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SSJ are a 4 piece rock band based in Milton Keynes.  They reflect the energy of the New City in their music. Their sets consist of good guitar rock from The Stones to the Stones Roses….. and beyond ... covering tracks from Feeder, the Foo Fighters and the Manics to name but a few.
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Jimmy

From the back streets of the Gorbals on the Southside of Glasgow, singer/guitarist Jimmy hit the streets of London in the early 80’s. Soon immersed in the heart of the 80’s music scene, Jimmy was one half of Exposure with ex-Toyah Guitarist Joel Bogen. He went on to play bass guitar and sing lead vocals with Mike Oldfield. He toured Europe extensively on bass and vocals for Mike and also with Bonnie Tyler. (... more )

Jez

One half of the engine room of SSJ is Cool Hand Jez on Bass.
Jez served his apprenticeship with various bands including Legacy - a Southern blues/rock band from St.Albans, The Escape Commitee - possibly the only bandto get a residency at The Kings Head in Fulham in the 80's. With Lavender Rose - a six piece band from Hatfield, he recorded the well received cd titled 'Bourbon Street' regularly on the London scene at gigs including 'The Mean Fiddler' ,'The Garage' and 'The Orange Club'. He then played in local Bedford band 'No Corners'. (... more )
  Jez

Big Dog
 
Big Dog

The other half of the engine room is Big Dog : Powerhouse Drummer & Illustrated Man. Big Dog is the backbone of SSJ. He keeps us all in time (mainly because he scares the shit out of us!!!).  ( ... more )

Wing Co K J Biggleswade III

Known to friends, family, taxmen and parole officers as Keef.  Seen here in classic "please don't arrest me till I've finished this song" pose....
  Keef

Jo
 
Jo Five Whiskies

Backing Vocals and Percussion - Jo's oral and rythym techniques greatly enhances the enjoyment of the band!   ( ... more )