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Tinker Jack
Indie / Alternative / Folk Rock

"Tinker Jack and the Tidy Wives"

Bedford,
United Kingdom

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Last Login:  7/25/2008
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   Tinker Jack: General Info
Member Since10/12/2005
Band Websitethetinkerjackband.com (coming soon)
Band MembersDAVID L- Vocals/Guitar BECCY- Vocals/Keys GARETH- Drums DAVID C- Guitar DAN M- Bass Guitar
InfluencesArcade Fire, Ryan Adams, Phoenix, Bruce Springsteen and the E Steet band, The White Stripes, Ben Folds, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Bob Dylan, Radiohead, The Pecadiloes, Elton John, The Waterboys, The Verve, Guns N' Roses, Van Morrison, Captain, Fleetwood Mac, Band of Horses, Richard Hawley.
Sounds LikeWHAT THEY SAY- "Bedford Americana at it's very best" “Raw harmonies and raw talent combined to make them one of the most interesting new bands I've seen in a long time.” "David Litchfield, vocalist and guitarist with Tinker Jack, is acutely nervous as he paces around (pre-gig) in the Esquires car park. Headline slot, new member Dan on bass, the stresses and strains of being a performer are rising to the surface. Thankfully the young man need not have worried as the band magnificently rise to the occasion. Beginning with the almost Latin-American flavour of "Where's Your Girl?", deftly Tinker Jack revert to Americana with "25". However, a worry does occur for Mr Litchfield when a nasty cut finger almost impairs the performance. Luckily former band member Kristian Purcell is on hand to supply first aid. Well, he does supply a plaster! Plus, more importantly, he provides the whistle intro and outro to "Arkansas". Tinker Jack are a truly delightful band, that effortlessly entertain the myriad folks who aren't content to follow fleeting musical fashions, but take delight in discovering mystic melodies through a range of older and, at times, slightly odd influences, to arrive at something both refreshing and familiar. For this reviewer its both charming, and oh so lovely. New song "Systematic", which is predominantly sung by Rebecca, sounds divine. "Stranger" sounds like something REM might have composed back in the eighties if Maria McKee had been given the vocal duties. Teasingly, Tinker Jack perform an encore. Rebecca performs Cyndi Lauper's "True colours", while "Higher Skies" truly epitomises Tinker Jack's grasp of the meaning of light and shade, as the song uncovers smart guitars and melting vocal melodies. With this quintet, you may leave the venue under a big grey cloud but, believe me, the rain will surely taste sweet!" “Tinker Jack are a most enjoyable band with some beautiful harmonies from the bands male and female vocalists, songs such as 'Baby Be Lonely', '25' and 'Higher Skies' immediately create an aural delight. It's early days, but the signs look good for Tinker Jack.” “Tinker Jack, a band that impressed me so much here recently, supporting Electric Soft Parade. Comprising of Rebecca Solesbury (singer, tambourine), David Litchfield (singer, acoustic guitar), Dave Copperwheat (guitar), Gareth King (drums), and Kristian Purcell (singer, bass). The set is once again slick and pacey, containing a fine structure of songs which include 'Baby Be Lonely' where the triple vocals excel. Also the haunting tribute to Johnny Cash which is 'Arkansas' and the beautiful harmonies of '25', while the raunchy 'Automatic Days' contrasts strongly with the Big Country-ish sound of 'Free Ride'. The long outro to 'Higher Skies' brings Tinker Jack's set to a fruitful conclusion.” "The most striking thing about Tinker Jack, apart from their repertoire of fine pop songs, is that they always appear to be having a whale of a time. Even from the very start when they proudly announce "Tinker Jack are ready!" What follows is a feast of rich melodies and easy laid back guitars. The upbeat "Criminal" blends superbly with the almost REM clone that is "25". It's after this that the band urge everybody to "Step forward to boogie". How can they fail to respond to "Arkansas"? Their last song is "Baby Be Lonely" which includes an epic outro which culminates with guitarist Kristian stage jumping into a very surprised crowd! It shows you just how powerful music can be!"
Record Labelreleased on Squadra Records
Type of LabelNone





   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 26 2008 8:00P
Singer-Songwriter Acoustic Night BEDFORD ESQUIRES East
Aug 2 2008 2:00P
STU FEST Bedfordshire, East
Oct 18 2008 8:00P
George 2nd Luton LUTON, East

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   About Tinker Jack
Tinker Jack are a truly delightful band, that effortlessly entertain the myriad folks who aren't content to follow fleeting musical fashions, but take delight in discovering mystic melodies through a range of older and, at times, slightly odd influences, to arrive at something both refreshing and familiar. For this reviewer its both charming, and oh so lovely.-www.bedfordesquires.co.uk Photobucket Photobucket Photobucket Photobucket Photobucket You should create your own MySpace Layouts like me by using nUCLEArcENTURy.COM's MySpace Profile Editor!

   


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Kristian





Jul 24 2008 9:59 AM

Can't wait for Saturday, nervous though.... You guys will be great and it's fab to finally support Tinker Jack (light)
xxx
Take It Easy Hospital





Jul 23 2008 2:01 AM

hey guys!
Cool great music and style! hope to catch up soon in UK !
TC
Vegas Nerve





Jul 22 2008 12:57 PM

Vegas Nerve are back

Danny's bar, friday 25/07 free entry



See our myspace for more dates
Its Not Real Radio





Jul 21 2008 5:30 PM

Hey guys,

Just letting u know you'll be on the show today, 4-5pm, 93.2fm in Bristol or www. bcfm. org. uk elsewhere.
the_silent_girl_90





Jul 21 2008 9:01 AM

heey darling
I hope too
ur music is pretty cool
i Wish u in italy
DTA PROMO [SEXY NEW PROFILE]





Jul 21 2008 5:04 AM

RELAY TOO!

www.DTAMUSIC.co.uk
david lloyd’s EP IS COMING SOON





Jul 20 2008 11:06 AM

Baby be lonely is my fav tinkers track, awesome! Ur in luton on the 18th oct and guess what i'm a wedding.
when am i going to see you guys i wonder? David x
VELTEXANS





Jul 17 2008 12:23 PM

Thanks for saying howdy, David. Hope all is going quite well for you also, and I'm glad to see the band up and kicking. Be in touch.

the_silent_girl_90





Jul 16 2008 2:36 PM

ur voice is so cool, amazing
and great music
when will u go to italy, my country?
I hope i heard of u again
ciaoo!!
RockedOrNot!





Jul 16 2008 7:05 AM

Thanks for being a friend.
We'd love to have your music over at RockedOrNot. com. You up for some exposure?

xoxoxo
RockedOrNot. com
kilto take





Jul 14 2008 2:09 PM

lovley!!!
We have considered playing there,but havn't actually got round to asking for a gig there yet...maybe a good thing to do....was there many people there?
kilto take





Jul 14 2008 1:58 PM

ello tinkers!

Weekend of rock was immense my friends....river festival rocked big time!
How was the bullet bar? good sound etc in there?
Love
Kilto's
xx
david lloyd’s EP IS COMING SOON





Jul 14 2008 12:41 PM

ahhh thanks, i'm well lookin forward to it. a little nervous mind. Glad you guys had fun! be great if you could make it. Bedford esquires haven't got back to me. Well wanna gig there. (sad face) Anyways, spk soon.
David x
THE RAYEES





Jul 11 2008 4:04 PM

summer is here, so we thought we'd stop by to show some summer love, and support!

:)
Emilio José





Jul 11 2008 2:13 AM

Hola!
I have a new song, "Anju Kitahara"!

Hope you like it!
:-)
Amy Lee & The Integrals - STUDENT BOTB WINNERS





Jul 8 2008 1:46 PM

Yey we won =]
Thanks hehe, we couldnt belive it =D see you soon! hope your having a good week! lots of love! Amy xx
justmegan





Jul 8 2008 5:58 AM

Thanks for the request!
Glad to be friends!
luv. jm.
The Emily Fraser Band





Jul 6 2008 3:49 AM

thank you very much,
your set was really good!
em x
josh and the jumpsuit





Jul 5 2008 2:42 PM

thanks for the add man, really loving the songs kinda got a acoustic arcade fire style going on.. i like xx
Megan Wheatley





Jul 3 2008 8:54 AM

Thanks for the add.... you have a great sound, you guys!
Susie Ledge





Jul 3 2008 7:35 AM

Hi there Tinker Jack,
Thanks for adding me! :)x
Great songs, keep it up!
Sending best wishes your way,
Suzx
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Jul 3 2008 4:54 AM



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We'd love to see you there!!
Viva City @ CLUB AQUARIUM, SHOREDITCH - FRIDAY!





Jul 3 2008 3:12 AM


Thanks for the friend request. Our debut single 'Kate Bush' is available now from iTunes - it debuted at No 4 in the indie charts last week! Also, check our blogs for videos and reviews.
Thanks


VIVA CITY
Thanking the Ladies





Jul 1 2008 4:22 AM

Thanking the ladies are thanking you for the friendship, guys!

TTL
Sarah Doe





Jun 29 2008 4:43 AM

hey thanks for the add.
its good to see in your influences youve got bruce springsteen! ryan adams as well - not often you see him :) liking the music too x
Kristian





Jun 29 2008 4:23 AM

That has got to be the all time busiest Thursday... so I'd be very surprised if I make it... staff meal, creatives get-together, gigs in bedford, gigs in Cambridge...

Hope you have a fab one tho, good luck!

xK
yella is a parasite





Jun 26 2008 1:38 PM

ty :)
x
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Jun 25 2008 8:23 PM

Thank you very much for the friendship!
Go straight to the top and be yourself no matter what they say!
Best wishes!!!
From Russia with love...
KATHERINE'S FAVORITES


Hooverhead





Jun 24 2008 4:37 AM

Just letting you know we've put a Live version of Crazy on our page to download for FREE!! Cheers
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Jun 23 2008 4:11 PM

addicting sound :)