biographical info
THE JASMIN BAILEY BAND
The band was first formed in 2003 as a duo with Jasmin Bailey from Montréal and Richard Uglow from Toronto. Jasmin sang and played percussions while Richard played on piano, bass pedals, and chromatic harmonica, together they sounded much bigger than a duo. In 2006 they marked they're signature of originality by collaborating with one of the country's best lyricist by the name of Johnny Blue, adding to their fans collections a new voice of jazz. Richard composing the music, John composing the lyrics and Jasmin's singing they introduced their new cd entitled To the change in you. Also in 2005 Mike McClulan, a well respected drummer and saxophone player was added to the list of J.B. band members. Now, With Mike's drumming and sax the band sounds much more than it is and is more than completed. All professional and experience jazz players and lovers, each player has history and adds their unique sound to enhance the band. Jasmin Bailey has become one of the busiest performers in the Toronto area. She has 3 steady gigs (Alleycatz, 1055 Restaurant and Bistro 171) as well as many one nighters including the Old Smith Bar (Old Mill restaurant), the distillery District and many private functions. She's been a guest vocalist on many independent c.d. projects over the last year. In and out of Toronto the band is well received by fans and jazz lovers throughout Canada.
More info on Jasmin Bailey an be found on her web site jasminbailey.com
lineup
Jasmin Bailey Vocals, Percussion
Richard Uglow Piano, Harmonica & Bass pedals
Johnny Blue Lyricist
Mike McClelland Drums, Sax