Biography

SWEET SIREN (Formerly Suicide Blonde) is a professional band touring greater Minnesota. Playing the hottest Top 40 hits, classic and current, along with some edgy country, this band puts their own flare to the music with hip arrangements.

The members of SWEET SIREN (Formerly Suicide Blonde) have collectively shared stages with over 100 national acts including Joan Jett, Night Ranger, .38 Special, Kansas, Great White, REO Speedwagon, BlackHawk, and Rockie Lynne just to name a few.

SWEET SIREN (Formerly Suicide Blonde) takes the stage in a noticeable fashion and is ready to impress. They carry with them a show larger than most bands in the region. The versatility of their production design allows them to go from small clubs to completely self-contained concert settings. SWEET SIREN (Formerly Suicide Blonde)is not just another band. They strive to win over audiences by packing every performance with the most entertaining and professional show you’ll find.

Meet The Band:

• Carolyn Mackedanz ( Lead Vocals, Harmony Vocals)
  Carolyn’s strong and soulful singing style is the base of the band’s sound. Her playful attitude, quick wit, and personal appeal make her an entertaining and visual front person. Before joining forces with Sweet Siren, Carolyn spent the previous six years touring with the band Big Dyke Cadillac everywhere from Canada to Mexico. The broad experience of music stylings and venues brings a seasoned and talented asset to the group.
• Jeff Schreiner (Guitar, Lead Vocals, Harmony Vocals)
  Jeff’s guitar playing and vocals play a large part in the band’s overall sound. Jeff has been a band leader for many years. His energy and professionalism carries through to everyone on stage with him. Jeff has played the 5-state area and has been involved in several studio recording projects. His vast experience in the music business, and vision of what will be the most sought-after entertainment, is at the root of the band’s success.
• Scott Gunderson (Keyboard, Saxophone, Lead Vocals, Harmony Vocals)
  Scott is a musician’s musician. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Steven’s Pointe, with degrees in classical piano and music composition & theory. Scott plays his instruments with the style and ability of a studio musician. He has toured the 5-state area and has played with groups such as Visionary, Rocktown, Rare Divine featuring Latitia Rae. Scott has recorded four solo albums and was also the president of the Central Wisconsin Composer’s Forum for 4 years. His playing and vocal abilities are a great asset to the band.
• Doug Field( Bass Guitar, Vocals)
  Doug grew up in St. Cloud. Doug started playing upright bass at the age of ten in his elementary school orchestra. He picked up the bass guitar in high school for the school jazz band. While attending SCSU, Doug played bass in the college orhestra and the college jazz band. Previous bands that Doug was a member of include: Clear Creek, Powerfish, and Taboo Blue. Doug has appeared on four Taboo Blue albums (CDs). Doug's bass playing is the glue that keeps it all together..
• Bruce Streich (Drums)
  Bruce was born to play drums, a craft that he has mastered and continues to do today. His energetic style is the heart and soul of the band. Bruce spent 10 years doing studio work for demos, radio spots, and various regional & up and coming artists. He has played the 7-state area with bands such as Heartbeat, Midnight Highway, and Stryker to name a few. Bruce has done it all and now makes his permanent home with Sweet Siren.