January 2005

"2 tonic arrived on stage and lifted the atmosphere up a few more notches until at one stage it seemed as though every person in the room was dancing at the same time. Even the people stood around the edges seemed to be bouncing up and down, whether they wanted to or not. Humberside seismic investigators later recorded a disturbance registering 3.2 on the Richter scale."

The Scootering Magazine Review

Since 1999 Bee Gees Fever have been wowing audiences across the UK and Europe with their stunning live tribute to the music of the Brothers Gibb. From the soulful ballads Too Much Heaven and How Deep Is Your Love through to the high energy disco classics such as Stayin' Alive and Night Fever, the band faithfully recreate the songs that have helped make the Bee Gees musical legends over the last four decades. With a full show of over 2 hours, there is something for everyone from every era of the Bee Gees glittering career, and create a striking visual tribute too as they pay tribute to the 'Saturday Night Fever' image of the late 70's. Unlike some tribute acts, all the songs are performed totally live, no backing tapes or sequences, just five guys, their voices and their instruments. This gives the show a raw energy which will get even the most reserved feet up on the dancefloor.

"these guys are great check 'em out" (CLASSIC ROCK) Billy Loveridge replicates a fantastic vocal tone, only transcended by Bon Scott himself (live review - GET RHYTHM) No they don't look like 'dopplegangers', but the band are serious about the music they play, if not so serious about themselves, but close your eyes and none come closer - no wonder, this is the busiest AC/DC tribute in the U.K.

During the 1960's surfers took to the beaches of Southern California like never before. The bikinis were short, the surfboards were long and the music was unmistakable. From surf music to surf fashion, from the beach lingo to the beach culture, relive the coolest days from the hottest decade in surfing with a fantastic Beach Boys Show. Beach Boys Inc celebrate the music of The Beach Boys. Faithfully recreating the harmony and sounds of The Beach Boys. Paying tribute to the early songs such as Surfin Safari and Surfin USA. Incorporating songs from Pet Sounds including God Only Knows. All from the legendary Brian Wilson and Carl Wilson, Dennis Wilson, Al Jardine, Mike Love and Bruce Johnston.

G2. Definitive Genesis performed live, perfectly and with passion. The seed of G2 can be traced back to 1997 and they truly capture the sound, energy and atmosphere of Genesis with fervour and sincere feeling. This is an incredible tribute. You have got to be a little mad (some would say insane) about music to create a tribute band like this.

Genesis were arguably the most layered and complex definers of the progressive rock sound. So recreating their sound as accurately as possible is a big challenge. G2 likes a challenge and this project continues to stretch them in all areas.

What is their Ultimate Aim? To provide the audience with the real deal; to deliver the music as accurately as possible, but with live energy. To recreate the visual atmospherics - the 'goose pimple effect'. To deliver a magical evening of Genesis music that levels the floor for one and all.

With the Young Disciples, Carleen had a surprise success with a dance track called "Apparently Nothin," and they recorded an album, "Road to Freedom," at Paul Weller's studio in London.  Paul Weller played guitar on the album, as did keyboardist, Mick Talbot, Weller's band mate from the Style Council. Courted by several record companies, Carleen chose Virgin Records/Circa label, on which she recorded two solo albums, "True Spirit" and "Blessed Burden." Paul Weller co-wrote songs on her "Blessed Burden" album which forged a musical kinship that has been a mainstay for Carleen ever since. For nearly two years, Carleen was lead singer of the popular R'n'B Funk band, the Brand New Heavies. She has been fortunate enough to be able to perform with a variety of contemporary and legendary performers from Brian Ferry and Leon Ware, to Guru and Omar. Her 3rd solo album, "Alberta's Granddaughter", recorded independently with Ben Castle, son of former British trumpeter, Roy Castle, is fused with jazz, blues, gospel, funk and soul, with a bit of rock opera as well. Carleen's musical expressions are her passions for love and harmony and the harsh reality that life makes these accomplishments difficult to attain.  But that doesn't stop her from trying.

Aynsley Lister

Aynsley picked up the guitar at 8 and played his first gig at 13. One year later on a family trip to San Francisco, he was jamming with a band supporting Cocoa Montoya at 'Lou?s Bar' on Pier 49. Brought up on his father?s record collection, he had learned to play by ear and would sit for hours in his bedroom playing along to old 45s of Freddie King, John Mayall and Eric Clapton. By the time he was 18, he had worked his way through various bands and decided to form his own three piece to play the music he loved ? blues. Fronting a band for the first time, he also started singing and writing his own material. The band decided to put out a couple of albums, the second of which featured 3 of Aynsley?s self penned numbers. It was these that attracted the attention of Ruf Records head honcho Thomas Ruf, and in the summer of 1998 they signed a deal. Together with producer Jim Gaines (Stevie Ray, Albert Collins, Santana), Aynsley went into the studio and recorded his debut for the label including a duet with veteran bluesman Walter Trout. Released in Europe, Lister received critical acclaim and toured extensively over the next two years sharing stages with artists such as Buddy Guy, Robert Cray and John Mayall and as diverse as Bryan Adams and Fun Lovin? Criminals.

This new album has received rave reviews everywhere. Classic Rock has listed Equilibrium in the Top 50 albums released so far in 2009.

In the past few months Aynsley has had feature interviews in Classic Rock, Guitarist, Guitar Techniques, Rock N Reel, Maverick, Record Collector & Blues in Britain. Aynsley has recorded 'live' sessions for Bob Harris, Paul Jones & Jazz FM.

In May Aynsley supported Lynyrd Skynyrd on their Uk tour, playing to 16,000 people in 4 nights.

RU40 are a top-quality tribute to one of the most popular and successful British reggae artists UB40.

Expect to hear all of their numerous hits from early to present day such as 'Red, Red Wine', 'Rat in the Kitchen' , '1 in 10', 'Kingston Town' and many more.

RU40 love playing The Brook and always draw a lively, friendly crowd. A great dancing and singing gig too.

Ummagummaa  are an aggregation of musical virtuoso's who play  the music of  the early Pink Floyd, including highlights from the "Live at Pompeii " show. One of the few Classic Rock tribute bands to deal with the specific early years of a band's musical history (Re Genesis and The Rollin Stoned are the others), Ummagummaa is a project that strives to recreate the feel and atmosphere of early Pink Floyd gigs, right down to the liquid light show of the time. "We are aiming to focus our attention on the early albums, and the 'Live at Pompeii ' show", says keyboard player Hoagy Davies. "We're are covering stuff from "Piper At The Gates of Dawn", "Saucer Full Of Secrets", "Ummagummaa" of course, "Atom Heart Mother" (the cover of which is used on our posters) and "Meddle". For long time fans, this includes by implication, material written by madcap genius Syd Barrett, including "See Emily Play" and "Astronomy Domine" Hoagy who's own career boasts touring world wide with Soft Machine, Lou Reed, PFM, Keith Emerson, Camel and John Cale, plays all the authentic keyboard parts. He is joined by drummer Geoff Cooper (Broken English/Counterfeit Stones), Ian Ellis on bass (Clouds/Pete Townsend/Steve Hackett) and guitarist Chris Staines (Steeleye Span/Geno Washington/ASM) on guitar. "For a band that has sold millions of albums, a lot of fans missed the early years", adds drummer and Floyd expert Geoff Cooper "In many respects it was a defining era, because although Syd Barrett left, the band's style right down to the on stage ambience and light show, was defined in those early years. Also this show is the only representation of The Floyd as they were before becoming the million selling chart band. As in the old days, we take musical chances and try and retain the spontaneity of those early happenings".