The B-Siders

History: The band was formed in 2019 by Steve McGuire who was the lead guitarist in the original Dr and the Medics band who had a number 1 in 1986 with Spirit in the Sky and has played on Top of the Pops and at Glastonbury, as well as hundreds of prestigious venues across the world. Steve is an immensely talented musician and has worked throughout his adult life in the professional music scene both as a performer, tour manager and, more recently, as a tutor in music production and performance at the Peterborough Regional College. He is joined by Paul Edenbrow, Assistant Headteacher at Hampton College (on drums) and Aaron Oliver, owner and manager of a music production company in Peterborough, True-Audio. A smart-looking band, well rehearsed, technically well-served and clearly focused on delivering an excellent performance. The Performance: We put on a first-class show. The concept of the band is essentially covers, but the USP is that our repertoire includes many B-sides from the golden era of 7" Vinyl Singles from 1950s to 1990s, all of which became hits in their own right. Experience Steve has a life-time of working professionally in the music business and is a very experienced musician, Aaron is a very talented musician and has an excellent professional understanding of sound and music presentation which supports our quest for superb sound quality. Our 'beating heart' is our wonderful drummer, Paul. Trusted with keeping a rhythm, he is Mr Rock Steady. We could not do it without him. Recent Playing History The B-Siders were successful in auditioning for 2020 Glastonbudget Festival: a national festival set in Leicestershire, the biggest tribute festival in the world! Auditions were tough and we were delighted to be selected to play. The covid outbreak resulted in this event being postponed to 2021 and we expect this to be where we face our largest audience to date. Covid has impacted on our number of performances this year, but we have managed to maintain a regular rehearsal schedule to keep us sharp. We have played in many local venues and have been booked for weddings where the couples saw us at a gig. We have developed our skills by playing at local clubs and pubs. We have played at a number of private parties which are absolutely great to do: everyone up for a bit of entertainment - singing along, dancing and thoroughly enjoying themselves. It is as enjoyable for us to perform as it seems to be for our audience! We have a thoroughly professional approach to all gigs: timely, tidy (!), reliable and polite and always willing to please. Good communications. We are an ideal band for broad range of age-groups. Superb entertainment, excellent range of hits to sing/dance along to. Well-received at parties, we know how to get a party going! Offering your choice of number of sets and client requests welcomed. Steve can also offer a post-show disco, if required.