TRAIN OF THOUGHT
Named after the train to Chicago that transported blues legend Muddy Waters to his new life as a professional musician "Muddy boarded the Chicago"
Chicago 9 brings you a comprehensive selection of Blues mixed with some good time Rhythm & Blues, Boogie, mixed with original compositions and just a sprinkling of Rock 'n' Roll.
THE LINE UP
Angie Restorick - Vocals
Steve Brennan - Lead Guitar
Paul Tasker - Saxophone
Melvyn Lockyer - Bass
Elrad "118" Matthews - Drums
Jim "Pinkerton Smalls" Mitchell - Keys
The current line up feels privileged to have collectively or individually shared the stage & opened for Blues Greats Otis Grand, Mud Morganfield, Stan Webb's Chicken Shack, Eric Sardinas & Big Motor, Mike Vernon & The Mighty Combo, Sari Schorr & the Engine Room, J W Jones, Paul Lamb & the Kingsnakes also 70’s Rockers Eddie & the Hot Rods, Dr Feelgood & Nine Below Zero.
The story continues !
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JANUARY
WE ARE USING JANUARY TO REHEARSE, WRITE NEW MATERIAL ETC, SEE YOU IN FEBRUARY
FEBUARY
Saturday 7th : Southern Parishes Conservative Club, Upper Northam Road, Hedge End, Southampton Hampshire SO30 4BB (Time Tbc)
Sunday 8th : The Bird In Hand, 131 Gosport Road, Fareham, Hampshire PO16 0PZ : 5.00-7.00pm
MARCH:
Friday 6th: The White Swan, High Street Swanage Dorset BH19 1HE (Tbc)
Tuesday 24th: The George Inn, Portsdown Hill Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO6 1BE : 8.30pm
Saturday 28th: The Borough Arms, 77 High Street, Hungerford, Berkshire RG17 0NA : 9.00PM
APRIL
Saturday 4th: The Bugle Inn, High Street, Botley Hampshire SO30 2EA : 8.30pm
Saturday 11th: The Crown 2 The Square, Aldbourne Marlborough Wiltshire SN8 2DU : 9.00pm (4 Piece) )
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This new "Good Times" design is now available at gigs, via email & other designs from our online store :-
A Limited number of this T-Shirt are available at all gigs or drop us an email.
A few copies of the old line-up's recording "Sugar Your Own" are still available at gigs or drop us an email
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The band was named by original band member Mark Nolan & took it's name from the trail that Muddy Waters * many others caught from Memphis to Chicago during there migration north "Muddy boarded the Chicago 9"
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Formed from friendship and mutual musical respect the band has been playing regularly since 2002 and have become a firm favourite wherever they play.
Led from the front by skilled guitar and saxophone interplay all driven by a solid backbeat & superb vocals.
The band play their own arrangements of varied Blues classics & less obvious covers along with some good old school Rhythm & Blues with a touch of Rock’n’Roll for good measure.
"Bring your Dancing Shoes"
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This latest review from Bryan Stan says it all:
Chicago 9 is probably one of the best Rhythm and Blues bands in the South of England. The lead guitarist is, without a doubt, unique and addicting to watch. His control and arrangement throughout each gig is inspiring. The bass player is solid and unwavering with his fantastic and mellow walks up and down the fretboard. The drummer complements the bassist without fault, and then there are the keyboards and saxophonists then expertly round up the musical masterpiece. They spontaneously groove each song along so well. Finally, there is the lead singer, whose melting tones make each piece her own. If you have never heard this band, I urge you to watch them live and see the crowd dance the night away. If you’re looking to book a band, then these guys should be on your list as they come with a following to fill your event.
This band is a 10/10
Left to Right
Melvyn Lockyer - Bass
Angie Restorick - Vocals
Steve Brennan - Lead Guitar
Elrad "118" Matthews - Drums
Paul Tasker - Saxophone
Jim "Pinkerton Smalls" Mitchell - Keys
Save The Platform Fundraising gig at The Brook Southampton November 2023
