Our Story

Five friends, one stage, every party.

Lynn out front - Daniel, John, Gabriel and Jack right behind her. Every night is girls’ night ✨

How we united

It started on a porch in Sarasota.

Lynn was singing covers at a Friday-night porch jam when Daniel sat down with a guitar. By the third song, Jack was on a coffee-table drum kit and Gabriel had grabbed a bass off the wall. The party didn’t stop until the neighbors came over - to dance, not to complain.

That night they decided: pop, rock, party hits. A live band that sounds like the radio your friends actually play. They named it after a feeling - the one when a song you know hits in a room you love - and Cover Girl Band SRQ was born.

Today, they tour the Gulf Coast: waterfront venues, private parties, weddings, festivals. Every set sounds like a party. Every night is girls’ night ✨

The Girl (& the Boys)

Meet the band.

Lynn out front - Daniel, John, Gabriel and Jack right behind her. One sound, every night is girls’ night.

Lead Vocals

Lynn Lavi

With over 15 years of professional performance experience, Lynn has shared the stage with some of New England’s premier wedding and entertainment bands, spending nearly a decade performing throughout the Boston area before making Sarasota her home three years ago, where she quickly became part of the Sarasota and Siesta Key live music scene. Born and raised in Jerusalem, Israel, she studied music for three years at the Yellow Submarine Music Center, where she developed the foundation for her musical journey. Known for her versatility across genres, Lynn has a special love for female-powered hits and iconic women in music - a passion that ultimately inspired the creation of Covergirl, a band dedicated to bringing the energy, fun, and unforgettable soundtrack of generations of female artists to every performance.

Guitar · Vocals

Daniel Guanchez

Daniel Guanchez is a passionate musician, songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist whose energy on stage is impossible to ignore. Born in Miami and raised in Venezuela, Daniel returned to the United States at 18 and has spent years pursuing his love for music through numerous original projects and live performances. A self-taught guitarist with a deep appreciation for rock and roll, he brings authenticity, talent, and heart to every show. Over the past several years, Daniel has become a familiar face in Sarasota and Siesta Key’s vibrant live music scene, performing at local bars, restaurants, and events. Known for his electrifying stage presence and rock-and-roll attitude, Daniel believes every performance deserves 100% passion and commitment. And if you ever ask him to turn it down… don’t be surprised when he turns it up.

Keyboard · Vocals

John Hetherington

Meet our accomplished keyboardist, John Hetherington. His musical journey began with classical piano studies in elementary school and grew into a lifelong passion for performance. During college, John discovered jazz, funk, and other contemporary styles, inspiring him to pursue music professionally. Over the years, he has toured extensively throughout the United States and internationally, performing at renowned events and venues including the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Romania’s Open Air Blues Festival, New York City’s Café Wha?, and The Iridium. Now based in Sarasota, Florida, John continues to perform with a variety of artists and projects while also leading a premier wedding and events band. His versatility, experience, and musicianship bring depth and energy to every performance.

Bass

Gabriel Gutierrez

Meet Gabriel, a bassist, producer, and arranger originally from Venezuela and currently based in Sarasota, Florida. He brings 30 years of solid international experience in live performance and recording sessions, having built his career in the competitive music scenes of his native country and Buenos Aires, Argentina. As a self-taught musician, he offers an intuitive approach, impeccable groove, and exceptional stylistic versatility that allows him to seamlessly navigate rock, funk, pop, reggae, Latin, jazz, fusion, and world music. His extensive stage experience, combined with his vision for music production and arrangements, makes him a key element in the band’s sound, tightness, and rhythmic identity.

Drums

Jack Fletcher

Meet our talented drummer, Jack Fletcher, an active member of the Sarasota and Tampa Bay music scene. Jack spent most of his life on Florida’s Gulf Coast and is currently pursuing a degree in Jazz Drum Performance at the University of South Florida, Class of 2029. Before college, he toured Eastern North America with the tribute acts ABBA NOVA and Sweet Fleet. When he’s not studying, Jack stays busy performing with a variety of artists and bands, including ABBA NOVA, Sweet Fleet, Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones, and his original project, nowincolor. His versatility, dedication, and love for music make him an invaluable part of Covergirl.

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