Colouring The Past - 'Shadows and Reflections' by The Action

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THE ACTION - SHADOWS & REFLECTIONS

The video here is the promo for THE ACTION's fifth single SHADOWS & REFLECTIONS.

I've upscaled & colourised the original black & white film.

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One of the great "lost" bands of mid-'60s England, THE ACTION filled mod clubs with happy patrons and managed to score George Martin as a benefactor but only released a handful of singles during their brief existence. Martin produced the band’s five singles issued on Parlophone between 1965 and 1967 as well as tracks intended for a never-released album.

The band's early years were spent as Motown-loving mods guided by Reg King's insistent vocals, the group's snappy backing vocals, and Martin's clean production style.

The bandmembers were able to nail Motown covers (like "I'll Keep Holding On" and "Since I Lost My Baby") thanks to the tautness of the playing and their vocal prowess.

The Action didn't write many originals at the time, though the horn-filled rocker "Twentyfourth Hour" shows they had the skills.

The band only released six singles in their lifetime – or seven, if you count a pre-Action single by The Boys – but their legend has grown exponentially since their demise in 1968.

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Hello, and a warm welcome to everyone who has joined COLOURING THE PAST.

The page is my attempt to add a little colour to the cheeks of the past. It's not intended to offer anything 'better' than the original black & white footage; just a different take.

Running the page is a one-man operation. I write and research the articles, and edit the videos which involves several hours of work - upscaling, colourising and tweaking in various software.

This takes about half a day of unpaid work. If you could see fit to make a small donation then I would be genuinely grateful.

Thank you and best wishes, Paul

Just visit one of the links to donate (all secure connections):

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Yeh-Yeh release new single, 'High Society' - listen to it on FaceBook

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COVER TO COVER - DESIGNS and PHOTOGRAPHY of SIMON HALFON

COVER TO COVER - DESIGNS and PHOTOGRAPHY of SIMON HALFON

PRE-ORDER NOW FOR NOVEMBER 2020 DELIVERY

For the first time Simon's body of work is being collated into a premium book celebrating the best of his record sleeves, design work and photography. 

As well as beautifully reproduced artwork, the book will  feature never before seen photographs and personal ephemera, alongside anecdotes and recollections that tell the stories behind the artwork. This book will also take a side-step into the fascinating world of film making.

The book itself is the size of an LP, making it a unique and original addition to any collector’s shelf. 

The Deluxe Edition is limited to 900 copies. It will be signed and numbered from 101-1000 and come with a sewn hardback cover and silk ribbon marker. It will have 250 plus full-colour pages printed on thick 170gsm satin coated paper.

The slipcased Super Deluxe Edition book is limited to 50 copies. It will be signed and numbered from 51–100 and presented in a supreme quality black  slipcase with a coloured paper interior. This edition will additionally contain a  signed and numbered photographic print of Oasis.

The books are being produced by an award-winning Italian printer,  specialising in high-end publications, with strong eco credentials, full  FSC certification, and a print process that uses 100% clean energy.  Their clients include the world’s biggest publishers, as well as art  galleries and museums worldwide.

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Simon is an award-winning graphic designer with a career spanning  four decades in the music industry. He is most noted for his work with Paul Weller, George Michael and Oasis having worked with these artists for many years and designed some of  their most iconic record sleeves. During this time Simon took a wealth  of behind the scenes photographs, most of which are largely unseen.

It's a journey that began at Stiff Records back in 1980, where with  no formal training Simon ended up in their art department, before moving  on to work for Neville Brody up at The Face magazine offices. Since that time Simon has worked alongside many of the great artists and photographers, from Peter Blake to David Bailey. 

Simon's portfolio also takes in design work for The Who, Madness, Steve Winwood, Nick Heyward, David Bowie, Frank Sinatra, the Blue Note label and many more. 

In 2007 Simon produced the feature film Sleuth, starring Michael Caine & Jude Law and in 2016 he produced the Oasis feature length documentary Supersonic.  Most recently Simon created and produced the punchy comedy/drama series All You Need Is Me.

The New Untouchables work on a 'Plan B' for the Brighton Mod Weekender on 27/28/29/30 August 2020

'54321 Countdown' T-shirts now available from Mr. B's Soulful Tees.

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The current issue of Shindig! Magazine features The Yardbirds and The Pretty Things

Look Out! It's The Hurricanes - Out Now on the Spinout Nuggets Label

Look Out! It's The Hurricanes

OUT NOW!! On the infamous Spinout Nuggets label.

Available in various formats including Limited Numbered Vinyl, from our shop https://www.musicglue.com/the-hurricanes/shop or from the Spinout Nuggets shop https://www.spinoutproductions.com/shop/ Whilst stocks last!

John Knight's 'Jimmy Mack' Trilogy available from Amazon in Hardback, Paperback and Kindle versions

Three novels set in a time when everything seemed possible about three young people who share more than dreams. The young Mods story continues.

Sample chapters: johnknightnovelist.wixsite.com/mysite
Paperback/Hardback/Kindle editions from Amazon and other online bookstores. www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1788760433

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Happy Birthday Brian Auger who turns 81 today!

Secret Affair and The Deep Six UK Tour

There is still no definitive news as to whether the Secret Affair and The Deep Six UK Tour will go ahead as planned in Oct/Nov/Dec, or if it will be moved to early 2021 due to the Coronavirus restrictions.

Whatever the outcome, we hope to see you all at the 'Behind Closed Doors' 40th Anniversary Tour soon.

The Deep Six - releases still available from Heavy Soul! Records

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