Gilson Lavis

Drum, Musical Artist

1951 –

53

Who is Gilson Lavis?

Gilson Lavis was the drummer for Squeeze from 1976 until 1992. More recently, he has been drumming for Jools Holland's Rhythm & Blues Orchestra.

Before joining Squeeze, he had already built up an amount of experience, having toured with Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis and Dolly Parton. He was working in a brickyard when he noticed the advertisement in Melody Maker for Squeeze.

Lavis now tours around the United Kingdom with his long term musical partner, Holland.

Gilson Lavis is also a portrait artist having had several exhibitions in London and the home counties.

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Born
Jun 27, 1951
Bedford
Also known as
  • David Leslie Gilson Lavis
  • Squeeze
Nationality
  • England
Profession

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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