Vicki Peterson & John Cowsill at Avenel Performing Arts Center

Vicki Peterson of The Bangles (whose work includes #1 hit “Walk Like An Egyptian” and several other Top 10 songs, teams up with John Cowsill, drummer/vocalist for The Beach Boys for over 23 years and original member of the platinum-selling family band, The Cowsills, to lovingly present their debut Americana album comprised of songs written by John’s late brothers, Barry and Bill Cowsill titled, Long After The Fire.

Vicki is a founding member of the 1980’s group The Bangles, one of the most successful bands of that decade with over 6 million gold and platinum albums sold. Their music has been synced on screen in everything from Austin Powers to Stranger Things and has transcended generations with more than 6 million current monthly listeners on streaming platforms, 420 million views on TikTok, and over half a billion channel views on YouTube as of 2024.

Throughout the 90’s, Vicki stayed active appearing on albums with Tom Petty, John Doe, Hootie & The Blowfish, Belinda Carlisle and also toured with The Go-Go’s on their 1994-1995 reunion tour. The Bangles reunited in the 21st century to release four more albums.
At 7 years old, John began working in clubs, singing and playing drums with his family. The Cowsills became a worldwide sensation in the late 1960’s playing The Ed Sullivan Show, and Johnny Carson Show programs both 3 times, The Johnny Cash Show twice and enjoyed several Top 20 hits including “Hair” and “The Rain, The Park, & Other Things”.
In 1981, John landed on the Tommy Tutone hit, “867-5309 (Jenny).” He also toured with Jan and Dean before becoming a mainstay of the Beach Boys touring band, playing guitar, piano, and finally sitting at the drum kit for over two decades playing an average of 180 concerts per year.
​Throughout his career, John has performed live and/or recorded work with Bob Dylan, Mamas & Papas, Harry Chapin, among others, and is also currently one of the lead singers for The Smithereens.
“Melody, memory, and musical craftsmanship at its finest.”
~ Twangville: Mayer’s Playlist for Spring 2025
​​“Peterson's voice is still a remarkable instrument and harmonizes excellently with Cowsill's. Keeping it in the family clearly adds to the warmth and intimacy of the recording. Lovely stuff.” ~ Outsideleft
“Vicki Peterson and John Cowsill’s “Long After The Fire” album is a joyous and moving romp through the catalog of John’s late brothers, Barry and Bill Cowsill, its exquisite harmony drenched songs unravelling wondrous stories that ring out in timeless beauty.” ~ Rock Cellar Magazine