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The Evolution
Of Our Band
The progression of our band has grown over two and a half years, starting out as a college band, doing gigs as a part of our course. We started to do unpaid charity gigs to grow our reputation and get more gigging experience. We then went onto playing events further away from home exploring different venues such as The Globe, Gateshead, The Three Tuns, Gateshead and The Ship Isis. We also spent a month in Seville, Spain playing gigs at open mic nights and organised shows over the time there, experiencing a ‘tour-like’ atmosphere. More recently, we had played at a local working man's club, and proudly earned the title of "one of the best bands who've ever played here".
In recent time, our biggest gig yet was performing at the BBC'S big weekend stage at Keel Square in Sunderland. With many more opportunities presenting themselves to us, we are looking towards a busy 2027. Keep an eye out on this page for any important announcements or events that are coming up!
THE
EMBERS
SADIE B.
Vocals & Keys
LUKE O.
Lead Guitar
MATTHEW W.
Drums
NIALL H.
Guitar
COREY BG.
Bass
Sadie Bridges is the lead vocalist and keyboardist of The Embers, starting out for musical career in 2018 at the age of eleven, performing open mic nights in various local venues over the north east. In 2022, Sadie began to perform solo piano/vocal gigs through an agency up until late 2025. Sadie joined the Embers upon the band’s creation in early 2024, taking on a wide variety of genres, styles and responsibilities. Sadie is highly influenced by artists such as Kate Bush, Christine McVie and Pj Harvey.
She has grade 8 Rockschool and Musical Theatre singing qualifications, and received her Level 3 Diploma in music performance at East Durham College at a high distinction level. Currently she is working towards a Bachelor’s degree in The Modern Music Industry Studies.
She is also a qualified vocal teacher, working in a local studio and online with Wiingy Tutors, with over 2 years of experience.
She is available for Lead/Backing vocal session work.
For enquiries email-
sadiebridges9939@gmail.com
Luke Owens is a guitarist and vocalist with live experience dating back to 2022, performing both rhythm and lead guitar across a range of styles. Since early 2024, Luke has been a member of The Embers, exploring blues, rock, Latin rock and funk while developing his skills in improvisation and live soloing. Alongside guitar, he provides backing vocals and occasionally takes on lead vocals both live and in the studio. Luke has extensive studio recording experience, has performed at venues across the North East of England and spent a month performing in Seville, Spain. He has also provided guitar through session work and has experience teaching guitar. His playing is strongly influenced by Eric Clapton and his work throughout his career, with a particular focus on feel, tone and improvisation. Luke holds a UAL Extended Diploma in Music with High Distinction and is currently working towards a Bachelor's degree in Modern Music Industry Studies.
For enquiries email-
lookowe0@gmail.com
Matthew Wallace is the drummer of The Embers and has been playing with the band since 2024, his main inspirations are Matt Helders (Indie Rock - Arctic Monkeys), Ginger Baker (Blues - Cream and Blind faith) and Danny Carey (Prog-metal - Tool) which gives his style a controlled chaotic feel. He has finished UAL college degree and is now into his 2nd year degree studying the Modern Music Industries. He has played in multiple bands, covering a wide variety of genres including Indie, Punk, Latin-rock and Blues.
Niall Huntington is the guitarist of The Embers, starting out for musical career in 2022 at the age of seventeen, performing at college and in various local venues over the north east. Niall joined the Embers in summer 2024, taking on a wide variety of playing, genres and styles. Niall is highly influenced by artists such as Eric Clapton, Masayoshi Takanaka and Gary Moore.
Niall received his Level 3 Extended Diploma in music performance at East Durham College. Currently he is working towards a Bachelor’s degree in The Modern Music Industry Studies.
He also has experience teaching guitar and ran a guitar teaching club in college.
For enquiries email-
niallhuntington27@gmail.com
Corey Barton-Gunning is the bassist and producer of The Embers, he has been playing with the band since 2024 and added a blend of unique basslines to the bands originals and live shows. His main inspirations on bass are Jaco Pastorious, Mark King and Charles Mingus, which gives his playing a unique fusion of sounds ranging from jazz, funk, soul and blues.
Corey has experience in both teaching and session work and has a UAL Extended Diploma in music and is currently working towards his Bachelor's degree in modern music industries.
He has played a wide variety of genres including Jazz, Fusion, Funk, Soul, Blues, Indie, Rock and Latin-Rock.
Corey plays both electric bass and upright bass using this in his solo jazz career.
For enquires email-
coreygunningofficial@outlook.com