T H E B A N D
Ray Novelli
Lead Vocalist
The voice that moves the crowd, Ray delivers powerhouse vocals with soul, grit, and precision. A former recording artist for NY Productions in Nashville, he’s performed coast to coast, including standout appearances at the Wildhorse Saloon and Exit/In. Ray doesn’t just sing — he connects, commands, and captivates.
Faith Loomis
Bass
Faith fuels UnPause with bass lines that are both commanding and fluid. A classically trained cellist turned multi-instrumentalist, she found her true passion on bass five years ago. With past projects including Baby Grendel and While Supplies Last, Faith blends classical roots with rock sensibilities, creating a low-end foundation that is both melodic and driving.
Mike Agostini
Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals
Founding member and guitar firepower behind UnPause, Mike brings unmatched skill, soul, and swagger. With a résumé that includes opening for Lynch Mob, Night Ranger, Foghat, Pat Travers, Y&T, and more, his guitar work is a masterclass in tone and emotion. His backing vocals add depth, rounding out the band’s signature sound.
Jeff Newman
Drums
Jeff anchors UnPause with decades of experience in the Pacific Northwest scene. Rooted in rock but blending funk, blues, and country, his drumming reflects the timeless sounds of the ’70s through the 2000s. He has shared the stage with legends like Randy Skirvin of Iron Butterfly and Mark Andes of Spirit, Heart, and Firefall. Jeff’s rhythms are authentic, energetic, and essential to the band’s electrifying sound.
UnPause
Who We Are
From the west side of Portland Oregon’s metro area. UnPause is a high energy Rock N Roll band with a heavy Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, Blues influence.
They play Rock N’ Roll covers from the 70’s through the 90’s and beyond.
Featuring the amazing vocals of Ray Novelli and backed by a Top Notch group of very talented musicians;
Mike Agostini on Guitar, Faith Loomis on Bass and Jeff Newman, on drums, they bring a unique and powerful Rock experience to every event.
They've established themselves as Portland's Premier Hard Rock band and their loyal fans follow them where ever they play.
It's always a Full House and a Great Party when UnPause plays.
With their arena rock sound they are a perfect fit for clubs, fairs, festivals, private parties and casinos.