Ron D Bowes
Used to play in many semi-pro bands in 70s, played bass for David Jackson (Van Der Graaf Generator) on some of his demo work. Have worked with Trevor Thornton - Drummer (Saxon, Asia), Ray Brookes - Multi instrumentalist and songwriter (Rory Gallagher Band), Kathy Short - Singer/songwriter (Kathy & the Short-List), Fred White - Drummer, Carol Sue - Singer/songwriter and guitarist, Ern and The TrueVulgarian - Singer/songwriters, Paul Rainbird (band mate from early bands) and Ricky Moore (Songwriter and guitarist). Played Windsor free festival on same billing as Hawkwind and met the late great lemmy. In the 80s played in "Shoot the Butler" who released an indie album, cut at Abbey Road. Back to gigging for a while, then the studio for a cassette release called "Final Curtain" by Flix. Wilderness for 10 years,. Now I am back writing and producing my own stuff. Cuts down on band disagreements :D
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
10 albums released (the first one "No Retreat, Never Surrender" is no longer available. New band formed with carol Sue called 'pArtners in cRhyme' with new album coming soon
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Used to gig in the 70s and 80s. One of the most memorable gigs was Windsor Free festival with Hawkwind and Camel on the same bill.
Your musical influences
Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, ZZ Top, Status Quo and others
What equipment do you use?
I still have my Marshall valve amp, but I only do studio work at the moment. Lexicon - alpha interface with samplitude DAW. Benson bass, Fender telecaster, Casio guitar, Hand made custom guitar and a Lindo acoustic. Various makes of harmonica.
