urban blues

'....Urban Blues, using electric amplification, emerged in the northern cities of the United States (chiefly Chicago) as exemplified by Howlin' Wolf (Chester Burnett), Muddy Waters (McKinley Morganfield) and John Lee Hooker'.

'Urban Blues evolved to become Rhythm and Blues.'

- from: The Complete Reference Encylopaedia

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Here are a few links to some friends of ours together with other useful and informative sites. Click on a title to open the web site in a fresh window:

The Sanctuary

This is where we rehearse. A lovely bunch of people, terrific rooms and backline all at a very reasonable price.

The Pump House

Watford's premier arts centre and venue of our first ever gig. Just about the nicest place you'll find with the best audience around - and all run by volunteers.
They deserve your support!

Ray Cooper (luthier)

When Paul's SG started showing her age, Ray breathed new life into her. She's now back to her very best.

Thanks a million, Ray - you're a real craftsman!
Creative Development

Jonathan's business site. He's done some spectacular work - especially in Africa.
Harvey Rose

Paul R's business site. The next time you're in Westcliff-on-Sea and feel the need for an eye test, you'll know where to go!
Tight Light

Firm up those saggy bits with this revolutionary collagen enhancement infra-red system.
The Soul Corporation

Sheila's other band...and, boy, are they good! REAL R&B as it should be played.

Check'em out

Hocus Eye

The gallery of MIchael; the photographer for the Pump House (see above). Michael has taken some great action images of us - and the other acts - at that and other venues.

The Knights of Harmony

On Thursdays, Colin hangs up his bass and picks up his cut-throat razor; no - he's not looking for a fight but is a member of the Knights of Harmony, a top Barbershop chorus!
The Heritage Trail

A web site devoted to the UK's heritage sites. Includes galleries of photos, many of which were taken by our very own Colin.
The Blues Database

This links to an American site run by Blues enthusiasts. It's a very exhaustive list of who wrote and played what song.
Blues in Britain

A link to the online version of the popular British Blues magazine.
Rocking The Blues

UK site for Blues fans. News, features and reivews.

Contains a link to a specialist Blues CD online store
Words

Look up the meaning of obscure words or just browse the lists to find new words. The web master is a contributor to the OED and the site is surprisingly good fun!
Currency conversions

Convert any currency to any other currency with this brilliant site. Perfect for your holidays!
Transport for London

See what Mayor Boris is doing with his train set. A very useful tool, nonetheless.
Larry Carlton

See and hear the great man talk about his life, career and music.

Plus a section on how to play like him - if only it were that simple!
Lemonrock

Check out this site for gigs, information and news about local (local to Watford, that is) bands...it's the nads!
Days Out

Stuck for something to do? Kids driving you mad? Check this site for suggestions, information and - best of all - money off vouchers!
Multimap

One of the most useful sites on the web. Shows you how to get from here to there. Use it it to find our gig venues
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Meehan Cartoons

The website of one of Colin's cousins. One of the finest cartoonists in the country and very big in the USA.

  3Greens Restaurant

Sit and watch the world fly by at Caroline's (Paul D's wife) restaurant on Elstree Aerodrome whilst enjoying freshly cooked prime quality food.