Damien Hughes
Damien Hughes – Lead Guitar
De passie voor muziek in het algemeen en de blues in het bijzonder, startte voor deze bevlogen dagdromer uit Liverpool al praktisch vanaf zijn geboorte. Als zoon van een blues bassist met een onvervalst rock&roll leven groeide Damien op tussen de muzikanten en ging van jongs af al mee op tours. Zo kwam hij al vroeg met tal van blues stromingen in aanraking, waardoor de basis voor zijn vlammende spel al snel gelegd was. Naast deze eerdere inspiratiebronnen behoren Rory Gallagher, Johnny Winter, Zal Cleminson tot Damiens latere invloeden.
Damien Hughes: “I love playing guitar, because it always gives me peace of mind, it helps channeling my feelings. I have always been around guitars, since I was born. I grew up on the road with bands and I thought: Wow that’s a cool thing to do! I got my first guitar when I was four years old and started playing bands when I was 15. I have been playing ever since. I joined The Stage Animals because its a great and fun band with like minded nutters 😉”
De gitarist heeft zijn sporen verdiend in bands als Rock Boss Hogg, Down by the Jetty, Big Stack Bully en speelde met vele gerenommeerde muzikanten op nationale en internationale podia. 8 jaar geleden stond hij aan het begin van de The Stage Animals, waarin hij zijn excellente vaardigheden op de gitaar en op het vlak van songwriting volop kwijt kan.
The passion for music, and the blues in particular, has been a defining force in the life of this daydreamer from Liverpool, practically since birth. As the son of a blues bassist living the rock & roll life, Damien grew up surrounded by musicians, frequently tagging along on tours. This early exposure to various blues styles laid the foundation for his fiery, expressive playing. Over time, his influences expanded to include legendary figures like Rory Gallagher, Johnny Winter, and Zal Cleminson, further shaping his unique sound.
Damien Hughes: “I love playing guitar, because it always gives me peace of mind, it helps channeling my feelings. I have always been around guitars, since I was born. I grew up on the road with bands and I thought: Wow that’s a cool thing to do! I got my first guitar when I was four years old and started playing bands when I was 15. I have been playing ever since. I joined The Stage Animals because its a great and fun band with like minded nutters 😉”
Damien has built a solid reputation, playing with bands such as Rock Boss Hogg, Down by the Jetty, and Big Stack Bully, sharing stages with a wide array of esteemed musicians on both national and international stages. Eight years ago, he became a member of The Stage Animals, where he’s been able to fully showcase his exceptional guitar skills and songwriting prowess.