'About The Band'

Louis was born 22nd July 1942 in St.Helens, Lancashire, England.
Musician (Banjo, Guitar, Bass Drum), Bandleader, Parade Marshall , Reviewer of Cds and Publisher of ‘New Orleans Music’.

First paid engagement in Stockport (1957) with Red Devils Skiffle Group. Upon moving to North London in1958 played with the Colne Valley Six and the Memphis City Jazz Band.

Left music in 1963 for business reasons and returned to semi-pro scene in 1974 as member of Mac’s (the late Gordon Mackay) New Orleans Band with Colin Bowden and Dave Bailey.

Became full time musician in 1988, having formed Louis Lince’s New Orleans Band in 1986, which continues to perform in various formats

In 2002 Louis relocated back to the North-West and settled in Romiley, Stockport.

In 2005 joined the Savannah Jazz Band following the retirement of Jack Cooper through ill-health.

Over the last 30 years Louis has played with all the names in the New Orleans Jazz world and is a much sought after and much respected musician.

Further information can be found on Louis’ own web site http://www.louislince.co.uk