Stephan J. Rodrigue grew up in a religious, church going Christian family. He was exposed to live music every week for much of his childhood. Twice a week he would attend Pentecostal community church, and would watch the band play on stage while the audience dance and sang the lord’s music.
His love of music extended beyond gospel and Stephan eventually fell in love with Rock & Roll.
After hearing what Stephan considered to be one of the most melodic guitar solos performed by Slash, Sweet Child of Mine by Guns &Roses, Stephan was hooked. How many kids have felt the urge of picking up a guitar because of this song and this guy? Thousands…millions???
Stephan was one of them. Stephan’s guitar style is hard rock with a good foundation of blues. Heavily influenced by Slash, Joe Perry, Keith Richards and Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Fast forward 15 years, Stephan and his cousin Ray decided to form Left Hand Willy, and quickly joined with Mitch and Grant to hit the stage again. Stephan is dedicated to Left Hand Willy, playing lead guitar and focusing on the creative aspect of the music.