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Musical Style & Influences
The Forgotten Guitars are rooted in the spirit of American southern rock, but their sound stretches far beyond that label. Drawing heavy influence from the improvisational freedom and exploratory energy of bands like The Grateful Dead, their music is built around extended instrumental sections, dual and triple guitar interplay, and an organic, live-in-the-room feel.
Their guitar work takes inspiration from Jerry Garcia’s melodic phrasing and emotional tone, blending it with more modern blues and rock textures. Vocally and harmonically, the band leans on layered arrangements that echo the soul and storytelling found in 70s-era Americana.
On the low end, Phil Davidson’s bass playing is inspired by Phil Lesh, favouring a melodic, fluid approach over traditional root-note lines—bringing a more musical, counterpoint-based dimension to the rhythm section. With Phil planning to transition fully to guitar and keys once a new bassist is in place, the band is aiming to unlock a fuller, more expansive sound.
Improvisation is at the heart of what they do. No two jams are ever the same. Whether it's building a song from a single riff or diving deep into a 10-minute instrumental break, the band thrives on in-the-moment creation. Their goal isn't just to play music—it's to explore it, to feel it evolve live.
The Forgotten Guitars already have a solid catalogue of original material, with hours of unreleased tracks and demos. They're now actively seeking a drummer and bassist who share a love for open-ended jamming, vintage tone, and collaborative creativity. If you’re into bands like the Allman Brothers, Little Feat, or the extended grooves of Dead & Company, you’ll feel right at home.
- Screen name:
- philip468255
- Member since:
- Jul 12 2025
- Active within 1 week
- Level of commitment:
- Committed
- Years together:
- 5
- Gigs played:
- 50 to 100
- Tend to practice:
- 1 time per week
- Age:
- 48 years
Influences
The Grateful Dead
The alman Brothers
the Beatles
Pink Floyd
Ozric Tentacles (Erpland)
Hendrix
Spiritualized - Spacemen 3
The doors
Earnist Ranglin
Members Of Band
The Forgotten Guitars – Band Bio
The Forgotten Guitars is a jam-style band made up of three experienced musicians:
Phil Davidson (47) – Bass, Guitar, Keys, Vocals
Stu Davidson (49) – Guitar, Vocals
Phil Short (40) – Guitar, Vocals, Keys
Stu and Phil Davidson, two brothers, have been writing, recording, and performing together for over 20 years. They are founding members of bands such as The Shining, The Equalizers, and The Forge, and have also played in numerous cover bands across the North East.
Phil Short is a seasoned guitarist with a strong solo background and a standout voice. He has played in various bands throughout the years and brings versatility and depth to the group.
EQUIPMENT
Gear & Recording Setup
We use a range of quality equipment to shape our sound:
Guitar Amps: Fender Princeton, Marshall
Bass Amps: Ashdown MAG 300, Fender Bass Amp
Synths & Keys: DeepMind 12 Synth, multiple keyboards
Recording: We each have home studios equipped with professional mics, interfaces, and monitoring systems. All recording is done through Ableton Live, allowing us to collaborate remotely and build up ideas.
we have everything we need to write, record, and rehearse already in place, we’re fully self-sufficient and ready to get to work. Will be rehearsing at the forum.
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