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.
Happiness And Penniless
The Holloways Lyrics
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Saturady's so far away there's so mush shit to shirk,
He's got to keep his chin up
He's got to keep his nerve
But he just wants so skin Up
Sit down
And flaming well sod those who he serves
Whats the use of money of you got no time to use it?
You know he'd rather have his time
Than a Bob or two
Can't find the money for your rent
or repay the loans your lent
you better turn to god
Cause your up shit creek
and your Sailing into hell
You'll be wailing when they sell your soul to the repo man
Now he's unemployed he lives on milk and bread
His graduate account is so far in the red
He listened to his heart when he should have used his head
He suffers for his art
He's so Skint
His tenancy is hanging by a thread
Now he's got the time
He hasn't got the money
to do this things that people do
But still he'd rather have his time than a bob or two
Can't find the money for your rent
or repay the loans your lent
you better turn to god
Cause your up shit creek
and your Sailing into hell
You'll be wailing when they sell your soul to the repo man
All of his money is gone
(all of his money is gone)
What did he spend it all on
(what did he spend it all on)
He's never had so much fun
(he's never had so much fun)
All of his money is gone
(all of his money is gone)
Oh No,
Now my last penny has been spent
Still my life is heaven sent
Cause i got my friends
To help me through this time
I'll repay you in the end
Don't you worry
I promise you I'll pay you back with Time
Can't find the money for your rent
or repay the loans your lent
you better turn to god
Cause your up shit creek
and your Sailing into hell
You'll be wailing when they sell your soul to the repo man
All of his money is gone
(find the money for your rent, find the money for your rent)
She got out first .... away from me
The Holloways's song "Happiness and Penniless" is a song about a person who questions the value of money and material things. The song starts with the singer observing wealthy people, and feeling frustrated that he has to work hard and can't afford the same lifestyle as those he sees. However, he puts on a brave face and tries to stay positive, insisting that he'd rather have his time than a "Bob or two" (meaning money). The song then shifts to a darker tone as the singer loses his job and falls into financial trouble, struggling to pay his rent and loans. Despite this, he insists on finding happiness through his friendships rather than through material possessions.
The lyrics of the song explore the theme of the pursuit of happiness and the effect that money can have on people's lives. It suggests that money, while important, is not the only thing that matters, and that happiness can be found in other areas, such as relationships and experiences. The song also touches on the idea that financial problems can result from poor decisions, such as choosing to follow one's heart rather than using one's head.
Overall, "Happiness and Penniless" is a powerful reflection on the importance of pursuing one's dreams and finding happiness in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Well he's watching all the wealthy folk on his way to work
He observes and envies the prosperous people on his commute to work
Saturday's so far away there's so much shit to shirk
He endures a challenging and tiresome work week while anticipating the relaxing weekend
He's got to keep his chin up
He must maintain a positive attitude despite his unfavorable situation
He's got to keep his nerve
He needs to stay composed and confident under difficult circumstances
But he just wants to skin up, sit down
He desires to smoke marijuana and relax
And flaming well sod those who he serves
He detests his lower-class customers and their demands
Whats the use of money of you got no time to use it?
He questions the value of wealth when one doesn't have the time to enjoy it
He don't want to sell his life to you
He refuses to waste his life working for someone else's benefit
You know he'd rather have his time, than a Bob or two
He prefers to have free time rather than a modest amount of money
Can't find the money for your rent or repay the loans your lent
He struggles to pay his rent or fulfill his loan obligations
You better turn to god
He suggests relying on faith as a solution to financial problems
Cause you're up shit creek and you're sailing into hell
He warns that the consequences of being broke can lead to a disastrous outcome
You'll be wailing when they sell your soul to the repo man
He predicts that those who can't pay their debts will face repossession and despair
Now he's unemployed he lives on milk and bread
He lost his job and survives on a simple diet
His graduate account is so far in the red
His student loan debt is causing significant financial strain
He listened to his heart when he should have used his head
He followed his passion instead of making practical life choices
He suffers for his art, he's so skint
He experiences financial hardship because of his artistic pursuits
His tenancy is hanging by a thread
His ability to keep his rental home is uncertain
Now he's got the time, he hasn't got the money
He has ample free time but lacks financial stability
To do the things that people do
He cannot afford to participate in typical social activities
But still he'd rather have his time than a bob or two
He continues to value free time more than money
All of his money is gone
He has depleted all of his financial resources
What did he spend it all on
He is questioning how he misused his money
He's never had so much fun
Despite his lack of money, he is content because of enjoyable experiences
Now my last penny has been spent
He has emptied his pockets of all financial resources
Still my life is heaven sent
He acknowledges that his life is a blessing
Cause I got my friends to help me through this time
He is grateful for his supportive friends during difficult times
I'll repay you in the end, don't you worry
He promises to repay his friends for their help
I promise you I'll pay you back with Time
He pledges to return the favor with his time and effort
She got out first...away from me
This line is not related to the song and is ignored
Contributed by Makayla I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.