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Richard Dobney
Blues / Jazz / Acoustic

"Life is hard - and then you die........"



London and South East
United Kingdom

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Member Since5/27/2007
Band MembersTrack 1 is from Blueye Jack's (see their myspace) first album featuring the Mearing brothers, Paul, Tony and Steve plus Trevor the trumpet (Soul Traders) Track 2 cover of "The Pusher" is from a live radio show hosted by Tim Aves. Owen Barry (Rockin' Armadillos, PurpleMelon) turned up and played that amazing guitar off the cuff. Other band members were Richard Pavitt, Tony Mearing (Texas Thunder), Jasper Scott and Malcom Buckland (Soul Traders, The Untouchables). Sound engineered by Pete Crisp. Track 3 is Blueye Jacks plus superb percussionist Lester Osborne. Track 4 Is the first incarnation of the Richard Dobney Band featuring Adrian Shaw (Stevie King's Blue Cats) and John Culleton plus Ray Bartrip (Bad Town Blues, B2B) on Hammond. Unfortunately Blueye Jacks is currently dormant however I know we will play again some day. People I play live with now:- Hot Hob House Band:- Claire Black (Bass/Vocs), John Edmonds (Guitar/Vocs), Ray Bartrip (Keyboards/Vocs), Andy Lomath (Drums) Trio:- Len Kemp (Double Bass/Vocs), Nick Smith (Drums) - which sometimes, expands to a quartet with the addition of Greg Camburn (Sax/Vocs). I have also played Trio type gigs with Claire on Bass and Paul Booth on Drums, again with expansion to a quartet with John Edmonds on Guitar or Greg on Sax. I also play from time to time with Paul Cook, a true blues man, who's enthusiasm for the blues is boundless. I'd like to play more with Jon Jay (JJ Blues Experience) because not only is he is a great player but most importantly he is a lovely fellow as is Jerry Spangles, another occasional colleague - a right pair of diamonds!
InfluencesJimi Hendrix, The Kings Three.................Albert, B.B. and Freddie, Albert Collins, Johhny Guitar Watson, Eric Clapton, Stevie Wonder, George Benson, Steely Dan............. and more lately Chris Cain, Ronnie Earl plus all the jazz greats................the list is endless really!
Sounds LikeHere's me singing live with my beloved Hot Hob House Band. The song is written by me and is called "Roll of the Dice", being taken from life's experience (mine unfortunately!). As usual I cock up my guitar solo and as usual John Edmonds is note perfect! Claire sounds so good and she's really into the music, which is nice. She looks great too! Andy, well, he's like a metronome ticking away like a goodun'. Missing from the video due to recovery from illness is one of the finest keyboard players known to man, Ray Bartrip. They're all great musicians and I love 'em................................ Roll of The Dice
.........and this is a video of me playing a cover, Stormy Monday, with jammers at the Hot Hob - Gary (Drums). Fergie (Bass), Mark (Harp) - for some reason he insisted playing off the floor! Also young James (Guitar) who joined in halfway through the song! It's like juggling ten balls and performing at the same time - great stuff!..... Stormy Monday
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May 17 2009 7:00P
Barhouse Chelmsford Chelmsford, East
May 30 2009 8:00P
The Waiting Rooms, Palmers Green London, London and South East

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Jamie Williams





Jun 24 2009 9:48 PM

Hi Richard,
Hope you're ok mate.
Would love to get my hands on one of your cd's when it comes out.
Plus missing you're awesome voice,
great songs and the lovely feel in your guitar playing.
Plus you're a great bloke too !
All the very best
Jamie.
Davida





Jun 12 2009 9:21 PM

Sawadee Richard!!

Echoing big bro's sentiment.

How's it all going??

D xxx
The spangles gang





Jun 10 2009 11:39 PM

Hi mate, we missing you already!!!!
Cathy Meldrum Lyricist





Jun 2 2009 12:49 AM

Hi Richard, Well I made it, I got here safe and sound and am having a fantastic time.
Take care
Cathy
Di Billinghurst





Jun 1 2009 5:22 PM

Hey... take care Richard...hope all works out ok....keep in touch!
diane x
Strider





May 31 2009 11:58 AM

Hi Richard...It was great to see you last night at Waiting Rooms. Thanks once again for letting Jack use your guitar. Its becoming a bit of a habit! Safe Journey on Sunday and good luck for your new life. Stay in touch. Garry and Jack
The Arts Network





May 16 2009 10:34 PM

Hi Richard

Thanks for your kind comments. Looking forward to the Fling tomorrow. More live music in Chelmsford - Great stuff!!

Best wishes
Karen
J.SPANGLES





May 16 2009 5:40 PM

Hi Rich,just listened to the pusher with headphones on.... f....ing blinding version mate guitar is awsome!
ps excellent night with the gang ,jerry
Matt Herbert & The Heavy Hitters





May 13 2009 7:31 AM

thank you very much ! nice to see you too really great songs i know one was a cover but it was awesome very well done! a pleasure to listen too!
Windmill Music Club





May 12 2009 8:51 PM

Hi Richard.
Thanks so much for coming along to The Windmill Club last night. I loved you songs. I am now a blues convert!
Hope to see you again.
Lotsa love
Jane x
Kris Dollimore





May 10 2009 11:45 AM

Hi Richard, thanks for the kind comment, really enjoyed your set too.
All the very best and hope to see you soon.

Cheers

Kris
Sophia Perruzza





May 8 2009 2:45 PM

Hi!!
Thanks for the add!
Best Wishes,
Soph
Lucy Lawson





May 6 2009 2:19 PM

Hello Richard!!
We have been invited back to The Railway Hotel for another evening of our smooth acoustic covers.
From Dionne Warwick, Michael Jackson to Kings of Leon and The Cure, theres always a tune that you will reconise or perhaps a song you have never heard played acoustically or sung by a female!!
The Railway Hotel is a welcoming venue and has some friendly locals who love a good sing-song and dance.
So please come down and enjoy yourself!
We would love to see you there. :)

Lucy Lawson
John Edmonds





May 3 2009 9:24 PM

Thanks for those kind words. The Essex blues scene will miss your incredible vocals and your fine guitar.
In the mean time the jam is in good hands, awaiting your return :) Have a great time in Thailand.

Windmill Music Club





May 3 2009 6:36 PM

Hey Richard.
Just wanted to say that I'm gonna miss you in & around these music parts! You are such a great support of music locally & contribute so much to us all! Things won't be the same without you & your FABULOUS blues. If I can eek one more performance out of you before you go then it'd be great to see you at St Annes on the 5th or The Windmill on the 11th!
I really wish you luck in everything & hope that you will come back soon.
Lotsa love & huge amounts of best wishes
from Jane xxx
claire





May 2 2009 9:50 AM

Hi Richard the feelings are mutual. I'm sure things will go very well for you. I'm missing you already. I have learnt a lot working with you, enjoyed your music and friendship many good laughs and memories to keep. So thank you for asking me to Jam with you It has helped me in many ways. Will keep in touch and im saving the air fare for our next Jam. All the very best Claire x
Greg





May 2 2009 12:46 AM

Top Muso Richard.......Will be sadly missed, yet I am sure you'll have a great time. If I can ever get out to you....get the blues jam up and runnin'
Greg
Davida





Apr 30 2009 8:23 PM

Lsat nights turn out was evidence of how well respected and liked you are.

You have always been so positive and encouraging Richard. I wish you much happiness and contentment in whatever you do.

Come back and visit us soon!

D xx
Nick S Drum





Apr 30 2009 7:58 PM

Went out with a bang last night, I thought!

Thanks for eveything over the past 18 months or so, it's been an honour and a privelege playing with you.

Take care,
Nick
Di Billinghurst





Apr 30 2009 1:36 AM

Sending you good Karma, Richard.... I thank you for all the support and encouragement you have given me and for your friendship...please keep in touch, I will miss you!
diane x
Dirk the Daring





Apr 29 2009 9:52 PM

will miss ya ricardo axe master! take care and keep lighting the way wherever you go pal ; )
Ralph Littlejohn





Apr 27 2009 11:09 PM

Hi Richard. Thanks for all the great times at the Tuesday jams over the last year, and good luck.
Cheers Ralph
darklights





Apr 26 2009 2:23 PM

Hi Richard

Thank you so much for gracing us with your wonderful presence, talent, and smoulderingly sexy voice last night at waiting rooms.

You are soooo gonna be missed!

D & J x
Di Billinghurst





Apr 26 2009 9:43 AM

aha!...Sir Richard's farewell gig went off in style!
Good eh?
di x
The Lizzie B Experience July 24 ~ TDF plus guests





Apr 20 2009 2:59 PM

Hielloooooooooooo

Wonderfull set as always at St Anne's

I am at the Millbeach on Thursday 30th for the headline.

:) see you before you go. xx Lizzie
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