CA3 was formed in September of 2002 by former members of The Houndogs, Mike (Smiley) Scarione (Lead vocals) and Matt (Mookie) Porter (Guitar). They added bassist Bill (Gooch) Cappozi and drummer Mike (Benny Stix) Benson and began working steadily. In no time they established themselves as one of the NY Metro area's most fun party bands. In February 2003 Matt Porter was badly injured in a farm machinery accident and became unable to continue gigging with the band. His father, noted country music legend Hank Porter, steeped in to replace him and was made a permanent member of the band in June of 2004. The elder Porter was responsible for creating a new mind set in the band and sparking the energy that the band has become known for. By insisting the band play 4 hour continuous sets and driving the band to play 2 or 3 gigs a day regularly, the Trio has gained a reputation for unmatched stamina. "I live to play music", say Porter, "When the band takes a break the party stops, I'd just as soon keep it going".
      The others found it hard to adjust at first but came to agree and now relish the marathon sets. " It really makes the energy flow and build to a fevered pitch. By the time we've finished our four hour set our fans well aware of the difference between us the the bands that are always on a break" says lead singer Scarione.
       The summer of 2004 brought further changes in the band as scheduling problems required them to employ the services of a number of drummers including Colonel Dave Cobb and Mike (Blind Melon) Barone. Although they still do a number of shows with benny Stix, it is Barone that works most often with the band these days.
      While the band now puts most of it's energy into playing private parties and special events, they continue to play area clubs as a showcase to book the party work. They can be seen regularly performing their classic retro rock & roll set at Water Lilly's on the Nautical Mile in Freeport, N.Y.