“For the Love of Music”

Hello I’m Denis, Denis Ahmet.  I was born, raised, live and work in the East end of London.  I have loved music for as long as I can remember.  At a very young age I was always tapping out rhythms with my hands. At the age of twenty one I formed my first band with my cousin, Matt and Geoff the drummer.  We performed mainly local clubs and pub circuits winning many talent competitions along the way and having enormous fun wherever we performed.

In the late eighties I met Pro Sax player ‘Godfrey Madura’ (Ex Steel Pulse) who said that I had natural rhythm and playing ability.  Godfrey was a great teacher and a great person, who taught me a lot about Jazz including ‘Giant Steps’ by John Coltrane.  We played original Jazz funk compositions for many years until Godfrey unfortunately passed away in 2008.  I remained loyal with Godfrey, we went through many musicians, except for the last set-up we had, which included David Charles ex drummer for Terrence Trent Derby, Little Dread a local Bass player and Moses another local musician who played Percussion.  Shortly before I met Godfrey I met my lovely wife Joy.  We have raised two beautiful Daughters Danielle and Chloe.  Bringing up a family took priority; I played occasionally with Godfrey until life got easier.

In 2006 I began to write my own compositions and have not stopped since.  I developed my song writing skills listening and performing Jazz, Classic Rock, Blues, Mozart and joining a musician website called BandAMP.com.  I now class myself as a Multi-Instrumentalist songwriter with the Guitar as my main instrument. After many months of practise I’m now accomplished with the Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone, Keyboards, Mandolin, Flute, Violin and Bass. I can also sing.

On the 20th August 2009, I launched my first album ‘Laughter of Joy’, which I wrote, performed and produced from my home studio. There’s no better buzz or sense of achievement for me than when I produce an original piece of music and listen to the final production.  I have learned so much recently, long may it continue. I have since produced two other albums looking to produce many more.

I just love it!!!

We are the band R.A.T. and we are originated in the far far away east of Holland. We are ready to rock your festival or kitchen table with our own classic rock-inspired music. Get set for pit stains, sore throats, and your own undiscovered dance talent. Our music will let you indulge yourself in long-forgotten rock-dominated times. We love to do what we do and we think you do too.

Guitarplayer of dutch progresive rock band Generate. Original songs. This channel will also be used for my own purposes.

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