- Phoenix, AZ
- Elvis Impersonator
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John Tucker and David Gerkin
Overview
If you're looking for an acoustic duo that plays a variety of musical styles, look no further than John Tucker and David Gerkin. They play covers spanning many different genres, including easy listening, classic pop, soft rock, folk, and light jazz, as well as originals influenced by all these genres. John and David trade off on lead vocals and add lots of vocal harmonies. John plays classical acoustic guitar and bass, while David adds steel-string acoustic, electric, and bass. Covers include Beatles, James Taylor, Cat Stevens, Jimmy Buffet, Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young, Gordon Lightfoot, and Van Morrison.
Reviews
4 reviews
Gustavo Q.
September 26, 2025I really recommend
They were great, all my guests loved them.
Hired as: Acoustic Band, Guitarist, Oldies Music
Toni P.
September 26, 2025Oldies music from John Tucker and David Gerkin
John Tucker and David Gerkin played beautifully together at Heritage Assist Living in Carefree on August 5th, I loved their performance and all residents loved their music. I am so grateful they will continue to perform at Heritage. So glad to have them back.
Hired as: 1970s Era Entertainment, Oldies Music, Singing Guitarist
Sydney S.
August 15, 202510/10 recommend!
They were everything we wanted! Highly recommend!
Hired as: Guitarist, Oldies Music, Singing Guitarist
Kevin D.
May 4, 2025An Unforgettable Night of Acoustic Music
Great performance by John Tucker and David Gerkin was nothing short of captivating. With only their guitars and raw vocal power, the duo transformed the stage into an intimate, emotional space filled with soul-stirring melodies and heartfelt storytelling. Known for their distinct styles and musical chemistry, Tucker and Gerkin’s acoustic set was a masterclass in stripped-down performance — one that reminded the audience of the pure magic of live music. From delicate harmonies to powerful solos, every note felt intentional, authentic, and deeply moving.
Hired as: Acoustic Band, Folk Band, Guitarist, Oldies Music, Singing Guitarist
Booking information
Price range: $200 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Commercial General Liability
What to expect
With John Tucker and David Gerkin, you can expect to hear easy listening, acoustic, and light electric performances of original songs and cover songs from the 60's and 70's. They put their own unique spin on each song, so you'll recognize each cover song, but you'll also notice the duo's own expressive touch.
The band can play soft enough to provide background music or loud enough to give a dynamic performance depending on the needs of the venue or event.
About
John Tucker and David Gerkin have been playing gigs together and with other groups in the greater Phoenix metro area for the past 30 years. Their music spans so many genres and eras that it's hard to place it in one or two categories.
John Tucker: Classical acoustic guitar, bass, lead and background vocals. From the Beatles to the Temptations to James Taylor, John’s varied musical interests contribute much to the musical texture of the duo as do his original compositions.
David Gerkin: Electric and acoustic guitar, bass, lead and background vocals. David cites the Beatles, Beach Boys, and Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young as influences. David is a songwriter, and the duo performs many of his compositions.
Additional booking notes
No special technical requirements. John and David provide all equipment needed.
Services offered
Past booked events
September 2025
20
Saturday
Sun Lakes Pool Park
1:00pm - 4:00pm
13
Saturday
Corporate Event
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Chandler, AZ
August 2025
24
Sunday
House Concert
3:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Carefree, AZ
July 2025
01
Tuesday
Corporate Event
2:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Marana, AZ
October 2023
05
Thursday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Paradise Valley, AZ
Team
Set list
First Set
1. Moondance: Van Morrison
2. Everything’s Gonna Be All Right: Original
3. Margaritaville: Jimmy Buffett
4. In My Life: The Beatles
5. Desert Moon: Original
6. Words: The Bee Gees
7. Wild World: Cat Stevens
8. Walk With Me: Original
9. I'll Be Back: Beatles
10. Wildflowers: Tom Petty
11. Because I Miss You: Original
12. If You Could Read My Mind: Gordon Lightfoot
13. Helplessly Hoping: Crosby, Stills, and Nash
Second Set
1. Spooky: Classics IV
2. Things We Said Today: The Beatles
3. It's Time: Original
4. Ain’t No Sunshine: Bill Withers
5. Song Sung Blue: Neil Diamond
6. People Get Ready: Curtis Mayfield
8. l'll Follow The Sun: The Beatles
9. Alone Tonight: Original
10. Handyman: James Taylor
11. Crazy Love: Poco
12. Fully Alive: Original
13. Under the Boardwalk: The Drifters
Influences and inspiration
Beatles, Temptations, James Taylor, Beach Boys, Crosby Stills Nash and Young, Doobie Brothers, Earth, Wind, and Fire, and Hall and Oates.
Setup requirements
All that is required is an electrical outlet and space for two musicians and a small one-column Bose sound system.
John and David provide all needed equipment: Guitars, mics, sound sound system.
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Oldies Music
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