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Neil Gordon
Swing / Jazz

Neil Gordon, swing & big band vocalist



Royston, Hertfordshire
United Kingdom

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Last Login:  11/11/2009
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Member Since1/16/2007
Band Websitewww.neilgordon.net
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The Rat Pack's Back - You Make Me Feel So Young



The Rat Pack's Back - My Way



The Rat Pack's Back - Come Fly With Me

InfluencesFrank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jnr, Tony Bennett, Matt Monroe, Buddy Greco, Nat 'King' Cole, Kurt Elling, Jon Hendricks, Mark Murphy, Annie Ross, Eddie Jefferson, Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Stan Kenton, Oscar Peterson, Chet Baker, Miles Davis, Dizzy Gillespie, Dexter Gordon, Charlie Parker, Coleman Hawkins, Tubby Hayes, Slide Hampton, Charlie Hayden, Lionel Hampton + many more
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   About Neil Gordon
Neil's singing career has seen him travel throughout the UK and Europe and as far afield as Singapore and Taipei. He has recreated the sounds of Sinatra and the swing era in countless concerts and corporate events. He has worked with many UK swing bands bands including The London Swing Orchestra, The Rat Pack Big Band, The Opus One Big Band, The Barry Robinson Big Band, Swing City, The Kings of Swing, The Big Swing, The Pasadena Roof Orchestra and The Rat Pack's Back.

Neil originally trained as an actor at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (R.A.D.A.). His West End credits include Detective Sergeant Trotter in 'The Mousetrap' at the St. Martin's Theatre and Micky Johnstone in 'Blood Brothers' at the Phoenix Theatre. Neil has extensively toured U.K. and European theatres singing Frank Sinatra classics in 'Kings of Swing' for Calibre Productions and 'Legends of Swing' for Theatre Productions, playing the young Frank Sinatra in 'Lanza-The Last Serenade' and most recently as Frank Sinatra in the European tour of 'The Rat Pack - Live from Las Vegas'.

Other theatre credits include Bert Healy / Drake the Butler in 'Annie' at Perth Repertory Theatre; Taff Owen in 'No Trams to Lime Street' at the Liverpool Playhouse; 2nd Lieutenant Truly in 'Conduct Unbecoming' for Armada Productions and Terry in 'Electric Lipstick' for AT Productions.

Neil lives in Hertfordshire with his wife, musical theatre actress, Lynsey Britton.

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Carl Beluga and his orchestra

Carl Beluga and his orchestra



Mar 11 2009 10:40 PM

Hi Neil

I wanted to let you know I started my own label, first release is...me...go figure...
Please check it out, listen, leave a comment, get a copy...


Let me know what you think

Carl
Miranda (Midge)

Miranda (Midge)



Jan 18 2008 9:34 PM

Hey you. Just noticed that you have Brydon's old myspace up there as one of your favourites.....with our cat! How funny is that. He has a new one so get that one up there if you have a spare moment amongst the madness. Hope you're doing well. Fingers crossed and much love for the baby arrival xx Midge
karen

karen



Dec 27 2007 1:31 PM

Neil love love your voice and your music. Thankyou so so much for being my new friend. HUGS
Miranda (Midge)

Miranda (Midge)



Dec 14 2007 11:46 PM

Wow this chick is gorgeous when did myspace start allowing pics like that though.

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfmfuseaction=user.viewprofile=190987
Brydon Stace

Brydon Stace



Aug 27 2007 6:19 AM

Yo Swing God,

I've never met a "Swinger" like you!
Greivsy

Chris Greive



Aug 9 2007 10:46 AM

You're in!!! Awesome work brother. I can't quite see that you fitted the snorkel correctly from that pic...can you possibly do a "from behind" shot. Later. C
The Big Jazz, Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

The Big Jazz, Rhythm & Blues Orchestra



Jul 25 2007 9:36 AM

Thanks for adding us as a Friend!

Perhaps you could sing with the band in the future?

Regards,

Bop2Bossa
Clare Wheeler Quintet

Clare Wheeler Quintet



Jul 6 2007 4:09 PM

Hey Neil, thanks for making friends, I hope you liked the music on my page. Unfortunately I can't get my speakers working on my computer at the moment, so I'll have to pop back another time to have a listen.

All the best,

Clare x
Simon Walters

Simon Walters



Jul 2 2007 5:43 PM

Thx for comment - could I ever be a stranger ?!

Keep on swinging! I'm just about to warm up for unadulterated variety on Bournemouth Pier then will get back to swinging meself ! As it were :)
Emily

Emily



Jul 2 2007 5:12 PM

hey!!!how u doin???im still rat packing im afraid two weeks left of the tour then FREEDOM!!!!!auditionin at the mo for other stuff!!! hope ur alright?!? x
Ness

Ness



Jun 11 2007 10:35 PM

Hello! How are you? Hope it's all going well. Send my love to your lovely wife. What's new for you? Xxxxxxxxxxxx
Atila

Atila



May 27 2007 1:44 AM

hey buddy. nice advert..lol! never thought you were the chanel hand bag type of guy..haha! im guessing you didnt send me that which means someone has your account password and is writting comments using your profile. all you need to do is change your password. hope you're well pally!

see ya
Vicki Goddard UK Soul and Motown Singer

Vicki Goddard



May 19 2007 1:52 PM

Hey Neil....you didn't waste time!
Love the tracks....see you soon x
Robert Jeromes Official SwingSpace

Robert Jeromes Official SwingSpace



May 11 2007 1:23 PM

Hi Neil, thanks for the myspace friendship, much appreciated. Brilliant singing in true Sinatra style, and excellent musical accompanyment. Best wishes, Robert Jerome
marc

marc



Apr 27 2007 1:36 PM

cheers mate.....i shall have a drink 4 u....<snigger>...
hope u hav a good gig
ScherwingProductions

ScherwingProductions



Apr 25 2007 3:58 PM

Thanks for the kind words. Now if we could only afford the champagne to crash against her hull!
Will Lambrusco do?
NeWt ;¬# ;¬( ;¬+

NeWt  ;¬# ;¬( ;¬+



Apr 13 2007 11:51 PM

Maaatttee! Hope the solo Whisky Club peformance went well. I have starred in that picture a few times myself. Don't worry though, it's are-run of an earlier episode...and how sweet those early episode's were! Later. Greivsy via NeWt
Gary Williams

Gary Williams



Apr 2 2007 6:22 PM

So... how was the big, posh, chavvy party? Good job you didn't take your mum - he'd have had her!!
Mac

Mac



Feb 26 2007 9:15 AM

Hi Neil

That's a great swing voice. It's got warmth.

'Thank you for being a friend'.

Warm regards

MAC
Jason

Jason



Feb 21 2007 3:37 PM

Great gig last night neil! dyu think you could find your way into the Newyork Newyork kick line next time. Tell you what you can stand where George Michael usually stands!
Al Drayson

Al Drayson



Feb 19 2007 1:18 PM

Hi Neil,

Great voice, a great tribute to ol' blue eyes himself. If I could achieve a fraction of what you have on the swing front that would make me a very happy guy! Keep up the great work and thanks for the add!

Cheers Al.
Greivsy

Chris Greive



Feb 19 2007 1:44 AM

Dad...thanks for the call earlier. Good to chat & thanks for chasing my space. Bit sad not to see The Whisky Club in ya influences...but there ya go ay ;-) It's still influencing me...I tell ya! Onwards & Upwards. Peace. Greisvy
marc

marc



Feb 15 2007 10:43 PM

sorry i missed u mate......i had to do "waiters"
Debby-Pianist & Entertainer

Debby Bacon



Feb 2 2007 4:25 PM

We'll try and look you up on our next adventure over to U.K.
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Cheers and ALL my Best! Debby
Anna Brooks Quintet

Anna Brooks Quintet



Jan 30 2007 10:44 PM

Hey Neil, good to see you out here! No doubt see you soon - take it easy x
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