BTW, Tim: Cliff still owns the Swedish Strat look-a-like Hagstrom he purchased from you! We both promised to keep in touch but unfortunately we didnt. Anthony came off worse. We remembered when he tried to teach me the Chet Atkins style of finger picking he was so good at, sadly he failed miserably! After reunion with Peter and Jim in May we have vowed to keep in touch from now on. We took on Kit Rolphe, who was later to represent Great Britain in The Eurovision Song Contest in 1984 singing with Belle and the Devotions. We did, however, reduce the number of people in the group. I see Pete regularly and Brian on rare occasions. This obviously did not deter the BBC, as during 1968 we could be heard every weekday throughout the whole year! Have just come to the end of posts and am broken to hear that Jimbo has gone now too. In the article about the band for The Southend Standard Jim Eaton also noted their appearance on Ready Steady Go, Thank Your Lucky Stars and Juke Box Jury, clips Id love to see if they still survive. Well push your creativity and go beyond your brief. Our residency at Tiffanys came to an end in the early part of 1974. Jim broadcast two interviews with BBC Essex last September recalling the good old days in Southend and if you are interested he is doing another two on 11th and 18th June recalling events and recordings during our period as The Treetops. Hello fellow GARAGEHANGOVER enthusiasts. Hi Graham. 67 years old and still cannot act my age, Hi Ian I am putting on an evening with Brian in Derbyshire in September and am wondering if you have any publicity-style piccies for Monotones/ Treetops. In October 1966 The Beach Boys released the iconic Good Vibrations and I recall we rehearsed this number for hours and hours. Hi Rod, Yes, I am still around but fast approaching my 107th birthday, you cheeky sod. Mark Lloyd and Jim Eaton singing the EverlysWhat Would I Do was the first of four singles they released on Pye in 64 and 65. I was fortunate to meet up with Jim again at The Elms the day after Nigel died. It will contain a discography from which you will see that in fact we didnt release When will I be loved . Hi Jim, Somewhat belatedly I found your reply to my posting as a result of hearing of Nigels untimely death. The blasted Covid has a lot to answer for. One thing is very certain, I will never ever gig again. Download this stock image: Exterior view of Tiffanys night club in London. Once again, my sincere condolences for the sad loss of Nigel,as he will be greatly missed. So joining The Treetops was a breath of fresh air, with freedom to cover a wide variety of styles even new songs I had penned for the band. . Samantha's was in a basement off Regent Street and I was introduced . These days I too play here and there for my own Amazement as well. It was in 1965 that we released our final two records as The Monotones, No Waiting and Somethings Hurting Me. Got up at 11.45 am (still obsessed with time I see).My head is a bit heavy cos I was drinking Scots Mac & Martini last night. But I do know we each received a handsome reward of 25 guineas [for young viewers a guinea was 1 and 1 shillingfor younger viewers thats 1 and 5 pence! Pasar Minggu. Atlanta, GA. 239. His third single When Im Gonna Find Her was released in 1966 and has since become a collectors item. When I left Tiffanys I went to New York and ended up working for United Nations joined UNICEF which spawned a fantastic career as an aid worker working all over the world culminating in 10 years in China in the 80s. Lionel subsequently joined the Essex police force, reaching the rank of Inspector and, during his early years of service, became national police weight-lifting champion; not such an overweight lump after all! Another local venue was The Halfway House pub (if I remember the name correctly) by the sailing club at Thorpe Bay on the Esplanade. A nightclub striptease is seen in its initial stages, revealing the stripper's bare back. Sorry about the confusion with Gus Chesney, my memory must be playing tricks on me or the Watney Manns IPA was, at the time, too strong for a young lad like me. We knew this was going to be an important night for us, as several Mecca directors would be there. Brian had purchased the property at Hampton Court which, with the help of a team of builders and carpenters, we had created a mini Tiffanys which was to be named Alexanders. Tony Blackburn, Pete Brady, Dave Cash, Pete Murray, Dave Symonds , Jimmy Young and a few others. I remember this had 4 strings but an unplayable bottom E. Peter always turned up for practice knowing the bass line of any new song. You will remember that Pam ( Sandys best friend ) was my long time on/off girlfriend who used to help with carrying amps etc! Hope this clears this clears up a few things for you.
Tunnel 267 - Wimbledon's Premier Bar and Club Both bands had an extremely loyal following. We left Southend in 1966 and went to play at Tiffanys night club in Wimbledon.Our name was changed to The Treetops and we released several records under thet name ( these regularly appear for sale on e-bay along with Monotones records ). It was a rich and much missed era of genuine live sound and great gigs, now smothered in miming, electronic sound manipulation and image above ability. A Pavlov Dogs learned behaviour situation. I dont suppose you know what happened to Gordon? Around September 1966 Rod Clarke decided to move on, as he wanted to get back on the road. STREAM BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY'S: http://amzn.to/2erVXxnSONG AT THE END: http://amzn.to/2dXkYLRCHECK OUT MY BLOG: http://www.everythingaudrey.com- - - - - . Malcolm (Max). Hi Sally, It was so good to hear from you, Pam and I were so pleased at your obvious success and of course Tims also. They knew me as Mr. Hi De Hi Jim Well I think weve gone full circle.We started the band by rehearsing in Brians garage [his parents and gran must have been glad it was at the bottom of the garden!] With regard to the Regent Sound tape. Good to talk to you, regards Pete Stanley. tiffany's nightclub wimbledon. Once again, sincere thanks to Chris Bishop for his website which allows us all a wander down memory lane. ): also as an Ex-Westcliff High School pupil, albeit, somewhat more elderly than Brian Alexander and crew, music was then something rather different from the violin lessons I grudgingly took on Saturday mornings would you believe! Also I apologise to Jim for asking about Pam as my last message on here was before Mark told me that she had sadly passed away. Bev at Tiffanys & Toby InnSam did not go to the Drs (coward)Fi is back at school.
Toeing the line in all white, players find ways to stand out at Wimbledon i wonder if you remember me, Malcolm Wilkins, often known as Max? It was back in Nineteen Fifty Eight , We became musical MONOTONES mates . SoundCloud Tiffany's Nightclub Rotherham 1974 by the glummer twins published on 2016-02-07T16:36:35Z . I bought a blanket coat in the sales for 20.00 = ok. (20.00 that was a heck of a lot of money then and oh how I remember that coat. Incidentally, I spoke with Pete Willsher a short while ago and after spending time abroad he is now back in Southend.
tiffany's nightclub wimbledon He was about 6 2 and 15 stone at the time, which was not too bad for a 17 year old. . He was a quiet modest sort of chap. I still fly a fair bit working as a shipping and port consultatnt so the music I listen to is mainly that of the Pacific which is interesting in itself! Think the last time we saw each other was at my 21st party in Westcliff before you married Veronica. Legendary long-time pop veteran @tiffanytunes wrings in the holiday season with her newest album "Shadows," featuring singles "You're My Everything" and "I Like The Rain" out now. My pal always had his hair cut by Pete Wilsher and I did have one cut from him (not too impressed with it I remember) just before he left the barber trade. This was for The Grand Order Of Water Rats and was attended by a couple of hundred celebrities including pop stars and film and TV actors. Their happy reunion was too short. anyway hope this reaches you regards mick. She maybe back at skool tomorrow. How memory plays tricks on us all.
Tiffany's, Simone's among Blacktown's favourite nightclubs Brian informed us that our days as resident band at Tiffanys were probably numbered. Alas all long since sold to pay the mortgage! Hi De Hi Jim Thanks for more anecdotes.Youve blown away some more of the cobwebs clouding my memory.For most Brits 1966 remains special because we won the World Cup but for me it was the year I was lucky enough to return to the band at Wimbledon and at Tiffanys to meet the future Mrs Stanley.It seems that every other photo I have of the Treetops captures us in fancy dress. Brian had written a song called Another World and I also vaguely remember recording our version of the Everley Bros When Will I Be Loved. By this time in 1963 we had attracted a huge following in Southend and were considered one of the towns most popular groups. Nigel went to OZ in 1977 and I still visit him every year, he runs an event management company and still keeps busy although suffering a few health problems at the moment. Both were popular . In 63 / 64 I saw a crime program on TV with a Beat Band involved in some way. From 2010 Delilah's was one of the most popular nightclubs in Newport hosting live music events, foam parties, and all the busiest club nights. A wonder they never had to be called the U K Monotones. I have only just forgiven him for this, Maxine, where are you now? Its good to hear that you and others have enjoyed and made a success of their lives. Just an addition:- I remebered the name of the very good guitarist that played with Pete Willsher it was Johnny Short. On one of the few occasions we actually played a gig, it was at Victor Sylvestors Dance Studio in Southend and after the first number (Willie and Hand Jive, I think), we fused all the lights and had to cut short the set. Learn more about how you can collaborate with us. I suppose the only remaining members of The Treetops Appreciation Society are ourselves and families! He had to be taken way in an ambulance as he didnt recover from the one short whack Lionel rendered. Are you able to act as agent or alternatively give me his email address ? So many of us have been driven nearly crazy for years trying to identify that song from that very (repetitive) scene. Hi Jamie, Sounds like you had a great time with Mark during your recent visit to Sydney. Hanging around with bands in my German school days was logical. It will include The Monotones, Paramounts, Procol Harum, Mickey Jupp, Dr Feelgood, Kursaals, Eddie and the Hot Rods (who Ive already written a book on), Alison Moyet and so on, through to present day acts. Closed now : See all hours. But his voice will live on in collectable vinyl , That ensures his heart and souls survival . In May 1964, Brian, Pete and myself took a short holiday in Amsterdam. In 1975 Tiffany's opened.
Do you remember these South West London nightclubs? I see you still play the occasional charity gig with Full Circle, I think I am right in saying I have seen you a few time at the Priory Concert in the Park. I would not have traded it for anything else but often think of the early days in Leigh/Westcliff! We started when school friends at Westcliff High in 1960 and I played bass until 1974 when we had become The Treetops. Glad all still goes well with everyone,sorry to hear about Nigel.
A look back at Manchester's greatest nightclubs and venues I do have a very vague recollection of you, did you ever join the police force? Claimed. I recall our first three opening numbers as Lullaby of Birdland, the theme from A Man And A Woman and Let There Be Love. faculty website; Services. The lead singer was a guy called Nigel Basham, classmate of mine between 1955-59. With regards to our CD, please contact me direct at pncstanley@talktalk.net with your address. Yes Matt,Ive got a lot to thank Tiffanys [and The Treetops] for!I wouldnt have met your Mum and it would have brought reality to our record Without the one you love.Instead,I could say Life is getting better'[a bit late to be plugging our records! The pop bible of the day, The New Musical Express, described the release as promising. We left Southend in 1966 and went to play at Tiffanys night club in Wimbledon.Our name was changed to The Treetops and we released several records under thet name ( these regularly appear for sale on e-bay along with Monotones records ).