Even It Up - The Ultimate Heart Tribute Band

Kristy Johnson (Ann Wilson)

Kristy was born and raised in the Dallas area and has studied music since childhood. She studied vocal music through elementary, middle and high school, and then went on to study vocal performance at Stephen F. Austin State University on a vocal scholarship. Being classically trained in vocal music has helped her develop a three octave range that lends to being able to cover the powerful scope of Ann Wilson's vocals. She's ready to wail, and the walls are gonna burn down when she steps up to the mic.

Kristy has performed with a number of bands and projects in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, and is also the lead vocalist for the Dallas-area cover band, Burning Sky. She has a true passion for music and loves performing. For Kristy, pulling this amazing group of musicians together to form this tribute project is a "bucket list" dream come true.


Casey Schreiber (Nancy Wilson)

Casey Schreiber is a singer/songwriter based in Dallas, TX. From a musical family, she studied piano starting at age 9. In high school, she took up guitar and started writing songs shortly after. Casey graduated from UT Dallas with a degree in business in 2008. Her influences span the musical spectrum but listeners have compared her sound to Sarah McLachlan, Jewel and Fleetwood Mac - among others.

Casey gigs in the Dallas area and supports the local musician’s community by hosting a monthly, songwriter showcase at the Absinthe Lounge. Her second EP is currently being recorded with her long time collaborator and producer, Bryan Sing, and has an expected release date in 2016. Her debut EP, Waterfall of Feelings, was released in 2013 with excellent reviews.


Dave Powell (Lead Guitar)

Dave is an incredibly talented musician and a strong addition to Even It Up. After over 20 years as a skilled lead guitar player for both original and cover bands in the metroplex and beyond, we are proud to add this dynamic individual to our lineup.
Dave has collaborated on many diverse projects that include rock, metal, blues and country. His experience has taken him abroad for Carnival Cruise Lines, Sony BMG in Nashville, CMA in Nashville, the FOX reality show "Nashville", performances at SXSW and many live radio performances. Dave's talent has landed him as a featured guitarist, opening for artists such as Pat Green, Randy Rogers, Kevin Fowler, Deryl Dodd, Cory Morrow and more.
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Like the rest of us, Dave is a true Heart fan and is passionate about this music. Expect to hear all of your favorite, smoldering Heart leads from this hot shot!


Glenn Johnson (Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals)

Glenn is a powerful part of Even It Up. A multi-talented musician and vocalist, Glenn handles electric and acoustic guitar as well as keyboards.
His smooth vocal timber and natural flair for harmonies add amazing dimension and texture to Even It Up.

Glenn has a long history with music and has covered everything from classical music with the Ft. Worth Youth Orchestra to extensive experience with a number of local rock bands since the 80s including Holland, Script, QSL and Rockit Science. He also plays guitar, keyboards and vocals for the Dallas-area cover band, Burning Sky.


Brian Fulenwider (Bass Guitar)

Ready for some serious, low-end groove? Brian is your man. This proud Texan grew up in the Mesquite area and other than a 4-year hiatus when he lived in Alabama, he has lived in the DFW area all of his life. This guy knows how to rock the bass and brings the magic every single time.

Brian started playing bass at age 13. As a teenager, he sang and played bass guitar for his church youth choir group. The group toured every summer, performing the musicals Godspell and Jesus Christ Superstar at churches throughout the country. Brian brings 20+ years of experience performing at a variety of establishments around the metroplex. Brian is also the bass player and a feature vocalist for the Dallas-area cover band, Burning Sky.


Chris Irpino (Drums)

When it comes to laying down the beat, nobody does it quite like Chris. Originally hailing from Chicago, he began drumming at the age of ten, and his passion for it quickly took over.

While still in high school, Chris had the privilege of playing in professional musical productions, and had also racked up a few album credits for various composers placing him on drums and a variety of percussion instruments.

Although his tastes were broadened by these experiences, his heart was set on playing drums in classic and progressive rock bands. Since that time, he has played in numerous local bands and contemporary worship teams in Chicago, Indianapolis, and Dallas where he currently resides, and is honored to be playing drums for Even It Up – the Ultimate Heart Experience.

Chris’ influences include John Bonham, Neil Peart, Phil Collins, Stewart Copeland, and Todd Sucherman. Chris also drums for the local DFW band Burning Sky, and has been recording and performing original songs with Small Tribe.