Photo by Rich Clark
Whilst being a fictional story, the film A Hard Day’s Night is a pretty accurate picture of Beatlemania.
As I checked into the hotel of the same name I had a pretty hectic schedule ahead of me, vaguely reminiscent of those mad days of 64. After a whistle stop to Beat Wear to buy some clothes, I met the guys and headed off to our first stop, The Cavern Pub for our first set of the day. A year on from our first appearance makes me realise how the band has developed over the past year. Gigs, rehearsals & recording have tightened us up to within a feeler gauge’s width. Time for a quick change of clothes and another windy Phil Dillon shoot followed by some more stuff for the documentary.
Then we commandeer 3 taxis and head off to Strawberry Fields for an acoustic set, the locals and tourists love it and midway through playing, I’m struck by the absurdity and pure joy of what I’m doing. After it’s all been captured by Glenn & Phil we head of back into the City centre for some beer/food/sleep (delete as appropriate.)
All too soon it’s time for another change of clothes; I managed to get through four shirts, three suits and two tee shirts, and head off, Hofner in hand to the Cavern. With Cameras rolling and snapping, David Bash introduces us and bang! We’re off. Last year we blew away the place, this year we perform like we own it and chuck in McCartney’s Live & Let Die. After the second encore, we mange to get back to the dressing room and reflect on what has been another fantastic IPO festival.
A big thank you to everyone who came to see us, including the Lovedays Kent Posse.
I’d also like to thank and give my undying love to Suzie for taking such great care of me.
This Thursday, Earls with the mighty Rich Clarke, bring it on!!!!
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