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May |
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08 - 05 |
BEDWORTH CIVIC REVIEW |
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Tony Parrott from the 'Heartland News' was in at the Civic Hall in Bedworth last month to review our latest show. Click on REVIEW and check it out.
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02 - 05 |
KEITH & CRAIG |
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Our two Guest Musicians Keith Buck and Craig Wainwright have been added to the Profiles page. Click on PROFILES for details.
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02 -05 |
NEW GALLERY NOW OPEN |
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PicLens is a fantastic new way to view pictures on line. Click on GALLERY and check out our brand-new photographs from 'Take It Easy To 'Eden'. Download PicLens and have fun.
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April |
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30 - 04 |
PROBLEMS OF SUCCESS |
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You have no doubt been experiencing problems in connecting to our web-site over the last couple of days. Well, it appears that we had insufficient 'Band Width'. Jonny-Mac, who looks after our site informs us that over the last year, the number of hits we have received, (ie: the number of times that people have logged on and/or downloaded mp3's or pics) multiplied ten fold. Consequently we simply ran out of space. We have now purchased some more 'Band Width' space and hopefully this has solved the problem. We apologise for the inconvenience but look forward to having the same problem again soon.
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26 - 04 |
MR KYPS CANCELLED |
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Due to circumstances beyond our control, the gig at Mr Kyps in Poole that was scheduled for Sunday 15th June has been CANCELLED. We apologise for any inconvenience.
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03 - 04 |
TALON STORY UPDATED |
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The latest chapter in the Talon Story 'Alvaston Hall' is now available.
Click on HISTORY.
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March |
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31 - 03 |
NEW T-SHIRTS |
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The Talon shop is now open for business and the new 'Take It Easy To 'Eden' tour t-shirts for guys n' gals are now in stock. Click on SHOP for details.
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27 - 03 |
FAQ's UPDATED |
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The 'Frequently Asked Questions' have been updated. Just click on FAQ's.
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20 - 03 |
WE'RE READY |
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Production Rehearsals for 'Take It Easy To 'Eden' were brilliant. We are all really looking forward to this one. A special Thank You to our fantastic guest musicians Keith Buck and Craig Wainwright for all their hard work with their superb contributions in putting a whole new show together. Finally, we have decided to include Jonny's version of 'Love Will Keep Us Alive' in the set. Yes, we're tinkering already and the tour has not even begun. We now chill out over Easter and await the Opening Night in Taunton with great excitement.
Bring it on... We're ready.
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20 - 03 |
LIVERPOOL TICKET DEAL |
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The Liverpool Arena gig on the 26th April is selling fast with around 2,000 already sold. The Promoter has informed us of a ticket deal for the remaining seats.
* £3 disc per ticket when 10 or more are purchased as a group.
* A £3 disc per ticket for both Students & OAPs by proof of status.
Please note that these discounts can only be applied by telephone bookings through the normal tel no: 0844 8000 400
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08 - 03 |
TALON LAND MAJOR PLAYER |
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After an exhaustive search of over three months and sixty prospective candidates, Talon are thrilled to announce that Keith Buck of Wishbone Ash will be our special guest musician throughout 2008.
"After three great years, I did not believe that there was anything that could tempt me away from Wishbone Ash. However, when the chance came to play the music of the Eagles with such a superb band as Talon, I knew that this was an opportunity that I could not let slip away", said Keith.
Keith will feature on Pedal Steel, Acoustic & Electric Guitars plus Keyboards, Mandolin, Banjo and Background Vocals. Come and say hello to our new star. See you all soon on... Take It Easy To 'Eden.
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08 - 03 |
SET LIST FOR 'EDEN |
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Well folks, rehearsals are going great and we are all very up and looking forward to getting back on the road with our new show. Here as promised is the new set list for the forthcoming tour. No doubt as always it will be tweeked and tinkered with during the first couple of weeks but this is where we intend to start...
PART ONE
1.How Long
2.Busy Being Fabulous
3.Best Of My Love
4.Peaceful Easy Feeling
5.One Of These Nights
6.I Can't Tell You Why
7.Pretty Maids All In A Row
8.Desperado
9.Seven Bridges Road
10.One Day At A Time
11.Hotel California
PART TWO
1.I Dreamed There Was No War
2.No More Walks In The Wood
3.Doolin-Dalton
4.Tequila Sunrise
5.The Last Resort
6.New Kid In Town
7.Take It To The Limit
8.Love Will Keep Us Alive
9.Lyin' Eyes
10.Somebody
11.Witchy Woman
12.Life In The Fast Lane
13.Heartache Tonight
ENCORES
1.Long Road Out Of Eden
2.Take It Easy
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02 - 03 |
TALON TALK |
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Issue #20 of TALONtalk will be going out this week. If you want to receive a free copy simply click on JOIN and fill in the form and don't forget to give your full postal address. If you are already on the mailing list there is no need to join again.
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February |
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08 - 02 |
OPENING NIGHT SELLING FAST |
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We are yet to go into rehearsals for our new show for the forthcoming tour, Take It Easy To 'Eden' and the Brew House in Taunton has already almost sold out on both the opening nights. WOW! Looks like we better make sure we're ready for this one. By the way, we will be posting this tours set-list on the site very shortly. Massive THANKS as always for your incredible support. See you all soon.
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05 - 02 |
JAZZ LINES |
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On Friday the 29th of February at the ‘Pokey Hole’ in Moira, South Derbyshire Chris Lloyd will be presenting ‘Jazz Lines’. Those of you that attended Chris’ 50th Birthday bash last year will know that he has a great affection for performing ballads and jazz/swing numbers. From Cole Porter and George Gershwin to Donald Fagen and George Benson, the whole genre of jazz will be explored by the Talon singer. The band will feature Talon's own Simon Millest on drums with regular jazz players Alan Warner (piano) and Bill Coleman (bass) and completing the line-up will be special guest and good friend Andy Coyle on tenor sax. The ‘Pokey Hole’ is situated just off the M42 (junction 11).
Tickets are available NOW on … 01283 760265
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January |
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31 - 01 |
TALON VIDEO |
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Anni has given the web-site its annual makeover. As well as the new colour scheme there is also a brand-new feature. The Talon Video features the boys performing Witchy Woman at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen last November. The PROFILES page has also been updated with new crew member Dan Mepham. Over the coming weeks, all the other pages will also be updated including the latest chapter in the Talon Story.
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29 - 01 |
BUXTON OPERA HOUSE |
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The next gig is on Thursday 7th February at the beautiful Buxton Opera House. Talon will be joined that night by guest musicians Andy Coyle, Tracy Neale and Craig Wainwright. The show will start at 7-30PM and the Box Office number is 08451 272190. See you there.
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27 - 01 |
SO LONG DEREK |
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After over three years the outstanding Pedal Steel talent of Derek Thurlby will tomorrow night be playing his last gig as Talon’s resident guest musician. Over the years Talon have used many Pedal Steel players and many guest musicians and we have been very lucky to be able to secure his talent for such a long time. We are however thrilled that Derek has agreed to come and join us from time to time throughout the coming year . In the meantime we wish him the best of luck in finding the position where his heart truly lies – in the traditional country music scene.
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17 - 01 |
THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW |
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With still over a week to go the 10th Anniversary Show at our spiritual home venue,
the Robin 2 has completely… SOLD OUT.
All the invitations have gone out and we are thrilled to announce that most of them have been accepted. The present line-up of Jonny Miller, Chris Lloyd, Peter Anderson, Simon Millest and Tony Vegas hope to be joined by original members Mark Jones and Conrad Carpenter. Mark (the original Bass player) who now lives in the West of Ireland has informed us that he will be flying in the day before and that he would not have missed it for the world. As yet we are still awaiting a positive response from Con but we have our fingers firmly crossed. It would be amazing to see the seven Talon members all on stage at the same time.
Also appearing on the show will be ‘Illegal Eagles’ brilliant ex lead singer, Ray Brown. On the 3rd of December 2006, Chris had completely lost his voice and could not perform, so Ray stepped in and saved the day.
They have been the best of friends ever since.
Talon will also be joined by several guest players that have featured over the years. Tracy Neale (the very first guest musician back in October 2000), will be joining us from his home in Dubai. Derek Thurlby (Pedal Steel) will be playing his final gig as the resident guest. Craig Wainwright will augment on Piano and Keyboards with Andy Coyle completing the line-up on Alto and Tenor Saxophones.
During the show we will present a cheque to the ChildLine representative Sanitta Guddu for the amount donated by Talon audiences throughout our 10th Anniversary year. Let’s hope it’s at least £10,000. Keeping a record of the whole event will be Talon’s official photographer Jason Sheldon. ‘Talon Weekenders’ will be well aware of Jason. He has worked with some of the worlds greatest bands including the Eagles themselves on their last U.K. visit. He is also responsible for the more recent website pic’s and the Talon brochure.
The doors will open at 8PM and the show will be presented by good friend and Talon fan, Paul Franks of B.B.C. Radio W.M. ‘Franksy’ will be on stage at 9PM to introduce...
Talon - The 10th Anniversary Show.
Let’s just hope we can fit everyone on the stage…
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03 - 01 |
CHILDLINE UPDATE |
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The total collected for December in Si's Big Green Bucket was £576.11.
That means with one month to go we now have a running total of £9,452.04.
The BIG TEN GRAND is within sight. Thank you one and all.
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02 - 01 |
WORLD CLASS TRIBUTE SERIES |
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World Class Tribute Series – Triple Header
@ The Echo Arena, Liverpool
Starring: Talon, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac & Nearly Dan
Concert Promoter Live@pool Ltd proudly presents its inaugural Echo Arena Liverpool event, a 'World Class Tribute Series-Triple Header' on Saturday 26th April 2008 featuring the very finest recreations of 70’s West Coast legends…
The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac & Steely Dan.
All three bands are celebrating ten years on the road, having each formed during 1997, and together they've performed literally thousands of concerts, honing their skills further each year to the point where numerous classic hits are executed with consummate professionalism… Talon are a touring band of high octane energy, undertaking around 130 shows this year alone, such is the demand for their product. As their captivating show starts, count around 15 guitars stacked on various stands. Rest assured none of it is for show, they're all needed to deliver mighty rock and country rock masterpieces like the fabulous Hotel California, One Of These Nights, New Kid In Town and Lyin' Eyes, to name but a few. Talon are currently debating which of the tracks from the brand new Eagles 'Long Road Out Of Eden' album might squeeze their way into contention in a highly competitively chosen set listing... It's fitting that in the European Capital of Culture year 2008 that Rumours of Fleetwood Mac are a Liverpool based outfit. They'll take great pride in being amongst the first local musicians to tread the boards of the highly impressive Echo Arena stage to relive, amongst others, many of the 70’s Rumours standards like Dreams and You Make Loving Fun (tracks from one of the biggest selling albums of all time)… Considering Steely Dan toured very little from the mid-seventies, Nearly Dan, with their obsessive attention to detail, manage to extremely effectively reproduce various brilliant studio conceived Jazz Rock tracks with amazing live accuracy. They've built an enviable reputation throughout Britain and beyond with their array of guitar, keyboard, vocal /backing vocals and sax section skills. Sit back and indulge in numbers such as Dirty Work, Reelin’ In The Years and Ricky Don't Lose That Number.
At just £19.50 per ticket (plus a £2.50 per ticket booking fee & a one off £1.50 handling fee), Live@pool Ltd is offering a unique opportunity to experience three highly charged hours of renowned 70’s Soft Rock in the awesome new Echo Arena Liverpool at a very affordable price. With many loyal devotees of each band wanting to snap up early seats together with the perfect musical fit these three acts provide, expect demand to be extremely high to say the least!!
The Arena and Convention Centre Liverpool is a £146m project on the city’s famous King’s Waterfront, due to open in January 2008. It will house the 10,600 seat Liverpool Echo Arena, designed to attract high-profile entertainment and sporting events. The adjoining convention centre will have 1,350 seats, a 3725 square metre multi-purpose hall and 18 further meeting rooms offering complete flexibility. Total exhibition space is in excess of 7,000 square metres.
***** ON SALE NOW *****
To book tickets, log on to www.accliverpool.com
Or call the Liverpool Echo Arena Box Office: 0844 8000 400
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01 - 01 |
HAPPY NEW YEAR |
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Talon would like to wish everyone a very ‘Happy New Year’. 2007 was a year that will live forever in our memory. Now with Christmas behind us we turn our thoughts to 2008. We have lots of new and exciting plans in the pipeline for this coming year and we will keep you all up to date as things become a little clearer. January is normally a relatively quiet time, but not this year however. We resume our ‘10th Anniversary Tour’ at the Plowright Theatre in Scunthorpe this Friday and build up to Monday 28th at the Robin 2 in Bilston to celebrate exactly ten years since our very first gig. February will see Talon perform their ‘10th Anniversary’ show at the beautiful Buxton Opera House, the web-site will receive its annual makeover and Issue #20 of TALONtalk will go out. March will see us go into Production Rehearsals for our new show and then later that month on Tuesday 25th at the Brew House in Taunton we will begin the new Talon era.
TAKE IT EASY TO ‘EDEN will throw up many new and exciting challenges but we truly believe that it is our willingness to keep an open mind and our ability to embrace change that even after ten years we are still looking forward to another tour and another year with so much enthusiasm. THANK YOU. We find it simply quite amazing and humbling that because of your continued support, even with a decade behind us there are still no signs of this wonderful journey coming to an end any time soon.
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