MEET THE POCKET ROCKERS

The Pocket Rockers formed in 2015 when Gary, Wil and Hugh first met and realized that they all had the same goal of creating one of the most fun, energetic and professional band that Hampshire has ever seen.

Since then they have worked hard to create a varied, popular and upbeat repertoire of songs. These songs create a live show like no other. The only way to describe it is Pocket Rocking Music.

They love what they do and bring that passion to every performance, large or small.

The Band loves nothing more than when you and your guests are dancing and singing along. This is why every event is treated like the most important of the year.

With many years experience in playing to live crowds from your local pub all the way to football stadiums, you can be confident that they will bring a show for everyone to enjoy.

Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar

Gary

Gary has been playing guitar and singing since he was 16. Originally from Northern Ireland he has been in various party/function bands and enjoys nothing more than playing music and entertaining.

He has played many gigs all over Hampshire from Weddings, Corporate Functions, Birthday parties to some easy listening acoustic music at your local pub.

Gary is a founding member of The Pocket Rockers with Wil & Hugh. They started in 2015 and they haven’t looked back since.

Favourite Band : Oasis
Favourite Single : Everlong – Foo Fighters

Backing Vocals, Bass Guitar

Wil

Wil has been playing bass since the turn of the century and has been a member of the Pocket Rockers since 2015, he’s never far from his instrument of choice and likes nothing more than playing in front of crowds of people having a great time.

In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his wife, going to the gym, watching other bands play and keeping up with Formula 1 Motorsport.

He’s an avid fan of Phil Lynott, Frank Turner, Movie theme tunes and songs that get people dancing.

Favourite Song: Jailbreak, Thin Lizzy
Favourite Album: Tape Deck Heart, Frank Turner
Favourite Moment in the Pocket Rockers: Playing a show in a haunted pub and a clock falling off the wall

Backing Vocals, Lead Guitar, Harmonica

Hugh

Hugh’s been playing guitar for as long as he can remember. Music has always been a passion for him and it shows in his playing and performance. He has played in many bands over the years, and performed all over Hampshire and in parts of London. His largest gig to date was at St Marys Football Stadium, to 35,000 people, as the opening support act for Bon Jovi’s UK tour in 2008.

In his spare time he is a huge geek. He plays D&D regularly, likes going to the cinema, listening to music, playing board games and building guitar pedals.

He’s also a qualified Snowboard Instructor in Canada, and a Videographer by day.

Favourite Album : Everything In Transit – Jacks Mannequin

BASS

Rob

Rob the Pocket Rocker attempts to play bass.

Rob has played and toured with artists such as Kelly Clarkson, Craig David, west life and more.

Having played in Asia, Europe and America, Rob will try to get you in the groove at your event!

Favourite Album : Too many to choose from but think Prince, Pink Floyd and Michael Jackson.

DRUMS, PERCUSSION, SAMPLES

DAVE

Putting the beats to your feet, Dave is the newest recruit to the Pocket Rockers. Having invested in 5yrs of weekly piano lessons for him, Dave decided to repay his parents by announcing, aged 12, it was time to move to the drums, following some chance lunchtime sessions on the school drum kit. Since then Dave has played small venues, big venues, productions, churches, dungeons, biker festivals, Girl Guide festivals, weddings, parties, and night clubs in a number of local originals and tribute bands. Dave’s favourite thing about the Pocket Rockers, other than the magnificent people he gets to party with, is no longer having to remove eye make up, wig tape or spandex the next morning like his most recent bands, although he remains open to requests.

When Dave isn’t drumming, thinking about drumming or buying new drumming things, he can be found out cycling, trail running, hiking, or thereafter cooking something massively experimental but more often than not, relatively edible too.

If his parents ask, he still practices the piano weekly.

Favourite album: Dave’s too indecisive to do favourites - but Shinedown, Alterbridge, Paramore, Black Stone Cherry, the Foos and Radiohead for sure feature highly in the most played list

SOUND ENGINEER

CHRIS

The reason that the Pocket Rockers sound so good, is because of Chris.

Chris is our resident Sound Engineer, he knows exactly how to make us sound our best every time that we play. That allows us to focus on playing and performing at our best.

Chris has always had an interest in playing music. In the 70s and 80s he was a mobile DJ, designing and building his own audio and lighting equipment with the emphases on clear sound.

Favourite album : Dark Side of the Moon – Pink Floyd.

Vicky Park Festival 2018 - The Pocket Rockers

LEAD VOCALS, RHYTHM GUITAR

GARY

Gary has been playing guitar and singing since he was 16. Originally from Northern Ireland he has been in various party/function bands and enjoys nothing more than playing music and entertaining.

He has played many gigs all over Hampshire from Weddings, Corporate Functions, Birthday parties to some easy listening acoustic music at your local pub.

Gary is a founding member of The Pocket Rockers with Wil & Hugh. They started in 2015 and they haven’t looked back since.

Favourite Band : Oasis
Favourite Single : Everlong – Foo Fighters

BACKING VOCALS, LEAD GUITAR, HAMONICA

HUGH

In his spare time he likes going to the cinema, listening to music, playing board games and building guitar pedals.

He’s also a qualified Snowboard Instructor in Canada, and a Videographer by day.

Favourite Album : Everything In Transit – Jacks Mannequin

BASS

ROB

Rob the Pocket Rocker attempts to play bass.

Rob has played and toured with artists such as Kelly Clarkson, Craig David, west life and more.

Having played in Asia, Europe and America, Rob will try to get you in the groove at your event!

Favourite Album : Too many to choose from but think Prince, Pink Floyd and Michael Jackson.

Dave - The Pocket Rockers - Denmead Corronation Street Party

DRUMS, PERCUSSION, SAMPLES

DAVE

When Dave isn’t drumming, thinking about drumming or buying new drumming things, he can be found out cycling, trail running, hiking, or thereafter cooking something massively experimental but more often than not, relatively edible too.

If his parents ask, he still practices the piano weekly.

Favourite album: Dave’s too indecisive to do favourites – but Shinedown, Alterbridge, Paramore, Black Stone Cherry, the Foos and Radiohead for sure feature highly in the most played list