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???? Get ready for a soul-stirring musical journey as Hey Gringo, the acclaimed and multi-award-winning jazz, blues, and roots band, graces the stage at The Westernport on Sunday, May 26th, starting at 5 pm.For nearly two decades, Hey Gringo has been enchanting audiences with their eclectic and earthy blend of original jazz, blues, and roots music. This group of seasoned instrumentalists, singers, and songwriters has not only released four critically acclaimed albums but has also toured extensively, both nationally and internationally. Their stellar performances have even seen them share the stage with some of the biggest names in the global music arena.Hey Gringo's live performances are a unique experience, offering a collection of thought-provoking, lively, and infectious songs. Their music, infused with elements of rhythm & blues, jazz-inflected vocal stylings, and seriously funky grooves, promises an evening of unforgettable entertainment.Led by the celebrated multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Daryl Roberts, Hey Gringo draws inspiration from Australia's rich musical heritage, delivering raw and edgy reflections on life. With boogie piano, smoking organ, hot sax, steamy harmonica, and quirky guitar, all layered over a foundation of rockin' roots and rhythm, Hey Gringo will take you on a sonic adventure through the diverse world of roots music.With their sixth album just released and a Live at Sydney Blues & Roots Festival DVD/CD, Hey Gringo continues to captivate audiences and solidify their position as one of the most sought-after bands in the Australian festival and venue circuit. Don't miss the chance to experience the magic of Hey Gringo live at The Westernport. It's a musical journey you won't want to miss!
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Hey Gringo Biography
Hey Gringo formed by multi-instrumentalist singer/songwriter Daryl Roberts (Spectrum/Blackfeather/Photo/Breakaways/Fingerprint) around 1993 performing tongue-in-cheek acoustic original blues and roots with Paul gadsby(Paul Kelly, Colin Hay, Bachelors From Prague/Hot Club, On The Prowl) Developing a dynamic unique souind when the band expanded to a combo including sax and drums and recording their first album in 2000 gaining criticial acclaim and reviews across Australia and as far as Germany, Argentina and Canada. Recorded at Nicky Bomba's Noahs Ark Studio the "IS WAS THERE" included guest appearances by Nicky Bomba, Ross Hannaford(Daddy Cool) and David Williamson on Sax. The prolific songwriting of Roberts and Gadsby produced their second album "FUNKY CAR" in 2003 to further acclaim and airplay in Netherlands, Belgium and USA. Les Oldman joined on drums and Laurie Bongailas on sax. Guests on this album included Australian music icons Spectrum, Ross Wilson & Broderick Smith(Dingoes). Hey Gringo's characteristic thought provoking and yet somewhat mischeveous lyrics backed with a soulful funky blues & jazz feel, exploring all corners of retro sounds with a freshness of Now. Playing festivals and venues across Oz they followed up the rave reviews of this album in 2005 with "THREE" again with Wilson, Spectrum on board as well as guitar legend Kevin Borich and the amazing Lil'Fi. The song "Won't Let You Down" being picked up on Neighbours TV worldwide and the album taking Hey Gringo to some of the major festivals in Australia. Sax players who came through the ranks during this period included Stuart Orr, Gene Schill, David Hine, Sean Vagg & Brian Strafford(also on guitar) & recently Aaaron Searle(Grand Whazoo). In 2007 they released "LIVE FROM THE VAULT" recorded at their distrubtion companies studios in front of an enthusiastic audience with guests Marcus Alexander (Nudist Funk Orchestra), Spectrum & Neale Johns(Blackfeather). A testiment to their live atmosphere and the infectious vibe they generate Hey Gringo is definately one of the most original and entertaining live bands in years as described by their audiences. Groove Injected Funky Blues & Roots with a tongue in cheek edge is what to expect from these seasoned unique multi-instrumentalists. Formed in the ‘90s and
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