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The rhythm section can be very a sensitive creature.
This photo was taken in the studio during the making of " Four Chums Play Pops ". An affectionate meeting of drums and bass. It
has been said that if you play the album backwards... you will hear
an ancient Chinese proverb say...
"Avoid
buying your round by pretending to be a
tree " judy Email:
<jude.broad@btopenworld>
Goc (pronnouned Jock) Email: <iamtheendoftheworldasweknowit@hotmail.com> Posted on: Monday, January 21, 2002, 04:02 PMHey hup biggit up! You guys rawked again big stylee at the Prince of Wales, shame there wasn't more room for me to dance around in my tartebn trousers! Bring on more Baggy Trousers - so kewl! And as for Mark the Harp ... wow, kewl tools! See you all soon x Andy Email: <lastorders69@hotmail.com> Posted on: Wednesday, April 10, 2002, 12:36 PMJust saw you guys play at the Prince of Wales on Sunday for the first time. Ive got to say I came away smiling, exellent quality, timing, sound and performance, thanks for a great night. Will be come see you at your next local/nearly local gig. Oh and if you need photos taken then im qualified..seriously. Sarah and Sam Posted on: Friday, May 17, 2002, 11:40 AMPlease guys use a better pic of us, you know we can do better!!! We love you loads and will c you at the P of W in June. Paul Harris Email: <paulbertmrg@hotmail.com> Posted on: Monday, June 03, 2002, 01:13 PMMe again! Thank you soo much for the gig you played for me little sis's party in lewes on the 24th may 2002. You lot made the night one to remember, cheers :-) (the only downfall for the evening was the f##kin' prat who had the amp away) Thanx again guys. YOU NEED BIGGER HATS!!! gazza Posted on: Saturday, June 22, 2002, 03:48 PM Ju's dog, Charlie Sarah De Vos Email: <Shdevos@hotmail.com> Posted on: Friday, August 23, 2002, 08:46 PM hello! this is Sarah from Belgium, just to say you're great and I'll be in England in september, so ginny and i will come and see you in burgess hill. see ya. Paul Harris Email: <Paulbertmrg@hotmail.com> Posted on: Thursday, September 05, 2002, 11:42 PMTis only me again! Message for Mr Tommy Tucker. My mother doesn't stop talkin' about you! will be seein yo on the gig at linden. Posted on: Wednesday, October 31, 2001, 09:17 AM I have never
been to a wedding reception that was so bloody good! This combined
with the fact that it was our own wedding, made it the best party
I have ever been to. If you ever need a jam session with Promising
Smith again, let me know. Thanks for making it so special. See you
in November...somewhere... Phil & Kate
Simba Email: <simbatl@yahoo.co.uk> Posted on: Sunday, December 30, 2001, 10:59 PMI danced so hard, my shoes came untied. Julie Ansfitt Posted on: Wednesday, February 20, 2002, 02:52 PMHello!! Tommy Tucker looks like Ant! Well done for paying Flowers in The Rain and Sha La La La Lee at the weekend, they're my favourite songs! See ya all soon! xxxxxxxxxxx Gingin Email: <virg.richardson@virgin.net> Posted on: Sunday, August 25, 2002, 04:14 PMI'm the Uckfield landlady (+ many other things). Belgian Sarah is on her way again. VERY happy to accompany her to see you. You always guarantee a great evening's entertainment - even recognise the (very rare) bum note so you're real. Will miss Munchkin horribly. He's mesmorising - wasted if he doesn't continue performing. Where's the non-smoker keyboard man, Tommy, fagged out? See you soon. Keith & Joy Shackleton Email: <keith@edenside.fsworld.co.uk> Posted on: Thursday, October 24, 2002, 01:44 PMJulian Just discovered your site Probably the the best website this side of the sixties. Now we won't have to search our pockets for those cute little gig lists. See you soon ( probably the Coachhouse on Nov 1st) Duf Posted on: Friday, October 25, 2002, 02:48 PMSunday 20/10/02 Royal Wells Blew me away - I was in my own little heaven all night, didn't want it to end! Ash Posted on: Thursday, October 31, 2002, 12:12 AMNice site ,just found it . Do you want my pic with Brits here? Grey Matter!! Posted on: Saturday, November 02, 2002, 07:58 PMAsh...cant wait to see the pic of you with Brits!! No doubt you have several others to display in the gallery!?.....ironic that your message was delivered 12 mins after the witching hour!!...Meow!! Good to hear you with the babes again. ttfn xxx Guys...we are forever your followers! xx The Boys Posted on: Monday, November 04, 2002, 08:50 PMA big thanks to "Sam Flynn" who wonderfully stood in for Tommy while he was on his confidence building program on Ben Nevis with the SAS. Thank you and what a groovy guy you are. Promising Smith Email: <tigertimbo_uk@yahoo.co.uk> Posted on: Tuesday, November 05, 2002, 01:14 PMOur whole band were down to see you on the 1st at the Coach House. Well what can we say....A perfect Ten topped off with a duet with Gary on Jonny be Goode....Well done boys The Ginger Ninja ! Posted on: Wednesday, November 06, 2002, 02:17 PMCant wait to hear Julian sing Rocket Man one more time, it brings tears of joy to my eyes long serving fan!! Posted on: Friday, November 15, 2002, 07:38 PMWhats a bit of petrol amoungst fans!! Although a private jet would get us there quicker! xxx From: Joolz Posted on: Saturday, November 16, 2002, 03:27 PMIs a long serving fan someone who saw us play at The Lewes Prison Annual Dance Another not so long serving fan! Posted on: Saturday, November 16, 2002, 04:42 PMWe travel miles to see you strut your stuff. 2nite will be yet another trek across sussex! Its worth it to see the smiles and let our jiggly bits jiggle! Jeanne Irwin Email: <jeanne@nicholasirwin.co.uk> Posted on: Friday, November 22, 2002, 11:06 AMEnjoyed your set very much when we saw you in October!! David Mason party - Perhaps you can play at our 21st Birthday do in January? Paulie harris Email: <paulbertmrg@hotmail.com> Posted on: Sunday, November 24, 2002, 12:09 AMHey guys great as normal. Just hoping that girl sitting nr by with the pointed shoes is a regular at the swan. will be there next time you play. ps am still trying to sort out a gig for you in sunny lewes which isn't our back garden. see ya soon. Tommy mum says Hi! x Sam Flynn Posted on: Sunday, January 05, 2003, 05:41 PMHey guys, hope you had a wicked christmas and a Fab new year. sam From: Jiggley Bits Posted on: Thursday, January 09, 2003, 07:28 PMOhhh Sam . . . we miss u . . . of course Tommy is ace, but u were Magic !! georgia Posted on: Thursday, January 23, 2003, 11:03 AMyou're a fab band love ya all!! slaughter Email: <returd@mad.scientist.com> Posted on: Thursday, January 23, 2003, 10:54 PMI am an average to stupid filmmaker working in Alberta, Canada. I want to say that "Death Trip" has been a key album in my life so far. And thanks to the Tar Babies. slaughter Posted on: Thursday, January 23, 2003, 11:02 PMoops, wrong Tar Babies! Well you guys changed my life too! Upon seeing your website here, I've decided to become a girl. Isn't it strange. I already am 1. Jiggly Bits & Co Posted on: Thursday, January 30, 2003, 12:24 AMBelated thanx to the muskerteers!Couldn't have got through Fri without ya. And 'The Tarbabies' well you brightend up an awful day. Thank You x g Posted on: Thursday, February 06, 2003, 09:18 AMhi joolz,guess who!please will you play Waterloo Sunset & Lazy Sunday Afternoon on fri at Coach House? promise I wont keep asking! love album with Sylvia by Focus on it ur all amazing musicians! g x Steve Cooper Email: <williamvillage@aol.com> Posted on: Thursday, February 06, 2003, 11:00 AMHi Guy's and thanks for yet another punchy and yet tight gig in T/Wells the other night. Im getting slowly addicted to the band after seeing you at the Villagers at Vigo about 9 months ago and now try to get to a gig if its anywhere near Maidstone which brings me to this Saturday night, I believe you are playing at the New Inn at Sevenoaks but could you tell us where it is so we can find you ? Thanks - The Maidstone Crew a 24/7 follower.. Posted on: Tuesday, February 11, 2003, 09:37 AMAh i can't wait for the new one to appear.. (plus my neighbours need a break from the old ones!!!) so come on you people in Belguim bin the chocolate(its bad for ya anyway)& get producing.. there are some very excited TB addicts here waiting!! x From: Dajana boldt Email: <dajanaboldt@yahoo.de> Posted on: Friday, February 14, 2003, 11:25 PMHey ihr, ich musss mal sagen, dass ihr wirklich gut seid. Ich hoffe ihr koennt das uebersetzen. Macht weiter so!!!! SLF Posted on: Wednesday, February 19, 2003, 11:26 AMSaw you guys for the 1st time last weekend ! Wow, you all rock ! Do any of you want to marry me ? Lee Posted on: Wednesday, March 05, 2003, 11:09 PMI was listening to a C.D. of The Tar Babies today and I commented to my wife on what a great band they are. Then my wife said " Well, you would say that, you're the fucking Bass player! you good for nothing twat. " : ) Posted on: Thursday, February 20, 2003, 09:07 AM Has anyone seen Wally?!! The Real Tommy Posted on: Friday, February 21, 2003, 11:21 PMMy FIRST visit to this illustrious site. Please note the correct spellings for 'wherewithal' and 'appropriate'. Love to all those who come and see us! Yours pedantically, Ten-pin Bowling, Sharp-shooting and Strange-Video- Dancing-thingy Champion of the Band!!! "Sam"
- Swinging new site!!! Has to be the BEST website we've ever seen!!!
Very groovy.....just like you boys!
p.s Love the hairstyles?!?!?! "Carnaby
Barnaby" NEWS
FLASH - Lee's off on tour with Rick
Wakeman .
"Carnaby
Barnaby" NEWS
FLASH - There have been two reported
problems from Mac users trying to access the web site, it seems
Macs get confused easily , sorry man.
"Emma"
- Like the new webshite at least we know
where you're playing now much much groovier than the old site
see you soon.
"Carnaby
Barnaby" - It's gone
very quiet.....shhhhhh..... hope you ain't bin scared off.
"Carnaby
Barnaby" NEWS
FLASH - For those long serving fans
amongst you. Andy "Bunty" Mutter, the original bass
player is back from L.A. and he's doing a couple of gigs with
the band. Remember....he looked like Bon Jovi but without the
plucked eye brows.
"Furry"
- I finally
found time to check out the new site ! Its wicked ! Hope to catch
you all soon. Luv Furry x
"G"
- Hi jeepsters! only just found out how
2 email u in new chat room! enjoyed gig last night at Dallington
you're the best band around - the Queen should b proud! Anyway
where is everyone? the chat rooms usually full - expect they're
queuing up in Le Mans - France already waiting 4 your arrival
cos we all luv ya !- a happy tarbabette x
"Stella"
- The website is an impressive journey,
thank you. By the way, "Barnaby".... is a bit cute,
has a interesting smile! Stella's my name and stalking, is my
game! Hope to see you groovy boy's soon! SxS
"Carnaby
Barnaby" NEWS
FLASH - Anybody making it to Le Mans.....we'll
be in the "Caterham 7" marquee.
Free the "Caterham Seven" !! they are innocent! I'll
find out soon if and how much it is to get
in to the gig .
"Carnaby
Barnaby" -
Please no flirting with me girls as I'm simply a Virtual Reality
Dude and besides I'm seeing Roger Rabbit's girlfriend at the moment.
"Jo
Stone" <jostone8@talk21.com>
Hey I saw you at the prince of wales in early April. and I thought you were great. "Bunty"
It was a pleasure playing bass for the Tar
Babies again after 6 years. What particularly impressed me was
the projectile vomiting from one of the members of the audience......thanks
for pushing me out of the way!!
"Carnaby
Barnaby" -
It was a pleasure having you back after 6 years. That particular
member of the audience was possibly one of The Tar Babies' finest
critics.
"Stella"-
'Anyone for tennis'!.....There must be somebody up, having a crafty
surf!! ( While the other half is asleep!)
"Slow
Hand Luke" - I'm up playing
pocket billiards
"Stella"-
Sod the tennis......room for one more!!
"Two
lost souls in their fish bowl" Hello
you young dudes!!
We want to tell you, your website is getting better and better!!!....We always thought Nigel Tufnell was our hero, but you're far more "ROCK 'N' ROLL" !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! "Carnaby
Barnaby" -
I thought goldfish only had a memory of three seconds....so how
you managed to finnish the sentence I just don't know. And another
thing................ I thought goldfish only had a memory of
three seconds??!!
"OUR
MAN IN FRANCE"
NEWS FLASH - Hi groovers.
£10 gets you in the "Caterham 7" marquee for the night... so long as you are sober and well behaved!!! - proceeds go to Leuk Research. "Carnaby
Barnaby" -
sober and well behaved!
Argghhh, well that rules the band out.
"Carnaby
Barnaby" -
A GREAT!!! Big thanks to Lenny
for his excellent tour of duty.
"Chris
King" - I have just been reminded
of you by a conversation about Sergeant Pepper. I used to see
u in Plumpton a lot about 3 years ago with a mate of mine James
Dell. You were f#'*ing great, cheers.
"A
Chuckle brother" - I just wanted
to say how much I enjoyed your gig at the 40th Birthday Bash in
the woods last Saturday. I've never heard the band sound so good
- maybe it was the energy from the crowd or the volume or just
a highly polished performance I'm not sure but you sounded so
good that night I just had to say thanks for a really good one.
I'm growing very fond of "You really got me" just because it's such an aggressive riff and always seems to get the place rocking and Ray Davies writes a lovely lyric doesn't he ? Have you ever thought of playing the Who's Substitute ? How did the Prince of Wales gig go ? I decided that 3 times in a week was a but much so I dipped out of that one - you can only get so much of a good thing. Take care and we hope to see you soon "Carnaby
Barnaby" -
The above mentioned "chuckle brother"
is officially the number one Tar Babies fan, having broken all
previous records for attendance and showing no respect whatsoever
for international borders, he is up there in the annals of history
as the one most likely to assassinate one of the band. But we
love him anyway......but please, just make sure it's quick and
decisive and preferably one of the rhythm section.
"Nicki"-
I can't thank you boys enough for your brilliant
performance on Saturday night, I don't think that I could not
have chosen a better band if I had searched the entire country!
You were totally tip-top in every way, and judging by the emails
and texts I have been receiving since Saturday everyone else thought
so to. Many, many thanks, see you soon, Nicki .
"Chris"-
Thanks for a great night yesterday. You
guys are still the classiest act around and I especially liked
my generation and your new backing singers!
"Carnaby
Barnaby" -
Stevie"The
Ladies Man" Watts
aka "Fingers"
is joining the band for September as Tommy
is having his entire flat redecorated with Greek pillars and shag
pile by a builder called Caligula. Tommy said.......and I quote
" I need time out from the band to rekindle the Roman Emperor
in me. It seems that like most builders these days Caligula is
stretching the work out and taking on the odd gladiator job at
the weekends down at the Lido so I will have to drain my Jacuzzi
of ass's milk and move in there.....but at least my Spartacus
bed has arrived from Argos which nails neatly up against the wall,
thus making plenty of space for my bust of Caesar and entire collection
of leather gimp masks".
"Tommy"
- Ooh that rotter Carnaby Barnaby! Which scoundrel told him? These
damned builders are not only horribly expensive but downright
disloyal! Anyway instead of the shagpile I'm having the Burgundy
Axminster and some Leopardskin scatter cushions. I think you'll
all agree that the columns will look much better than my original
choice of pine cladding and formica surfaces and I'm getting rid
of the hostess trolley and seventies mini-bar. Now where's that
fop Caligula? Toodle-pip!
PS No love toys for Carnaby Barnaby when I return! "Carnaby
Barnaby" -
Joolz is a very modest chappie and he insisted
I didn't tell anyone......he didn't want a big fuss made, but
I've just got to tell someone before I burst. He is the "Driving
a mini round a field speed trials" champion of the band.
There I feel much better now.
"Tommy"
- Of course until *ALL* the band members complete their heats
a full and accurate decision is still pending.Your humble adjudicator.
PS To say nothing of the much-hyped Tar Babies Go-Cart Derby.
“a
careful driver!” - Carnaby Barnaby
would you tell “Joolz” not to be so humble, winning
that race is a truly momentous occasion & one of which he
should be proud! (err .. by the way, is it not true that somewhere
amongst the band there’s a mini car driver?.. what’s
his excuse for not winning?!.. outclassed obviously!) Congratulations,
lets just hope this triumph doesn’t cause a rebellion amongst
the boys!
From “a careful driver!” "Emma
And Pauline" - I would just
like to say a big thank you. The Tar Babies came up trumps once
again and played like real dudes. The whole day was absolutely
fab and you gave it the best end to a day once again thanks.
"Ella"
- V. Cool. from an original Lenny & the Jelly babe
to you. Stay groovy and visit the west country soon xxxx
"Chuckle
brother no 1" -
Well what a special treat Friday night was at the Royal Wells
!
We kind of guessed that we were in for a treat when we noticed just how much effort the band had taken with the kipper ties and frilly shirts - some of them even matched ! There seemed to be an air of expectation due to the added element of the " drummer to the stars " Ash whose return was much lauded by the fellow members of the band and certain members of the female audience for reasons I'll explain later. The venue was easily the best I've ever seen the Tarbabies play in ,it had great sound , enough room to dance and it looked like my lounge but with more people and for once it didn't feel like a fight was going to break out at any moment ( that's in the bar not in my house ) From the first number we were indulged by the usual polished performance we've come to expect from the best live band in the area but like a new and improved washing power the "Ash Element "seemed to invigorate the band to enjoy themselves even more than usual if that was possible ! Joolz was smiling knowingly more than usual when he was spontaneously breaking into solo's and playing opening bars you wished you recognised earlier and Lee seemed to morph musically with Ash to produce a Vulcan like mindmelt drum/bass duo/solo then to top it Tiny Tommy Tucker who usually provides the subtle but humorous moments got so carried away on his tambourine members of the audience were getting showered in bits that were breaking off. During these moments of awe and wonder a strange kind of telepathy passed between all the musso's in the room i.e. the Men. They would stop looking at the band, look at each other, raise thier eyebrows in a kind of "Wow ! these guys are good ! " expression, then they'd look at the Ladies who had a simular look on thier faces but much to the disappointment of the Men it wasn't the cohesive musical ability of the 4 members of the band that was causing them all to gel, it was the rakish good looks of Ash the drummer that was keeping them collectively captivated. So much for talent eh ? So my advice is no matter how talented he is and no matter how much of of a groovy drummer he is please don't invite him back because If I hear the answer to the question " aren't these guy's good " ? I get "Yes I really fancy the drummer ! " one more time I'll be going to see ABBA tribute bands . Take care guy's alway's a pleasure never a chore. "Lee"
- OOOPS! Wrong website sorry! Oh by the way your bass player
is a god.
"Tommy"
- It says that Len played bass with
England but as I'm sure you'll agree closer inspection reveals
it was clearly Jane Asher the cake-baking actress.
"Carnaby
Barnaby" -
accepts no responsability legally
or otherwise, any likeness to real persons or events is purely
accidental. Besides.... Jane Asher can cook..... Lenny
can't. He does play an exeedingly good cookin' groove though.
"Chuckle
brother no 1" -
A very entertaining evening was had by all at the Prince of Wales
in Tunbridge Wells on Sunday evening. Whether you were a member
of the Supergrass lookalike contingent or the Johnny Vegas supporters
club, or even the angry drunken female corner you couldn't help
but be impressed buy the Tarbabies ability to perform under adverse
circumstances. Firstly the full on style of the drummer seemed
to have an adverse affect on his own snaredrum in the first half
until it gave up in protest sounding flatter than a pancake, then
magically during an instrumental to cover the aforementioned loss
of snare a member of the Anthill Mob ( probably Pockets ) produced
another one which was installed mid number so that the banging
and crashing could resume. Subtle this man is not.
Later as the Student/Hippy hybrid throng grew thicker and more obtrusive Joolz's guitar was called for to placate the heaving masses but disaster ! right at the crucial moment it went out of tune so a brief but impressive bass solo by Lee the "God of Slap" was called for. Strings sorted the band played on but a profound effect had come over Lee - he was playing like a man possessed - he was charged to the hilt, so much so he was double timing during " You really got me" was there no stopping this band ? Oooh's and Ahhh's emulated from the audience in amazement of how professional this bunch of groovy funsters were holding the whole thing together even when things had conspired against them. Finally jaws that were slightly agape fell open when Tiny Tommy Tucker hit notes higher than he really should be capable of for the frenzy of Focus. Even the more drunken faction of the pub stood up and took notice of the awesome talent that propels this band, so if you ever get chance see this band treat yourself, you'll thank yourself later. PS Take a leaf out of Sam and Penny's book and get to the front before the students do ! "Carnaby
Barnaby" -
Oh no man, my web site is running out
of ink
.....
"Grateful
Shed Management" -
Greg from Somerset - can you email us from another address as
we can't reply to yours ....or send us your phone number.
cheers - joolz
"Carnaby
Barnaby" -
Sorry to any groovers who turned up to the Orson
Welles (T.Wells) on Friday. The manager had decided to
wait until we'd set up! before he slithered down his stairs to
mentioned that he wasn't going to pay us our agreed fee.
Beware also the Flying
Dutchman (T.Wells) who are more than happy to blow out
it's bands at 24hrs notice. The lesson to be learnt here is that
any profession has it's rats. Still....... there are plenty of
great boozers with great guv'nors and guv'noressess who do understand
that musicians are just like everyone else.....trying to earn
an honest living.
"Stella"-
Therapy is being set up under a local government grant for those
twenty odd old mad hippy 60's groovers that turned up at a gig
somewhere near you, to find that it had been cancelled probably
the only decent night out planned in years!! sadly missed
"Grateful
Shed Management" -
Apologies to anyone who ventured out to "The
Fire Station gig" , yet another gig to appear only
to disappear in suspicious cercumstances and without warning.
The boys are beginning to take it all too personally and they've
booked themselves a year at "The Priory Clinic". Joolz
now wants to retire (about time) and start a Jack Russell farm,
Lee wants to re-string his old protection racket up in the East
End and Tommy wants to re-trace his roots, so he's gonna have
a grade one. Morale is low, they can't take it any more I tell
ya! The really weird thing is that all these "problem gigs"
are in Tunbridge Wells and infact two of them are in the same
road! Is it possible perhaps that there is a strange lay line
connecting these venues, in which case they're unlikely to take
any bookings there ever again, unless of course they can get the
area exorcised first. Yet another
spooky but true story from the dark
side of rock'n roll.
"Long
Serving Fans"-
No don't do it guy's we still think you are fantastic.....we cannot
survive without the pounding vibes of the "Tarbabies".
Thoroughly enjoyed the weekend gig, thank you.....Oh Tommy...please
don't do the haircut thing!!!
"Markycurry"
- Hello Carnaby Bumblebee ! At last you and your merry band of
minstrels and ne'er-do-wells are venturing westwards (The
Horsham Festival) like the pioneers of yesteryear ! So
apart from yerself, who will be gracing the line-up with their
presence on that day ? Will we get to see the elusive and mysterious
"Ash The Bash" ? I only ask because your line-up is
about as fluid as my cat's bowels after a night on the Guinness,
so any clue would be nice. And before you say so, yes I prevent
the cat from going near the black-stuff now !Cheers.
"Carnaby
Barnaby" -
Well "MarkyCurry", I believe the line up to be Joolz,
Lee, Tommy and Smiley on that fateful day on the Horsham bandstand
NOW STARTS AT 3PM .
You can never be too sure about these things, as the boys are
an entity unto themselves. Now weird I know...but if you put the
name "Horsham" through a spell checky thing...... you
get Hiroshima !!!! so
bring plenty of aftersun
"BRAD"
- Great to meet you Tommy on your recent trip to the USA.
I miss my busking partner. Chuckle
brother no 1" -
Dear All, Well could I just say to all those
who visit this site how much we all enjoyed the last gig at the
Villagers at Vigo last night. I think all those that know there
are two premier venues for The Tarbabies to shine in the county,one
is the aforementioned Villagers and the other is The Royal Wells
Hotel in Tunbridge Wells. I'm not sure what it is about these
gigs but the groovy funsters seem to positively glow when they
perform at either. If any new visitors to this site need any convincing
that The Tarbabies are the finest live band in the local get your
cute little butt cheeks to either of these venues and you'll go
away with the knowledge you've been entertained by 4 of the nicest,
most approachable friendly musicians you could meet . Oh yeah
they play pretty good as well. But back to last night , we knew
we were in for a treat because much to my dismay Ash and his acute
good looks had returned to give the The Tarbabies to complement
their special groove and my girlfriend something to look at. Lee
had brought the Rickenbacker and his usual impish grin and Tommy
and Joolz had brought their usual natty attire together with their
uncanny ability to play the first few bars of a song that you
can never quite remember then just when you get the hook line
they are already both on to something else daggnabbit !
Having said that I've always found it funny that the rest of the band usually gets changed into the Lionel Blaires, wide collar shirts and kipper ties just before the gig but Joolz arrives dressed ready for action. The band put on a stunning gig including the return of the (albeit requested) Big One which we've all missed and other favourites but with one exception - a song that we and nor it seems the rest of the band had heard before judging by the expression on Lee's face. I've never seen him look so unnerved as Joolz played on waiting for the rest of the band to catch up. If anyone knows what the mystery song and artist was answers on a postcard please. It was the cause of much amusement but it only added to a very entertaining evening in a venue that lends itself to this kind of popular beat combo. Thanks again for delivering another well honed performance. Much respect Chuckle Brother NO1 "Carnaby Barnaby" - Well Chuckle Brother no1, That delightful but lesser known ditty was in fact "Rene" by The Small Faces. It's all about a very colourful lady of the dock's and is host to the most charming and picturesque descriptions of life, not so much on the ocean waves but off of them. Perhaps one of the deepest and most meaningful toons the band plays to date |
died this morning. He was a most loving and loyal friend for Julian.
He'll be sorely missed.