“Characterizing me as an out of control alcoholic was never necessary.”
— Georg Dolivo / Rhino Bucket

LOS ANGELES, California — The mighty Rhino Bucket have just announced 2 new members to the band’s lineup.

The band’s founder, frontman, guitarist and chief song-writer Georg Dolivo just took to social media to announce “Things Happen“, and penned a short statement to his fans.

Dolivo has been the only constant member of the band since forming in the mid/late 1980’s, and now as the band forges forward the singer has announced Harry Cody (Shotgun Messiah) on lead guitar and Joe E. (Circus of Power) on bass.

Dolivo shared the following message on Facebook earlier today.

Rhino Bucket > Facebook
September 15th 2025

So… Georg here. We’re going through some changes. In the spirit of moving forward and creating new music, we have changed our line up. I will never allow Rhino Bucket to be cover band of Rhino Bucket. We will always strive to further our journey with new songs and refreshed input from brothers that are excited to see what the future might hold. I want to thank Brian Forsythe and Sean McNabb for helping out when they could and I wish nothing but the best for both of them.

Characterizing me as an out of control alcoholic was never necessary. I started this band in 1987. I’ve written the majority of the songs, performed in 26 countries and 42 states, and tried my best to accommodate the others in the band. As they moved away to another state or continent or double booked themselves and left me holding the bag.

I’m excited about the future. I’m always the eternal optimist. Haha.

So please welcome:

Harry Cody (Shotgun Messiah) Lead Guitar

and

Joe E. (Circus Of Power) Bass

If you want to see who we are now, come on down to the Whiskey A Go Go in Hollywood on Thursday, December 4th.

The Rhino rides again!

Cheers, Georg

Rhino Bucket will appear at ‘The Whisky‘ on Thursday December 4th 2025, on the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood.

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