The Spirits Blues Band
An Entertainment Powerhouse
Masters of Rhythm & Groove!
Experience a genre-bending music experience! The Spirits Blues Band - seasoned veterans; ignite stages with raw energy and a captivating blend of roots, boogie, jazz, funk and the all important groove.
Step into their smoky, soulful realm where the roots of blues come alive with an electrifying twist.
This band breathes new life into the genre, infusing it with raw emotion, soaring saxophone, howling harmonica, blistering guitar solos, and a contagious rhythm that'll have you dancing in the isles!
More than revival, theirs is a time-traveling journey through blues history, delivering smokin' hot solos from a vast range of styles.
Guaranteed to electrify festivals, live concerts and main stream gigs.
Double the Blues Fire Power at Festivals:
The Spirits Blues Band aren’t a one act pony; they don't just bring a single style to a show – they can provide a double-barrelled blues attack.
Show 1:
History of the Blues – a deep dive into the Delta peppered with the mastery of Robert Johnson
This isn't your grandpa's history lesson - led by guitarist Alex McKeen, this show is a deep dive into the birth of the blues, showcasing the evolution of Delta slide guitar with raw power. Add six vocalists, howling harp and edgy sax for a red hot show!
Show 2:
The Spirits Blues Unleash a “Genre-Bending” Electric Set
Electric boogie, jazz, and funk explode in a sonic collision of rhythm and groove. Electric guitar, harmonica and sax add blistering improvisation for an unforgettable live experience!
This isn’t your typical blues band - it's a full-on Rhythm & Groove assault!
100% Overproof Entertainment!
The Spirits Blues Band Line Up
Alex McKean
Lead Guitarist + Vocals
Alex is a truly gifted guitarist who has been associated with The Spirits for over 35 years.
Alex has a wonderful attitude that permeates his playing; his style is definitely of his own creation and his dobro work is a great tribute to the earlier players of the Blues genre.
Ian Wilks
Harmonica + Vocals
Ian has been a driving force in The Spirits since the band's inception. He has had a wonderful career playing with some amazing Australian Blues talent which included fronting the band "Brother Goose".
Ian is known for his hard driving vocals and often haunting and howling harmonica; he has a passion for vintage tone and light and shade.
Roger Beare
Saxophone + Vocals
Roger Beare is the saxophonist in the line up, a wonderful player with very strong vocal ability; a country boy with an amazing flair for light and shade, with a tone that spells quality, never too much, just hitting the feel - often close to the edge; a very talented performer.
Lewis "Lazy-Boy" O'Neill
Rhythm Guitar + Vocals
Lazy-Boy is one unique rhythm guitarist, his style of chops and delivery are second to none. Few rhythm players have the discipline and drive to maintain the required balance and dynamics that a professional band delivers.
Lazy-Boy's attention to timing and detail are legendary, as is his quick humour and vocal ability - delivering those subtle lyrics for all Blues lovers.
Greg Lindner
Percussion + Vocals
Greg has had a great career playing in many lineups across the SE Qld music scene.
As a direct result of this broad experience Greg has become an excellent song writer and really has honed his production skills.
Lewis "Junior" Elliott
Bass + Vocals
In a rhythm dominant outfit like The Spirits, the bass role is pivotal to the band’s drive and focus. This role sits comfortably with Lewis “Junior” Elliott who began playing bass guitar & singing at a very young age.
Lewis’ roots are in the blues - his funky playing style totally complements The Spirits driven grooves!
Check out the limited release of the Hard Times
Blues Album from The Spirits Blues Band on vinyl
Here's a chance to secure a real piece of Australian Blues history
The Hard Times Blues album from 1990 remastered on vinyl!
Check The Hard Times Blues Album Sample audio here!
2024 has been another BIG year for The Spirits Blues Band!
