Tom Duffy- Lead Vocals/Drums,
James Lawley- Lead Guitar/Vocals,
Stu Baggaley- Bass Guitar/Vocals/silly dancing duties,
Tom Jackson- Keyboards/kazoo and tin whistle
http://www.reverbnation.com/astroband
Influences
Bob Marley, Fleetwood Mac, Hendrix, B.B.King, Peter Tosh, Neil Young, Roy!!
Sounds Like
"Despite picking out the opening slot of the heat this band set the standard for the night with their professionalism and glorious soundscape of tunes which you could dance to as well as listen to. They combine funk with Ska driven melodies and push in some pychadelic influences for good measure..."
YGG Unsigned, 2007
"Rather than just being another Indie band, this band offer people something a little different in their funky take on the music scene. They give the audience an uplift and an urge to dance, very listenable and cross over boundaries drawing people into their music..."
Tony H, Rockfest 24
Astroband formed in 2002. They are a four piece band comprising of Tom Duffy (drums/lead vocal), Stu baggaley (bass/vocal),Tom Jackson(keys) and Jim Lawley (guitar/vocal). All four members have been playing in bands in and around Manchester for many years.
It is hard to pin down the style of music that Astroband play. Their tight but loose jamming style hints backwards to the roots of their past, whilst keeping one eye firmly on the present with songs like ‘My Hell Above’, a raucous and catchy ska driven rocker. The eclectic leanings of Astroband are a result of the members experiences and influences.
Astroband were successful in reaching the final of Revolution F.M’s ‘The Next Big Thing’ competition in 2004. The judges on the night commented that their song ‘Too Soon’ would be a number one hit if it were released tomorrow.?The band have also had rave reviews of their song ‘My Hell Above’ with Revolution F.M’s Clint Boon describing it as a classic. Wythenshawe F.M. have also featured Astroband on several of their programmes.They have two television appearances to date, twice having been featured on Channel M .The group were finalists in the 2007 Young Gifted and Green competition
Hi, Just wanted to say a big thank you for coming down to play over the weekend. We really do appreciate your support...we are still counting all the pennies that were donated!
Wishing you a very “Happy Christmas” and a very happy Rockin’ “New Year” I would like to thank you for your support this year in getting this site Up and running And I will continue in 2008 in both getting more North West support to one and all Please keep us updated of any news regarding youselves…. And opportunities for others too. Including merchandise for sale and gigs and gig support slots and gig openings With Much love ~Kaz~ Site Owner
WELCOME - So nice to have you on board, Hopefully this will be like a kinda North-west, meeting lounge where you can meet other local bands/artists and see what venues are on offer to us all Please also recommend this site to your friends that are in the North-west Let us know of any decent venues too……… And please make sure you make good use of the Blog page too – it does get looked at on a regular basis too What we want here is promo with some added fun too ~Kaz~ xx (Site Owner)
That set tonight was something else lads. the fucking bollocks. the instrumental you did, fucking ace. And playing the rock n roll for the oldies was top. Jim, give us a msg with your number, i'd love to have a wee lesson/jam with you if you fancy it mate.
Hey guys sorry i miseed you at the crown i had to shoot off and i really wanted to see yas. Hope all is going well hope to see you guys play again soon. ROB
