Introducing - Dylan Kirk And The Killers

Introducing Dylan Kirk And The Killers.

Well what do you know? We have a killer in the ranks! Yes, a genuine killer. Enter Dylan Kirk. A quiet unassuming lad until he gets in front of the piano, and with raging adrenalin coursing through his veins, he launches into an almost uncontrolled assault on the keyboard. Now we've all seen various piano acts from the UK over the years, but we haven't seen one as raw and as ready as Dylan Kirk. When you watch archive footage of Jerry Lee Lewis it's extremely evident what Dylan's influences are.

From a very early age he was obsessed with the sounds of early Rock N Roll . Artists such as Elvis, Eddie Cochran and many others inspired him to pick up a guitar. He taught himself some very basic chords which could be played alongside most Rock N Roll records.

More of the phenomenon of Dylan Kirk later... 

So, who's who in the combo?

Dylan Kirk - Piano / Lead Vocals. - Sam French - Lead Guitar.

Luke Nichols - Slap Bass. - Shaun O'Keeffe - Drums.

What's on the disc?

1: Rollin' Dynamite - 2: Junkie - 3: You'll Be My Baby - 4: Sinner Not A Saint - 5: So What - 6: Down The Line - 7: Monkey Beat City - 8: Pretty Jane - 9: Long Time No Love - 10: Ten Long Fingers - 11: Call Me Shorty - 12: Dream Catcher.

So, as I was saying.... By the time this young prodigy had reached his teenage years he delved deeper into the 50's era. He then discovered Jerry Lee , a man, in Dylan's own words; "I owe everything to", in the hot summer of 2016 he decided that it was time to pick up an instrument again.. Enter the huge box with the black n white keys. Thanks to his grandparents, he took possession of a Yamaha keyboard, and now with the tools to his trade, he commenced to learn and master the skills needed.

Now, a few years later he's appeared at regular club events, weekenders, and festivals all over the UK and Europe. I'll tell you one thing; he's a thoroughbred British rocker of the highest degree. Off stage he's meek and mild, on stage he's as wild as they come. When the opportunity arises, I recommend seeing this young pad in action. He'll blow the roof off, that's for sure!

I've had the pleasure to see him and the lads perform a few times, and even shared the same stage. He produces a knock out sound and a real mean act. I for one will be looking forward to seeing him again in 2021. I wish them all the very best of luck for the future. From what I've seen so far, the future is bright for this kerosene fuelled combo. 

So get finger crunching those keyboards and treat yourself to this "KILLER" CD.

Where can I get a copy of the CD?

Dylan Kirk   Bear Family Records  Raucous Records

 

The Tony Marlow Anthology - 40 years of Rock N Roll.

Introducing The Tony Marlow Anthology - 40 Years on the Rock N Roll circuit.

Every now and then one comes across an absolute gem of an album, and in this case a double album that charts the career of one of the nicest people that I have had the pleasure to meet. Tony has been either beatin' the drums or strumming the lead on songs dating back to pre 1978. It career spanning 40+ years has seen him take a leading role in bands such as "The Rockin' Rebels", "Betty & The Bops", "Les Bandits Mancho", "The Tony Marlow Trio", "The Tony Marlow Guitar Party", and of late "K'Ptain Kidd". He's played at venues right across Europe and the United Kingdom. In-fact there isn't much he hasn't done. 

The Anthology was professionally put together to celebrate the 40 year milestone in his career, and I'll say one thing, it's not for the faint of heart either. Not many bands have competed 40 years of smooth performances, and Tony will admit himself that it hasn't always been an easy ride. From the very start of his career, the guitar wasn't his chosen weapon, no, as I mentioned a little earlier, he was a fellow drummer. Some guitarists will say he came from the dark side. Me, well no.. It's a pleasure to know someone who's as multi talented and as professional as Tony. When you listen to his music, it's faultless and you'll hear the professionalism in it's entirety. 

So what's inside the albums? This sensational double CD package is loaded 50 songs, all of Tony's finest work.

So, what's in the box?

CD1: "The Rockin' Rebels" - 1; Western - 2: Ravin' Sound - 3: Water Wheel - 4: Dynamite - 5: Train Hit The Tracks - 6: Gonna Rock Tonight - 7: Hey! Jump Le Blues - 8: Bleu Comme Jean - 9: Branche Le Poste. "Tony Marlow Et Les Prives"  - 10: Frenesie - 11: Mademoiselle Voulez-Vous? - 12: Cliche Nocturne - 13: Hello Baby Mademoiselle. "Betty & The Bops"  - 14: Swimming Through The Bayou - 15: Rockin' Guitar Man - 16: Crazy Little Daddy - 17: Laisse Les Filles. "Tony Marlow"  - 18: Hot Rod Special - 19: Hillbilly Blues. "Betty & The Bops"  - 20: All I Can Do Is Cry -21: The Memphis Train. "Les Bandits Mancho" - 22: Beyond The Sea - 23: Paris Boogie - 24: Au Clair De Blues. "Tony Marlow" 25: One Week In Memphis.

CD2: "The Rockin' Rebels" - 1: Rock-A-Like-That - 2: Wild Cat On The Loose - 3: 60 Thousand Feet - 4: Crocodile Swamp - 5: Guitar Man - 6: Gentle On My Mind - 7: My Happiness. "Tony Marlow" - 8: The Missing Link - 9: Lonesome Rider - 10: The Booze Fighters - 11: Devilish Woman - 12: Girl On The Loose - 13: Even Rockers Got The Blues - 14: 59 Club - 15: Searchin' For You - 16: L'Homme A La Moto - 17: Miss Brighton - 18: Already Gone - 19: Le Cuir Et Le Baston - 20: Laissez-Moi Dormir. "K'Ptain Kidd" - 21: Le Diable En Personne - 22: So What - 23: K'ptain Kidd. "Tony Marlow" - 24: Rock'N'Roll Princess - 25: R.D.V. Au Ace Cafe.

Right from the very start this action packed double whammy had my feet tapping throughout. The genres covered are just the right blend of raw rockabilly that's of the right calibre that would have been perfectly suited to have fallen straight out of Sam Phillips studio on Union Avenue. It's direct, hard hitting and grabs you by the throat and says: "Oi, listen to this"; in a nice way of course... Hand on heart, I have to say that my CD collection wouldn't have been complete had I not had this. It's a right little fire cracker of a double album and I urge the readers to get a copy of this sensational 2 x disc album NOW! 

So what's he up to now? Tony still has The Tony Marlow Trio and The Guitar Party, but since 2019 he's taken on the role of supporting Alicia's project, the tremendously successful "Alicia F!" and not to forget his very own Rock / Blues combo; "Marlow Rider". Keep you eyes peeled for these once live concerts start up again, you won't be disappointed.

Where will I find this?

To order your copy, visit tonymarlow.bigcartel.com or alternatively, visit Rockparadise
 

TIMEBOMBS ARE GO! - The Timebomb Allstars

Timebombs Are Go! is the opening track on the debut album from The Timebomb Allstars, incidentally called "Timebombs Are Go". After listening to the Bombtastic album I realised that I was smiling from ear to ear as I relived memories of being a young Teddy Boy in Manchester in the 80's. The sounds are very much reminiscent of such bands as Crazy Cavan, Hot Foot Gale, Rock Island Line, Matchbox, Vernon & The GI's, and Shotgun, to name a few. Throughout my feet were a boppin, and my hands a poppin to this digital sensation.

So, what's on board this pocket rocket ship?

1: Timebombs Are Go - 2:Teddyboy Rock N Roll - 3: Gretsch 59 - 4: Motorbike - 5: Endless Sleep - 6: Baby Be Mine - 7: Dare Devils - 8: Greenback Dollar, Watch & Chain - 9: Rockin' With The Jukebox - 10: Puttin' On The Style - 11: 1974 - 12: house Of The Rising Sun - 

13: T-R-O-U-B-L-E.

To continue with the feelings brought back from listening to this explosive debut album. It's raw, originally sounding and I could imagine these going down a storm at the likes of The Roman Way, Caister and The Pavillion, these venues are sadly no longer with us. However, there's a pedigree of talent within this four piece combo.. So, let me introduce you to the powerhouse behind the Nitro fuelled release. On the inside cover of the album they describe themselves as four recycled teenagers who refuse to behave like adults.. My kinda guys!

So, who are they?

Johnny Spaceman - Lead Vocals.

Dave Spaceman - Drums / Backing Vocals.

Age Spaceman - Lead Guitar / Backing Vocals.

Marky Spaceman - Bass Guitar / Backing Vocals.

From the very first track I lost years off my age and found myself boppin' all over the house, jumpin' into backdrops and half splits. (my bones have suffered since.. hehehehehe), but I don't care. There aren't too many bands out there that genuinely take me back to my youth. Hearing the last two tracks "House of The Rising Sun" and "T-R-O-U-B-L-E", lets not get confused with the Elvis song of the same name, but this one self penned by Dave himself is a pure tribute to the king of British Rockability, Crazy Cavan. 

Moving forward, these boys, yes, I say boys and not men as they've taken guys like me back to our teens will look forward to seeing these blow the roof off venues at such weekenders as The Skegness Stomp, Weton-Super-Mare, The Ted Do, The Wildest Cats. What you see is what you get. Pure, honest true rockers!

The album recorded on the Foot Tapping pedigree label is a MUST HAVE for all DJ's and fans alike. This seriously needs some airtime on the rockin' radio stations around the cosmos. No interstellar planetary system is too near or too far for these lads!

Where do I buy this cataclysmic time machine?

Dave Diamond or Timebomb Allstars Official Facebook Page

Time to play it again... Can't stop, gotta keep on boppin!

 
 

Rockabilly Troubadour - Tony Marlow.

Rockabilly Troubadour, the 3 minute 27 second opening song on this sensational disc from the ever talented Tony Marlow.

The first time I developed an interest in this album was from listening to the content on YouTube. The entire disc in recorded in both French and Corsican, but that didn't matter at all! Rockabilly has one universal language and that's the rhythm in its veins, and the thumping beat of its heart. 

So, what's in store when you open the album?

1: Rockabilly Troubadour - 2: Le Cuir Et Baston - 3: Piun'da Che L'Amore - 4: L'Ivresse - 5: Debout! - 6: Le Garage - 7: Elle Revient - 8: Paso! - 9: Le Diable Au Corps - 10: Buchi Vuchi Tu - 11: Le Prochain Train - 12: Get Your Motor Runnin (Part 1) - 13: Get Your Motor Runnin (Part 2) - 14: Laissez Moi Dormir - 15: Monte Cintu.

15 action packed tracks performed by the maestro himself, Tony Marlow.  Tony has quite a pedigree on the rockin' circuit, he's played all over Europe and performed in the UK too. In fact in his 40+ years on the rock n roll / rockabilly scene there's not many places where he hasn't graced the stage. Now, back to this explosive album. The disc is loaded with a very powerful mix of rockabilly, rock n roll and rhythm n blues. On playing this my feet are tapping and my soul is jumping! Again, I must be quite firm that no matter the language, it's one outstanding piece of work that get's plenty of play time for me, and I urge any readers to go out, jump on your MAC or PC and order your own copy. I love it!

Who's who on the disc?

Tony Marlow - Guitar / Vocals.

Gilles Tournon - Slap Bass.

Denis Baudrillart - Drums.

In addition to the above, Mathias Lusztinski - Saxophone (tracks 3 & 11) and Steve Verbeke - Hamonica (tracks 6 & 14). 

The album was recorded under the Rock Paradise (Paris) label under the expertise of Patrick Renassia back in 2013. The first thing that struck me was the album's brilliant artwork. The disc

A caricature of Tony astride a classic Harley with his trusty Gretsch sticking out of the pannier bag on the side. The songs, no matter the language are boptastic! A message to any budding DJ, this album is an absolute MUST HAVE to your collection, and one that MUST have some air time. 

This is seriously French Rockabilly at it's very best! Tony Marlow has calved a path for others to follow with this album. Tony's lightning fast guitar licks, razor sharp timing, and excellent vocals you can't go wrong.

Where do I buy a copy?

To order your copy, visit tonymarlow.bigcartel.com or alternatively, visit Rockparadise