Melvin Hancox

Son of songwriter and playwright Stephen Hancox and artist Lynette Hancox. Based in Birmingham, UK. Played his first gig at age 12, got his first record deal at age 16. Formed “Vincent Flatts Final Drive” and got his second deal at 18. He has worked with Ray Phillips (Budgie), Man, Tony McPhee, Tom Farnell (Savoy Brown), Canned Heat, Paul Hancox (no relation) (ex-Chicken Shack drummer with whom Melvin occasionally performs as “Imagination Lady”), Kex Gorin (Magnum), Mick Bonham, and Ace Kefford. Has written, produced and released six highly original albums, fronting his own trio as well as solo offerings.