Biography
The Ronnie Wood Band is a celebrated collective led by guitarist and vocalist Ronnie Wood, known for his extensive career spanning decades in the music industry. Born on June 1, 1947, Wood's musical journey began in the vibrant atmosphere of the 1960s London scene. He initially gained recognition as a member of the Jeff Beck Group, where his raw talent and distinctive style began to shine. Following his time with Jeff Beck, Wood's affinity for blending rock and blues led him to join the Faces, a definitive band in the early 1970s that cemented his place in rock history. As part of the Faces, Wood's dynamic performances and songwriting prowess captivated audiences and left a lasting impact on the genre.
Roles
guitar, original, bass guitar, original, guitar, original, acoustic guitar, background vocals, bass guitar, electric guitar, lap steel guitar, membranophone, pedal steel guitar, saxophone, slide guitar
Band History
Jeff Beck Group, Jeff Beck Group, Santa Barbara Machine Head, Faces, The Rolling Stones, The Birds, Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes, Ronnie Wood with his Wild Five, The Ronnie Wood Band, Quiet Melon, Transatlantic Session Band, Supergroup B, The New Barbarians, The Creation
Signature Gear
Guitars: 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard, Fender Telecaster Custom, Rickenbacker 330
Amps: Vox AC30, Marshall JCM800
Pedals: MXR Phase 90
Basses: Fender Precision Bass
Microphones: Shure SM58
Cabinets: Marshall 1960A 4x12 Cabinet
Strings: Ernie Ball Regular Slinky .010-.046
Picks: Jim Dunlop Tortex .73mm
Keys: Yamaha CP4 Stage
Electronic: Roland GR-55 Guitar Synthesizer
Bandmates & Collaborators
Charlie Watts, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Kenney Jones, Ronnie Wood, Rod Stewart, Ian McLagan, Mickey Waller