Grumpy Old Men are based in Ottawa, Ontario and got together in the fall of 2014 to play some of their favourite songs. Since then they have performed at many venues in the Ottawa area, including: Busters, Baseline Station, Lucky 7 (Embrun), McCloskeys Hotel (Chesterville), The Carleton Tavern, The Neighbourhood Pub, Fatboy's Southern Smokehouse, The Newfoundland Pub, along with a number of Royal Canadian Legions. So if you like classic rock, blues or country, come out, catch us live and sing along !
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John: Vocals / Guitar / Harmonica / Accordion John started playing and writing at the age of 15 and has performed with various bands and venues in the Ottawa and surrounding area ever since. His band Ruckus was a very popular party band in the 70s with many different members over the years. His influences range from The Beatles to country and everything in between, as well as a large Irish repertoire. He has released a solo CD called "Songs Of Life" that is available on most streaming services. John is very comfortable on stage and enjoys getting the audience involved in the music and interacting with the band. |
Garry: Guitar / Vocal / Harmonica
Garry brings his stage experience and musical craftsmanship to the group. Garry grew up listening to early rock and roll pioneers along with other influential bands from the "British Invasion" era. Through the years, Garry has played in various bands in and around the Ottawa area and he recently developed an interest in bluegrass and country music. A versatile guitarist, Garry's distinctive voice suits the music of the era of Buddy Holly and of Southern rock. Garry passed away December 1, 2021. |
Roy: Bass / Vocals
Roy began developing his skill as a musician in the late 70's in the comedy/pop duo Brain Damage, performing in many of the landmark bars and clubs in Ottawa. A regular of Carleton University's Roosters Cafe, Roy developed a fan following and reputation, not only as a singer and instrumentalists, but as a songwriter. As a member of Brain Damage, Roy has recorded and produced 5 studio albums and 2 live albums, along with 1 album as a member of the group The Daralyx. From 1987 to 2015, Roy was a member of band Royal Albert and the Collection and was featuring on to albums "Live At Lipps" and "New Years Eve 1988" |
Paul: Drums / Vocals
Paul's claim to fame is that he was the only person expelled from the Pete Best School of Drumming. For years he has been an unemployed drummer looking for a band who would let him play and sing and he has finally found that with the Grumpy Old Men. In his spare time he enjoys judging beauty contests and running in horse races. His light drumming has earn him the nickname "Tiny Taps". |