Ray Russell, from Hailsham, is one of the most prolific recording artists in British Music history.
In November 2024, Ray presented his Hitman show at the Hailsham Pavilion, a surprise guest on the night was Rula Lenska, who performed with Ray in the 70s hit TV series Rock Follies and from Los Angeles, former band mate Chelsea Sykes joined Ray onstage for an impromptu jam. Now is your opportunity to see a full live gig with Ray’s enormously talented band.
Ray has had a long and successful career both as a session musician and a composer of library music, and won awards for his TV and film soundtrack work. He has performed with just a few notable artists…
George Harrison, Paul McCartney, Freddie Mercury, Jeff Beck, David Bowie, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cat Stevens, Van Morrison, Bryan Ferry, Phil Collins, Scott Walker, Art Garfunkel, Marvin Gaye, Gary Moore, Gil Evans, Mo Foster, Heaven 17, Jimmy Page, John McLaughlin, Andy Williams, Lulu and Tina Turner (check out “Let’s Stay Together” on Private Dancer) Georgie Fame and the Blue Flames, Simon Philips, Julie Covington, Sting, Eric Clapton, Bob Geldof, Donovan, Bonnie Tyler, Francis Rossi and Midge Ure to name only a few. And we’ve only just scratched the surface!
www.rayrussellmusic.com
Ian Palmer
A drummer from a very distinguished drumming family, Ian started at the age of 9, influenced by his two uncles Steve and Carl Palmer
Ian has performed in many groups, notable instrumentalists and writers including but not limited to Ray Russell, The Ghosts, Budapest, Martin Taylor, Dean Parks, Randy Brecker, Mark Egan, Gary Husband, George Fenton, Glenn Keiles, Mo Foster, Johnny Thirkell, Mike Clark, Bobby Shew, Rob McConnell, Georgie Fame, Alan Price, Gerard Kenny, Leo Sayer, Roy Wood, Joanne Shaw Taylor, Salena Jones, Nigel Kennedy, The Climax Blues Band, Jane McDonald, Stedman Pearson and the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO).
www.ianpalmer.com
Jim Watson
Pianist, Keyboardist Composer and Improviser.
Recent work includes Sting, Katie Melua, Kurt Elling, Chrissie Hynde, Gary Barlow, Marti Pellow, Paloma Faith, Chris Difford (Squeeze), Gary Moore, Midge Are, Incognito, Richard Bona, Raul Midon, Zero 7, Incognito, Meshell Ndegeocello amongst others..
www.jimwatson.net
George Baldwin
Composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist. Esteemed Bass player and Dingwall Bass artist.
The Mighty Boosh, Dani Wilde, The House and Garage Orchestra, Ray Russell Band, Mark Mondesir, Sustainiacs Storm Engine, PP Arnold (The Small Faces) Geno Washington
Special Guest – acclaimed session singer songwriter Jade Ruby Foreman
A vocal powerhouse, a singing tour de force. Lead Vocals with Ruby & The Revival, Session Singer, Songwriter for Sony Music.
Performed with Thunder, Graham Bonnet, Quireboys,
Tickets: £18 + fees
