Who are Souled Asylum ?

The band consists of :


Vocals         - Ian Crawford
Vocals         - Michelle McInness
Vocals         - Lisa Falconer
Vocals         - Louise Smith
Vocals         - Sara McWilliam

Keyboards      - Ken Rothnie
Guitar         - Jim Thompson
Drums          - Simon Abbott
Bass           - Mike Rowe
Guitar         - Mark Brankin

Tenor Sax      - Colin Austin
Trumpet        - Sandy Duthie
Baritone Sax   - David Hair
Alto Sax       - Alastair Thomson
Trombone       - Julie Smith

SoundMan       - Ian Johnston
Lightman       - Billy McPhee
Roadie         - Billy the Kid

		  


[ Here we go again!]

Logistics for gigs has to be carefully planned (this is a local band remember) and roadying is done by some of the more dedicated band members. Try and get roadies for a soul band!

The load in, set-up and sound checks usually take 4-6 hours after which the half knackered crew search out local hosteleries for the obligatory steak pie and chips before the gig.

But, "forget sex, drugs & rock 'n' roll, just give us a nice cuppa tea!"........pictured below some members of the band and road crew settling into a break during a hard Saturday afternoon setup regime.

 

Finally, below here's where Ian (Sound) and Billy (Lights) hang-out....................the mixing console and lighting desk are usually situated nearest the bar........:-)

 


Words by Mike Rowe mike@souledasylum.co.uk, Html & photos by Ian Johnston