31st July 2007
After buying a copy of 'From Here' via the website, Gary Nuttall, Robbie
Williams' guitar player and writer of 'Often' emailed the following message:
"i just wanted to say that i love your version of the song and think the
rest of the album is great too. i especially like the tracks "jesamine",
"passing ships" and "the water". great vocals, guitars and
everything! all the best, gary"
For those who may not know, 'Often' is a hidden track on Robbie Williams' album
'Sing When You're Winning'. Sarah suggested this may be a good song for The
Attention Seekers and its great to get a positive endorsement from the writer!
You may want to check out Gary's excellent new CD via the link to his website on
our Links page.
May 2007
The Attention Seekers are back after a lengthy break during which John
Leslie decided to hang up his harmonica, John Miller has been moonlighting with
another band, Alan and Simon have been working on new material, Sarah played at
The Sage Gateshead and Colin has been busy installing his new pond!
This month you can see the band showcase their talents and versatility at The
Kings Arms, Seaton Sluice, a relatively new venue for live music in a great
setting on the harbour.
September 2006
New additions to website including on-line ordering of CD's, new track
previews and guestbook.
Attention Seekers
on the Paddy MacDee Show, Radio
Newcastle -
11th January
2006
Pictured:
Sarah
and Simon with Paddy
Two tracks; 'Alison Jones' and ‘Lonely Avenue’ as well as a live
performance of
'Cold Light of Day' , all from the new album
'From Here' were
featured during the session.
December 2005
'From Here' Third album released. (click here for
reviews!)
Thursday 17th November 2005, 7:30pm @ The Magnesia Bank,
North Shields
HEROES AND SCARECROWS: A Tribute to the Music of Alan Hull
17th November 2005 marks the 10th anniversary of the
passing of Alan Hull, one of Tyneside's greatest songwriters and founder member
of Lindisfarne. Heroes and Scarecrows features several performers celebrating
Alan's work in his favourite local pub.
There will also be a memorabilia auction and raffle - proceeds to Children in
Need. Last years event raised almost £1300 - see www.jollybeggars.co.uk/heroes for
details of last years event.
This years show starts at 7:30pm prompt and features:
Steve Daggett Trio
Simma
Tony Machin
Attention Seekers
Dave Hull Denholm and Ian Thomson
.....plus guests, all playing Alan Hull songs.
Attention
Seekers on the Gilly Hope Show,
Radio Newcastle - 3rd February 2005
Pictured: Sarah, Alan, Simon & John with
Gilly (centre).
Two tracks; 'Shoot it all Down' and 'Beautiful City' both
from the current album 'Don't Say a Word' were featured during the
session as well as a live performance of 'Cold Light of Day' featuring
Simon on vocals, and a violin solo from Sarah.
Thanks to Gilly and Captain Kate for their support and to the Radio
Newcastle listeners for their feedback and contributions
to the next album title competition devised by Gilly!
21st Nov 04
You can now see photos and reviews from HEROES AND SCARECROWS at www.jollybeggars.co.uk/heroes
HEROES AND SCARECROWS will be a musical evening celebrating
the songs of Alan Hull. Several Tyneside musicians will come together to play a
broad selection of his material. This is not a big concert - just a few friends,
fans and family on the stage of Alan's local pub playing some of their favourite
tunes on a significant date.
Wednesday 17th November 2004
THE MAGNESIA BANK
Camden Street
North Shields
Tyne and Wear.
8pm Free
The show will feature live performances by Steve Daggett, Michael Bailey and Rachael Rhoades, Simma, The Attention Seekers, The Magus Band and some special guests. The gig is free admission but donations for BBC CHILDREN IN NEED will be collected on the night. Please be generous, even the artist's fee is going into the bucket.
Steve Daggett will be opening the sets at 8pm prompt.
There will also be a small auction of one or two items of Alan Hull memorabilia and a raffle with some nice prizes donated by Richard Slade, owner of The Magnesia Bank.
Attention Seekers on The
Paddy MacDee Show,
Radio Newcastle - 5th October 2004
Simon, Alan & John enjoyed chatting with Paddy (pictured left) &
giving a live performance of a new track 'Cold Light of Day' as well as
'Beautiful City' which seems to have become a Radio Newcastle listeners'
favourite. Thanks to Paddy for his support & to everyone for their much
appreciated comments and feedback.
Attention Seekers on The Sue Sweeney Show,
Radio Newcastle - 4th May 2004
Thanks to Sue Sweeney (pictured with Simon, John and Alan) for
the
opportunity to further promote the album 'Don't Say A Word' on her show.
The band received lots of positive feedback and an increase in album sales
as a result of this promotion.
Attention Seekers on The Julia Hankin Show,
Radio Newcastle - 7th October 2003
The Attention Seeker's promoted their current album 'Don't Say A Word'
live on The Julia Hankin Show. 'Down at the Mayfair', a track from the album, was well received and The Attention
Seekers then gave listeners a sample of Alan's musical history with the Loud
Guitars song 'Lonely Avenue' featuring new boy Simon Reece on vocals. Pictured
right with John, Sarah, Alan and Simon.
Beautiful City Declared Song of the Season 2002/2003
'Beautiful City' has been played every home game at St James' Park as part
of the pre-match/half-time entertainment. It was declared Song of the
Season 2002/2003 by the Newcastle United DJ. 'Down at the Mayfair' has
also been played and is popular among many fans.