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Hi Trevor,
I found this photo of The Scorchers while I was rummaging around in a load of stuff my mum kept and then sent down to me.There are only four of us in the photo, where's Dave Robinson? I also found a letter talking about a band called Treadwheels and So On.Do you remember Ray, the drummer? He had a sports car, an old Merc, I think.He also used to tell me about a mink farm that he, or his dad had (honest).Cashy seems to remember them.On the back of the photo it says Lancashire Evening Telegraph, 16th April 1964. Cheers Jim. |
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Roy Taylors still up Bash James, worked wi him oer 20 yrs,only see him occasionally these days, used to give him stick at work, fer going to Wimbledon fer annual hols every year, never stopped him though.:D;)
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Thanks for that Trevor, you have a very good memory.I only remember Ray, the drummer.I saw them play at a place called The Mocambo, which was in Darwen.Cheers, Jim.
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Jim been meaning to ask you before what drums you using now
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Hi Trevor / Jim
I could not believe what I have seen on this site tonight, the memories and emotions those pictures brought back. It would be great to get in touch again. Susie and I live in Scotland now near Kyle of Lochalsh where the skye bridge is situated. I still have that Vox AC30 and the Verithin, could never part with them now. Ian Smith |
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Hiya Ian, where have you been? how did you find this site ? Good to hear from you, I'll have to get in touch with Dave Rob I have a contact phone number then we can have a proper Scorchers reunion. Trev.
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Hiya Jim, that's a nice surprise seeing Ian contributing is'nt it. Trev
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I've just spent a very entertaining hour reading all the posts. Brilliant stuff. I'm just 52, so don't remember any of the bands mentioned, though I'm sure I will have seen many of you play in later incarnations in the 1970's and later. The Kev Florentine that gets a mention a couple of times is my cousin. I saw him a few months ago, but sadly it was at his younger brother's (Michael) funeral.
Rod Hill was working at Blackburn College. I worked there until 2 years ago and I'm sure he was still there then and very probably still is. In the mid 1970's, I bought an old battered AC30 in Accrington. I possibly bought it from one of you guys on here;-) Someone mentioned the Regent in Blackburn. I was in there most weekends from the early 70's onwards and remember those brilliant Monday nights (many a Tuesday I never made it to work - too hungover). Forever (as mentioned) were the resident band for a couple of years. Then I think they alternated weeks with a band called Thunderbird Sabden, who I assume possibly came from that area. We often got over to Accy in the 70's for a night out and also attended some of those summer gigs in Oak Hill Park I would love to see some of the old 1960's photos, but can't seem to open them. Any tips anyone? Cheers ! |
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Hiya Blackburnlad, I knew the bass player in Thunderbird, Mervin Goldsworthy he also played in another local band-Streetfighter,they played all Thin Lizzy songs one of their guitarists was John Sykes who joined the last line up of Thin Lizzy. Merv joined a recording band called F.M.very good they were too,saw them at the Apollo Manchester. Trev.
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Hi Jim
Always a man for having the best kit, a long way from using your ruler on the desk at Accy Tech. Good to hear you are fit and well and living in Surrey. The pictures outside the Cavern blew me away, I had completely forgotten about the coach trip that day. Regards Ian |
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Hi Jim
Looks like we were typing at the same time. I remember running in to you briefly on the Kings Road in Chelsea during a visit to London around 71/72. I still have pictures and cuttings myself, even the "Scorchers" drum logo I had made at work for your base drum. Cheers Ian |
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Trevor
I found the site one day by typing "Scorchers" in to google and it led me to the Accy web. Yesterday I was listening to a program on Radio Lancs re Nelson Imperial that a friend down in Clitheroe told me about. That led me to look again at the Accy site and what did I find, you and Jim having a long conversation about our youth, amazing coincidence. What guitar do you use these days? Wonderful thing the chat forum, great we are all still in good form. Cheers Ian |
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Hiya Jim\Ian, Wow! love to hear that kit Jim,sounds like it's a"right driving"kit to me. Ian good to hear from you, nearly fell off my chair when I saw you on here,glad you liked the old photo's, I wonder if there's any of us inside the Cavern? Trev.
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Still got the 335,aSquier Strat, aPeavy Strat-type,12string Yamaha Pacifica &Taylor Big Baby acoustic,unfortunately the AC 30 is somewhere in Germany so using aPeavey stereo combo also a Hiwatt with a 4x12 cab still got the Copicat but needs some T.L.C.
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That is a fine sounding collection, a pity about the Vox, yours was a "Top Boost" version if I remember rightly and they are pretty rare. Is Dave still in the resturant business down in Stratford ? Speak soon. Cheers Ian |
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Hi Trevor, Thanks for this photo, I did laugh.If you look closely at my eyes, I appear to have gone blind, was it the sight of all those girls in swimsuits?
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Hiya Jim, I don't even remember the girl's Jim ,but you always had an eye [or two] on all the girl's!!! [or you might have them closed 'cause I'd played another bum note or two!!!!!] Trev.
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I do remember seeing Streetfighter. The name John Sykes rings a bell too. That other band I mentioned 'Forever' did a lot of Doobie Brothers stuff and old Stax / Atlantic covers. The lead vocalist Sean was a window cleaner by day (I think). Shabby Tiger were another band that sometimes played the Regent on a Monday night. Everyone always made a big deal about them when they were on. I think it was because they'd had a couple of minor hits. I always preferred Forever and Thunderbird Sabden myself (no offence to the Shabby guys if you ever read this;-) |
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Hiya Blackburnlad, Yeh John Sykes has lived in the States long time now, I remember Tommy Vance interviewing him when he had a Saturday afternoon rock programme on Radio 1,so thats a long time ago. I know Sean,I used to give him a lift home from the Regent ,had a jam with him a couple of months ago,very talented lad! Lost touch with Merv, last time I spoke to him he was in a tribute band playing Australian pub's in London. Trev.
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Hiya J, I think I only saw" Tiger "once in the Regent, Hendy was the singer and the lead guitarist in that line-up was Dave Almond,he came from Burnley and had previously been in a band called the Reflection's who the Gideon's had played together with in the 60's,I mean together at the same time=2drummer's. 2lead guitarist's etc. sounded a bit jumbled if you know what I mean, don't remember who came up with that idea!!!!! Trev
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On the photo of you lads (God you were lads too - really young) in Liverpool, there's one of you carrying the V front Dom. I only saw it after I had left the previous comment. I have an old V front Dom myself, picked it up a couple of years ago, works fine, but sadly has been re-covered at some time. Did a cracking job though, whoever re-covered it. |
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Zanzibar were another band that had a residency at The Regent for a while as well. I'd better shut up about the Regent, this is an Accy site after all. I saw a few bands at The Albion in Clayton (he said, tactfully diverting the conversation) in the early - mid 70's too, but can't really recall any names. |
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Hiya Jim, so Mr. Hirst was the culprit eh!! I've got this photo too! The drummer was Wally Day I think,he played in a local band The Pleasers .Dave Almond last I heard was doing the same as Wami[solo with backing tracks] Trev.
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I have a single or two by The Pleasers. A bit Beatlesque weren't they? Can't remember the titles, but I think one has 3 tracks on it. I'll have to dig them out sometime. |
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You've probably all seen this already, so my apologies if I'm just going over old ground (I'm new on here).
lankybeat.com |
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Hello Trevor,A mystery band, at least to me.The date on the back of the photo is 28/1/67 but there isn't any band name.The first names of the guys are on the back,
From left to right: Eric, Keith, Melvyn, Andy and Colin.I recognise Andy Russell and Colin Edmondson from the Atlantics, but I played with them in 1969 not 1967.I also have a vague memory of the big guy with the blonde hair, Keith.Do you recognise anybody else? Cheers, Jim. |
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The sound of distant drums up Fern Gore .
I've still got ear-ache , Jim . |
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Best Regards - Taggy Ps If you look on this link you'll come up with the name Cheroot and there's a photo of him on there! Hendy is the one on the right! He's actually been in Beni 17 years!!! http://www.benidorm-spotlight.com/ni...s/pages/33.htm |
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Hiya to you all, just to let you know Backtrack, the band I play in are playing on Saturday 2nd Oct at the Globe Bowling club Accy, you don't have to be a member to get in, this is the 2nd time that we've played this year! so it's quite a rare appearance!!!
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wheres that alan? ya mean "Platts" on blackburn rd?:confused:
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Globe Bowling club is in the Fern Gore area next to Bullough Park football pitch's. Trev.
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Ok. Cashy I've just checked on Google Earth that it is Bullough park, it is! the club is off Willows Lane on a little road that run's along the side of the pitchs. Trev.
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just outa interest who's in the group trev, any of the owd 60s lads?:)
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No ,Geoff the other guitarist has played with Tommy Franks, they're mates.The drummer bass player & myself have played together with two sisters in the 80's ,Geoff played with them both before that, when we 1st got together Pete Hibbert was the singer, but as you know Pete's had to pack-up the singing so we've carried on. Trev.
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Trev, I'm gutted. we are doing a private party tomorrow in Blackburn, so I won't be able to get up to the Globe - sick as a parrot. If your gig is as rare as you say, I don't suppose I'll get to see you till next year! You'll have to make a better effort and get another gig in before Christmas. Keep me posted, see you soon. Tony |
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Thanks for the reply " Dubby", shame you're playing same night I'll have to get the whip out on the lads to play a bit more,have a good night. Trev.
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Played o.k. last night at "Globe gig", nearly "fluffed" the solo on Shaking all Over when Sandra stood up in the middle of the song to "shake all over" which distracted me, told her over the mike as soon as we'd finished the song ,which everybody laughed at, it was that kind of night - good natured heckling all night- good fun! Trev.
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Message for James and anyone who can help
Do you remember DR MARIGOLDS PRESCRIPTION playing up Accrington Con please. Trying to contact one of the members, who lives in London area. He did a lovely version of "PEOPLE GET READY" |
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Hi Trev. Glad you had a good night. We played unplugged, think we were better than with all the gear!! I did call in at the globe at half seven on my way to Blackburn, thought you might be havin' a sound check and I could have a quick word but I see you'd already set up the gear. You'll have to let me know if you can get em to play again before Christmas.
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Hi All. When we were in Spain we went up to Benidorm and stayed on a Thursday night. Must be one of the only nights Wammy doesn't play! We found the bar, Rock and Roll house at the North end of Beni. at the Rinco.,Can't really go much further on unless you wanna go play in the Aqua park. There was a poster in the bar and he seems to be going under the name of Wambam rock and roll show. (I think that was it, but I'd had a few bevis!). So sorry Jim, didn't get to give him a hug for ya, I was hoping I might have brought a photo back for you all but not to be. Saw a couple of good bands though, three guys doing some heavy rock who were excellent and a couple of old guys (even older than me), who were obviously just enjoying themselves. After 4 weeks over there i was just settling in.....haven't warmed up since I got back. Tony
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Hiya T, sorry missed seeing you on Saturday,I did'nt get there till after 8 ish, been playing with Fran on Friday in Ingol for one of his daughters birthday party,good fun again! Trev.
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Sorry, but I've never heard of Dr Marigolds Prescription, what year are we talking about roughly? I left Accy in 1969, if it was after that I wouldn't know them. Cheers, Jim. |
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That's a shame, but never mind. He sent me a copy of his new album about 2 months ago. As long as he's enjoying himself. Thinking of moving over there yourself are you? Sounds like you enjoyed it. Best wishes, Jim. |
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Thanks for letting me know about the questions. Give Holly a biscuit for me! Take care, Jim. |
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A great Bloke :) |
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Never took him to be a tennis player Cashy,
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hi i was drummer in the nosmo kings, do you want to know more? Im new to this so be patient. Al
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Hi Al. You won't remember me I'm sure, I was the vocalist in the Soundcasters, think we've played with you a couple of times in the distant past. This site was buzzing a couple of months ago, everyone had lots to say - think they've all gone to sleep. a new member usually peps it up. so here's hoping!! Glad you've logged on, the more the merrier. Cheers Tony
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Hiya T, have you been playing recently?
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Hi Trev. Nice to know you're still alive and well. Where has everyone gone??? Thought the site had shut down. Haven't been playing but we're back at Bash Con Nov 6th and at the Alma on 4th December. Is there any news about your lads doing another gig? Tony
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I'm too young to know....
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Hi Trev
Just think how hard we worked back then, August 1967 Sunday, Wigan, Monday, Bolton, Tuesday back to Wigan then Friday in Blackpool before finishing the week at Blackburn rugby club on Saturday. I still have a couple of diaries that chart our travels in the sixties, a lot of late nights in the old J4. Cheers Ian |
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I think originaly they called themselves Tredwheels & So on, Roy had a great personality for a front man. If you see him Cashy ask him if he remembers his Bubble Car.
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Also got a photo of Dave Ayrton if you would like me to put it on here Trev. Circa 1965.
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Recognise, the other two Trev, Im still in contact with Greg, That was taken outside the Cambridge Press, next to the old built in bus shelter on Whalley Rd. Cheers.
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Sorry Trev Ill try again towmorow, dont know what happened.
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another good night great performance by the lads, shadow trev came along,was good to see him again, also Francis T, turned up, which was great to see, didn't recognize him cos 40 odd years is a long time.:D will mention to florry next time i bump into him.:)
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