Freefaller
Freefaller was a British pop/rock band from Newcastle upon Tyne, England, that formed in 2001. The group is best known for their hit song, "Do This! Do That!". Released as a single in January 2005, the track reached #8 in the UK Singles Chart.[1] Their follow-up singles "Good Enough for You" and "She's My Everything" charted at #21 and #36 respectively in the UK.[1] In November 2004, Freefaller played for two nights at the SECC in Glasgow, as part of the 'Choices For Life' roadshow.
[edit] Band members
The band were:
- David Oliver (Ollie) (ex-Point Break) – vocals
- Dean Roberts – guitar
- Gary Mahon – bass
- Rich Joy – drums
Roberts has since gone on to form his own band, My[iQ], as well as playing for singer-songwriter, Stewart Mac. The later supported Bon Jovi at Twickenham Stadium on 27 June 2008, featuring Roberts on lead guitar and backing vocals. Roberts is now a permanent member of the Stewart Mac band, releasing material and touring Asia. Drummer Rich Joy is a member of the entertainment based charity organization, the Grand Order of Water Rats. Mahon is now a member of a group called Columbia.
[edit] References
- ^ a b Roberts, David (2006). British Hit Singles & Albums (19th ed.). London: Guinness World Records Limited. p. 214. ISBN 1-904994-10-5.
