Bobby Cochran, lead guitarist, singer, writer and producer, was influenced at an early age by his uncle Eddie Cochran.  At thirteen he set his aim on becoming a master guitarist and went on to work with many prominent groups, including Steppenwolf, The Flying Burrito Bros. and Leon Russell.

 

He then joined forces with Bob Weir (Grateful Dead), Bill Cobham (Mahavishnu Orchestra), Alphonso Johnson (Weather Report), Kenny Gradney (Little Feat), and Dave Garland (Righteous Brothers) to form Bobby and the Midnites (available on Columbia and Arista Records).

 

Bobby's writing and production work has encompassed motion pictures, videos, television and records.  He recently produced the recent Adrian Legg albums s"Fingers and Thumbs", "Mrs. Crowe's Blue Waltz" and "Guitar for Mortals", which he also produced, each won "Best Acoustic Guitar Album of the Year" for their respective years in Guitar Player Magazine.

 

Bobby has recently worked with “Burrito Deluxe.”  This all star band had a unique musical heritage.  Combining the talents of “Sneaky” Pete Kleinow (Flying Burrito Bros.), Garth Hudson (The Band), Jeff “Stick” Davis (Amazing Rhythm Aces.  These World Class Legends of Rock and Country, brought the very best of Americana Music to Audiences around the world.

 

You can soon catch Bobby with a new project Called ROCK - IT, featuring BILLY BREMNER (Dave Edmunds, Nick Lowe & Rockpile, The Refreshments), PETER BARON (Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes, Renaissance), BRIAN HODGSON (Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes,  Matchbox), and BOBBY COCHRAN.

 

In addition to his stage and studio work, Bobby has held guitar clinics in Europe, Japan and the U.S……….and along the way he has helped design and develop the guitars and effects he uses.

 

A veteran studio and concert musician, Bobby’s been compared to some of the greatest guitarists in the world, such as, Jimi Hendrix, Danny Gatton, Duane Allman, Albert lee, and Eric Clapton.  Cochran's lead work has moved critics and peers to comment "….Exhilarating"….He's one of the 12 best guitarists in the country"…."His playing glistens with spontaneity" ….  "Brilliant!".... “Blistering Rock and Roll!”….”World Class Blues!"...."Lyrical, like a bird singing!”

Experience why the audiences of today prefer the warmth and involvement of live entertainment with The Bobby Cochran Band.

Brian Hodgson has been successfully involved in the music industry for many years as a musician, artiste, composer and producer.

 

In his early years, Brian toured and recorded with Billy Fury, Marty Wilde and many others.  In the 70's he worked with George Harrison, Eric Idle, Neil Innes and Fatso in the BBC TV series "Rutland Weekend Television" which featured the first appearance of "The Rutles".

 

He was a member of ‘80’s “rockabilly rebels” Matchbox and wrote and produced many of their records.  He co-wrote and produced “Why Do I Always Get it Wrong” which won the 1989 Song for Europe.  In 1992, Brian was elected onto the Council of BASCA (British Academy of Songwriters Composers and Authors) and, in 1993, he co-wrote and produced a hit single for Manchester United “United We Love You” (and he doesn’t care who knows it).

 

Brian has written/produced for a wide variety of artistes including Shaken' Stevens, Dennis Waterman, Billy J Kramer, Johnny Halliday, Lonnie Donegan, Peter Sarstedt, Mike Berry, Sonny Curtis, Hayden Thompson and Kirstie McColl.  More recently he has been working in film, tv and video.  Credits include "Savage Hearts" featuring Richard Harris, Angus Deaton and Jerry Hall, Jeremy Clarkson's last three videos, the new BBC TV series "Clarkson" and Vinnie Jones' "Great Balls of Fire".

 

Brian continues to play bass in "Hogan's Heroes" which is led by one of the world’s greatest guitar heroes, Albert Lee.  In 1999 they toured with Dave Edmunds and Mike Berry on the "Not Fade Away" tour, a 40th Anniversary tribute to the music of Buddy Holly.

 

Howard Tibble has been Shakin’ Stevens drummer since 1980 and has appeared on every tour and single since then, including Shaky’s no.1 chart hit singles “This Ole House” and “U Drive Me Crazy”.  He’s also played on the no.1 chart records of “Rockin’ around the Christmas Tree” with Kim Wilde and Mel Smith, “Livin’ Doll” with Cliff Richard and The Young Ones and appeared on over 60 albums and hundreds of singles.

 

Cliff Richard, Gary Glitter, Billy Fury, Mike Berry, Alvin Stardust, Paul McCartney, Lonnie Donegan and Phil Everley are just some of the artistes he has recorded and worked with.

 

Tours/recordings with American Rock and Roll singers have included Little Richard, Carl Mann, Jack Scott, Warren Smith, Linda Gail Lewis, Charly Feathers, Del Shannon and many more.

 

Over the years Howard has been no stranger to Top of the Pops (11 times) and other tv work has included appearances with, among others, Meatloaf, Boy George and Kim Wilde.

 

Among the many film sound tracks to his credit are A Fish Called Wanda, Carry on Columbus and A Good Man in Africa.

 

Howard’s 1999 tour with Shaky and Linda Gail Lewis went to Norway after the UK Tour where he had to turn down eating reindeer in Norway because he thought he’d be eating Rudolph!

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Ben Waters :  is one of the most exciting piano players in Europe. Ben's live shows have been compared to those of Jerry Lee Lewis, Little Richard and Jimi Hendrix. Make no mistake about it, this is hard hitting musician at his best.  Ben is one of Englands Hottest keyboard men.  He has become a first call for Greats like Pete Wingfield, (Paul McCartney, Dave Edmunds, Albert Lee and Hogans Heroes, Everly Bros.Etc.).  Bens Ground breaking Stint with Shakin’ Stevens is still being talked about!  Ben’s name has become synonymous with excellent performance.  exuberant style have earned him a superb reputation as one of the genres finest performers. His own style has evolved from his musical roots, and thirteen years later he has surely done every kind of venue imaginable and played with some of the finest musicians in the world)

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He Recently Completed a Project with Jools Holland.  He’s worked with Chris Jagger (Micks Brother), Ray Davies (The Kinks) P.J. Harvey, Screaming Lord Sutch, Dave Gilmour, Dave Stewart, Etc.

 

Gavin Povey is rated as one of the UK's top keyboardist and vocalists.  He has played with/alongside world famous industry leaders such as Dave Edmunds, Kim Wilson, Dion, Graham Parker.  He played with the John Lennon Tribute Band on two televised shows in Liverpool and Tokyo – included many artists such as Joe Cocker, Al Green, Natalie Cole and ‘ Yoko Ono ‘.  In the early 80’s he toured with Jaine Aire, Kirsty MacColl, Billy Bremner and Shakin’ Stevens.  Mid to late 80’s more touring with Shakin’ but also a lot of session work around London.

1988 formed band – the Good Rockin’ Daddys playing Rock ‘n’ Roll and R&B. Released single – Come On And Dance in 1989.  1990 moved to Ireland.  Amongst the many artistes he has performed with are Dolores Keane, John Faulkner, Dave Spilane, Finbar Fury , Don Baker.  His tours have led him across Europe, Scandinavia and the UK performing at many of the top festival venues and he recently, in 1998 formed record label – Stompin’ Records – released compilation of Irish Rock & Roll bands – The Sham Rocks.  He recorded and released an Album in 1999 entitled Come On And Dance by Gavin Povey And The Good Rockin’ Daddys.  Early 2000’s, have been giging with own band – The Gumbo Brothers (with Eamon Murray on sax and Fran Byrne on drums) , The Blue Roosters ( with Ben Prevo guitar and Fran Byrne Drums) and also with rockabilly band The Runaway Boys and a bloke called Van Morrison

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Garrent Watkins : Dave Edmunds, Shakin Stevens, Van Morrison, Billy Bremner, The refreshments

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Pete WingField: The Everly Bros., Albert Lee, Paul McCartney.  Pete is one of the most lively and engaging keyboardists alive!  His talent and credentials are second to none!

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Gary Baldwin: is rated as the UK's top Hammond organist and has played with/alongside world famous Hammond virtuosos Jimmy Smith and Jimmy McGriff.  Gospel soul legend Doris Troy said of Gary “..is rated alongside Billy Preston…” and London’s Time Out magazine as “…the British Master of the Hammond Organ..”  Amongst the many artistes he has performed with are Georgie Fame, Fats Domino, John McLaughlin, Kiki Dee, PP Arnold, Clare Martin, Benny Green, Jim Mullen, Tommy Chase, Mighty Flea Connors, Mick Hanson and Shuggie Otis.

 His tours have led him across Europe, Scandinavia and the UK performing at many of the top festival venues and he is a featured soloist with The Echoes of Ellington Jazz Orchestra.  Studio work includes the acclaimed "Portishead" and "Morcheeba" albums and many blues recordings including Hershey and the 12 Bars and Eddie Martin.  Gary features regularly at one of London’s top live music venues, The 100 Club in Oxford Street.

 Radio broadcasts include the BBC’s Paul Jones’ Blues Show and Jazz FM with Jools Holland.  Gary also tours with his own band and has recently recorded the CD “Spycatcher”.

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