The Band
In the drum seat is Timothy Jackson. Having only just turned 12 years of age, Tim is probably one of the best drummers of his age in the country (and definitely in his price range!). An "old school" hard-hitter of the skins, Tim is the driving force of the band and inspires everyone with his raw energy. He just loves making a noise - and he gets away with it! His main influence and drumming hero is Brian Bennett. Tim plays Tama drums with Remo skins. His kit also includes Zildjian custom K cymbals and a Roland SPD-20 drum synth, but his pride and joy is his 1977 Ludwig 400 Supraphonic snare drum.
Daniel Martin (aged 17) the lead guitarist of the Foot Tappers. He was the original lead guitarist of the Foot Tappers back when it started a few years ago and now has returned a year and a half later to continue his contribution to the band. During his leave he gained a wealth of experience playing with varying other band's and has come back better than ever. With the rest of the band also gaining experience during that time, the resulting line up is looking very promising. Daniel generally uses a Pinnacle amplifier along with a left handed Burns Marvin guitar.
This is Joel Jackson, rhythm guitarist (aged 17). His rhythm style is uncannily similar to Bruce Welch's, which is an important factor in why The Foottappers' sound is so accurate to The Shadows'. For some tunes Joel will take the lead, showing he is as versatile in playing styles as he is reliable when he plays rhythm. Joel uses a Pinnacle amplifier along with a Boss Super Chorus for his Bruce Welch chorus effect. When playing acoustic Joel uses Ibanez and Fender guitars with an AER Alpha amplifier.
Craig Dobson (aged 19) joined in February 2006. He plays bass guitar for the band and thoroughly enjoys it. His bass style is distinctive but he can still get the good old Shadows bass sound. A true four stringed plank slapper (thats the bass guitar if you're wondering), Craig goes from strength to strength, learning basslines from the record and then adapting them to his own unique style with new techniques and licks. Now and again Craig will make way for ex-Shadow Brian "Licorice" Locking, who occasionally appears as special guest with the band. Craig and Mr Locking have become great friends and occasinally swap the odd guitar riff or two.
The Foottappers play guitars by Burns London (Marvin guitars and Shadows bass) and Fender (Stratocasters and Precision Bass).
