GARRY - is a well known face on the York music scene.
Having fronted numerous bands over the years since the late seventies
Garry demonstrates a wealth of experience on stage.
Bands that Garry has been involved with include Nerve Senta,
Watch with Mother, Life Support, Jackson Cage,
Stone Cold Sober and the Goosehorns to name but a few.
Garry is also a prolific songwriter
and has contributed songs to many band
albums during his career as a musician.
GAVIN - is probably best known for his part in the brilliant Blueflies.
His dynamic bass playing was first seen by this writer in a superb band called
Zoot and the
Roots where he worked alongside old friend, guitarist extraordinaire Miles
Gilderdale.
Surprisingly for most people Gavin has always been influenced by the band
Free
and is an avid fan of the great Andy Fraser. Gavin never drinks alcohol
these days and his mum always makes sure he is in bed by 9pm.
So now you know why Gavin is always reluctant to
play encores! But seriously folks the band are lucky to have such a
professional in the engine room.
JOHN - Recent addition to the band, having played with Garry before
in 'Overload'. John has always been a fan of Paul Rodgers especially the Bad
Co. days. John has been playing in bands around York for years and still
turns out for Invitro and PMT. Recreating the drumming of Simon Kirke in
Free Spirit is something John is relishing.
JOHN - who hails from Castleford, so impressed Garry with
his guitar playing that Garry suggested that they form a
Free / Bad Co. band which became Free Spirit.
John happily agreed although he still finds time to
front his own hometown band "Highway 49".
He has also had success with bands such as Challenger, Strange Brew and
Shades of Purple.
It has to be said that John's biggest influence
is the great Paul Kossoff. You don't need to be
a genius to spot that when you hear him play!
WAGGO - What can be said about this beer swilling Aussie and maestro of
the keys? He has played with many bands over the years and we are
pleased to have him playing with us on a regular basis. His talent and
vocal ability is what gives us the authentic Bad Co sound that has audiences
comimg back for more! He also likes the 'odd' beer......7,9,15 you get the
picture!
Hi all, Studio near complete. Its been a secret for a little while. So we will be open fingers crossed by Christmas. We are working with The Speakeasy Live Music Venue to bring you the best in the UK live recording solution with some of the worlds best studio gear. We are offering special rates for band wanting to be recorded live and we are now taking booking fro the studio from Jan 2010 NO DEPOSITS REQUIRED. Prices in the studio start at £120 per day for a 8 hour session. times can be arranged. we will even record through the night. Get in touch and we will come up with a package to suit your need. Special offer if booked now is 2 studio days at £120 and 1 free full day of mixing.
If today was the end of "live" music at the Duck & Drake, then it couldn't have gone out better than having the best "live" band in the business giving it a fantastic farewell, thanks fellers for making it special.
Hi everybody, just here to say our new RORY GALLAGHER HAWK BOOSTER is ready for shipping. Have a listen if you get a chance, All the best, Stevie Flynn.
Great Free Convention gig - yet again - I thought you were the highlight of it once more. Freeway were commendable in tackling early Free very well, but when it comees to the Paul Rodgers swagger - you win hands down!!! Looking forward to catching up with you guys this year - hopefully in the North-East or higher up in North Yorkshire. Keep the faith!
Thanks so much for adding Northern Rokk as a friend Hope to see you at one of our gigs soon We are also now on Facebook so check out the blog for details.
Crackin gig last night at Yardbirds Grimsby. Pity there was such a poor turn out. Its their loss anyway you were great again. Heres to the next time.Soon please.
Next time can we have some songs from the Muddy Waters album???
Hi everybody, just here to say a big thanks for all your support. The new workshop is well and truly up and running and the custom cabs are now available to order. All the best, Stevie Flynn.
Hi thanx for the add, GREAT gig on Sunday. The girls enjoyed it a little too much me thinks and paid the price on Monday. Ha Ha Keep up the good work. !!M!!
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Stunningly wonderful Gig on Sunday at Yardbirds in Grimsby. Great to talk to you all as well. Makes a change to see such down to earth geezers. Come back again SOON.
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