The Travellers Rest 24th May

Wot a welcome return to this venue
Can't remember the last time we have played there but we love this place,although we must have bigger gear as we thought it was bigger last time we played.The new management made us feel so welcome,It's a great feeling you get when both the staff and the band are up for a
ROCKING GOOD TIME
Kev lost his bet and had to change his shirt at half time ( claiming it was too restrictive) for his 'Guns',I must take the time to say it was one of the best performances he has ever done, his vocals were so good he even had us cheering for him.We at least tried to stick to the set this week, but as usual someone decided to put a surprise or two (Naughty Kev).
Gazza had his usual stroll about and ended up behind the bar but could n't managed to pull a pint while playing,needless to say we had a Great night and can't stress enough the reasons for supporting a venue that is trying to put music back on the map.We would like to raise a glass or 3 to this place, We Loved every minute.

Supporting Powerage May 17th

WE FOLLOWED THE HIGHWAY TO HELL
but we did n't get lost and managed to arrive at Crook Football Club in good time on Saturday for our support slot with POWERAGE.It was great to meet up with Mick as we have communicated on the web a few times but had never met up in person.We would like to thank all the lads in Powerage for the use of the gear, we Had a great time and if you ever need us again just say the word,thanks to all the staff at the venue and a Big heads up to Graham for asking us to play and to 'the captain' for the sound.
I'd never been able to catch Powerage before and must admit they were FANTASTICI really enjoyed what I saw, but had to be up early on Sunday so was n't able to catch your full set,maybe next time.
We had a great night,Rokked our little socks off and met some great people,cheers for all the feedback about the band.We really had a great night and have the utmost respect to everyone who came along,Don't forget we are playing at Crook on August 16Th when SPARTAN return for our first Headline night at the club.
Hope to see you all then.

Thanks to The Captain and Mrs Rock for the photo's

The Trimmers Arms 10th May

It was our First time in South Shields
But we hope it won't be our last, we had another great night at a venue we had never played before.The set up was a bit strange but after a few teething problems ( Mr Phil and the monitor cable???)we managed to get a decent sound.Another revised set last night with some old additions to it,to keep us on the ball(Aye Mr Kev) and keep the regulars happy.Our Bass player was struck with a migraine after the second song but managed to keep it together and play through the night( if you were wondering about him wearing shades)as it's not usual for him.Met some really nice people and was great to finally meet Smoulty (thanks for the advice and feedback with regard to the sound etc).All in all a great night at a great venue ,hope we are invited back there soon.
Short but sweet as Kev and I are getting ready for our 11 mile charity walk this morning and he's forgotten the snake bite kit( Keep telling him it's not half a lager and half a cider we need)See the details of our adventure on the main site later,when me blisters go down.

The Star Inn 04/05/08

Was it really that hot in there on Saturday?

Can't tell you how much fun we had at the Star, it's always a great place to be able to play and last night was no exception.We hate having to leave you after only 3 encores but Gazza had to get to bed ( yes he does need all the beauty sleep he can muster). Kev's performance last night was one of his best yet, he does the 'hardest' job out of all of us and he was really on his game.For everyone who attended you were witness to a couple of set changes to this gig with the inclusion of 'Can't get Enough' and 'Chance' and wee bit of Purple's 'Black Night' thrown in to the mix.Kev was giving us a pep talk before we went on and said 'I've changed the set slightly' but all of his hard work was to no avail as we changed it on the hoof anyway,you have to play what feels right ? and every gig is different. Needless to say no matter what songs are in or out we always give it are all and last night was one of the best we have ever had the pleasure to be able to play. In the words of Ozzy 'We Love You all'