Kieran Bailey

Kieran began playing piano at age 6 under tuition of Piano Teacher Norma Davies. His enjoyment of music led him to also begin playing Drums at age 9 with Dave Watkins. Kieran has since gained his Grade 8 level in both instruments and has been playing live music since the beginning of secondary school both in original bands and function bands.His understanding of theory and ability to read music also led to him playing for Brass Band and Orchestral competitions during his school years travelling to play and compete in Manchester, London, Italy, Wales and doing sessions in pit bands for Theatre Companies. While in school his interest in singing saw him taking lead roles as Billy Bigelow in Carousel, Javert in Les Miserables and Eisteddfod Choir Competitions.In 2006 Kieran was involved in "THE BIG GIG" project with his function band "Under The Covers" and it was there he met and began a growing working relationship with Soul Singer Claire Simone which has continued.During 2006-2007 Kieran studied for a year in London with great players such as Darryn Farrugia, Eric Stams, John Cook, Pete Cater and Mick Morena at London's Tech Music Schools. On returning to South Wales Kieran is continuing to play regularly for various theatre, music and original projects whether it be drums, keyboards/piano or vocals he likes to keep busy with his music.