The Deb Rhymer Band

Click on the poster above for a 'full size print version' and if ya bring it to the jam,
we'll autograph it for ya! See you all soon, and keep on da Blues!! It's good for ya!

Deb

- THE DEB RHYMER BAND -

DEB RHYMER – VOCALS

Deb was born and raised in Victoria, British Columbia and made her debut as a vocalist at age 17 in the music world - fronting a rock band called Hostage. She went on to establish a work career and have a child and in 1997 returned to the music world fronting the blues band No Fixed Address. Her love of the blues had begun! Known for her dynamic voice and unique bluesy style, Deb has had the opportunity to work with some of Victoria's best musicians. The Deb Rhymer Blues Band CD was released in 2006 and has received excellent reviews. Deb has been featured for many years at the R&B Fest, Vancouver Island Blues Bash and many local clubs. In addition to her blues band, she has performed in the popular "Popstars" show, imitating both Bette Midler and Bonnie Raitt.

NEIL TAYLOR - GUITAR

ANDY GRAFFITI – DRUMS

PHILL ALBERT - BASS

Neil Taylor, a Philadelphia native was classically trained on violin, and later studied jazz guitar at Capilano College. Raised on Motown, Soul and Rhythm and Blues. He has worked as a professional musician for over two decades performing all styles of commercial and traditional music. Winner of the Savoy/CFMI Real Guitar contest in Vancouver, He has performed with Philip Walker, Elvin Bishop, John Lee Hooker, Luther Allison, Mae Moore, Room with a View, The Meanstreak, The Transformers, Blessed Relief, Hugh Fraser and the Purple Haze Orchestra, and many others. Neil’s playing reflects strong Jazz and Blues influences. He also created bands for Memphis singer Ruby Wilson, “The Queen of Beale Street,” Opening up for BB King in Victoria. Neil’s guitar style has been described by one critic, as having a “smirking dark sense of humour.”

Andy Graffiti was born in Vancouver and currently resides in Victoria. He began playing the blues in the 70's in the then underground Vancouver blues scene with players such as Annie Siegal, "Professor' Jack Velker, Jack Lavin, 'The Colonel' John Fuhrman and others. In addition to working in a wide variety of other styles, he has toured, recorded with, and backed up an impressive roster of North American blues, jump/swing and rockabilly artists including: Harpdog Brown & the Bloodhounds, Jack DeKeyser ,Greg Demchuck & the Du-rite Aces ,Dogskin Suit ,The Dots ,Sherman Doucette & Tankful of Blues, Big Joe Duskin, Rick Fines, Amos Garrett ,Ronnie Heyward Trio, Colin James, Donald Ray Johnson , Steve Kozak , Ellen Macilwaine, Big Dave McLean, Nigel Mack, Herald Nix, Pinetop Perkins , The Rockin' Highliners, Lester Quitzau, Pat Savage, The Twisters , Johnny V. And Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne

Phill Albert is a sought after professional bassist. As a professional performer both on Double Bass and Electric Bass, Phill has played over 1000 shows in many styles including: jazz, classical, folk, R&B and Rock. He is proficient on many instruments including: drums, guitar, trumpet, electric and acoustic bass, and voice. Phill is a university graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Music in Jazz studies. Phill has performed with many musicians including: Hugh Fraser, Phil Dwyer, The Mike Harriot Big Band, Pat Coleman, Brent Jarvis, George McFetridge, Buff Allen, Ross Taggart, Brad Turner, Tony Genge, John Capon, Haley Sales, The Mother Tongue Band, Andrea Smith Band, Gerry Barnum Band, Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra, Sea to Sky Youth Orchestra, and many, many others. Phill also has extensive recording experience having played on over 50 recordings.

To book the Band, Contact: DEB RHYMER (250) 592-5764 | Victoria, British Columbia | CANADA

- Music samples off the Debut CD -

> START IT UP (MP3)
- with guest Karel Roessingh on organ

> WHAT CAN I DO? (MP3)
- with guest Paul Wainright on saxophone

> WHO NEEDS TEARS? (MP3)
- with guest Bill Johnson on guitar

Order the CD Today - DEB RHYMER (250) 592-5764 | Victoria, British Columbia | CANADA

- Some of my favourite weblinks -
Victoria Blues Society - Victoria Blues events	Blues Underground Network
Victoria Jazz Society and Blues Bash	Equimotion Pictures - Amazing Photography, horses etc
Rob Edwards - (Rock and Blues)	Bill Johnson CD Isle Bill Johnson Soundclick (West Coast Blues)
Helen Davies - (Musician/Writer)	Curl - (All Woman Rock and Blues Group)

We hope to see you all soon!