Artist description The current line up was formed in early 1999,with the introduction of Amber Roake on vocals.Previously a heavy-rhythm, Hammond-basedinstrumental band, The T and B Specialistshave incorporated the high power, soulful vocalsof Amber to create a unique mix of 60's rawnesswith a contemporary edge. Although primarily avocal group, The T and B's still perform a numberof original instrumental tracks and are frequentlybooked on the strength of this material alone.

Music Style Jazz / Funk / Soul - 60's rawness with contempoary edge

Group Members Amber Roake, Ben MacNab, Benjamin Coey, Jonni Walker, Paul Laverick

Instruments Hammond Organ, Drums, Mini Korg 700, Guitar, Bass

Albums The T and B Specialists Welcome You

Press Reviews There are two types of gig. The first is where a band headlines and draws a crowd in thanks to their wonderful profile and reputation for being so jolly splendid. At these types of gigs the support act is usually a band that are not quite as well known as the headline and, more than likely, less experienced. The second type of gig is where all the bands playing are pretty much the same standard, everyone has a laugh and no one really cares who is top of the bill. Oh, and then there's a T and B Specialists gig where they are so good they don't need a support band and simply decide to have a music quiz instead.A music quiz that involves the five-piece band playing snatches of songs ranging from Jesus Christ Superstar to Purple Haze to No Limits. And then playing all 30 songs in massive breathtaking medley, producing the only standing ovation I have ever seen in Fibbers. Stuff like this makes itquite clear that your about to watch a really fun band. Add guitarist Paul and drummer Ben's drunken bizarre comdey banter and a wierd colouring competition you know that if this band were measured on a fun-o-meter it would record previously unknown levels on it's fun-dial.And they start playing. And all previous thoughts of fun as you know it flyfrom your mind like liberated fun-flies because, quite honestly, The T and B Specialists are one of the, if not THE, tightest and funkiest bands in York. Their music slouches in the direction of 70's cop-film soundtracks, sleazy lizard lounge cocktail tunes and downright dirty funk. Lead singer Amber, with a voice as smooth and greasy as a chicken leg, imbues every song with a sexiness and urgency which elevates the set to a standard rarely seen in York. As well as confirming her status as simply one of the best singers inthe scene at the moment. With a packed venue and queues outside, the T and B star is clearly ascending...... you MUST go and see them. And if they do the quiz again, I've given you three of the answers...

Additional Info 07767 442386

Location York, North Yorkshire - United Kingdom

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