The band are on a well deserved break for a few weeks, A new cd has just been cut and will be avaliable at gigs, Hope to see you all soon and Happy Holidays.
The masons Arms, Bathgate, Fri 2nd May
Back at the Masons for another great night of madness and mayhem as the place was mental, but enough about the pub itself the band were on red hot form, they played some new stuff as well as the usual classics, it must have been good as an old pal turned up with his wife and another couple an danced there socks of, his wife asked if we could play here every week as it is the only time she has seen those moves in public. it was good to see you Jim hope you come back again and strut your stuff...
Behind The Wall, Falkirk, Sat 29th March
It was good to be back at this venue again, and the joint was rockin to some classic tunes and great dancing if you missed this gig you will be kickin yourself as the band have rarley been better, even though Big John was nursing a cough and cold they played a storming set that left everyone gagging for more. This is a popular venue for live music, mostly rock and inde bands, but the staff and managemant said Uncle Red are one of the few bands who keep the crowd singing and dancing till the end of the evening so it goes to show tha rock`n`roll music will never die.
Star & Garter Linlithgow, Easter Sunday
First time at this venue, it was a roaring start, slack in the middle and ended up rockin by the end of the night. New drummer Steve settled in really well and showed us that he can nearly dance. Linlithgow is more used to traditonal folk music but the band showed that there brand of American folk music known as rock`n`roll was a welcome change. look out for a revisit to this venue very soon.
The Masons Arms Bathgate, 23rd Feb
Back at the Masons for the guv`nrs Birthday. The joint as packed and the band played classic rockabilly in an Fast and Furious 2 hour set before the disco started and the place died a death, so keep music Live if you want a packed pub. This was Drummer Ians last night as he heads of into the sunset of my tears (mmm Good name for a song that) We wish him all the best in his new venture an may well retun to help out now and again, good luck and cheers mate. we will be croonin an slappin at a venue near you real soon so keep em pealled.
Health and Happiness
First time at this venue, it was a sombre affair, it seems to be a hit or miss for the punters and they missed another fine show by the guys, a big thanks to johns work colleages they seem to have a ball, the band could be back hear in the summer to play outside, as the passing trade would enjoy some jivin music before the head of to the shops on a sat afternoon. we will keep you posted.
The Croftmalloch Inn,Whitburn,9th Feb 9.30pm
Back at the croftie, and the place was jam packed. A few new numbers were introduced and went down really well,Jungle Rock was very popular and a great version of blueberry Hill by uncle mick was a real gem in another fine display. Thanks to Steve for stepping in for the absent Ian and bangin the drums,cheers kid. The young crowd seem to enjoy themselves and eventualy moved of to local clubs, which left room for more dancers and the odd chancer. Hope to back at this venue in a couple of months see you then!
The Masons Arms,Bathgate, 28th Dec 9ish
We were asked back to this venue by popular demand,and it was packed to the rafters. a fantastic night and the joint was rockin and boppin to classics such as Rock This town, Ring of Fire and the ever popular Which Way Do I Go ! a few familiar faces in the crowd made this a great night and a great way to finish of the year.Thanks to everyone who made the effort and come to see us on a regular basis, if it wasnt for you guys we just couldnt do it. Have a great New Year and we will see you all again at the end of January,Spread the word and lets make next years gigs even better ( if that is possible).
C,Mon Lets Go!!!!
The Livery, Bathgate,Boxing Day 9pm
The Characters in this bar make it worth playing here the are always up for a good night out and plenty festive of cheer, a wee bit too much by some, but the door men looked after them by showing them how to open doors by there heads. this is the second boxing day bash at this venue for us and the place rocked as other bars in town that night closed early as Uncle Red had all the punters boppin away there christmas blues with some classic rockabilly.Thanks to cousin Col for his help and support on the night we appreciate it.
Behind The Wall, Falkirk,15th Dec 9pm
Another superb night of red hot rockabilly took Falkirk by storm, the place was burtsin at the seams as the band jumped up on tables, changed hats and compliments with the crowd.The band had a 10 min break for the punters to bask in the crowning glory of our Leon winning X-factor good luck kid. back to the gig and the tellys were switched of but not the entertainment as the guys rocked into the small hours.
The Masons Arms, Bathgate,8th Dec 9pm
The band made such an impression on sat nite they were re-booked for the 29th,The joint was jumpin and jivin as the guys churned out some red hot rockabilly. The guys were dressed to kill and nearly died, when 2 promo chicks walked in givin away free stiffies dress in no more than ......well no more than you need to know, they were fine f****n lookin man, they were `somthin else`.A big thank you to everyone who came along and made it a night to remember, as Ian nearly bought a drink, a said nearly!! Hope to see y`all at Falkirk on the 15th......
Craigmillar park golf club,17th Nov 9pm
The band played this venue as guests to the forth 66 colf society and enjoyed ever minute of it, uncle Mike was feeling under par but was back on course after a few numbers and a wee shandy. The dancing started on the 1st and by the 18th they were still hungry for more. A special thanks to our guest Bass player, she got a breast of johns upright and slapped it silly, well done kiddo. A wee break from tradition as Mike and Ian played a selection of scottish numbers after the break to give the more decerning punters a wee go at the gay gordons. then it was back to buisness as usual and red hot rockabilly to finish of a great night.
The Croftmalloch Inn,10th Nov 9pm
It took a wee while to warm up, but warm up it did, it was red hot rockabilly all the way as eveyone in the joint were up on there feet dancin` even cousin col was boppin it must have been good... or mabye the blond bombshell who asked him to dance had something that caught his eye as it nearly took mikey`s out.Anyway a good night was had by all as the band played a gruelling 3 hour set.
The Livery, bathgate,4th Nov 9pm
After a quiet Oct, the band came storiming back to ther best with this energetic and vibrant set at a venue that booked the band again due to popular demand.Sunday night and the joint was jumpin jivin and singing along to some classic rock`n`roll and rockabilly numbers that even the under 25s knew the words to, as this music will never die, as long as bands like this keep rockin it will never be forgotten. after a 3 hour set the band finished of in style with `goodnight Irene`going about a 100 mile an hour to a warm applause and 4 guys (that are pushin 30 ..)who nearly passed out . If you missed this show Get Yerself along to The Croftie on Sat Nite where they will attempt to do it all again.
C`Mon Lets Go !!!!
The Livery, Bathgate, Sept 30th 9pm
Sunday night in Bathgate can be quite a dull night, but put a few posters around town to let the locals Know that `Uncle Red` are in town and your sure in for a great night if you got yourself down to this venue. The band were on top form again in front of a vibrant and sometimes over exited crowd. The band have not played at this venue for a long time and have been booked for the Boxing day bash again this year so get your plans made know for a show not to be missed.
The Croftmalloch Inn ,Whitburn,Sept 22nd 9pm
The Croftie was rockin` as the band served up a double helping of Rock`n` Roll and swiss roll straight from Micks plate. The band played well into the night and the barman had to tell them it was past 1 o`clock you`ve got to stop the rock.This Venue was again a packed house as the crowd danced the night away and joined in with all the old favorites. Back again in Nov cant wait!!!!
Behind The Wall, FalkirkAug 11th, 10pm
It was buisiness as usual as the band ripped into some red hot Rockabilly and left a packed house hungry for more. John and Luey were up dancin on the tables with guitar and Double bass at hand and the joint was rockin, (Thanks to the guys who were banging on tables and givin it loads! )This was a vibrant and tough 3 hour gig but the feedback from the crowd made this one of our best gigs to date, the band will be back at this venue very soon, check listings......C`mon Lets Go!!!!!!!!!
Summer `07
The band took a well deserved break over the summer to enjoy some quality time with family and friends, big john went of to Memphis to get Marrried and tour the southern states. Micky went of to New York with the family. luey was organizing a big birthday bash in a field for his wife and son which was a superb nite with lots of musicians and of course Uncle Red finishing of proccedings. Ian went into rehab as he was caught buyin a drink ... but his wife said there was no truth to these allegations. The band have played a few free gigs at open air partys over the summer and are looking forward to gettin back to giggin real soon......!
Glenmavis Bowling Club,Bathgate,Sat 2 June 8pm
It was an early kick off to Bathgate`s Galaday, the place was packed and the dancing started almost straight away.The band had to throw in a couple of slower numbers for a ,well more mature crowd shall we say.At least they all knew the songs we were singing .This was the first time at this venue but hopefully not the last,although lookin at uncle mikey it may have been our last gig ever. get well soon bud.
Croftmalloch Inn,Whitburn,Sat 5th May 9pm
The crowd chanted Uncle red,Uncle Red,Uncle Red,at the top of there voices as the band took there places to provide good rockin tonite. At one point they also chanted Oasis but i think that had something to do with the drink and... things. Anyway as soon as Ian turned up the boys rocked the joint with a very vibrant crowd and the place was jumpin even passing John`s hats around, then putiin them back on his head, one at a time until they hit the roof. Three hours later the band ran out of steam and finished of a superb night with Goodnight Irene,blood ,sweat and tears!!!!!!!!
THE FERRY Glasgow, Fri 4th May,8pm
The band were invited to play in a showcase with 4 other unsigned bands and what a night it turned out. first up was a local duo `VOID` two very talented lads went down really well. Next up `UNCLE RED!` they rocked the joint in a venue that mostly have indie and rock bands. They thought they had been hit by a Mystery Train that burt that candle. Another band called `Heavy Duty Box Company` blew the crowd away with guitar fusion and a stiff bass. local hero`s `THEME` gave an other memorable performance with Parky showin how to play a bass... with style.
Deans Snooker Club,28th April, Deans,9pm
A fist time visit to this venue and the band had the locals jumpin`n`jivin.A mixed crowd enjoyed a superb night and ask for Johnny Cash all night.(Thank god for Walk The Line).This gig brings an end to a hectic April for the band, so there only playing twice next weekend. The next GiG is Fri 4th May @ The Ferry, Glasgow. Tickets on sale now!!!!!!!!
The Tap Shop,21st April, Mid Calder,9pm
The band were on top form again as they kicked of with Good Rockin Tonight and some great Rockabilly classics such as Slow Down and Buddy Holly`s Love Me.Big Ian was back bangin the drums and buyin drinks like you would`nt belive. A special thanks to the jivers who keeped the floor busy allnight and showed john how its done and he thankfully stayed behind his Doghouse Bass.
The Greyrigg,14th April, California,9pm
The night got of to a slow start, but picked up along with Mickys broken pint pot. Tony was called on again as stand in drummer an could be heard in california USA cheers Tony.The Guv`nor has been sold on Rock`n`Roll he loved it ,as did the staff who also got to grips with the music in more ways than one.The bass man showed us how to dance and keep yer head warm on sat nite,hope to see you all back here soon.
Easter Sunday ,smiths ,Bathgate,5pm
We rolled our eggs and rocked the afternoon away with some vibrant Rockabilly the crowd loved it .The band played well considering big John had a touch of gout and mikey aye mikey had a touch of drought.there was no expense spaired at this gig belive me even the sausage rolls were cold. But the band were hot , a few regular faces turned up again and a few didnt, so if you missed this one be sure to catch us at our next Riot.
Saturday 7th April, Railway Tavern, Bathgate,9pm
The band got under way once the late Mikey Whinne turned up, got himself a pint and said hi to everyone in the bar, but hey why change the habbit of a lifetime. the band were on top form as usual and the poor boy done well.Ian the drummer was back from paris and showed us why we love him so much,he left his wallet on the metro and we had to buy him drink all night, thank god he was drivin.only kiddin the night went really well as Tom And Heather (the guv`nrs}dance all night and are leavin soon they will be sorly missed.
Friday 30th March, Behind The Wall, Falkirk,10pm
Falkirk was left dazed and amazed as Uncle Red came to town with there powerful blend of rockabilly, rock`n`roll and and a hint of country.The crowd went wild as Both Johns jumped up on the tables with the doghouse bass and guitar and bopped till they dropped. They had to use a stand in drummer for the night as Ian was in paris and they were in Falkirk but he played really well with a lot of energy and guinness.it was the first time the band had played this venue, but by the reaction from the crowd and staff it wont be the last,hope to see you soon. look out for our Easter Rock`n`Roll yer eggs weekend .
Saturday 24th March, Croftmalloch Inn, Whitburn, 9pm
Back at the Croftie due to popular demand. the night took a wee while to get going ,(think the Scotland win and tennents lager had something to do with it!) but get going it did the floor was packed with dancing and everyone singing along to some classic rock`n`roll numbers.Micky played between his keyboard and accordian and sometimes both ,superb, and john played both his teachest bass and doghouse bass and sometimes guitar, how good is this guy.and Big john played guitar ,doghouse bass and sang his heart out . oh aye and Ian banged his drum all bloody night.
Saturday 10th March, Greyrigg Inn,California,9pm
Fist time at this venue and what a great night ,a few of our regular crowd turned up (cheers guys) and the locals loved it, we though that the joint closed at midnight so finished our set with the usual goodnight irene then the guv asked why we finished so early as the bars open till 1am. so we ran through some un rehearsed standards and finished of a long hard shift but loved every minute of it , apart from john who played till his fingers bled, good job we have free weekend next week.The croftie is up next see you there.
Saturday 24th March,The Railway Tavern, Bathgate,8pm
This was a private do for Big Kennys Birthday, he sang an Elvis Song like you have never heard before,and hopefully you wont here again.The boys rocked the joint and the joint was jumpin, there was even guys with kilts on dancin` to some jockabilly like don`t knock the jock.The two Johns Swapped instruments (Doghouse Bass & Gretsch Guitar) for a crowd pleasing Johnny Cash Number Folsom Prison Blues.superb!!!!!!!!!
Saturday 27th January, The Railway Tavern Bathgate,9pm
This was our fist visit to this venue,but it wont be our last.The crowd were superb in what was a tight but cosy pub.The band could have played right thru the night as everyone was havin` a ball. Uncle Ian even burst his trousers during the fist half and uncle John gave his doghouse bass a right good slap.we return to this venue at the end of Feb we cant wait see you all there.
Boxing Bay Bash,The Livery, Bathgate,9pm
Uncle Red`s Chistmas bash was a real cracker, uncle john the box bass player had a pre planned trip up in the highlands, so cousin col stepped into his shoes, and the introduction of uncle ian on drums made this a night to remember.The venue was packed as Uncle Red ripped into tracks like Rock This Town & Rock`n`Roll Ruby.Thanks to everyone who came and made this such a great night,what a way to finish a great year, the band now take a few weeks break to tune in the slap bass player, and convince the drummer this is were its at.We are back in Bathgate at the end of january to rock your socks of see you all then.
HAVE A GUID NEW YEAR!!!!!
Saturday 16th December, Croftmalloch Inn, Whitburn 9pm.
Our last gig before Christmas it was a stormer. The young but vibrant crowd were up for it dancing and singing along,the older and more mature crowd were just singing along to songs they thought had been forgotten.The band tend to get better every time you here them(cant wait till next year). More classics from Eddie Cochran,Gene Vincent and a few new songs from the band like which way do i go went down really well. thanks again to cousin col,Adam and all his gals!!!!!
Sunday 9th December,Glens Bar,Bathgate,4-7pm
Sunday afternoon gig it was a first for us, the joint was a bit quiet but those who turned up had a great day. hope this venue gets known for sunday afternoon gigs as it s what Bathgate needs we hope to back in the new year boppin an a slappin.
Saturday,2nd December,Tap Shop,Mid Calder,9pm
Another great night ,the joint was rockin the beer was flowin and crowd yelled out for more!The band could have played all night as the head strong crowd called for more Elvis, Johnny Cash and hank.......... well they were gettin a bit pissed. that didnt stop a singalong version of jumbalia.Overall the band played to there usual high standard and left there markon the place, and are sure to be back very soon.Thanks again to cousin col for his help and support.
Saturday,11 November, Croftmalloch, Whitburn,9.30pm
A superb night ,the place was packed and vibrant cause Uncle Red were in town obviously.the band were on redhot form and had the crowd jumpin, jivin and singin along with old favourites from Johnny cash, Elvis and Stray Cats.support came from cousin Col & Uncle Mike again.(keep up the good work lads) we hope to be back at this venue before the end of the year so keep posted.
Saturday, 04 November, Tap Shop, Mid Calder , 9.00 pm
A small but dedicated crowd: a sponteanous cheer of "Uncle Red, Uncle Red" from the fishing club. They love us and we love them for that! There was also poeple spotted dancing, such is the good rockin' Uncle Red brings. We've been invited back for 02 December, so if you've got the chance come along and get your Christmas of to a swinging start. Once again Uncle Mike & Cousin Col gave support.