The Faves are a party band based in Melbourne Australia, who play classic rock and blues favourites from every era of modern music.
The 60s to the 90s and beyond…
The Faves (formerly Bakehouse Tuesday) are a party band based in Melbourne Australia, who play classic rock and blues favourites from every era of modern music.
From pubs and clubs to corporate events and weddings, and from blue jeans to collar and tie, they truly are a band for all occasions.
Please explore the site, and if you have any queries or would like to book the band for your venue or event, call Simon on 0413 246 889 or email skingsford@gmail.com
And remember, Any time is the right time for a good time!
Biographies
Simon Kingsford: Lead Vocals + Rhythm Guitar
Simon has been playing music most of his life (from church choir, brass band and musical comedy in the 70’s to rock’n’roll and punk bands in the early 80’s to classic hits at pubs, clubs and weddings in the 90’s and beyond). In the early 2000’s he joined the ‘Rock of Ages’ band and in 2007 despite a full-time job and a young family, was performing up to three shows a week.
Then in 2011 following the retirement of the brilliant Ed Demetriou, Bakehouse Tuesday were advertising for a vocalist to enjoy a casual jam and the odd professional date. The pace sounded perfect. A few years and many gigs later and it still feels… perfect 🙂
Angelo Ciavarella: Lead Guitar
Angelo (‘Ange’) started playing guitar at the age of eleven and by 14 his band began performing at Italian social clubs. Influenced by guitar legends such as Hank Marvin, Carlos Santana and Tony Mottola, he shared a passion for music and guitar playing with friends that he remains close to today.
At the age of 40 with his family by his side, he and some friends formed a band called the Long Gone Daddys. The band played for eight years with Ange as lead guitarist until family commitments forced him to retire. The Long Gone Daddys still perform today with the son of a friend, his proud replacement.
Following a change in life and a four year break, he decided to blow the cobwebs off his music gear and join Bakehouse Tuesday. He’s now back to what he loves doing most… “playing in a rock band… Yeah Baby!”.
Aldo Mazzoni: Bass Guitar
Although Aldo didn’t start playing guitar until he was 18, he’s been hooked ever since.
He likes to play a thumping, rocky bass style that taps into the beat and this shows in his playing style and in the way he jumps, dances and moves while he’s playing.
Although he’s no Travolta, he sure does have a ball on stage.
Aldo is an IT professional when he’s filling in the hours between the times he loves most – Jamming and gigs.
Craig Dowling:
Craig Dowling has been behind a drum kit since the early 1980s, inspired from the outset by some of the most iconic drummers in music history, including John Bonham, Buddy Rich, Neil Peart, Gene Krupa, Ringo Starr, and Keith Moon. Their power, precision, and personality helped shape Craig’s lifelong passion for rhythm.
While he appreciates the artistry and technical brilliance of these legends, Craig’s own philosophy behind the kit is simple: serve the song. His primary focus is laying down a solid groove that brings great classic songs to life and gets people moving toward the dance floor. For him, great drumming isn’t just about fills and flair, it’s about feel, timing, and creating the pulse that lifts the entire band.
Over the decades Craig has played in numerous bands, performing a wide range of classic rock and crowd-pleasing favourites. Each project has added another chapter to a long musical journey built on camaraderie, live performance, and the shared energy between band and audience.
For Craig, drumming isn’t just a hobby, it’s a lifelong rhythm. And he plans to keep playing until the internal metronome finally reaches its last tick.
History
The demise of Ansett Airlines in late 2001 led to the formation of Bakehouse Tuesday. The three original guitarists were all Ansett staff. As they had plenty of free time Paul Gosling (Lead), Aldo Mazzoni (Bass) and Graeme McInnes (Rhythm) started jamming at each others’ homes on a regular basis. Once they were back in the workforce, Aldo advertised for a drummer and a singer.
Godly George (Drummer) and Ed Demetriou (Singer) joined with the very first rehearsal held in December 2002.
Bakehouse Studios in Richmond quickly became the regular venue for rehearsals and Tuesday nights the regular day which resulted in the band’s name “Bakehouse Tuesday”.
At the start it was just for fun, getting together for a jam and a few drinks, but things clicked, the music got better and better and they realised the band had potential.
They spent some cash on better equipment and things started to get more serious. The goal became more about entertaining crowds than just playing music. Soon the band was doing gigs around the pubs and clubs in Melbourne.
In 2004 Godly headed overseas and Greg Norton-Smith joined on drums.
At the end of 2010 Ed retired from singing and Simon Kingsford joined as singer in early 2011. In 2013 Simon took some time out and Ed returned bigger and better than ever. Then in late 2014 Ed headed overseas and Simon returned to the band. In early 2015 Paul decided to move on, which lead to Angelo Ciavarella joining on lead guitar.
Following the departure of Graeme and Greg, Aldo was the only foundation member remaining. With a vastly different lineup to the original, the decision was made to change the name of the band to reflect a fresh start and new direction. Bakehouse Tuesday became The Faves.
The lineup now consists of Simon Kingsford on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Angelo Ciavarella on lead guitar, Aldo Mazzoni on bass and Craig Dowling on drums.
From Left: Aldo Mazzoni, Paul Gosling, Godly George, Ed Demetriou, Greg Norton-Smith, Simon Kingsford, Graeme McInnes and Angelo Ciavarella (before the addition of new drummer Craig Dowling).
