Biography of Australian Blues Artist: Henry Correy
A Bassist, Vocalist, Songwriter in the Blues genre. His career spans over three decades playing with many icons of the Australian music scene, including household names in Oz such as Richard Clapton and Renee Geyer, as well as international artists John Mayall, Lynwood Slim, and many more.
Throughout each decade he has achieved many rewarding milestones. Each one taking him to a higher and more enriching stage of his musical journey.
He has performed at some of Australia's major venues and Blues festivals. Henry's music has been performed by a Big Band Orchestra at the world famous Sydney Opera House, as well as showcasing in several movies. The 80's saw him achieve Heavy Metal Chart success in USA and Europe as well as running his own record company.
Several years ago he rediscovered his roots and the reason he started playing music in the first place: His love for The Blues. Having paid his dues, he now plays the Blues with sincerity, passion, and conviction in his own unique style.
As a play-off from his name, the musicians forming his band are known as The Correydors (pronounced: CORRIDORS).
There are three cds available at the moment. The first "Time Is A Teacher", the second "Heat Of The Moment". as well as the latest cd Prisoner Of Desire,… make yourself familiar with them!
www.henrycorrey.com
Gary De Wall (Blues writer) wrote: "Contains grooves so deep you could twist an ankle!"
June and July 2005 saw Henry undertaking a Canadian tour, appearing at various blues venues and Blues Festivals , culminating with the prestigious Mont Tremblant Blues Festival, Quebec.
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