Vortex (formerly Headway) are a duo from the Perthshire Area who are making a name for themselves in the Function Band Circuit. The guys are passionate about music and never tire of singing the classics as well as some more obscure blasts from the past and more current chart hits. Both having experience in various musical guises as well as having a great friendship makes Vortex something special and a delight to hear. They hope to see you somewhere along the road, soon!
Name: Dave Morrison
Born: Stornoway, Isle of Lewis
Interests: Music, Outdoor Pursuits, Travelling,
Favourite Musicians: Proclaimers, Elton John, Runrig, Queen, Meatloaf
Favourite Album: Protera (Runrig) Life With You (Proclaimers)
The man who holds the keys to the band’s success, has been playing Keyboard since he was 9, having had plenty of experience on the Cabaret circuit. Playing in various bands throughout the years, including Cutty Sark, Sapphire and Polaris, he joined Blues on Tap in 2005 and shared many triumphant moments with Gary on stages throughout Scotland. Occasionally Dave can be seen playing the Accordion for a rousing rendition of Runrig’s “Loch Lomond” Dave says “Cabaret has always been my baby on the music scene, I like nothing more than going out on stage and playing hits from the past and present. Having such a huge repertoire means that there is something for everyone in our sets. Nothing makes me happier than seeing a full dance floor!!”
Name: Gary Merralls
Born: Perth, Scotland
Interests: Reading, Music, Film and with his new full time job is getting interested in Theatre.
Favourite Musicians: Barbara Dickson, Elton John, Rufus Wainwright, Teddy Thompson, Johnny Cash, Brian Kennedy, Celine Dion, Gloria Estefan, Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Led Zeppelin, David Coverdale, Stereophonics, the list could go on and on and on!
Favourite Albums: All Albums by (Barbara Dickson) Songs from the West Coast (Elton John) Word Gets Around (Stereophonics) Release the Stars (Rufus Wainwright) Seperate Way's (Teddy Thompson) again the list could go on and on!
The vocal member of the group, has been a singer for a little over 8 years now. Performing in various guises over the years he has gone from strength to strength with a vocal versatility that has wowed audiences from Glasgow to Shetland. During a three year stint working as vocalist in blues outfit Blues on Tap, Gary met Dave Morrison who joined them as keyboard player. Both having left the band in February 2007 they decided to target the Function circuit, something they both enjoy very much. Gary says “I like performing at functions because we get the chance to perform a variety of different styles of music, with hopefully something to please everyone, there is nothing more rewarding than having people tell you they had a great night! That’s what we as a band are there to do….entertain!”
