30th June 2007 - England - Southampton - The Brook
1st July 2007 - Wales - Chepstow - Chepstow Castle Festival
1st September 2007 - Durham - Stormin' The Castle Festival
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On June 5, the Tesla Electric Company Recordings label will release Real to Reel, a collection of classic rock covers performed and recorded by Eighties rockers Tesla. A second disc of cover songs will be available at Tesla shows this summer, bringing the total number of Real to Reel songs to 25 (the retail version of the disc will come with one disc and will have space in the packaging for the second disc).
Produced by Tesla and Tom Zutaut, Real to Reel will feature 13 tracks, all recorded through a vintage Neve console directly to Ampex 456 analog tape to capture the classic vibe of these legendary songs.
Tesla’s current lineup features Jeff Keith (vocals), Frank Hannon (guitars), Brian Wheat (bass), Troy Luccketta (drums) and new guitarist Dave Rude, who took over for departed axman Tommy Skeoch.
Real to Reel Track Listing:
1) “Space Truckin’ ” (Deep Purple)
2) “Walk Away” (James Gang)
3) “Hand Me Down World” (The Guess Who)
4) “Bad Reputation” (Thin Lizzy)
5) “Thank You” (Led Zeppelin)
6) “I’ve Got a Feeling” (The Beatles)
7) “Day of the Eagle” (Robin Trower)
8) “Ball of Confusion” (Temptations) 9) “Rock Bottom” (UFO)
10) “Stealin’ ” (Uriah Heep)
11) “Bell Bottom Blues” (Eric Clapton)
12) “Honkey Tonk Women” (Rolling Stones)
13) “Dear Mr. Fantasy” (Traffic)
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UFO to Headline - Stormin' The Castle Festival - 1st September 2007 - Durham
Witton Castle - near Bishop Auckland, Co. Durham
Black and Blue was added to the recent leg of the tour along with (and a very exciting addition - Lettin' Go)
As far as I know, 'Lettin' Go' hasn't been played live since the back end of 1980 (Westfalenhalle Dortmund 29.11.1980), unless anyone else knows otherwise. If so e-mail me.
Three Great Video clips from Vinnie Moores Guitar Workshop earlier in the day - MUG store, Gothenburg Sweden
Enjoy
21st March 2007 - Gregory has sent me a fantastic link with one of the best set of
gig photos from Warsaw on this 2007 Monkey Puzzle Tour - Thanks Greg.
As for the show I was deeply impressed. It was my first show with Vinnie and he
was in top shape (as you will hear in the clips) and I was really surprised that
he fits in so well.
Phil was enjoying himself, making fun of Pete ("I'm having just one small sip!
Don't think that I'm an alcoholic like the bass player!"), chatting with the
audience, and his voice is strong as ever. Although it was a small venue the
vocal mix was very clear.
err.. by the.. WAY... Pete still makes the show, but maybe he's no longer that
much up front or it was Vinnies playing that made me pay less attention to him
this time...
(I remember times like the Walk on Water tour, when it was IMPOSSIBLE not to pay
attention to Pete at any second of the gig. He seemed to perform on his one
stage way up front of the others)... But that's not so say he's growing lame,
it's just the problem when you get measured by the standards you once set
yourself...
After seeing one of the best MSG lineups in ages late last year I wasn't sure
what to think of UFO with Vinnie but I went home a convinced believer once
more...
cheers, Gerald
p.s.
I lately stumbled over the following site: http://www.gatorcountryrocks.com/home.htm
looks like Paul Chapman has teamed up with the successors of the original Molly
Hatchet...
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Speaking of Video Clips:
November 09 2006 - France - Istres (Marseille) - l'Usine
We are very sorry to announce that last Wednesday ANDY PARKER broke his ankle by slipping on a wet floor.
After two hospital appointments Andy had surgery today and now has a plate and some screws in his ankle.
Needless to say, he won't be ready to play the UFO tour in March. We are all very upset about this.
After much discussion between Andy and the other bandmembers the decision was taken
to go ahead with the tour and play the March dates with a replacement drummer.
Our good friend Simon Wright (Dio, ex AC/DC) was kind enough to step in immediately - thanks mate!
As many of you will know, Simon toured with UFO on the Walk On Water tour (no pun intended!)
and we're sure you'll join with us in thanking Simon for keeping the tour on schedule
and in wishing Andy a speedy and comfortable recovery.
Get well soon, Mr. Parker!
We all at Misty Green and Blue wish Andy a very speedy recovery and hurry back to the Drum Stool - We will miss your enthusiasm and love for the band.
Vinnie Moore is featured on "Viva Carlos!"
A celebration that brings together incredible and influential guitarists
Eric Johnson, Robben Ford, Eric Gales, Frank Gambale, Albert Lee, Pat Martino Mike Stern and Jeff Richman,
each paying tribute to rock guitar icon Carlos Santana. Vinnie plays, in my opinion, out of his skin, with a sensitive interpretation of this great track, 'SE A CABO' - Go out and buy this album just for this track alone - FANTASTIC
For more details and a sound samples |Great Review here
Added to the 2005 USA tour section - some great photos of UFO with
Jeff Kollman on bass - personal favourite, Comstock Open air Rock festival photos
Wicked Gravity consist of UFO ex-members Paul Gray (pictured above) and drummer Jim Simpson, release a self-tiled album 'Wicked Gravity'
1st March 2007 - Germany - Hamburg - Fabrik
2nd March 2007 - Bad Salzungen - KW 70
3rd March 2007 - Germany - Worpswede - Musichall
4th March 2007 - Germany - Berlin - Columbia Club
5th March 2007 - Germany - Hannover - Musikzentrum 7th March 2007 - Germany - Nürnberg - Hirsch
8th March 2007 - Austria - Vienna - Planet Music
9th March 2007 - Slovakia - Bratislava - Divadlo Arena
10th March 2007 - Poland - Warsaw - Stodola
13th March 2007 - Denmark - Copenhagen - Pumpehuset
14th March 2007 - Sweden - Malmö - KB
16th March 2007 - Sweden - Gothenburg - Tradgar'n
17th March 2007 - Sweden - Stockholm - The Arena 21st March 2007 - Scotland - Inverness - Ironworks
22nd March 2007 - Scotland - Glasgow - The Carling Academy
23rd March 2007 - Northern Ireland - Belfast - Spring & Airbrake
24th March 2007 - Ireland - Dublin - Ambassador
Andy Parker has left a special message to the UFO fans on the Official UFO website
All very exciting with News of touring Russia, Scandinavia, North Germany and hopefully Scotland in March 2007". UFO will also be looking into other songs from the Paul Chapman era to add to the setlist, which will please a lot of you fans out there as judging by my mailbox - Its gotta be the most requested and most commented wish from you guys out there to try and get away from the Strangers in the night set list. The band recognised the importance of those songs by re-recording other great tracks in the studio and released it as part of the 'Showtime' DVD, so transferring new material to the live set is great news for us all.
Tourdates for March 2007
1st March 2007 - Germany - Hamburg - Fabrik
3rd March 2007 - Germany - Worpswede - Musichall
4th March 2007 - Germany - Berlin - Columbia Club
5th March 2007 - Germany - Hannover - Musikzentrum
13th March 2007 - Denmark - Copenhagen - Pumpehuset
14th March 2007 - Sweden - Malmö - KB
16th March 2007 - Sweden - Gothenburg - Tradgar'n
17th March 2007 - Sweden - Stockholm - The Arena
I was lucky enough to see UFO at Bristol and London's Astoria and for me, the photo above sums up both this tour and album release. UFO ARE BACK and back as a band. FANTASTIC.
Since Vinnie Moore joined UFO back in 2003, the atmosphere and creativity has been amazing. No longer does UFO consist of five muscians going through the motions of playing and performing, something rather refreshing. This is a team, a band who enjoy what they are doing through their performance. Excitement was fuelled after the recording of the 'You Are Here' album, subsequent tours in 2004/2005 to promote and then captured on last Novembers 'Showtime' DVD release (go and check out 'YouTube' guys in case you havn't seen it already - although chances are if you visit this site you own a copy). Filled with magic moments both in the studio and live, this DVD gave us all a glimps of what UFO have always been about - Songwriters who perform and exceed all expectations when live on stage .
We all, as UFO fans, knew this was going to be a special tour after Andy Parker returned to the drum stool and recorded 'The Monkey Puzzle'. A fantastic album with Phil announcing on the first track 'The band are back in Town', and back they are. Receiving great reviews, not only here in the UK, but worldwide, this album is a grower. The more you listen, the better it gets. You will not tire of the tracks and without doubt this will become a classic. I read a review from a fan who said he tried to like this album but there were too many ballads and soft numbers and no 'Self Made Man' tracks to be found. Those who have grown up with the band expect a balance, beautiful songs such as 'Baby Blue', 'Love to Love', 'Who's Fooling Who' and 'Good Bye You' are just as much part of the band as 'Lights Out, 'Too Hot to Handle' and Rock Bottom'. There is a 'Self Made Man' track on the monkey Puzzle, the wonderful ' Heavenly Body'. A track that has an amzing heavy intro, with fantastic vocals and songwritting from Phil Mogg. Real atmosphere that is hallmarkerd 'UFO'. Its easy to spot the true fans, and I guess we hope that new fans will listen and explore. A great live track that was played on the European circuit. The Monkey Puzzle is a great follow up to the 'You Are Here' album. UFO should be proud, the fans are more than proud.
You all know my opinion on Vinnie Moore - Let me take you back to November 2003 and I am pleased that my vision and judgement of this guitarist has not only proved to be correct but has exceeded my expectations. There are still die-hard Schenker fans out there. I for one love Michael and appreciate all his has done, but do not let this cloud our judgement on whats best for UFO. Its no use living in the past, we live for the present. Vinnie has done a great job in his interpretations of the early UFO recordings. He keeps the melody and areas that are important to the songs but adds his own personal identity. That's someone who cares about the band, cares about the previous songwriters and cares about the fans. I watched the band perform at the Astoria and fans were shouting to the stage after the encore, 'Stay together'. Theres a ground swell occurring, feedback to this website suggests that this line-up is better than anything goneon before. The last two studio albums come into the top five best UFO recordings, so lets look forward with excitement and anticipation.I have created 'The Monkey Puzzle Tour' webpage for you all. Keep visiting as I will be adding more links and reports over the next couple of months. How exciting is this...
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October 2006
November 2006 CLASSIC ROCK magazine
Page 80 - The Monkey Puzzle Review
UK's Classic Rock Magazine (Issue99 - Nov. 2006) has a Fantastic Album Review by Neil Jefferies
Have Phil Mogg and Friends finally succeeded in shrugging off the baggage of their '74-82' heyday? You bet they have...
... Go out and buy this excellent rock magazine to read the rest of this album review. It comes with a free cover DVD* too!! *UFO do not feature but you can see them playing live here.
Back to What 'Misty Green and Blue' do best - The History of UFO
The Marquee club have a great website. Visit their website, Go to SEARCH and type in UFO. Finds such as:
31st May 1972 - UFO play the 1st of 43 gigs at the Marquee. They are supported by Roxy Music who play their only gig at the club. HOWEVER, after a little research and confirmation on The Marquees website, UFO played earlier dates than the May 1972 gig:
Monday 22nd February 1971 (Distant Jim supporting)
Sunday 7th March 1971
Sunday 14th March 1971
Sunday 21st March 1971
Sunday 28th March 1971
Sunday 4th April 1971
Wednesday 14th April 1971
Sunday 18th April 1971
Sunday 15th August 1971
Sunday 21st November 1971
Monday 29th December 1971
Monday 17th Jan 1972
Line-up:
Alberto y Los Trios Paranoias, Joan Armatrading, Babe Ruth, Caravan, Climax Blues Band, Dr Feelgood, Hawkwind, Heavy Metal Kids, Judas Proest, Kokomo, Kursaal Flyers, Mahavishnu Orchestra, Alan Stivell, Ozark Mountain Daredevils, Lou Reed, Snafu, Soft Machine, Stella, String Driven Thing, Supertramp, Thin Lizzy, Robin Trower, UFO, Wally, Wisghone Ash, Yes, Zzebra
The Monkey Puzzle is UFO's best studio album since 1995's Walk On Water. It is also the first release since Walk On Water with original drummer Andy Parker. If you're a UFO die hard like me or if you're new to UFO this CD is for you.
Submitted by Tony in Wilkes - Barre, PA on the CD UNIVERSE website.
A couple of band compilation releases, More Essential Rock Anthems and Essential Metal Anthems have come to my attention with sleeve notes by Mark Crampton.
I keep on reminding everyone out there that the Misty Green and Blue website is here to record the life and times of UFO. To inform everyone of the bands history, full of archive material, memorabilia galore and a site full of reference material for us all to enjoy and celebrate.
I also plan to upload various 'Band Video Clips' over time, reminding everyone why they should go and see this amazing band LIVE in 2006 as well as listen to their superb music. Firstly we have one such clip, 'Love to Love'. E-mail me your comments and let me know if you wish to see more on this website.
Of course all this also relies on you guys out there who send in your press clippings, photos, hats, t-shirts and any related UFO material. There will be current information also but please keep on checking out the OFFICIAL UFO website for the exciting news. So here we go...
...An early 1974 photo that I personally had never seen with both UFO guitarists, Michael Schenker and Paul Chapman
Confirmed Summer dates
July 22nd 2006 - Germany - Burg Herzberg Festival - near Fulda
July 26th 2006 - England - Princess Pavilions - Falmouth
July 28th 2006 - England - Rock and Blues Custom Show - Derbyshire
July 29th 2006 - Germany - Rock Of Ages Festival - Seebronn
February 2006
UFO to play at the UK's Rock n' Blues festival on July 28th 2006
January 2006
OFFICIAL UFO STATEMENT
We are delighted to welcome Andy Parker back into the UFO family and as you know,
Andy already played his 'first' gig as part of UFO's headlining festival show last November
in Granada, Spain. Jason Bonham is now playing with Foreigner and
UFO wishes him and his band all the very best for the future.
13th JANUARY - UFO announce that they will play at the summer Burg Herzberg Festival in Germany
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AMPLIFICATION
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