BIOGRAPHY
T'bird
was formed by a group of friends out of a
love for the 50's and 60's Rock and Roll music, for which they are renown.
The band initially came about from friendships made through monthly musicians
jam sessions, realising that there was an audience who loved the music from that
era as well.
Whether it's playing to a small country hotel or a large metropolitan club the
band places great emphasis on audience enjoyment.
The fact that people know all the lyrics to their songs, and seem to eagerly
"get up and dance" is testament to the bands enthusiasm for their music and
their performance.
The "mystery" guest who seems to travel with the
T'bird,
T'bird
was named after that classic car from the music's era, namely the Ford
Thunderbird, which went hand in hand with the music of the period.
T'Bird
members are:-
Larry
- (Lead Vocals)
Larry
started performing in school at an early age, and has now been performing for
over 30 years as a headline act. He has supported various recording acts, and
entertained audiences at major RSLs, and Leagues Clubs, also numerous other
clubs, and hotels in the Brisbane area.
Larry has also competed in TV talent quests and the National Country Music
Convention at Dubbo, Achieving 2nd place overall.
Larry has performed with such personalities as John McSweeny, Dennis Knight,
Maria Dallas, Sylvia Delaney, has been backed by Witz End, and has recorded with
various other identities.
Larry has performed at the Wintersun Rock ‘n’ Roll Festival, and is featured on
the T’Bird tracks of the 2001, 2002, 2003 & 2004 Festival CD’s.
Larry is a great admirer of Elvis and this is evident throughout his
performances and his career.
Brian - (Guitar/Vocals)
Brian has been playing guitar since he
was 14 years old, and is a great fan of the classic old time Rock ‘n’ Roll. He
has jammed with Johnny O’Keefe’s Sax player & Drummer, as well as played rhythm
guitar for numerous Brisbane bands and artists, due to his vast knowledge of the
songs from the 50’s & 60’s.
Brian was invited to play at the Rock ‘n’ Roll Tribute show at Kedron/Wavell,
has performed at the Wintersun Rock ‘n’ Roll Festival and is also on the
T’Bird
tracks of the 2001, 2002 & 2003 Festival
CD’s.
Pete -
(Double Bass/Electric Bass)Pete has been playing bass for over 20 years & emphasises the feeling required to master the instrument. He has also played around Brisbane & the North Coast in various bands, and was part of the support act for The Divinyls.
Over recent times he has been concentrating on his beloved Double Bass, as the sound and feel is uniquely linked to the music performed by T’Bird
Pete has performed at the Wintersun Rock ‘n’ Roll Festival and is also on the T’Bird tracks of the 2001, 2002 & 2003 Festival CD’s.
George - (Lead Guitar & Vocals)
George brings a wealth of knowledge
and experience to the
T’Bird line-up. He is well known and
respected throughout the Brisbane music scene and was largely involved in the
formation of the early Brisbane Rock n Roll trend.
George and several other fabulous musicians were responsible for the long term
success of the Brisbane band, The Domino’s, the Mustangs, & other notable bands.
His inclusion in the
T’Bird line-up reinforces the bands
sound and commitment to the unforgettable songs of the 50’s and 60’s.George has
also appeared at the Wintersun Festival.
Paul - (Drums)
Paul arrived from Sydney and
immediately slotted into the Brisbane Scene. His drumming style and patterns
suit the "Good Old Rock n Roll" that T’Bird are well known for.
Paul is the youngest member of the band, and has the flair and ability to drive
the music with great rhythms and danceable beats.
His presence completes the line-up, and gives
T’Bird the punch that
brings the music alive.
Paul has also appeared at the Wintersun Festival many times.
|
T'Bird Gig's 2010 |
|
| Jan Sat 16 | Sandgate RSL 7.30pm |
| Jan Fri 22 | Pine Rivers Bowls 8pm |
| Feb Sat 20 | Easts Leagues Club 7.30pm |
| Feb Sat 27 | Carina Leagues 7.30pm |
| Mar Sun 14 | Deception Bay Swap Meet 10am |
| Mar Sat 20 | Sandgate RSL 7.30pm |
| Mar Sat 27 | Pine Rivers Bowls 8pm |
| Apr Sat 3 | Carina Leagues 7.30pm |
| May Say 8 | Sandgate RSL 7.30pm |
| May Sat 15 | Pine Rivers Bowls 8pm |
| May Sat 29 | Carina Leagues 7.30pm |
| Jun Sat 26 | Pine Rivers Bowls 8pm |
| Jul Sat 17 | Sandgate RSL 7.30pm |
| Sep Sat 18 | Sandgate RSL 7.30pm |
| Nov Sat 20 | Sandgate RSL 7.30pm |
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For More Information and Bookings Please
Contact
Brian: (07) 3886 0685 or Larry: 0419 719 763
E-mail: tbirdrok@bigpond.com
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