GuilFest 2006. The 3 Day Guildford Music Festival on 14th, 15th and 16th July 2006

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Artist: Overdrive
Genre: Hard Rock
Performing: 17th July 2005 /Rock Sound Cave
Website Address:
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Formed early in 2003, Overdrive is a 5-member rock band.

As well as quality covers of legendary rock songs, the band is active in writing and performing their own material.

All from Hampshire, the band are all well qualified as musicians, and will stay together as they all move on to College in the next few months.

Their main influences in rock come from Queen, Guns ‘n’ Roses and Black Sabbath, including a particularly popular cover version of ‘Paranoid’.

Their own songs include Lone Ranger, All This Time and Safer Now Torn

Overdrive has performed at many gigs in their local area, including
Bordon Live aid
SNAP discos
Battle Of the Bands
Various gigs around schools

PROFILES

In order from left to right –

Ollie Greenwood - Drummer – Ollie is a well-established drummer, playing for over 4 years, completing all grades and working hard to further his technique and playing style.

Harry Frankish - Lead Guitarist – Playing for over 4 years, Harry has produced his own unique writing and performing style, which gives Overdrive a different and original sound.

Simon O'Neill - Vocals – Simon brings the band alive, producing melodies and lyrics the audience can easily get into.

Tim Bubb - Bass Guitar – Playing bass for a similar time as Harry on guitar. Thumping bass lines and complex riffs make Tim’s playing original and recognisable.

Nic Cracknell - Rhythm Guitarist – bringing his own ideas to the band, Nic plays a vital role in the Overdrive sound.

CONTACT

If you would like to know more about Overdrive, hear them play or make booking enquires, please telephone (UK) 01428 727070, or visit the Overdrive dedicated website at http://www.overdrivemusic.net

Thank you for your interest!