Photo Gallery

Early Promo Shots


The Earl Warren Showgrounds Session
After winning numerous Battle of the Bands contests,
Ernie and The Emperors were made the site's official house band.
Richard Savage, photographer


"Meet Me At The Corner"
Richard Savage, photographer


Second Incarnation
In 1966 bass man Randy Busby left the band. Drummer
Denny Fricia joined and Brian took over playing the bass.
Richard Savage, photographer


Misc. Photos
Ernie reads the band's fan mail.
On the Road. Ernie in Waterloo, Iowa (Photo by Cory Orosco)
The band performs with Bobby Vinton.
Performing at an event hosted by Fess Parker.
Backstage with the Lovin' Spoonful.
John Sebastian, Cory, Zal Yanovsky and Ernie.
Backstage with the Lovin' Spoonful.
Ernie, Steve Boone and Cory.
Backstage with the Lovin' Spoonful.
Ernie and Steve Boone.
Backstage with the Lovin' Spoonful.
Cory and Ernie with Zal Yanovsky.
Performing with Jackie Lee.
Jamming with the Sun Rays.
Getting on the tour bus.
Coming off tour.
Formal promo shot of Ernie.