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Africa Studios
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   Africa Studios: General Info
Member Since4/8/2006
Band MembersThirty Gees frontman David Elf performs, records, produces, arranges, mixes and masters music. He slots in rehearsal time for bands, rents out PA systems, organises and promotes gigs and events, teaches guitar and bass, solders cables, makes tea, hoovers, fixes stuff (usually), complains that people keep pinching his gaffa tape and takes more abuse than you would expect because at heart he is basically a hippy.

It's essentially a one man show, but David does hire the occasional skivvy when times get busy. There's a small (but perfectly formed) crew of assisting reprobates who can generally be found at the studio drinking tea and nattering, or at events, carrying heavy things and getting moaned at for not rolling cables The Right Way.

These long suffering friends include (but are by no means limited to) Alan Smith, Dani Pilling, Yssi Wombwell, Suzanne Hicks, Paddy Walsh, Dan Spooner and Rob Taylor.
InfluencesAfrica Studios works mostly with unsigned and original acts, but anyone friendly is welcome.
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Record LabelAfrica Studios
Type of LabelIndie






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   About Africa Studios

Professional Studio Services

- 32 Track Digital Recording from £80 per day
- Rehearsal Room £20 (4 hours, storage available, PA Inc.)
- PA Hire from £30
- Guitar Tuition £20 (45 minute lesson)


Africa Studios Live Events

Tuesdays: The Buskers Ball @ Durty Nelly's:

Every Tuesday night we host The Busker’s Ball at Durty Nelly’s Irish Bar, in Hull's scenic Old Town. It’s a well established open mic night with an acoustic flavour which has been running since 1999. Musicians of all levels of ability are welcome to get up and play and there’s a free pint for anyone who gets up to perform.

Free entry, first act on stage @ 8:30PM.


Wednesdays: A Band Apart @ Durty Nelly's:

Since the inception of A Band Apart in 2005, Africa Studios has been showcasing original and unsigned bands at Durty Nelly's every Wednesday. Genres spanning Pop, Punk, Rock, Indie, Prog, Americana, Emo, Folk, Electronica, Metal (and genres that defy description) have been brought to the stage weekly, with three bands playing on a typical Band Apart show.

An ongoing competition on Wednesdays gives bands the opportunity to win recording time at Africa Studios. Bands most voted for during the year are entered into a judged final, with prizes including over a week of studio time.

Free entry, first band on stage @ 8:45PM.


Thursdays From June 2008: Springhead Unplugged

West Hull's best known and most dedicated music venue will be playing host to this Folk-oriented open mic night. Ex-Neil Finn guitarist David Elf hosts, with guest artists featuring weekly.

Free Entry, 8:30PM start.

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Nik Nok





Jul 4 2008 3:06 AM

We finally meet Mr Smiley pants :) lol.... fantastic evening last night Dave, great to meet you.......you are a fantastic artist Mr...very, very impressed :) Lil Abi was fantastic, what a girl :) Love and hugs always Dave, no doubt see you very soon lovely....Take care Nik Nok xxxxxxxxx
Abbie lammas


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Jul 8 2008 9:06 AM

Abbie Lammas is playing at the adelphi this friday at 9pm its 3 pounds on the door! Starring the wonderful hull band favours who have supported the likes of the who and the buzzcocks they are great and if you miss them then you miss out on a great night please come this friday with cheap drinks entertainment all night
cheers from abbie lammas xxx
Nik Nok





Jul 2 2008 3:11 AM

:) LOL.... really looking forward to it Dave... my last few weeks have been a nightmare to say the least, so I hope this is one of many happy meetings with you :) Yeah reserve 2 seats Dave, the shock may be to much to cope with.... lol :) Just look out for the dodgy little lass with long hair and BIG smile :) Hugs and best wishes untill tomorrow :) Have a great day.... sunshine Nikkie xxx
Delta Vega





Jul 1 2008 3:47 PM

Nik Nok





Jun 28 2008 3:40 AM

Hey ho Dave :) yeah whoooo hooooo, see you on the 3rd.....and to deal with the shock, I may need a seat also hahahaha.... it will be fantastic to meet you at last, and hope its one of many too :) Take care Mr Smiley pants... its about bloody time Dave :) Hugs and sunshine Nikkie xxx
Nik Nok





Jun 24 2008 10:41 AM

Hello to you Mr Dave :) Can you put Wayne Anthony down to play Thurs 3rd July (Springhead) pretty please Dave with a huge cherry on the top..... and another one lol :) Miss Smiley Pants Nikkie xxx
Ronson Kiplin





Jun 25 2008 8:41 AM

I will try very hard my friend,can i let you know a little later.
Nik Nok





Jun 20 2008 2:14 AM

Hey Mr Busy Bee :) Im hoping to get down to one of your gigs.......would be nice to meet you at last, considering you are only a few mins away in sunny Hull :) lol. Open Mic night would be good also, ill have to bring Wayne with me to play :) Love and huggies always.....stay positive and special Dave :) Your friend Miss smiley pants :) xxx
Jesus II





Jun 20 2008 7:59 AM

That's my official birthday.
Mark





Jun 16 2008 12:20 PM

May I take the cheeky route once more and sneak a plug for Breathing Space at the Shire Hall at Howden on Saturday June 21st on to your comments please? Full details via the link to the Howden Live website on me myspace page.

I thank you,

Mark.
Nik Nok





Jun 14 2008 2:08 AM

Just passing through with love, peace and sunshine as always Dave....hope your weekend is good....keep safe and stay in touch...your friend Nikkie xxx
tomsie





May 27 2008 12:18 PM

Thanks, man. You are an inspiration to us all.
Nik Nok





May 12 2008 6:28 AM

Hi Dave :)
How have you been????Long time no speak!!!! Whats good in June.....Ive got a friend coming over from London...I wanna take her to some good gigs :) Can you point us in the correct direction Mr lovely :) Sunshine always my friend.. Nikkie x
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Strangers





Apr 17 2008 11:31 AM

Hey David, thanks for having us last night, absolute mint gig!!!!!!!
cheers man!!!!!
Strangers





Apr 16 2008 7:41 AM

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Apr 9 2008 5:07 AM

Delta Maid





Mar 19 2008 2:08 PM

hey man
and thanks for the add
with love
Delta
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Andy (music)





Mar 19 2008 11:36 AM

Cheers david, I plan to build this project into a band as soon as possible. Al get back to you as soon as I do. Thanks very much.

Andy
Hayokee





Mar 18 2008 2:59 PM

Check out the taster of our new track!!! =]

Hayokee xxx
Someone and the Somethings





Mar 14 2008 10:30 AM

thank you for having us! was a really good night and really liked 30gees and steer - was refreshing change to the indie pap... was very proud of Izzy too - she smiled!
Would love to play again, just let us know!
Purple Headed Custard Chucker





Feb 26 2008 8:32 AM

nice one dave!!!thanks for adding me mate, will see you tonite boyo!! TUIME AT DE BEEAR!
the sheepton





Feb 7 2008 6:57 AM

hay this is a realy strange way of asking for a job but, do you have any jobs going i am very hard working and will do any thing please get back to me as soon as pos thanks shaun
Nigel





Feb 8 2008 6:06 PM

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Jan 27 2008 7:59 AM

hey you , yes i had a really nice day or should i say weekend lol thank you!:) how are you ? have you been up to much? x
Paul





Jan 25 2008 4:36 PM

Thanks Dave! Hope you're well. i'll have to pop down and say hello one day. Been a bit hectic with the new little Terry running around, but will be down one day soon!!! Thanks again mate!
Nik Nok





Jan 25 2008 8:43 AM

Hey Dave :) Have a lovely long walk for me.... lovely seaside place, likey alot, one of my fav's :) Hope your good, and relaxing my friend....sunshine as always Nikkie xxx
Tim





Jan 19 2008 1:09 PM

See my lovely, lovely, profile pic!


...then visit me dude!


But not next week as I'm busy.

Tim..X
Nik Nok





Jan 17 2008 9:19 AM

Nice to have you back Dave..... fit and well :) Sunshine as always Nikkie xx
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