It's no great secret that The Journeymen are big favourites at The District and it was pleasing to see another decent crowd turn out for the band.

Once again the boys reaffirmed their reputation as one of Wales's most talented covers bands with two blistering sets of power, peerless musicianship and raw blues which this time included an acoustic introduction to the second half - Gallows Pole by the mighty Zepp.

I'm pleased to say that my memory gets a little hazy after that ( well I'm allowed to enjoy myself too !) but I know that Leighton performed a rousing version of Sabre Dance as well as  featuring Phil's magnum opus (or is that magnificent octopus ?) The Immigrant Song. While I'm waxing lyrical about the band it would be a bit remiss of me if I didn't mention the rythym section who hold the whole shebang together with consummate skill and no little style.

I know that the band love playing our little club and I'm sure it won't be too long before our paths cross again. Watch this space.

Once again I'm indebted to Glow from the South Wales Bands website for allowing me to nick a few photos from her excellent website. Most of the images seem to be in focus this week , so I would imagine that our Rum sales are down.

Also great to see Tony Carpenter putting in an appearance after his recent "pull". Take it easy for a little while buddy and you'll soon be back to your boisterous best.

 

Yep, you're right. At the risk of sounding like Ozzy Ozbourne "I can't believe it's not butter"
Oh no... I mean "We Love You".
Our favourite place to come and play - Great place, great folk, great times.
Well happy :)

Another incredible performance, of Blues based Hard Rock, from THE JOURNEYMEN... and even though ZEPPELIN songs feature throughout the night, the way the band interpret them, they make them their own (much like Page, Plant, Jones & Bonham did on their first 2 albums) - as evident on their 'flanged'-out version of 'Black Dog' and stomping cover of 'Gallows Pole'... Not taking anything away from the stunning musicians in the band, but without any doubt the voice of Phil pushes them into the level way beyond an ordinary covers band... Somebody has to put a record out of by these guys as they have the potential of releasing something that even surpasses their kindred spirits - the masters ZEPPELIN and (Sweden's) SIENA ROOT (circa 'Kaleidoscope)!!!... they are that great...:)

I'm delighted to announce that The Journeymen will be performing at this year's Easter Rising Festival on Sunday 12th April.