Im sorry to report that Mark Loyd (born Nigel Basham), the lead singer with the Monotones and Treetops passed away on April 4, 2012, after fighting cancer for seven years. Just found your 2010 account of the music scene in Southend in the 60s. History. FaRaFEIT marathon; former exams I took on another organist, but this time someone who could sing as well. Charles Lewis Tiffany's passion for acquiring rare and unusual gemstones paved the way for Tiffany & Co.'s longstanding legacy of discovery and exploration, establishing the company's reputation as a world-renowned jeweler. I often stayed with him and his parents as I didnt live in the Southend area. That was a good move for me as Brian had bought a Gibson 175 semi acoustic guitar and he loaned that to me as well, I could not put it down it was fantastic to play, you must have been very trusting, but I cant tell you how chuffed to bits I was to get to use some great gear at the time. 1 . They used to work in a factory called Herrmanns (making cabinets) during the 1960s and did quite well during their time together x, I remember Tiffanys at Wimbledon in the 60s ! I was also a classmate of Nigels and Colin at WHSB and I can remember the very early times, in the small school gym., when Nigel was drummer Brian was guitar and If Im correct the first lead singer was a boy (as we all were then) called David Tripcanny, not sure of that spelling. His Father was a very accomplished carpenter and made Peters first bass. Sometime prior to the release of Its Great our record company Pye arranged for us to meet with a young man who was promoting their artists. I remember Lionel from the Estuary Gym, as I trained there. Unsubscribe Description. As such, the Wimbledon Foundation, the official charity of the Club and The Championships, has increased its Coronavirus Fund to 1.5m (from 1.2m). I was struck by the artwork and how creative it was then. He heard our run through and suggested that perhaps he could play the piano on the recording, which he did. Hi Brian This is my second attempt at a catch up be good to have a reply. http://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/432/exhibition_to_showcase_southends_rich_musical_heritage . It was while we were at Alexanders that Mark went to Gibraltar and won The Gibraltar Singing Contest, this was like a mini Eurovision Song Contest. Cliff was big and cool then. And a belated thanks for all the great music. We rehearsed a lot of easy listening music to impress the Mecca directors, who would not have appreciated too much heavy material. A fairly decent snooker player.I never did manage to beat him. Share. Brian Alexander played guitar as well as Jim (didnt know his surname) Pete played piano and Nigel Basham was on drums and also was lead vocals. "A blend of mature British Wine and Fine Malt Whisky" no wonder my head hurt. Played pool at the BrickSaw loads of mates from skool.Had 2 Martinis came home at 11.00 pm. Hello, I am presently writing an encyclopedia of 60s U.K. Groups and was doing research on Tim Gentle & His Gentlemen when I came across this wonderful website and saw a message from Tims sister. Save. Mark Loyd (Nigel Basham) was the loveliest person one could meet. One of demos we recorded was a song titled Nice Legs Shame About The Face This demo found its way into the charts, I believe by a group called The Monks. 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. Captions are provided by our contributors. Not much singing required in sculpture and pottery: fortunately. Play over 320 million tracks for free on SoundCloud. The home of Tennis on BBC Sport online. I have to stop me now from getting carried away: let me say so: In this year I saw them ALL. I left in 1961 to go to University to read Engineering as I could not see that music was a profitable career. My days as an estate agent came to an end when we went to Tiffanys. These days I too play here and there for my own Amazement as well. Hello Roy Sorry Ive not replied earlier due to unexpected busy diary. The Elms was our local haunt Tuesdays and Thursdays and every other Saturday as I recall 1 shilling and sixpence om Tuesdays and two bob on Thursdays. Cant tell you too much about him except that I was told he became a car dealer in South London. But all the other rocknrollers came thanks to the plugging by the new English groups. Regards and Best Wishes Pete Stanley ( The Monotones ). So many of us have been driven nearly crazy for years trying to identify that song from that very (repetitive) scene. Mark and Kit sang lead on this and I sang lead on the flipside, a cover of The Moody Blues Gypsy. The Elms, The Halfway House and also The Cricketers and London Hotel. Went to Tiffanys. Hi Pete, I was interested in your comments about our supposed recording of When will I be Loved and as I am pretty much house bound at the moment due to the snow etc. Dinner at Tiffany's, by Ed Waiter, Editor of Cuisine In order to finance moving from Edinburgh to London, Ian was offered and took a job playing in an Edinburgh nightclub called Tiffany's. In contrast to all the bands he had been part of in the past, this was well paid! . We both promised to keep in touch but unfortunately we didnt. I used to see you also at the old London Hotel for the Barracudas gig on Thursday nights: everyone really was there, cos Teddy Knot and the boys were the leaders of the pack at that time. Wallpaper Engine > Workshop > DahSharky's Workshop . Tiffanys Club and Gullivers People chat. Marriage and business called me: and I became a husband in early 1964. Went to town with Sam at 2.00 pm. And now the lowdown on the early years of the Monotones. He is frontman for a local group in Dorset who,s genre is punk/heavy metal/rap (OH,IT MAKES ME FEEL SO OLD!!! Unfortunately, one young guy over-tuned on beer decided to misbehave and after Lionel had warned him a couple of times, this fool decided to get physical: rather large and stupid mistake. Latterly consulted for Rover, Honda and Toyota. This was to prove important in the future as he was adept at seeking new opportunities and with Pete as lyricist wrote several of our initial recordings. He is going to the Dr. tomorrow cos he cannot breathe properly nor swallow.Fi phoned. Having played in various groups (In those days, a band was a large group of people who played a large variety of disparate instruments! Its surprising what you suddenly remember at 3 in the morning whilst spending a pennyand not always the good things.in fact a bit of a nightmare from a performance at The Elms!! His third single When Im Gonna Find Her was released in 1966 and has since become a collectors item. I was pleased and interested to hear about The Mustangs and hope maybe we could all meet up. Lastly, Id like to know how I might obtain a photo of the group for inclusion in the book. Im pleased to say that all members of the Mustangs are still alive and kicking a third playing reunion of the original band members was held at the Creeksea Ferry Inn on Wallasea Island on 14th August 2010 and, as Mick Reads indicated, our present Rayleigh-based band (called Full Circle for obvious reasons) which I joined as lead singer on my early retirement from international banking in 1995, includes two, and occasionally three, members of the Mustangs, Mick, Keith Chesher and myself. It turns out to be a demo recorded before their first Pye 45, released in the U.S. without the groups knowledge! Went to his house.Train was late had to wait hour. Tiffany Hill. It was originally a cinema I believe in the 50s, then it was a nightclub called the Moulin Rouge. Nigel Basham : I was responsible for his Mark Lloyd stage tag. Although I was never in a band, I followed the Southend groups around the local venues and it was great to be reminded of them The Elm, The London, The Palace, Whitehall and Snakes Lane, Eastwood. I joined them around 1966 on guitar- I was playing a Harmony H75 when I joined & changed shortly to a Gretsch Tennessean. Anyone can find this group. We were working four and sometimes five or six nights a week and still all had day jobs. Anyway, encouraged, I wound back my mental clock to the early 1960s. But Britain's Daily Telegraph reported Friday: "All expectations suggest that the AELTC will lower the . Im pretty sure he was. Its worth checking out his website on http://www.popset.com.au, Dont Worry Baby/ I Remember. The Watermill in Surrey and Bentleys near Chessington just off the A3. Best regards. Mark had also taken on the roll as the club manager, looking after the day to day running of the club. He said that when he finds time he will upload a selection onto this website, I look forward to that. Just a final few memories to add of my time at Alexanders before I got a proper job. Hope this clears this clears up a few things for you. This was a great article and brought back so many memories of the 60s when i was in such bands as the flowerpots with wilko johnson,the krestas,my first band,and the spooks,great days. Hi Chris, So good to hear that someone remembers us!! He was a very fast sprinter, a good Rugby player and even when the band was playing six nights a week he managed to play in goal for a London Football team. Tiffanys was designed in a Polynesian style with fake palm trees, lots of foliage and twinkling stars covering the ceilings. If you are ever in Australia look me up the only Payze in NSW! . And years later in the early 70s, Gerry Poore, the Klansmens bassist came to work for me. Gary played a brilliant drum solo during The Shads number Little Bee which gave the rest of us a chance to get to the bar. . All but Elvis who did not come. It was good to hear from you and so pleased you stayed in the business, I thought you would as you were so passionate about your music. I have been coming to Sydney every year since 1996 and saw Nigel every time I was here. Following our successful audition as The Monotones for the residency at the new Tiffanys in Wimbledon, the grand opening night was set for mid April 1966. In 1962 the Mustangs were formed with Phil Thomas (lead vocals), Bob Church (rhythm), Adrian Philpott (lead guitar), Keith Chesher (drums) and myself (bass guitar and keyboards). Ian is now an eminent ceramicist. 152. Dundee's largest nightclub was given a new lease of life last year when it was taken over and turned into 1980s and 1990s themed Club Tropicana and Vogue. My father was a photographer in the 60s and captured many of the bands playing at the Odeon in Southend during 63-65, including the Whirlwinds. I am sorry to hear Gary died, the last time I saw him, his Son came into my shop to buy some drums, I think in the 80s, saying his Dad would come in and sign the HP forms to buy them, and later that day in walks Gary, apparently his office was one block up from my shop, it was great to see him. He was obviously successful, as we not only got the job, but two years later he married Irene Donovan! The club closed its doors in 2014 and the building . To most of the audience this was hilarious, but we were told that head office did receive one complaint! I remember having an important gig to do but our equipment was very sad, and when I mentioned this to Brian, he said Thats OK you can borrow our equipment I was yet again over the moon. Although we all attended the same school, I first became aware of Brian during a school trip to Germany in 1958. This would have been late 50s. We got our gigs through agencies, doing eight or more sessions a week in pubs and clubs around London. Sam phoned at 3.30 & 5.15 pm. Bev at Tiffanys & Toby InnSam did not go to the Drs (coward)Fi is back at school. Through Selmers, I had got dep jobs with bands such as Joe Loss, Dizzy Gillespie, and the infamous Geraldo cruise ship bands. My name is Judi and I was a waitress at Tiffanys. Another tale. Hughes wanted not only the beer sales but the gate too. Jim. Would be delighted to supply a CD if you email me direct at pncstanley@talktalk.net and Ill give you details. I emailed him and still have his reply on file and we agreed that if ever I was in Sydney I would look him up. I retired from the band in 1980 and moved back to Southend in 1999. honeywell torrance closing; juliet lea hillman simonds; raj k nooyi net worth. We booked in to some budget accommodation and went out to check out the famous red light district and clubs. Mark Loyd backed by the Monotones with session musicians: Your email address will not be published. We also had a Vernon J. Smith who played the G-banjo in those days. Jim or I will contact you during the weekend and as I am now in Surrey perhaps we could find a common meeting ground. BTW, Tim: Cliff still owns the Swedish Strat look-a-like Hagstrom he purchased from you! Almost everyones gear was home brewed in those far off days: my first serious amp was constructed from an old radiogram, given me by a relative: and the case was made of massively solid ply of about 1/2 thick, which was old partitions dating back to the 1930s from the building I worked in in the City from circa 1958 for a spell. They didnt sellalcohol in that bar but they had an over 18s bit so guess where me and my mates ended up? This immediately put the rest of the strings out of tune and likewise his guitar solo. A Pavlov Dogs learned behaviour situation. I started to deputise a few evenings to another guitarist so I could stay home more. To read the full history of the group and its change to the Treetops, read through the comments below. The Ailsa Five used to meet and practice (If the caterwauling noise could be so dignified!) He said that he had survived for seven years with the illness and a few more weeks would be no problemsadly he didnt make it. Talk about a trip down memory lane. This meant there was no break in the entertainment. Brian stopped playing with the group as his businesses were commanding so much more of his time. Your Tiffany purchase comes wrapped in our Blue Box packaging. Hi Alan, yes I do remember the great times we had at Tiffanys and Alexanders.if you remember it was myself and Nigel who nicknames you Fugley ( because you were too good looking! ) Watta ya mean what relationship .. what we have stryck up a relationship, now that is worse than I thought!!!! During our final studio rehearsal prior to the take Gene Pitney dropped in to speak to Bill Farley, the resident studio engineer. Promo shot for Now Waiting, from left: Jim Eaton, Brian Alexander, Gary Nichols and Pete StanleyMark Loyd backed by the Monotones with session musicians: Parlophone R 5277 -I Keep Thinking About You / Will It Be the Same (1965) Parlophone R 5332 Everybody Tries / She Said No (1965) Parlophone R 5423 When Evening Falls / When Im Gonna Find Her (March 1966), Note that all his solo releases spell his last name Loyd, Parlophone R 5628 Dont Worry Baby / I Remember (1967 also released in the U.S. on Tower 388) Parlophone R 5669 California My Way / Carry On Living (Feb. 1968), Columbia DB 8727 Mississippi Valley / Man Is a Man (1970) Columbia DB 8799 Without the One You Love / So Here I Go Again (1971) Columbia DB 8934 Why Not Tonite / Funky Flop-Out (Oct. 13, 1972) Columbia DB 9013 Gypsy / Life Is Getting Better (Aug 3, 1973). I . I remember Brian Clarke who used to transport your gear around and I used to help him on many occasions in fact I went with him to Brians 21st birthday party in Mill Hill if recall correctly. So sorry to hear about Gary he was a brilliant drummer. Kit took a job with another Mecca band, which left Mark, Tony and myself as the new clubs resident group. Small world. We also ran dances at the Southend Cliffs Pavilion and would support invited hit parade bands and solo artists who did guest appearances. I will be home mid May and we should get in touch. Just a few names which I havent seen mentioned from the Southend scene of the early/mid 60s. I think I still have it stashed away somewhere. Having compiled a home-made CD of all our recordings for my most loyal fans, namely my kids, Matt, Chris and Chloe and their families, it occurs to me that some people logging onto this website may be interested in obtaining a copy. Strat cranked up. he has only stopped performing himself in the last 5 years and now just manages. Of course I also caught up with Mark as I try to do most years. I was responsible for his stage nameThurston Crane. I suppose the only remaining members of The Treetops Appreciation Society are ourselves and families! We knew this was going to be an important night for us, as several Mecca directors would be there. Hi Graham. The comment about Seven Up is brilliant and I am going to write to the BBC to try and find a copy, so thank you for posting. Amp on 11. The best Nightclub in Wimbledon back in the day. I read your information above What about your final rendition every evening MONEY !! Bert used to knock my socks off when they did Buddy Hollys Look at Me and Bert would play Chet Atkins Peanut Vendor as the solo! Im not a good flyer but perhaps one day Christine and I will take a slow boat ! Later in the 60s I often used to bump into Lionel: and in 1968> for a bit, I also used to train at the old Estuary Gym. Nama kecamatan ini diambil dari nama Pasar Minggu yang ternama tersebut. Brian was great at playing like Hank Marvin whilst doing The Shadows steps with myself and Pete. Monday and Wednesday evenings were trad jazz nights with acts like Chris Barber and Acker Bilk. Are you out there Joyce? Would that be possible? I guess he would want to forget this. 56. The Ivy League who were enjoying chart success with Tossing and Turning refused to go on stage if we sang any of their numbers which they had heard us rehearse.
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