The laws of physics state that forces always come in pairs.

For Hamsterfish, force comes in trio.

Hammond B3 organist Mark Leach, electric bassist Doug Johns and drummer Chris Ceja create their own brand of funk in this improvisational slam fest 15 years in the making.

“ We've played together as a backup band for years,” says Ceja. “From the start, our sound has always been distinct. I can name 10 different acts who hired us. Somehow the bands always sounded like us with a different front man.”

It is that originality of sound that has made this trio such a highly sought-after rhythm section for both live and studio work, together and on their own. In fact, their resumes could evoke envy from musicians at any level.

Mark Leach has been described as, “The only Hammond player who can literally destroy the instrument live.” With more than 4,000 charismatic, jaw-dropping performances under his belt, he has performed and recorded with George Duke, Chuck Rainy, Greg Allman, Buddy Miles, Tommy Shannon, Barry Whites’ “White Heat,” Cornell Dupree, Bruce Hornsby, Buzzy Lindheart, Dick Dale, The Fabulous Techniques, Brian Auger, and Frank Sinatra Jr.

Dweezil Zappa called Doug Johns “a freak of nature!” A nationally recognized bassist featured in Bass Player Magazine, Doug has worked with heavies like Victor Wooten (Bela Fleck and the Flecktones), Terry Bozzio (Frank Zappa, Missing Persons), Dana Rasch, Dweezil Zappa, The Los Angeles Mass Choir, Atlanta’s Heavy Traffic, The Buddy Miles Express and Neil Zaza.

Chris Ceja's seemingly effortless playing and masterful technique draw the attention of aspiring and professional drummers alike. He has toured with the legendary Buddy Miles and guitar wizard Neil Zaza. He also toured the clinic circuit promoting Gibraltar hardware and Kaman’s Legend drums and drummed behind Johns promoting Hartke Bass Amps. Ceja also performs on Zaza's instructional video and latest Christmas CDs.

Impressive on their own. Explosive together. When this power trio takes the stage, an unquestionable energy weaves between them and an ensuing explosion of sound lights up the stage, leaving listeners thirsty to hear more.

“ More” is exactly what Hamsterfish gives audiences. In addition to the band's first studio release, Master, a collection of four songs and six studio improvisations, the band encourages audiences to record their live shows. Hamsterfish often records performances and makes them available at each show.

“ We're certainly not driven by sales,” Ceja asserts. “We're motivated by one thing — the truth. We love playing together and creating live music. We believe this is music in its purest form. It is our truth.”

You never know what to expect at a Hamsterfish concert. But, one thing’s for sure… you’ll never hear the same show twice.