The current LIVE WIRE lineup with full bios and images.
John ‘JJ’ Jamison delivers the rare dual punch of both Bon Scott and Brian Johnson with unmatched accuracy, channeling AC/DC’s iconic frontmen through powerful vocals and commanding stage presence. A seasoned Maryland-based vocalist with decades of experience, he’s fronted numerous hard rock and metal bands, covering classics from AC/DC to Led Zeppelin, Bad Company, Guns N’ Roses, Mötley Crüe, and Def Leppard. John’s favorite AC/DC album is Back in Black.
Mike Hughes brings Angus Young to life with uncanny precision—capturing the signature stage moves, searing tone, and electrifying performance night after night. A left-handed guitarist often described as a true mirror image of Angus, Mike hails from Williamsport, Pennsylvania and has been performing AC/DC tributes since the 1990s, including his time with BALLBREAKER in Long Island, NY alongside rhythm guitarist Bill Voccia. The two first connected in 1990 and reunited in 2006 when Mike joined LIVE WIRE. His favorite AC/DC album is Powerage.
Bill Voccia embodies Malcolm Young’s driving force on stage, delivering every performance with precision, power, and heart. Originally from Long Island, NY and now based in Northern Virginia, he founded LIVE WIRE in 1999 after departing BALLBREAKER and teaming up with drummer Billy Rauff. Beyond the stage, Bill is a recognized AC/DC historian and contributor, having worked managing content for AC/DC’s official website acdc.com and authored his first book AC/DC Song by Song in 2025. His favorite album is Highway to Hell, with Let There Be Rock a close second.
Joe Whalen anchors the rhythm section with the steady, driving pulse of Cliff Williams—delivering the thunder that powers every LIVE WIRE performance. Hailing from Northeastern Pennsylvania, he’s a seasoned bassist with deep roots in AC/DC tribute bands, officially joining LIVE WIRE in 2022 after a year of standout fill-in performances. Along with his dynamic bass work, Joe adds powerful backing vocals and continues to record with his original band, Shiny Giant and perform live with his local band Traffik Jam. His favorite AC/DC album is Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap.
Billy Rauff drives the band with the raw power and precision of Phil Rudd, hitting every beat like a sledgehammer. Originally from Long Island, NY and now based in Delaware, he’s a die-hard AC/DC fan—proudly sporting multiple AC/DC tattoos, including a full back piece that’s become a fan favorite. A founding force behind LIVE WIRE alongside Bill since 1999, Billy has helped shape the band’s evolution from a local Long Island act into an internationally recognized AC/DC tribute. He also appeared in AC/DC’s Stiff Upper Lip video, filmed in New York City in 2000. His favorite album is Let There Be Rock.