John Tucker and David Gerkin

Phoenix, AZ

$200 and up

Travels up to 120 miles

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Moondance

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Walk With Me

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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

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Gustavo Q.

September 26, 2025
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I really recommend

They were great, all my guests loved them.

Hired as: Acoustic Band, Guitarist, Oldies Music


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Toni P.

September 26, 2025
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Oldies 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


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Sydney S.

August 15, 2025
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10/10 recommend!

They were everything we wanted! Highly recommend!

Hired as: Guitarist, Oldies Music, Singing Guitarist


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Kevin D.

May 4, 2025

An 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

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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.

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

David Gerkin Guitarist/Singer
John Tucker Guitarist/Singer

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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