Following his departure, several players filled the lead guitar spot. These included Jimmy Nalls, Warren Haynes, James Solberg, Danny Morris, Pete Kanaras, with Kanaras becoming the longest lasting member. Also in 1987 and 1988 the band became the Rosebud Agency's East Coast house band, backing tours with Elvin Bishop, John Lee Hooker, John Hammond, and Pinetop Perkins.
Following his departure, a succession of musicians took on the lead guitar role. Notably, Pete Kanaras remained with the group for an extended period. Additionally, in 1987 and 1988, the band served as the primary backing act for the Rosebud Agency's East Coast tours, featuring notable artists such as Elvin Bishop, John Lee Hooker, John Hammond, and Pinetop Perkins.