Come along to enjoy our shows because you will be helping to support
IAIN RENNIE HOSPICE AT HOME and other local charities.

We wish to thank THE BEAT magazine, THE RECORD SHOP LTD
and CHANCELLORS estate agents for their kind help

TICKET BOOKINGS:

Please note all tickets must be paid for in advance. We do not hold tickets for payment on the
door as our shows are now regularly selling out and it is a case of first paid, first served.

BY CREDIT CARD -- From The Record Shop Ltd, 5 Woodside Road, Amersham, Bucks HP6 6AA.
Phone number 01494 433311 (Graham or Rich).

BY CHEQUE -- Please make cheques payable to "The Polish Club" and send your order for
tickets with a stamped addressed envelope and your phone number in case of queries to:
Ian Hamilton, Manager, The Polish Club, Raans Road, Amersham, Bucks HP6 6LX.
Club phone number 01494 727173.

CASH -- Over the counter ticket sales are available from both The Record Shop Ltd and the Club.

Please contact Ralph Gowling on 01494 874916 if you have any problems or questions about the shows.

SEATED VIEWING FOR ALL: UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH THE ARTISTS
LARGE DANCE FLOOR

Saturday, February 13 2010
8 p.m, Amersham Rock'n'Roll Club

(Doors open approx 45 mins before the show)

VALENTINE'S GOLD NIGHT CONCERT

CHRIS FARLOWE, VANITY FARE AND THE BRUVVERS

Tickets £13.50 (or £15 from February 6). See TICKET BOOKINGS section
at the top on how to purchase your tickets.

A sensational Swinging Sixties line-up for you to celebrate the Valentine's weekend -- whether you want to dance all night or just sit, relax and enjoy!!!

It is obviously getting harder with the passing of the years to put original hit-making artists on stage for our audiences, but here we have one of the biggest chart stars plus two of the finest bands.

Chris Farlowe is the man with the powerhouse of a voice that propelled"Out Of Time" to the top of the charts all around the world in 1966.

Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones wrote the song especially for Chris, whose thundering and evocative vocal transformed the number into what is now a 60s classic. Mick believed in Chris and the song so much that he even acted as producer in the recording studio and supplied backing vocals.

The summer of 1966 also saw England winning the soccer World Cup, so "Out Of Time" by Chris and his band, The Thunderbirds,
took on added joyous significance for many people.

Chris had other international hits with the likes of "Satisfaction", "Paint It Black", "Stormy Monday Blues", "Ride On Baby" and "Handbags And Gladrags", a song wriitten by Mike d'Abo of Manfred Mann fame that has since been covered by many artists including The Stereophonics. But Mike wrote it for Chris and Mr "Out Of Time" was the first to take it into the charts.

"The Voice", as Chris is known by many of his peers in the music business, went on to further success and cult status with Colosseum and Atomic Roster.

Today, Chris still leaves audiences spellbound -- a fact not lost on Van Morrison who frequently asks Mr "Out Of Time" to do special guest spots on his shows.

Vanity Fare, still boasting three members with roots in the band's heyday, were huge at the end of the 60s and were particularly popular in the United States where they had two top five hits.

Stunning vocal harmonies and bouncy and catchy tunes are their trademark, like "Hitchin' A Ride" that became something of an anthem for hippies catching a lift to the next "Flower Power" gathering.

"Early In The Morning" was an even bigger hit for Vanity Fare in Britain and their first chart entry "I Live For The Sun" had links with The Beach Boys camp. Their run of hits continued into the 70s across the world -- from "Summer Morning" in the United States to "Rock & Roll Is Back" in Germany.

Eddie Wheeler, Mark Ellen, Bernie Hagley and "new boy" Steve Oakman, son of Pete Oakman of The Bruvvers, know how to get a party going with their own hits and covers ranging from The Beach Boys' "Barbara Ann" to The Four Seasons' "Sherry" to The Byrds' "Mr Tambourine Man".

In 2008 and 2009 , Vanity Fare were highly acclaimed in their own right and as the backing band for PJ Proby, Chris Falowe, Brian Poole and Mike Pender on the hugely successful "Oh Boy! It's The Non-Stop Sixties" theatre tour of the UK. This year they have been chosen for the prestigious Solid Silver Tour.

Completing our Valentine's show line-up are The Bruvvers -- yes, Joe Brown's original group still led by Pete Oakman who wrote Joe's number one "Picture Of You".

The Bruvvers were one of Britain's first rock 'n' roll bands who helped set the path for the Beatles, The Rolling Stones and many other bands from the early 60s.

The Bruvvers and Joe had a string of top 10 hits throughout the 60s. Then in 1970 Pete along with Joe formed Brown's Home Brew which featured Joe's wife Vicki Brown. In 1972 The Bruvvers, under the name Harley Quinne, had a top
20 hit in the UK with "New Orleans". Pete was also a regular member of Lonnie Donegan's Skiffle Group.

The Bruvvers' 2001 reunion concert with Joe Brown

Today The Bruvvers feature Pete on bass/vocals, John Clare on lead guitar/vocals, Pete's son Steve on keyboards/vocals and former Leo Sayer and Thunderclap Newman drummer Chris Hunt.

The Bruvvers' leader Pete Oakman, who wrote Joe Brown's chart-topper "A Picture Of You"

This is a hat-trick of the finest 60s stars who will have you up dancing, tapping your feet or singing along. Don't miss this spectacular concert!

Saturday, April 10 2010
7.30 p.m, Amersham Rock'n'Roll Club

(Doors open approx 45 mins before the show)

JOE MEEK - THE FAREWELL CONCERT

JOHN LEYTON, MIKE BERRY and Star Guest
CHARLIE GRACIE from the United States, and THE FLAMES

Plus Special Guest CLEM CATTINI, the original leader
of THE TORNADOS of "Telstar" fame, BOBBY RIO,
THE SAINTS, THE TRIUMPHS and ROBB SHENTON (Compere).

*** SOLD OUT *** SOLD OUT *** SOLD OUT ***

In association with the Joe Meek Society and Lone Rider Records, we are delighted to present this fabulous three-hour-plus show paying tribute to the legendary Joe Meek.

Joe produced some of the finest records to come out of the 60s -- from "Johnny Remember Me" to "Telstar" to "Just Like Eddie" to "Tribute To Buddy Holly" to "Wild Wind" to "Have I The Right" and many, many more.

Age is inevitably taking a heavy toll now on the stars of the 60s, so this is likely to be the last time we can put together such a wonderful tribute to Joe featuring some of the top artists from the maverick producer's RGM stable who recorded in that now famed studio in a flat above a leather shop in London's Holloway Road.

Rob Bradford, the internationally acclaimed music writer and researcher who has specialised in Joe's story and musical output, has kindly given us this taste of what to expect on the night:

JOHN LEYTON will celebrate 50 years in the music business in 2010. He has enjoyed fantastic commercial success both as a film star and pop singer.

The former includes such classics as "The Great Escape", "Guns At Batasi" and "Von Ryan's Express". In his time John has socialised with the likes of Richard Burton, Richard Attenborough, Charles Bronson, Steve McQueen, Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley!

For music fans, he was Joe Meek's biggest selling solo artist with such outstanding releases as "Lonely City", "Wild Wind", "Son This Is She" and "Johnny Remember Me".

John has a great stage act. The music is superb and he enhances the performance by relating some wonderful anecdotes from his long career.

MIKE BERRY was Joe Meek's "answer" to Buddy Holly. In 2010, Mike will also be celebrating 50 years in the music business.

A great live performer, his act comprises a mix of R'N'R, 60s Beat classics, Buddy Holly and RGM numbers.

Expect to hear "Peggy Sue", "Rave On", "Tribute To Buddy Holly", "Don't You Think It's Time", "Sunshine Of Your Smile" and lots more from his vast repertoire.

CHARLIE GRACIE was one of the very first USA original R'N'R stars to visit the UK way back in 1957. He's been a regular visitor ever since.

Chart-wise, Charlie scored big hits with "Fabulous", "Wanderin' Eyes" and "Butterfly".

A great performer, a lovely guy and a superb guitarist ... the fabulous Charlie Gracie!Legendary TORNADOS drummer CLEM CATTINI was a doyen of the British Popular Music session scene throughout the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. He played on literally thousands of tracks for all manner of artists in every conceivable drumming style. Clem is a remarkably modest man who has frequently described himself as a "musical navvy". Call him a star and he'll likely reply with a wry smile: "No. Stars are those heavenly bodies that shine in the night sky."

Clem's musical credentials go right back to the 1950s. He first hit the big time when he played drums with Johnny Kidd and the Pirates. "Shakin' All Over" was the first No.1 hit that he played on - with the last (to date) being Tony Christie's "Is This The Way To Amarillo" in 2005. No one is absolutely certain (least of all Clem himself) exactly how many No.1 hit records he has played on - but it is certainly at least 46 - which must be an all - time record never likely to be surpassed.

Here are just a few of those No.1s featuring Clem's drumming talents: "It's Not Unusual" - Tom Jones, "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore" - The Walker Brothers, " You Don't Have To Say You Love Me" - Dusty Springfield, "Out of Time" - Chris Farlowe,  "Green Green Grass of Home" - Tom Jones,  "Release Me" - Engelbert Humperdinck, "Everlasting Love" - Love Affair, "Something in the Air" - Thunderclap Newman, "Yellow River" - Christie, "Get It On" - T. Rex, "Grandad" - Clive Dunn, "Kung Fu Fighting" - Carl Douglas,  "When Will I See You Again" - The Three Degrees and many, many more!

Clem has worked with numerous acts including The Bee Gees, Lulu, Lou Reed, Sandy Shaw, the LSO, Cliff Richard, the Drifters, Sonny and Cher, Englebert Humperdinck and Roy Orbison. As part of the Top Of The Pops orchestra for 12 years - Clem backed most of the above in the TOTP studio as well as Gladys Knight, Stevie Wonder, Abba and Michael Jackson. Clem turned down an opportunity to join Led Zeppelin on drums!

For Joe Meek fans Clem is beloved/renowned for playing on all of the classic Tornados recordings from "Love And Fury" to "Granada" - including, of course, the immortal "Telstar"

THE FLAMES are a great 60s/Instrumental/R'N'R band in their own right.

The rockin' Flames will perform their own set as well as authentically backing up some of the solo artists in tonight's show.

THE SAINTS, a leading RGM Instrumental group, released some fabulous singles in the early 1960s including "Wipe Out", "Surfin' John Brown" (a USA only release) and "Husky Team".

Drummer Ricky Winter (veteran of many RGM sessions) is the original member from that era.

BOBBY RIO cut several fine singles with Joe Meek during 1964/65. They are now all £50+ collectors' items.

Hopefully RGM fans will once again thrill to "Value For Love", "Boy Meets Girl", "The Other Side Of the Track" and more

THE TRIUMPHS, named after Joe Meek's very own record label, are the UK's only RGM tribute group -- playing both RGM obscurities and hits. The members comprise RGM experts and music writers.

ROBB SHENTON, tonight's compere, recorded with Joe Meek at 304 Holloway Road. Since then he's enjoyed a successful singing career on the cabaret circuit.

Last year he re-recorded his 1980 RGM tribute "Lonely Joe" to great effect. Robb is also the master of the witty "one-liner".

What a fantastic line-up! Great value for money and a show definitely not to be missed!!!

OTHER EVENTS

Friday,December 18 2009
8.30 p.m, Amersham Rock'n'Roll Club

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL MEGA MUSIC QUIZ

Cash prize of £50 for the winning team!!!

It's "Yo-ho-ho" time as our quiz masters, the three not-so-wise men Adam, Jim and
Alan, put on a spectacular Christmas-themed night to test your knowledge of nearly
six decades of pop music.

Fuelled by brandy and mince pies (and probably a bit more !!!), the "Elderly Brothers" have
compiled tonight's questions with tender loving care since they were almost in nappies.

Ladies, please look away -- Alan flashing his "Yellow Submarine" tie!

They will as usual be playing loads of excellent music, and some less so, but it all depends on your taste!

Expect a cornucopia of seasonal music questions designed to set you up for the festive season.

Entry is £1 per person. We normally look at having teams of four to six people, so make up your own
or come along and we will link you up with other friendly faces.

Remember the winning team will receive a £50 cash prize, so don't miss this fun night out.

All profits to the Iain Rennie Hospice at Home registered charity.

Adam and Jim getting "Glad All Over" before falling to "Bits And Pieces"!

PAST SHOWS

September 2006: Craig Douglas and The Tornados
October 2006: The Dakotas and Peter Sarstedt
November 2006: Mike Berry & The Outlaws and John Leyton
December 2006: Jet Harris, Billie Davis, The Rapiers and The Songbirds
SOLD OUT/ Shadow Music Charity Christmas Concert
February 2007: Dave Berry and The Cruisers and Keith Potger of The Seekers
June 2007: Cliff Bennett and New Amen Corner SOLD OUT
October 2007: Vanity Fare, The Honeycombs and The Love Affair
November 2007: Elvis and Shakin' Stevens Night with Ricky Aron & Good Rockin' Tonight
December 2007: The Fortunes and John Leyton SOLD OUT
February 2008: Craig Douglas, John Leyton, Jess Conrad & Rockin' Horse SOLD OUT
March 2008: The Rapiers' 25th Anniversary Concert with Special Guests Jet Harris, Billie Davis,
Mike Berry, Danny Rivers, Bill Bonney of The Fentones and Kytsun "Cliff Richard" Wolfe SOLD OUT
June 2008: Steve Ellis and New Amen Corner SOLD OUT
October 2008: Chip Hawkes and New Amen Corner SOLD OUT
December 2008: The Rubettes and Julie Felix SOLD OUT
February 2009: Mike Pender, Vanity Fare and The Bruvvers SOLD OUT
May 2009: The Rapiers and The Shakers SOLD OUT
October 2009: New Amen Corner, Mike d'Abo and surprise special guests Cupid's Inspiration SOLD OUT
December 2009: New Amen Corner, Cliff Bennett with Rebel Rouser Sid Phllips, and special guests Cupid's Inspiration SOLD OUT

OTHER EVENTS

April 18 2008: First Mega Music Quiz
July 4 2008: Second Mega Music Quiz
July 19 2008: The Shakers at the annual members party of our host venue The Polish Club
September 19 2008: Third Mega Music Quiz
November 28 2008: Christmas Special Mega Music Quiz
January 30 2009: Fifth Mega Music Quiz
April 17 2009: Sixth Mega Music Quiz
May 2 2009: Seventh Mega Music Quiz
July 11 2009: The Shakers at the annual members party of our host venue The Polish Club
September 25 2009: Eighth Mega Music Quiz
November 13 2009: Ninth Mega Music Quiz

"One of the highlights of my holiday to England was discovering the tiny
but mighty Amersham Rock 'n' Roll Club to see '60s pop stars John Leyton and
Mike Berry, backed by The Outlaws, featuring Colin Pryce-Jones of London's Rapiers,
my favourite band on the planet. A good crowd filled the cozy venue. I particularly liked the pristine sound
and large dance floor. Not to mention two good bars! I left just short of midnight fully delighted"
-- Greg Ogarrio, San Francisco

See map below for location of Club:

Close to Amersham Met Tube station and the mainline
from Marylebone, as well as being near the M25 and M40.

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