THE BAND

Davey Lee Goode - Lead Guitar & Lead Vocals

The man himself - Davey Lee Goode has played in many successful lineups over the years. He has an unequalled enthusiasm and perfectionism in his music. From Rockabilly through Blues to his latest powerhouse Blues style he is unequalled in his unique approach to high energy exciting jump blues. The music has a rock edge that has truly evolved from his Rockabilly Roots. His no nonsense lyrics and biting guitar licks are taking Davey Lee Goode and The Bad Cats well into the 21st Century. Davey Lee cut his teeth playing with such names as Gene Vincents Blue Caps, Nappy Brown, Big J. McNealy and Screaming Lord Sutch to name a few. After playing world class venues across Europe Dave now sets his sights on the North American Music Scene. His musical CV boasts an impressive selection of reviews from diverse venues such as the Paris's Jazz renowned 'Slow Club' and world class blues stages. He is truly a classic car nut, and merges his prize collection of 50's classics with his musical life style. (see the web pages). Catch this guy live.

Eric Rolheiser - Upright/Electric Bass & Vocals

Originally from Saskatchewan, Eric Rolheiser thumps out infectious bass tones from both electric and upright instruments. Erics forte lies in a well set groove for all blues and rockin' styles, drawing from influential greats yet creating his own style. Previously Eric has performed with Various bands across many musical genre's, including Edmonton based original band 'The next best thing'. His musical taste is varied and Eric just seeks to perform great music. In Eric's words "you just know when you hear something that you like, great music just stands out, thats what I focus on recreating. Finding the groove is what its all about". Eric plays both Upright and Electric bass with a passion for the rockin style he delivers so well. Whether its Soulful Blues or a frantic Rockabilly Slap Bass performance, its all covered in the material of choice with the band. Eric is a firm member to the band and has fit in like it was meant to be. The band continues to build on new inspiring ideas to which Eric adds his own unique flavor.

Gill -Lead/Backing Vocals

Both powerful and sweet lead/backing vocals are delivered by Gill who rose through the music scene playing Englands Northern music venues with Neo Rockabilly band 'Wild Friday'. Gill's influences in her own words are "All those early greats from the 40's and 50's that's when it all seemed so true - no effects to mask the truth. People like Willy Mae (Big Mama) Thornton, Koko Taylor, Lulu in the UK, even early Brenda Lee, You listen to those great sounds then you give it all your own twist, That's Rock n' Roll" Stage performances offer a vocal power and sweet tones with a no nonsense attitude with an ever increasing reportoire. Gill prefers to work with original material but also enjoys working with Jazz and Blues cover tunes - Her reportoire varies from a Soft Julie London Jazz style to out and out outrageous Rock n' Roll.

Brian Burrows - Crazy Back Beat Percussion

Brian Stems from the True Blues Roots of the Canadian West, he hails from Western Canada's first Blues Band. From his energetic delivery to his tasteful insert of cool crazy beat fills and side swipes, its all there to add just the right infectious groove to keep the wildest audience at bay. With the power to fuel the most energetic of stage shows through to the subtlety to appeal to the light at heart, Brian provides it all with his own flare.

 

As well as working a strong gig schedule the band have recently recorded their new CD "Livin' in Oblivion" to follow their highly acclaimed debut recording with the "Gonna Rock My Blues" CD. Davey Lee Goode is currently looking for booking agents/management to help align active tour schedules. This band is 'Red Hot' and ready to go to wherever a rockin' audience awaits. emails to info@davegoode.com

APRIL 20th 2003

Listen to the Band on Blues Deluxe - with an audience of 3-Million dduring the week staring April 20th 2003

Listening times - Zones and Radio Stations

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The new Livin' In Olblivion CD continues to gain great feedback from an ever increasing volume of fans to which the band wish to express sincere thanks. "Livin' in Oblivion" is now hitting the airwaves with an impressive selection of international radio playlists.

In the meantime the "Gonna Rock My Blues" CD keeps gaining momentum on the radio scene with airplay on more and more radio stations. Davey Lee Tracks have continued to gain airplay on radio shows across the continent (Pretty Impressive for an independant recording). Stay tuned for more news.

MORE RECORDING NEWS:

The band plans to return to the studio later this year for an exciting new recording project to be released as the 3rd CD. More news will be posted soon.

CANADA TOUR (western to Eastern) August 2003:

The band are currently working on new material to showcase on their Extensive Canadian tour Scheduled for August of this year. Gig Schedule will be posted on Gig List when all dates are confirmed.

* * INTERNATIONAL ACCLAIM * *

INTERNATIONAL BLUES FESTIVALS

Burnley Blues Festival - Colne (ENGLAND)

Dublin City Blues Fest - Dublin (IRELAND)

Blue Rocker - Naples (ITALY)

Tent Fest - Solga (GERMANY)

Black Forest Blues Fest - Freiberg (GERMANY)

Maybe Blues Fest - Marseille (FRANCE)

World of Music Arts and Dance WOMAD - Lancashire (ENGLAND)

Paris Blues Festival - Paris (FRANCE)

Blues and Jazz Parade - The Slow Club (PARIS FRANCE)

Davey Lee Goode has achieved international acclaim performing in world class prestigious theatres and venues including:-

FRANCE

Paris (F) - Slow Club

Strasbourg (F) - Café Des Anges

Marseille (F) - Le Petit Monmatre

Monpelier (F) Boskop

GERMANY

Freiburg (D) - Jazzhaus & Tent Fest.

Freiburg (D) - Blue Monday Waldseestrasse

Frankfurt (D) - JuZ Fiechenhm Nord

Hagen (D) - Jugendcentrum

Hamburg (D) - Knust

Hanover - Gig

HOLLAND

Amsterdam (NL) - Cruise Inn

Amsterdam (NL) - Melk Weg

ITALY

Bardalino (I) - Firmus

Milan (I) - The Blues Festival

SWITZERLAND

Biel (CH) - Piccadilly, Aegerten

Zurich (CH) - Cinecitta

Neuchatel (CH) - T.B.A.

Wettingen (CH) - Tex-Mex

DENMARK

Arhus (DK) - The Mojo

Copenhagen (DK) - Radhuskroen

SWEDEN

Stockholm (S) - Brunnen

Stockholm (S) - Globe

NORWAY

 Oslo (N) - Randi's Lillestrom

FINLAND

Turku (SF) - 1957 Club

Tampere (SF) - Aitoo

AUSTRIA

Bregenz (A) - Astro

ENGLAND

London (GB) - Town & Country Club

Birmingham (GB) - Apollo

Manchester) (GB) - Band on the Wall

Manchester (GB) - International II Theatre

Liverpool (GB) - EeBeeGeeBees

Liverpool (GB) - Cavern Bar

Newcastle (GB) - The Bridge Club

Davey Lee has worked live shows with a number of great performers including:-

Nappy Brown, Big Jay McNealy, Gene Vincent's Blue Caps, Janis Martin, Eddie Fontain, The Hollies, Reverend Horton Heat, The Royal Crown Revue, The Police