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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 01 2017 | Stur Exchange | Sturminster Newton |
| Jul 08 2017 | Priory Park Festival | Chichester |
| Jul 13 2017 | Festival des Mascarets | Normandy, France |
| Jul 15 2017 | Dartford Festival | Dartford |
| Jul 15 2017 | Chiddfest | Chiddingly, East Sussex |
| Jul 16 2017 | FlashPoint Festival | Rockingham |
| Jul 21 2017 | Nuits Du Sud Festival | France |
| Jul 22 2017 | Liverpool International Music Festival | Liverpool |
| Jul 28 2017 | Camp Bestival | Lulworth Castle, Dorset |
| Aug 13 2017 | Nostalgia Festival | Rhyl |
| Aug 20 2017 | Rewind South | Henley-on-Thames |
| Aug 25 2017 | Livewire Festival - With The Jacksons | Blackpool |
| Sep 09 2017 | The Met | Bury |
| Sep 16 2017 | Acapela | Cardiff |
| Sep 23 2017 | Oviedo | Spain |
| Sep 28 2017 | PizzaExpress Live Holborn | London |
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Triple Header 80's Tour With Midge Ure And Altered Images
| Oct 10 2017 | Royal Concert Hall | Glasgow |
| Oct 11 2017 | Philharmonic Hall | Liverpool |
| Oct 13 2017 | Pavilion Theatre | Bournemouth |
| Oct 14 2017 | G-Live | Guildford |
| Oct 15 2017 | Milton Keynes Theatre | Milton Keynes |
| Oct 17 2017 | New Theatre | Oxford |
| Oct 18 2017 | Swan Theatre | High Wycombe |
| Oct 19 2017 | Leas Cliff Hall | Folkestone |
| Oct 20 2017 | The Embassy | Skegness |
| Oct 22 2017 | Playhouse Theatre | Edinburgh |
| Oct 23 2017 | Caird Hall | Dundee |
| Oct 24 2017 | The Sage | Gateshead |
| Oct 25 2017 | Opera House | Manchester |
| Oct 27 2017 | Orchard Theatre | Dartford |
| Oct 28 2017 | The Anvil | Basingstoke |
| Oct 29 2017 | City and Memorial Hall | Sheffield |
| Oct 31 2017 | Victoria Theatre | Halifax |
| Nov 01 2017 | Opera House | Buxton |
| Nov 02 2017 | Town Hall | Birmingham |
| Nov 03 2017 | Grand Opera House | York |
| Nov 04 2017 | Southport Theatre | Southport |
| Nov 05 2017 | Grand Theatre | Blackpool |
| Nov 07 2017 | Shepherds Bush Empire | London |
| Nov 08 2017 | Princess Theatre | Torquay |
| Nov 09 2017 | Guildhall Theatre | Portsmouth |
| Nov 10 2017 | City Hall | Salisbury |
| Nov 11 2017 | Hall For Cornwall | Truro |
| Nov 14 2017 | Royal Concert Hall | Nottingham |
| Nov 15 2017 | Devonshire Theatre | Eastbourne |
| Nov 17 2017 | The Alban Arena | St Albans |
| Dec 01 2017 | Butlins | Bognor |
| Dec 16 2017 | Hampton Pool Concerts | London |
| Feb 23 2018 | Waterfront Theatre | Norwich |
| Apr 14 2018 | The Brindley | Runcorn |
| Apr 21 2018 | The Brook | Southampton |
| Apr 28 2018 | MECA | Swindon |
