Member Since: 10/4/2007
Band Members: Damien Neil - guitars, vocal
Ben Gibbons - bass (acoustic, electric, upright, etc)
Colin Thompson - drums
Bendigo Folk Club recently published this blurb to promote Damien's upcoming solo performance at the QEO on December 14th...
"Friday 14 December 2007 - Damien Neil
The Bendigo Folk Club is very pleased to welcome back Damien Neil as one of our favourite sons.
Damien was there as one of the musos who donated their time on our very first night. Since then has popped in from time-to-time. We decided that it was time that we presented Damien as his own man, showcasing his exquisite skills on guitar, voice and songwriting.
Damien has been playing professionally for over 12 years, playing hotels, festivals, backyard parties and yes .. funerals. His playing style is weaved from a rich tapestry of blues, jazz, country, folk, rock, and contemporary genres. His many influences include Chet Atkins, Leo Kottke, Danny Gatton, Richard Thomson , Mamma Cass, Les Paul and Lenny Breau, just to name a few.
Damien's voice is sweet, that alone would be worth the price of admission. Damien's guitar work is about the best you will get to see anywhere. There are many of us who are reasonably confident guitar players who would like to think that with more time to practice, we could be much better. Most of those who have enjoyed Damien's playing up close know that very very few get to be that good.
This will represent a great night's entertainment.
Under the Grandstand, Queen Elizabeth Oval View Street, from 8 pm. Admission is $12 and $8 for members and concesssion."
Bendigo Folk Club are on MySpace... you can find them amongst our favourite friends...
Record Label: Unsigned