The Woodentops

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Giant - The Woodentops

A Rock and Roll band with an anti name, not designed for commercial success achieved main stream radio, main stream chart positions, alternative respect, fan love from bright sparks like David Bowie and made one of the continually mentioned best loved albums of 1986, a peak year in in the history of UK music history.

Its is the voices and words, the easy fall in of the beats and bass lines, the distinct guitar and the fun at the heart of the thing.  It is both serious and good humoured, original but not without hinted influences, all part of the colour and vibrancy that makes the energy encapsulated here on tape, infectious and memorable.

Giant included in its song list a strong list of club floor turntable hits, Give it time, Travelling man, Get it on, Everyday Living or the monster hit Why Why Why,. Remixes you would hear in Ibiza, Paris, New York, Milan, Los Angeles or London . The first single, Good Thing was one of those songs you would hear at anytime of the day on radio, taxicab, superstore, launderette or your own kitchen. It was the sound of that summer and still John Peel championed a supporter till the end.

So after a few shots at performing the whole album live, hearing entire audiences spontaneously singing chorus’s ,fixing the magic and relearning the original arrangements, much altered through time, The Woodentops will devote much of 2016 to performing this milestone album as complete and original running order on its 30 year anniversary.

Venue information

The New Cross Inn, located in the heart of London, is a vibrant, down-to-earth music venue celebrated for its passionate support of independent artists and diverse live performances. Since opening its doors, it has become a go-to destination for music lovers seeking an eclectic mix of genres, from punk and rock to indie and folk. Known for its welcoming and unpretentious atmosphere, the venue hosts gigs almost every night, creating a space where both up-and-coming and established acts can connect with their fans.

Whether you’re looking to catch an intimate acoustic set or a full-throttle rock show, the New Cross Inn has something for everyone. Over the years, it has welcomed artists of all levels to its stage. A cornerstone of London’s independent music scene, the New Cross Inn remains committed to its mission of fostering creativity and community in one of the city’s most musically passionate neighbourhoods.