May 2006

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The big news this month must be the appearance (finally) of the web site.  We’ve been discussing it for a number of years  and have owned the domain names for so long that they have had to be renewed several times.  A basic design was agreed a few months ago and the final product is very close to the plan.

So, here it is and although there are some band members who still haven’t produced their profiles, we have managed to complete phase 1 (the basic site without frills) and phase 2 (additional material and enhanced presentation) in pretty quick time; which is the stage it’s at as this is being written.  The site will continue to develop with further enhancements to the presentation, increasing the links and adding more features.

The most interesting gig this month was on 10th May at the Man on the Moon in Cambridge.  A stripped-down version of Jurassic Rock  (affectionately known as Jurassic Pebble), comprising Bob, Paul E. and Tony, had an unusual, if not unique, experience in a number of ways.  Firstly, the venue had its own P.A. and so for the first time, as far any of us can remember, we were able to turn up with just our guitars, amps and drums.  This not only meant that the setting up time was reduced from 2 hours to about 20 minutes, but the gear fitted into the backs of our cars, so we didn’t need the trailer.  Secondly, we were just part of the evening’s entertainment as there were two other bands, Lock Up Cycling Club and Delphi, both of which play their own, original numbers.  Finally, we were given a 45 minute slot and deciding what to leave out proved to be quite difficult, given that the normal gig is 3 or 4 hours!  Although the crowd was smaller than anticipated by the organizer, they were very lively and appreciative.  A great time was had by all and the evening raised valuable funds for Crohn’s disease sufferers.

Gigs for the coming months are largely parties and weddings, but we are booked to play at the British Sugar Club in Bury St Edmunds on the 25th November and there again on 10th March next year in aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind.  Both these events are open to the general public and we’ll let you have details in plenty of time.