About Us - Stage Fright

Liam Rayne

Liam Rayne is the passionate and resilient lead singer of “Stage Fright”. He discovered his talent for singing back when he was a kid, but in high school, his desire to be on stage grew. His original band, Reckless, practiced in a garage, hoping one day they would be world-renowned, but they each went their own way. Later on, when he was 54 years old he was diagnosed with stage 2 lung cancer, and after a grueling year of treatment, he finally overcame the hurdle in his life. After being hospitalized for a long time, he realized that he never truly ‘lived’ his life. That’s when he got the great idea to bring his old high school band together to take a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and finally achieve their dreams.

David Iglesias

David Iglesias is a 58-year-old Mexican, self-taught guitarist and restaurant owner. Although he spent many years running his family’s restaurant, he knew it was never his true calling. Despite several challenges, David’s passion for music never faded. His soulful playing reflects his life’s ups and downs and allows him to express his feelings. Playing with his old bandmates helped David rediscover himself, and bring meaning back to his life.

Nick Hughes

Nick Hughes is the band’s lead drummer. Born in England, he grew up listening to the world-famous David Bowie, who inspired his music career. His life suddenly took a turn when his family moved to Fresno California, where he began high school and met Liam Rayne along with the rest of the band members. After high school, he parted ways with Rayne and began his 30-year-long accounting career. He never forgot about his love for music, so when Rayne sprung the idea of fulfilling their adolescent dreams, with the support from his wife and kids, he took a chance, quit his accounting job, and focused full-time on this new opportunity.

Blake Madden

Blake Madden is a seasoned bassist and longtime bartender. He is known for his laid-back demeanor and steady groove, the backbone of the band’s sound. At 58, he brings decades of life experience to his music, blending his passion for bass with his soulful rhythm. Having experienced both the good and the bad, Blake carries the memory of his late wife, whose spirit continues to guide him toward what makes him feel heard. For Blake, music has never just been about the notes–music is about expressing your emotions in a raw and unfiltered way.