The band's final line-up consisted of David "Alfie" Jackson (vocals, guitar), Bryn Fowler (bass) and Edwin Harris (drums). The Holloways, having a rest after touring the UK 2010. Alfie, (see pix) chanced his arm on DJ deck's and span some funky tunes & shook a leg-with 7'3' fine artist Pandemonia, at Zoe Griffin Christmas bash at 5 star Montcalm Hotel, Marble Arch, London. Mr Jackson music choice, had the likes of actress Nikki Sanderson, Dynamo mr music magic himself, Baby D, Miss Frank, Prince Cassius, Amy Studt, Heaven Sent Thugs, singer Lula, Scott Cornwall, celebrity personal trainer Shaun Stafford, life coach Ali Campbell and world record breaker Michael Perham, whooping it up. Sept their performing at FashArt Charity Gala dinner at the Natural History Museum in aid of Caudwell Children.
The previous shows earlier this year were Sun, 04 Jul Cazfest Bishops Stortford, 09 July The Box Crewefirst, Sat 10 July Boots Feel Good Festival in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support at Boots HQ, Thane Road, Beeston, following on from their stage appearance 2010 was on 27 Feb, at "Lets Rock Cancer" at Leadmill, Sheffield, DJd at Camden Lock's Proud venue for the fund raiser for homeless charity "Shelter" and to raise the profile of the campaign to save the BBC 6 Music station, that's earmarked by Corporation bosses for the chop, and played a gig at The Dirty South, Lewisham on 1 April to a packed house. The guys are ready to follow up 2009 tour-that closed with 36 gig UK tour in Nov/Dec, that was spread over 5 weeks, plus the extra dates, when they accompanied the band Shed7 on 7 out of 10 dates of Shed's tour, finishing on 22 Dec.
On 2009 tour, they performed and promoted their new album "No Smoke, No Mirrors". Prior to their UK tour, the guys have recorded and released their video of single "Jukebox". They appeared once on Big Brother Little brother and were asked back a second time for the eviction night. All in all the band are excited after their successful tour in Britain playing their new material from their Album as well as classic Holloways anthems to very enthusiastic audiences.
They appeared once on Big Brother Little brother and were asked back a second time for the eviction night. All in all the band are excited after their successful tour in Britain playing their new material from their Album as well as classic Holloways anthems to very enthusiastic audiences. Full Biog
Feeling reborn is a rare treat; but The Holloways resilience in recent times has led to what feels like a rebirth. Reaping such a rare reward was the first step along the clear path that now lies ahead for a band who once again have much to smile about; not that The Holloways had stopped smiling - not for very long anyway. "The sun doesn't always shine" is one of the band’s phrases to live by; along with "everything happens for a reason”.
In the early months of 2009, Alfie and Bryn were busy recording additional new material to kick-start the year. By April they decided to start actively seeking new members and as luck would have it, in the very first rehearsal they found guitarist Mike Baker, who - after playing just one song with the band - had done enough for Alfie and Bryn to make up their mind. The following day Edwin Harris set up his drums and did a quick warm up and before even playing a song, the decision again, was easy. Luck had clearly swung back in The Holloways’ favour and a new lease of life took the boys into the studio for a couple of hectic weeks before doing a few gigs and recording 3 brand new songs and they’re back doing what they do best - playing music.
2008 had been soul destroying for the band. Much conspired to prevent full scale releases of the exciting new material recorded at the legendary Sawmills Studio. The biggest setback was the long, drawn out legal battle across the pond involving their stateside former label TVT.
The darkest hour before the dawn came in December with a lot of smoke as The Holloways' home - Nambucca - caught fire. Much was lost in the fire - practically everything. This was the final straw for Dave and Rob who felt the end had come with nothing seeming to go the band's way. However, the founding members - Alfie and Bryn - felt the previous 3 years of good fortune by far outweighed the 12 months of bad fortune; and having weathered the storm, they concluded "2009 has to be good. Yin and yang and all that." - The sun doesn't always shine indeed.
The Holloways had an exciting start to life with the critically acclaimed debut - "So This Is Great Britain?” - and 2007 saw the band storm sold out shows across the UK with singles Dance Floor, Generator and Two Left Feet pumping on the radio airwaves.
Now, the energy and the bond in the band has seen the boys enjoy an intense schedule which is already relighting many fires ahead of the release of the new album – No Smoke, No Mirrors – which is due for a September release.
Everyone is massively excited for the summer schedule; the boys will be back on the road gigging the brand new set featuring songs from the forthcoming album alongside the classic Holloways favourites.
Diamonds And Pearls
The Holloways Lyrics
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And your winter clothes are sadly a condition of life
In this land, where the sun is as shy
As long forgotten manners of old
I can't wait for a time
When the summer sun is back up in the sky
We can stay out at night
I wanna walk in the park and smell the freshly cut grass
(Please keep off the grass)
As the summer breeze blows up your skirt, what more can I ask
(I can see your arse)
At last I shed my winter clothes
At last I'm over the moon, I'm under the sun
At last I met a girl
Her head full of curls and diamonds and pearls
While you work on your tan
Traveling from Thailand to Milan
We're in Morris the van
From Bridlington to Camber Sands
You go pick your own fruit and you eat till you end up ill
(We've all had our fill)
We share a tinny or two on top of the hill
(Found my thrill at last)
At last I shed my winter clothes
At last I'm over the moon, I'm under the sun
At last I met a girl
Her head full of curls and diamonds and pearls
Well, the sand in your shoes and your sunburnt toes
May trigger off your summertime blues
Don't be daft, shrug 'em off
'Cause we ain't got a moment to lose
We better hit the arcades
Spend an hour spending our loose change
Give the ghost train a ride
And kiss my future bride not Frankenstein's
We get a lift down the beach with the boys all crammed in the back
(Boys crammed in the back)
There's barely enough room for the ball and a twenty-four pack
(What more could I ask)
At last I shed my winter clothes
At last I'm over the moon, I'm under the sun
At last I met a girl
Her head full of curls and diamonds and pearls
Diamonds and pearls
Diamonds and pearls
Diamonds and pearls
The Holloways's song "Diamonds and Pearls" explores the complexities of a relationship, where love should be the master plan to overcome arguments and turmoil. The lyrics convey the message that love is all about giving and receiving, and that material possessions cannot compare to the significance of true love. The first verse suggests that the singer is finally ready to make a commitment to their partner that they will never run away, and that they are here for them. The chorus questions whether the partner would be happy with material things such as diamonds and pearls, or if the singer could offer them an intangible, valuable thing like their love. The bridge implies that love should be the one that decides who is right or wrong, and the weaker man is the one who does not understand that love must be the guiding factor in any relationship.
The song uses a playful, almost childlike tone to talk about an important and serious subject matter. The chorus is catchy and invites the listeners to sing along, while the bridge gets more reflective and calls for a deeper understanding of love. The repetition of the letters in the phrase "D to the I to the A to the M, O to the N to the D to the pearls of love" adds a hip-hop flavor to the otherwise pop song. Overall, "Diamonds and Pearls" is a beautifully written and thought-provoking tune that encourages people to prioritize love over material possessions.
Line by Line Meaning
This will be the day
Today is the day
That you will hear me say
I will tell you something important
That I will never run away
I will always be here for you
I am here for you
You can count on me
Love is meant for two
Love is shared between two people
Now tell me what you're gonna do
What will you do in this situation?
If I gave you diamonds and pearls
If I gave you expensive gifts
Would you be a happy boy or a girl
Would you be happy with material possessions?
If I could I would give you the world
If I could, I would give you everything
But all I can do is just offer you my love
All I have to give is my love
Which one of us is right
Who is correct in this situation?
If we always fight
If we argue all the time
Why can't we just let love decide (let love decide)
Why not let love be the solution?
Am I the weaker man
Does that make me less of a man?
Because I understand
Because I am able to comprehend
That love must be the master plan (love is the master plan)
That love should be the most important thing
D to the I to the A to the M
Spelling of the word 'diamond'
O to the N to the D to the pearls of love
Spelling of the word 'pearl'
There will come a time (there will come a time)
A time will come
When love will blow your mind (blow your mind)
Love will amaze you
And everything you'll look for you'll find (take a look inside)
You will find everything you need within yourself
That will be the time (that will be the time)
That will be the moment
That everything will shine (forever)
Everything will be wonderful and happy
So bright it makes you colorblind (you will be color blind)
So intense that you won't see anything else
If I gave you diamonds and pearls (pearls)
If I gave you valuable gifts (pearls)
Would you be a happy boy or a girl (yeah yeah)
Would you be satisfied just with that?
All I can do is just offer you my love (all I can do)
All I am able to give is my love
If I gave you diamonds and pearls (diamonds)
If I gave you valuable gifts (diamonds)
Would you be, would you, would you
Would you be happy
(Would ya, would ya, would ya be happy little baby)
Would you be happy, my love?
If I could I would give you the world
If I could, I would give you everything
Lyrics © RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: BRYN FOWLER, DAVID HEALEY, DAVID JACKSON, ROB SKIPPER
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