THE BAND
Rosie's Corset formed in January 2006. Rich (Irelands answer to Brian May) and myself (Mike, drums) performed a rather risqué rendition of the Balloon Dance for the local Exminster School Charity Ball. Armed with a drum kit and guitar, we had a jam after the Ball (2 am and very drunk!) after recovering from the hangover a few days later, Rich and I mulled over the idea about starting a band. His neighbour Don, played bass and busks extremely well (you can sometimes see him outside Tescos on Sundays). Nick (Exminsters karaoke king) was a prime candidate for vocals. Lynne and Jill joined us as backing singers, and we are joined by them on stage where venue size permits. The singing angel, Kas, sang in the local panto and was introduced by Rich. Jim replied to an ad in the paper for a sax player but we think he was sent from God. Not forgetting our Jo, who was introduced by Rich. Jo has been playing sax for a short while after years of playing the clarinet and has been taken under Jim's wing. As a group we have a lot of late nights and laughs together, and we look forward to entertaining you at your forthcoming event.
Click on the names below to find out more about Rosie's Corset!
Don
What instument(s) do you play?
Electric Bass
Who/What are your musical influences?
Cream, Dudley Moore, Doobie Brothers, Diana Krall, Ray Brown, Niels-Henning Orsted Pederson & Abba
Why do you like music?
It's relaxing.
Where is your favourite place to play?
Where it's appreciated!
Worst moment on stage?
Haven't had one yet!
What is your ambition?
To find a jazz pianist to set up a trio with.
Jim
What instument(s) do you play?
Tenor Saxophone
Who/What are your musical influences?
Stan Getz & Ronnie Scott
Why do you like music?
It is an enjoyable hobby
Where is your favourite place to play?
In my garage
Worst moment on stage?
Getting an apple stuck down my sax...
What is your ambition?
To play Sax at the Ronnie Scott Club in London
Jo
What instument(s) do you play?
Alto Saxophone
Who/What are your musical influences?
My musical influences range from classical to club!
Why do you like music?
My house is never without music... from radio and cds, to me signing, me practicing sax and my children singing and dancing.
Where is your favourite place to play?
I love playing pretty much anywhere.... I just love playing and really enjoy gigs - it puts me on such a high.
Worst moment on stage?
Haven't had one yet... but it's still early days!
What is your ambition?
It's got to be to play sax as well as Jim...
Kassie
What instument(s) do you play?
Vocals and a bit of guitar.
Who/What are your musical influences?
KT Tunstall, Corrine Bailey Rae, India Arie & Sade. I also love to listen to Sting, Toto, Counting Crows, & Dave Matthews Band.
Why do you like music?
Music is a constant companion. You can listen to all kinds of tunes to suit whatever mood you are in. Best of all, listening to a favourite song can instantly transport you to a favourite memory.
Where is your favourite place to play?
As a singer I am lucky... I can sing wherever I fancy. I love great rooms with good acoustics, long car journeys, and the freedom of belting out my favourite tunes whilst out walking the dog in open fields.
Worst moment on stage?
Needing to go to the loo, when the audience keep demanding encores.....!
What is your ambition?
Aside from wanting to sing the Alleluia Chorus in a choir, I would love to have a show cow and show her in the Devon County Show!
Mike
What instument(s) do you play?
Drums
Who/What are your musical influences?
Commitments, Earth wind and fire, James Brown, etc!
Why do you like music?
I like Music because it makes you feel good, and to make music is even better, Hay men.
Where is your favourite place to play?
Any large venue with food and lots to drink.
Worst moment on stage?
Apart from breaking and loosing sticks none as yet.
What is your ambition?
To finish the decorating in the kitchen and take the band as far as possible - they deserve it!
Nick
What instument(s) do you play?
Lead singer / Tambourine
Who/What are your musical influences?
Elvis, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Luther Vandross, U2, Rolling Stones.
Why do you like music?
You can sing the word's you've always found hard too say to those closest to you.
Where is your favourite place to play?
Anywhere....I'm just happy to be entertaining.
Worst moment on stage?
Not really had one yet, but I guess that day will come.
What is your ambition?
To be remembered for bringing love and happiness to the lives of so many in this world.
Richard
What instument(s) do you play?
Guitar
Who/What are your musical influences?
Boom Town Rats, Beautiful South, J.S.Bach & Abba
Why do you like music?
I have a work life, a home life, and a music passion
Where is your favourite place to play?
Impromptu pub sessions
Worst moment on stage?
In another band... I was playing one song, and the singer was singing something else!
What is your ambition?
To have a body like Dolly Parton - slim, fit and lots of hair!
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