Rio 5 - Who's Who?

Upcoming Gigs

Fri 13th Feb '09 - The County Hotel, Saltergate. Chesterfield.

Sat 25th April - The County Hotel, Saltergate. Chesterfield.

Weds 29th April - Royal Oak, Brampton. Chesterfield.

Dave Stone - Lead Vocals & Guitar

What can we say about this guy? What a voice, he has all the right moves, the charm and a wonderful stage presence to get your event rocking. His powerful yet mellow tones will have your guests dancing all night long.

Alternatively, just sit back and listen to his renditions of popular songs spanning the decades from classic 60's  rock 'n' roll, through 70's rock, to modern day hits and smooth ballads.

Dave started his singing career way back in the 70's with local bands before forming the original Rio 5 in 1979.  He's spent the last 8 years performing with the hugely popular "Silly Burgers" comedy band, but he yearned to  have his own band and Rio 5 was re-born in 2006.

  Ian Palfreyman - Lead Guitar & Backing Vocals

The man who made it all happen and put Rio 5 back together again. The band's musical director,     or so he likes to think! An all-round nice, friendly guy, unusual for a lead guitarist some might say!

On stage a competent musician who can adapt to a wide range of styles. He likes to chip in with   the occasional vocal harmonies, which complement the band's full, rich sound.

Symon Havenhand - Drums & Percussion

The engine room of the band, and they don't come more rock steady than Symon. He keeps us all   in check with his great sense of rhythm and control and will have the crowd dancing all night to the beat. A top quality drummer with great skill and many years experience to his credit. Just check out   his tackle!

Kevin Bloom - Keyboards

Wow! We are in awe of this man's talent on the keyboards. The other half of the band's "twins", and these seem to be inseparable. Kev and Dave Wilson have been playing in bands together since they were kids and it's evident in their on-stage rapport. Kev's playing gives the band that extra "something". Whether it's that 60's Hammond sound, rocking piano or a horns section, it sounds like we are touring with a full orchestra backing us. Respect!