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One for the 'mature of years' on here - forgive me if this has been done before. Not seen it if it has.
Who remembers the pub rock era of the early to mid 70s? From the delights of local cover bands, to stalwarts like Brinsley Schwarz and Ducks Deluxe, to rising stars such as The Stranglers and Graham Parker & the Rumour. What a great time it was.
The best pub rock band I saw, and by some considerable way, was Dr Feelgood. Saw them in the early 70s in a pub in Northolt I think it was. Possibly the most electric atmosphere at a gig I've ever experience. Brilliant!
We had a lot of good bands at The Windsor Castle, wish I'd paid more attention. Remember Red Beans & Rice, decent blues outfit and another crowd (name escapes me), who had a Chuck Berry tune with the chorus "Get Your Kicks in Shoe..bury..ness", always went down well.
I picked this book up 2nd hand in Frinton on sea about 10 years ago , I had no idea Nick Lowe was in Brinsley Schwartz.
As a side note of zero interest, Wilko Johnson gets his suits made at the bottom of my road in Sartoria tailors by the same bloke who made the Sid Vicious white dinner jacket in the 'My Way' video. He, Wilko, not Sid, can often be seen having a lunchtime drink in the Mariners leigh broadway.
I've heard fhat the Dr Feelgood gigs in the Leigh on sea Grand were Legendary. Shame the Venue is no more.
Yes, but can you tell us the name of Wilko's barber?
The Good Old Boys were originally formed as a vehicle to play live Rock 'n' Roll whenever the members were free from touring with their own bands. The astounding response they received has led them to become a successful band in their own right and as a result the combined talents of Alan Barratt, Nick Simper, Peter Parks, Simon Bishop and Richard Hudson provide a perfect blend for the 50s 60s Rock 'n' Roll / R&B enthusiast.
Alan Barratt (lead singer) started his professional career singing with Jo-Jo Gun. He has worked alongside the likes of Chip Hawkes (Tremelos), Cliff Bennett and the Rebel Rousers and The Carlo Little Band (Stones). His unique, understated, relaxed vocal style has led to his continued success and popularity, making him one of the most sought after names in Rock 'n' Roll today.
Nick Simper (bass and vocals) needs no introduction. His name is synonymous with one of the greatest rock bands ever, Deep Purple, of which he was a founder member. He first played professionally with Johnny Kidd and The Pirates and his vintage bass playing is the bedrock for The Good Old Boys.
Peter Parks (guitar and vocals) played alongside Nick Simper in the Deep Purple offshoot band, Warhorse. He subsequently went on to record albums with the much-acclaimed Fandango and has performed with B.B.King, Paul McCartney and Simple Minds. His fine rock and blues guitar playing is a huge asset to the band.
Simon Bishop (guitar and vocals) was originally a session guitarist for the BBC. He has toured with Renaissance, High Society, and The Monks and has recently returned from session work in Nashville where his unique country rock guitar style places him in great demand. The unusual combination of the two contrasting guitarists adds significantly to the brilliance of the band.
Richard Hudson (drums and vocals) needs no introduction to Strawbs fans. Hud is never happier than when playing, and he keeps his hand in by playing with a range of bands, when not busy with his current project High Society.
An evening with the Good Old Boys is an exhilarating experience and one not to be missed. The coming together of five great musicians on one stage cannot fail to excite, and excitement, after all, is what Rock 'n' Roll is about.
Contact: Richard Hudson or Terence Cooke @ Cybagent Tel or Fax: 020 8445 9072 email:teecee.cyberdisk@btinternet.com.
Their 2009 live album was recorded at an all day Deep Purple convention on 3 May 2008 to mark the 40th anniversary of the first Deep Purple performance in Denmark in April 1968. Line-up as above. The highly informative booklet lists some previous incarnations, with members including Chris Hunt (Blue Angel Orchestra/The Bruvvers/Lonnie Donegan and many many more bands throughout a long career) and even Rick Wakeman.
See also Hudson Ford, The Monks, Hud - The Actor, High Society, Velvet Opera, Hud's First Band!, The GBs,
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Albums Good Old Boys Live at the Deep Purple Convention
The Good Old Boys - Live At The Deep Purple Convention (Wymer Records, TSA 1001, 2009) Full album details on Album details page.
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Bit of a long one, but the lead singer lives down my road. They are genuinely fantastic, and they should be given their history. Still doing it, too.
A shout for the Mick Clarke Band playing the Blues somewhere in Brentford many years ago - another terrific band.
Nic Simper lived at the top of my road growing up and I, along with a couple of mates used to listen to the proto Deep Purple rehearsing in his house. He came out once and asked why didn't we learn to play ourselves and form our own band. I told him I couldn't afford to buy a guitar and have lessons so he said he would teach me if I got a guitar. A week later, he was good to his word and I had quite a few guitar lessons from him before DP went out on tour to promote Book Of Taliesyn. Before he went he hooked me up with a guitar teacher that lived near Tentelow Lane who had taught Pete Townshend to play guitar.
Apologies in advance as not quite in the right era BUT these loons seemed to play every weekend in a different Guildford pub back in the early 80's. Can't have a Pub Rock thread without Dumpy's Rusty Nuts.........
Nic Simper lived at the top of my road growing up and I, along with a couple of mates used to listen to the proto Deep Purple rehearsing in his house. He came out once and asked why didn't we learn to play ourselves and form our own band. I told him I couldn't afford to buy a guitar and have lessons so he said he would teach me if I got a guitar. A week later, he was good to his word and I had quite a few guitar lessons from him before DP went out on tour to promote Book Of Taliesyn. Before he went he hooked me up with a guitar teacher that lived near Tentelow Lane who had taught Pete Townshend to play guitar.
Nic Simper lived at the top of my road growing up and I, along with a couple of mates used to listen to the proto Deep Purple rehearsing in his house. He came out once and asked why didn't we learn to play ourselves and form our own band. I told him I couldn't afford to buy a guitar and have lessons so he said he would teach me if I got a guitar. A week later, he was good to his word and I had quite a few guitar lessons from him before DP went out on tour to promote Book Of Taliesyn. Before he went he hooked me up with a guitar teacher that lived near Tentelow Lane who had taught Pete Townshend to play guitar.
I learned to play guitar in similar circumstances. People said I was crap so I moved to Paris. They said I was crap there as well, but it sounds nicer in French.
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