Elko Concerts presents
Sons Of Cream
BIO
The band Cream were one of the first rock supergroups to emerge from the British rhythm and blues movement of the 1960s. They fused their love of the blues with elements of pop, rock, psychedelia, folk and African rhythms, producing an unprecedented blend of superlative songwriting with powerful improvisation.
Now, nearly 60 years after the trio of Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce burst onto the global scene, the kids of one of the most iconic bands of all time are breathing fresh life into the family legacy with their project SONS OF CREAM, and will be on tour playing 25 shows across the UK and USA this Summer.
Celebrating the legendary music of their fathers, Ginger’s son Kofi Baker and Jack’s son Malcolm Bruce are joined by Ginger’s grandnephew Rob Johnson in performing Cream classics as well as select songs from other related bands of the period such as Blind Faith, Ginger and Eric’s band with Steve Winwood and Ric Gretch. Quite simply, it’s a not to be missed concert of blistering Blues Rock performed by the true inheritors of this unique and unparalleled tradition.
But this isn’t your typical tribute act that plays the music exactly as it was performed before. Kofi and Malcolm have inherited a unique and multidimensional pedigree. It is purely second nature for them to dive inside the music, bringing it alive, like a living organism, constantly morphing into something new. This to them is what the essence of this music contains. And although they have some pretty significant shoes to fill, through some kind of genetic imprint, and intuitive sense, as well as years of performing alongside their fathers themselves, they have arrived at the true heart of what Cream’s music stands for and are truly making it their own.
Together they are bringing to light the spirit and energy and audacity of the music of their fathers
The "Cream" were undeniably the first rock "supergroup". Although they were together for less than 3 years, Jack Bruce, Ginger Baker and Eric Clapton left a gigantic impression on the world of rock music.
Jack Bruce's son Malcolm teams up with Will Johns, son of legendary record producer/engineer Andy Johns, to pay tribute to the world's greatest power trio.
MALCOLM BRUCE
Malcolm is a composer and multi instrumentalist, playing guitar, bass, piano and voice.
From the beginning of his life, Malcolm was immersed in music. As a teenager he attended the Guildhall School of Music to study composition and has been performing professionally since the age of 16.
He has worked with a multitude of musicians including, Bill Ward (Black Sabbath) for his record 'Ward 1' playing piano and guitar on tracks featuring Ozzy Osbourne; Dick Heckstall-Smith; Brand X; Little Richard, and a host of others.
Malcolm has performed with his father off and on over the years, and has appeared on several of Jack's CDs, most recently 'Shadows in the Air' (2001) and 'More Jack than God' (2003) both recorded in NYC. (featuring performances by Eric Clapton, Dr. John, & Horacio Hernandez).
Recent live work includes touring with Leslie West and Corky Laing of Mountain, as part of West, Bruce Jr. and Laing...a 60 date tour as support for Joe Satriani across Europe & North America as part of Ned Evett's Triple Double, and a special Jimi Hendrix Birthday tribute at BB Kings Blues club in New York City with Eric Schenkman (Spin Doctors) and Corky Laing.
As well as touring with Sons of Cream over the last year and a half, Malcolm recently completed a 10 date UK tour supporting Andy Fraser (Free), playing an acoustic set. He is currently finishing a solo record and also writing an opera based on the life of blues artist Emanuel Dunn.
WILL JOHNS
Will was born in London, 1973 to actress/model Paula Boyd, sister of Pattie, and Record Producer/Engineer Andy Johns (Rolling Stones, Free, Led Zeppelin). He taught himself to play the guitar at 15 and was encouraged by his Uncle Eric Clapton. Another passion shared between Eric and Will was a love of fishing and many hours were spent at the waters edge.
Whilst studying Performing Arts in Oxford, Will formed his first band Cloud 9. He has gone on to perform worldwide with many musicians including Ronnie Wood, Bill Wyman and Jack Bruce. He formed 'Glyda' with his long time friend, Jesse Wood (son of Ronnie). The band had success, releasing one album and three EP's, and toured the US, Ireland, France, Germany, and UK.
In 2009 Will released his first album ‘Count on Me’ and in 2012 ‘Hooks & Lines’. Both albums¬ contained tracks nominated in the British Blues Awards in 2011 & 2012.
Like Malcolm, Will has music (specifically the blues) deep in his veins and this is why they are both able to interpret and continue the legacy of their Father and Uncle and do them proud.