Beginnings & Early History of Synergy Blue
Synergy Blue was the brainchild of Sam Salzone
(Smokin Sam) who, after 31 years in hibernation, decided to
enter the music scene again from his
desire to express musically his passion for blues inspired
music.
Sam began attending weekly MBAS jam nights and
learning his music trade again. He decided to get together
with other MBAS members, Grant Collie on drums and Deltachris
on bass. Needing a lead guitarist, Pony Chris
Magira joined the band, thus Synergy Blue was born in May
2006. Later that year another MBAS member joined the band,
Gary Jones on Hammond organ.
In November 2006, Pony left the line up, and again the MBAS
jam nights provided a new band member, Alby Sutherland, who
joined as lead guitarist and vocalist. Alby brought his experience,
style and professionalism to the band, having played with
some of the greats in Memphis and London over a period of
six years.
January 2007 bought another change when Delta Chris moved
on for personal reasons and Jimmy Fewing on bass was welcomed
into the line, Jimmy being and old school friend of Smokin
Sam. With the introduction of Jimmy, Synergy Blue recorded
a live performance at the Cornish Arms. Their ensuing blues
cd, A Taste Of Synergy, was launched in June 2007.
Just prior to the launch, Jimmy moved on and Ben Wicks joined
the line up in May 2007.
In August 2007, Darren Seknow on drums joined the band.
During the next several months, Synergy Blue performed at
many venues around Melbourne and began leaving their mark
in the music industry. At the end of 2007, Ben, Darren, Gary
and Alby left to pursue their different directions.
Current Synergy Blue Lineup
January 2008 sees a new and exciting line up.
Smokin' Sam from the original lineup, AND joining the band
were John-Luke Shelley on guitar and vocals, Neil Busacca
on bass guitar and vocals, and we welcome back Grant Collie on drums. See
Meet The Band for more info on our
latest band members.
Synergy Blue Discography
Synergy Blue have one cd released, A Taste
Of Synergy Live At The Cornish Arms. They are currently
working on their next release, due soon. Find out more
on the Synergy Blue Discography
page.
Venues played by Synergy Blue
Synergy Blue have performed at various venues,
blues bars, music events and private functions around Victoria,
including:
