John McCoy Broadcasting legend John McCoy reflects on his career spanning more than 50 years
Biography British bass guitarist. He also plays drums, trumpet, cello, double bass and is an independent producer. Trivia John played from 1980 to 1982 in Ian Gillian's solo band, recording the albums "Glory Road" (1980), "Future Shock" (1981) "Mutually Assured Destruction" (Single, 1981) "Double Trouble" (1981), "Magic" (1982) and "Live Wembly 17th December 1982" (2004)
Posed portrait of bass player John McCoy in 1983. News Photo Getty Images
A showman, multi-instrumentalist (cello, horns, guitar, drums…and upright) and beloved mainstay on the British metal scene since the 1970s, John has anchored numerous ensembles, some under his own name, and most notably in the service of Ian Gillan sans Deep Purple and with the late, great guitarist Bernie Torme.
John McCoy, bass player with GMT, playing at the Vibes from the Vines Festival 2006. Picture by
Chas Hodges, later of Chas and Dave, was the bass player. Jazz at its best here with Diz Disley, Stephane Grappelli, the bass player unknown, and Denny Wright. John McCoy can just be seen on the extreme left. George Melly visited The Kirk a few times. He is seen here during a concert in 1973. George Melly with John McCoy.
Interview with John McCoy of GMT 30 October
Brandon McCoy, St. John Bosco McCoy looked like the five-star prospect he's touted to be. He finished with 15 points and seven rebounds while leading the Braves in their win over Central..
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St. John Bosco's (Calif.) Elzie Harrington looks to the basket as the Braves take on the Central Bulldogs during the 39th Annual Bass Pro Shops Tournament of Champions at Great Southern Bank.
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John Matthew McCoy (born 9 March 1950) is an English bass guitarist, who is best known for his work with Ian Gillan and Mammoth as well as numerous other bands and sessions since the late 1960s. He also played in British rock trio Guy McCoy Tormé with former Gillan / Ozzy guitarist Bernie Tormé and Bruce Dickinson /Sack Trick drummer Robin Guy.
Teesside music legend John McCoy teams up again with 1960s charttopper Teesside Live
Heavy Metal/Hard Rock. Themes: N/A. Last label: Crook'd Records. Years active: 1991-1994, 2011-? Despite common belief, the band was not formed after the demise of Ray Gillen's project Badlands and Mike Starr's departure from Alice in Chains. According to Al Romano in the booklet of Lost Tracks, Sun Red Sun had existed since 1991 with him on.
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After taking guitar lessons from John McCoy for 2 years, I found John to be an excellent, versatile guitarist of various styles and an excellent instructor. He is very knowledgeable of music and guitar theory, technique of various genres, including Jazz, Rock, Blues, Classical and Spanish Flamenco.
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Only a few artists cut such imposing stage presence as John McCoy, also known as Big Bad Bald Bearded Bass Basher. Most people know him from the stint with GILLAN but that gig could be no more than a footnote in McCoy's musical biography which encompasses such diverse styles as fusion, progressive rock and punky heavy metal.
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How John Coltrane's 'My Favorite Things' Changed American Music.. pianist McCoy Tyner, just 21, a prodigy from Philadelphia; Steve Davis, upright bass, 31, also from Philly; and Elvin.
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Bassist and vocalist John Gustafson tribute from Mick Underwood and John McCoy by Heavy Rock
John Matthew McCoy (born c. 1950, Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England), is an English bass guitarist, who is best known for his work with Ian Gillan and Mammoth as well as numerous other bands and sessions since the late 1960s. He currently plays in British rock trio Guy McCoy Torm with former Gillan
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(Image credit: Getty Images) There has never been a dull moment in Ian Gillan's epic career. "It's hardly surprising," the veteran singer agrees. "My first bands were The Moonshiners and The Javelins back in 1962 - so it's been 45 years since I started."
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John McCoy - Bass Guitar, Rhythm Guitar. Composers include Paul Samson, Nicky Moore, Ian Ellis, Chris Aylmer and Barry "Thunderstick" Purkis. "P.S.." (view cover artwork here) track listing:
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Interview: JOHN McCOY. The legendary bassist, famed for his bald head and mammoth beard, has played with Gillan, Mammoth, Samson and Zzebra to name but a few. He has a new project underway and is overseeing the release of more live Gillan material and the late Paul Samson's last album.
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JOHN McCOY: "Bass Solo", as a member of GILLAN, 1979.
