Bio

“GO for BROKE” Are an up-and coming Acoustic duo based in South Hampshire with modern acoustic sounds and a fresh twist on old favourites. Playing from a varied repertoire which covers songs in styles from 1950's rock and roll, 60's and 70's Soul and Motown hits Jazz,Blues, Classic Rock and even Pop! Including songs from artist such as: Jackson Five Stevie Wonder Nancy Sinatra Jack Johnson Amy Winehouse Ben E King & Elvis “GO for BROKE” have a little bit of something for everyone. The Duo consists of Lloyd Hinshelwood and Jade Xuereb two dedicated young musicians with experience in the local music community. Lloyd Hinshelwood 23 year old professional grade 8 guitarist living in Portsmouth. Played for 6 years gigging as lead guitarist within a band for 3. With a keen knowledge across many genres of music he takes inspiration from Classical Guitar, Jazz and Blues Legends. Lloyd definitely has a different style and puts his own stamp on popular songs. Currently studying for a Higher National Diploma in music performance aiming to finish it as a degree. Jade Xuereb 22 year old professional vocalist from Sholing 5 years gigging experience in and around Hampshire and even abroad as part of an 8-piece funk soul reggae band and also in a close harmony duo performing to backing tracks. Ex Calquohoun and Ma'Dreiqa Jade has been working solo on a set of acoustic original songs with edgy, conscious lyrics and refreshing melodies. “GO for BROKE” are busy working collaboratively on integrating some of the originals into their current set of popular covers by the summer with high hopes for 2010. “GO for BROKE” Have their own P.A and can offer an evening of entertainment 2 live forty-five minute sets with a compilation of songs on CD between specifically selected to complement the style of the duo's live act. Looking to add a third live set soon. Suitable for all ages and venues and Competitively priced “GO for BROKE” are available for Portsmouth gigs ... BOOKINGS by email [email protected][code][color="darkblue"][/color][b][/b][b]