MUSICIANS: Modern Day Drifters

Modern Day Drifters at Maifest in Jacksonport (2010). L-R, John McCaulley, Bobby Brauer, Brian Leist, Jason Leist; in back, Mike McCaulley on drums.

Modern Day Drifters has been a local favorite since the group formed in 2007. A perfect example of why it’s often difficult to categorize bands, their blend of Classic Country favorites from the 1950s to today’s hits, mixed with some early Rock & Roll favorites is a genre-crossing style that simply makes you want to sing along and dance. Whether you’re 8 or 80, Modern Day Drifters is great entertainment for the entire family.

About the Band Members:

Brothers Brian and Jason Leist started playing as a duo in 2005, for mostly family events and in 2006, they got their first paid gig at the St. Joseph picnic in Sturgeon Bay.  John and Mike McCaulley came in almost by accident when they would occasionally come over to jam with Brian and Jason. Those jams sounded good enough for the family that they recommended the group for entertainment at other events. Their first gig as a 4-piece band was July, 2007, again at the St. Joe’s picnic. Bobby Brauer joined the group in September of 2007. Since that time the band has only improved, developing its own sound and gaining the attention of more and more fans every year.

Brian Leist - Rhythm guitar & lead vocals

Like the rest of Modern Day Drifters, Brian Leist grew up in Door County. He lives just north of Valmy and works as a farmhand for the family business, Leist Century Farm. He also collects, restores and exhibits antique farm machinery (tractors and gas engines). Brian is a 2001 graduate of UWGB with an Associate Degree in Business Administration.

Jason Leist - Bass guitar, backup/harmony vocals

Brian’s brother, Jason Leist, also lives just north of Valmy and works as a farmhand for Leist Century Farm.  He also collects, restores and exhibits antique farm machinery (tractors and gas engines). Jason is a 2001 Graduate of Fox Valley Tech College in Culinary Arts.

John McCaulley - Lead guitar, lead vocals, backup vocals

Brothers John and Mike McCaulley live in Sturgeon Bay.  John recently graduated from UWSP with a BFA in Art and Design, and is currently working at Peninsula Art School in Fish Creek as well as at Beach Harbor Resort. He plays softball, boats, fishes, creates art, and writes lyrics.

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