Introducing new RTYD member, Kent singer/guitarist, Sonny Lane

Sonny's ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP page

Sonny's website

Introducing Powerhouse Studios, nr. Addlestone Surrey

"We are a studio who prides itself on looking after our customers. We have experienced sound engineers and competitive rates" - new RTYD Member Stuart Carter

Introducing London's Mingus Elastic Band

A ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-WELCOME to London's Mingus Elastic Band. Can't find a helluva lot about them on the internet, or on their ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP profile page, but listening to them on DeadSpace they sound like are a very good acoustic blues/country band, that is led by vocalist/guitarist and songwriter, Tony Mingus. They play regularly around London, and the rest of the band lines up as follows: Dian - Vocals / Percussion. Mitch - Mandolin / Fiddle / Banjo / Guitar. Nick - Sax / Vocals. Wayne - Bass / Vocals. Rob - Guitar. Tom - Drums / Percussion.

Looking forward to hearing more about them on RTYD!

Coming soon to London and Liverpool, new RTYD member, GuitimeDennis

A ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-WELCOME to Dyer, Arkansas based guitarist and vocalist, GuitimeDennis. Dennis is a hobbyist musician, who grew up in the Bay area of California, but whose influences include a number of British bands and artists, such as the Beatles, the Stones, Jeff Beck and Led Zep. These acts have been such an inspiration to Dennis over the 42 years he has been playing the guitar, that he is planning a trip to our shores very soon, and wants to visit London and Liverpool, in particular. He will be also be bringing his guitar so he can jam when he gets here. So, nearer the time, let's point him in the direction of some good jam sessions and open-mics in London and Liverpool, and make him feel welcome.

Dennis also has a website of his own called Guitime Studios from which he publishes videos and music in the hope of inspiring others. So check it out!

Introducing Ian Roure of Brooklyn-based band The Larch

A ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-WELCOME! to new member of the network Ian Roure who sings and plays guitar in Brooklyn, New York based original psychedelic power pop band, The Larch. Ian is the band's founder, manager, producer and songwriter.

Ian's lyric writing influences include Robert Pollard (Guided by Voices) and Chris Difford (Squeeze), while musically, he combines elements of 60s psychedelia with the energy of 70s punk and old-school new wave - with a dash of glam and prog along the way! You can hear the result of these eclectic influences, on the Larch's Bandcamp page, here.

Watch this space for details of upcoming gigs.

Introducing South London/Kent-based, Pinky's Dream

 

Welcome to South London/Kent-based original progressive rock band, Pinky's Dream.

Pinky's Dream formed in late-2011/early-2012 and lines up as folllows: Ian Keith - vocals and guitar, Atheesan - lead guitar, Andy - drums, Phil - sax and John - bass. They have already performed a handful of gigs, which have been so far been low-key, but they will be publicly announcing more shows very soon - so watch this space. You can listen to two tracks by the band on their RTYD music player, here.

Introducing London punk covers band, The Longdicks

A big PUNK-ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP WELCOME! to London covers band, The Longdicks.

Formed in south east London in early 2007 by Mr Dickie Adams and Paul Long, the Longdicks have been 25 years in the making. The delay seems to have been caused largely by a need to get as much Fosters down their necks as younger men, which left them short of the cash they needed to buy guitars and learn to play just three chords. The whole punk soap story of their formative years - which should "never be divided" - is here on their RTYD profile page. Eat your hearts out, the Cockney Rejects!

Introducing..on the bass guitar, Nim Sadot!

 

A ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-WELCOME! to London-based bass player and bass-tutor, Nim Sadot. Nim is a professional with over 19 years of experience playing, gigging, recording, touring and teaching in the USA, UK and Israel. So if want to take up the bass, or you are a bassist and you want to improve your playing, you can contact Nim through RTYD.

Introducing rock covers band Riff Raff from Guildford, Surrey

A big rock covers-band WELCOME! to Riff Raff from Guildford in Surrey.

Riff Raff formed in April 2008 and, after winning Battle of the Bands at the Electric Theatre (Guildford) in June, went on to play at Guilfest '08. Since then, the band has gone from strength to strength playing numerous venues, clubs, events and festivals in the local area. Two original members of the band, Nick (guitar) and Ed (drums) are joined by Mark (vocals), Kev (guitar) and Jason (bass) to deliver a driving rock sound that identifies them as the No 1 rock covers band in the county.

Don't miss them - check out the RTYD Gig Calendar and join the party for an exceptional night of live rock music.

Introducing Keith, a bass player living in Berkshire

A BIG-ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-WELCOME! to Keith, who is a bass player from Maidenhead in Berkshire.

Keith is a hobbyist musician looking to join a band. He hasn't played in a band for 30 years, but has kept his playing up to speed with regular practice, and is now looking for musicians to put something together for fun, and to do some charity gigs - his better-half works for one!

Introducing new RTYD member London-based guitarist, Andy Deevy

A big ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-WELCOME! to London-based guitarist Andy Deevy. Andy performs as a solo acoustic guitarist and in covers, tribute and original bands. He is currently lead guitarist in the Apple Core Beatles and bass player in The Bitter Springs.  That said, he is always on the lookout for other musical work or projects, and he can play in a variety of styles. Here's a link to his personal website.

Welcome to bass player Eddie McManus from Shepperton

Introducing new RTYD member, bassist, Eddie McManus from Shepperton in Middlesex. Eddie is a professional musician who is currently working in a theatre tribute show featuring the music of Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly and the Everley Brothers.

He's into rock`n`roll, and has played behind many 'names' from the 60s and 70s, and even worked in a band which had a No1 chart hit.

Eddie is currently looking for paid gigs for a rock`n`roll or pop band. He is an easy-going friendly guy and is open to any offers, so please get in contact through RTYD Musicians and Bands Network, if you are interested in hiring or working with him.

Click here for a more detailed history of Eddie McManus.

Introducing new RTYD member, 'Rich', from Stourbridge

Welcome to new RTYD member, folk/pop singer/songwriter, Rich, from Stourbridge in the West Midlands. Rich is looking for musicians for an acoustic band he wants to form. So get in touch if you are local, and interested. You can listen to Rich's music on his Soundcloud page, here

Introducing new RTYD member, Mutt, from Lancashire

Guitarist and vocalist, 'Mutt', from Ribble Valley in Lancashire, is the newest member of ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP. Mutt's in his mid-40s and is looking to hook up with other musicians to work on songs that he has written, and hopefully to form a rock band.

Introducing new RTYD Member, bassist, Rob from covers band Contraband

Welcome to new ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP member, bass player, 'Rob', from Mayfield in East Sussex, who plays in covers band Contraband and in ceilidh music group One The Rum

Rob started out - like many of us - in a school band, and went  on to performing on the working men's club circuit. He owns a GB Spitfire bass, a 57'(pictured) and an 84' Precision, and plays them through a Markbass rig.

Introducing new RTYD member Essex musician, Marc Garrett

A ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-WELCOME! to Westcliff on Sea, Essex based musician, Marc Garrett.

As well as being a musician, Marc is a writer, activist, curator and runs an arts collective. Marc was briefly in an electro-punk band called Time in Motion in the early 80s, as well as, Helana Hex and some other bands later that decade. But he has joined RTYD to network and promote his current net art music project Ouch Those Monkeys, so please check it out.

Welcome! to The Peel music venue in Kingston, Surrey

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Welcome to new RTYD member Steve from Birmingham

A ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP welcome to Steve, a drummer/percussionist from Birmingham.

Steve, who is 55, enjoys rock, blues and soul, and is looking to join a band. He plays acoustic drums and cajon, congas, bongos, maracas, guiro, claves and cabasa. He has mostly played in pubs and clubs; he has good kit, transport, and he is very reliable.

Introducing new RTYD member, Monica Salaste

Welcome to Monica Salaste from Saddleworth, Greater Manchester. Monica likes classic rock and soul, and plays the drums and sings backing vocals. She has been off the scene since last summer but is currently looking for either an established band or dep work, to get back into it.

Monica also enjoys writing music, and is looking for a writing partner.

Introducing new RTYD member, 'Billy'

A ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP welcome to Billy, a guitarist, based in London, who plays in a variety of blues and country styles but specialises in electric slide. He is currently looking to join a band, and is also looking for a writing partner.