Meet Fox, the bass player extraordinaire of Coogee Bay Road Band. This Sydney-based legend brings a wealth of experience in the entertainment biz, mate. He’s done it all—from production and composition to recording, engineering, management, and touring. He’s the master of the bass guitar and backing vocals in our band.
Now, let’s talk about Fox’s epic musical journey. This bloke has worked with some of Europe’s biggest names in the industry. We’re talkin’ Goran Bregovic, Alen Islamovic, Zeljko Bebek, Bijelo Dugme, Bajaga, Aki Rahimovski – Parni Valjak, Zabranjeno Pusenje, Hari Mata Hari, Zeljko Joksimovic, Tuti Fruti Band, Zijo Valentino, Bolero, Crevena Jabuka, ET, Dalibor Brun, Lepa Brena, Seka Aleksic, Natasa Bekvalac, Halid Beslic, Haris Djinovic, and a whole bunch more. Phew! Talk about runnin’ with the big dogs!
Fox’s journey in music started at the ripe age of 16 when he joined his first band. They toured through Eastern Europe and Australia, rockin’ the stages and makin’ a name for themselves. In 2005, he dropped his debut album, and since then, he’s been busy writin’ and producin’ his own groovy tunes.
Now, for the last ten years, Fox has been tearin’ it up on stages across Sydney. You’ll catch him giggin’ at iconic pubs like the Golden Sheaf in Double Bay, North Bondi RSL, Scruffy Murphy’s, Revesby Workers Club, Penrith RSL, and many more. This bloke knows how to get a crowd jumpin’!
When it comes to influences, Fox’s taste is top-notch. He’s been inspired by the likes of Level 42, Eric Clapton, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Sting, AC/DC, George Michael, Michael Jackson, Sade, Chris Rea, Bee Gees, Queen, Prince, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, and the list goes on. He’s got a killer mix of musical inspiration runnin’ through his veins.
And let’s not forget the epic names of Fox’s bands and projects in Australia. We’re talkin’ Program Plus, Irish Rock Show, Squid Munchies, Sound District, Bang Bang, Cross Fire Hurricane (a Rolling Stones tribute band), Banger Brothers, Mighty Quim, Better Live, Stormceller, and Balkan Ethno Orchestra. These names alone are enough to get ya curious and ready to groove!
So, when you see Coogee Bay Road Band rockin’ the stage, know that Fox is the bass mastermind keepin’ the rhythm thumpin’. He’s got the experience, the talent, and the passion to make ya move and groove. Get ready for some bass-driven goodness, folks!
