About Us
Our Story
The Fuses are an acoustic duo based out of Annapolis. We deliver a fusion of tunes including Classic Rock, Alternative, Country, Pop & Blues.
Bobby Smiley, guitar player/ vocals, has been playing guitar for over 40 years. A few bands Bobby has played with are Night Wind, Crush, Clashing Plaid and Sparky's Bone, as well as many others over the years.
Past band members have been bass player, Jim Cullen (Dirty City Band) and percussionist, Duane Ferguson (DeadEyeStare).
Lead vocals, Diane Compton, "I'm truly blessed to work with gifted and dedicated musicians."
What Inspires Us
Despite sharing many of the same interests and pastimes, we all are inspired by different types of music. We all have a love for rock, alternative, blues and country music.
Our Influences
Jim Croce, Kid Rock, Tracy Chapman, Matt Nathanson, Bon Jovi, Bad Company, Gavin Degraw, Jon Pardi, The Wreckers, John Mellencamp, Edwin McCain, The Beatles, Parmalee, Pink, John Mayer, Keith Urban, The Calling, Bad Company, Chris Stapleton, Randy Houser, Van Morrison, David Nail, Train, Bob Segar, Eagles, Gin Blossoms, Counting Crows, Sam Cooke, Black Crowes and many more.