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| The BloxFriday, 26th April 2008 |
| A welcome return to Riga and this time they are even better. Not only a full set of old and not so old 'Blockheads' hits but a musical journey into the world of reggae with that pounding bass line and seismic rhythm guitar! Ian would have been proud lads.
We were treated to a great set and do try to turn out next time they are here as you are missing a great event.
Colemanballs
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| Otway Returns Sunday 2nd December 2007 |
| Mr O and his Big Band returned to Riga to let us share his 2 Hits and many assorted ballads along the way.
Even the Glitterball was revived into action for his rendition of 'Disco inferno' carefully crafted as his last big hit 'Bunsen Burner'.
It is true that if there are 100 things you should do before you die then seeing John Otway must be one of them!!.
Thankfully the Health and Safety people have not yet prevented his wonderful dive off a ladder and somersault during the show.
A great set and we all enjoyed his passing tribute to Eddie and the Hot Rods...we await in anticipation there rendition of Bunsen Burner! Colemanballs
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| Roxy Magic Saturday 10 November 2007 |
| Yes, Byron Ferrari has returned in this amazing tribute band to Roxy Music. As an avid fan in my youth, yes I saw them at
Wembley when they supported Alice Cooper in '72'. I was pleasantly surprised by such musicianship at all levels. The first set started off with a homage to the
Bryan Ferry single years but the second set burst into life with the early stuff, Remake/Remodel,Ladytron,Do the Strand and more.We had a great night and do not miss them
next time they return to Riga you missed a great gig. Colemanballs
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| Radio Caroline Tuesday 28th August, 2007 |
Strange the reactions you get when you put on a Radio Caroline T Shirt. They range from "I remember them" to "What do you mean, they're still going" and then "Who?" Then all the other questions start. So......
The Marine Broadcasting Offences Act came into force on 14th August 1967. This closed down all the "Pirate" Radio Stations that were broadcasting, except one - Radio Caroline. And Radio Caroline is still broadcasting today. OK, there's been a few gaps in the transmissions - the Mi Amigo sinking didn't exactly help the cause!!
Ah, but does it still play all that 60's stuff all the time? Nope - you're just as likely to hear The Killers and The Arctic Monkeys as you are The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. Although if you do want to hear the best - and worst!! - of the 60's and 70's then tune in at 9pm every Tuesday. There are no play lists as such - the DJs play what they like, which means you won't hear Rap, Hip Hop, House, Garage, Boy Bands, Girl Bands, what is now known as R'n'B, failed X Factor / Pop Idol / Big Brother Contestants, "D" list celebrities etc, that the mainstream radio station DJs are forced to play. Not heard one of your favourite records on the radio for ages? Then get in touch with the studio by phone or email and ask them to play it. If the DJs can fit the song into their show, they will.
You're in a band and want to try and get your music played on the radio? Then send your CD to Radio Caroline. Don't forget, Radio Caroline was formed because the BBC and Radio Luxembourg (the only stations around at the time) wouldn't play records by certain artists managed by Ronan O'Rahilly. So Ronan decided that if he couldn't get his acts records played on those stations, he would start his own. One of those acts was Georgie Fame.
And how do you listen to Radio Caroline? If you've got Sky then tune into channel 0199. If not, you can listen on the internet by going to www.radiocaroline.co.uk Also go to this site to find out more about the stations history, who the DJs are, the schedule, buy merchandise, etc. Go on, give it a go. What have you got to lose?
Why am I banging on about Radio Caroline? Well, you're more likely to hear the music by the acts that are appearing at Riga - and other venues like us - than you are on the other mainstream stations!! When was the last time you heard Thunder, Wishbone Ash, UXL, Waking the Witch and Hugh Cornwell on the radio? For me it was over the weekend, although I must admit I requested a song by Thunder. Wasn't my fault though - The Devil Made Me Do It!! Dave
Update - View this video clip, and help save Radio Caroline
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| The Blox Friday 27th July, 2007 |
| A fist time showing at Riga for the Blox who are a tribute band to Ian Dury and the Blockheads.
In fact they have a 100% approval by the Blockheads and on their performance I can understand why.
Not only did they cover old and later material but also added their own personal touch of reggae riffs including homage to Bob Marley and the Wailers.
The small crowd that evening were given a fantastic set and one can only hope that they will become established Riga regulars.
If you want to hear some fantastic guitar and bass playing then this is not to be missed next time they are here. Colemanballs
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