Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings

bill wyman's rhythm kings

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Date

19th Nov 2009

Event Description

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings
2009 UK Tour Announced

Rock and roll icon, author, restaurateur, - legendary former Rolling Stones bassist BILL WYMAN has seen it all and continues to live life to the full. For over thirty years he was part of the best rock n roll band in the world.

His latest musical rebirth as the driving force behind the fabulous Rhythm Kings sees him return to his musical roots. This set of virtuoso musicians superbly bring back to life the kind of classic rhythm and blues that first inspired Wyman to pick up the guitar as a teenager. A show imbued with absolute quality.

"The whole idea behind the band was to play music that we love and I think you can hear and feel that on our records. Playing live, doing gigs, means everybody in the band does it for the same reasons as I do; to have a good time and send the crowd home with smiles on their faces" says Wyman.

Joining him on his 32 date UK tour are the legendary musicians;

Albert Lee, whos lightning-fast speed has earned him a reputation as the guitarist's guitarist, also known as Mr Telecaster.

Georgie Fame, rhythm and blues,jazz singer and keyboard player, who released hit records in the 60s such as: 'I Love My Dog','The Ballad of Bonnie','Clyde','Yeh Yeh','Get Away'

Frank Mead, saxophonist, has played alongside Blues legends BB King, Albert Collins, Jimmy Rogers and Otis Rush. Appeared on records with the likes ofPaul McCartney, Squeeze and Manfred Mann.

Geraint Watkins, the legendary Rock and Roll, Boogie and Blues pianist that has given his skills to some of the biggest names in music during his 30 year plus career on both piano and accordion. From Van Morrison, Carl Perkins to Sir Paul McCartney.

Terry Taylor on guitar, ex Tuckey Buzzard and The Arrows.

Graham Broad, on drums, who has worked with artists including Roger Waters, Tina Turner and The Beach Boys.

Nick Payn on sax and Frank Mead on sax alto/horns from Gary Moores band.

Beverley Skeete, who has been the featured Vocalist with Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings since the band's Formation in 1997 and has also recorded with acts ranging from Robbie Williams to Elton John.

Date: 19th November 2009
Doors : 7.30pm
Price : £24.50

Available from www.ticketmaster.co.uk
Third Base Records, Chapel Street, Dunfermline, 01383 722554
Theatre Box Office, opening hours 9am to 4pm.