Punks of a certain age will probably foam at the mouth at the announcement of the original punk. London They are planning to perform a number of new concerts in 2024. Summer performances in Salisbury, Northampton, London and Blackpool were already planned. “Rebellion Punk Festival”And today, they’ve added a concert date for Saturday July 20th at The Hope & Ruin here in Brighton, courtesy of Spinning Chili promoters.
This results in the quartet performing a great debut album. “Animal game” Complete recording of the 1978 work for the first time, including the 1977 12-inch track. “Summer of Love” EP. Punk rock fans can expect to hear favorites from their back catalogue, including: “Everyone’s a Winner”, “Summer of Love”, “Animal Games”, “No Time”, and “Friday on My Mind”.
The band was formed in 1976 (in London, naturally) and the original line-up was Riff Regan (vocals), Steve Boyce (bass guitar), Dave Wight (guitar) and the one and only John. It consisted of moss (drums). Yes, that’s Jon Moss, who went on to trial with The Clash, later joined The Damned, and co-founded Culture Club with Boy George. Most of London’s songs were written by Riff Regan, including his first two singles mentioned above. “Everyone is a winner” and “Summer of Love” Or by Regan and Steve Voice. Interestingly, Henry Padovani auditioned in London in December 1976 and was offered a position in the band, but changed his mind when he was invited by Stewart Copeland to join The Police instead, and there He recorded his debut single. ‘fall out’Then, in the summer of 1977, fellow guitarist Andy Summers joined the Police, and Padovani’s fate was sealed.
London toured extensively throughout 1977, first supporting the Stranglers and then as their own headliner. Their third single release is “Animal Game” Featured on the infamous Sex Pistols edition of the British TV rock show ‘That’s why it happens.’ Presented by Tony Wilson.
The last gig for the original line-up took place on 8 December 1977 at the Marquee Club in Wardour Street, and the band disbanded shortly thereafter.
After a gap of more than 30 years, the band returned to live performance and subsequently released an album. ‘reboot’ It was released on CD in 2012, followed by a vinyl release in 2018 and a limited edition. “Hell of the Leather Mob” Long players continued in 2020.
The 2024 lineup includes original founding members Riff Regan (vocals) and Steve Boyce (bass/guitar/vocals), plus guitarist Hugh O’Donnell and drummer Colin Watterston, who joined in 2007. is featured. This is a rare chance to witness this seminal moment. First wave punk band in action!
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