THE BAND

PAUL WINN  |  Vox/Blues Harp

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Manager and one of the original founders of the band.  Paul is also one of the UK's most popular Blues Radio Broadcasters as the host of "Blues From The Ouse" on Jorvik Radio and also multi-award nominated "The Blues Hour" on  Tempo FM, Radio Stitch & Radio Stockton.

A big personality with a voice to match and also an accomplished Harmonica player who has featured on several albums as well as playing guest spots with some top bands.

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Paul is proudly endorsed by Fat Tone Amps.  Custom built Harmonica Amplifiers.

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If this isn't enough,  Paul has been running Ryedale Blues Club since 2017 and also, alongside Ben, runs York Blues Festival. 

BEN DARWIN  | Bass

Ben is also an original member of the band.  He is another one of the UK's most popular Blues Radio Broadcasters as co-hosts "Blues From The Ouse" on Jorvik Radio with Paul.

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An accomplished, no nonsense solid Bass player who carries the groove.

LLOYD MASSINGHAM  |  Guitar

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Lloyd is likely to be one of the finest guitar players you will ever get to see and has legendary status around York and beyond.  He spent years backing touring US artists and has appeared on countless albums that are cluttering up the racks of charity shops near you. 

He has a unique approach to playing guitar that baffles anyone who is watching him closely.  If you can understand how he does it please let us know.

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Lloyd is proudly endorsed by Carr Amplifiers.

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Lloyd joined in Jan 2019.

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STEPHEN BRANDON  |  Hammond/Electric Piano

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You want Hammond?  We've got Hammond and more!  What Steve brings to the overall sound & feel is outstanding,  A well respected musician in his own right and an absolute coup for the band. 

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Steve joined in August 2020.

PAUL THOMPSON  |  Drums

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A legendary drummer who has played all over the world and is much in demand.  He is an absolute animal behind the kit and everything the band does comes from the back.  There is no style he cannot play!

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Paul joined in Nov 2018.