This band never rehearsed, borrowed gear and only played one gig. We sat in the Tavern got pissed, dropped some acid and decided to play the very first Tamworth Rock Festival. Even the landlord came down with us. Unbelievably, we were the last band on and I remember: “Will the Time Bandits please come to the stage” being announced as all three of us were being sick in some rose bushes next to the castle. Eventually we got there and proceeded to light a three foot joint, made from card and paper and started our first number:- 'Don’t Bogart That Joint My Friend, Pass It Over To Me'. The police who were in the bandstand were not amused. We got through an improvised set and went down well as we were well known on the music scene at the time.
Sadly, Richard, otherwise known as 'Buey' died over a year ago. We all have fond memories of him and he is deeply missed. Love and Peace to him.
Gray Smith
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