1st June 2011

 

•    Thanks to Rob Daniels and Sandie McLoughlin for supplying pics of last Saturday.  Why not have a look - you’ll find them on FANSCENE - page 5 and BACKSTAGE/ON STAGE - page 6 of the GALLERY section.   

 

31st May 2011

•   What a night!  Last Saturday at The Railway Club proved to be one of our most successful so far.  First, it was a sell-out; second we have received more calls congratulating us on the event than for any other in the past.  Our mailing list is growing by the day taking on board those who want more of the same.  Thanks to all who came and in particular those who bought a raffle ticket in aid of Mental Health Charity MIND (we raised £93!).

•  Thanks to all who appeared - The Eager Beavers, Johnny Gunner as Billy Fury, Wee Willie Harris and Vince Eager with The Memphis Tones - brilliant from start to finish.  Also many thanks to ever-popular DJ So Rare Record Hop.

•   Unfortunately our regular photographer was unable to make it due to ill-health in the family so as a result we are hoping that those of you who took a camera along will be good enough to let us have a few of your pics.  We will give you a mention if you wish.  Pics can be sent to robert@jamesr55.fsnet.co.uk   Thanks to all who can help.

•   Regarding our next event, nothing has yet been finalised.  We are working on it and will let you know asap (those on the Covabilly mailing list will be notified individually.  If you want adding to the list send you details to us via the website CONTACT page or by calling 077 1197 6497).

 

20th April 2011

•    At long last we’re able to announce our next event.  Bringing together two of the all time British Rock n’ Roll greats -VINCE EAGER and Wee Willie Harris - supported by local band The Eager Beavers and a Billy Fury Tribute by Johnny Gunner seems to provide all the ingredients for a great evening.  Why not treat yourself to what will be a unique opportunity to see this line up on the same bill.  Tickets, priced at £10 can be obtained by calling 077 1197 6497.  Hope to see you there!!  Full details on the EVENTS page.

 

23rd February 2011-

•    Hope you enjoy the video on the website Home page.  It was taken at our gig at The Tank Shack in January.  There are now three more videos of Jack Rabbit Slim to have a look at.  Check them out in The GALLERY section (Video Footage 2)       

 

6th February 2011-

•    We certainly do seem to becoming a successful club with many of the same faces turning up at our gigs.  Great to see you and indeed welcome new faces.  Last night we welcomed new friends from Birmingham who really seemed to be enjoying themselves;

•   Thanks to Johnny Gunner and The Raiders - a great show lads!

•   Don’t forget to check out the new pics on the website.  They can be found in the GALLERY section.       

 

22nd January 2011-

•   First, many thanks to all who came along to The Tank Shack  last night.  An evening when entertainment was provided by the brilliant Jack Rabbit Slim supported by  superb Rollin Rock Record Hop.  More pics in the website GALLERY section;

•   Following on from JRS our next gig is planned for Saturday, 5th February when we will be playing host to Rockabilly Stars Johnny Gunner and The Raiders.  Support will be provided by So Rare Record Hop.  

•   Again the venue for the 5th Feb. will be The Tank Shack in Coventry, itself proving to be popular as it provides easy on-site parking.  It is also easily accessible from the main A45.  You can find full details on the website EVENTS page.

 

20th January 2011-

•   At last!  Pics from the November 12th gig have now been added to the GALLERY section of the website.  Enjoy!!   

 

18th January 2011-

•   First, Dave and the crew would like to wish all of you a Happy, Healthy and Rockin’ New Year!!  Thanks for your support during 2010.

•   Apologies for the delay in putting pics from our last gig on the website.  We hope to do this over the next couple of weeks.  Please don’t forget to let us have any you might wish to be included (jpeg format please);

 

•  Continuing our aim to bring you only the best in authentic Rockabilly/Rock ‘N’ Roll we are pleased to announce our next two gigs both of which feature international stars -

 

 -  Friday, 21st January sees the return of Jack Rabbit Slim.  The last time the lads appeared the evening was a sell-out.  Make sure you get there early!

 

  -  Saturday, 5th February sees Johnny Gunner and The Raiders visiting us for the first time.  Acclaimed as one of the top Rockabilly bands in the country the band will undoubtedly attract a large following.  We look forward to welcoming them to Coventry.

 

Both gigs are being held at The Tank Shack in Coventry.  Visit the website ‘EVENTS’ page for full details.

 

13th November 2010 -

•   Just a quick ‘Thank-You’ to all of those who turned up to see Peter Jackson last night.  Pics to follow shortly.

 

29th October 2010 -

•  Great to be back - and many thanks to those of you who came along to make the recent GrooveDiggers gig such a success.  It was a fantastic night!

As our next event (scheduled for Friday, 12th November) is likely to be a sell-out we have decided to make it all-ticket.  The venue we have chosen (Green Lane ex-Services Club, Coventry) should make for a great atmosphere. We are bringing back Peter Jackson as Eddie Cochran, this time supported by The Kelly Five.

Peter caused a sensation when he appeared at the Fiftieth Anniversary Gig held in January with punters asking for more of the same.  His backing band comprises three former members of Coventry’s very own The Eager Beavers, keyboard player Darren Green (Darren has toured internationally as a Jerry Lee Lewis Tribute act) and a sax player.  All making for a great atmosphere.

 

•   Over half of the tickets available for the November Gig are already sold/reserved.  Full details on how to buy them are given on the website ‘EVENTS’ page.  

 

 

 

2nd February 2010 -

•  First, we would like to thank all of those who came to last Saturday’s sell-out Anniversary Gig at the SQ Club in Coventry.  The distances some travelled to be there (Cornwall, Sussex, Lancashire, Nottinghamshire, North Wales, etc., etc.) proved beyond doubt that the music created by legends such as Eddie Cochran, Gene Vincent and Vince Eager will never die;

 

 

 

•   Every act performing on the night generated an enthusiastic response from the audience:  Vince Eager supported by legends Colin Green and Brian ‘Licorice’ Locking; Ervin Travis and the Virginians remembering Gene Vincent and Peter Jackson re-creating Eddie Cochran pulled out all the stops to create an electric atmosphere;

 

•  We will in due course be adding a few pics taken on the night to the website, together with video clips from the evening.  Feel free to send your own pics (jpeg format please) to us and we will endeavour to include them and give you a mention.  Please call us on 077 1197 6497.  Also if you have any comments about the evening that you would like to share with others then please submit these via the website ‘CONTACT’ page.  Many thanks.

 

10th December 2009 -

•  A bonus!!  Many thanks to Maggie Sampford of MAGGIE’S BLUE SUEDE NEWS’ Rock ‘n’ Roll Magazine for supplying some great pictures of the CC Jerome and The Jet-Setters/RJ gig.  Check them out in the GALLERY - Backstage/Onstage section of the website.

 

22nd November 2009 -

•  Thanks to all those who braved last night’s atrocious weather to come along to a gig where first class entertainment was provided by CC Jerome and The Jet-Setters from Holland.  Also making a major contribution was RJ (who normally fronts a band called RJ and The Phantoms and also comes from Holland).  Just proves that bad weather, The ‘X’ Factor and ‘I’m a Celebrity....’  cannot hold back those who enjoy a lively night of Rock n’ Roll/Rockabilly.  A special thanks to our friends who travelled from further afield - Home Counties, Leicester, Birmingham, etc.

 

• A few more photos have been added to the Band and ‘Fanscene’ sections of the website ‘GALLERY’ - can you spot anyone you know?

 

•  Another ‘BIGGY’ coming up!!  28th January 2010 marks the 50th Anniversary of a truly memorable event when Eddie Cochran, Gene Vincent and Vince Eager played in Coventry as part of a UK Tour.  Also on the bill was Tony Sheriden.  Billy Raymond compered.  Sadly, Eddie died as a result of a car crash at the end of the Tour.

Our own commemorative gig will take place on Saturday, 30th January 2010.  It will be held at The SQ Club, Whitefriars Street, Coventry and feature one of stars of the original Tour - Vince Eager.  Vince will be backed by his own band Rockola.  Als on the bill will be Gene Vincent Tribute Band Ervin Travis and The Vagabonds from France (Ervin is reputed to be one of the most authentic Gene Vincent ‘sound-alikes performing today) and bass player Brian ‘Licorice Locking’.  Brian, who was also on the original Tour has an impressive CV, including playing with Cliff Richard’s Shadows for some 18 months, backing Marty Wilde, etc., etc.

Also agreeing to appear on the bill is Peter Jackson.  Peter is currently touring with the Tribute Show ‘Rockin on Heaven’s Door’, playing the part of Eddie Cochran.

 

 

 

Peter Jackson

 

23rd September 2009 -

•  WE’RE ON THE MAP!!!  Judging from the comments we have already received our first All Dayer was one of the best many of the die-hard enthusiasts had been to.  The combination of four great bands, together with rockin DJs and record, clothing and craft stalls made for a great day.  In addition the weather was perfect.

Thanks to all of you who came along to make the event such a success.  Don’t forget to let us have your pics if you would like them included on this website.  Also if  you would like to send us feedback please feel free to do so via the CONTACT page of the website;

 

•  Great to see Radio Presenter Mike Winn at the All Dayer.  Mike presents his own unique programme which you can access via his website @ www.whatsonthejukebox.com   Why not tune in and enjoy?

 

Mike pictured at the All Dayer

 

•   Have a look at the FANSCENE (accessed via GALLERY) section to see if you we’ve have added your pic.  Who knows?  You might find instant fame!   We’ve also added some video clips of the bands in action.  You can find them via the ‘Video Footage’ button on the GALLERY page.  ENJOY and re-live the moment!!;

 

•  Not sure where to put these pics of the following visitors to the All Dayer -

 

 

 

•  We’ve added a page to the website.  Its aim is to display business cards of those who promote Rock n’ Roll /Rockabilly  through selling related merchandise - CDs/Records/DVDs, Clothing, Crafts, etc.  We consider their activities essential in keeping the true spirit of grass roots music alive.  The BUSINESS CARD page can be accessed via the LINKS page;

 

•  Our next Club event takes place at The Albany Club, Coventry on Saturday, 21st November 2009 when international Rockabilly stars CC Jerome’s Jet-Setters featuring RJ will be appearing.  Full information can be obtained via the website EVENTS page.

 

4th September 2009 -

•  Our first All Dayer grows closer!!  With top international Rockabilly bands confirmed enquiries are being received from far and wide from those who hope to attend.  During the past few days we have taken calls from Bournemouth, Bradford, Swindon and Northampton.   Promises to be a great day.  Check out details on the website ‘EVENTS’ page.

 

18th June 2009 -

•   ‘Awesome’ and ‘Brilliant’ - just two of the comments made by some of those who were lucky enough to catch The John Lewis Trio last Saturday.  A great night - thanks to all those who came along and made the night such a success.  No doubt the lads will be soon be invited back by public demand.

 

•   Why not take a look at the ‘GALLERY’ section where we’ve added a few more pics.  Who knows, you may be famous!

 

•  Hope you can make our first All Dayer on Saturday, 19th September - full details on the ‘EVENTS’ page.  Should be a blast!   

 

 

3rd May 2009 -

•   Pleased to report another successful gig at The Albany where Carlos and The Bandidos provided their own unique style of Rockabilly to a large audience last night.  In support was the versatile So Rare Record Hop (DJ).  Many thanks to all those who came along, many from far afield.

 

•  Why not have a look at the pics taken last night?  You’ll find them in the ‘GALLERY’ section of the website under Fanscene.  Who knows, you might see someone you know!

 

•   We’re now looking forward to our next gig when John Lewis and The John Lewis Trio will be headlining, again at The Albany on Saturday, 13th June.  Full details in the ‘EVENTS’ section of the website.

 

•   Keep up to date with our plans.  If you would like to be notified by email, post or phone of forthcoming gigs please let us know.  Simply send us your contact details via the website ‘CONTACT’ page and we will do the rest.  Alternatively call 077 1197 6497.

 

 

25th March 2009 -

•    Well we’re up and running!  Thanks to all those who turned up and rocked the night away to The Rat Pack.  Check out the new pics in the ‘GALLERY’ section.

 

•   We’re proud to announce that one of the most popular and unique International Rockabilly bands - Carlos and The Bandidos - will be headlining our next event at The Albany Club, Earlsdon, Coventry on Saturday, May 2nd.  Check out the ‘EVENTS’ page for full details.  Hope to see you there.

 

•    The line up for our ALL-DAYER (Saturday, 19th September at The Massey Ferguson Social Club, Coventry) is almost complete  Please to announce that Raucous Records will be having a stall,  offering you the opportunity to review and buy some great CD’s, etc.  

 

 

9th February 2009 -

•  Back at last!  Seems had to believe that we are now in February.  Hope you’ve all had a great start to 2009.

 

•  The good news is that we have some exiting plans for this year aimed at bringing top class Rockabilly/Rock ‘n Roll bands to the heart of the Midlands.  Already booked are The Rat pack and  John Lewis and His Trio.  Full details of all events will be given on the website ‘EVENTS’ page as the gigs approach.

 

•  By far our most ambitious venture this year will be an All-Dayer, bringing together such great bands as Rudy La Crioux and The All Stars, The Hicksville Bombers (a welcome return), The Blueflames and Lisa George and The Pedaloes. Top DJ’s including Rollin’ Rock Record Hop will be doing their stuff.  There will be a record stall and other activities to make the occasion truly unforgetable.  Full details on the event will be published in the near future with tickets being available in advance (we are expecting a big demand).  Make a note of the date in your diary.  The All-Dayer will be held in Coventry on Saturday, 19th September.

 

•   As many of you will know we rounded off 2008 with a great sell-out gig headlined by 50’s/60’s Rock n’ Roll legend Vince Eager.  Vince was accompanied by his own band Rockola with The Eager Beavers providing support.  Feedback has been tremendous.  Thanks to all who came - why not have a look at  the ‘GALLERY’ section to see if your picture is there?

 

Vince Eager in Action at Christmas 2008

 

 

 

 

26th October 2008 -

•   Thanks to all those who came along to the Jaguar Cars Sports & Social Club last Friday to see Jack Rabbit Slim.  The night was a brilliant success with the band playing to a packed venue!

 

•   Although initially not the easiest place to find the new venue was undoubtedly a hit with those we spoke to particularly as it provided trouble-free parking.  As and when we use it again we will try to provide a map beforehand.

 

•   We realise that to maintain our now established reputation of providing quality Rock n’ Roll/Rockabilly entertainment will not be a problem as far as our next event is concerned.  It will be held at The Standard Triumph Recreation Club, Coventry on Saturday, 13th December.    Headlining the night will be 50’s / 60’s Rock n’ Roll legend Vince Eager.  Vince will be supported by Rockola.  Also appearing on the bill will be Coventry - based The Eager Beavers.  Full details of the gig can be found on the website ‘EVENTS’ page.

 

 

 

14th September 2008 -

•   Another great night was had last night when we enjoyed the re-formed Moonshine Boys playing many of their old classics including ‘Sad Case’ and ‘Red Eyes in the Sunset’. Providing a lively and entertaining contrast in style were The Trashville Bombers’  Thanks lads and all the best with your forthcoming trip to Hemsby.

 

•  More pictures have been added to the ‘Fanscene’ Gallery. In fact we’ve now introduced a second page!!

 

•   If the interest already shown in our next live event is anything to go by it could well finish up being a sell-out.  As previously mentioned Jack Rabbit Slim  will be doing the honours at The Jaguar Cars Sports & Social Club, Chorley Way, Coventry on Friday, 24th October.  Admission £5 on the door. Why not join us in having a great evening?

 

 

2nd September 2008 -

•  Just added!! - a couple of video clips of Bill Fadden and The Rythmbusters, taken when they appeared at the Club’s August event in Coventry.  Check them out in the ‘GALLERY’ section.

 

 

21st August 2008 -

•  Despite the fact that the event was held in the middle of the holiday season its great to report another great turnout at The Albany Club last Friday when Bill Fadden and The Rythmbusters provided a night of lively entertainment.  The DJ doing his own thing on the night was the ever reliable Rollin Rock Record Hop*.  Thanks to all who came.  Why not have a look at the ‘GALLERY’ section to see if your photo is there?

 

* see ‘LINKS’ page

 

•   Great to see another ‘Great’ from the international world of Rockabilly when Bob Cotton of ‘The JETS’ turned up.  Here’s the picture of Bob we took at the time -

 

 

 

•  Get ready for another blockbuster evening when Jack Rabbit Slim provides the entertainment on Friday, 24th October.  Please note that there will be a new venue - The Jaguar Social Club,  Chorley Way, Radford, COVENTRY.  In the meantime two other gigs are planned:  The first is on Saturday, 30th August when The Phantom Cowboys will be playing a ‘one-off’ at The Charterhouse Club, Stoke, Coventry;  The second, also at The Charterhouse will be on Saturday, 13th September when both the Trashville Slammers and The Moonshine Boys will be playing.  Pleasing to see that The Moonshine Boys are reforming for this special.  Rollin Record Hop will be providing the evening’s record hop and admission will be £5 on the door.

 

 

 

11th August 2008 -

•  We’ve changed our name!  From now on we’re calling ourselves Coventry Rockabilly Club.  Hope you approve!  Please note that our website address remains the same;

 

•   Check out forthcoming local events on the ‘EVENTS’ page.  There are a couple of ‘one-offs’ you might be interested in.

 

 

24th July 2008 -

•   Due to  the interest being shown in this year’s Christmas Gig at The Standard Triumph Recreation Club it has been decided to make tickets available from Friday, 1st August.  They can be obtained by calling 077 1197 6497 or via the ‘CONTACT’ page on the band’s website at www.eagerbeavers.co.uk   

 

 

19th July 2008 -

•   Local Rockabilly/Rock n’ Roll band The Eager Beavers will be playing this year’s Christmas Gig on Saturday, 13th December when they will be on the same bill as 50’s/60’s Rock n’ Roll legend Vince Eager.  Tickets priced at £8 go on sale from Monday, 1st September* and obtained by calling 077 1197 6497 or via the ‘CONTACT’ page on the band’s website at www.eagerbeavers.co.uk   The venue will be The Standard Triumph Recreation Club, Coventry*.  Should be a great night!

 

 

Vince Eager

(recording the OH BOY Album)

 

If last year’s anything to go by the event will be a sell out so if you are interested in going you are advised to book early.

 

* You can reserve your tickets in advance of 1st September by calling 077 1197 6497.

 

 

25th June 2008 -

•  A new item!  We have now introduced a ‘Forthcoming Local Events’ section to the website ‘EVENTS’ page.  Feel free to send us details of your band’s upcoming gigs and we will endeavour to include them.

 

 

15th June 2008 -

• Covabilly Lounge is well and truly on the UK Rockabilly map!  It’s first event held last Friday proved a resounding success with fans travelling from all over the Midlands (and beyond) to see top Rockabilly band The Hicksville Bombers.  Many thanks to all those who came and in particular The Hicksville Bombers and DJ Rollin Rock who put on a brilliant show!

 

•  A new feature of the website is the introduction of a ‘GALLERY’ page.  Why  not pay it a visit and see if you can spot anyone you know in the ‘Fanscene’ section?  If you have pictures you would like included the simply send them to us via the ‘CONTACT’ page and we will see what we can do to include them;

 

•  A surprise welcome guest at Friday’s Gig was Roddy ‘Radiation’ Byers of top band Skabilly Rebels. Great to see him.  Here Roddy is pictured with Eager Beavers’ Vocalist/Guitarist Dave;

 

 

 

27th May 2008 -

 

• Great to announce that since launching the website seven weeks ago it has received over 400 hits!  In addition Rockabilly / Rock n’ Roll fans from all over the UK have been in touch, many hoping to make the first event on Friday, 13th June when The Hicksville Bombers will be playing at The Albany Club, Earlsdon, Coventry;

 

•  Another scoop is that we have managed to book  Jack Rabbit Slim!  The band will be playing at The Jaguar Social Club, Chorley Way, Radford, Coventry on Friday, October 24th.  Make Friday the 13th your lucky day by taking this chance to see another great UK Rockabilly band!

 

•  Remember to keep in touch with the website.  Hopefully we will be introducing a photo gallery soon when we will be showing pics taken at our first event.

 

•  Finally, a call to all  Rockabilly / Rock n’ Roll bands.  Send us an mp3 of one of your tracks and we will try to feature it on the website MUSIC page.

 

 

 

2nd April 2008 -

 

•  Welcome to this brand new website, dedicated to preserving original, authentic  Rockabilly / Rock n’ Roll in the Midlands.   It’s aims include  -

 

•  Bringing enthusiasts together on a regular basis;

 

• Giving local bands the opportunity to perform and ‘showcase’ in front of dedicated Rock n’ Roll / Rockabilly fans;

 

• Promoting authentic Rockabilly / Rock n’ Roll music at every opportunity;

 

•  Providing members with an opportunity to see bands who rarely play in the Midlands;

 

 

Being new there will inevitably be additional aims as members’ views become discussed and acted upon.

 

 

Membership of the Club is free and open to all.

 

We hope you enjoy the website.  It has been designed to enable easy access to information relating to the new club.  The purpose of each page can be described as follows -

 

WELCOME - a short newsletter keeping members updated on developments and forthcoming events organised by the club.

 

MUSIC - provides an opportunity to hear Rockabilly / Rock n’ Roll tracks produced primarily by local bands.  Bands from outside the area will occasionally be featured.

 

EVENTS - information on forthcoming events organised by the club.

 

LINKS - providing easy access to other sites having connections with the club and Rockabilly / Rock n’ Roll music.  As with all pages this section will be regularly updated.

 

CONTACT - enables members and non-members to send in comments, suggestions and ask questions relating to the activities of the club.

 

It is hoped that eventually we will be able to add a page dedicated to videos and photos of club meetings, activities and bands performing  at club meetings.

 

By the way, why not check out the Club’s ‘Myspace’ site at www.myspace.com/eagerbeaverscov ?

 

 

WELCOME