Covers – Melbourne

//Covers – Melbourne

Covers – Melbourne

Covers – Melbourne (CODE – 751C )

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Bruce has been professionally involved in the entertainment industry for over 40 years with hundreds of demands for his pedal steel, dobro & harmonica  skills in both recording & stage presentations all over the country. He has appeared with countless fine artists which in include The Kernaghan Family, Alan Hawking,The Hawking Brothers, Ian Castles, Alison Durban,Slim Dusty, Smoky Dawson and Reg Lindsay to name but a few.
He has been influenced greatly by the exciting sounds of rock&roll from the golden days of the 50’s and 60’s and absorbed much of Johnny O’Keefe, Buddy Holly Sam Cooke and the “Rolling Stones.
During the 70’s Jimmy collected material from the “Eagles” Bob Segar and Jimmy Buffet.The 70’s also brought along material from some terrific Aussie bands.
Jimmy also embraced the country music sounds of Buck Owens, Marty Robbins and Kenny Rodgers.
Because of his wide interests in music Jimmy is acknowledged as one of the most versatile of singers. He has songs for everyone and delivers them in his own enthusiastic way. He is also regarded as one of the “good guys” in the industry with friends and acquaintances in venues everywhere.
During the days of the big pub rock and cabaret shows, Jimmy has played the opening sets for many
Celebrated artists including Blondie, Del Shannon, Jon English, John Paul Young,Ted Mulry, Skyhooks, Seekers, Jimmy Little, Ol’55 and Jade Hurley. However Jimmy’s favorite was JO’K’s “Good ‘ol days of R&R.”

also do a tribute to Johnny O’Keefe.

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