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Summary
On his debut album, Faking It, Manchester-based guitarist Jimmy Beedham explores the space between jazz, funk and rock, blending exciting composition with adventurous musicianship and the unmistakable sound of musicians having fun.
For fans of Brecker Brothers, Snarky Puppy, Andy Timmons, George Benson, Steely Dan.
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The Players
Jimmy Beedham | Guitars & Vocals (All tracks). Bass (7, 8)
John Dagnall | Drums (1, 2, 3, 5). Vocals (8)
Stu Fagan | Drums (6, 7). Vocals (8)
Neil Fairclough | Bass (1, 2). Vocals (8)
John McMillan | Bass (3, 5)
Gaston Johnson | Bass (6). Handclaps (7)
Maff Hall | Keys (1, 2)
Neil Edwards | Keys (3, 5, 6). Vocals (8)
Anthony Brown | Sax (6, 7)
Pink Miami:
Ben Vickers | Guitar & Vocals (8)
George Whalley | Drums (8)
All songs written by Jimmy Beedham
Except “No Picnic” written by Jimmy Beedham & Stu Fagan
Produced by Jimmy Beedham & John Dagnall
Engineered by Dave Speakman, Gaz Duprey & Chris Taylor
Mixed by Chris Taylor at NoiseBoy Studios
Mastered by Pete Maher
Cover photography & design by Oli Thomas
Bio
Jimmy is a Manchester-based musician who’s been making a living with a guitar since his teens. From function bands and original projects to tours in the French Alps and running a successful wedding band, he’s done the work. This is his first project as lead artist - music made on his own terms, with no brief to follow.
Although billed as a solo album, this record is all about the interplay and personality of the players. The project focuses on performances captured live in the studio, featuring a stellar cast of musicians including Neil Fairclough (Queen + Adam Lambert), John Dagnall, Neil Edwards (The Deccan Traps) and Stu Fagan (Meinl & British Drum Company Artist) amongst others.
Dave Speakman was the original studio engineer for Faking It and was heavily involved in the recording process. Sadly Dave passed away before the project was completed. Dave was an incredible musician, studio engineer and a great friend. This record is dedicated to his memory.
Dave's great work was continued by Chris Taylor at NoiseBoy studios, who recorded the remaining tracks and mixed the album.
The Album
Opening with a bebop-funk crossover, the eight tracks travel through an eclectic fusion of styles that reward attentive listening.
Each track on Side One flows into the next, inviting listeners to experience the album as a complete journey, rather than a collection of individual songs.
Side Two introduces saxophonist Anthony Brown, whose arrival broadens the album’s sonic palette, while drummer Stu Fagan brings his own unmistakable style and personality to a funky blues (Don’t Get Caught) and a fusion odyssey (No Picnic).
The album finishes with Jimmy reuniting with his alpine bandmates, Pink Miami, and features backing vocals from the Queen + Adam Lambert/The Deccan Traps players featured on Side One.
Adjacent To Paradise is, lyrically, a tongue in cheek ode to life on the road with the band. Spending the summer months on the Côte D’Azure and winters in the French Alps. Featuring the musicians who shared the journey. Musically it’s a heady mix of 80s Hair/Yacht Rock, retaining the jazz harmony and musicianship present throughout the album. Think The Darkness, mixed with 10cc, Steely Dan and Zappa.
Faking It is scheduled for release on limited edition gatefold vinyl on 23rd October 2026.
The lead single, Trojan Funk, is available to stream everywhere now.
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