Tom Ryan

Tom began his musical journey as the drummer for the recording group, Weekend, known for their top ten hits “Together” and “Everyday.” In 2000, the band members of Weekend were inducted in the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame. Throughout his career, Tom has shared concert stages with legendary bands including Grand Funk RR, the Guess Who, Fleetwood Mac, STYX, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Marshall Tucker, Dave Mason, Todd Rundgren & other prominent performers.

Tom's band, Weekend, toured nationally with pop singer Bobby Sherman when Tom was just 18 years old. The single “Together” was released and rose nationally to the top ten when Tom was 20 years old. He performed with Weekend for ten years. Later he joined the Vincent Michaels Band, Watchers, SLAM, Win Lose or Draw, Rod Nickson Project, The Soul Providers, Brother 2 Brother, and the popular Tom Petty tribute, Learning to Fly. 

Tom enjoys traveling and has visited over 30 countries, 8 Canadian provinces and 38 US states. He enjoys performing and recording with various music projects. He lives in Lewiston, NY, enjoys wines from around the world, growing heirloom tomatoes and tending to his flower gardens.

Tom visited the Flamingo Lounge on July 28, 2025 and talked about the many bands he’s played with, including “Weekend”. And, both top ten hits can be heard in the episode.