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VENICE (band) Guitar pick stage-used by Michael Lennon at 2011 Santa Monica concert with David Crosby RARE

The band was formed in started in Venice, California in 1977 by cousins Michael Lennon) and Kipp Lennon. Michael’s brother Mark joined the band in 1978, followed by Kipp’s brother Pat in 1980. Kipp and Pat are two of eleven siblings, and are younger brothers of the Lennon Sisters. Michael and Mark are two of thirteen siblings.

**In 2011, Venice and David Crosby performed a fundraiser for Santa Monica High School‘s music department. The event also featured: Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell from the band America plus Richard Page from Mr. Mister, along with students from the SanMo high school’s orchestra, band, and choir. A high production value video was posted to YouTube.