Ray's Gigs

Daily news and reviews of gigs bars clubs restaurants product launches films theatre fashion shows books art galleries hotels competitions interesting places to visit ...and much more!

Thanks and Credits

Thanks of course to all the bands I have enjoyed over the years and their hard working road crews.

Thanks to all the following promoters and booking agents who have put on live music events over the years and to all the theatres, pubs and clubs promoting live music:

...and special thanks to John Curd of Straight / Head etc.

Thanks to all my friends that have helped me with my addiction to live rock n roll by coming to lots of the gigs with me over the years Bill L, Bill G, Martin 0, Malcolm, Luzio, Patrice, Sophie, Antonina, Tracey O, Mel and too many others to mention.

Thanks to Ralph who gave me my security job at the legendary Hammersmith Odeon where I got paid to see the greatest live bands for 10 years. What a result!

Thanks to Phil at www.sex-pistols.net for the fun and good times I have had as London correspondent for the greatest ever rock and roll band that is The Sex Pistols.

Thanks to girlfriends and family who have put up with my nocturnal lifestyle and to my 2 sons Marc and Stephen for their love and support.

Thanks to Miroslav for his technical know-how.

Thanks to XFM Radio for keeping me company while compiling this database.