Michael Lombardi
PMP Network Presents
Michael Lombardi, known for his role in 'Rescue Me,' shares how his band, Apache Stone, became part of the show's storyline. He recounts the humorous ways the show's writers integrated his real-life passion into the series, often with a comedic twist. Lombardi reflects on the unique dynamic between the cast members and the show's portrayal of his band.
Actor/Singer
Michael Lombardi
FX’s “Rescue Me”
&
Lead Singer of “Apache Stone”
www.fxnetworks.com/shows/originals/rescueme/band.php
www.apachestonemusic.com
About Michael Lombardi
Michael Lombardi is an American actor, producer, and musician best known for his role as probationary firefighter Mike "Probie" Silletti on the Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated FX series "Rescue Me." He is the lead singer and founder of rock band Apache Stone, which released its self-titled debut album in 2009. His film work includes "Last Knights" (2015) opposite Clive Owen and Morgan Freeman, and he produced and starred in the horror-thriller "The Retaliators," earning a Best Actor award at the Orlando Film Festival.
In this interview
- Recalls how "Rescue Me" writers integrated his real band Apache Stone into storylines
- Describes the show renaming his band "Indian Sunburn" and calling it a massage technique
- Explains that Dennis Leary and the cast made fun of his character and band
- Discusses the fraternal firemen dynamic where being ragged on is a sign of acceptance
“They referred to Apache Stone as Indian Sunburn in one episode I saw and said it was a massage technique.”— Michael Lombardi, in this interview
