JOHN F. WANDS & RONNIE TAYLOR

Appearances:

• The Bullfrog Blues Club - The Albert Bar South Parade Pier - Thursday 20th June

Southampton based sax player Ronnie Taylor played over 350 shows with the soul band The Globe Show, backing top artistes such as Ben E. King, Patti La Belle, Joe Tex and Jimmy Ruffin. He also shared the stage with artistes as diverse as Little Richard and Tom Jones, before joining The Jess Roden Band together with another well known Southampton bluesman, guitarist Bruce Roberts.

Later, in 1992 Ronnie teamed up with singer & guitarist John F. Wands and built up a strong following in the Southampton area. John F. Wands has been part of the blues scene for over 25 years, touring and playing with numerous bands, as well as releasing three solo albums.

"Ronnie & Johnny", as they're affectionately known, play their first gig at The Bullfrog Blues & Roots Clubm South Parade Pier, ons Thursday, 20th June.