International Stage - The 'Muni', Colne, Lancashire
Monday Evening 29th August 2011

Gerry McAvoy's Band Of Friends - A Celebration Of The Music Of Rory Gallagher

The Band consists of musicians who played with Rory throughout his career:

Gerry McAvoy (Bass Guitar) played with Rory for 20 years; from 1971 to 1991 and because of this has a great insight into the man and his music. Gerry played on every album Rory ever made. He also wrote a book following his career, which was published in 2005. "Riding Shotgun" "On The Road" its German title. (ex Deep Joy/Champion Jack Dupree/Rory Gallagher Band/Nine Below Zero)

Ted McKenna (Drums) played with Rory from 1977 to 1981. Ted is a rock drummer's drummer. He has played with numerous rock legends and has recorded some of the top albums of our time. (ex Teargas/The Sensational Alex Harvey Band/Rory Gallagher Band/Greg Lake/Gary Moore/Michael Schenker Band)

Marcel ScherpenzeelL (Guitar) grew up with Rory's music and Gerry is quoted as saying "This is the closest guitarist to Rory you will ever hear" (ex Wolfpin)

The Band Of Friends is not a tribute to Rory, more of a celebration of his life and music".