George Jones, Ray Price, Charlie Rich, Conway Twitty, Lefty Frizzell, Willie Nelson, Louis Jordan, Chuck Berry, Cornell Hurd...I'm really grateful for all the great singers and pickers who have informed my music over the years, but these guys in particular stand out.
I have set up this profile to keep track of all my various music projects!
Latest of these is BJ, Gareth and Deke: a trio with Pedal Steel Guitar Genius BJ Cole and Deke Martin on upright bass.
a musical collaboration that draws on Blue Eyed Soul, Swinging Jazz, Searing Swamp Blues, Up-Town Country and Haunting Balladry
BJ Cole has taken the Pedal Steel Guitar to unfamiliar places in his work with artists as diverse as Devon Sproule, Luke Vibert, Solal, Elton John, Emmylou Harris, Western Swing supremos Los Pistoleros and classical cellist Emily Burridge.
Gareth and BJ are joined on Double Bass by Deke Martin; Upright and Electric bass player with Too Country, and much in demand for session and live work.
Venues we have played or are playing soon include The Luminaire, the Notting Hill Arts Club, What’s Cookin’, The Golden Lion in Camden, The Green Note, The Millfield Theatre the Zebra Bar.
Our repertoire is an eclectic mix of neatly crafted original songs, deliciously obscure covers and alternative takes on songs you thought you knew…
I also front the finest damn country band in the whole damn country-
Too DAMN Country
Born to play the dance halls and skull orchards of Texas, but stranded in the UK, Too DAMN Country kick ass like a Saturday night at the Continental club!
Our line-up includes some of the shit-kickin-est pickers on the planet!!!
Harley Dave - Guitar
Deke Martin - Bass
Chris Senner - Pedal Steel Guitar
Bradford C. Gross - Drums.
I also sing solo, with just my ol' geetar for company.
If you want to book any of the above, or require more information, just send me a message!
THE HONKY-TONK MERRY GO ROUND starring John Miller and his Country Casuals with special guest Tom Armstrong (USA)
Friday 23rd May - GLASGOW - Accies Club Saturday 24th May - NEWCASTLE - The Tyne Bar Sunday 25th May - BRIGHTON - Honky Tonk Hayride 3 at Hector's House Tuesday 27th May - TSCHUGG, Switzerland - Muhlekeller Wednesday 28th May - MUNICH, Germany - Rattlesnake Saloon Thursday 29th May - COLMAR, France - Le Grillen Friday 30th May - DEVENTER, Holland - Het Burgerweeshuis Saturday 31st May - LONDON - What's Cookin' @ The Sheepwalk Sunday 1st June - LONDON - Honky Tonkin' Sunday @ The Golden Lion
Welcome to House of Mercy radio........I reckon we should confirm that session soon so we can air you and BJ Cole on the 26th Jan live radio without a parachute, we just fly.......Barry
This Saturday 15th Dec:
Hillbilly Hop! Christmas special.
1st band on 10pm (early arrival appreciated).
pre booking available:
http://www.wegottickets.com/event/24600
It Burns When I Pee Episode #10 Featuring Joe Buck & Christoph Mueller
Release Date 12/7/07 at Section86.com
Lucky for you, we don't care if you have been naughty or nice! As the holiday season approaches, the folks at It Burns When I Pee get an early start handing out gifts to all their loyal fans. With their 10th episode, Blake and the crew bring you a double interview show! Joe Buck, from Hank III's Damn Band, kicks things off and talks shop with Blake about everything from his outs with The Legendary Shack Shakers to why Nashville is the way it is today. In the 2nd interview artist Christoph Mueller (from Germany) talks about his love of REAL country music and about some of the projects he is currently working on. These are two don't miss interviews. Cheyenne helps stuff fans stocking with tons of great music from folks like Creech Holler, Slackeye Slim, Honky Tonk Special, Justin Otto, and much more. And if you look behind the tree I am sure you will find a couple other surprise gifts as well. Come join It Burns When I Pee for another inappropriate walk through real country music... leave the fruitcake at home through because It Burns When I Pee is serving up their biggest giveaway yet! You know as well as I do that the in-laws are going to get on your nerves so DOWNLOAD the show, lock yourself in the bathroom, and wrap your hands around.... IT BURNS WHEN I PEE!
Hey Gareth - I came looking to hear your new song -- but good ol' myspace's audio player seems to be down...I promise I will return. Looking forward to hearing your new creation! :)
Bigups and blessings for the add and for being a friend at ReggaeTrain.com May the music and the message inspire you to new creative heights. So keep spreadin' those awesome vibes.
Well my friend from across the pond, I was surprised to see you walk into our gig tonight. It t'was a pleasure to meet you, and even more a pleasure to hear you. BFD was honored you sang one of his songs, and you did a magnificent job of it. Take care and enjoy the rest of your stay.
Howdy from TEXAS! Thanks for the add...again! =) I love your music and I hope that you enjoy much success from it...you deserve it!!
Stop by sometime and leave a comment if you get a min!
Leighan
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