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Steve Pilgrim (musician)
Steven Michael "Steve" Pilgrim (born 1979 in Liverpool) is an English drummer and singer-songwriter. He was originally the drummer for The Stands (2003–2004) playing on both the band's albums however he left before the band eventually split up. Following his departure, Pilgrim has established a career as a singer-songwriter, releasing four solo albums to date: ''Lover, Love Her'' (2007), ''Sunshine'' (2009), ''Pixels and Paper'' (2011) and ''Morning Skies'' (2017). He has also drummed for several artists including John Power and Paul Weller. Biography Pilgrim joined The Stands as drummer in 2003 and played with the band for one year. The band were part of Liverpool's Bandwagon scene in the early 2000s and Noel Gallagher was an early fan of The Stands. Whilst in the band Pilgrim played on both their studio albums ''All Years Leaving'' (2004) and ''Horse Fabulous'' (2005) however he left before their 2005 U.S. tour. After leaving The Stands, Pilgrim played with The Cuckolds fro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liverpool
Liverpool is a city and metropolitan borough in Merseyside, England. With a population of in 2019, it is the 10th largest English district by population and its metropolitan area is the fifth largest in the United Kingdom, with a population of 2.24 million. On the eastern side of the Mersey Estuary, Liverpool historically lay within the ancient hundred of West Derby in the county of Lancashire. It became a borough in 1207, a city in 1880, and a county borough independent of the newly-created Lancashire County Council in 1889. Its growth as a major port was paralleled by the expansion of the city throughout the Industrial Revolution. Along with general cargo, freight, and raw materials such as coal and cotton, merchants were involved in the slave trade. In the 19th century, Liverpool was a major port of departure for English and Irish emigrants to North America. It was also home to both the Cunard and White Star Lines, and was the port of registry of the ocean li ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
From The Jam
The Jam were an English mod revival/ punk rock band formed in 1972 at Sheerwater Secondary School in Woking, Surrey. They released 18 consecutive Top 40 singles in the United Kingdom, from their debut in 1977 to their break-up in December 1982, including four number one hits. As of 2007, " That's Entertainment" and "Just Who Is the 5 O'Clock Hero?" remain the best-selling import singles of all time in the UK. They released one live album and six studio albums, the last of which, '' The Gift'', reached number one on the UK Albums Chart. When the group disbanded in 1982, their first 15 singles were re-released and all placed within the top 100. While the Jam shared the "angry young man" outlook and fast tempo of the mid-1970s British punk rock movement, in contrast with it the band wore smartly tailored suits reminiscent of English pop-bands in the early 1960s and incorporated mainstream 1960s rock and R&B influences into its sound, particularly from the Who's work of that per ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Horse Fabulous
''Horse Fabulous'' is the second and final album by English band The Stands, released in 2005. The album was produced by Tom Rothrock and reached 62 in the UK album charts. "Do It Like You Like" was the first single released from the album, reaching number 28 in the UK singles chart and featuring in Rimmel's London Look advertising campaign featuring Kate Moss. Echo Records, fell into financial difficulty resulting in the second single from the album "When The Night Falls In" being cancelled at the last minute. Critical reception ''The Guardian ''The Guardian'' is a British daily newspaper. It was founded in 1821 as ''The Manchester Guardian'', and changed its name in 1959. Along with its sister papers ''The Observer'' and ''The Guardian Weekly'', ''The Guardian'' is part of the Gu ...'' wrote that "vocalist Howie Payne has a way with a tune and enough Lennon-y caustic edge to his voice to make their second album more than just a retro trudge." '' GigWise'' wrote that " ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
All Years Leaving
''All Years Leaving'' is the debut album by English band the Stands, released in 2004. The album was produced by frontman Howie Payne and reached 28 on the UK Albums Chart. Four singles were released from the album, one reaching the UK top 30 and two reaching the top 40. Critical reception ''The Guardian'' praised the album's "spiralling pyschedelia and timeless melodies." ''The Press ''The Press'' is a daily newspaper published in Christchurch, New Zealand owned by media business Stuff Ltd. First published in 1861, the newspaper is the largest circulating daily in the South Island and publishes Monday to Saturday. One comm ...'' wrote that the band "have that Liverpool knack of making melodies instantly familiar yet somehow not too familiar, while the band sounds as if they have been playing together, easy, gentle and harmonious, since birth." Track listing All songs written by Howie Payne. #"I've Waited So Long" – 2:47 #"All Years Leaving" – 3:44 #"Outside Your ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
True Meanings
''True Meanings'' is the fourteenth studio album by English singer-songwriter Paul Weller, released on 14 September 2018. Music ''True Meanings'' has been noted for its stripped-back, acoustic sound. The album's sound has been described as folk rock. Reception According to Metacritic, the album has received a score of 79/100 based on 11 reviews from critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews". Track listing All songs written by Paul Weller, except track 1 (Weller/O'Brien), tracks 8,9 & 14 (Weller/Cooper) and track 12 (Weller/Brown/Doyle).Album sleeve notes Personnel *Paul Weller – Vocals (1-14), Acoustic Guitar (1,3,5,7), Electric Guitar (1,3), Wurlitzer (1), Guitar (2,4,6,8-14), Piano (3,5,8,9,12), Hammond (3,14), Mellotron (6,9,14), Backing Vocals (7), Harmonium (8), Vibes (9), Melodica (10), Hand Pump Organ (11), Bells (11) *Jo Allen - Strings (4) *Rod Argent - Hammond Solo (1), Mellotron (14), Piano (14) *Lizzie Ball - Strings (4) *Natalia Bonner - Strings (4) * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jawbone (soundtrack)
''Jawbone'' is a 2017 British drama film directed by Thomas Q. Napper and written by Johnny Harris. The film stars Johnny Harris, Ray Winstone, Ian McShane, Michael Smiley, Luke J.I. Smith and Anna Wilson-Hall. The film was released on 12 May 2017 by Vertigo Films. Cast * Johnny Harris as Jimmy McCabe * Ray Winstone as William Carney * Ian McShane as Joe Padgett * Michael Smiley as Eddie * Luke J.I. Smith as Damian Plot Jimmy (Johnny Harris) is an alcoholic at a difficult time in life, single and about to be homeless. However, he has the ability to fight and utilises his skill to engage in a dangerous but well-paid illegal bout that offers him a chance to get back on his feet. Production Principal photography began on 29 February 2016, with filming locations including Birmingham and Stoke-on-Trent. Release The film was released on 12 May 2017 by Vertigo Films. Critical response On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 96% based on 27 reviews, with a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonik Kicks
''Sonik Kicks'' is the eleventh studio album from Paul Weller, an English singer-songwriter and former member of The Jam; it was released on 19 March 2012. The album reached number one on the UK Albums Chart beating David Guetta's ''Nothing But the Beat'' to the top spot by just 250 copies. Singles "Starlite" was the first single released from the album, as a download and vinyl 12" in August 2011, it reached #113 in the UK Singles Chart. "That Dangerous Age" was released in March 2012 as a CD, vinyl 7" and download, peaking at #66 in the UK. It was performed live on The Jonathan Ross Show. "Birthday" was released as a non-album download single in August 2012, peaking at #64 in the UK Singles Chart. Track listing ;Standard listing # "Green" (Weller, Dine) - 3:03 # "The Attic" (Weller, Dine) - 2:15 # "Kling I Klang" (Weller, Dine) - 3:14 # "Sleep of the Serene" (Weller, Ibrahim, Rees) - 2:00 # "By The Waters" (Weller, Ibrahim) - 3:29 # "That Dangerous Age" (Weller, Dine) - 2:30 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Rainband
The Rainband were a five-piece indie rock band from Manchester, England founded in 2010 by lead singer Martin Finnigan and guitarist Phil Rainey – who made his name with Peter Hook’s cult combo Monaco (band). Finnigan and Rainey were joined by drummer Steve Irlam (replaced by James Cowell in 2015) and bassist Paul Daggatt later that year. In 2012 Paul Daggatt left and was replaced by Joe Wilson, who then moved onto guitar while his brother Sam Wilson took on bass. To this day The Rainband have released three original studio EP's (‘The Prodigal EP’, 'Fire EP' and 'Sirens EP') and several singles. Their single ‘Rise Again’, a tribute to legendary MotoGP rider Marco Simoncelli, entered the UK Independent Charts at No.9 and remained in the Virgin Radio Italian charts during fourteen weeks, peaking at No.5. Double Superbike world champion James Toseland played the piano on the track and joined The Rainband on stage in Norwich and at the MotoGP in Silverstone in support ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conor O'Brien (musician)
Villagers are an Irish indie folk band and the musical project of the sole long-term member, Conor J O'Brien who is a singer-songwriter based in Dublin, Ireland.. Widely known for his production, arrangements and thought-provoking lyrics, O'Brien currently releases Villagers material via Domino Recording Co. Villagers first came to prominence in 2010 with the release of their debut album, ''Becoming a Jackal''. Released to critical acclaim, the album was shortlisted for the 2010 Mercury Prize and the Choice Music Prize. Their second studio album, '' '' was released in 2013. It won the Choice Music Prize that year and was also shortlisted for the 2013 Mercury Prize. In 2015 Conor released Villagers' third album, ''Darling Arithmetic'', and the following year ''Where Have You Been All My Life?''—a compilation of live reworkings of some of the band's best-known tracks. In May 2016 ''Darling Arithmetic'' won the Ivor Novello award for Best Album. ''The Art of Pretending to Swim'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Moons
The Moons are an England, English indie rock band formed in Northampton 2008 by singer/guitarist/songwriter Andy Crofts. The Moons have released four studio albums; "Pocket Melodies" (2020) on Colorama Records, "Mindwaves" (2014) and "Fables of History" (2012) on Schnitzel Records Ltd and the debut "Life On Earth" on Acid Jazz Records in 2010. History Early days (2006-2007) At the end of 2006, Croft's former band The On Offs broke up. Shortly after this Crofts and Ben Gordelier worked together for the first time, recording bass and drums for former On Offs frontman and friend Danny Connors on one of his projects. As a solo artist, Crofts had built up a collection of demos during The On Offs period, and in 2007 he made a Myspace page (under band name 'The Moons') and uploaded a few songs to gain feedback. Within days Lois Wilson of ''Mojo (magazine), Mojo'' magazine had praised Croft's song "Intermission Rag" a (Joe Meek esq instrumental) in ''Mojo'' magazine. Crofts decided ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Come On/Let's Go
''As Is Now'' is Paul Weller's eighth studio album. Released in October 2005, it reached 4 in the UK charts. The singles from the record were "From The Floorboards Up" (charted at No. 6), "Come On/Let's Go" (charted at No. 15), "Here's The Good News" (charted at No. 21) and the four track "The As Is Now EP" (which included "Blink And You'll Miss It") which did not qualify for the charts and was only released on 7-inch. The CD+DVD edition includes studio footage of "From The Floorboards Up" and "Here's The Good News", the videos of "Come On/Let's Go" and "From The Floorboards Up" and the film "As Is Now". A limited edition double CD was released around the time of the 2006 Brit Awards, for which Paul was nominated. The second disc contained four tracks ("From The Floorboards Up", "Come On / Let's Go", "The Changingman", and "Town Called Malice") recorded live on 5 December 2005 at the Royal Albert Hall in London, England. "Come On/Let's Go" appears in the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
