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Every performer adopts a style
and technique that invariably is drawn from familiarity with that of a
mentor/idol, in Aled Williams' case this is undoubtedly Mark Knopfler. This young man's ability to recreate the guitar work, voice & illusion of Dire Straits
front man is beyond compare. Aled has studied Mark Knopfler in great detail to
be as close as possible to the real thing - not just vocally and Marks
trade-mark shirt, but to his guitar playing and technique. Any devout 'Straits' fan will agree that on the night he is barely distinguishable from the real thing. |
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Not content with being musical director and Band Leader, drummer Derek
Bisset lends his considerable ability and power to this already
formidable line up. A real professional, his track record is highly
impressive (& interminably lengthy!). With such a dedicated &
accomplished musician in charge, the inevitable result is Europes
premier Dire Straits Tribute Band. His passion for Music is clear and
his attention to detail to re-create MFN to be the closest as possible
to the real thing cant be faulted. Derek is also one of South Wales'
most respected and sought after drum teachers. |
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Bassist Paul Guy has attained a level of competence that ideally suits this ace tribute band. With his
roots now firmly in the Cardiff area his consistently solid backing has enabled MFN to confidently produce the unique feel of the Dire Straits line. His attention to
detail is very impressive and his professionalism and dedication means he has been a founder member of MFN along with Derek. His passion for music is clear. Now with
his own fan club too! Not to be missed! He certainly has ‘The Bug’! |
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Guitarist Alex Haines has been playing guitar since the age of 7 and performing since the age of 11. From rock to blues to jazz and beyond, Alex has proven to be a
versatile and experienced musician, and is constantly seeking out new ways around his instrument and pushing himself to learn new things. He is currently completing
a jazz guitar degree in Cardiff at The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama (and is also a 'secrect rocker' too!). He has also studied with some of the most renowned
American jazz guitarists in the world. He has a passion for all genres of 'real' music and takes pride in his thorough approach to capturing the sound of 'Dire Straits'
along with his other favourite guitarists, including Hendrix, Wes Montgomery and of course, David Knopfler. |
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Introducing the newest (and youngest!) member - Aidan is a self taught singer/songwriter who loves what he does and enjoys the challenges that playing in MFN
gives him as an instrumentalist. He has been singing and playing the piano since the age of 13 and has also taught himself other instruments including the guitar and
drums. A musician with very broad taste, Aidan takes in and absorbs all the best bits of music from across the genres and plays the part of those legendary keyboard
parts of Dire Straits like a true pro, re-creating them like he caught them the first time around! |
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Introducing Lisa-Marie - we are delighted to have Lisa on
board. Lisa has been performing for many years and has years of experience on the live circuit. She has performed all over the UK and abroad and also performed in
concert with the likes of Will Young to TNT (to name a few!). She is a Huge MFN & Dire Straits Fan and you cant fault her attention to detail. She is clearly
passionate about music and a dedicated true professional! She certainly might be ‘Calling Elvis!!’. |
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