Shameful Behaviour looking for Kent/Essex venue for EP launch gig

Kent band Shameful Behaviour, featuring RTYD member Mark Simpson, is looking for a venue in West Kent or Essex to host their EP launch gig in May. Support will come from the band Plan 1, and there will be also be a DJ. Any suggestions or offers, please get in touch with Mark through RTYD.

Introducing Ian Roure of Brooklyn-based band The Larch

A ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-WELCOME! to new member of the network Ian Roure who sings and plays guitar in Brooklyn, New York based original psychedelic power pop band, The Larch. Ian is the band's founder, manager, producer and songwriter.

Ian's lyric writing influences include Robert Pollard (Guided by Voices) and Chris Difford (Squeeze), while musically, he combines elements of 60s psychedelia with the energy of 70s punk and old-school new wave - with a dash of glam and prog along the way! You can hear the result of these eclectic influences, on the Larch's Bandcamp page, here.

Watch this space for details of upcoming gigs.

Introducing South London/Kent-based, Pinky's Dream

 

Welcome to South London/Kent-based original progressive rock band, Pinky's Dream.

Pinky's Dream formed in late-2011/early-2012 and lines up as folllows: Ian Keith - vocals and guitar, Atheesan - lead guitar, Andy - drums, Phil - sax and John - bass. They have already performed a handful of gigs, which have been so far been low-key, but they will be publicly announcing more shows very soon - so watch this space. You can listen to two tracks by the band on their RTYD music player, here.

Introducing London punk covers band, The Longdicks

A big PUNK-ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP WELCOME! to London covers band, The Longdicks.

Formed in south east London in early 2007 by Mr Dickie Adams and Paul Long, the Longdicks have been 25 years in the making. The delay seems to have been caused largely by a need to get as much Fosters down their necks as younger men, which left them short of the cash they needed to buy guitars and learn to play just three chords. The whole punk soap story of their formative years - which should "never be divided" - is here on their RTYD profile page. Eat your hearts out, the Cockney Rejects!

Musician, writer, producer, minstrel and RTYD member, Jay Stapley, has a new website

Musician, writer, producer, minstrel and RTYD member, Jay Stapley, has a new website with lots of cool stuff on it like tutorial videos, a blog, and of course, music. For those of you who don't know about Jay, below is his biography, ponced from the new website!

Jay came to London in 1978 after playing in local bands in the Kent/Sussex area. He became one of London’s best-known session and gigging guitarists, working with a wide range of artists and producers on projects ranging from films (“Withnail and I”, etc.) to international tours (Roger Waters, Mike Oldfield etc.) and albums (Suede, Toyah, Scott Walker, etc.)
Jay’s live work with Julian Dawson took him to Germany in 1983, where he met producer Rene Tinner (Can) and became a regular commuter to Rene’s Cologne studio to add guitar to various recording projects. One of the artists Jay worked with was German superstar Westernhagen, with whom Jay has toured and recorded ever since, becoming the artist’s co-producer and Musical Director. Jay recorded 4 instrumental CDs for WEA records in the 1990’s and has recently released a new CD of songs (“Edge of the World”, available on iStore, on the Music page on this site, and at www.reverbnation.com/jaystapley).
Jay’s interest in technology led him to become a demonstrator of guitar products for Roland UK and Roland International. Subsequent demonstration work for Digidesign encouraged Jay to develop his own studio, where he now produces a wide range of music including music CDs, film & TV music, and library projects.
Jay’s teaching experience includes private tuition and he was one of the first teachers at the Guitar Institute (now ICMP.)
Jay has recently started a record label, Dammit Music, specialising in acoustic, singer/songwriter and unusual music projects.

The Wood Demons play charity gig at The George IV in Chiswick

RTYD member John Silver is playing with his band The Wood Demons at The George IV in Chiswick, London on Wednesday 11th April. The gig is in aid of the Bridge Charity, which provides sport and drama for children with communication disabilities.

Introducing..on the bass guitar, Nim Sadot!

 

A ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-WELCOME! to London-based bass player and bass-tutor, Nim Sadot. Nim is a professional with over 19 years of experience playing, gigging, recording, touring and teaching in the USA, UK and Israel. So if want to take up the bass, or you are a bassist and you want to improve your playing, you can contact Nim through RTYD.

Introducing Patrick Begley of the Dipsticks

Welcome to first time member/long time friend of ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP, London-based singer and guitarist, Patrick Begley.

Patrick drives an ambulance for the Patient Transport branch of the London Ambulance Service by day and plays in 3-piece original blues(-ish) rock band, The Dipsticks, that you may have already discovered on the ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP network, and which features stalwart ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROPPER, Mark McKendrick, on bass guitar. Patrick can also occasionally be seen performing solo at open-mic nights in London. Watch the RTYD gig guide for details of these, and the next - long awaited, much anticipated - Dipsticks gig.

Happy Mothers' Day to all the mums out there! Have a lovely day.

Introducing rock covers band Riff Raff from Guildford, Surrey

A big rock covers-band WELCOME! to Riff Raff from Guildford in Surrey.

Riff Raff formed in April 2008 and, after winning Battle of the Bands at the Electric Theatre (Guildford) in June, went on to play at Guilfest '08. Since then, the band has gone from strength to strength playing numerous venues, clubs, events and festivals in the local area. Two original members of the band, Nick (guitar) and Ed (drums) are joined by Mark (vocals), Kev (guitar) and Jason (bass) to deliver a driving rock sound that identifies them as the No 1 rock covers band in the county.

Don't miss them - check out the RTYD Gig Calendar and join the party for an exceptional night of live rock music.

Introducing Keith, a bass player living in Berkshire

A BIG-ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-WELCOME! to Keith, who is a bass player from Maidenhead in Berkshire.

Keith is a hobbyist musician looking to join a band. He hasn't played in a band for 30 years, but has kept his playing up to speed with regular practice, and is now looking for musicians to put something together for fun, and to do some charity gigs - his better-half works for one!

Introducing new RTYD member London-based guitarist, Andy Deevy

A big ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-WELCOME! to London-based guitarist Andy Deevy. Andy performs as a solo acoustic guitarist and in covers, tribute and original bands. He is currently lead guitarist in the Apple Core Beatles and bass player in The Bitter Springs.  That said, he is always on the lookout for other musical work or projects, and he can play in a variety of styles. Here's a link to his personal website.

Now Streaming! Two New Songs by 14 Carat Grapefruit

Now streaming! Two brand new songs - 'Tamara Never Comes' and 'Let's Get Fuckin' Pissed' - from the Grapefruits' 'difficult' second album - if it ever comes! Follow this link to the ROCK-TIL-YOU-DROP-RECORD-SHOP to have a listen.

The band play The Dublin Castle in Camden, London, this coming Wednesday. On stage at a sensible 8pm.

Video: The Lone Groover - 'Get A Grip On Yourself' live in Lincolnshire

The Lone Groover performs The Stranglers' classic 'Get A Grip On Yourself' at The Centenary, Boston, Lincolnshire - Saturday 3rd March 2012.

Video: The Stabilisers - 'Do The Brane' live in Lincolnshire

The Stabilisers perform 'Do The Brane' live at The Centenary in Boston, Lincolnshire - Saturday 3rd March 2012.

Filmed by The Lone Groover.

New Release: Secret Oktober - 'Synthetic Girl'

It's unusual to find one, but Secret Oktober are a New Romantic band, based in the Midlands, which includes friend of RTYD, Andy Foster. 'Synthetic Girl' is the first completed track from their upcoming debut EP "Silent Words". Watch this space for more details, soon.


You can visit Secret Oktober's main website here.

Welcome to bass player Eddie McManus from Shepperton

Introducing new RTYD member, bassist, Eddie McManus from Shepperton in Middlesex. Eddie is a professional musician who is currently working in a theatre tribute show featuring the music of Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly and the Everley Brothers.

He's into rock`n`roll, and has played behind many 'names' from the 60s and 70s, and even worked in a band which had a No1 chart hit.

Eddie is currently looking for paid gigs for a rock`n`roll or pop band. He is an easy-going friendly guy and is open to any offers, so please get in contact through RTYD Musicians and Bands Network, if you are interested in hiring or working with him.

Click here for a more detailed history of Eddie McManus.

Introducing new RTYD member, 'Rich', from Stourbridge

Welcome to new RTYD member, folk/pop singer/songwriter, Rich, from Stourbridge in the West Midlands. Rich is looking for musicians for an acoustic band he wants to form. So get in touch if you are local, and interested. You can listen to Rich's music on his Soundcloud page, here