alroberts
(Highley)
Tuesday 28 Feb 2017, 12:19pm
LaCousta is currently a duo, comprising singer Lora Rogers and guitarist Al Roberts - see Facebook under ‘LaCousta’ (logically enough!). We’re based in Shropshire, near the Worcestershire border and, as you’ll see from our FB page, currently perform pop covers from the 1950’s to some recent chart hits.
We first got together in July 2016 and have already enjoyed some good quality pub gigs. We’re ready for the next phase now.
That’s why we’re looking for a bassist, a drummer and a keys player or lead guitarist. Here’s the thing though: at least two of you (preferably all three) need to be able to sing, because we often use harmony to complement our arrangements (which are often not the same as the original song we’re covering). If you don’t read music, that’s no problem as Al can teach you the harmony, etc, needed for a particular song.
Age-wise, there’s no real restriction, though because Al’s in his 60’s and Lora in her 20’s, experienced players in their 30’s or 40’s might help balance things and ensure the longevity of the band!! Gender-wise, again there’s no restriction but for balance of the harmony certainly one female voice would be really good.
Commitment will be needed to learn the arrangements, etc, to get us to the musical standard we want to achieve to get the best party and functions gigs. You do need to be willing to do the pub gigs in the meantime, though...
If you’re interested, please message me or send me an email to truthow@fsmail.net outlining your experience and musical tastes. I’ll be happy to supply an extract from our current playlists on request.
Al Roberts