Hello, my name is Twinkle Schascle Yochim, I’m the lead singer for Twinkle and Rock Soul Radio. I’m trying to raise funds for my brother and bass player Tony LeClerc

For those who don’t know, Tony LeClerc, a lifelong career musician, was injured from a Chiropractic adjustment April 9 and required spine surgery on vertebrae C4, C6, C7 and T1, recovery is expected to be from 6 months to a year before we know if he will be able to play again. The injury has made it impossible to use his left hand, which is his fretting hand and how he has made a living since he was 17 years old. Shows had to be canceled. Extra musicians had to be hired. Medical bills had to be paid with no income. Asking for help is incredibly uncomfortable for him so I’m doing it for him. He has performed at literally every benefit and fundraiser ever asked of him over the years. So, I am asking you all to please come together and help him get through his recovery.

Thanks for listening. ROCK IS LOVE, Yochim out.

BIO:

Tony LeClerc - Lifelong professional musician

Tony is a recording artist and touring musician who has been performing since the age of 17. He is currently the bass guitarist and vocalist for Twinkle & Rock Soul Radio, and has performed all around the world alongside his half-sister, lead vocalist Twinkle Schascle Yochim.

Surrendered for adoption at birth, Tony didn't discover he had a sister until he was 24 years old, when he found Twinkle while searching for his birth parents - a remarkable story brought these two talented musicians together.

Tony was a founding member of NYC 80's metal band Big Bad Wolf and has an impressive performance history, having shared the stage with musical luminaries including Brian Johnson of AC-DC, Scotti Hill from Skid Row, Russel Arcara of Prophet, Mark Tornillo of TT Quick and ACCEPT, Danny Schuler of Bio Hazard, Johnny Kelly of Type O Negative, Danzig and Quiet Riot, Rob Moschetti from M.O.D. and Pro Pain, Jimmy DeLisi of JULLIET, Dickey Betts of the Allman Brothers Band, Steve Augeri of Journey and Tyketto, Chris Anderson of the Outlaws, Chris Hicks of the Marshall Tucker Band, Rick Derringer, and Pat Travers. Brett Carlisle of Great white Berry Oakley Jr, Duane Betts, Trixter and many more.

Known for his stage presence, vocal ability, and heavy-handed bass playing, Grammy-nominated producer Bud Snyder has praised Tony, saying "You could set your watch to that guy". He's been described as not only a rock-solid bass player, but a talented band leader who's done a remarkable job promoting his groups.

Tony has had endorsements with Peavey Bass Guitars and Amplification, Honor Bass Guitars, Tregan Bass Guitars, D'angelico strings, Optima 24kt. Gold Bass Strings, Blue Magic Bass Strings, and Sinister Guitar Pics. Tony also has his own signature line of bass guitars made by Bryan Custom Guitars.

Currently with Twinkle & Rock Soul Radio, Tony continues to perform and record with the band that has been together for over a decade, bringing his life of experience to their mix of original songs and cover tunes.