Tony King - Writer, Lead singer, Trumpet/
John Bickersteth - Keyboards/
Matt Exelby - Guitar/
Dave Greenaway - Bass/
Nick McCleod - Drums/
Matt Pharaoh - Congas/
Dare Mason - Producer.
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Influences
Big funk bands of the 70's like Earth Wind and Fire, Tower of Power etc....Also
Simply Red,
Santana,
George Micheal,
Stevie Wonder,
James Brown,
Luther Vandros,
Stan Kenton,
Hank Leevee,
Count Basie,
Duke Ellington,
Roy & Lyn King,
Mahler,
Mozart,
Dave Tyas,
The Afro Celts,
Elvis Presley,
The Beatles,
Maynard Ferguson,
Ake Personne,
Bernard Scaife,
Frank Slater,
Frank Sinatra,
Louis Armstrong,
Nat King Cole,
Bobby Darrin,
Groove Armada
Sounds Like
A great listen (HEAR THE WHOLE ALBUM AT THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE, ITUNES, CDBABY AND TONS OF OTHER SITES)!!!!
Demonstrating true longevity within the music and entertainment industry,Tony King has been on the scene for over 24 years now.Tony has appeared regularly on uk Television over the last 10 years, appearing on channels BBC1,CH 4, ITV, and CH 5. He has also had his own 1 hr special TV show on sky tv called 'In The Club'. Most recently, TK appeared on Saturday night primetime BBC1 with Graham Norton and Sophie Ellis Bextor,and was seen in a starring role for a major series for CH 4 called 'Wakey Wakey', and recently performed in front of H.R.H. Princess Anne.He has travelled the globe, performing in some of the worlds finest theatres, clubs, venues, Hotels and cruise ships. .T.K. has worked with some great musicians,bands & performers, including Joss Stone,The Four Tops,The Drifters,The Real Thing,Brotherhood of Man,Jethro,Edwin Star,Alan Carr,Graham Norton,The Searchers,Tony Hadley, etc... TK is a highly accomplished and experienced entertainer, performer,comedian,presenter and songwriter, and has remained purposefully independent of record / publishing and management deals since 2004. TK has been writing commercial music and lyrics for some years but only decided to release his first album of his own material in 2005. A seasoned performer for all his adult life, His vocal ability, musicianship, humour, and passion show that Tony’s ability to work any audience is something that has afforded his reputation to build within the music and entertainment industry. He has charisma, is handsome,sexy and his performance skills make him an ideal front man for his own music.. From funky grooves, to catchy hooks, from chill out to rock and commercial dance, and you will undoubtedly select your favourites!
*** THE BAND ***
The T.K. CONNECTION is made up of some of the finest musicians from Cornwall (uk). The band released their album 'A Different Face' in 2005 which continues to create a stir on both the local and international music scene with its seriously seductive mix of original commercial funk, latin, rock, ballads and swing.
Singer/songwriter and front man for the 8 – 12 piece outfit, Tony King put the band together during the spring of 2004 and after a hectic schedule of rehersals the original band went into the studio to record their debut EP (The spicy prawns of Mr. Kong) shortly after which the band were invited by the famous Cornwall funk stronghold, Bosuns Nightclub in Penzance to play their well remembered debut gig.
Producer of the EP, Dare Mason of the VIP Lounge, was so impressed with the material and the performance he agreed to produce the new album 'A Different Face'
Since 2004 The T.K. CONNECTION have been invited to perform at The Eden Project, Crystal Palace Stadium, The RAF Christmas Ball and on CH4 television. Tracks from the album are played regularly on both BBC and national commercial FM radio stations in the uk and abroad, as well as nightclubs both in the UK and overseas. Whenever the band have played their live show, the crowd reaction has been tremendous, and the band now has fans and has sold music as far afield as the U.S.A, Australia, Norway, Mexico,Thailand, Eastern Europe,Sweden, and Iceland!
TONY KING & The T.K. CONNECTION remain independent, and free of any deals.
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Dear Tony, your music is so great now, i am out of space listening to you....wow...could'nt be better. Norway soon? i live in Tønsberg by the airport............schuchhh and you are here:-)kisses. love Liz
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Hey =) its me =) Its been forever since we've talked, how are you hun? Time sure has flown...I hope you are enjoying every minute =) Love & Light, Sandi
Thanks a lot for the add, aappreciate what I'm hearing. Am hoping all is going well with you & that the rest of your week goes great too .. Cheers ... Mitch x
Best wishes from Devils Creek - Glad to have you as a friend here on myspace. The great thing about myspace is that you can link up with kindred spirits!.
"Here's something a bit different. These guys are heavily influenced by Rory Gallagher, Status Quo and early 70's British bluesy hard rock. They've got a great groove in the rhythm section, a fine guitarist in Guy Rosewall, and their album 'Bullfrog Blues' is recommended! The album includes a rockin' take on Rory's "Seven Days". Definitely not another SRV clone"
"The band is driven beautifully by Terry Brown on drums and Tim Chapple on bass, the latter laying down a stomping beat on every number.......... on the showing of this album I would strongly recommend them" (Ian McKenzie - Blues In The South).
ROCKING THE BLUES WITH A SLEDGEHAMMER GROOVE – THIS ENGLISH TRIO TAKE THE RORY GALLAGHER / HENDRIX BLUEPRINT AND BRING IT KICKING AND SCREAMING TO A TOWN NEAR YOU.
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