The Beatles, Groove Armada, Billy Field, John Tavener, Vince Jones, Jack Johnson, Jamie Cullum, Frou Frou, The Cat Empire, Herbie Hancock, Harry Connick Jr, Stevie Wonder, Robbie Williams, Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, Tony Bennet, Peter Cincotti, Radio Head, Portishead, Mark Murphy, Oasis, Louis Armstrong, Jeff Buckley, Chet Baker, Jimmy Smith Maroon 5, Zero 7, John Rutter, Freddie Mercury (Queen).
Bill Parton Trio is a soul, r&b and funky lounge groove musical outfit built upon a very firm mainstream jazz roots performing both original material and covers where the overall product is of a very fresh, cool, smooth and contemporary nature. The band features William Parton (vocals & keyboards), Benjamin Harrison (bass) and Andrew Partington (drums).
HOW DID BILL PARTON TRIO FORM?
The three initially met in Year 8 together back in 2001 at Brighton Secondary School where all three were awarded Special Interest Music Scholarships.
Ironically, that year a 7-piece Dixieland band was formed of which all three lads were a part of where Andrew still played the Drums however Ben played the soprano Saxophone and William played the Banjo!
In 2003, the Dixieland band dispersed and consequential to that, a mainstream jazz trio was formed which was essentially the unofficial inception of Bill Parton Trio.
In 2006 three had graduated from secondary school is when things really started to begin and become somewhat more serious….
WHO DOES BILL PARTON TRIO SOUND LIKE?
Imagine…….
- the catchiness of The Beatles
- the smooth crooning of Sinatra
- the sentiment of Jeff Buckley
- the phrasing of Billy Field
- the cheekiness of Robbie Williams
- the soul of Ray Charles
- the funkiness of Stevie Wonder
- the abstract musicality of Radio Head
- the creativity of Louis Armstrong
- the contemporary and fresh style of Jamie Cullum
all fused together!
HIGHLIGHTS
- Live Performance with Australian Jazz Diva Marlene Richards – 18/03/2005
– Club 199 Friday Night Residency (Weekly) – 2006
- Woodstock Winery & Coterie – Sunday Afternoon Residency (Monthly) – 2006 / 2007 / 2008
- Music In The Gardens (Botanic Gardens) – 05/03/2006 with Marmalade Fiesta
- Live Performance with Ross Irwin & Carlo Barbaro (The Cat Empire) – 28/04/2006
- Official Launch: Holden Commodore – 15/08/2008
- National Dance Festival ‘Church City Blues’ – 28/10/2006 / 13/10/2007
- FAD Bar – Tuesday Night Residency (Weekly) – 2007
- Hilton Adelaide – Friday Evening Residency (Fortnightly) – 2007 / 2008
- ‘Sea & Vines’ Food & Wine Festival – 10/06/2007 with Matt Launer Quintet
- Housing Industry Association Awards – 13/10/2007
- Langhorne Creek Food & Wine Festival ‘Jazz On The Bremer’ – 04/10/2007 with Etype Jazz
- Grand Opening: HDS Retail Asia Pacific (SA Outlet - Adelaide Airport, Terminal 1) – 28/11/2008
- Esco Bar – Friday Night Residency (Monthly) – 2008
- ‘Cellar Door Sessions 2008’ Food & Wine Festival (Rymill Park) 19/01/2008 with New White Sneakers
WHAT LIES AHEAD FOR BILL PARTON TRIO?
With over 300 shows already under their belt, Bill Parton continues to constantly be on the road performing at Festivals, Entertainment Venues, Bars, Pubs, Clubs and Private Functions, the boys continue to play a prominent part in the live entertainment industry.
Despite having developed a reputable name for performing covers, Bill Parton Trio is very much an original band at heart and is where it’s sights are set in the long term.
The boys are currently working together with Producer Darren Mullan at LAB Studios where they’re putting down several tracks of which will eventuate to the release of their debut album. The album scheduled to be released in early 2009 followed by a national tour – be sure to keep your ears in tune!
Thanks for a great show at our wedding reception 9th May. The song selections were perfect and everyone really enjoyed having a dance. Great job. Cheers Sally and Ben. :-)
Transmission Presents: SUGAR ARMY & Harlequin League with Support from Fire! Santa Rosa Fire! & Transmission DJs this Saturday Mar 21st @ Fowlers Live.
Tickets are avaliable from Moshitx or at the Door if not Sold out. Doors open at 7pm.
It's Only 1 week until Transmission LIVE!'s 1st Anniversary Party (Friday March 27th) with ART VS SCIENCE, Killgirls and Billy Bishop goes to War, this one will be packed out all night. Doors Open from 9pm.
Hi BILL PARTON TRIO, Just thought we would let you know that we've added an extra date, The Old Clarendon Inn Satuday 20th December, to our Adelaide run (The Gov on the 18th & 19th). We're looking forward to working with Billy again (all the way from the UK) & presenting our best show ever... Hope to see you at one of the gigs! The ILZP
Hey guys, We're launching our album in Melbourne on 11th October and thought we'd let all our friends know. If its possible, come along. If not, please stop by our site and say hi. Hope all is going well. etype
Thanks for being a Friend of the Australian Songwriters Conference!
Our first annual ASC was a fantastic success and photos will be uploaded to our website soon. Information about the next conference in June 2009 is coming soon too!
I hope to see you next Queen's Birthday long weekend at the 2nd annual Australian Songwriters Conference!
ey bil...howz it goen?!! ...ey mr 1st year rep n other people frm law went me 2 organise a house party...for da last weeken bfor we get bak 2 uni...n i get a venue ...itz at stephz house...either a satty or a frizy...f ure up fo it let me no...k mwa...peace..xx
Cant even remember the last time i saw you butttt i moved to qld and back? Now i work at foodland doing front end management stuff... its okayish. Living at maslins, love the area.. hate the distane from EVERYTHING!
Hows things with you guys??? Whats been happenin??? Band seems to be doing well as was the last time i spoke to you!! :-)
hey its kim. Remember me!! Maria's friend. Whens your next gig and where??? I'm 18 this wednesday so i will finally be able to not feel gulity about underaged clubs lol. xx
Hiya, Yeah great to catch ya. Spoke with Annabell last night and gave her your card she said that she had your info but it's always best when another band bragges to the management hey! so reckon you should be up for a Wednesday or two I'll keep plugging ya. it always sucks when I have to drive I find the calling of beer to welcoming. Cheers Z
Submissions are now open For the hugely successful Bendigo Easter Fest April 08.. and The Newcastle Blues. and Roots Fest Oct 08... Please Forward a letter of submission to
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Closing Dates For submissions: Bendigo Easter Festival Thursday 31st Jan 2008. Newcastle Blues and Roots Festival Monday 30 th June 2008. Become an IMN member and relish in the rewards... for more details visit www.Independentmusos.com.au
wanted to let you know I'm moving departments here @ Hilton, no longer looking after the music! was going to mention it today on the phone but not sure if it was appropriate, they are still trying to find a replacement so not sure who's taking over my role as yet.... I'm moving into Catering Sales, organising functions and things, so can still recommend you guys for any dinners or conferences looking for entertainment!!
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