Rabid Squirrel

13/11/2021

I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Russ 'Sacko' Saxton today. A legend in tribute band circles, a very talented musician with a wicked sense of humour. A real character gone way too soon and who will be much missed. My thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.

05/06/2021

It has been far too long since my last post. Now that live music is gradually returning I will post more tribute band recommendations as well as some original bands worth checking out. Watch this space.

17/01/2021

Hi guys. Sorry I haven't been very active on here. This is really my page as an occasional gig promoter and champion of the best of the best in the tribute band as well as the cream of original bands that have asked me to help and those that I truly believe need support. The various Lockdowns have pi**ed on that particular bonfire for now....

In the meantime please keep checking what I am up to in my spare time on my Where the music does the talking music blog page here on Facebook. I don't get paid as such as a music journalist. I have been using this downtime to revisit classic albums from the perspective of now and also review new releases. Also as musicians and people whose livelihoods depend on the Entertainment Industry have been royally shafted by the powers that be I have been doing a series of Lockdown Interviews to keep these folks in the public eye.

We will be back for sure!

02/01/2021

I haven't posted on here for a while. I would just like to wish you all a Happy New Year and I sincerely hope that 2021 is better for us all.

18/11/2020

I have been quiet for a while. Another tribute band that I recommend, I have yet to see them but love the social media clips are Chesterfield's very own Rate Hot Chili Peppers. The name alone makes me smile. By all accounts these guys are well worth checking out. I will do and will review them at the next available opportunity.

01/08/2020

Good to see a gradual return of live music to Derby. The Derby Gig Guide is back

19/06/2020

I have never actually seen these guys live but I have heard from many people that Stipe, a tribute to REM are really good. I do like REM so I will make a point of checking them out. For now, though, their reputation proceeds them www.remtribute.co.uk

12/06/2020

I haven't posted a tribute band recommendation recently. So here goes.

Live/Wire are a stunning AC/DC tribute band. Their USP is having two lead singers, a 'Bon Scott' and a 'Brian Johnson'. They faithfully replicate a DC gig covering the entire career and IMHO really are the closest thing to the actual band. Please check out www.acdctributeband.com.

22/05/2020

I love this brand new song and video by Syteria. It is destined to become a live favourite!

A light hearted video... made in lockdown! Hope you smile and laugh with us :)

15/05/2020

Another great tribute band are The Cureheads, a tribute to The Cure. Check out www.thecureheads.com. Please look at this clip of the band performing A Forest https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6jqi7pBam8

09/05/2020

I only discovered these guys via Facebook and am really impressed with what I have heard so far. This Live Stream gig should be good.

Hi everyone!
I have decided, as I have so many songs to sing and also have both full band and stripped versions of some songs, it would be best to do two live streams! The first will be this Wednesday evening at 7:30pm! On this page! Please share! I Look forward to seeing you then! 😁

09/05/2020

My tribute band recommendation this week is the Bryan Adams Experience. A stunning band who I had the pleasure of reviewing last year. They are the most authentic sounding BA band short of seeing the man himself. A stunning gig and great musicianship. Please check out www.thebryanadamsexperience.com.