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TIM GILL ALL STARS | Gin Mill Grifters
Contact - 562.429.3732 or [email protected]
Tim Gill is one of the foremost interpreters of the Great American Songbook. As a vocalist, composer and multi-instrumentalist his captivating and high-energy performances never fail to delight through a diverse repertoire and sheer all-out fun.
Tim's performances echoes Frank Sinatra and Mel Torme; with the exuberance of Michael Buble and Jamie Cullum; and the soul and grit of Ray Charles and Duke Ellington.
Tim's repertoire smoothly sidesteps from jazz and roots swing to rhythm & blues and soul.
His shows include fresh and innovative takes on American pop songs such as; Justin Timberlake's Suit & Tie and Katy Perry's Dark Horse, he like to dish out deliciously naughty double-entendres and pulling dry punches on originals like “Small Batch Bourbon” and “Bon Appetite,” Tim laces it all with a healthy dose of wit, banter, and slapstick antics.
Tim’s passion and stage presence shines through, delighting fans and music lovers around the world as he takes his audiences on a journey that is personal, engaging, and all-out fun; at times nostalgic and romantic, but always presented with virtuosity and charm.
As a Downbeat award-winning performer, Tim has appeared throughout the country and been featured on Good Day LA and The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Caesar’s Palace, the Disneyland Resort and at historical local music spots, the Cicada Club, Clifton’s Cafeteria, and the Queen Mary.
TIM GILL ALL STARS | Gin Mill Grifters
Contact - 562.429.3732 or [email protected]
The Tim Gill All-Stars is his "Vegas-esque" all-star big band act.
The Tim Gill All-Stars big band exploded onto the scene in 2008, landing a steady engagements
throughout Southern California. These performances, served as Tim’s workshop for developing his signature sense of style and
showmanship. Soon afterwards the All-Stars released their debut record, Bon Appetite to great
critical acclaim, a number of online follow-up singles were released soon after, including
“No Problem At All” (2012) and “I've Got My Love To Keep My Warm” (2014).
Tim's recent released full-length album effort, “Small Batch Bourbon,” is a thrilling showcase of the staple tunes that have become show-stopping
centerpieces of his live club act.
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Available via iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon Music, Google Play
TIM GILL ALL STARS | Gin Mill Grifters
Contact - 562.429.3732 or [email protected]
The Gin Mill Grifters a group that plumbs the musical depths of the 20's and 30's Tin-Pan Alley era.
Tim returns to his “jazz roots” with the formation of his traditional jazz and swing group, The Gin Mill Grifters. Their EP, The Bootleg, features the bright and brassy sounds of 1920's and 1930's hot jazz, and led to the band’s successful reception at local swing dance hot spots.
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TIM GILL ALL STARS | Gin Mill Grifters
Contact - 562.429.3732 or [email protected]
About Tim Gill:
Tim grew up around with music in his home. As a youngster Tim was pounding out melodies on the family piano and writing his own arrangements and songs.
His parents and grandparents shared their love of music and "listening time" with him as a form of education and encouragement.
By the beginning of high school, Tim had formed his own “garage-swing band,” and was playing block parties and busking on the Oceanside, CA pier.
His love for music led him to study arranging and performance the University of California. After college, Tim polished his musical skills and "showbiz chops" as a performer at the Disneyland Resort.
In addition to performing and touring, Tim is an active studio arranger and producer. He maintains an active teaching schedule, and is an adjudicator for the Southern California School Band and Orchestra Association (SCSBOA), is an active clinician for small ensemble jazz in college programs, and is an avid supporter of jazz education in the local southern California community.
When he's not hamming it up onstage, Tim maintains an interest in aviation as a private pilot, and he enjoys spending time with his lovely wife, Joylani, and three beautiful children Amelie, Aiden, and Angel.