The Band
Garry Christian (Lead Singer).
Garry is "the face" and "the voice" of The Christians. The only original member of the band, his voice is as deep, velvet smooth and soulful as ever. With his cool, distinctive style (still sporting the Ray-Bans), and natural good-looks, he is unsurprisingly a big hit with the female fans - “You’ve still gorrit Gaz la” is a frequent shout.
Joey Ankrah (Lead Guitarist/Vocals).
Joey adds another dimension to The Christians .... multi talented, multi- instrumentalist, writer, producer and son of Joey Ankrah (founder member of the '60s group 'The Chants' famous for the story that The Beatles were their warm up band ... and managed by Brian Epstein). Difficult to put into words what this dude brings to the band ... he's pure magic
Neil Griffiths (Acoustic Guitar/Vocals).
Neil Griffiths is fast becoming the backbone of the group ... a great acoustic guitarist and vocalist with a proven track record as a writer for EMI and Universal. His humour is the best thing about him ... don't be fooled .. behind the shades is a cruel wit.
Mike Triggs (Keyboards).
An amazingly talented and sensitive keyboard player who first played for Garry back in 2004 (coincidentally at the same time as Paul Walsham now drumming for HURTS). Has worked with Ronan Keating, Stealers Wheel, Mott the Hoople and Luther among others. Rejoined The Christians in 2011 (to a rapturous welcome).
Our bass player and drummer may vary from gig to gig depending on a number of factors. The talented musicians filling these roles are:
Bobby Kewley (Bass Guitar/Backing Vocals).
Bobby ("the funniest man in rock") is a Christians' veteran having toured with the band many times over the years and who says he's happy to be back in the "ample, welcoming bosom of The Christians". He is renowned for his legendary ear and his even more legendary appetite !
Cliff Watson (Bass Guitar/Backing Vocals).
A mean bass guitarist with great vocals. A dark mysterious character .. who would have thought his CV included dancing in Hot Gossip.
Craig Connet (Drums/Percussion).
Craig is a big personality with a big presence. He previously played with The Christians on tour in 2005 -2006 and since then has worked with Sandi Thom, Joss Stone, Joe Bonamassa, Happy Mondays and many more. At home both in the studio and on stage, his energy and talent make him a valuable member of any band.
Lionel Duke (Drums/Percussion).
Drummers are renowned for being strange but not so with Lionel - a dynamic, dependable, very talented drummer and a really welcome part of the team... feed him and keep him happy and he'll be the best drummer in the world, upset him and you might see 'the dark side'.
Gigs
light blue - acoustic gigs
| Date | Venue | Location |
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| Aug 08 2021 | Rewind North | Macclesfield |
| Aug 22 2021 | Rewind South | Henley-on-Thames |
| Aug 26 2021 | The Stables | Wavendon |
| Aug 29 2021 | W Fest | Ostend, Belgium |
| Aug 30 2021 | Shrewsbury Folk Festival | Shrewsbury |
| Sep 03 2021 | The Atkinson | Southport |
| Sept 04 2021 | Acapela Studio | Cardiff SOLD OUT |
| Sep 06 2021 | Back To The 80's | UK Cruise |
| Sep 07 2021 | Back To The 80's | UK Cruise |
| Sep 10 2021 | EPIC | Norwich |
| Sep 11 2021 | The Civic Hall | Cottingham |
| Sep 17 2021 | Summer Pops | Neston |
| Sep 19 2021 | 1886 Bar Grill | Douglas, IoM |
| Sep 23 2021 | The Jam House | Birmingham |
| Sep 24 2021 | Peak Cavern | Castleton |
| Sep 25 2021 | Ashbourne Festival | Ashbourne |
| Sep 26 2021 | Dubs Party In The Park | Wolverhampton |
| Oct 01 2021 | The Old Courts | Wigan |
| Oct 02 2021 | Sugar Mill | Stoke |
| Oct 22 2021 | Under The Bridge | London |
| Oct 23 2021 | The Rec | Horsham |
| Oct 29 2021 | Uppermill Civic Hall | Oldham |
| Nov 05 2021 | Clarence Hall | Crickhowell |
| Nov 06 2021 | Jacs | Aberdare |
| Nov 12 2021 | King George's Hall | Blackburn |
| Nov 13 2021 | The Hive | Winsford |
| Nov 19 2021 | Square Chapel | Halifax |
| Nov 20 2021 | The Assembly Rooms | Tamworth |
| Nov 26 2021 | The Birdwell | Barnsley |
| Nov 27 2021 | ARC | Stockton |
| Dec 03 2021 | Haslemere Hall | Haslemere |
| Dec 04 2021 | The Flying Fish | Ilminster |
| Dec 09 2021 | PRIVATE PARTY | London |
| Dec 10 2021 | Astor Theatre | Deal |
| Dec 17 2021 | Bowdon Rooms | Altrincham |
| Dec 18 2021 | Grand Central Hall | Liverpool |
| Jan 28 2022 | Butlin's | Skegness |
| Feb 11 2022 | Robin | Bilston |
| Feb 12 2022 | Concorde | Brighton |
| Mar 05 2022 | The Witchwood | Ashton under Lyme |
| Apr 09 2022 | Phoenix Theatre | Blyth |
| Apr 15 2022 | Sub89 | Reading |
| Apr 16 2022 | Mill Arts Centre | Banbury |
| Apr 23 2022 | Alexander's Live | Chester |
| Apr 29 2022 | Picturedrome | Holmfirth |
| May 06 2022 | The Spring | Havant |
| May 07 2022 | PRIVATE PARTY | Dorset |
| May 13 2022 | Butlin's | Minehead |
| May 14 2022 | Darvel Festival | Ayrshire |
| May 21 2022 | South Mill Arts | Bishop's Stortford |
| Jun 24 2022 | Butlin's | Bognor |
| Jul 08 2022 | Hammond Theatre | Hampton |
| Jul 09 2022 | The Chapel | Salisbury |
| Jul 15 2022 | Grand Theatre | Lancaster |
| Oct 13 2022 | The Brindley | Runcorn |
