Current Line Up
Hayley – Vocals
Hailing from the sunny north of England, Hayley is an ex dancer who surprisingly can count past the number 8…
Now she’s swapped the dancing shoes, sequins and pink wig for a microphone. Her favourite artists to sing are Def Leppard and Bon Jovi (so look at the set list!). Often found multi-tasking solving complex maths problems with a glass of vino in hand.
Ben Mk2 – Guitar
Ben did hold the record for the shortest stay in the band, till Tony took that mantle ! However, to correct this he is now back for his 2nd spell for 2026. This guy’s hands are always on the go; and in general so is he!! You’ll either find him speedily spinning rubik’s cubes or playfully plucking along to Metallica’s Nothing Else Matters. Much like the rubik’s cube, Ben is a symbol of simplicity and complexity…sort of.
Gary – Bass
Gary has started off the year 2025 depping and has liked it so much he has decided to stay till 2026. Gary brings a wealth of experience having played with some big names from the 70s-to the late 00’s.
Dan – Bass
The 3rd bass player and now back with us for a 2nd time (you can check out but you never leave), very little is known about this 4 string thumper. There were rumours that he was one of the founding members of the “Figrin D’an and the Modal Nodes” who had their first big break in the Mos Eisley cantina. But was never confirmed. When he was not laying down thumping low ends he tends to his collection of black t-shirts but has also started collecting used brake blocks from 1980’s – 10 speeds. We have been told he does not bite so it is safe to approach and say hi! Dan is also with Eight Foot Yeti and is still on the circuit and shares bass duties with Gary
Mark – Drums
The original member and drummer of the band since the China Lake name was adopted according to Spence, but in reality its now 10 years! Often on the phone speaking to venues about getting gigs booked or updating social media and getting flyers distributed. Always seen at the start of the gig and racing to pack his drum kit away at the end of it!
Previous Members :
Jim – Vocals
The last member of the original line up to join. Jim brought the good looks and sex appeal sadly missing from the band at that time. He is currently enjoying semi-retirement beekeeping and baking muffins in a country retreat. Rumour has it that he might be back forgetting the words and tripping over the monitors as soon as the court order expires….
Tony – Guitar
Anthony M. Furburger III
Anthony was a pleasant boy, raised in a small mining town in the Himalayas by apack of wolves. He was domesticated upon landing in Leigh Park sometime in the late 70’s. He soon developed such skills as making women leave the country and turning them into lesbians. He learned to play the guitar and eventually managed it without wearing shoes.
Initially he struggled with a bit of stage fright but has beaten that fear and now only has one fear of Kryptonic proportions…..
Tequila.
Spence – Bass
The most level headed and naturally talented member of the band at the time. Spence was the proud recipient of the “MotherTrucker of the Year” award for the 27th successive year.
His thundering bass could cause excessive loss of clothing amongst pretty females and extreme jealousy from everybody else. He’s extremely modest too as you can see!
Pete – Vocals
Pete originally started out as a drummer but could never get his kit close enough to the front so ended up taking up singing!
He has fronted a number of different local bands over the years and when was not performing with Chinalake had his own one-man show performing songs from
Musicals. . Pete left the band to enjoy other hobbes and has since retired from live music in 2025
Calum – Guitar
Was the youngest member of the band and by far and our 2nd guitarist! Loves his dads guitars and likes even more his dad to pay for his! Calum is enjoying the time away from the music scene
Marty – Bass
The 2nd bass player of China Lakes incarnation, Marty would previously have been found laying down the low end in the blues rock world of Dust Bowl. Normally found hiding in the corner avoiding the limelight; he has now returned to the blues world he came from.
Ben (Mk1) – Guitar
The 3rd guitar player of China Lakes incarnation and 1st of its post pandemic reincarnation , Ben had to retire from being the sole guitar player due to health issues. He now keeps busy in many function bands. Ben has returned to the fold and is always available to help us when needed!
Darren – Guitar
Darren has been playing the guitar for many years and was our 4th guitarist and enjoys a good power solo! Happy playing tunes from Metallica to Gary Moore – this man knows how to Rock and then some! He is now in his own Pop Punk and Rock Duo with his Partner Sarah!
Tony Bass Guitar
Our 4th Bassist. Tony brought a wealth of experience in the short time he was with us. His previous work included working with mungo Jerry and many other talanted musicians in his varied career.