About Us

For over two decades, LINUS has been a staple of the live music scene in the Thompson–Okanagan. While the lineup has evolved over the years, the band’s mission has remained the same: bringing together talented musicians who share a passion for delivering unforgettable nights of live music.

At their peak, LINUS was one of the busiest cover bands in the region, performing multiple shows each week throughout the summer across the Okanagan Valley. From lively pub and club performances to festivals and private events, the band built a strong reputation for high-energy shows and professional musicianship.

What truly sets LINUS apart is the depth of talent within its rotating roster of players. Each performance features skilled musicians who bring their own style and experience to the stage, allowing the band to deliver dynamic shows night after night.

Known for their versatility, LINUS performs a diverse setlist that spans multiple genres and eras, ensuring every audience finds something to sing along to. Whether it’s classic rock, pop favorites, dance hits, or timeless crowd-pleasers, LINUS creates an engaging live experience that keeps audiences coming back.

With a legacy built on great music, strong musicianship, and memorable performances, LINUS continues to be a trusted name in live entertainment across the Okanagan.

Some of our players & fill-ins have been Brad Krauza, Mike Jervis, Brandon Fautuex, Andy Plett,  Tim Reardon, Jon Bos, Don Mutter, Steve Butler and now Aaron Anderson on the drums and, on lead vocals, KINGA!

Mike Jervis – Guitar/Keyboards/Vocals.  I have been a professional musician for over forty years and have travelled across Canada, the United States and Europe, performing in numerous bands including Who’s on Bass, The Cruzeros, Rann Berry and the Random Act, and currently, Linus (www.linuskelowna.com). I started at the age of seven with piano lessons which eventually ended at the age of thirteen hearing my brother’s band jamming in the basement. I picked up the bass, quickly gravitating to the guitar and by the age of fifteen, was gigging at local high school dances and clubs. I have never stopped, playing thousands of gigs in everything from big bands to solo lounge gigs. And I still love doing it!
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Brad Krauza – Bassist/Vocals This is an easy way to describe Brad and music…Brad loves to sing and play! Brad has proven over and over, his vision, compassion, commitment AND some serious marketing and management skills to go along with his passion in the music industry for the past 30 years and there is no sign of stopping as long as the music fans keep showing up! “I LOVE what I do!” “You know you’ve got a good thing when each of us shake hands in appreciation to each others talents! It’s a feeling like no other to be able to sing more now and feeling inspired by your fellow musicians.” Krauza says. Brad has accomplished many things over the years including fundraising, concert promotions (locals to major international superstars such as; INXS, Randy Travis, Creed and Anthrax). Along with these events, Brad has also been very successful in the graphics, online news & entertainment, web design/hosting business, https://GonzoOkanagan.com. Check it out because it’s an awesome Arts & Entertainment site as well as a very successful marketing business! Brad has also been in the sales and publishing industry for many years which ties right in to his music passion. Gonzo Magazine printed thousands throughout the Okanagan/Vancouver area, interviewing the likes of these international legends – Offspring, Nicolas Cage, Drew Barrymore, Steven Spielberg, Angelina Jolie, Adam Sandler, Offspring, Martina McBride and many more! How many people can say that eh?? 😉 “I can’t thank my friends who have been there for me through this huge change that I have made this past few years. It wasn’t easy, that’s for damn sure but, well worth it!” Thank you, now, LETS ROCK N ROLL BABY!. 😉
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Aaron Anderson – After growing up in Winfield, Aaron Anderson spent the next 20 plus years in Vancouver playing with ‘Trooper’ (2025 Canadian Music Hall Of Fame Inductee), ‘Buddy Miles’ and ‘HB Concept’ to name a few. Since returning to the Okanagan in 2003 to start a family, Aaron started a Drum School and recording facilty (AA Drum School/Side Track Studio) and has played with many local artists and is currently playing with ‘Gary Cable Project’, ‘The Goods’ ‘Darby Mills Press Play’ and of coarse Linus.
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KINGA -Jazz and pop chanteuse Kinga was born in Poland, then moved with her family to Amsterdam before settling in Ottawa, Ontario. While being baptized at four months of age, she screamed out, and the attending priest predicted that Kinga would become a singer. Her parents gifted Kinga with appreciation for music, including and especially jazz, at an early age: Her father played in a jazz cabaret while her mother constantly played vocal pop and jazz records by The Platters, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra and the like.