Raised in a musical family, it’s no wonder Cheri has always been attracted to the stage. She has been singing in bands for over 15 years. Cheri is proud to have recorded four CD’s of original music with her former bands: The Stone Frogs, Blarney Castle, Sweet Polly, and Skyline. Skyline had the honor of opening for country star Shelby Lynn at the Pabst Theater in October of 2003. Cheri has sang live as a guest and/or recorded background vocals for local artists such as: True Heart Suzie, Miss Trixie, Something Blue, Mudflap, Thin Man, Tinker, Upside Groove Coalition and Musabi.   As a student at UWM, Cheri studied musical theater with Ray Jivoff and Raeleen McMillion and studied modern dance with Sarah Wilbur, artistic director of Danceworks Performance Company. In addition to Cheri’s love of singing, dancing, and musical theater, she also enjoys playing guitar and writing lyrics. For a number of years she performed solo at coffee houses, showcasing her original material. Cheri joined the Eddie Butts Band in September of 2005 and is honored to be a part of a band that not only allows her to express her passion for singing, but also gives her an opportunity to dance! Come out and see the spirit, enthusiasm and heartfelt vocals Cheri brings to the stage every night, you are sure to enjoy her addition to the band. Thanks for listening.