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Our 2010 Demo is done. To hear
some of the new songs, just visit the
Demo Page.
And for those of you who wanted to
still be able to hear the old stuff, just
click here!
Kids Don't Bounce has been creating a new list of songs to add to their already huge
base. Song requests are always welcome - just click the link to
contact us!
The new site is up and running. You'll see a number of changes as time goes on, but
remember the important parts! Our list of public shows is on the home page so you
can easily find it. Our online demo (for booking agents and clubs) is now available,
as are our booking details. We also have merchandise! If you show up to any show
with any merchandise, PK will buy you a drink. Just show it and ask!
We'd like to welcome old friend and newly-returned-to-the-musician-realm Rich
Reynolds as our new drummer! Rich has been in bands with all of the guys on and
off throughout the years, and with the grace of excellent timing, returned to the
drums and became available on the exact week we needed him! Call it luck...
Known as one of the area's most creative and fun cover bands, Kids Don't Bounce
has been entertaining the area since 2007. Comprised of professional musicians from
the '80s and '90s, Kids Don't Bounce is South Jersey's #1 Dance, Country, and Rock
party band. Available for clubs and private engagements, the band will take you
through your favorites; from classic R&B and rock 'n roll to modern country and
dance music.
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Kids Don't Bounce is a 4-piece, multiple-genre cover act that originated in October 2007 in the southern New Jersey area. Formed by ex-Robert Hazard guitarist Paul Kuntz, members were hand picked based on diverse experience and abilities. With a varied song selection ranging from R&B to modern country, the band offers a uniquely wide collection of musical styles and songs that everybody remembers. However, one thing remains constant: the good times, get up and dance, party band atmosphere has returned.
Guitarist/lead vocalist Paul Kuntz is best remembered for his work with Robert Hazard and Drastic Measures, as well as founder of the popular cover band Mister Monkey Pants. Lead guitarist and vocalist Michael Shaw is best known for his shredding guitar work, having played in popular area bands such as Rough Toys and Huge Heffner. John Digue, the band's bassist, has been in and out of bands with all of the rest of the members since the early '80s, and was brought on board for his solid, disciplined playing. The newest addition, Rich Reynolds on drums, has added a new excitement to the band's performances. Rich has come directly out of a 6-year retirement to play with the band, and has been welcomed by the band and fans alike.
With regular shows and frequently updated song lists, Kids Don't Bounce has become the popular alternative to the bar band. The band's ever-growing popularity has brought them to many venues, having played local clubs and opened for Southern Rock great Jimmie Van Zant. The range of Dance, Disco, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Modern Country and R&B with a focus on popular, danceable, good-time music has entertained dancers and listeners alike for over a year and continues to do so as their fan base continues to grow.
 Paul Kuntz (Lead Vocals and Guitar):
Paul started playing guitar when he was about 7 years old as an alternative to building bike ramps and breaking bones with his friends. He's a proud self-proclaimed noisemaker with over two decades of professional performing and recording experience. He spent most of his time playing in original rock bands in the '80s and '90s, and accepted an offer in the late '80s to play guitar for the late Robert Hazard (RCA/BMG recording artist), best known for the song "Escalator Of Life" and his song "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun", made famous by Cyndi Lauper.
He has also worked closely with well-known producers Steve Goldstein (known for his work with Steve Perry) and Bill Klatt (producer for Days Of The New and Mucky Pup). He has worked both professionally and personally with many other bands from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, including Bryant, Sight Unseen, Permanent Damage, Drastic Measures, Citizen Kane and Honeyrust, Baby Heather and various studio recordings.
Paul earned his music performance certificate from Musician's Institute in Hollywood Ca., and got to add to his experience with their instruction staff, including Paul Gilbert, Paul Hanson, Don Mock and Scott Henderson. Rumor is that they threw a huge party when Paul left. He wasn't invited...
After a 6-year break from music in the mid 1990s, Paul's manic personality refused to let him sit around any longer. As history repeated itself, he decided to get back into music as an alternative to building car ramps and killing himself with his friends. After taking over as host for Open Mic Nights in Millville, he ran into some old friends and started Mister Monkey Pants, a party and dance band that played covers throughout Delaware, southern New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Comprised of mostly professional musicians, personal schedules eventually led to the band saying farewell in late 2007. It was then that Paul saw the opportunity to fuse that band's "classics and dance" electricity with more R&B, modern country, and rock music and started the search for musicians to start Kids Don't Bounce.
Paul uses various stock and boutique pedals and amplification, and professional endorsements include Kissinger Electronics New Jesey, the now-defunct Electrosonic Amplifiers in Boonsville, IN, and King Bee Guitars in Lufkin, TX. He also uses Robert Keeley, CMATMODS, Boss, and OZ/FX effects. His main guitars are all hand-built by him so he could get modern features in vintage-styled instruments.
Early Influences: Johhny Depp, Johnny Cash, Johnny Socko
Favorite Songs: The Fairly Odd Parents Theme. It kicks ass.
Favorite Movie: Spinal Tap, Army Of Darkness, Monty Python's "Holy Grail", Donald Duck Does Dallas
First Album: Queen's "The Game". Still the best album ever (close second is AC/DC's Back In Black).
Favorite Food: Glenlivet on the rocks with a side of beer nuts.
Favorite Sport: Guitar Wrestling (just watch me play for an explanation)
Status: Married - to my wife first, then the band...
Day Job: Handsome School Administrator
Pet Peeves: Other people's pet peeves
People Think: I'm a little too spacey to hold a conversation with.
People Don't Know I Can: fit my entire fist into my mouth.
Favorite Prosthesis: Damn, they're all cool. I couldn't possibly pick just one.
Secret Identity: Haha! You almost tricked me with that one! You will NEVER know...
 Michael Shaw (Lead Guitar and Vocals):
Equipment: Carvin Amps, Carvin, MusicKraft, Ibanez, Charvel, & Fender Guitars
Other/Previous Bands: Mirror Mirror, Rough Toys, Jonah Hex, Suspect, Stony Curtis, Dicky Moe, Huge Heffner, Silver Strande
Time Served:
Started out as a drummer (or wanting to be) until my grandmother bought me my first guitar @ 14. Didn't know how to tune it, so I made up my own way. Well, for the first 3 years I played that way, until someone showed me the light. I never really had "Guitar amps" I played thru assorted cheap stereos, turning them up louder for distortion….very pathetic. Self taught as a guitar player, but I did manage to go through drum lessons as a kid.
First time playing in a club was in 1984. I felt right then, that I had a knack for being a complete idiot that you just HAD to watch. I had fun being that idiot, which led to being the opening act for Joan Jet, Robin Trower, Brittany Fox, and a few others.
Life took its toll in the mid 90's, and I got away from playing for 2 years, and immediately went crazy. Not "Shoot squirrel and eat their faces" crazy, but stir crazy. Dicky Moe Saved me. (Ok, that sounds weird) And we went on to play locally for 7 years.
This band, Kids Don't Bounce, is by far, the most talented group of musicians I've ever played with, and the most fun. I hope somewhere; somehow, it all shows, in our shows. And for Cripes sakes… look at all the squirrels you'll be saving if you keep coming to see us….
Early Influences: Mathias Jabs, Brad Gillis, Wolf Hoffman, Randy Rhoads, Iron Maiden, Kiss, Bill Blystone, Victor DeSanta
Favorite Songs: Mama- Genesis, Perfect Strangers – Deep Purple, and a million more…
Favorite Albums: Ritchie Blackmores Rainbow, Rising & Long Live Rock & Roll, System Of A Down – Toxicity, Deep Purple – Perfect Strangers, Queensryche –Operation Mindcrime
Favorite Food: Steak, medium, fries, steamed clams, king crab legs…..I could keep going
Favorite Movies: Army of Darkness, Fifth Element, Star Wars Saga, Teletubbies 2: No one gets out alive, and Waltons Gone Wild: Spring Break
Favorite Actor: Bruce Willis, and the guy who dressed as Ultra Man
Favorite Drink: Jack & Coke, Cuervo, and good ole Coors Light
Favorite TV Shows: South Park, Daily Show, Dexter
Favorite Shoe: The right one…not to happy about any of the left ones.
Favorite Prosimian: Ring Tailed Lemur
Favorite Thing To Do: Swim with seals, although I've never done it, I'm SURE it would be my favorite thing to, and I have no idea why...
 John Digue (Bass Guitar):
John started playing bass guitar when he was 16 years old.His biggest influences were ( Steve Harris-IRON MAIDEN) (Gene Simmons-KISS) (Gezzer Butler-BLACK SABBATH)He was drawn to the bass.
John taught his self how to play by coming home from school putting on the headphones and crankin up the amp.
Joined his first band at 18. He knew he never wanted to stop playing.He played with Vengeance, Dreamer, Destiny, Dicky Moe and RareBreed.
He favors the 4-string bass and wants to thank RareBreed for making him learn the 5-string.He uses Ibanez,Fender,B.C.Rich and a (cheap-ass) Cort bass.Loves the HARTKE BASS SYSTEMS.
He believes music is something you are born with inside, not something someone can teach you.
Favorite shirt: The one with the stain in it
Favorite bass: White BC Rich evil Nikki Sixx bass of doom
Favorite pasttime: Crown Royal
Favorite car: 1969 Dodge Charger (Bo & Luke owe me)
Nickname: Cooter
 Rich Reynolds (Drums):
Started playing drums at the age of 7(Mom got tired of me using the pots and pans)
Early influences were Peter Criss of Kiss and Neil Peart of Rush
Bands ive been in:
Vengeance,Destiny,Dreamer,High Society
Retired for 6 yrs to concentrate on family...Have a wonderful wife and 4 kids
Favorite Drink...Beer...Nuff said
Fav Sport..Hockey
Fav Food..Pizza
First Album...First Bad Company
Fav Bands...Dream Theatre,Fates Warning,Iron Maiden
Fav Song...Man in a box,Through Differant Eyes(Fates Warning)
Fav Car....78 Pontiac Trans Am
Fav Past Time..Hanging with family
Fav Hobby..Computers
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