The Rhythmaires

Sent in by Phil Morris: The Rhythmaires formed in New Moston and Bury, North Manchester, out of the ashes of the band White Lightnin’ when Stuart Warburton moved over to Lead Vocals following the departure of Brian Grayson from that band. The Rhythmaires' repertoire consisted of a mixture of Rockabilly, Jive and Rhythm and Blues, originally mainly cover versions, but increasing in original content over the years, through the then budding songwriting skills of Stuart Warburton. Original Line up – Stuart Warburton – Vocals, Guitar, Sax; Paul Murphy – Lead Guitar; Phil Morris – Slap Bass; Gary Leach – Drums. When Gary left “Big” Dave Machin took over on Drums. Stuart Warburton increasingly wrote original material for the band and continued to lead the Rhythmaires through several line-up changes.