Rob Wiseman: Drums, Percussion
Rob Wiseman began his professional musical career as the drummer for Infinity, one of the top rock bands in the Chicagoland area--performing clubs and festivals, private parties, corporate shows and more. Rob was with Infinity for 10 years when he and Julia moved out to Phoenix AZ for a brief period. When they returned to Chicago, they created Mirage where he was the drummer for a couple years before leaving to join ARRA--another one of the top cover bands in the Chicago area. Rob was with ARRA for approximately 20 years, working with stellar musicians which also included Ronnie Platt who now is the lead vocalist for Kansas. While working with ARRA, Rob opened for many world-known artists such as Steve Miller, Paul Rogers, Sammy Hagar, REO Speedwagon, Kansas, Foghat, Molly Hatchet, UFO and more. ARRA performed several corporate events, some taking them out of the country. Rob eventually ended up leaving the area once more, moving just outside of Nashville TN. Today Rob is back performing with Infinity as their main drummer, as well as beginning a new journey resurrecting Chasing Rumours (formerly Mirage) with Julia!
Julia Sara: Lead Vocals |Guitar | Mandolin | Harmonica
In the 1990's, Julia Sara performed for 6 years in Mirage, the successful Chicago based tribute to Heart & Fleetwood Mac, playing the part of both Stevie Nicks and Nancy Wilson. She has shared the stage with national acts and musicians such as Cheap Trick, Grand Funk, Paul Rogers, Howard Leese(Heart!), Mickey Thomas, Joan Jett, Jim Peterik, Mike Reno, Survivor, Fee Waybill, 3Dog Night, Kevin Chalfont and more. Most notable venues include House of Blues, Comisky Park, Hawthorne Race Track, Vic Theatre, Navy Pier, World Music Theatre, OC Pavilion, Wildflower Fest, Las Vegas Fremont Street Experience. Julia also performs as Stevie Nicks in the Vegas tribute show "Fleetwood Nicks" and as "Nancy Wilson" in the national Heart tribute “Heart Alive." Heartalive was the winner of "Best Tribute Band" awarded by Vegas Rocks Magazine where the band shared the stage with celebrated artists such as Sammy Hagar, Sebastian Bach, Geof Tate and many more. Julie is an original artist having released 2 albums under Surrounding Sara, and Love Survive. Julia also formed Nicks Chicks, a tribute to Stevie Nicks and Friends. In 2023 Julia and Rob decided to resurrect their former Mirage Tribute that had been so popular in the 1990's under the new name Chasing Rumours. Julia and Steve have a rock duo "Surrounding Sara" performing classic rock, modern rock, country rock & Originals.
"For more on Julia, please visit surroundingsara.com. Her original music can be downloaded at lovesurvive.bandcamp.com and surroundingsara.bandcamp.com .
Steve Haraburda Lead Vocals || Lead Guitar
Steve Haraburda has played lead guitar in the Chicagoland area for the past 40 years. He has performed in various bands, headlining in prestigious venues around the suburbs and the city. He co-formed Project 7X, releasing two albums with the band. The band continues to record and perform occasionally where Steve plays lead guitar and sings. Steve has also taken on the role of second guitar for Fleetwood Nicks, a nationally recognized tribute to Fleetwood Mac, based out of Las Vegas. In 2024 Steve performed in Utah with Fleetwood Nicks, and in 2025 will rejoin the band for a tour of 5 nights. In January of 2025, Steve joined Chasing Rumours, Chicago's answer to Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty and more!
Justin Smith - Bass/ Vocals
Justin Smith has been playing bass and guitar since he was very young, where he first began playing with a youth group. He went on to play in a band locally in the Chicago area, as well as composing original music. Although Justin resembles Mick Fleetwood, his bass role in Chasing Rumours was a perfect fit for the band, giving the band the energy and edge it deserves!
Kris Norton
Keyboardist/Lead Vocals
Born and raised in Clarksburg, West Virginia, Kris Norton took her first steps to the sounds of artists such as The Carpenters, Donny Hathaway, The Moody Blues and Santana. From a young age she played piano and organ and was influenced by everything from sacred music to chamber and concert music to Appalachian and popular styles. In her late teens and early twenties she performed in England, Scotland and Germany with vocal ensemble Camerata Appalachia, under the direction of Dr. Larry R. Parsons. During those formative years she developed a deep love for timeless artists such as Fleetwood Mac, Linda Ronstadt, Tom Petty, Led Zeppelin, and The Eagles.
Upon moving to Chicagoland in 2015, Kris soon began performing with local cover bands Second Chance Revival, Total Sacrifice and Escape Route 12. As a keyboard player and vocalist she is passionate about capturing the essence of a song that is important to the audience while offering a distinct perspective. She was thrilled to discover Chasing Rumours’ dedication to the experience of music that has shaped our lives. Kris joins Chasing Rumours in delivering the compelling vocals and harmonies and thoughtful playing that audiences appreciate in our shows.