Ricky Cool and the In Crowd

Sat 7th June, 2025

THIS EVENT IS SEATED CABAREET WITH A DANCE FLOOR

Ricky Cool and the In Crowd return to Chapel Arts with their acclaimed show ‘In With the In Crowd’ and accompanying album ‘Are You In.’

Be prepared for a wonderful evening’s entertainment, celebrating musical styles that have become synonymous with the very best in popular music.

You will hear Rhythm and Blues, Soul, Ska and Bluebeat, as well as Afro Cuban rhythms, delivered in the Band’s own inimitable style.
Classics by the likes of Ray Charles, Ken Boothe, Booker T and the MG’s, Toots and the Maytals are mixed with original numbers to create a toe tapping musical experience, guaranteed to have you itching to dance.

Many will remember Ricky Cool fronting one of Birmingham’s most popular groups, the legendary Ricky Cool and the Icebergs. Ricky has toured with Billy Connolly, shared the stage with George Harrison and played shows with Robert Plant, The Kinks and Dire Straits to name but a few.

The Band members are all top class musicians with excellent pedigrees, who have worked with artists including Ruby Turner, The Beat, Gregory Isaacs, Carina Round, Linda Perry and Fine Young Cannibals.

As Ricky says, “Our music is timeless and enjoyed by young and old alike. The fun we have on stage rubs off on our audience and a great time is had by one and all.”

Ricky Cool and the In Crowd are:

Ricky Cool – Vocals, Harmonicas, Saxophone
David ‘Deeko’ Parry – Guitar, Vocals
Nigel Darvill – Keyboards
Simon ‘Smudge’ Smith – Bass
Harrison Weston-Cottrell – Drums