Old Towne Talent Articles

Very Cool

77 - Sep/Oct 16

Rockabilly musician J.P. McDermott, shown here performing at the Streamliner Lounge, experienced one of the highlights of his career singing the National Anthem at an Orioles game. To J.P. McDermott, it’s not so much a question of where he gets to play music or who... Read More →

Rockabilly musician J.P. McDermott, shown here performing at...

Sheila Walstead

75 - May / Jun 16

In addition to weekly Polynesian dance classes at her studio, Sheila Walstead likes to bring her Keiki students (young children) to perform at charitable events around Orange County. Sheila Walstead knows a thing or two about bringing culture to Old Towne. As a Polynesian dance instructor,... Read More →

In addition to weekly Polynesian dance classes at...

Bryan Leicher

Strolling & Strumming Around Old Towne

70 - Jul/Aug 15

Popular guitarist Bryan Leicher draws crowds throughout Orange County with his music. He is pictured here at Opus Italian Restaurant in Orange, where you can see him perform every first Saturday of the month. Leicher is also wearing a t-shirt from Orange musical instrument transport... Read More →

Popular guitarist Bryan Leicher draws crowds throughout Orange...

Nina Greville

59 - Sep / Oct 13

With a host of celebrity clients and career accomplishments, makeup artist Nina Greville has excelled in her field for more than 20 years. But it wasn’t until she became a mom that the world of face painting opened up a whole new avenue of creative possibilities for... Read More →

With a host of celebrity clients and career...

Brian Lambros

58 - Jul / Aug 13

Serving in the Army for a combined 14 years, Brian Lambros never imagined he’d go from riding in a convoy in Iraq to brewing craft beer in his hometown of Orange. But that’s exactly what’s transpired for the 43-year-old retired sergeant who is now brewmaster and co-owner of Old... Read More →

Serving in the Army for a combined 14...

Steve Johnson

55 - Jan / Feb 13

When professional tennis player Steve Johnson made it to the third round of this year’s U.S. Open, it marked a milestone for the Orange native who not long ago played varsity tennis at Orange High School. Joining the ATP tour last May, Steve says his solid showing at the prestigious Grand... Read More →

When professional tennis player Steve Johnson made it to the...

Steve Soest

54 - Nov / Dec 12

An expert in vintage guitars and guitar repair, Old Towne Orange resident Steve Soest plays a Danelectro bass in his backyard in front of a 100-year-old barn. Steve’s star-studded client list has included the Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Slash. His past and present... Read More →

An expert in vintage guitars and guitar repair, Old...

PM Romero

52 - Jul / Aug 12

Band members Ishmael Herring (left) and PM Romero (right) have been busy recording their debut release, The Great Recession, at PM’s studio in Old Towne. Their band, known as William Pilgrim and the All Grows Up, is also showcased in a new music video that was filmed... Read More →

Band members Ishmael Herring (left) and PM Romero...

Katie Wayland

51 - May / Jun 12

Hometown girl Katie Wayland will compete for the Miss California title. As reigning Miss Orange County, Katie is active in charitable work and is also an accomplished rock vocalist. This year’s reigning Miss Orange County, Katie Wayland, 19, will take her title to the Miss California competition in Fresno... Read More →

Hometown girl Katie Wayland will compete for the Miss...

Patrick G. Smith

50 - Mar / Apr 12

A business without a sign is a sign of no business, says veteran sign painter Patrick G. Smith, whose work can be seen throughout Southern California, including Disneyland. - - - - In the 40 years that he’s been in business as a sign painter, Patrick G.... Read More →

A business without a sign is a sign...