Little Dave & The Sun Sessions Real Authentic Rockabilly, Rock n Roll band, Covers and awesome originals

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We are a four piece real authentic 1950's Rockabilly / Rock n Roll band based in South Coast UK.

From the early roots of Rockabilly, Rhythm & Blues and Rock n Roll - Listen to the sounds of the legends that recorded at Sun Studios Memphis, Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash etc.. and many many more

Little Dave has have been described as dynamic experienced front man, with multi range vocals, exceptional vintage harp skills. His song writing craft impossible catchy riffs, hypnotic melodies and songs you feel yeou have always known and are just like the classics you love

Backed by the experienced musicians that form the Sun Sessions, togeher they will get the party started, your feet tapping and the dance floor filled. With their high octane and energic performance, they cant stand still!

They have played al the major festivals and Vintage / retro festivals in the UK and some in Europe. Rock n Roll clubs, and other events all over the UK

Little Dave has also been featured in the 'Blues Matters' magazine, which mentions 'Little Dave & The Sun Sessions' and talking about the album Little Dave recorded at Sun Studios Memphis 'Memphis boogie' describing it as " a hot mix of covers and originals".

Little Dave & the Sun Sessions have appeared and been featured in UK Rock n Roll and UK Rock Magazines

One of Little Dave's orignal songs has been featured on Homes Under the Hammer !​

Little Dave has played many high profile venues inc BBC TV and the Officiers Christmas party at Buckinham Palace

We can provide full PA system and music during set up and interval


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Location

Based in Bournemouth, Dorset

Will travel up to 500 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 500 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 50 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

Good Rockin Tonight - Elvis

Baby Lets Play House - Elvis

Little Sister - Elvis

Mystery Train - Elvis

Thats's aAll Right - Elvis

Blue Suede Shoes - Carl Perkins / Elvis

Great Balls of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis

Whola Lotta Shakin - Jerry Lee Lewis

Honey Dont - Carl Perkins

You Can Do No Wrong - Carl Perkins

Matchbox - Carl Perkins

Perkins Wiggle - Carl Perkins

Folsom Prison Blues - Johnny Cash

You Made A Hit - Ray Smith

Right Behind Baby - Ray Smith

Crawdad Song Jack Earls

Whole Lotta Trouble - Joe Clay

Shake Your Hips - Slim Harpo

Big Boss Man - Jimmy Reed

Slow Down - Larry Williams

Looking Back - Johnny Guitar Watson

Purr Kitty Purr - Sid King & the Five Strings

Jeanie - Doug Powell

Moon Twist - Chuck Dallas

Treat Me Right - Kenny Parchman

I like Your Kina Love - Warren Smith

Got Love If You Want It - Warren Smith

My Babe - Little Walter

How Long Can You Feel - Ray Campi

Leets Dance - The Excels

You've got Me - Wayne Walker

Lawdy Miss Clawdy - Elvis

My Baby Left Me - Elvis

Hound Dog - Elvis

It'll Be Me - Jerry Lee Lewis

Honey Bun - Larry Don

All I Can Do Is Cry - Wayne Walker

Be Bop A Lula - Gene Vincent

Say Mama - Gene Vincent

Johnny Be Good - Chuck Berry

Bad Mouthin - Willie B Cox

Dont be Cruel - Elvis

Shopping Around - Elvis

Hard Headed Woman - Elvis

Boom Boom Out Goes The Lights - Little Walter

High School Confidential - Jerry Lee Lewis

Shake Rattle & Roll - Bill Haley

Original songs by Dave Sparkes - Little Dave

Everbody

Wasted Man

Inject Your Soul

How About Tonight - Featured on BBC TV

Just Let Go

Don,t Know Why I love You

Take It As it Comes - Featured On Homes Under The Hammer

Yeah Uhuh - Featured on BBC TV

Straight Back UP

Shoo Shoo Baby

One Day At A Time

We do 2 x 45 Sets

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

We require access to electrical points and parking for vehicles


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

We can supply all our own equipment inc PA system


What information do you require about a venue?

We require details of venue, entrance for band to take equipment, if there is direct access or stairs.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes we are able to provide music through PA system between sets, it will be the same genre and we choose the music


Our instruments

Our band s
Lead Vocal, Harp (harmonica) acoustic guitar
Drums
Lead guitar
Double Bass

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

Every Venue & gig is special and best in its own right, far to many to mention, from small intimate gigs to large festivals they always give us a fantastic reception and we always have a blast
Best Venue Buckingham Palace
Best Gig Car Fest South


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

The icons
Elvis
Carl Perkins
Little Walter
Gene Vincent

We take the authentic sound of the Legendary Sun Studios Memphis as influence to our music

There are far to many great songs to class one as the greatest song of all time


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

We are professional experienced musicians, each starting our in our own ways. We have a love and passion for music and life and breath it!
Busking to putting bands together to eventually bringing this band together.
We have played major festivals and clubs all over Europe and UK along with weddings and private parties


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

Any event is a favorite, getting the audience dancing , tapping their feet , singing along makes it all worthwhile
Seeing people enjoying themselves

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Typically we take around 30 mins to set up, we normally arrive hour and half before start time
2 x 45 mins set with a 30 mins break

We can accommodate a full set straight through and different times etc by arrangement


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

Clients can request songs in advance and as long as its in a repertoire we can accommodate
We can provide a full list of songs we are able to perform, or set lists we currently work from which we include original songs. We have demo of our CDs we can transfer


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

We always get excellent feedback, you can see on our Facebook page all comments and reviews

Recent Clients

Little Dave & The Sun Sessions has performed for these clients:

SHAKE n STIR Events

Dave Berry - Teds Suited & Booted

Steve & Dawnie Williams - Retro Festivals

Oz Cahill

There are so many

Venues

Little Dave & The Sun Sessions has performed at these venues:

Retro Festival - Newbury

Car Fest South

Poole Goes Vintage

Shake n Stir Vintage festivals

Vintage Nostalgia Festival

Dublin Blowout

Crazy Diner Italy

Isle Of Wight Rock n Roll Club

South Coast Rockers

Rock n Ribs Festival

The list goes on and on

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