"Andy is undoubtedly one of the most versatile bass players in the UK"
...For Bass Players Only online magazine
About Andy
Andy is recognised as one of the
most versatile bass players in the UK.
Since the 90s he has continually toured every
kind of venue in the UK & beyond, in bands & shows of all types & every genre, live and studio sessions,
& was often found in the pit at the London West End production of "We Will Rock You".
His most recent work includes live & studio sessions with Ivor Novello winner and Grammy nominee Chris Braide
& keyboard legend Geoff Downes.
Andy's Latest Music Releases
DBA: Celestial Songs
This is the 5th studio album from Downes Braide Association, and the 3rd that Andy has played bass on. Written & produced by Chris Braide and Geoff Downes, the collection spans many genres and themes, and is already making substantial waves in the prog world.
Released in September 2023, it's available in all formats.
Reviews for DBA's Celestial Songs:
For the most up-to-date testimonials and reviews of this new album, follow this link:
https://linktr.ee/dbacelestialsongs
Geoff Downes:
“Andy Hodge is very much an integral part of this unit. When we send him stuff to play, he has incredible feeling and creates a more interesting bass part than we could have thought of ourselves."
Andy Hodge:
"Whenever I receive the next batch of ideas from Geoff & Chris, it feels like Christmas! From the outset, there are always so many ideas to work with: melody, harmony, rhythm, lyrics - it's all going on! They may give me a few general pointers, but I just work through the structure, making notes, honing a part, and eventually send it back to them.
With this album, we worked through more different versions of songs than on any previous DBA album. I think the results reflect that tireless effort and dedication. I love it!"
Andy live with Marc Almond at the Royal Festival Hall, 2020
Andy played bass on Marc Almond's 2020 album: 'Chaos and a Dancing Star'
Performing alongside global luminaries Marc Almond, Chris Braide, Ash Soan, Neal X, and special guest Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson at the prestigious Royal Festival Hall was a tremendous pleasure for Andy.
The live recording of the entire concert is now available to buy:
Andy with Downes Braide Association
DBA - Today
This is the third single from Halcyon Hymns, and features a breathtaking spoken section from Joe Catcheside.
DBA - Your Heart Will Find The Way
Andy's bass playing features on this, the second track and video release from DBA's 4th studio album - Halcyon Hymns - which was available from February 5th 2021
DBA - Love Among The Ruins
This was the first single from Halcyon Hymns and it became no.1 on the UK Heritage Chart 31st January 2021.
The band are Chris Braide & Geoff Downes, with Andy Hodge - bass, Ash Soan - drums, Dave Bainbridge - guitars
Critical acclaim for DBA's Halcyon Hymns
DBA ft. Marc Almond - Skin Deep (Radio Remix)
The second single from DBA's 2017 studio album - Skyscraper Souls - features Andy on fretless bass
DBA: Skyscraper Souls - lyric video
Written by Chris Braide & Geoff Downes in 2017, here's a reminder of Downes Braide Association's previous album's superb title track.
Andy plays bass on Skyscraper Souls.
See the review and buy the album here
Ginger Baker: Cream Acoustic Sessions Sweet Wine
Andy joined producer Rob Cass on backing vocals at Abbey Road Studio 2 for what turned out to be Ginger Baker's final recording. Here's a snippet of the video for a reworking of Cream's Sweet Wine
Andy played bass for several years in the London show...
Andy played bass for several years in the London show...
Andy played bass for several years in the London show...
Andy played bass for several years in the London show...
Andy played bass for several years in the London show...
Andy played bass for several years in the London show...
...and also on the show's European arena tour
Endorsee stuff
For Bass Players Only interview
FBPO - 10 years on! Here's Andy's latest interview with Jon Liebman
Andy Hodge is an endorsee for Rotosound Strings
Andy Hodge is an endorsee for Rotosound Strings
FBPO - 10 years on! Here's Andy's latest interview with Jon Liebman
Andy Hodge is an endorsee for Rotosound Strings
FBPO - 10 years on! Here's Andy's latest interview with Jon Liebman
FBPO - 10 years on! Here's Andy's latest interview with Jon Liebman
FBPO - 10 years on! Here's Andy's latest interview with Jon Liebman
Getting back into playing double bass
Latest project:
So happy to have the opportunity to play double bass again!
Ma Bessie & Her Blues Troupe
An authentic tribute to this blues legend
Serious Blues CD : Call & Response
Serious Blues’ 2014 album “Call & Response” is available here.
Featuring Andy Hodge, Sam Kelly, Giles Hedley, Pete Hedley and Frankie Connolly and all manner of bluesy funky stuff.
Press the "Buy Now" button, below, to purchase our CD.
Shake 'em On Down
Evil
Everybody Ought To Treat A Stranger Right
Louise
In The Dark Before The Dawning
Smoke Stack Lightning
I Don't Believe
Nasty Water
Right Next Door (Because Of Me)
How Far?
True Lies
Freedom
