About Free Beer


At Free Beer, music isn't just a passion—it's woven into the fabric of who we are. We're a tight-knit group of musicians who believe in the magic of live performances and the power of music to have a good time.

Our sound? A vibrant mix of country, rock, and reggae that keeps the party going. But what truly sets us apart? Our commitment to unforgettable live music experiences. Whether it's an intimate gathering or a lively event, we aim to spread joy and forge lasting connections through our music.

So come on and join us on this musical journey. We're all about good vibes, great tunes, and memories that'll last a lifetime. Here's to the music and the memories—we can't wait to share them with you.

The Band

  • John

    VOCALS / ACOUSTIC GUITAR

    As one of the founding members of Free Beer, John brings a wealth of talent and experience to the stage with his powerhouse vocals and genre-spanning range, effortlessly transitioning between country, rock, and reggae. But John's story doesn't end there. He's also a Desert Storm veteran, a loving husband, and a father of two boys.

    When he's not belting out hit songs on stage, John is a successful businessman, dominating the commercial real estate industry, and running his own construction and mining companies. With John on the mic, every Free Beer performance is sure to be an unforgettable experience!

  • Sanjay

    VOCALS / RHYTHM GUITAR

    Sanjay is a true Renaissance man, a multi-talented musician with a passion for performing and a day job as an accomplished orthopedic surgeon. Hailing from California, he's a skilled guitarist and expert trumpet player, who's equally at home on stage as he is in the operating room. As a founding member of Free Beer and a former member of the 11th Hour Band, he brings a wealth of experience and skill to the group, and his powerful vocals are sure to leave audiences spellbound.

    When he's not saving lives or making music, Sanjay is a devoted husband and father of four, who's always looking to make the most of every moment. With Sanjay in the band, Free Beer is guaranteed to deliver unforgettable performance every time.

  • Drew

    DRUMS

    When it comes to wild and unpredictable drumming, Dr. Drew is in a league of his own. As a member of Free Beer, he's famous for his daredevil stunts and boundary-pushing performances that always leave audiences on their feet. He's the one who's always up for trying something new and pushing the limits, which is how the band got kicked out of the School of Rock and started playing regular gigs.

    But Drew isn't just a rockstar on stage, he's also a respected orthopedic surgeon who spends his days fixing kids bones and sports injuries, and a loving husband and father of three. With Drew behind the drums, Free Beer's performances are guaranteed to be wild, unforgettable, and unlike anything you've ever seen before.

  • Colby

    BASS GUITAR

    Colby is the ultimate cool cat, the anchor of Free Beer's rhythm section and a true force to be reckoned with on the bass. Hailing from St. Petersburg, Florida, he brings a unique blend of style and skill to the stage, and always manages to look effortless while doing it.

    But Colby's talents don't stop there - he's also a financial advisor who makes his clients exceptional amounts of money, and a devoted husband to his lovely wife Andrea Masterson and a father of two super cool kids. With Colby on the bass, Free Beer's performances are guaranteed to be cool, smooth and unforgettable.

  • Kyle

    LEAD GUITAR

    Kyle is a guitar virtuoso, and the newest addition to Free Beer's line-up. Hailing from Virginia, he's made a name for himself as a powerhouse on the guitar, known for his explosive solos and riff-heavy playing. He's a master of rock and country, and can always be counted on to bring the heat to the stage. But Kyle's story doesn't end there - he's also a devoted family man, married to his college sweetheart and father of four.

    When he's not shredding the stage, he's the owner of Replay Guitar Exchange in Tampa, Florida, a true guitar enthusiast always looking to bring the best to the community. With Kyle on the guitar, Free Beer's performances are guaranteed to be high-energy and unforgettable.

  • Johnny

    MANAGER

    Get ready to meet the mastermind behind the electrifying energy of Free Beer - Johnny! From the vibrant city of San Diego, California, Johnny is the ultimate hype-man, manager, and promoter of the band. With his contagious positivity and unstoppable creative flair, he never fails to elevate any party to the next level.

    Johnny is not your average music industry pro. When he's not hustling to secure Free Beer's next gig, he's busy running his own cell tower company and being a serial entrepreneur. This guy knows how to get things done, and he does it with style.

    As if that weren't impressive enough, Johnny is also a devoted family man. He's married to the sensational Micheladas singer Erica and they are proud parents to their little rockstar son.

  • Melanie

    MICHELADA

    She's the sultry voice of Free Beer, a true country hottie with a powerhouse set of pipes and a stage presence that leaves audiences breathless. Originally from Greensboro, Georgia, she's a natural performer, with a passion for singing, dancing and partying Free Beer style. But when she's not singing her heart out, she's a successful commercial real estate broker, closing deals and dominating the industry. A devoted mother of two boys, she's always on the go, whether it's playing with the band, driving her kids around town, or hanging with her husband, Free Beer vocalist/guitarist John Jackson. With her on the mic, Free Beer's performances are guaranteed to be sultry, high-energy and unforgettable.

  • ERICA

    MICHELADA

    Erica is a dark-haired beauty and powerhouse vocalist of Free Beer, a true force to be reckoned with on the mic. Coming to us from Fernandina Beach, Florida, where her love for 90s country began, she brings a unique blend of style and skill to the stage, and always manages to look effortless while doing it. She's married to Free Beer's manager, Johnny Martin, and was one of the band's biggest fans before joining in 2022. But Erica's talents don't stop there - she's also a preschool teacher by day, who spends her days shaping the minds of the young, and a Michelada singer by night, singing rock, country and reggae. With her powerful voice and undeniable stage presence, Erica is guaranteed to make Free Beer's performances unforgettable.

  • Everybody loves Free Beer!!

    Brian M.

  • Free Beer knows how to party.

    Drew W.

  • Great music. Great people!

    Jae R.