Biography
Originally from Taplow in Berkshire, Natalie Long started her musical career writing, singing and playing guitar in predominantly female punk/rock band Pimblico. Her teenage years were spent playing the Reading and London circuit, with a modest signing and a very loyal following. London venues included 'The Garage', 'The Hope and Anchor' and 'The Dublin Castle'.
Pimblico spilt and Natalie went off to Southampton University to study music where she formed another predominantly girl pop/rock band, Chiquita.They played the Southampton university circuit and proved to be very popular with the student crowd.
Since leaving university, she has maintained her image as a solo performer in her own right, session singing for various bands and veering more towards the acoustic scene, performing her original songs at venues including 'The Rock Garden', 'The Sound Bar' and 'The Spice of Life'.
Going back to her rock roots and love of distorted guitar, Natalie completed her self released debut album at the end of 2005. Signing a production and publishing deal in 2006, she joined forces with session musicians Rob Thom (guitar/vocals), Luke Ward (bass/vocals) and Lee Alloway (drums) to showcase her material. Performing together for nearly two years now, they are very accomplished at what they do and always deliver an exciting and seamless musical performance. The future beckons with exciting promise and electrifying gigs.......ROCK ON!!!!!!!
