They must rank as one of the hardest working bands in the area with more than 70 gigs under their belt in recent months and no sign of slowing down Orpheus are John Donegan and Gavin Sage.

They are a Croydon based band though John is Putney, born and bred.

Orpheus have been together for a year and have played over 70 gigs in that time.

They have played most of pubs in Croydon,as well as Putney, Wimbleson, Penge and Fulham.

They are a a duo playing an eclectic mix of songs form the last six decades performing songs by the Rolling Stones, Cream, The Jam, Oasis, Creedence, Chuck Berry, Status Quo, Kylie, The Beatles, Eric Clapton, David Bowie.

Orpheus have over 100 songs in their repetoire as well as original songs which they have written and perform.

They dress in a 60's style, sort of a Donovan meets Hendrix kind of look and their plan is to to play as many gigs as possible around the UK, do festivals and to venture into Europe for some dates.

More details about the band at myspace.com/orpheus-of-croydon