Our Story
Now in their tenth year, having performed more than 700 shows, a national mailing list exceeding 2,800, The J45s are established as a premier Rock, Soul Americana attraction in the South East.
Explosive London based 4-piece taking the covers scene by storm! Incredible lead vocals, world-class musicianship and a fresh approach to covers make The J45s the number one choice.
The band is Chris, Davey, Tony and John originally formed The J45s for just a few gigs to support 'The Strappin' Jocks.'
Having a good comprehensive repertoire they have released two CDs 'For The Record' and One For The Road'.
Embracing what they do, don't take themselves seriously and can be caught chatting with audience members having a pint and a good laugh after a gig.
Testimonials
"The J45s are familiar and fresh, energetic, personal and charming!"- The Southern Belle - Fulham
"This band performs an unfaltering brand of good-time rock'n'roll, soul, blues, and hits from the past four decades with their own unique flair while retaining all the impact and flavor of the original." - Bob Manalle - London FM Radio DJ
So what's is so special about this band? Quite simply raising the bar in live entertainment!
'This band may not look like your typical rock stars however they can certainly keep an audience dancing! - Mark Foulger - Manager of King William IV in Horsley
Fun, exciting, mesmerizing! The J45s perform with the skills of any major rock band! - Charlie House - CrowdPleaser Mag - 2019
Tony Muschamp - Tony has performed with David Soul, Billy Joel, Billy Cobham plus many others as well as teaching electric bass in Los Angeles
Chris Davidson -
Possesses more acoustic string instruments that Denmark St in London.
Chris was also a sommelier a few years back.
Davey Galt -
Dave can play guitar both left and right-handed. David also plays guitar with The Zarrs
John C - John is the only person we know to have eaten 'The Curry From Hell' twice in the Rupali restaurant in Newcastle.
While playing with The Pretty Things in 1984 John also performed live on television with Jimmy Page and Robert Plant.
Own PA
Own lights
Equipment PAT tested
Insured (PLI)
MU member
Notable Deps for The J45s
Vocals - Simon Cowl, John Anthony, Sean Logan
Bass - Terry Peaker, Eddie Masters, John Gordon
Drums - Chris Hunt, Alf Mitchell, Chris Sharley, Alex Tchaikovsky