Mark Kirkman
(Lead Guitar and Vocals)
Mark is a seriously talented rock guitarist combining lightning fast lead work
with solid crisp rhythm. He faithfully reproduces classic solos but has the
ability to improvise to add colour and variation to the songs. Previous bands:
Random Black, Redline, U.S. and Outcry.
Martin Challis
Martin was lead vocalist with Mark, Richard and Chris in band Outcry
for many years. Since then he has played in GASP and more recently The Halfbeats. Martin has now rejoined the fold fronting
the band.
Bob Harding
(Drums and Vocals)
Bob is simply one of the best drummers you will ever come across. He not only
provides the drive and punch that makes Beggar stand out from the crowd but his
high range backing vocals are a major asset to the band. Previous bands: Eric
Blake, U.S., No Shame and Hawkwind!
Chris Mann
(Bass and Vocals)
The foundation of any good rock band is a solid rhythm section. Chris delivers a
full, powerful and yet punchy bass sound that drives the band. Combine that with
strong lead and backing vocals he adds a great depth to the band. Previous
bands: Crucifixion, Redline, The Legendary Undertakers, Outcry and Rock Bottom.
Richard Pattle
(Guitar and Keyboards)
Being equally adept on guitar as he is on keyboards, Richard gives the band the
ability to take on with confidence any song Beggar cares to play. He is not only
technically very proficient but his accurate reproduction of guitar and keyboard
sounds set him apart from many other 'all round' musicians'. Previous bands:
Outcry.
Special thanks to:
Keith King
Keith is a top class guitarist and, with the aid of MESA backline and PRS
guitars produces truly amazing sounds.
Chris Teeder
Chris plays 'premier league' keyboard and is a regular player with Phil
Hilborne, Peter Eldridge and Nicko McBrain. He has seen fit to
help us out from time to time and we are always grateful for his top
class performances.
Peter Eldridge
Pete was a lead vocalist in ‘We Will Rock You’ at The Dominion Theatre,
London for two years, has sung all over the world with the Phil Hilborne
band. He is a professional singer and actor. Also when Nicko
McBrain (Iron Maiden’s drummer) gigs with his own band, Pete is his
vocalist.
Steve
Rudd
Steve is currently singing with a range of recording artists and has helped us
out when Martin is otherwise unavailable. Top man.