Where to start! Well as good a place as any is to say congratulations to my buddy Steve Black whose song was crowned “Original song of the year” at last nights British Country Music Awards. I have long said his songs are right up there and I am exceptionally pleased that a little recognition is coming his way. His new album is nearly finished up, just a few last minute tweaks and it will be ready for release on the NEO Music label at a planned launch night in early December.
Talking of NEO Music, we’re putting on a little launch night on Sun 20th November. It might well be the first time some of you will come across The Coaltown Daisies, I guarantee you though, it won’t be the last!! All the details can be found at www.neo-music.net .
The visit of Johnny Counterfit was totally enjoyable. His show at The Dolphin was world class and unquestionably his was the outstanding performance at said BCMAwards. It was a joy to spend some time with one who is clearly so knowledgable and passionate about the music I love. He will be back!!
Looking forward to doing a gig with John Taylor in Nov at The Leeds Irish Centre opening for Moe Bandy, allegedly we might even have little band thing going on that night too. Also excited about Blackys new Rock Musical, “Biggles flies undone” which will be at The Guildhall, Axminster Nov 3,4,5. A live band and a cast of 21, absolutely can’t wait……
So things still pretty good here in Devon, I guess settling in for the winter, all that’s left in the garden are the sprouts and parsnips, although the ground is ready for the onions and shallots that need to go in on the shortest day!! Still lots of gigs locally, in fact after Biggles, Blacky and I have some rehearsals pencilled to refresh on his infamous alternative Christmas Carols that provide us with much fun and frolics during the month of December.
Trust this finds you well,
Kindest Regards, Alan
Talking of NEO Music, we’re putting on a little launch night on Sun 20th November. It might well be the first time some of you will come across The Coaltown Daisies, I guarantee you though, it won’t be the last!! All the details can be found at www.neo-music.net .
The visit of Johnny Counterfit was totally enjoyable. His show at The Dolphin was world class and unquestionably his was the outstanding performance at said BCMAwards. It was a joy to spend some time with one who is clearly so knowledgable and passionate about the music I love. He will be back!!
Looking forward to doing a gig with John Taylor in Nov at The Leeds Irish Centre opening for Moe Bandy, allegedly we might even have little band thing going on that night too. Also excited about Blackys new Rock Musical, “Biggles flies undone” which will be at The Guildhall, Axminster Nov 3,4,5. A live band and a cast of 21, absolutely can’t wait……
So things still pretty good here in Devon, I guess settling in for the winter, all that’s left in the garden are the sprouts and parsnips, although the ground is ready for the onions and shallots that need to go in on the shortest day!! Still lots of gigs locally, in fact after Biggles, Blacky and I have some rehearsals pencilled to refresh on his infamous alternative Christmas Carols that provide us with much fun and frolics during the month of December.
Trust this finds you well,
Kindest Regards, Alan