Frohe Weihnachten - Merry Christmas

Thanks to my aunt for taking the time to design this christmas card.

Happy Birthday Albert Lee!

Albert Lee singing the Everly Brothers song "Crying In The Rain", a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALBERT LEE!

Albert Lee on Wikipedia
Watch the videos on Albert's official website.
Links:
Launchpad: Albert Lee's 70th Birthday Celebration

There are several gigs planned in 2014 to celebrate his 70th Birthday. 

Follow the links for details:
Albert Lee & Hogan´s Heroes Tourdates 2014
Albert Lee Band Tourdates 2014 

Beverley Skeete´s New CD "Good Times"

Beverley Skeete´s New CD "Good Times", a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

'Good Times' Is the latest album from Beverley Skeete. Beverley is Best Known as The Lead Vocalist for Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings.Beverley has been recording and touring with Bill for over 13 Years now..Her classy ,soulfoul vocal style has earnt her a great deal of respect throughout the business and she has worked with just about every big name in the business.

1. Good Rocking Daddy

2. Where Is The Next One Coming From

3. Bang Bang

4. I Believe

5. I Just Wanna Make Love To You

6. I Can´t Turn You Away

7. Personal Jesus 

8. If I Shoud Fall Behind

9. Don´t Cry Baby

10. Hey Tonight

11. Start Me Up 

Beverley Skeete - Vocals

Neil Pyzer - Guitar, Keyboards, Saxophone

Terry Taylor - Guitar

Bill Wyman - Bass

Frank Mead - Harmonica

Geraint Watkins - Accordian

Ricci P Washington - Backing Vocals 

Sara Jane Skeete - Backing Vocals 

Marizia Pyzer Skeete - Backing Vocals

Derek Green - Backing Vocals

Sylvia Mason James - Backing Vocals

Gina Foster - Backing Vocals 

You can find more informations here:

Vocaphone Music 

You can find some songs on SoundCloud:

 https://soundcloud.com/neil-pyzer/i-cant-turn-you-away-beverley

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Keith Richards

The Rolling Stones in London, 25th November 2012, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

Some newspaper articles:
NOZ: "Coolste Sau des Rock'n Roll", Rolling Stones Gitarrist Keith Richards wird 70
SWR Nachrichten;  Mit drei Akkorden zu Weltruhm Keith Richards wird 70
BERLINER TAGESSPIEGEL: Der ruhende Stein
Hessischer Rundfunk: Keith Richards wird 70
Morgenweb: Fotostrecke Keith Richards wird 70
Abendzeitung München: Das Gesicht des Rock'n Roll
N24.De: http://www.n24.de/n24/Nachrichten/Panorama/d/4007394/keith-richards-wird-70.html
Salzburger Nachrichten: Für immer ein Rolling Stone

Roger Chapman & The Shortlist at the Bluesgarage, Isernhagen, 13.12.2013

Roger Chapman & The Shortlist at the Bluesgarage, Isernhagen, 13.12.2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

(please click on the picture to get to the album)

Enjoyed a great concert at the Bluesgarage in Isernhagen. 
Roger Chapman & The Shortlist at its best. 
Every musician had the time to shine on stage.  
Unfortunately my pictures did not come out as expected. 

Line-up:
Roger Chapman, voc
Geoff Whitehorn, git
Nick Payn, sax, flute, clarinet, harmonica
Garry Twigg, b
John Lingwood, dr
Paul Hirsh, key

Bluesgarage Isernhagen, 13. Dezember 2013

Foxie B. Band - Tourdaten

 

Di. 31.12. HH-Fischauktionshalle, Silvester

Steel Panther Tour 2014 (Europe)

04.02.2014	Groningen, Holland	De Oosterport	On sale TBD
06.02.2014	Munich, Germany	Tonhalle	On sale 10/18
07.02.2014	Stuttgart, Germany	LKA	On sale 10/18
10.02.2014	Neisenberg, Germany	Hugenottenhalle	On sale 10/18
11.02.2014	Cologne, Germany	Live Music hall	On sale 10/18
12.02.2014	Hamburg, Germany	Grosse Freiheit 36	On sale 10/18
14.02.2014	Copenhagen, Denmark	Amager Bio	On sale
15.02.2014	Gothenburg, Sweden	Trädgår’n	On sale
16.02.2014	Stockholm, Sweden	Münchenbryggeriet	On sale 10/16
17.02.2014	Oslo, Norwa	Rockefeller	On sale
19.02.2014	Tampere, Finland	Pakkahuone	On sale 10/17
21.02.2014	St. Petersburg, Russia	Cosmonaut	On sale TBD
22.02.2014	Moscow, Russia	Teatr Club	On sale TBD
24.02.2014	Warsaw, Poland	Proxima	On sale TBD
25.02.2014	Berlin, Germany	Huxleys	On sale 10/19
26.02.2014	Prague, Czech Republic	Lucerna Music Bar	On sale
27.02.2014	Brno, Czech Republic	Semilasso	On sale
01.03.2014	Bratislava, Slovakia	Majestic Music Club	On sale
02.03.2014	Graz, Austria	Orpheum	On sale
04.03.2014	Zurich, Switzerland	Komplex	On sale 10/16
05.03.2014	Milan, Italy	Alcatraz	On sale
07.03.2014	Barcelona, Spain	Razzmatazz 2	On sale TBD
08.03.2014	Madrid, Spain	Palacio de Vistalegre	On sale
10.03.2014	Toulouse, France	Le Bikini	On sale
11.03.2014	Paris, France	Bataclan	On sale
12.03.2014	Tilburg, Holland	013 more tourdates can be found: www.steelpanther.com

Justice for Isabelle

 Please like the page - this is our friend Gavin Povey's pet .. awful story (see below)!

JUSTICE FOR ISABELLE:
https://www.facebook.com/justiceforisabelle

and please sign the petition, share and spread the word:
http://www.change.org/petitions/the-irish-government-regulate-hunting

(Gavin says: "Thanks for all your kind returns - please go to 'Justice for Isabelle' on Facebook and add your support if you wish. My daughter Kayleigh is running this page and will be raising a petition to ban the use of dogs for killing other animals. I will pursue this in the courts if possible and also raise interest with the local TD's (politician's for my friends abroad). There is an issue of public safety to address. The dogs were not leashed, nor muzzled, and there was only one member of the hunt with a whip and a hooter, trying to control the dogs.")

01 Dec 2013:

Yesterday, at around 4pm, our beautiful little dog, Isabelle was savaged and mutilated to death in our garden by a pack of approx. 20 hounds. These dogs were part of a hunt organised by The Bray Harriers. Isabelle was out playing in the garden when utter chaos ensued.

This pack of out of control dogs trespassed on our property and chased this small dog, until they caught her and savaged her to death. They entered through our front gate along with horses and their riders, who followed to try to bring these dogs under some form of control. Some riders dismounted, leaving horses to roam around our garden unaccompanied.

This shocking and catastrophic event has left our family devastated. We were not informed that this hunt was taking place. Local Gardaí reported to us that they were not aware that this hunt was taking place. The Bray Harriers website also did not inform anyone that this hunt was due to take place in Ashford. Instead, it says 'Sat 30th Nov TBC'.

This shocking and barbaric sport needs to be strictly regulated. These blood thirsty hounds were out of control and were allowed to roam freely past houses with families, young children and pets. Laws need to be changed so this is never allowed to happen again.

Are we going to wait until a child or adult is hurt and injured while these blood thirsty hounds hunt for their prey?

Sorry won’t bring Isabelle back, but with your support we hope that her death won’t be in vain.

Roger Chapman "Family" Tourdates 2014

Roger Chapman & The Shortlist at the Bluesgarage, Isernhagen, 13.12.2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

Roger Chapman "Family" dates
30.01.14 Leicester, O2 Acadamy
01.02.14 London, Shepherd´s Bush Empire


Roger Chapman oder auch kurz 'Chappo' begann 1966 seine internationale Karriere als Frontmann der Band FAMILY. Roger ist einer der renommiertesten englischen Sänger und gilt zusammen mit seiner Band THE SHORTLIST als genialer Live Act. Chappo`s legendärer Auftritt im WDR - ROCKPALAST hat Ihn 1980 in ganz Europa berühmt gemacht, CHAPMANS Version des ROLLING STONES Songs "LETS SPEND THE NIGHT TOGETHER" stieg 1980 hoch in die deutschen Charts ein. 1981 folgte Roger`s grösster Hit: die Mike Oldfield Komposition SHADDOWS ON THE WALL. Das Album Rollin' & Tumblin, im März 2001 veröffentlicht - ein Highlight mit Roger´s einzigartig-genialen Stimme und seiner fantastischen Band `Shortlist´. Im April 2007 erschien von Roger Chapman das erste Studioalbum seit sieben Jahren, „ONE MORE TIME FOR PEACE“!

Bill Wyman´s Rhythm Kings Autumn Tour 2013 (UK) - Various Reviews and photos

 

Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings toured the UK in 2013 – 26 gigs across the country in October and November. The last gig took place at the Royal Theatre Plymouth on 30 November 2013.

Featuring:
Bill Wyman - bass, vocals
Beverley Skeete - vocals, percussion
Terry Taylor - guitar, vocals
Albert Lee - guitar, keyboards, vocals
Graham Broad - drums, backgr vocals
Nick Payn - saxophone, flute, harmonica, backgr vocals
Frank Mead - saxophone, harmonica, percussion, vocals
Geraint Watkins - keyboards, vocals
- Georgie Fame had to pull out after the Manchester gig due to illness -

Special guest:
Maria Muldaur - vocals, percussion


Some Reviews and Photos (follow the links):

• My photos from October gig at the Orchard Theatre in Dartford
• My photos from October gig at the Bridgewater Hall in Manchester 
• My photos from November gig at the Symphony Hall in Birmingham, at the Guild Hall in Preston, Venue Cymru Llandudno and the Colosseum in Watford

• Bill Wyman, Actual article and interview with Yorkshire Post, Leeds gig on 12 Nov 2013

• Great review with photos by Fatea.Records on the gig at The Sage Gateshead, 19 Nov 2013
• My photos from Floral Pavilion, New Brighton on 22 November 2013
• My photos from G-Live, Guildford on 23 November 2013
• My photos from the Barbican gig on 25 November 2013
• Review by Music.News on the Barbican Gig on 25 November 2013 
• London Jazz News Review (London Barbican)
• My photos from The Dome, Brighton on 26 November 2013  
• My photos from Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea, 27 November 2013

• My photos from Lighthouse, Poole, 29 November 2013
• My photos from Theatre Royal, Plymouth, 30 November 2013

 

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at Theatre Royal, Plymouth - 30 November 2013

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at Theatre Royal, Plymouth - 30 November 2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

Last gig of the tour. Due to tight security we had difficulties to take some pictures. The Rhythm Kings played a fab concert as usual and Katie Wyman and Martin Barre (Jethro Tull) were among the audience.
After the gig we said bye-bye to the band and the crew and talked to Graham Broad and his wife for a while. Maria talked about coming to Germany in the future and we should look out for the newsletter of her website.
Nick Payn is currently on tour with Roger Chapman.
Bill will go on a well deserved vacation and we hope to see this band again in the near future.

Thanks again to the crew. Had a great time talking to you guys.

Bill Wyman´s Rhythm Kings at Lighthouse Poole - 29 November 2013

Bill Wyman, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

My first visit to Poole and this venue. We had front row seats and took a couple of pictures in the first half. I enjoyed the solos of Terry a lot this time and had a lot of fun listening to Geraint´s short stories this time. We wer told to stop taking pictures in the interval by the very efficient security. The band played fab, but some people told Maria in the interval that they could not hear the singing-voices properly, which was corrected on the second set.

Poole im November 2013

Poole im November 2013, ein Album auf Flickr.

(please click on one of the pictures above to get to the album)

The Javlites Tour Dates 2013

The Javlites, Hamburg, 21.04.2012, a photo by inespics on Flickr.

NEW WEBSITE!  http://www.thejavlites.de/

26.12.2013

Xmas Konzert 2013

nach dem sensationellen Erfolg 2012

wieder im

Restaurant Rotbuche

Tannenweg 4

22415 Hamburg

SILVESTER 

in der Gasthausbrauerei  NOLTE 
Beginn: 21 Uhr  

Dahlenburger Landstr. 102

21337 Lüneburg  

Kartenvorbestellung unter: 04131 522 32

Mehr Infos: http://www.thejavlites.de/

Erstellen Sie Ihre eigene kostenlose Webseite: http://www.webnode.com/de/

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea - 27 November 2013

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea - 27 November 2013, 
a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

The RKs with Beverley´s daughter Sara Skeete guesting on Good Rocking Daddy,
which is one of my favourite songs on Beverley´s new CD.

Brighton im November 2013

Brighton im November 2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

(please click on the picture above to get to the album)

A lovely day in Brighton. 

Bill Wyman at The Dome Brighton - 26 November 2013

Bill Wyman at The Dome Brighton - 26 November 2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

I have never been to this city and spend some time sightseeing before getting to the gig.
This venue had a barriere in front of the first row and it seemed like you are sitting in the 10th row, but the pictures came out better than I thought.The sound was very good. I was told to stop taking picture after the interval but managed to take some at the end.
Thank you to the band and crew for a great concert.

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at The Barbican London - 25 November 2013

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at The Barbican London - 25 November 2013, 
a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

Have been to this venue before. Bill´s family, Jerry Hall, Mick Taylor and Roger Chapman were in the crowd. Mick Hucknall came on stage for one song and received a lot of applause. The crowd got up at the very end of the gig.

Can not thank the crew enough for giving me the setlists.

Ein Eichhörnchen im Hyde Park London

Hyde Park London 2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

Bill Wyman´s Rhythm Kings at G-Live Guildford- 23 November 2013

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at G-Live Guildford- 23 November 2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

My second gig on this trip. This was a complete different feeling at this gig. The audience seemed to be more quiet and just applauded after each song and would not get up at the end. Had a good seat, but the stage was high. After gig I met some of the the musicians at the stagedoor and we talked briefly.

Bill Wyman´s Rhythm Kings at Floral Pavilion New Brighton - 22 November2013

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at Floral Pavilion New Brighton - 22 November 2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

The first gig for me on this leg of the tour. It is always a great place to be. Enjoyed every minute of it and the band was fab. Unfortunately pictures were not allowed, just took some reasonable ones. The show endet with a standing ovation and an outstanding saxophone duett. The fans were full of praise for the band. Had the chance to talk to some of the musicians after the concert and could not get the great songs out of my head.

Rolling Stones Announce Adelaide Gig - 22 March 2014 - Rolling Stones wieder auf Tour 2014

Get Stoned melden: "Es ist offiziell!!! Heute wurde bekanntgegeben, dass die Stones 2014 wieder auf Tour gehen werden! Das erste Konzert findet am 22.03.14 in Adelaide anlässlich der Einweihung des neuen Stadions statt. Die Zeichen verdichten sich, dass nach einigen Australien-Shows in Kürze auch Europa-Termine bestätigt werden. Wir freuen uns und halten euch auf dem Laufenden!

it’s only…"

THE ROLLING STONES SET TO ROCK AUSTRALIA AT THE BRAND NEW ADELAIDE OVAL WATCH THE VIDEO ON YOU TUBE.

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at Colosseum Watford - 17 November 2013

Bill Wyman, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

Last gig on this leg of my travels. Second time at the Watford Colosseum for me. Got there late but just in time to pick up my ticket and get to my seat. Same setlist and Bill spoke about Georgie again. Everyone in the audience applauded as Bill talked about Georgie. 

Beverley sang an a fab version of "Good Rocking Daddy". 

Unfortunately the audience just got up on their feet at the very end of the concert. 

Thanks to the band and to the crew. Loved every minute of the concerts. 

 

Bill Wyman´s Rhythm Kings at Venue Cymru, Llandudno - 16 November 2013

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at Venue Cymru, Llandudno - 16 Nov 2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

please click on the picture to get to the album


My first visit to the Venue Cymru. Nice travel to Llandudno and the weather was good. 

The Rhythm Kings were great and played to a very enthusiastic crowd. The setlist remained the same but Nick Payn and Frank Mead did more funny moves on this show. 

Bill Wyman´s Rhythm Kings at Guild Hall Preston - 15 November 2013

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at Guild Hall Preston - 15 Nov 2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

Please click on the picture to get to the album!
Same line-up and same set list as in Birmingham. Thumbs up for Bill who suffered from a sore throat but did the entire show as usual. 

Maria, Beverley and Terry came out later to sign for their fans at the merchandise table which was greatly appreciated. Thanks Terry and Beverley for the autographs and the conversations!
Thank you so much to the tourmanager, who got us the tickets to this fab evening. 
Plus: It was Gudruns birthday! 

Bill Wyman´s Rhythm Kings at Symphony Hall, Birmingham - 14. November 2013

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings at Symphony Hall, Birmingham - 14. November 2013, 
a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

(Please click on the picture above to get to the album) 

First gig of four for me this time. Due to Georgie´s illness they had to change the setlist and Bill said some words about him. Security was a bit keen on the people that took pictures. I had to take some of the pictures in a hurry.

Georgie Fame and The Blue Flames On Tour 2013 (UK)

Georgie Fame & The Blue Flames at Jazzfest Gronau - 04 May 2012, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

Georgie Fame also on Tour (UK) with Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings, Oct / Nov 2013

New Arrows Winter Tour Of The UK 2013

New Arrows Winter Tour Of The UK 2013.

We had so much fun in January this year we’re doing it again!

The New Arrows winter tour of England 2013:

Oct 31st 2013 Dublin Castle rock venue, Camden London N1. (NEW VENUE)!!!
Nov. 1st 2013 Talking Heads Southampton
Nov. 2nd 2013 Yesterday Once More, Brean Somerset.
Nov. 3rd 2013 The Diamond, Mansfield.

Website von Alan Merrill

National Football Museum, Manchester, 2013

National Football Museum, Manchester, 2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

Great museum for all football fans out there. Had a good time and took some picture. To get to the album please click on the picture above. 

Bill Wyman´s Rhythm Kings at Bridgewater Hall Manchester, 29.10.2013

Bill Wyman´s Rhythm Kings at Bridgewater Hall Manchester, 29.10.2013, a photo by inesmusicpics on Flickr.

New Tour Programme

Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings are touring the UK in 2013 – playing 26 gigs across the country in October and November – along with special guest star Maria Muldaur… Some photos from the second gig above (click on the relevant photos).

Line-up:
Bill Wyman - bass, vocals
Beverley Skeete - vocals, perc
Albert Lee - guitar, keyb, voc
Terry Taylor - guitar, voc
Georgie Fame - Hammond organ, voc
Graham Broad - drums, backgr voc
Nick Payn - sax, flute, harmonica, backgr voc
Frank Mead - sax, harmonica, percussion, voc
Geraint Watkins - keyb, voc
Special guest: 
Maria Muldaur - voc, percussion

About Maria Muldaur:Maria Muldaur has a musical history firmly planted in American roots music. She also sings jazz, RnB and blues, all with a rare combination of soulfulness and sensuality. She recorded the 1974 hit song "Midnight at the Oasis," and continues to record albums in the folk traditions.

Bill Wyman´s Rhythm Kings at The Orchard Theatre Dartford, 28.10.2013

Bill Wyman´s Rhythm Kings at The Orchard Theatre Dartford, 28.10.2013, ein Album auf Flickr.

The 1. gig on this tour