- Steve Rushton
Infobox Musical artist
Name = Steve Rushton
Img_capt = Steve Rushton with his fender guitar
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Background = solo_singer
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Born = birth date and age|1987|10|30Chertsey ,England
Instrument = Vocals,guitar ,bass guitar
Genre =Pop punk
Occupation = Musician, songwriter, producer
Years_active = 2005–present
Label = Mercury
URL = [http://www.steverushtonmusic.co.uk www.steverushtonmusic.co.uk]Steve Rushton (born
30 October 1987 inChertsey ,England ) is the former bassist and co-lead vocalist of the Britishpop punk bandSon of Dork .Biography
Steve Rushton, was born in
Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey. Steve was introduced to the music world by his step father who used to get him up on stage from the young age of 7.Hannah Montana: The Movie
Steve has just finished filming a role in the film where he appears as himself performing two of his songs. The movie will be released in the United States on May 1st 2009 and in the United Kingdom on May 15th 2009.
The Suite Life On Deck
Steve is singing the theme tune, "This Boats Rockin'", to the Disney series
The Suite Life On Deck , follow up to the hit seriesThe Suite Life of Zack and Cody . The series is set to air in the United States on the 26th September.Music History
Mr Cheerful
From early school years to college, Steve Rushton was writer, guitarist and singer of the band Mr. Cheerful. The band were heavily influenced by artists such as Elvis and Green Day. Their biggest brush with fame was their participation in the UK final for the 2003 Junior Eurovision Song Contest. Steve was unable to continue with Mr. Cheerful when he was scouted for UK pop punk band
Son Of Dork .on Of Dork (SOD)
Steve Rushton is former member of pop/punk band Son of Dork, started by ex Busted member,
James Bourne . The band had two top 10 hits in the United Kingdom, however in 2008 Steve left the band stating, "I didn't pick up a guitar to leave it hanging on a wall gathering dust for two years". Steve is now pursuing a solo career yet emphasises how he and the boys are still good friends.Live Tours and Awards
(with Son of Dork)
Live Tours
Better Late Than Never Tour (Headline tour) - CANCELLED Get Happy Tour 2007- Support for
Bowling for Soup - SOLD OUT Welcome to Loserville Live Radio Tour 2006Sic TourAwards
* Smash Hits Awards 2005 - Best Newcomer
* ShockWavesNME Awards 2006 - Worst BandDiscography
(with Son of Dork)
References
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