1970’S
Mark Waelti and Tim Towell start their musical journey at 17 and performed in area restaurants and taverns. Randy Marsh moves to Sarasota to pursue a musical career and performs in many of the same venues as a solo performer.
1980’s
Mark and Tim continue as a duo for 7 years and for a short time all three join as a trio and form the group Triad. In 1986 Tim leaves the group to pursue a career in homebuilding. Mark and Randy forge a musical partnership and name their duo RPM.
1990’s
Performances increase for RPM and performing becomes a full-time job. They cut their first two studio albums, “On the Rocks” (1986) and “Souvenir” (1998)
2000’s
RPM grows in popularity and release two more albums, “Off the Record” (2002) and “Milestone” (2008). The duo realizes they have a great following with the locals, as well as the snowbirds returning every year to see them perform. Mark and Randy team up with two industry veterans, Larry Crane (guitarist for John Mellencamp from 1975-1991) and Michael Finley on drums who worked with Steven Stills and Dwight Yoakum. They would become the band FLA. In 2006 RPM packs the Players performing arts center for their 20-year anniversary show.
2010’s
RPM continues to increase in popularity and add some touring to their schedule. They become a headliner at a popular music festival outside Lacrosse, Wisconsin and start a residency at Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant and Bar in Key Largo. In 2011 and 2016 the group fills the Venice Theater with sold out shows for their 25th an 30th anniversary shows. In 2016 RPM produce their 5th album released in conjunction with their 30th anniversary.
2020’s
In 2020 RPM celebrated 35 years with another concert show including many great musicians who have performed with the boys over the years. On April 26, 2022, Randy performed his final show with Mark at Gilligan’s Island Bar on Siesta Key. After 50 wonderful years in the music business, 36 with RPM he is stepping back from the microphone to enjoy some down time with his bride of 30 years, Sheryl Marsh.
Coming full circle, Tim Towell has rejoined Mark to carry on the torch of RPM. They continue to perform along the Suncoast 3-5 nights a week and frequently in Key Largo. The Road goes on Forever, and the Party Never Ends!