Rocker Lyle Turns to a Quieter Style

ONE of Newcastle's best known rock 'n' roll front men LYLE AKINS has branched out on his own as singer-guitarist. As lead singer of THE URGE for four years, Akins was a regular performer at the Jolly Roger, the Marquis O'Lorne and Toronto Workers Club. In his time with The ...

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Musician Thriving After Deciding to Perform Solo

SINGER guitarist LYLE AKINS has made a successful transition to solo work, following his departure from lead vocal duties with THE URGE. Akins, playing this Friday night at the Gunyah Hotel, has picked up a monthly residency at the Belmont venue where he plays on the third Friday of every month. ...

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