Improvisational Rock Trio

The Band

BIO

Rizzo's Dilemma is a hard-hitting improvisational rock band from Southern CT. With a sound as versatile and inventive as its members, Rizzo's Dilemma blends the technique and guidelines of roots rock with the experimentation and creativity of spontaneous improvisation and high-energy live shows. With music ranging from deep funk and delta blues to dub reggae and down-home bluegrass, the capabilities of the trio are seemingly endless. 


The band has recorded several EPs over the past seven years and is currently Promoting their first album. In addition, the band plans to begin work on a new batch of material, and develop a more extensive touring schedule in the coming months. As their musical capabilities as a group progress and evolve, Rizzo's Dilemma continues to challenge, complicate and refine their sound and style.

Dave Lefkin - Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals

Guitarist/keyboardist Dave Lefkin has been playing, performing and writing music for close to fifteen years. He was the frontman of several bands before settling down with Rizzo's Dilemma where he now does the majority of the song writing. Dave is no stranger to the stage as he has peformed with well known acts on the jam band scene such as The Breakfast and Max Creek, as well as performing with the School of Rock band at Rockefellar Plaza in NYC. His stylistic diversity in songwriting and his ability to improvise are second to none.
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Ryan Welch - Bass, Vocals

After a two year period without one steady bass player, Dave and Tim found Ryan in 2007 and the band was officially formed. Ryan has been playing music since early childhood and solidified the bass as his weapon of choice at a young age. Ryan also contributes his skills on harmonica and piano to help broaden the sound landscape, and adding even more versatility to the band. He has played bass consistently both live and in the studio while continuing to perfect his unique style.
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Tim Galvin - Drums, E-Percussion

Tim Galvin has been playing drums for 10 years, and has studied multiple styles including jazz, rock and roll, funk, and bluegrass. He is an extremely versatile and inventive player, contributing his unique groove to help significantly shape the overall sound of the group. Tim's quirky and virtuosic playing and ability to improvise combined with his solid consistency, allows for an unparalleled fluidity in the backbeat of the band.