Some of us

Some of us http://www.famousfiveband.com/ Top performers and experienced musicians from this lively pop covers function band, the best choice of live band for your wedding party or any small or large private function including corporate events en-us Tue, 07 Sep 2010 21:17:21 +0000 Injader 2.4.4 Andy W http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/61/andy-w http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/61/andy-w <p>Having played piano since the age of 9, Andy has done most things - solo piano, jazz, function bands, backing cabaret, classical, musical director ......... bicycle repair man AND makes an exceedingly good pot of tea!<br /> <br />Having run his own Kent-based function band for many years Andy has now moved to Hampshire and is delighted to be sharing the keyboard duties in Famous Five.  "What better way to spend an evening - doing something you love -  ensuring people have a good time - and getting paid for it!"</p> Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:21:22 +0000 Admin http://www.famousfiveband.com/feeds.php?name=comments&id=61 Alan http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/42/alan http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/42/alan <h1>Alan - Drums & backing vocals</h1>The driving force behind the band started very young by bashing on biscuit tins with pieces of firewood until his long-suffering parents finally bought him his first drum kit at the age of seven.  Now he is one of the most talented and versatile drummers on the live circuit.  He has worked with such important musicians as Andy Davies, Mick Green, the legendary blues guitarist Peter Green and recently spent three years in an internationally touring Beatles tribute band.  From big band swing to classic rock, Alan has it correctly and tastefully mastered.<br /> Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:21:11 +0000 Admin http://www.famousfiveband.com/feeds.php?name=comments&id=42 Andy http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/43/andy http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/43/andy <h1>Andy - Guitar & backing vocals</h1>An excellent guitarist would be an understatement when talking about this skilful musician.  As an experienced and versatile self-taught guitarist, Andy puts an edge into our shows by accurately recreating all those classic guitar riffs and making it look so confoundedly easy!  With an impressive 500+ gigs under his belt and a repertoire ranging from The Pointer Sisters to Pink Floyd, Andy has it well and truly covered.  For a lead guitarist Andy has the rare capacity to fit in rather than to dominate the music. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:21:11 +0000 Admin http://www.famousfiveband.com/feeds.php?name=comments&id=43 Julia http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/44/julia http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/44/julia <h1>Julia - Lead & backing vocals</h1> <p>Well known in the live circuit this experienced and talented vocalist is able to switch effortlessly from a dance floor filling disco medley to Rock'n'Roll raunchiness and heart-rending blues.  She has an instant rapport with the audience and an answer to everything - no kidding, try and catch her out at your peril!  Away from the band Julia is a classically trained pianist, a dep vocalist with several other bands and on top of that launched an album of her own material in March 2008.  What more would one wish for?  Do go to her live gigs and be very impressed indeed every time you go!</p> <p>Hear some of Julia's own songs below - they are just so amazing you'll have to buy her CD ... you won't regret it (we've all bought one ... bought one each - not one between us!)</p> <p>Oh yes, this week Julia is being mostly blonde ...</p> <p> <embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="434" height="415" src="http://cache.reverbnation.com/widgets/swf/19/tuneWidget.swf?twID=artist_254341&posted_by=artist_254341&shuffle=&autoPlay=false&blogBuzz=buzz"></embed> </p> Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:21:11 +0000 Admin http://www.famousfiveband.com/feeds.php?name=comments&id=44 Liesbeth http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/45/liesbeth http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/45/liesbeth <H1>Liesbeth - Lead & backing vocals</H1> <P>Bringing with her from her native Holland an effortless ability to sing any number beautifully, Liesbeth has been acclaimed by several venues as the star of the show.  Able to sing in several languages, she brings an air of sophistication and quality to our shows that only a truly talented vocalist can accomplish.</P> <P>And when this girl rocks ... she REALLY rocks!!<BR></P> Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:21:11 +0000 Admin http://www.famousfiveband.com/feeds.php?name=comments&id=45 Mike http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/46/mike http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/46/mike <H1>Mike - Bass guitar & Keyboards</H1> <P>Working with the drums to maintain a tight backline is so important in a band and Mike and Alan lay down that rhythmic foundation to perfection.  Getting people on the dancefloor and seeing them having a great time is the name of the game and Mike enjoys nothing more!  Time permitting, Mike deps with some other bands on bass or keys.  Although appearing rather serious when playing he really loves it and would not miss a gig for the world.  Even after a late gig Mike and Andy feel like going on to play at an all-night Blues Club ... but have yet to find one!</P> <P><A href=http://www.mikebarden.com/ target="_blank">www.mikebarden.com</A><BR></P> Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:21:11 +0000 Admin http://www.famousfiveband.com/feeds.php?name=comments&id=46 Simon http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/47/simon http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/47/simon <h1>Simon - Lead & backing vocals, rhythm guitar</h1>Thanks to a "satnav" for Christmas we hope to play in the same County as Simon from now on!  Ha!  Just our little joke - he has lost his way but has never missed a gig.  Simon has been filling dance floors for longer than most bands have been in existence and yet he still looks as youthful as he did back then (how does he do that?) Simon has played in many bands and brings a wealth of experience with him.  Rock'n'Roll, Soul, Motown, Disco, power ballads, classic and recent hits - you name it - Simon sings them all with an infectious enthusiasm.<br /> Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:21:11 +0000 Admin http://www.famousfiveband.com/feeds.php?name=comments&id=47 Garry http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/48/garry http://www.famousfiveband.com/view.php/article/48/garry <H1><SPAN lang=EN-GB style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 100%">Garry - Lead & Backing vocals, Keyboards, bass ... washboard ... anything ??</SPAN></SPAN></H1> <P><FONT face="Trebuchet MS"><SPAN lang=EN-GB style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 100%">A multi-instrumentalist with many years of experience in various musical genres. His musical career included membership of Hong Kong’s one time No.1 rock & roll band Eric & The Typhoons, the award winning Canadian folk-rock band Tater Vox and in the UK, a variety of rock bands based in SE England.  Known in the band as The Professor, Garry adds just the right blend of musicality - delicate strings, pounding R&R piano, some wicked Hammond organ and wicked humour - and all in the right places too!</SPAN></SPAN></FONT></P> Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:21:11 +0000 Admin http://www.famousfiveband.com/feeds.php?name=comments&id=48