If you like your music with a little history, a lot of soul and a healthy dose of attitude, meet Roadkill Blues Band.
A Derby based four-piece band bringing the sounds of vintage blues, jazz and rock ’n’ roll to life, With our very own Pittsburg native on keys, Roadkill Blues Band takes inspiration from the American music that shaped popular culture – from the smoky blues joints and jazz clubs of the 1920s and 30s through to the rocking rhythms of the 50s and beyond.
Expect infectious rhythms, rolling piano, driving grooves, great melodies and plenty of musical personality. Our repertoire mixes classic songs you know and love with some less familiar musical gems, alongside original material that sits comfortably within the same rich musical tradition.
We're passionate about playing great songs, bringing them to life with our own interpretation and creating an atmosphere that gets people tapping their feet, nodding their heads and, hopefully, dancing!
Whether it's a pub, festival, private party, music venue or something a little different, Roadkill Blues Band brings an authentic, good-time musical experience with a sound that's rooted in the past but very much alive in the present.
Based in Derby, Derbyshire
= areas covered (up to 75 miles)
= free travel (up to 20 miles)
Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis Presley
Whiskey Beer and Wine - Buddy Guy
Basin Street Blues - Dr John
St. James Infirmary Blues - traditional
Better Not Look Down - BB King
Sonny - Bobby Hebb
Nobody Knows You (When You're Down and Out) - Eric Clapton
Sitting On the Dock of the Bay - Otis Reading
Sweet Home Chicago - Eric Clapton / Blues Brothers
Stormy Monday - Allman Brothers
All your Loving - Gary Moore
Can't Buy me Love - The Beatles
Sixteen Tons - Tennessee Ernie Ford
All Blues - Mile Davis
Taxman Blues - Roadkill original
Roadkill Boogie - Roadkill original
Hound Dog - Elvis Presley
When Love Comes to Town - U2/BB King
Lonely Boy - The Black Keys
Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers
Let the good times roll -Ray Charles / BB King
Stage area sufficient for acoustic drum kit, keyboard, bass and guitars with amplifiers. We need a minimum of 4 13-amp sockets, ideally on either side of the stage. Parking close to the venue to allow for offload of drum kit and PA, 2 spaces. Additional 2 spaces ideally needed.
We can provide a full 1000W PA system and mixer, as well as basic lighting.
Best place to park and load/unload equipment.
What time can we set up from.
We can stream music over our PA before and between sets. We can either choose ourselves or can play a pre-agreed playlist should the client want.
Several times in Dubrek Studios in Derby, we love the laid back chilled out vibe. Great gig there with a fantastic Jazz guitarist made for a memorable evening!
The classic blues musicians - BB King, Muddy Waters, Dr John, and Buddy Guy - 90 years old and still playing the blues. More modern players - Walter Trout, Samantha Fish
We've all been playing for for many years, but our band is centred around our fantastic classically trained pianist, Greg. He studied in New York in the 80s, and has played professionally with some of the great American Jazz soloists as well as being a session musician in LA.
We arrive and set up 90 minutes before, including a soundcheck. Usually we play 2 sets, each between 45 - 60 minutes.
Yes, but some kind of stage or flat surface is a must, as is weather protection!
We have quite an extensive set list which we pick favourites from. The client is welcome to have a look and make sure that their favourite is on the set list!
Wedding
Birthday Party
Private Event
Corporate Event
Hotel / Restaurant Event
Bar / Venue Event
Blues
Vintage
DJ / background music options
PA / sound system included
Public liability insurance
Male & female vocalists
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