PBUG
& Spring/Summer 2019
Since forming in 2008 the band has been taking the UK Funk scene by storm, building its loyal fan base and sweeping reviewers off their feet in a blitz of energy, showmanship and ferocious musical talent. In 2013 they were nominated for "Best Live UK Show of the year" at the UK's "Jazz FM" Awards. Last year the band released their first album "Stand up" in Japan, to rave reviews. This Spring an expanded version of "stand up" will be released in Europe, digitally on CD and on vinyl!
The band is led by star drummer Pete Ray Biggin, the band's MD and predominant songwriter. PBUG's musicians are a who's who of the hottest session players on the London scene. The band also features some of London's greatest singers, including Teni Abosede, Chenai Zinyuku, Moni Tivony, Dan Pearce a.k.a DTale, Alex Buchanan, Tony Momrelle, Brendan Reilly and the rappers MOD and Chima.
The band has toured worldwide and sold out shows at iconic London venues including Ronnie Scott's, Under The Bridge and Jazz Café. As well as heading many internationally acclaimed festivals such as the "La Défense Jazz Festival", Enghien Jazz Festival and Gronignen Jazz Festivals.
PBUG sera en tournée en Europe tout au long de l'année 2018.