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Rich has over twenty years experience playing in bands, fifteen of them as a vocalist and rhythm guitarist with Evolve. He started his musical journey as a lead guitarist in Owsley’s Gold; an original four-piece Indie Rock band in Stoke-On-Trent. His versatile singing style has allowed the band to cover a variety of musical genres and a solid rhythmic guitar technique underpins the many songs covered by the band.
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Steve is Evolve’s stylish, southpaw lead guitarist and backing vocalist. An original member of Evolve for the past fifteen years, he has been providing the band with lead parts ranging from layed back, atmospheric ‘Verve-esque’ lead lines, to punchy, modern riffs and solos of many well known classic songs. Steve has many years experience, from playing in original Coventry band Surreal in the 90’s, to local theatre productions and various acoustic sessions across the city.
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Matt is a very experienced drummer, percussionist and backing vocalist. An original member since 2003, Matt has been a driving force behind the band, both musically and promotionally. His effortless drumming style covers a wide range of genres, from natural funk and pop, through to powerful, driving rock. His live experience started with original Coventry band Surreal, where he cut his teeth in both studio and live gigs culminating in the support of 90’s chart toppers D:Ream.
Matt is equally at home with a simple cajon and solo cymbal set-up, to a miked-up drum kit in a large venue. Whatever the style or song, Matt can be relied upon to be the engine room and foundation that guides and supports his fellow band members through a wide range of classic and memorable songs.
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Dave is Evolve’s most experienced musician. His musical career spans over thirty years, thirteen of those with Evolve. His career started in the Manchester area, where he enjoyed the experience of both record deals and nationwide touring as a support act with bands such as Doctor And The Medics. His rock solid bass lines and intuitive style have seamlessly integrated into Evolve’s set. His knowledge of covers from playing in previous Rock and Blues band, The Roadhogs has helped build up a large portfolio of songs old and new. Dave is also Evolve’s sound engineer, ensuring a quality sonic experience for both band and audience.
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Ian is Evolve’s newest member. He is an experienced keyboard player who started out in Coventry band Surreal in the 90’s. His fluent playing style and variety of sounds has allowed Evolve to delve into many more areas and decades of music, such as the heavily influenced, keyboard driven 80’s. He has also taken part in many local theatre productions as part of their band, covering many modern and historical classics.