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There's a new blues rock band on the block.  The Union - comprising Luke Morley on guitar (ex Thunder), Pete Shoulder on vocals and guitar (ex Winterville), supported by Chris Childs on bass (ex Thunder) and Phil Martini on drums (Quireboys) - play their first ever gig tomorrow night at the Relentless Garage in London.

I had the privilege of seeing, listening to and photographing a full rehearsal session yesterday and it sounded fantastic.  They sound a little like very early David Coverdale (before he went all commercial and started screaming) or Paul Rodgers.   Unpretentious, but dripping in quality.  Add to that, Luke is one of the finest writers in the business, resulting in some very original classic rock.

Can't wait to see them on stage tomorrow night.

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Good tip Marty,
read about the band some time ago and heard a coupla clips via Classic Rock. Is this the only gig or do they have some others planned? I'm in the UK over the weekend and would love to see Luke playing again.
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This is a one off gig this time.  However, they have also been recording with a view to releasing an album next year, and I guess they'll put together a tour to support that.

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Looking forward to a cd release. I was a big Thunder fan and regret never getting over there to see them live.

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They are touring in April when I am in Tenerife!! Cest la vie.


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I'd be very interested in getting their cd.  I'm a big fan of Peter Shoulder and Winterville and I have a bunch of Thunder's music.  If anyone gets a whiff of a release date and its availability I'd be greatly appreciative.

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I saw Winterville when they supported Thin Lizzy.

They had one of the best gig sounds I have heard in a long while...thundering bass, tight drums, ripping guitar.
Pete had a fantastic voice...

I am looking forward to any and all of this!

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The Union Announce Debut Tour
17th February 2010


The Union, featuring Thunder’s Luke Morley and Winterville’s Pete Shoulder, have announced their first full UK tour for this April.

The band will play a series of club shows up and down the country in support of their as-yet-unnamed debut album which is currently being recorded.

Here are the dates:

10/04/10 Milton Keynes - Pitz Club
11/04/10 Leeds - Rio's
13/04/10 Newcastle - Academy 2
14/04/10 Glasgow - King Tuts
15/04/10 Manchester - Club Academy
16/04/10 Wolverhampton - Civic Bar
18/04/10 Oxford - Academy 2
19/04/10 Bristol - Academy 2
20/04/10 Southampton - Talking Heads
21/04/10 London - Islington Academy

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Curby wrote:

I'd be very interested in getting their cd.  I'm a big fan of Peter Shoulder and Winterville and I have a bunch of Thunder's music.  If anyone gets a whiff of a release date and its availability I'd be greatly appreciative.

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Hmm... Mouthwatering.... A mixture of Winterville and Thunder... that should sound superb!

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Curby wrote:

I'd be very interested in getting their cd.  I'm a big fan of Peter Shoulder and Winterville and I have a bunch of Thunder's music.  If anyone gets a whiff of a release date and its availability I'd be greatly appreciative.

Hey big guy,The Lady of the Lake has returned my sword and deemed it my responsibility to obtain a copy of their debut album upon its release and to forward on to your goodself,patience my friend patience

Hi Arty - Glad to see you back!!  I've missed my little buddy and have been thinking about you alot.

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Just been added to the High Voltage festival in London.

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Just been added to the High Voltage festival in London.

You're on the ball Kenny! Thanks for that. smile

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Kenny wrote:

Just been added to the High Voltage festival in London.

You're on the ball Kenny! Thanks for that. smile

Another thread for, The Union! smile

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Oops, sorry I'd forgotten about this thread a couple of months ago.

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