Alex Ligertwood onstage

 


Alex Ligertwood  is another example of Glasgow's amazing legacy of vocal talent. Best known for his work as lead singer for the Carlos Santana Band, Alex is also an LA session veteran. His passion and warmth extend well beyond his vocal talents as he is truly a nice person. Alex has kindly agreed to contribute the following comments on Jimmy and his music.  CK 




Alex wrote this for the debut of the site:
 

Hey Carl,


Jimmy Dewar, undoubtedly one of the greatest singers ever to come out of Glasgow, Scotland and a first rate bass player as well. 

I first ran into Jimmy in the early sixties during a talent competition at the Locarno Ballroom in Glasgow. Three bands emerged from that, a band from Edinburgh (whose name I do not recall), my band The Kwintones and Lulu and The Lovers (with Jimmy). We all had to go to London for a record test and Lulu and The Lovers were chosen and went on to have some success. Lulu became a big star with that great voice of hers and years later I knew Jimmy was with Robin Trower.

Man, what a soulful voice...

I won't forget him....

Cheers,

Alex..