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Born in New Haven CT, Timo Arthur moved his father's native land of
Barbados, where within days he was chosen as a lead guitarist for one of
the country's top billed soca/calypso bands playing the island's most
popular clubs and packed stadiums. In pursuit of a career in
American Blues, he returned to the U.S. to attend to Berklee College of
Music.
While at Berklee,
he cultivated his own style by frequenting local blues jams.
Drawing upon his greatest influences such as Albert Collins and Stevie
Ray Vaughan, he became known for his laid back style and passionate
musical presence. Honored with mutual respect and friendship, he
shared bills with acclaimed artists such as Brian Templeton, K.D. Bell,
the Woodburn/Arena Band, Weepin' Willy, Sweet Willie D as well as
opening up for Hawlin' Wolf's guitarist, Hubert Sumlin at B.B. King's
Manhattan club. Timo also collaborated with Brian Templeton and
Matt Woodburn to record their demo CD under the band name, the
Tremors. Templeton later called upon Timo to tour with him in the
summers of 2001 and '02. In May of '02, Timo headed into the
studio once again to record his own demo CD, which Templeton offered to
produce.
With a deep and
unwavering appreciation for legendary guitarists, Timo continues to work
tirelessly to refine his craft. In the future, he hopes to venture
into the international blues scene while continuing to share the gospel
of blues throughout the States. Aside from scheduled performances,
Timo is often asked to sit in with friends such as Tim Gearan, Nicole
Nelson, Ricky "King" Russell, Toni Lynn Washington, and
others. Click
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