It’s been a while…
Well…. 2023 is going to be a big year for us. We’ll be continuing to release single’s EVERY MONTH leading up to the physical album release in May, with a release party at The Frog & Fiddle in Cheltenham. Don’t worry we’ll make sure you can get the album via mail order too.
In the next few days Tubby Tom with be dropping a Colab sauce for our single Salt Tequila and Lime….
In the next few days Tubby Tom with be dropping a Colab sauce for our single Salt Tequila and Lime….
Keep in touch via Instagram and Tiktok and be sure to follow us on Spotify and/or Apple Music
Hello 2022
Hello 2022! It’s been a while….. and we’ve been busy. We’ve just finished our album; Burnt Orange Michigan. And we’ll be releasing a single every month until we release the album itself.
Make sure you follow us on Spotify or Apple Music and you’ll get a kick ass track on the last Friday on the month, starting 29th July with Amplified
This also coincides with us playing the Rock, Blues and Custom show in Derbyshire! See ya at the bar!
Make sure you follow us on Spotify or Apple Music and you’ll get a kick ass track on the last Friday on the month, starting 29th July with Amplified
This also coincides with us playing the Rock, Blues and Custom show in Derbyshire! See ya at the bar!
Hello 2021
Well, well, well….. what a strange years it’s been, but we are back. As you can see from the picture above, we’ve had some changes. Karolina has stepped down from the band with the exciting new thats she’s pregnant. That left us with a entry drum throne, and some shinnanigans we welcome Dean to the band. Octavius and Dean have worked together before and it’s been great to get back to playing.
We have some gigs in the pipe line so keep an eye out for those.
We have also released a single, taken from our live lock down live stream; Amplified!
Check out the posts below for more details of both…
We have some gigs in the pipe line so keep an eye out for those.
We have also released a single, taken from our live lock down live stream; Amplified!
Check out the posts below for more details of both…
Amplified (Live) single
Sound Shack Studios Lockdown Live Stream!
Radio Desperado
Since the CoVid-19 outbreak many things have changes, obviously we have had to postpone a number of gigs! What hasn’t change is WE LOVE MUSIC! So, we are trying to do a number of things to make your isolation/social distancing more fun. Firstly we would like to share our Radio Desperado on Stationhead find a link below, and check out some of our favourite music, and eventually we’ll have some live shows with the band! #StaySafe #SquashTheSombero
2020!!!!
After a great end to 2019, we are back bigger than ever for 2020. First Practice already done, and work starts on the preparation for getting back in the studio to record some new sounds for you! Plan is get release songs throughout the year, building up to the full album release. We are still going to have our energy filled New Wave of Classic Rock sound, but expect some bigger tunes, bigger arrangements and the occasional kitchen sink thrown in for good measure!
We have plenty of gig already in the diary, have a look at The Desperados LIVE page, but we are working behind the scenes to get some juicy festival slots too!
We have plenty of gig already in the diary, have a look at The Desperados LIVE page, but we are working behind the scenes to get some juicy festival slots too!
Smokey Joe’s- 14/12/19
On Saturday we are joined by the newly solo Louisa GAYLARD, and the 2 headed blue Titan Hard Starts.
Doors 8pm
Music starts 8:30
£5OTD
Doors 8pm
Music starts 8:30
£5OTD
Harley-Davidson Christmas
As the official house band of Harley-Davidson Cheltenham it was great to be back for this special event. Thanks to Dean Rhoads for some great pictures and we are already looking forward to the summer open day on 5th July!
Great Pictures from Socialable Beers.
Thanks to Brett Williams for his great pictures from our Worcester gig!
The Pilot Inn, Hardwick
We had a great time at Cafe René last Friday, and we are back in Gloucestershire on Saturday, this time at The Pilot Inn. Free entry, starts 8pm.
Sociable Beers Co, Worcester
This Friday (18th October) we return to this great microbrewery to play some tunes! Music starts at 8:30om with FREE ENTRY!
Southern Rock @ThePlayhouse
We had an amazing night supporting The Album Project at The Playhouse in Cheltenham. Chance to take to a bigger stage and play a set of Desperados originals that really fit with the nights Southern Rock theme. The 8 strong Album Project performed a set of classics including Hard To Handle, Call Me The Breeze, and of course Sweet Home Alabama.
Thanks to Simon for asking us, and Dylan, Marcus and Ed for all their hard work, and of course everyone who rocked up to rock out on a Monday evening (photo credit- Barnaby Eaton-Jones)
Thanks to Simon for asking us, and Dylan, Marcus and Ed for all their hard work, and of course everyone who rocked up to rock out on a Monday evening (photo credit- Barnaby Eaton-Jones)
Dex Audio
Blake Visited Oliver Angel at Dex Audio to chat about guitars, modded pedals and being a sponsored artist.
La Chica at 30!
Blake’s guitar La Chica has become an integral part of The Desperados’ sound, and in many ways iconic to the band as a whole, her picture has adorned Facebook, Instagram and Twitter profile pictures over the years.
This year marks her 30th birthday so we thought we would some something a bit special for the old girl, and tell you a bit about her.
La Chica is a Japanese made Charvel, for a long time incorrectly described as a Mod 7, the toothpaste Charvel logo on the headstock actually makes her even rarer; she is in fact a Legend!! The Legend was part of the contemporary line of Charvels make in the late 80’s/early 90’s with The Legend only being made in 1989.
Blake bought the guitar from PMT in Birmingham in the early 2000s for £250 (the price sticker is still on the back of the guitar) and was a second guitar very rarely used live, until Blake started playing open mic nights in Cheltenham. Rather than using his more expensive Fender Stratocaster, or more fragile Epiphone Sheraton he opted to us the Charvel as ‘a guitar that I didn’t mind a drunk being sick on!’ However the sound and feel became a favourite, the over wound pick ups having power and bottom end for riffs, but still clear articulation for solos.
La Chica gets her name from the Mexican roots of the band, and from the ‘pin-up girl’ sticker below the bridge. In more recent times Blake added a ‘Green Sugar’ Right-On strap, and is always strung with Rotosound ‘Yellow’ 10’s. As a present for her birthday she received a custom stencilled flight case.
‘She’s a very special guitar, very much one of a kind. You can keep your Strats and Les Pauls, because they can only do half the job, La Chica, she can do anything!! - Blake Sanders The Desperados
This year marks her 30th birthday so we thought we would some something a bit special for the old girl, and tell you a bit about her.
La Chica is a Japanese made Charvel, for a long time incorrectly described as a Mod 7, the toothpaste Charvel logo on the headstock actually makes her even rarer; she is in fact a Legend!! The Legend was part of the contemporary line of Charvels make in the late 80’s/early 90’s with The Legend only being made in 1989.
Blake bought the guitar from PMT in Birmingham in the early 2000s for £250 (the price sticker is still on the back of the guitar) and was a second guitar very rarely used live, until Blake started playing open mic nights in Cheltenham. Rather than using his more expensive Fender Stratocaster, or more fragile Epiphone Sheraton he opted to us the Charvel as ‘a guitar that I didn’t mind a drunk being sick on!’ However the sound and feel became a favourite, the over wound pick ups having power and bottom end for riffs, but still clear articulation for solos.
La Chica gets her name from the Mexican roots of the band, and from the ‘pin-up girl’ sticker below the bridge. In more recent times Blake added a ‘Green Sugar’ Right-On strap, and is always strung with Rotosound ‘Yellow’ 10’s. As a present for her birthday she received a custom stencilled flight case.
‘She’s a very special guitar, very much one of a kind. You can keep your Strats and Les Pauls, because they can only do half the job, La Chica, she can do anything!! - Blake Sanders The Desperados
The Stable/Harley Davidson and The Playhouse!
Last Friday we revisited The Stable, Cheltenham. Thanks to Ben and the team for making us very welcome and everyone who turned out for a great night!
Next gigs up are Wings and Wheels in Epping, and closer to home, we are the official house band of Harley Davidson Cheltenham, playing their summer BBQ event, Sunday 7th of July. On Monday 8th, we are supporting The Album Project at Cheltenham playhouse for a night of Southern Rock.
Stay tuned for more gig news, and an exciting series of videos we have planned!
Next gigs up are Wings and Wheels in Epping, and closer to home, we are the official house band of Harley Davidson Cheltenham, playing their summer BBQ event, Sunday 7th of July. On Monday 8th, we are supporting The Album Project at Cheltenham playhouse for a night of Southern Rock.
Stay tuned for more gig news, and an exciting series of videos we have planned!
Frog & Fiddle - Brushy One String
Amazing gig supporting the one and only king of the One String Guitar - Brushy One String! Also Blake’s Stag-Do gig (is that a thing?....‘tis now!) Next gig you ask...this Friday at The Station Hotel, Gloucester
Tenacious Desperados
Our first outing with the new line up, and it was a scorcher!!!! The Stable Cheltenham has asked for a special favour, a set of Tenacious D songs, and we are always eager to oblige. Playing some D classics, like Wonderboy, Tribute and of course Fuck Her Gently, we rounded off the night with some originals and some classic rock. Thanks to everyone who came out to see us, and we hope all those that took on the insanely hot pizza all the best!
Octavius Fox!
We are excited to announce our new Bass Player; Octavius Fox! We had some amazing people come to try out, and the where all excellent, But Octavius won the spot with his dapper dress, excellent beard game, and awesome bass chops!
...and then there where two.
Times change, bands change. Currently we are on the hunt for a new bass player, if you think you might hav what it takes to walk with The Desperados then get in touch! We have some awesome dep’s lined up in the meantime and we may event go all White Strips/ Black Keys/ Hard Stairs on a couple of gigs too!
Smokey Joe’s(Slight Return)
In preparation for our year of gigs, we are back to try out some new songs, show off some new covers, and most of all have a good time! This time we are ably supported by the amazing Louisa Gaylard.
Desperados/Beaver and The Foghorns
We always have a great time at Smokey Joe’s and this time we joined forces with the mighty Beaver and The Foghorns!
A great turn out and a rarcous crowd make for a brilliant night!
A great turn out and a rarcous crowd make for a brilliant night!
Smokey Joe’s 26th Jan
This Saturday we are back at one of our favourite venues, Smokey Joe’s in Cheltenham. This time we are joined by Beaver and The Foghorns. COME ALONG £3 OTD
Dublin Castle, Camden
Bringing our own brand of brand of blues rock to one of the legendary music venues of the Capital. The Dublin Castle has seen its fair share of talent over the years, including Blur, Amy Winehouse and The Hawthornes. Abley supported by Riffout and Lung Fuild we headlined the Friday night. Look out for some photos and an interview with Is It Loud Enough? Maganazing soon.
Dublin Castle, Camden
Pack the van, Set the SatNav, stock up on snacks and Red Bull, it’s a ROAD TRIP! We are heading for London for our first gig in the capital. And it’s not just any gig, we are playing the legendary Dublin Castle!
Sociable Beer Company Worcester.
The fantastic people at The Socialable Beer Company asked us back and how could we refuse!! Read our set reviewed by RhythmBooze/SLAP magazine editor Graham Munn (Photo Credits- Graham Munn)
Another chilly night in the dark backstreets of Worcester, the warm, crowded Sociable Beer Company, looked inviting, and Cheltenham barnstorming band, The Desperados, were setting up, just the other side of the glass. Time for a beer.
The trio, Blake, Robbie and Karolina, certainly look the part, A heavily bearded Blake, leading from the front, like a Ned Kelly figure, they bring a crunching rock groove, with blues stripes, that demands you ‘let your hair down’ and party. They’re soon steaming across the Southern States, in ‘Mississippi King’, a ripping rock blues, sees Robbie paddling his bass in the humid air. The engines building up to full pressure for a cracking, ‘Hard To Handle’, that could just be, Karolina, as she thrashes her drums and batters the cymbals into submission.
We’re in a brewery, so it only seemed right to bump up the rhythm, with Robby and Karolina firing in their salvo’s, Blake leading the way into, ‘Beer Drinkers And Hell Raisers’, with guitar chaser to follow through on this heady round. A mad ass’d, ‘When The House Is Rocking’, rocked the joint, as we headed toward a break, but not before Blake took the sting out a little, with a lovely mellow, slow blues rock of, ‘Wicked Game’, lifting the throttle a little, before stamping back down with a second set.
Their own sultry blues, lifted from their EP, ‘Foxy Lady’, regained the attention of a crowded Sociable Beer Company, self named, ‘The Desperados’, bit hard into the night, axes threatening everyone in reach, as expected from this gang of renegades. A firecracking, ‘Jumpin Jack Flash’, had the feet stomping to the old Stones favourite.
A rich seem of blues coloured this second set, ‘Born Under A Bad Sign’, ‘The Thrill Is Gone’, giving Blake his BB King moment, the ever addictive sound of ‘Cocaine’, not to mention a touch of Hendrix, in the form of, ‘Voodoo Chile’. No guitars behind the head stuff, but Robby was making up for that by airing his bass, and striking a pose or two, the band signed off with Robby standing high on a table, hair flowing, bandana tied around his wrist, Blake and Karolina, are having fun, ‘Going Down Slow’. It had been a wildly entertaining evening, in a venue that was new to me, but obviously not to the crowd who had filled the place, bringing an ambience and badly needed warmth to the evening, The Desperados, escaped back to Cheltenham, but no doubt will be raiding Worcester regularly in the new year, well worth looking out for, a fun, filled, hard rocking gig.
Words And Photo Graham Munn
The trio, Blake, Robbie and Karolina, certainly look the part, A heavily bearded Blake, leading from the front, like a Ned Kelly figure, they bring a crunching rock groove, with blues stripes, that demands you ‘let your hair down’ and party. They’re soon steaming across the Southern States, in ‘Mississippi King’, a ripping rock blues, sees Robbie paddling his bass in the humid air. The engines building up to full pressure for a cracking, ‘Hard To Handle’, that could just be, Karolina, as she thrashes her drums and batters the cymbals into submission.
We’re in a brewery, so it only seemed right to bump up the rhythm, with Robby and Karolina firing in their salvo’s, Blake leading the way into, ‘Beer Drinkers And Hell Raisers’, with guitar chaser to follow through on this heady round. A mad ass’d, ‘When The House Is Rocking’, rocked the joint, as we headed toward a break, but not before Blake took the sting out a little, with a lovely mellow, slow blues rock of, ‘Wicked Game’, lifting the throttle a little, before stamping back down with a second set.
Their own sultry blues, lifted from their EP, ‘Foxy Lady’, regained the attention of a crowded Sociable Beer Company, self named, ‘The Desperados’, bit hard into the night, axes threatening everyone in reach, as expected from this gang of renegades. A firecracking, ‘Jumpin Jack Flash’, had the feet stomping to the old Stones favourite.
A rich seem of blues coloured this second set, ‘Born Under A Bad Sign’, ‘The Thrill Is Gone’, giving Blake his BB King moment, the ever addictive sound of ‘Cocaine’, not to mention a touch of Hendrix, in the form of, ‘Voodoo Chile’. No guitars behind the head stuff, but Robby was making up for that by airing his bass, and striking a pose or two, the band signed off with Robby standing high on a table, hair flowing, bandana tied around his wrist, Blake and Karolina, are having fun, ‘Going Down Slow’. It had been a wildly entertaining evening, in a venue that was new to me, but obviously not to the crowd who had filled the place, bringing an ambience and badly needed warmth to the evening, The Desperados, escaped back to Cheltenham, but no doubt will be raiding Worcester regularly in the new year, well worth looking out for, a fun, filled, hard rocking gig.
Words And Photo Graham Munn
