Campbell-Ruddock are a latin guitar duo with a difference. Energy, passion and a lust for rhythm are high on the agenda. Able to engage and hypnotise any audience with intrinsic rhythms, melody and dynamic harmony’s. Together they have been described as “Unbelievable” and as a “Raw talent”. Campbell-Ruddock seem capable of anything - new, exciting and fresh. Drawing on music at large, bringing an eclectic and striking take on the term "new music".
James Campbell started his musical career as a drummer, playing in bands since the age of 12. He wanted more and started to learn guitar. He has supported many acts, including Dave Stuart, Judy Tzuke and Tony Moore amongst others, both as a solo artist, and as a member of several bands. He has always been fascinated with intrinsic and distinctive rhythm patterns, which has lead to him becoming immersed in learning the technique and rhythms of Latin guitar. This is synonymous with recent performances in the south west, where he is known for his distinct and distinguished style.
John Ruddock has been playing music since the age of 8, starting as a classical guitarist. He later took up the cello and djembe and has performed professionally in youth orchestras, string quartet’s, and his African drumming group supported Zairian folk guitarist Abdul Teejay among other world music artists. He has played guitar in various outfits covering numerous genres, and has studied popular music to degree level.
After meeting through work the two decided to share a drink and play a few tunes, and over time developed in to a writing and performing act, that play their own brand of Latin fuelled soothing, moving songs, that produce great clarity and tone: an act not to be missed.
Hey, just to let you know we have uploaded tracks from Ali's new solo album Flying High to his myspace, come by and let us know what you think or if you want to pre order you can get it on his myspace page.
Ali will be on tour in the UK from June 19th – July 4th come and see him and his new band live – they are tearing it up, round the country with a great party vibe!
Big Love Ali's Team x
New CD: RIPE - THE DIXIE BEE-LINERS' highly anticipated sophomore release, produced by Bil VornDick (Bob Dylan, Alison Krauss, Ralph Stanley) for Pinecastle Records, featuring the #1 single "Down on The Crooked Road."
This years festival is headlined by Billy Bragg (Friday), Seth Lakeman (Sunday) and Peatbog Faeries (Saturday) with many more top artists also performing.
Hello my lovely's long time no see, i've tried to send a personal message but it's not working on your page! Would you like a slot at The Old Bath Arms on 26th Feb, could you please let me know asap.
CLUB INTEGRAL on Friday 30th January 2009 - 8.00 PM until late. At THE CANTERBURY ARMS, Canterbury Crescent, Brixton SW9 - two minutes from Brixton tube station.
Entry: £5 before 9.00 PM, £7.00 after.
Featuring music from: Trumpet and beats duo LOOP ELLINGTON Avant-garde wayfarers KOBAYASHI Australian folk chansonniers THE DOOMED BIRD OF PROVIDENCE. + a special guest to be announced.
With projections from JAIME RORY LUCY of RUCKSACK CINEMA DJs CHRIS CORNETTO and KARINA TOWSEND (Chalkwell Ladies).
