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Showing posts with label Music. Show all posts
Blur to Reunite (Official)
Blur have confirmed they will play a massive gig at London's Hyde Park on July 3. Graham Coxon, talking about what he thinks the band's first shows together will be like, said: "Part of me thinks it's like riding a bike, and it'll just take us getting the volume turned up and then we'll be away, and that will be enough. But another part of me is very cautious. So I'm not gonna bother writing a script!"
Watch the band explain why they reformed in this video.
MP3 Daily: The Artwoods
Formed in London in 1964, the Artwoods consisted of Arthur (Art) Wood on vocals, Derek Griffiths on guitar, Malcolm Pool on bass, Jon Lord on organ and Keef Hartley on drums. Art is the elder brother of Ronnie Wood. Red Bludd's Blusicians had been formed in 1963 and the Artwoods were formed following the departure of Don "Red Bludd" Wilson who played bass and Red Dunnage the drummer. Jon Lord came from the Bill Ashton Combo while Art Wood has sung with Alexis Korner's Blues Incorporated. Keef had previously played with Rory Storm & the Hurricanes, replacing a certain Ringo Starr, and Freddie Starr and the Midnighters.
The Artwoods gained a reputation as the hardest working R & B band on the circuit. The live set consisted of both Chicago Blues standards and original material. Many appearances were made on the top UK pop TV show Ready, Steady Go. Originally the groups mimed to songs but, over time, more and more live performances were allowed. The Artwoods performed on the first Ready Steady Goes Live. Tom Jones mimed to It's Not Unusual on the show. The Kinks and Donovan played live and the Artwoods promoted their first single Sweet Mary.
The group was very popular in the clubs around London but they never equaled this on record despite releasing an LP, an EP and a string of singles. The only chart single was the 1966 I Take What I Want although this is not corroborated by The Guinness Book of British Hit Singles. This was a cover of a Sam & Dave song.
There was also one EP called Jazz in Jeans and an album Art Gallery.
There were successful tours of Europe and Poland. Eel Pie Island was a regular gig with the band playing there about once a month. This is an island in the Thames which had to be reached over a small bridge, the equipment requiring three trips.
It was everybody's dream to walk into the Blue Boar just as their hit of the moment was playing on the jukebox."
The Artwoods were chosen to represent the 20th Century at the centenary celebrations of the State of Monte Carlo. The ball was held in the Casino. After this, the band traveled to Paris and played next door to the Moulin Rouge at The Locomotive.
The band split in 1967 and, at a time of psychedelia, there was a name change to St Valentine's Day Massacre. This was intended to "cash in" on the thirties-style gangsters craze which had been started by the film Bonnie & Clyde. Brother Can You Spare a Dime was a cover of an old Bing Crosby song.
Keef Hartley left the band in 1967 to join John Mayall's Bluesbreakers and later formed the Keef Hartley Band. Jon Lord joined the Flowerpot Men and later moved to Deep Purple. Derek Griffiths became a session player.
Quiet Melon was formed in July 1969 when the Jeff Beck Group folded. Lead singer Rod Stewart was left without a band and started hanging out with Ronnie Wood, his brother Art Wood and Ronnie Lane, Kenney Jones and Ian McLagan. Art Wood got them a recording session at the Fontana studios, where he had a contract and, according to Art, recorded four songs - Diamond Joe, Engine 4444, Right Around The Thumb, and Two Steps To Mother. They delivered the tapes to Fontana who said the tracks weren't good enough and canceled Art's contract. The group then got a promoter called Rufus Manning to try and get them a deal but nobody wanted to know. The group played quite a few gigs but the project soon folded and Art retired from the music business to become a Graphic Designer. The remaining members - Ronnie Wood, Rod Stewart, Ronnie Lane, Kenney Jones and Ian McLagan then inherited the name the Small Faces which was soon shortened to the Faces.
Enjoy Stop and Think it Over and Don't Cry No More from their 1966 album Art Gallery.
MP3: The Artwoods-Stop and Think it Over
MP3: The Artwoods-Don't Cry No More
Source: Making Time
Next Week: Trio Valore
Next week the Modern Republic will be bringing you an interview with Damon Minchella (formerly of Ocean Colour Scene & Paul Weller) of Trio Valore. We're really excited about it, and may even include some thoughts from bandmates Steve White (Paul Weller/The Style Council) and Seamus Beaghen (Madness/Death In Vegas). Stay tuned.
Paul Weller: Straight From The Source
November 3rd is going to somewhat of a Weller fest with the release of 'Weller at the BBC' which will come out on the same day in a range of formats including hardbook 4 x CD, a standard 2 x CD and 3 x Vinyl LP. You can pre-order through HMV who are offering a free MP3 recording of 'Changingman' recorded back in 1998 if you order now. To pre-order click here.
Have a look at this trailer for the set.
Win tickets to see Paul live in Madrid
Paul has now kicked off his European tour and is now in Germany for a few dates, after that it's Austria, Italy and Spain. For those of you are making the trek and coming to these gigs, many thanks for your much appreciated loyalty and endless dedication!
Talking of European dates, we have a competition to win a pair of tickets to see Paul play live in Madrid on 18th October. As well as winning two tickets, the winner will also have travel and accommodation included too. On entering the competition please make sure you are free to travel on 18th October and returning 19th October.
To enter click here.
Paul Weller 22 Dreams/Sea Spray Track Info and Pre-Order
As we posted on October 2nd, Paul Weller's new single for 22 Dreams/Sea Spray will be released on November 3rd.
Tracks
1. A – Sea Spray – Live
2. B – 22 Dreams – Live from iTunes Festival
1. A – Sea Spray – Radio Edit
2. B – 22 Dreams – Album Version
1. Sea Spray – Radio Edit
2. 22 Dreams - Album Version
3. Have You Made Up Your Mind – Acoustic (Jonathan Ross Radio 2 Session)
You can pre-order a bundle (2 records and 1 CD) here.
Video Find: Carnation
Amazing video of Oasis, Paul Weller, Steve Craddock, Steve White and what appears to be Damon Minchella on bass performing Carnation from The Jam's 1982 album The Gift. Not sure exactly what this was done for, but it is nothing short of an amazing superstar mash-up.
The Rifles: New Single and New Record Details
The Rifles first single from their upcoming album will be out on November 3rd and will be for The Great Escape. The album will be released sometime in January and will be followed by another single at that time. No pre-order information at this time, but will post as soon as we know.
More Covers: Staring At The Rude Boys
The other day I mentioned Lethal Bizzle's version of The Ruts' Babylon is Burning. While looking into Lethal B a little more I came across him making an appearance on another band's track, also a cover of The Ruts. The band is called Gallows, and they cover Staring at the Rude Boys. I was intrigued in their story, finding out that they were a hardcore band and also from England. The band does a cool version of the track. I also remember Dag Nasty covering it on the Field Day album. This has a tougher hooligan football sound, which could have lead to my appreciation for it. Either way, I love when young bands do interesting and new versions of great old bands. Its when they ruin it, that I have a problem. Anyway, you can check Lethal Bizzle's version on Babylon is Burning (The Ghetto) and Gallows' (which also features Lethal B) version of Staring at the Rude Bois (below)
MP3: Lethal Bizzle-Babylon is Burning The Ghetto
MP3: Gallows-Staring At The Rude Bois
Limited Edition Smiths Singles Box Set Out In December
You can now pre-order the limited edition Smiths Singles Box Set. Here are the details.
The Smiths The Singles Box Set Limited Edition 12x7inch Box Set.
A limited edition UK only 7” box set featuring two exclusive singles. The DJ “A” label promo of Still Ill / You’ve Got Everything Now & The Headmaster Ritual / Oscillate Wildly, originally released in July 1985, on Megadisc in Holland.
Featured Tracks
Single 1: RT131
1. Hand In Glove
2. Handsome Devil (Live)
Single 2: RT136
1. This Charming Man
2. Jeane
Single 3: RT146
1. What Difference Does A Day Make?
2. Back To The Old House
Single 4: DJ “A” Label Promo - R61DJ (Exclusive)
1. Still Ill
2. You’ve Got Everything Now
Single 5: RTI 156
1. Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now
2. Suffer Little Children
Single 6: RT166
1. William, It Was Really Nothing
2. Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want
Single 7: RTI 176
1. How soon is now?
2. Well I Wonder
Single 8: RT181
1. Shakespear's Sister
2. What she said
Single 9: MD5295 (Holland) – (Exclusive)
1. The Headmaster Ritual
2. Oscillate Wildly
Single 10: RT186
1. That Joke Isn’t Funny Anymore
2. Meat Is Murder (Live)
Single 11: RT191
1. The Boy With The Thorn In His Side
2. Asleep
Single 12: RT192
1. Bigmouth Strikes Again
2. Money Changes Everything
You can pre-order here.
It's release date is 08 December 2008.
New Paul Weller Single Out Novermber 3rd
Paul Weller's next single for Sea Spray/22 Dreams is set to be released on November 3rd. No further information on track listing, or pre-order at this time.
Video Find: The Kaiser Chiefs
The Kaiser Chiefs perform the track Like It Too Much, taken from their 2008 album Off With Their Heads, at BBC2's Later... with Jools Holland.
Video Find: Trio Valore
Trio Valore are a new band featuring Steve White of The Style Council and Paul Weller, Damon Minchella of Ocean Colour Scene and Paul Weller, and Seamus Beaghan of Madness and Babyshambles. With a superstar veteran line-up like this, how could you go wrong? They're fusing Italian influenced Soul/Jazz. It's amazing! Return of the Iron Monkey is their first release due out October 6th on Record Kicks. In the meantime, you can check them out here.
MP3 Daily: The Clique
The Clique were formed in October 1963 by Adrian Stambach (Bass) (quitting the Cravats, a band featuring Jesse Hector) John Rowe (Lead Guitar), Trevor Roberts (Drums) and Peter Westgarth (Vocals/Harmonica), having their first rehearsals at the "Fender Club" in Kenton near Harrow, Middlesex. They were joined by John Kitchin (Rhythm Guitar) shortly afterwards.
They played the usual run of poorly paid gigs (weddings, socials and small dances)until they signed with Bob Druce Management in mid 1964 and played better poorly paid gigs. One of their earliest gigs was with their stable mates "The High Numbers" (The Who) at the Aquarium Brighton on an "All Nite Rave" in early August. They also played support for The Kinks later the same month, who were to become "stable mates" of another kind when The Clique signed a recording contract with Larry Page. They continued to play support for a while to rising bands like The Yardbirds, Zoot Money's Big Roll Band, The Poets, Pretty Things until they "graduated" to being the main act towards the end of 1964. One of their "support acts" was The Small Faces at the London Cavern on April 3rd 1965, shortly after Steve Marriott had formed the group. They became quite friendly with The Who and played on the same bill several times (there is even a mention on one of the inserts supplied with The Who's "Live At Leeds" album) and on one occasion, Pete Townsend and Keith Moon came along to watch a performance at the "Railway Hotel" in Harrow Weald culminating with Keith replacing Trevor for a couple of numbers!
Another band they shared billing with a few times was The Birds and one should ask Ronnie Wood how impressed he was with their act. They made their first demo at the CBC recording studios in Liss, Hampshire sometime in October featuring the songs "She Ain't No Good". "Oo Poo Pa Doo", "Pretty Thing" and "One Kinda Favour". The disc was not recorded to their expectations and another was recorded at the Marquee Sound Studios a month later. This disc has not surfaced to date but "She Ain't No Good" was on it together with "Leaving Here". That disc was presented to Larry Page, who after seeing the band play at a gig, signed them up. The first record "She Ain't No Good" was recorded and a "B" side was required, something original. There wasn't one until Adrian said that he had written a song called "Time, Time, Time". Having shown the song to the other lads, they were somewhat disappointed and set about reconstructing it during Adrian's absence!
The record was expected to sell well (aren't they all?) but didn't. The follow up record "We Didn't Kiss, Didn't Love, But Now We Do Do" b/w "You've Been Unfair" sold even less but was appreciated by other musicians at the time. A third single was due to be released later in 1965 but an advance pressing is all that exists of that now. This was "Leaving Here" b/w "I Left My Heart In A Faraway City". There is a small footnote in that the intro to "We Didn't Kiss...." was superimposed on the Troggs "Wild Thing" also recorded by Larry Page. Between the release of the two singles, their original drummer, Trevor Roberts left the group and was replaced with 15 year old Brian Morris at Keith Moon's recommendation! Several other titbits of info exist for instance: It has been noted that Bob Dylan caught their act in Newcastle during his 1965 tour in May. The rest of their recordings were not issued until the band was rediscovered in the eighties. Dig the fuzz Records, an independent and very specialized UK label edited an LP with their complete discography (10 tracks) in 1995.
Source: Wickipedia
MP3: The Clique-We Didn't Kiss, Didn't Love, But Now We Do
Noel Gallagher Ends Oasis/Blur Rivalry
Noel Gallagher had a public spat with the Parklife stars in 1995 when their records were released on the same day and went head-to-head in the British singles charts.
The two bands have remained enemies ever since, with frontmen Liam Gallagher and Damon Albarn often hurling insults at each other in public.
Now guitarist Noel Gallagher appears to have forgiven the band - by praising one of their songs.
Talking on British comedian Russell Brand's BBC radio show on Sunday, he described Blur's chart-topping single Beetlebum as "a great tune".
Gallagher also confirmed that Oasis' world tour - which was put on hold after he was injured in an onstage attack at the V Festival in Toronto, Canada earlier this month - is back on.
He added: "(My ribs) are on the mend. The next gig is in ten days in Liverpool. I'm not gonna be right for that, it takes another five weeks to heal up, but we've got to start that tour because it'll be two years' work out the window!"
Source: Daily Star
Video Find: The On-Offs
This week, we'll have an interview with a man called Andy Crofts, formerly of The On-Offs, and a spotlight of his new band with Chris Ketley (also of The On-Offs and The Rakes) called The Moons. Crofts is also currently playing for Paul Weller. Stay tuned, and in the meantime, enjoy this video for This Town.
Oasis Free Exclusive Download
But not here...not yet.
Oasis are set to give away a new Liam Gallagher-penned song, 'I Believe In All', as a free download.
If you pre-ordered 'Dig Out Your Soul', from iTunes, will receive the song as a free download on October 6.
The song was recorded during the 'Dig Out Your Soul' sessions, but is not on the album or b-side (at this time).
Those who pre-order will also receive album track 'Falling Down' at the time of ordering.
Oasis have also announced that they will make a "simple" ten-track version of the album available to download for £5 when the album is released.
The full download version of the album will come with a half-hour documentary about the making of 'Dig Out Your Soul'.
Source: NME
Photo: C A R O ! on Flickr
Menehan Street Band: New Album October 14th.
Brooklyn Soul/Afro-Funk All-Star's Menahan Street Band will be releasing Make the Road by Walking CD & LP on October 14th on Daptone/Dunham Records. They're most well known for their single Make the Road by Walking which was turned into Jay-Z's Roc Boys.
Don't miss their Record Release Friday, October 17th @ Southpaw in Brooklyn.
GET TICKETS HERE
Check out Make the Road by Walking (MP3 Below).
MP3: Menehan Street Band-Make the Road By Walking
Paul Weller At The BBC
Weller at the BBC gets its release on 3rd November and comes with a limited edition print exclusively available via Townsend Records. You can pre-order your copy here.
Along with the 4CD box-set 'Weller At The BBC' will also be released as a 3LP set, DVD, and double CD featuring 39 tracks.
The DVD features 30 tracks taken from the BBC's flagship programmes including 'Top Of The Pops', 'Later With Jools Holland' and most recently from the 'Electric Proms Festival' where he was joined on stage by Amy Winehouse, Carl Barat and Richard Archer.
The 3 LP set will feature 1 LP from session recordings, 1 LP from concert recordings and 1 LP from Sold On Song the radio session performace for Mark Lamarr - 11/02/2008 (TO BE CONFIRMED) - Please note this 3LP set will be very limited and it is unlikely to be pressed again after the initial limited run sells out - order early to avoid disappointment.
Both the DVD and 3 LP come with a bonus print which is different from the exclusive print which comes with the 4CD box-set, these prints will only be available with initial orders, order early to avoid disappointment.
Sessions:
Disc 1
1. Fly On The Wall (Johnnie Walker - Live 5.9.92) 2. Pink On White Walls 3. Amongst Butterflies 4. Wild Wood (Saturday Sequence - Johnnie Walker - 2.10.93) 5. Hung Up 6. Out Of The Sinking (band version) 7. Clues 8. Whirlpool’s End(Lunchtime Show - Emma Freud - 26.10.94) 9. Out Of The Sinking (acoustic version) (Lunchtime Show - 1.11.1994) 10. Broken Stones (band version) 11. Time Passes 12. The Changing Man 13. I Walk On Gilded Splinters(Evening Session - 8.5.95) 14. Broken Stones (acoustic version) 15. You Do Something To Me(Simon Mayo - 12.9.95) 16. Brushed 17. Peacock Suit 18. Up In Suze’s Room 19. Friday Street 20. Mermaids 21. The Poacher(Evening Session Live - 10.6.97)
Disc 2
1. Driving Nowhere (Mark Goodier - 23.11.97) 2. Friday Street - (acoustic version) (Kaleidoscope - Live In The Studio 19.9. 97) 3. Science (Jo Wiley – 1997) 4. Wishing On A Star 5. Thinking Of You (The Drivetime Show With Johnnie Walker – 1.9.04) 6. Corrina, Corrina 7. Early Morning Rain 8. Foot Of The Mountain (Mark Lamarr For Jonathan Ross – 8.1.05) 9. To The Start Of Forever 10. Out Of The Sinking (Janice Long – 4.3.05) 11. Paper Smile 12. Come On Lets Go (The Drivetime Show With Stuart Maconie – 28.7.05) 13. Amongst Butterflies 14. Frightened 15. That's Entertainment (Mark Lamarr: Sold On Song – 11.2.06) 16. All I Wanna Do (Is Be With You) 17. Cold Moments 18. Push It Along 19. Pretty Flamingo (Mark Lamarr: God’s Jukebox – 5.7.08)
Disc 3
Town and Country 5/12/90 1. My Ever Changing Moods 2. A Man Of Great Promise 3. Kosmos 4. Speak Like A Child 5. Just Like Yesterday 6. Work To Do 7. Pity Poor Alfie Royal Albert Hall 13/10/92 8. What’s Goin’ On 9. Uh Huh Oh Yeh 10. Hercules 11. Bull Rush/Magic Bus 12. Above The 13. Everything Has A Price To Pay 14. Headstart For Happiness 15. Into Tomorrow Phoenix Festival 13/7/95 16. Porcelain Gods 17. Stanley Road 18. Can You Heal Us (Holy Man)
Disc 4
Phoenix Festival 13/7/95 1. Shadow Of The Sun 2. I Walk On Gilded Splinters Finsbury Park 9/6/96 3. Out Of The Sinking 4. Hung Up 5. Sunflower 6. Broken Stones 7. Fly On The Wall 8. Tales From The Riverbank Victoria Park 8/8/98 9. Peacock Suit 10. Heavy soul 11. Science Radio Theatre 9/11/98 12. I Didn’t Mean To Hurt You 13. Brand New Start 14. Wild Wood 15. Friday Street 16. The Changingman
Source: Paul Weller and Townsend Records.
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