Brian Cooke

Bohemian Vendetta came from Long Island, NY.  The band leader of what was originally called the Bohemians was Arthur Muglia (also known as Brian Cooke), who sang lead vocals and played organ.  His cousin Victor Muglia was the bass player; the other bandmembers were Randy Pollock (rhythm guitar), Richie Sorrentino (drums), and Richard Martinez (lead guitar).

 

After neither of their first two singles went anywhere, the lead guitarist and drummer quit to be replaced by Nick Manzi and Chuck Monica, respectively, and they were rechristened Bohemian Vendetta.

 

(April 2011)