About Shy Guevaras

Whilst some have compared them to the likes of Audioslave and Foo Fighters, Shy Guevaras are unique in South African rock; with infectious bass lines and solid backbeats all riding frontman Gareth’s smooth, catchy vocal melodies, their songs are as easy to listen to as they are to sing along to. Their songs also differ widely from one to the next; something the band members believe sets them apart from other bands on the circuit.

The band consists of Gareth on vocals, Stuart on Guitar, Justin on Bass and Sergio on drums. Each of them having experienced their own past successes in terms of album releases and radio play whilst in other bands, but it is with Shy Guevaras that they feel their individual talents are most clearly displayed. When they get together onstage, their chemistry is undeniable. Their live shows are well thought-out adventures, taking audiences on a live rock rollercoaster ride. Their all-in energetic performances have seen the band winning over new fans at every gig they have ever played.

Their debut album We Owe You One was recently launched to rave reviews and has been featured on numerous radio stations across the country. Look out for a copy at a music store near you or order directly from the band at www.shyguevaras.com.

Influences
Red Hot Chili Peppers, Audioslave, Coldplay, Foo Fighters, The Kooks, Taxi Violence, Wolfmother, Led Zeppelin, Muse, Incubus, Linkin Park, Oasis, Nirvana, Soundgarden, Alic in Chains, Pixies, Guns n Roses, Lenny Kravitz, TSOL, David Bowie, Beatles, Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, The Beach Boys, Bob Marley and the Wailers, Rage against the machine, Queens of the Stoneage, Fleetwood Mac, Pink Floyd, Sisters of Mercy, My Chemical Romance, The Cult, Edie Brickell and the new Bohemians.....the list is endless

Sounds like
Red Hot Chili Peppers, Audioslave, Coldplay, Foo Fighters, Wolfmother, Led Zeppelin, Muse, Incubus, Linkin Park, Oasis, Nirvana, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Pixies, Beatles, Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, Rage against the machine, Queens of the Stoneage, Stone Temple Pilots

Band Members
Gareth Voster
Vocals and Acoustic Guitar
Alias: Shifty Guevara
Influences: Coldplay, Foo Fighters, The Killers
Gear: Shure Microphones, Ibanez Acoustic Guitars    

Stuart Scott
Lead Guitar and Backing Vocals
Alias: Randy Guevara
Influences: Guns and Roses, Stone Template Pilots
Gear: Gibson, Jackson and Fender    

Sergio Barbosa
Drums and Backing Vocals
Alias: Pora Guevara
Influences: Muse, Alice in Chains, Soundgarden
Gear: Pacific DW, Gilbraltar, Tama    

Justin Barnard
Bass and Backing Vocals
Alias: Chucky Guevara
Influences: Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lost Prophets, Foo Fighters
Gear: Washburn, Laney
  
Ross Pickford
groupie!
Alias: Slappy Guevara
Influences: Incubus, Foo Fighters, Pearl Jam
Gear: Warwick, Ibanez