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Jerome Tucker

Rich Greenspoon

Rich Greenspoon


Jerome Tucker born in the Philadelphia area is a lead vocalist/bass player who joined the US Navy as an electronics instructor and ended up in the Gulf Coastplaying for various blues and Cajun artists while moonlighting. After the Navy and co-writing a couple of tunes with Ivan Neville he moved to Chicago where the bulk of his career was 


Jerome Tucker born in the Philadelphia area is a lead vocalist/bass player who joined the US Navy as an electronics instructor and ended up in the Gulf Coastplaying for various blues and Cajun artists while moonlighting. After the Navy and co-writing a couple of tunes with Ivan Neville he moved to Chicago where the bulk of his career was formed playing bass and singing with Otis Rush, Dickey Betts, Warren Haynes, Larry McCray ( credited on Larry’s “Believe It” album), Eddie Clearwater, Teenie Hodges, Phil Guy, Melvin Taylor, Lonnie Brooks ect. Now living in GTA his band consists of Carl Harvey (Toots and the Maytals), Neil Brathwaite (Jacksoul, George Clinton, Wynton Marsalis), Rob Christian (Too many to list) Rich Greenspoon (Betty and the Bobs, Al Shorer). Playing many festivals per year, A Polished explosion of tight funky soulful blues is what they are.

Rich Greenspoon

Rich Greenspoon

Rich Greenspoon


Born and raised in Toronto, Rich has been a mainstay in The Toronto music scene for many years. 

As a player, Rich has performed and recorded with numerous artists in many different genres, including Rare Air, Oliver Schroer, Njacko Backo, Suzie Vinnick, Katherine Wheatly, Soozi Schlanger, Jack de Keyzer, Betty and The Bobs, David Woodhead


Born and raised in Toronto, Rich has been a mainstay in The Toronto music scene for many years. 

As a player, Rich has performed and recorded with numerous artists in many different genres, including Rare Air, Oliver Schroer, Njacko Backo, Suzie Vinnick, Katherine Wheatly, Soozi Schlanger, Jack de Keyzer, Betty and The Bobs, David Woodhead, David Celia, Waleed Abdulhamid, Anne Lindsay, Carlos del-Junco, Jaron Freeman Fox, Teresa Doyle, Wayna, and of course The Jerome Tucker Band.

As a professional, Rich is one of the few teachers recognized by the late master educator and venerable Jim Blackley, to teach his world-renowned system. Rich has been with Soul Drums since the beginning and brings over 25 years of teaching experience to the table. 

As a session drummer, Rich has more than 75 credits to his name, as well as more than 30 credits as a producer/engineer.

CARl Harvey

Rich Greenspoon

CARl Harvey

 

Carl Harvey's career in music spans over four decades, from the 70's when he recorded with reggae immortals such as Jackie Mittoo, King Tubby and Prince Jammy, a decade which for Harvey culminated with Willi Williams' international smash record Messenger Man and his own first solo album Ecstasy of Mankind, which has become a much sought-

 

Carl Harvey's career in music spans over four decades, from the 70's when he recorded with reggae immortals such as Jackie Mittoo, King Tubby and Prince Jammy, a decade which for Harvey culminated with Willi Williams' international smash record Messenger Man and his own first solo album Ecstasy of Mankind, which has become a much sought-after collector's item.

During that time, Carl Harvey joined Crack of Dawn, Canada's seminal black funk band that has recently reunited for several concerts and an album.

In 1980, he joined the literal originators of the word reggae, Toots & The Maytals. 33 years later, the band remains one of the top touring reggae bands in the world and have released 30 albums, Harvey, being on more than 15 of them including 2004's Best Reggae Album Grammy Award-winning, True Love

Carl Harvey has shared the stage with some of the world's most popular artists including The Rolling Stones, Dave Matthews, Bonnie Raitt and Sheryl Crow: headlining stages such as Glastonbury, Bonnaroo, WOMAD, Reggae on the River, Fuji Rock, SummerJam along with hundreds of others worldwide. 

Harveys solo album, The Times, has received wide ranging critical acclaim as well.

EVENTS 2024

Join us for our summer live concert performances - up beat and laid-back vibes. 

Get ready for the perfect soundtrack to your sunny days.

Nov 8th 2024

John Saunders Centre presents The Mike McCarthy Band

7:30

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9:30pm

80 Sandford Fleming Dr, Collingwood ON

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Nov 8th 2024

John Saunders Centre presents The Mike McCarthy Band

 

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Join us for an unforgettable evening with The Mike McCarthy Band at The John Saunders Centre. 


Doors 6:30PM 

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7:30

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9:30pm

80 Sandford Fleming Dr, Collingwood ON

Sept 14th 2024

SEPTEMBER 14th : Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues FEstival

6:55pm

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8:05pm

Stonebridge Centre Stage- Wasaga Beach

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Sept 14th 2024

SEPTEMBER 14th : Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues FEstival

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Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues is an international, award-winning music event featuring three days of top entertainmen...

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6:55pm

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8:05pm

Stonebridge Centre Stage- Wasaga Beach

August 4th 2024

Blue Mountain Village ~ Floating Stage

6pm

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8pm

Blue Mountain Village

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August 4th 2024

Blue Mountain Village ~ Floating Stage

Grab a seat on a patio or a paddle boat. We are excited be play on the unique floating stage at Blue Mountain Village!

6pm

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8pm

Blue Mountain Village

July 20th 2024

PRIVATE CONCERT

8pm

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10pm

Beaverton

July 20th 2024

PRIVATE CONCERT

8pm

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10pm

Beaverton

July 14th 2024

Music In The Park

6pm

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8pm

Thornbury

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July 14th 2024

Music In The Park

Join us in the beautiful setting on the water in picturesque Thornbury Ontario! Rain location The Marsh Street Theatre.

6pm

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8pm

Thornbury

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Bio

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   The Mike McCarthy Band is a Canadian musical ensemble celebrated for its dynamic fusion of alternative country, southern rock, and Canadiana influences. Led by the versatile singer-songwriter Mike McCarthy, the band delivers a captivating blend of heartfelt lyrics, gritty guitar riffs, and soulful melodies that resonate with audiences far and wide. Erica Prinn-McCarthy adds harmonies that infuse their sound with additional depth and richness, seamlessly blending with Mike McCarthy's lead vocals to create captivating melodies that linger in the hearts of listeners. With a periodic rotating roster of seasoned and talented musicians, The Mike McCarthy Band consistently delivers dynamic and engaging performance that showcase their versatility and musicality. A hard driving yet melodic sound that's irresistible to the ear and to dancing feet, the band defies categorization while remaining accessible to all who appreciate authentic, heartfelt music. The Mike McCarthy Band continues to leave an indelible mark on the music scene, inspiring and captivating audiences wherever they go.

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“Music produces a kind of pleasure which human nature cannot do without.” ― Confucius

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“Music is the great uniter. An incredible force. Something that people who differ on everything and anything else can have in common.” ― Sarah Dessen

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