About 3AM
Rooted in the 1970s rock scene, 3AM was formed in 2004 by founding member and lead guitarist Tim Renton alongside keyboardist Chris Parren. Over two decades, the band has evolved through various lineups, shaped by a succession of dedicated musicians who have defined our soulful blues-rock sound.
The band’s identity has been forged by powerful vocalists, from the raw energy of original singer Helen Turner to the melodic versatility of Laura Long. In late 2025, we began a vibrant new chapter with the arrival of vocalist Esra Parr. Blending original compositions with eclectic covers ranging from Linda Ronstadt to Elles Bailey, Esra brings a dynamic new energy to the stage.
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3AM BAND MEMBERS FROM December 2025 (in alphabetical order)
Chris Parren keys and musical arrangements.
A professional session musician - worked and toured with
The Strawbs, AC/DC and James Burton;
recorded with many Artists - including Maggie Bell, Hudson-Ford, Jim Capaldi, Judy Tzuke, George Michael.
Also starred/played in 70’s TV hit “Rock Follies”.
Gifting his skills to 3am since Day 1 – in 2005!
Esra Parr vocals.
Having brought up her family and had a successful career in the creative industries most recently as an award- winning garden designer, she decided to dedicate herself to singing and has enjoyed performing at the Half Moon in Putney and the Bull’s Head in Barnes. She is now thrilled to have been asked to join 3AM!
Martin House bass.
Guitar lessons forced upon him aged 11. Folk and classical guitar lessons followed, not generating much enthusiasm, but learning
T-Rex guitar solos did. At 19 he joined a band that needed a bass player so bought his first bass. Since then he has played bass
in innumerable bands and can still play the guitar solo to Ride a White Swan!
Stephane Booroff percussion.
His professional career began in 1967, touring Germany and then extensive UK gigging with a variety of soul, blues and rock bands. In 1994 he joined Bad Luck & Trouble. Since then he’s started and/or still plays in his own outfits Blue Notes Jazz Quintet, The Escorts and Sky High in between years working with Mo’ Indigo touring blues band + support band for John Mayall tour & Sherman Robertson tour, the Merseybeat Legends, Edison Lighthouse, Chicory Tip and Butterscotch.
Tim Renton guitars/vocals/song-writing.
Gigging from the age of 14, later playing in 70’s rock band Reign, Tim also played on Top of the Pops 9 times as bassist in the original Wombles band, and on many radio and TV shows across Europe, including the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest.
Founder member of 3am.