JAY NEDRY
drums/band manager
Born on the South Side of Chicago in 1950 his Grandfather was a well-respected surgeon and father was a consigliore for the Chicago mob. Excellent DNA and a fortuitous zip-code afforded him a life of privilege and opportunity. Rather than law or medicine, Swing, Jump, Blues and Doo Wop consumed him as a kid. With boundless energy and the soul of a poet he was destined for a future of harmony, melody, and rhythm. A preternatural sense of a driving back-beat was manifested as a 3 year old little drummer boy possessed by music. Hyper and gregariuos he felt strangled in school where his mischeviuos nature drove his parents, priest and teachers off the deep end. Moving to Mt.Vernon Virginia in 1952 when his dad began work as an operative for a different Mob, the GOP and RNC, he grew up surrounded by history and tradition. After a young life as one of the bigest pain-in-the-ass students in Fairfax County Public School History,his fed up father shipped him off to the infamous Staunton Military Academy to thwart his rock and roll proclivities and force him into a privileged life of cotillions, southern belles, and a life as an officer and a gentleman. Jay excelled academically, chafed spiritually, managing to graduate as "Cadet most likely to come back and burn the place to the ground" in 1969. The school however gave him a stellar prep school education and enduring life-long friendships with a colorful cast of fellow crazies. Matriculating at the intellectual haven of William and Mary, Jay became adept at shooting pool, smoking hash, drinking beer and not exactly setting the academic world on fire. The highlight however was his friendship with Bob Gaynor. He returned to his parents home in West Springfield, VA in December of 1975, where a serendipitous meeting occured with Bill Schmidle. Friends since they were 15, Jay and Bill decided to start a band. Needing a singer, the two of them drove to Williamsburg Virginia, whereupon after a 2 day bender of epic proportions, Bob Gaynor was kidnapped and forced to join the new, unnamed group. Jay has always managed and booked the Roadducks in addition to drumming and driving the bus. Jay owned and operated Jaxx Nightclub in West Springfield, Va. for 20 years (1992 to 2012) becoming a promotor and Rock'N'Roll impressario. which gave him time to raise his daughter Kristina while keeping Rock and Roll alive in Northern Virginia. Jay used a lifetime of contacts to take a small bar in the burbs and make it internationally famous while providing local musicians a big stage with pro sound and lights..along with opportunities often denied young musicians.
Jay recently was back in college, graduateing with his degree in history in May 2018 from William and Mary, and is finishing up his Masters of Arts in American Studies at W&M, in May of 2026. with future plans to be a professor at some college in Virginia and regale his students with stories of mayhem and disorder from his crazy days on the road. “William and Mary is a very special place that has enriched my life in so many ways,” Jay has stated, “It is an honor and privilege to have the life-time relationship with America’s oldest university, a public ivy that has been granted to me.”
Jay has always been the driving force of the Roadducks and the "little drummer boy from the south side of Chicago" continues to have ‘the fire in the belly' when it comes to performing live on stage. Known as “The Mouth of the South” and “Tyrone Boulevard” he currently has put together the best lineup of players in the bands colorful, iconic, history...the legend continues.
LINDA CIRBA
vocals
Born and raised in Scranton, PA (yes, that Scranton—no, she doesn’t work at Dunder Mifflin, but she has met the cast of The Office), Linda Joy Cirba was singing before she could talk—or at least making dramatic entrances to her own theme music. With a Bachelor of Music, Minor in Theatre, and a Certificate in Vocal Performance from Shenandoah Conservatory, she’s spent years belting out everything from classical arias to classic rock, jazz standards, and whatever else the gig calls for. She even once performed Gabriel Fauré’s Pie Jesu at L'Église de la Madeleine in Paris, which is basically like playing Madison Square Garden.
In February 2024, Linda joined The Roadducks, bringing powerhouse vocals, boundless energy, and just the right amount of rock ‘n’ roll chaos to the legendary Southern rock band. Whether she’s nailing harmonies, leading a song, or reminding the guys where they left their setlist, she’s become an essential part of the flock.
But one band just isn’t enough for a voice like Linda’s. She also fronts Raised on Analog (a danceable 80s and 90s rock and top 40 band), Whiskey Tryst (perfect for those who like their music neat with a little twang), and the Linda Cirba Trio (where she gets jazzy and fancy). No matter the genre, Linda brings the same electrifying presence, smooth vocals, and ability to keep the audience engaged.
When she’s not rocking out, Linda is shaping the next generation of performers as a dedicated music educator and theatre director. Whether commanding the stage or the classroom, she’s always ready to bring the music, the fun, and maybe just a little bit of mischief.
DEXTER DUNN
lead guitar/vocals
,..,.Meet Dexter. The ADMIRAL of Annapolis Music••
Let us introduce you to Dexter, also affectionately known as. The ADMIRAL. This fabulous guitarist has been a cornerstone of the regional music scene for an incredible 40 years! Born in Boston into a musical family-his dad was the Dean of the Boston Conservatory of Music and his mom a music professor-it's no wonder that Dexter picked up the guitar at just nine years old. From then on he embarked on a lifelong journey filled with captivating riffs and soulful melodies.
When Dexter was 13. his family made the move to Maryland, and it didn't take long him to dive
into the local music scene. Over the years he's had the honor of sharing the stage, with iconic acts such as Roxy Music, the Atlanta Rhythm Section, Kix and Robin Trower to name just a few,. And while he admires.many guitarists throughout history, there's one that holds a special place in his heart-Jeff Beck.
Three years ago, Dexter joined the Roadducks, adding his diverse rnusical palette to their lineup.His repertoire spans across Rock, Blues, R&B, Country, Reggae, and Southern Rock. Talk about versatility! When he's not cut rocking the stage with the band, you can find him in the studio producing and recording his own music. Word on the street is that he's currently working on a song or two for !he Rcadducks, so keep your ears peeled!
Despite his impressive resume, Dexter remains humble and soft-spoken. He prefers to let his guitar speak lor him, and trust us, it has quite a lot to say! So, the next time you catch The ADMIRAL live, be sure lo listen closely-he always brings his A-game to the stage, end you won't want to miss a single note!
JEFF BEAN
keyboards/vocals
Jeff Bean has been playing the keys in the metro area for decades with legendary artists, and thoroughly enjoys sharing energy back and forth with the audience. His background is mainly in classic rock, but he's had the pleasure of being associated with the Ducks whilst playing in pop, country, and R&B bands over the years. He now brings his creative skills to the Ducks, who he describes as a "fine musical institution"!
HARDY CASH
BASS / VOCALS
Born and raised in Hampton Virginia, Hardy started playing the electric bass in 1976.
"When I was young I learned a lot of stuff by Yes, Rush, ELP, Zeppelin, Weather Report, etc... stuff that was difficult to play, but came pretty easy for me"
After High school, he played up and down the east coast in several bands, eventually finding himself moving to Atlantic City where he lived for much of the 80's playing the local casinos, as well as touring 25-30 countries.
With a steady playing schedule, other players often said "his playing is smooth as Butter" and soon the nickname "Butter" stuck. On his days off he would trek up to New York city and do work at a popular recording studio, acquiring more experience. In the early 1990's he moved to Northern Virginia where he has played with numerous local bands over the last several decades.