Lord Gunner Group

The Lord Gunner Group was one of the Jersey Shores most popular unsigned groups. The power rock band was formed in 1974 by Lance Larson (lead vocals), Rick DeSarno (lead guitar), Stephen Rava (bass), and Ernest "Boom" Carter (drums). The group would later add John Mulrenan on organ. As the group evolved, it would include dozens of members including Vini Lopez and future Bon Jovi drummer Tico Torres.