GarethJames

ABOUT

Hi, I'm Gareth. I play lead guitar and sing backing vocals in Explosive Light Orchestra, a leading ELO tribute band in Derbyshire. I've played in lots of bands in lots different genres including pop, rock, classic rock, RnB and including a mix of covers and originals.

I enjoy producing using Logic, I'm a big fan of using technology. Singer/Songwriters please get in touch.

I can play a lot of styles, I'm good at crafting different guitar sounds and I can learn parts quickly. I'm easy enough to get along with, I enjoy getting stuck in and working hard and I don't have a big ego. I have my own pro gear and transport.

Credit: Dan Archer and Billibee Creative for photos

Screen name:: GarethJames
Member since:: Jul 30 2021; Active over 1 month ago
Level of commitment:: Very Committed
Years playing music:: 20
Gigs played:: Over 100
Tend to practice:: 2-3 times per week
Available to gig:: 2-3 nights a week
Most available:: Nights

Influences

ELO, Pink Floyd, Jimi Hendrix, Queen, Radiohead, Muse, Thin Lizzy, The Darkness, CCR, Tom Petty

Instrument experience:

Rhythm Guitar:: Expert
Lead Guitar:: Expert
Acoustic Guitar:: Advanced
Background Singer:: Moderate
Steel guitar:: Moderate
Bass Guitar:: Intermediate

EQUIPMENT

Gibson Les Paul, Fender Strat, Fender Tele, Guild Westerley 250 electroacoustic, 100w amp, amp modelling pedals for noiseless stages, pedals, sm58 microphone, wireless in-ear monitors