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Band Bio | Band Members | Album List | Steelhouse Festival Appearances | Overall Review
Snakecharmer formed in 2011 as a UK supergroup of seasoned rock veterans, bringing together alumni of Whitesnake, Thunder, Ozzy Osbourne, and Heartland. With a rich vein of classic British blues-rock running through their sound, the band was both a nod to their roots and a declaration of continued fire and passion.
Their style blends thunderous riffs, soulful vocals, and melodic choruses – perfect for fans of arena rock with bluesy undertones. Snakecharmer brought decades of experience to the stage, but always felt fresh, tight, and powerfully alive.
(Later line-ups featured Simon McBride replacing Micky Moody)
Essential Tracks:
“Accident Prone”
“A Little Rock & Roll”
“Punching Above My Weight”
“Are You Ready to Fly”
Snakecharmer lit up the mountain with a classy, no-frills set full of groove-laden riffs and soulful melodies. They brought a veteran’s precision and a showman’s confidence, capturing the hearts of old-school rockers and younger fans alike. Their set proved that rock legends don’t fade—they evolve.
“Polished, powerful, and packed with pedigree.”
Snakecharmer at Steelhouse 2014 was a masterclass in bluesy hard rock. They weren’t trying to reinvent the wheel—they spun it smoother than most. Micky Moody and Laurie Wisefield’s twin-guitar work was magnetic, and Chris Ousey’s vocals were the very definition of seasoned soul. A standout moment? “Guilty As Charged” echoing over the mountain as the sun dipped behind the valley.
“Steelhouse always brings the legends – Snakecharmer proved why they still belong on the throne.”
Band Bio
Snakecharmer formed in 2011 as a UK supergroup of seasoned rock veterans, bringing together alumni of Whitesnake, Thunder, Ozzy Osbourne, and Heartland. With a rich vein of classic British blues-rock running through their sound, the band was both a nod to their roots and a declaration of continued fire and passion.
Their style blends thunderous riffs, soulful vocals, and melodic choruses – perfect for fans of arena rock with bluesy undertones. Snakecharmer brought decades of experience to the stage, but always felt fresh, tight, and powerfully alive.
Band Members (2014 Line-Up)
- Chris Ousey (Heartland) – Vocals
Micky Moody (Ex-Whitesnake) – Guitar- Laurie Wisefield (Wishbone Ash) – Guitar
Adam Wakeman (Ozzy Osbourne) – Keyboards- Neil Murray (Ex-Whitesnake, Black Sabbath) – Bass
Harry James (Thunder, Magnum) – Drums
(Later line-ups featured Simon McBride replacing Micky Moody)
Album List
- Snakecharmer (2013) – Classic rock revival with slick production and deep grooves.
- Second Skin (2017) – Grittier, modern edge while staying true to the melodic foundation.
Essential Tracks: “Accident Prone” “A Little Rock & Roll” “Punching Above My Weight” “Are You Ready to Fly”
Steelhouse Festival Appearance
- 2014
Snakecharmer lit up the mountain with a classy, no-frills set full of groove-laden riffs and soulful melodies. They brought a veteran’s precision and a showman’s confidence, capturing the hearts of old-school rockers and younger fans alike. Their set proved that rock legends don’t fade—they evolve.
Overall Steelhouse Review
“Polished, powerful, and packed with pedigree.”
Snakecharmer at Steelhouse 2014 was a masterclass in bluesy hard rock. They weren’t trying to reinvent the wheel—they spun it smoother than most. Micky Moody and Laurie Wisefield’s twin-guitar work was magnetic, and Chris Ousey’s vocals were the very definition of seasoned soul. A standout moment? “Guilty As Charged” echoing over the mountain as the sun dipped behind the valley.
“Steelhouse always brings the legends – Snakecharmer proved why they still belong on the throne.”
