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.
Re-Invent Myself?
The Holloways Lyrics
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My plane is under my feet
And I'm tired of your commercial meat
And I can't follow ideology
I'm proud of my attendancy
I wear my jacket of insanity
And I ain't gonna fall into the gap
That kinda life is just a baited trap
I don't see anything we really need
So why should I reinvent myself
When the world that I see
It will not change for you and me
I can't follow our democracy
They don't practice but I tell you they preach
They don't learn but still they think they can teach
And I think Mr Blair is causing anarchy
He can hear him singing God Save the Queen
With a gaze just like a sex machine
I'm sick and tired of all the hate and lies
That seem to hang around the suit and ties
I hate the underworld and I'll agree
I don't see anything we really need
So why should I reinvent myself
When the world that I see
It will not change for you and me
So why should I reinvent myself
When you take more than you need
When this world is built on greed
Sometimes I get at all just can't sleep
So why should I reinvent myself
When the world that I see
It will not change for you and me
So why should I reinvent myself
When you take more than you need
In this world that's built on greed
The Holloways's song Re-Invent Myself is a commentary on the modern world and society's values. The lyrics express a dissatisfaction with the current state of things, from the variety of choices available to the singer, to the commercialization of everything. They reject ideology, opting to wear a "jacket of insanity" instead. The singer sees through the baited trap of consumerism and fashion and realizes that there isn't much we really need.
The song also critiques democracy and political leaders, citing Mr. Blair as causing anarchy. The lyrics suggest that those in power don't practice what they preach and don't learn but still think they can teach. The singer is tired of the hate and lies that seem to pervade the world of the suit and ties. They reject this underworld and the greed that fuels it.
The chorus poses the question, "So why should I reinvent myself?" The singer is hesitant to change themselves when they see that the world won't change for them or anyone else. They point out that the world is built on greed and that people take more than they need. The final lines reveal the singer's frustration with the world, admitting that sometimes they just can't sleep.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't stomach this variety
I can't deal with this lack of authenticity and uniqueness
My plane is under my feet
I am in control of my own life, and I am ready to take off
And I'm tired of your commercial meat
I am exhausted by the constant promotion and consumption of mainstream culture
And I can't follow ideology
I am not comfortable blindly adhering to rigid belief systems or political agendas
I'm proud of my attendancy
I am proud of my individuality and my ability to make my own choices
I wear my jacket of insanity
I embrace my quirks and my unconventional nature
And I ain't gonna fall into the gap
I refuse to conform to societal norms and expectations that do not align with my own values
That kinda life is just a baited trap
A conventional lifestyle can be limiting and unsatisfying
Since when was fashion a necessity
Why should we feel pressured to follow the latest fashion trends?
I don't see anything we really need
Why do we keep pursuing material possessions and superficial desires?
I can't follow our democracy
I am disillusioned by the current state of politics and how it doesn't represent the voice of the people
They don't practice but I tell you they preach
Politicians talk about taking actions, but they rarely follow through
They don't learn but still they think they can teach
The people who are supposed to lead and guide us haven't learned from their mistakes and yet they still assume the position of teachers
And I think Mr Blair is causing anarchy
I believe that Tony Blair's policies and actions have caused a state of chaos and disorder
He can hear him singing God Save the Queen
Tony Blair's allegiance is to the monarchy, rather than to the people he is supposed to represent
With a gaze just like a sex machine
Tony Blair has a confident and alluring persona but is superficial in his intentions
I'm sick and tired of all the hate and lies
I am exhausted by the negative and deceptive actions of those in power
That seem to hang around the suit and ties
Those in positions of power are often corrupt and motivated by their own self-interest
I hate the underworld and I'll agree
I hate the darker elements of society and I'm not afraid to admit it
Sometimes I get at all just can't sleep
Sometimes the state of the world keeps me up at night, and I struggle with feelings of frustration and helplessness
Why should I reinvent myself
Why should I change who I am to fit into a world that I don't agree with?
When the world that I see
When the world that I perceive and understand
It will not change for you and me
The world won't change just because we want it to, it requires action and effort from everyone
When you take more than you need
When people obsess over material possessions and prioritize their own self-interest
In this world that's built on greed
Our society is fundamentally rooted in greed and the obsession with acquiring more
Contributed by Allison M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.