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.
Reinvent 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' song "Reinvent Myself" is a reflective and critical take on society, politics, and culture. It begins with the singer expressing their frustrations with the lack of variety they see around them, stating that they are tired of the commercialized way of life that has taken over. They reject mainstream ideology and proudly assert their individuality, even going so far as to refer to themselves as wearing a "jacket of insanity."
The second verse addresses the political situation, naming former British Prime Minister Tony Blair as a source of anarchy, despite his supposed noble intentions. The Holloways criticize the hypocrisy of politicians who preach democracy and justice but fail to practice it. The bridge conveys the singer's sense of hopelessness and restlessness, implying that they are fed up with the way things are and feel powerless to change them.
Overall, "Reinvent Myself" is a song that encourages listeners to question societal norms and think critically about the world around them. The singer refuses to conform to a system they deem corrupt and instead calls for a revolution of sorts, one that begins with each individual taking a stand against greed and injustice.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't stomach this variety
I can't tolerate the lack of diversity
My plane is under my feet
I am in control of my destiny
And I'm tired of your commercial meat
I am exhausted by your conformity and insincerity
And I can't follow ideology
I can't blindly follow beliefs and values
I'm proud of my attendancy
I am proud of my ability to attend to my own needs
I wear my jacket of insanity
I proudly wear my uniqueness
And I ain't gonna fall into the gap
I won't become a victim of societal norms and expectations
That kinda life is just a baited trap
Conforming to societal norms is a dangerous and unfulfilling way to live
Since when was fashion a necessity
I question the importance placed on fashion
I don't see anything we really need
I don't believe we need much to be happy and fulfilled
So why should I reinvent myself
Why should I change who I am to fit societal expectations?
When the world that I see
The world as I see it
It will not change for you and me
Societal norms and expectations won't change just because we do
I can't follow our democracy
I can't conform to our government and political system
They don't practice but I tell you they preach
Politicians don't practice what they preach
They don't learn but still they think they can teach
Politicians are often ignorant but still feel qualified to lead
And I think Mr Blair is causing anarchy
I believe Tony Blair is causing chaos and disorder
He can hear him singing God Save the Queen
Tony Blair's false patriotism is frustrating
With a gaze just like a sex machine
Tony Blair's confidence and charm are manipulative and insincere
I'm sick and tired of all the hate and lies
I am exhausted by the negativity and dishonesty in society
That seem to hang around the suit and ties
Negativity and dishonesty seem to be common in government and business
I hate the underworld and I'll agree
I dislike the corrupt and immoral side of society
Sometimes I get at all just can't sleep
Sometimes all of this keeps me up at night
When you take more than you need
When people are greedy and excessive
In this world that's built on greed
When society is built on greed and consumption
Contributed by Arianna V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.