Meet the Band
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Lesley - Bass Guitar and Vocals Lesley is a very experienced member of the band having played every conceivable gig from Social Clubs to the famous Marquee Club. Lesley fronts the band and is an accomplished entertainer. Now residing in Stourport on Severn Lesley is proud of her roots in her beloved Hull, and she has literally travelled the world whilst taking her vibrant personality into many successful bands. She was just 17 when she cut her first disc, and she has appeared on Opportunity Knocks, and on TV in Europe. In the 60's she was a member of 'Mandy and the Girlfriends', a pioneering all girl group who supported 'The Beatles' at that time. She has also backed and played with many big names over the years including 'The Everly Brothers', David Bowie's guitarist Mick Ronson, songwriter Rod Temperton of 'Heatwave' and eminent jazz guitarist Martin Taylor. Her extensive experience and fun compliment the already fine blend within the band. |
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Andy - Keyboards and Vocals Born and raised in the Dudley hills, Andy possesses an exceptional voice and has been playing keyboards & pursuing music professionally since the mid 1980s. He's performed as a solo artist and singer/songwriter and has played with various bands & toured all over the world. Encompassing many musical genres from rock & pop to classical. Also original bands, tributes, & covers bands as well, too many to list here….As well as being an experienced and seasoned keyboards player and singer, Andy is also a guitarist, bass player, songwriter and producer. He was more than happy to join up with Ambience back in Autumn 2005, and enjoys the vast selection of music the band has to offer. |
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Bob - Guitar and Vocals
Bob is based in Staffordshire and is a mega-talented guitar player and singer. He has a wide variety of influences from classical music to heavy rock and he admires virtuoso guitarists like Steve Vai, Joe Satriani and Gary Moore. He has played with a broad range of cover bands since the late 1980's. Previously he was a also a member of a well known Texas tribute band. Bob´s outstanding guitar playing, combined with his powerful lead and harmony vocal talents add an extra dimension to the group´s music. |
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Pete - Drums and Vocals Pete has played drums from a very early age. In the late 60's he was semi pro with Led Zeppelin's Robert Plant in the original 'Band of Joy'. He then turned professional to join Jess Roden's 'Bronco', touring Europe and the USA, releasing three albums. During that time he collaborated with the late great singer-songwriter Clifford T. Ward and original members of 'Mott the Hoople' Ian Hunter and Mick Ralphs. He has also toured as a member of the legendary rock group 'Traffic'. In more recent years He joined 'The Woolpackers' from TV's 'Emmerdale' with Alan Lewis (aka Vic Windsor) and Billy Hartman (aka Terry Woods). He then went on to work with blues legend 'Stan Webb's Chicken Shack'. After many years on the road Pete now resides in the Dudley area and brings with him a solid rhythm and a wealth of experience to the band. |