Introducing... the bands!

So what are the names of the band members and which instruments do they play?

Alex Bay (Vocals) James Bay (Guitar, Vocals) Tom Peel (Guitar) Dave Nicholas (Keyboard, Vocals) James Boardman (Bass) Tom Richwood (Drums)

How would you describe your style of music?

Blues / Rock / Soul

What would you say are your musical influences?

Free, The Rolling Stones, The Black Crowes, Eric Clapton, Pink Floyd, The Faces to name but a few.

Introducing... RoadRunner

How did the band form?

Met at school. Formed from a previous band and added members along the way. Started out as an eclectic four piece and evolved into a six piece electric band.

Of all the songs you have written, what’s your current favourite and why?

None in particular, each song has it's own particular qualities.

What’s your most memorable gig and why?

Either Rhythms of the World this year, or Codifest. Love the summer festivals and we hope to achieve bigger ones in the future!

Introducing... RoadRunner

What group of people would you say you appealed to most?

Probably people aged 20 and above. People that are slightly older seem to be able to relate to our music better, whereas younger folks tend to learn from it, learn about where it comes from and hopefully appreciate it!

What’s the weirdest thing a fan has ever done / sent to you?

Having to sign copies of our CD has been unusual! We had a couple of people jump up on stage recently and start dancing, which was fun until they started trying to sing down the microphone!

Name one unusual fact about each of you?

Peel's had a beard since about the age of 13. Boardmans pretty much addicted to anything with sugar.

If you could record a collaboration with ANYONE - who would it be and why?

Any of our influences would be amazing.

What’s the band’s ultimate ambition or what’s your dream?

I think to play as many gigs as possible, and to be able to look back on our experience and have a strong feeling of accomplishment. To be appreciated by as many people as possible.

Is there anything else you’d like to tell us?

We're always good for one more number!