Posted: 29 November 2009 at 1:04pm | IP Logged

Hey Richard, fantastic pics, the Signs of Change guys look a bit suspicious, am sure their faces came up on Crimewatch !! 

There is also a pic that looks as though Tim is holding 4 drum sticks in his left hand !!

Sounds like it was an excellent show, sad I couldn't get there. But am looking forward to next weekend now.

Thanks for the reviews guys.

Zippy

Posted: 29 November 2009 at 2:01pm | IP Logged

Welcome to the forum psin1963!

psin1963 wrote: And also some great photos at radphoto. How do we get copies???

I'm going to have a word with Peter about this, stay tuned!

I really loved the gig last night. Almost all my personal favourites were played, and as has been mentioned, the energy and enthusiasm displayed by the whole band was absolutely amazing.  Definately 10 out of 10.

Posted: 29 November 2009 at 2:07pm | IP Logged

FOXTON - THE FINAL FRONTIER

These are the voyages of the starship ATF. Whose 5 year, 10 year...35 year mission is to go strange new worlds and small villages off the M11 and rock them.

To baldly (no,no, not yet,) to boldly go where no rock band has gone before.

Checking my co-ordinates I managed to arrive after the crew of ATF had been beamed down and received a cordial welcome from Lt Uhura processing security.

First off had a vivid time travel experience as I was hurtled back to the mid-70's with an excellent few numbers from SOC. I even got the Pilgrim call in first ( I have many previous offences my lord). Since I have made it an absolute rule never to watch a tribute band- these fellows will be my only exception.

With Captain Peter Banks leading on the bridge with first officer John Russell- guitar playing 'entirely logical, entirely rocking'. His still luxurious barnet covering the tips of his pointed ears. Played just like Hendrix, well left-handed anyway.

On stage phasers were on stun as we got a superb set, marked by energy and fun. Seemed to meet their old modus operandi - value for money. I'll let others detail the set as I was too busy enjoying it. Great sound and atmosphere.

The next generation- 'Scotty' on drums keep the engines pumping, can't wait till he grows into the full size model. The distinguished, regal (ok grey) Mr N.Chekov kept the beat moving and the energised Roberto Sulu Halligano served up some piquant tasty sounds to prepare our palates for the later desserts.

The unseen crew of the ATF had worked hard to ensure we got our lengthy treats- thank you.

The band should be rightly pleased with this one- difficult to be surpassed. 

Until the next episode - Rod Williamson

ps I even sold a copy of book-- plug (England Expects Yet Again £8 Waterstones / Amazon etc)

Posted: 29 November 2009 at 8:11pm | IP Logged

Mr Bloke at the back.... sorry, thought you were from Ian Dury and the BLOCKheads !!!! 

Maybe I should stick to calling you PJ......... OK, you know I mean't JP !!

Looking forward to seeing Signs of Change in action next week.

Posted: 29 November 2009 at 9:33pm | IP Logged

Hello

I've just about stopped buzzing enough to concentrate on writing!  Thanks for all your reviews, as you say, huge thanks to Peter, John, Rob, Ian and Tim, you put on a superb and stunning performance guys, thank you so much; we had a fun and fabulous evening!  We enjoyed SoC too, I've never heard that live so a great treat.  Big thanks too to Jonathan and your gang, excellent sound, and not forgetting Sam and Julian.

Thank you everyone for coming, and we're really glad you enjoyed it. It was great to see some of you again, including Timey and Starflight, Richard (again brilliant photos, you coped with the 'pressure' ) and Briony (a star at the washing up).  Also really enjoyed meeting Neil and Rod and all of you.

Finally, thank you for all your kind words (especially Rob!).  It is great fun to 'host' and feels like a great privilege to do it for ATF: I'm sure I'm speaking for all of us when I say, for you guys we have enormous respect and affection!

Looking forward to next week 

Jennie

Posted: 29 November 2009 at 11:55pm | IP Logged

I forgot to say: another of the highlights was "Dark Side".  I don't recall ever hearing this before the release of the "AT2F" CD, and it's a goooooood song. Worked really well live on Saturday.