Carol, Ron and the band are only three dates into the #TPau25 Tour and it's going better than they could ever have hoped for!! They are very touched by all the support.
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| "I'm Here!" Carol outside The Grand Pavilion Porthcawl on the 3rd gig on 18/04/13 |
It's 25 years ago that T'Pau made it big, which is an understatement, on to the music scene. But it wasn't over here they made it big first!! It was America.
Heart and Soul entered the UK charts at number 98 and then disappeared without a trace. The band must have thought it was all over before it begun!!
Luck was on their side, however, as Heart and Soul started to climb up the American Billboard charts!! Before Carol and co. knew where they were, the song had peeked at number 4, and was in the charts for 6 months, going up and down like a yo-yo!!
It must have been weird being 'big' in America, but nobody knowing who you were in your own country. That was soon to change....
As luck had it, Heart and Soul re-entered the UK charts and started to climb. Ironically, the song peaked at number 4 over here too!! This meant the band were on flights to and from America promoting the song, and even Europe was picking up on the song too!!
One thing a lot of people don't know is that Heart and Soul went to number 1 in Canada and was in their charts for 25 weeks!!
Here is the 'original' video to Heart and Soul that many of you may not have seen. This version has more focus on the band 'on stage' and Carol dancing.
Here is the 'original' video to Heart and Soul that many of you may not have seen. This version has more focus on the band 'on stage' and Carol dancing.
I think what attracted people to the track was the fact that it had overlapping lyrics, one of which being rap, making it catchy, dancy and unusual at the same time. To this day, the song still sounds 'cool' and 'fresh' 25 years on and it wouldn't appear out of place in the charts today. It just hasn't aged!!
T'Pau had stamped their mark firmly on the map but the best was yet to come!!
It's hard to imagine China In Your Hand wasn't even going to be on the album 'Bridge of Spies'.
T'Pau got their record deal on songs such as 'Heart and Soul', 'Valentine', 'Sex Talk' and 'Monkey House'.
One track wasn't working on the album and far too much time had been spent on it, so Carol was asked if she had another song. As if by pure fate, Carol put her hands in her pocket and pulled out the demo of 'China In Your hand' and said "well, I've got this?" If it wasn't for that one track not working, 'China' May never have seen the light of day!!
It hit that top spot in 1987 and stayed there for 5 weeks, being the longest serving number 1 of the year. It was also the 600th number 1, and for 2 of the 5 weeks, the quadruple platinum selling album 'Bridge of Spies' was number 1 simultaneously, something not achieved by many!!
The band also kept 2 Beatles off the top of the charts :
Bridge of Spies
The #TPau25 Tour is celebrating 25 years since the quadruple platinum selling album 'Bridge of Spies' was released.
Did you know that one in ten homes had a copy of Bridge of Spies!! That's a lot of records sold!!
As I have said, the band have only done 3 of the 27 gigs, so far, but the impact these 3 gigs have had on people is such a positive one. And so many people are saying Carol is looking and sounding better than ever!!
Take a look at the following 2 You Tube videos :
#TPau25 gig at Buxton Opera House 09/04/13
#T'Pau25 gigs in South Wales; Newport & Porthcawl
Don't they sound great!!
We knew when the tour was announced that Ron was going to do maybe half a dozen of the gigs, but this was subsequently changed to 'all' of the gigs to the delight of the fans!!
We had the original co-founders and co-writers of the band together performing a full set together for the first time in over 20 years!!
Photos taken at Newport Riverfront on 17/04/13
There was talk of Universal Records releasing a package to coincide with the 25th year anniversary that all T'Pau fans could 'treasure'. A deluxe edition of Bridge Of Spies at the very least. However, this, unfortunately, was not to happen.
The Story Behind The Tracks
Carol and Ron decided to put something out under Carol's Record Label, Gnatfish Records.
The CD/DVD package titled 'The Story Behind The Tracks' was born.
The CD includes all 10 songs from 'Bridge of Spies' in demo form, plus 6 songs, previously unheard, which didn't make the final cut on the album. There are 2 other songs, 'Taking Time Out' which was to appear on the band's second album 'Rage' and 'Don't Give It Up' which was a B-Side to 'Road To Our Dream', but was called 'Time Of Our Lives'.
Rare footage is included in a documentary DVD with up-to-date interviews with Carol Decker and Ron Rogers as they describe life in T'Pau in the early days and re-visit the journey that took them to international success.
You can either purchase this at a #TPau25 gig, or online at Carol's label, Gnatfish Records.
www.gnatfishrecords.com
#TPau25 - The Tour
Firstly, click on the link below which will show you on a map of the UK where all of the gigs are. By clicking on the name of each gig/venue to the left of the page, you will be shown where in the UK the gig is, showing you which gigs are nearest to you, making it a convenient way to pick a gig.
Click here for Google Maps
Below is a list of :
REMEMBER :
But you will have to go to a show to find out what I mean!!
The tour continues this Thursday 25th April 2013 at Weston-Super-Mare Playhouse Theatre.
Supporting Acts
Chris Corney
Chris Corney You Tube video
Nick Pendry
He is a Singer/Songwriter/Musician/Performer.
Born on 5th October 1987 in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, this proud 'Valley Boy' was first introduced to the music of the Stereophonics at the tender age of nine. Their influence has played a significant part in Nick's passion for writing and performing his own songs.
It was at Cyfarthfa High School, (the Welsh translation of which is 'Place of the Barking Dog'), that Nick learned to play drums and guitar before studying Marine Geography at Cardiff University allowing him to indulge in his love of scuba diving.
After graduating, Nick became a teacher at Radyr Primary School, but, after 18 months, left to persue a full time career in music.
He has recently performed for Louis Walsh in Dublin and is set to tour the UK and Channel Islands extensively in 2013.
The gigs Nick will be appearing at for the #TPau25 Tour are :
17th April - Newport, Riverfront
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It's hard to imagine China In Your Hand wasn't even going to be on the album 'Bridge of Spies'.
T'Pau got their record deal on songs such as 'Heart and Soul', 'Valentine', 'Sex Talk' and 'Monkey House'.
One track wasn't working on the album and far too much time had been spent on it, so Carol was asked if she had another song. As if by pure fate, Carol put her hands in her pocket and pulled out the demo of 'China In Your hand' and said "well, I've got this?" If it wasn't for that one track not working, 'China' May never have seen the light of day!!
It hit that top spot in 1987 and stayed there for 5 weeks, being the longest serving number 1 of the year. It was also the 600th number 1, and for 2 of the 5 weeks, the quadruple platinum selling album 'Bridge of Spies' was number 1 simultaneously, something not achieved by many!!
The band also kept 2 Beatles off the top of the charts :
- George Harrison 's single 'Got My Mind Set On You' was beaten to number 1 by 'China'
- Paul McCartney's album 'All The Best' was beaten to number 1 by 'Bridge of Spies'
Bridge of Spies
The #TPau25 Tour is celebrating 25 years since the quadruple platinum selling album 'Bridge of Spies' was released.
Did you know that one in ten homes had a copy of Bridge of Spies!! That's a lot of records sold!!
As I have said, the band have only done 3 of the 27 gigs, so far, but the impact these 3 gigs have had on people is such a positive one. And so many people are saying Carol is looking and sounding better than ever!!
Take a look at the following 2 You Tube videos :
#TPau25 gig at Buxton Opera House 09/04/13
#T'Pau25 gigs in South Wales; Newport & Porthcawl
Don't they sound great!!
We knew when the tour was announced that Ron was going to do maybe half a dozen of the gigs, but this was subsequently changed to 'all' of the gigs to the delight of the fans!!
We had the original co-founders and co-writers of the band together performing a full set together for the first time in over 20 years!!
Photos taken at Newport Riverfront on 17/04/13
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| Carol doing what she does best |
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| Isn't it great seeing Carol and Ron on the same stage!! |
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| Carol with fans |
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| Ron signing for fans |
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| This couldn't possibly be a certain Mr Tim Burgess could it?! |
The Story Behind The Tracks
Carol and Ron decided to put something out under Carol's Record Label, Gnatfish Records.
The CD/DVD package titled 'The Story Behind The Tracks' was born.
The CD includes all 10 songs from 'Bridge of Spies' in demo form, plus 6 songs, previously unheard, which didn't make the final cut on the album. There are 2 other songs, 'Taking Time Out' which was to appear on the band's second album 'Rage' and 'Don't Give It Up' which was a B-Side to 'Road To Our Dream', but was called 'Time Of Our Lives'.
Rare footage is included in a documentary DVD with up-to-date interviews with Carol Decker and Ron Rogers as they describe life in T'Pau in the early days and re-visit the journey that took them to international success.
You can either purchase this at a #TPau25 gig, or online at Carol's label, Gnatfish Records.
www.gnatfishrecords.com
#TPau25 - The Tour
Firstly, click on the link below which will show you on a map of the UK where all of the gigs are. By clicking on the name of each gig/venue to the left of the page, you will be shown where in the UK the gig is, showing you which gigs are nearest to you, making it a convenient way to pick a gig.
Click here for Google Maps
Below is a list of :
- All the gigs
- Pictures of the venues
- Links to the venue's websites for more information about the gigs
- And you can purchase tickets by clicking on the links
REMEMBER :
- Carol will be singing songs from ALL 4 albums
- Album tracks (non-singles) will also be sung
- There may be a B-Side or 2 sung
- Ronnie will be appearing at all gigs!!
But you will have to go to a show to find out what I mean!!
The tour continues this Thursday 25th April 2013 at Weston-Super-Mare Playhouse Theatre.
Western-Super-Mare Playhouse
25/04/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Brecon Theatr Brycheiniog
26/04/2013
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**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Cannock Lucy's Bar
27/04/2013
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**Joshy Connor will be the support act**
Rotherham Civic Theatre
30/04/2013
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Leamington Spa Royal Centre
02/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Burgess Hill Martlets Hall
03/05/2013
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Harpenden Public Hall
04/05/2013
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**Chris Corney will be the support act**
Darlington Civic Theatre
07/05/2013
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Lowestoft Marina Theatre
08/05/2013
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Halifax Victoria Theatre
11/05/2013
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Jay Leighton is the support act**
Milton Keynes The Stables
12/05/2013
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**Chris Corney will be the support act**
Rhyl Pavilion Theatre
17/05/2013
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**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Shrewsbury Theatre Severn
18/05/2013
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**Chris Corney will be the support act**
Christchurch Regent Centre
19/05/2013
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Stevenage Gordon Craig Theatre
28/05/2013
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**Chris Corney will be the support act**
Southsea Kings Theatre
30/05/2013
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**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Bishops Stortford Rhodes Centre
31/05/2013
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**Chris Corney will be the support act**
Camberley - Camberley Theatre
01/06/2013
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**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Eastleigh Concorde Club
06/06/2013
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**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Falmouth Princess Pavilion
07/06/2013
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**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Tavistock Wharf
08/06/2013
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**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Budleigh Salterton Public Hall
09/06/2013
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**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Isle Of Wight Festival - Seaclose Park
Big Top Stage
14/06/2013
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Bilston The Robin 2
15/06/2013
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**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Leeds City Varieties Music Hall
16/06/2013
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**Joshy Connor will be the support act**
Here And Now Falkirk Stadium
22/06/2013
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Flashback Festival Clumber Park Worksop
17/08/2013
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25/04/2013
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**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Brecon Theatr Brycheiniog
26/04/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Cannock Lucy's Bar
27/04/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Joshy Connor will be the support act**
Rotherham Civic Theatre
30/04/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
Leamington Spa Royal Centre
02/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Burgess Hill Martlets Hall
03/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
Harpenden Public Hall
04/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Chris Corney will be the support act**
Darlington Civic Theatre
07/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
Lowestoft Marina Theatre
08/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
Halifax Victoria Theatre
11/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
Jay Leighton is the support act**
Milton Keynes The Stables
12/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Chris Corney will be the support act**
Rhyl Pavilion Theatre
17/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Shrewsbury Theatre Severn
18/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Chris Corney will be the support act**
Christchurch Regent Centre
19/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
Stevenage Gordon Craig Theatre
28/05/2013
click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Chris Corney will be the support act**
Southsea Kings Theatre
30/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Bishops Stortford Rhodes Centre
31/05/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Chris Corney will be the support act**
Camberley - Camberley Theatre
01/06/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Eastleigh Concorde Club
06/06/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Falmouth Princess Pavilion
07/06/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Tavistock Wharf
08/06/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Budleigh Salterton Public Hall
09/06/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Isle Of Wight Festival - Seaclose Park
Big Top Stage
14/06/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
Bilston The Robin 2
15/06/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Nick Pendry will be the support act**
Leeds City Varieties Music Hall
16/06/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
**Joshy Connor will be the support act**
Here And Now Falkirk Stadium
22/06/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
Flashback Festival Clumber Park Worksop
17/08/2013
Click here for more info and to buy tickets
Supporting Acts
Chris Corney
Chris Corney has been named as the first support act for #TPau25. He is a Songwriter, Musician and Producer from Bedfordshire, UK.
He has been writing, recording and performing music for over 20 years and has performed all over the world as a touring musician.
Chris has recently signed to London/Nashville based publishing company Southern Crossroads Music. He has produced music by artists such as Ronnie Wood, The Quireboys, Joe Elliott (Def Leppard) and Tracie Hunter.
In 2005, Chris' band 'The Ravines' recorded their debut (and only) album "Manifesto Of a Broken Heart", the strength of this album earned Chris a publishing deal with Complete/Universal Music. The album was released in 2006 and won the hearts of the American power-pop scene, to whom it is still considered somewhat of a 'cult classic' album.
Since then, Chris has released 3 solo albums, all of which gaining critical acclaim.
His current album 'Airways Mansions' is available to buy now.
www.chriscorneymusic.co.uk
The #TPau25 dates Chris will be appearing at are :
May 4th - Harpenden
May 12th - Milton Keynes
May 18th - Shrewsbury
May 28th - Stevenage
May 31st - Bishop Stortford
He has been writing, recording and performing music for over 20 years and has performed all over the world as a touring musician.
Chris has recently signed to London/Nashville based publishing company Southern Crossroads Music. He has produced music by artists such as Ronnie Wood, The Quireboys, Joe Elliott (Def Leppard) and Tracie Hunter.
In 2005, Chris' band 'The Ravines' recorded their debut (and only) album "Manifesto Of a Broken Heart", the strength of this album earned Chris a publishing deal with Complete/Universal Music. The album was released in 2006 and won the hearts of the American power-pop scene, to whom it is still considered somewhat of a 'cult classic' album.
Since then, Chris has released 3 solo albums, all of which gaining critical acclaim.
His current album 'Airways Mansions' is available to buy now.
www.chriscorneymusic.co.uk
The #TPau25 dates Chris will be appearing at are :
May 4th - Harpenden
May 12th - Milton Keynes
May 18th - Shrewsbury
May 28th - Stevenage
May 31st - Bishop Stortford
Chris Corney You Tube video
Joshy Connor
Joshy Connor is an acoustic folk singer-songwriter, recording artist, and music producer.
Born in London and raised in Cambridge, Joshy released his debut album ‘Running’, in 2011, which was critically acclaimed and reached the iTunes singer-songwriter charts. Since the release of his debut album he has also released two further EP’s.
During the past year he has performed over 200 gigs in London, Paris, Jersey and towns around the UK. Notable highlights include Ronnie Scotts, Scala and Beach Break Live. He has also played many acoustic sessions live on BBC radio.
Joshy is an accomplished and versatile guitarist with a soulful and powerful voice. His music incorporates folk, pop, flamenco and blues.
His latest record, Songs of Freedom, was released in January 2013 also to critical acclaim.
Joshy Connor-This Old Town
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The #TPau25 dates Joshy will be supporting on are :
April 9th - Buxton
April 27th - Cannock
June 16th - Leeds
Nick Pendry is the final support act to be named for the #TPau25 Tour.
He is a Singer/Songwriter/Musician/Performer.
Born on 5th October 1987 in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, this proud 'Valley Boy' was first introduced to the music of the Stereophonics at the tender age of nine. Their influence has played a significant part in Nick's passion for writing and performing his own songs.
It was at Cyfarthfa High School, (the Welsh translation of which is 'Place of the Barking Dog'), that Nick learned to play drums and guitar before studying Marine Geography at Cardiff University allowing him to indulge in his love of scuba diving.
After graduating, Nick became a teacher at Radyr Primary School, but, after 18 months, left to persue a full time career in music.
He has recently performed for Louis Walsh in Dublin and is set to tour the UK and Channel Islands extensively in 2013.
The gigs Nick will be appearing at for the #TPau25 Tour are :
17th April - Newport, Riverfront
18th April - Porthcawl, Pavilion
25th April - Weston-Super-Mare, Playhouse
26th April - Brecon, Theatr Brycheiniog
2nd May - Leamington, Spa Royal Centre
17th May - Rhyl, Pavilion
30th May - Southsea, Kings Theatre
1st June - Camberley Theatre
6th June - Eastleigh, Concorde Club
7th June - Falmouth, Princess Pavilion
8th June - Tavistock, Wharf
9th June - Budleigh, Salterton Public Hall
15th June - Bilston, Robin 2
Nick Pendry - Walk For Miles
Here is the promo on-line poster promoting T'Pau & Nick at the Bilston gig at the Robin 2 on 15th June :
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Happy #TPau25 Folks!!
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