The Hammond organ is one of the most exciting sounds in jazz. This dynamic band explores the jazz organ genre to the full. Soul, gospel, funk, and samba are all part of the mix. Tunes by Mose Allison, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Rufus Thomas, Gil Scott-Heron and a number of accessible original tunes, all form part of an eclectic and imaginative repertoire. Gigs this year include The Yardbird Suite - Leeds, Teeside Festival, Hartlepool Festival, a season at Newcastle Arts Centre, Birmingham international jazz festival, Ronnie Scott's Club Birmingham and supporting Georgie Fame at the Purple Onion Stockton. Gerry and Paul played in the house band for new Tyne Tees TV "Docter Rock Show'. Gerry Richardson's unique approach to the huge, immediate sound of the Hammond, combined with Garry Linsley's soulful saxophone and Paul Smith's consummate drumming makes the band sound much bigger than a trio! New CD. Available in November.

Gerry Richardson - Organ - Bass pedals and Vocals   

Gerry is a highly accomplished musician and composer. He has a wealth of experience in both jazz and rock, which is brought to an exciting and innovative fusion in this latest venture. His big gigs include work with The Police, Billy Ocean, Guy Barker, Chris Hunter, Carol Grimes , John Miles and Ian Shaw. He played organ on Sting's 1996 single 'Let Your Soul Be Your Pilot.'

Garry Linsley - Saxophone - Percussion

Garry is one of the North East's most versatile and skilled saxophonists. He has been playing for 15 years locally, nationally, and internationally with bands such as Red Music, Junco Partners and Chairman Mo's Blues Party.

Paul Smith - Drums - Percussion   

Paul is probably the drummer in the North. He is at home in any style and master of the groove. He's worked with almost everybody This is just a small sample: Jimmy Witherspoon, Echo and the Bunnymen, Art Farmer, Kathryn Tickell, Harry 'Sweets 'Edison, Jimmy Nail, Martin Stephenson, Jim Mullen, and Alan Clark (Dire Straits).

contact: 01661 872822 - gerryrichardson1@aol.com

www.gerryrichardson.com

Sound Clip

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