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Richard Ashby & The Tonewheels

Outstanding Blues, Boogaloo and Soul Jazz
     
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Name
Richard Ashby & The Tonewheels
Genre(s)
Soul, Jazz, Blues
Content
Covers & Originals
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Australia Wide
About Us
Drawing inspiration from 1960s Rock, Blues and Boogaloo, Richard Ashby & the Tonewheels deliver a soulful yet gritty performance infused with the stylistic and iconic sounds of Guitar, Hammond organ, Bass and Drums. Their music comprises Blues and Boogaloo standards, groove-laden arrangements of 1960’s pop classics and original pieces by guitarist Richard Ashby. 
The Tonewheels trick bag combines a mastery of jazz improvisation, the raw, edginess of blues and in-the-pocket grooves to create a fresh and creative approach to a classic guitar and organ combo.'

The group is performing regularly throughout Sydney and NSW at venues including Miss Celie's, Butchers Brew Bar, Django Bar, the Gasoline Pony, Two Doctors Whiskey Tavern (Leura), NIMA (Newcastle) and has just completed a residency throughout June at Ramblin Rascal Tavern. 

Ashby's latest release 'Arkadia Blues' has spent time in the Australian Blues & Roots Airplay Chart Top 10 for 2023, as well as the UK Blues Airplay Chart Top 40.  Arkadia Blues was recently featured in the US Blues publication 'Blues Blast Magazine' and is receiving regular airplay nationally and abroad (UK, Canada & the US).

Arkadia Blues (released December 2022)
"Rollicking blues and deep pocket grooves underpin a highly inventive set of original tunes from an outstanding Sydney guitarist" - Frank Presley, Northside Radio
What We Bring
Richard Ashby & the Tonewheels stand out as an electrifying quartet deeply rooted in the realms of Blues and Groove music, making them a prominent force in the country's music scene. They skillfully blend original Blues and Groove compositions with tastefully arranged classics from the 1960s rock and soul era.

Notably, Ashby's album "Arkadia Blues" has maintained a prominent position on the ABARAC chart for 2023, occupying its ranks for over three months. Moreover, the group has garnered recognition through their numerous residencies at renowned Sydney venues.

​Their performances are a testament to their exceptional musicianship and extensive years of experience, resulting in a mesmerizing musical experience for all who listen.
Members
Richard Ashby -  Guitar
Andrew Scott - Hammond
Brendan Clarke - Bass
Dan Kennedy - Drums
Country
Australia
State / Region
New South Wales (NSW)
Home town
Sydney
"Rollicking blues and deep pocket grooves underpin a highly inventive set of original tunes from an outstanding Sydney guitarist"

Frank Presley, Northside Radio, Arkadia Blues (released December 2022)
Guitar Workshop:  Richard runs a guitar workshop covering the basics of blues soloing and improvisation.  He covers various techniques for guitarists to begin improvising for the first time, or to build on their current knowledge.  Participants need to bring an acoustic guitar.  All levels welcome.
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