Kent's Finest Function Band

To book the Kingsdown Band, contact Simon Jackson on 07906-538192

The "Kingsdown Band" was formed when Terry Poulson & Roger Cramphorn met at a Kingsdown School function in 1989 and discovered that they had both played through the 60's and notably, both performed at the legendary "Top Ten Club" and "Star Club" in Hamburg during that period.

Although Roger had continued to play during the 70's and 80's, Terry had not played seriously for 24 years, but it seemed like a good idea to get together.  Two other members were added, and a four piece 60's band was formed for fun.

When the band inevitably started gigging, the name "The Kingsdown Band" was the obvious choice, as 3 of the four guys lived in Kingsdown Village.  We were fortunate to live in the Deal area, as there were several excellent brass musicians in the area, having settled here when they left the Royal Marines, and so, a few years later, Mick Murray and Tony Willis, were recruited and with the recent addition of Jemma Duffield, now form our 3 piece brass section.

With the recent addition of 4 great new vocalists; Sara Riley, Alice Vane, Rachel Fisher & Victoria Reed, the band has swelled to 12 musicians.

With the management of the band in the hands of  Terry Poulson and Simon Jackson, we are looking forward to the future with much excitement. Having just entered our 23rd year, it is pleasing to see that the two founder members, Roger and Terry, are still performing with us, and long may it continue.

Band Members

To book the Kingsdown Band, contact Simon Jackson on 07906-538192