It all started in 1998 as Switch in Tyme, a folk rock duet that emerged from a pig roast backyard jam. They are remembered fondly by fans at The Old Clover in Vadnais Heights.

In 1999, by adding a lead guitar and drums, Headin’ Back began the quest to perform classic rock music to the masses.  For two years, the lineup consisted of members: Greg Anderson and Ron Fox (keys and lead singer and co-founders), Roger Reidel (bass), Dana Harrington (lead guitar) and Ron Helgeson (drums).  The venues of that time for us were The Classic Bowl, Coon Rapids Legion and The Super Bowl in Ramsey.

Between 2001 and 2004, we had the pleasure of working with such talent as: Rockie Rash (who went on to be signed by Universal, www.rockie rash.com), the ' Dire Straights' inspired guitarist Jim Wear, the vocally dynamic Kelly Rae Singer, and a touch of Neil Young via guitarist, Mark Ackert.

Headin’ Back also gained members Larry Hoskins on bass (both instrument and vocal), and the ever humorous personality and banter of Pat Simzek (drums).

In November of 2003, we were honored to win the Battle of the Bands at Diamonds Sports Bar.

In late 2004, Headin’ Back gained experienced vocalist, Sandy Brown, with her unique touch of flute and keys. For a short while we worked with laid-back guitarist Rich Cone, and the Santana styled, Rick Figueroa.

In mid 2005, we were joined by rock guitar purist, Don White (and that lineup consisting of: Greg Anderson, Pat Simzek, Larry Hoskins, Sandy Brown, and Don White) rocked the Twin Cities for three years. We also went ‘up north’ to Breezy Point, expanding our venues to The Commander, The Wagon Wheel, The Blue Goose, and most notably The Prime Time.  We also continued to play around the Twin Cities at The Richfield Legion, The Lookout, Buffalo Bar and Grill, Serums (2008 Halloween Bash), and The Champlin Legion.  Headin’ Back also played weddings, corporate and private parties, and opened for Martin Zellar.

2009 brought the addition of the cutting edge rock style of Bruce Wuollet on lead guitar.  It also brought, along with continuing our local venues, headlining The Brainerd July 4th celebration to one of our largest crowds to date (estimated 10,000 awesome fans, friends and fireworks watchers).

Sadly, in Feburary of 2010, we lost our long time bassist and friend, Larry Hoskins, after a short battle with cancer.  He will be sorely missed as a friend and instrumentalist with an invaluable groove.

Headin’ Back have been rockin’ around the Twin Cities metro area for over 10 years.

Our current members:
Greg Anderson (keys/vocals/guitar)
Larry Hoskins (bass/vocals)
Pat Simzek (drums/vocals)
Sandy Brown (vocals/flute/wind controller/keys/percussion)
Bruce Wuollet (guitar/vocals)

…have over 150 years of combined music experience.