Tag: The South Coast Ska Stars

The Eighties: Forcefield

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Post date August 27, 2020

In the 1980s Ray was sessioning again with artists such as Finardi, Dick Rivers and Johnny Mars. In the early part of the decade, living near Hastings in Sussex, Ray got involved with the local and burgeoning Mod scene. He produced the Teen Beats and The South Coast Ska Stars. Ray discusses his work with […]

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Ray Fenwick was one of Britain’s foremost guitarists, session players and producers. He was also a talented songwriter and co-wrote the signature tune to the 1970’s cult TV show “Magpie”, amongst many others.

In a 60-year career, Ray has contributed to countless sessions and, uniquely for an Englishman, had success in Holland (with cult bands TEE SET and AFTER TEA).

He replaced Yes guitarist Steve Howe in THE SYNDICATS before a spell with Spencer Davis Group. In the 1970s he was a member of FANCY and IAN GILLAN BAND.

With his untimely passing in April 2022, Ray’s website now becomes a celebration of his musical life.

The legacy continues …