The Blind Nello Band delivers a blend of country, blues and roots music. The band enjoys a driving style of music that moves people to groove. So, get out and come see us if we're in your area. If we're not in your area and you want to do something about it, contact us for booking info.

The band's founder, Eddie Arteaga, started drumming at age 7, and continues to lay down a powerful backbeat. Eddie's music influences are too large to list here. Eddie uses Yamaha drums, ProMark drumsticks, Zildjian cymbals and Tama hardware.

Diana Arteaga plays the bass guitar, and together with Eddie helps anchor the band's sound. Diana enjoys country, R&B and classic rock. Diana also brings backing vocals to the band. Diana uses Ibanez basses and Peavey amplification.

Johnny Grimaldo brings his varied talents to the band. They include backing vocals, guitar and accordion. Johnny enjoys great music of all kinds, and especially likes rock and Tejano. Johnny uses Fender guitars and Fender amplifiers.

Rick Hyatt's musical influences include Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Ray Price, Merle Haggard and Stevie Ray Vaughn. Rick brings dynamic vocals and rhythm guitar to the band, and is known for having an extensive repertoire of songs. Rick uses Takamine and Alvarez acoustic guitars.

Pete Skains is well known around Texas music circles, and is a consumate professional. Pete is always learning new licks, and injecting new riffs into old classics. Pete's favorites are country, latin, blues and rockabilly. Pete uses Fender and Paul Reed Smith guitars and Fender amplifiers.