Zoe - Featuring Bob Venier *Flugelhorn
Bob Venier is possibly best known for his haunting Flugelhorn solo on the outro of Little River Band’s hit “Reminiscing”.
I’ve known Bob for over 40 years and in that time I have shared the stage and recorded some beautiful music with him; the most intense period being 1980-83 when we were in a phenomenal band called Pyramid. (Check out some of Pyramid’s live performances on my YouTube channel.)
In 1996, Bob recorded his first solo album entitled Zoe.
Listening back to this album all these years later reminds me of Bob’s talent as a writer and exponent of the Trumpet & Flugelhorn. Heartfelt melodies, grooves and chord structures ranging from Jazz, Funk & Latin combined with his romantic northern Italian heritage, creates a mesmerising soundtrack. The cream of Melbourne musicians appear on this album including this rare live performance of Zoe on Bert Newton‘s “Good Morning Australia” television show.
Featuring.....
Bob Venier - Flugelhorn
Phill Turcio - Piano
Glenn Hughes - Guitar
Roger McLachlan - Bass
Dave Beck - Drums