Kings Highway - About Us

Kings Highway is a 4 piece rock band based out of Monmouth County, New Jersey. The band released their self tiltled album in June of 2010 and is currently in the process of writing for another album. The band has played most of New Jersey and New York and has built a highly dedicated following. The band is currently represented by Halogen Records and is entering the studio soon to record their second album.

Jeff Pilgrim Lead Vocals, Guitar October 5. 1983 Gear Fender Strat Takamine Acoustic Fender Hot Rod Deluxe Jeff began playing guitar in high school. Never having formal music lessons, he learned by watching, listening and playing. He learned first by playing with Jeff's brother-in-law, TJ Fletcher. Jeff met Kings Highway drummer Cory Pedalino in college while attending Monmouth University. The two started playing shows together in 2005 and have not stopped since. It was after college that Jeff moved to Hoboken and joined the singer-songwriter scene. This is when he began to take music to a different level, writing songs and being influenced by some of the area's best musicians. This is where Jeff met Kings Highway lead guitarist Kevin Gormley, and the two started doing acoustic gigs together in Hoboken. Next, Jeff brought together Cory and Kevin along together and instantly clicked playing local bars. Due to Michael wanting to pursue his job career Cory, found new bassist John Sayson and Jeff, John and Cory started jamming. Within a month Jeff, Cory, Kevin and John got together and have created what is now known as Kings Highway.

Kevin Gormley Lead Guitar, Vocals November 4, 1983 Gear Fender Deluxe Powerhouse Strat Gibson SG Special Vox Wah Ibanez Tubescreamer Vox Big Ben EHX Memory Man Hazarai Fender Blues Jr Raised in Northern Ireland, Kevin was actively involved in the local music scenes of his native Co. Tyrone, and later, Belfast, Co. Antrim from an early age. Hailing from a family actively involved in music and drama, Kevin has been performing from a young age. After relocating to the United States in 2007, Kevin became immersed in the singer-songwriter scene in Hoboken, NJ, and New York City. It was during this time that Kevin and Jeff became friends through a mutual appreciation of songwriting and blues-rock. Kevin brings a strong emphasis on songwriting, along with improvisation, to the band, providing color and flair to the music of Kings Highway.

John Kedo Sayson Bass January 20, 1982 Gear Musicman Stingray 5 Warwick Corvette Fretless 6 Mesa Boogie amplification Gallien Krueger amplification John Kedo Sayson is a Bassist, Music Producer and Song Writer, a gigging and semi-pro musician with more than 15 years experience as a bass player and live performer. He also has many years of studio recording experience and has been involved in multiple CD productions. John has 2 years of study in music theory and is an experienced composer/song writer. He is based in the North New Jersey and New York City area and currently resides in Belleville NJ.

Cory Pedalino Drums, Percussion January 15, 1983 Gear Ludwig Drums DW Hardware and Pedals Remo Heads Zildjian A Custom Cymbals Pro Mark 5A Nylon sticks Cory resides from Brick, NJ and has been playing the drums since age 11. Cory has been in and out of bands touring the local scene since the age of 17. Receiving formal training locally and recently engulfing himself in melodies by picking up the bass; Cory adds his metal background and up beat time changes as an added bonus to the already dynamic sound of Kings Highway. Cory looks forward to the continued dedication, effort and fun times with his fellow bandmates. 2011 will be another great year for the Highway.