Andy Gonzales
Inducted in 2016
Andy has been a very important part of the
Phoenix music scene for over 50 years.
Andy was born in Phoenix in 1952 and he has
established himself as one of finest bass and
guitar players, bandleaders and record producers
on the Phoenix music scene.
Some of his most popular bands through the years
include: Memphis Soul, La Raza
and Barrio Latino.
One of his most notable jobs was bandleader for
ABHOF Inductee Francine Reed, from 1980 to
1990. He is still working with Francine
once in a while.
Andy has traveled all over the world doing tours
with Jennifer Bone. He played with ABHOF
inductee Chuck Hall, on tours through
Scandinavia. Among the many projects he is
currently involved with, he plays with The
Hans Olson (ABHOF inductee)
Band. He has also played with ABHOF
inductees Stan Devereux, Big Pete Pearson,
George Bowman and countless others.
He backed up the great Earl King in the 80’s.
Also in the 80’s, he was in the house band at
the legendary Century Sky Room, backing all the
legends of the Phoenix Blues R&B and Jazz
scene on the famous “Blue Mondays” jam for two
years.
He played at the Phuket (Thailand) Blues and
Jazz Festival with Charlie Musselwhite.
Andy has produced several recording projects
recently for Big Pete Pearson, Hans Olson,
Francine Reed and many others.
Andy Gonzales is truly a legendary figure on the
Arizona Music scene.
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