| SIMON KIRKE: enters the chatroom. Lucy-Atlanta: here he is THE MAN SIMON KIRKE: hall everyone Kayleigh-maine: hello simon Judy - California: Hi Simon how are you? Chuck-Baltimore: hello, Simon Irene - Upper Michigan: welcome Simon, thanks for joining us! AlMayer-NC: Hi Simon...welcome Scotty Ford-California: Simon are we still going to golf when you come to California this summer SIMON KIRKE: I'm fine...here on Long Island...cold but sunny wizzard - germany: hi simon...greetings from germany... Lucy-Atlanta: I was just saying Simon that your timing for clocks is as good as the timing on the drums. Alex-Russia: Hi Simon, Lucy, Chuck & all FREE Company SIMON KIRKE: Scotty yeah twill be in the summer SIMON KIRKE: well I wanted to atone for last time when it all got screwed up Judy - California: Is that when you guys are touring and will you be touring with Foreignor? Lucy-Atlanta: So Simon if you want to give us a run down on the DVD tour , on how it went and what is coming up in the next few months.. Scotty Ford-California: abit warmer then it was in January...what is your handicap so I will know how many strokes you will give me...so I can win all of your money SIMON KIRKE: we plan to tour from late May thru sept with breaks...dont know the exact periods yet...should know in coupla weeks Irene - Upper Michigan: great! SIMON KIRKE: I dont think it will be with Foreigner Terry-Toronto: Koss in the room. Is that like Elvis in the building? Kayleigh-maine: simon what is your favourite song to play live SIMON KIRKE: The DVD tour was nice...we only did 8 shows but they all went well SIMON KIRKE: Kay too many to mention but Bad Co and shooting Star are up there Judy - California: Dave and I want to thank you for the drumstick you threw and you signed for us at Konocti - super cool!!! SIMON KIRKE: Koss is here? well he still owes me 5 quid from the Transit tour days in 1969 SIMON KIRKE: Hey Judy a pleasure... Terry-Toronto: Company of Strangers had the original Badco feel. Did you warm up Paul to any of those tunes? jimmy kunes: enters the chatroom. Volker-Germany: enters the chatroom. Lucy-Atlanta: You know the remasters have been selling very well.......All the fans think they are great....... Have you heard the extra tracks Simon?? wizzard - germany: simon..would you ever like to play with zakk wylde....? Volker-Germany: hi everyone SIMON KIRKE: Thanks for the compliment Terry...I loved that album..one of my faves actually but no we dont dwell on non-Paul stuff... wizzard - germany: hi volker... Chuck-Baltimore: Any idea what Paul thought of the book, "Free At Last" by Steve Rosen? Volker-Germany: lol wizzo SIMON KIRKE: remind me who zak wylde is Scotty Ford-California: ozzy's guitarist Simon jimmy kunes: Greetings Lucy and Simon! SIMON KIRKE: Chuck I liked doing it ...it was a little more broad based than Heavy Load taking in some of Bad Co as well wizzard - germany: the greatest guitarist in the world...ozzy osbournes guitarist... SIMON KIRKE: Oh well Id never heard of him...saw Ozzy on MTV a few days ago...he was great...life with the Osbournes Chuck-Baltimore: I thought it was a very good book Volker-Germany: hi simon, any news/plans bout a European tour...sometime (if ever?) Lucy-Atlanta: Halli Jimmy SIMON KIRKE: Jimmy you old wanker how r u? AlMayer-NC: Simon....how does your family feel about you being on tour? Judy - California: Randy Rodes too - did I spell that right? Scotty Ford-California: Simon you guys will have the same line-up as you had during the dvd tour correct? Lucy-Atlanta: lol wizzard - germany: simon...you should listen to some of zakks stuff.... Terry-Toronto: In1986 you and Boz did an album with Swan Song mate Jack Green. Any comments? SIMON KIRKE: Volker...every year we plan to do a tour and then something comes along to upset it so Im not going to say a thing this time around...needless to say I would LOVE to play Europe again Volker-Germany: got the album...terry Judy - California: Simon when will you announce the tour and did you write any of the new songs? DC: enters the chatroom. Volker-Germany: yep Si...we miss you here...and can't wait to see you live again!!! SIMON KIRKE: Al Meyer...my kids like m ebeing on tour...its cool to have a rock n roll dad but my wife doesn't too much Terry-Toronto: Peter Frampton really digs your vocals. Any solo spots on the horizon? jimmy kunes: Excellent. Wait till you hear the record, Simon! wizzard - germany: simon.....you īve got always a small drum kit...but you play very well.....like your dry style..... Lucy-Atlanta: Simon did I hear correctly that your daughter sings ?? Maybe she should team up with Pauls daughter SIMON KIRKE: Well I will thank Frampton when I see him....solo stuff? Nah...maybe one day...I woukld love to do a solo album before I hang up my stix DC: Hi Lucy, and everybody. Hi Jimmy !!! SIMON KIRKE: wizzard...always had a small kit....twas easy to set up in the old days before I could afford a roadie.... Alex-Russia: Hi DC ! Eileen-NJ: enters the chatroom. DC: Hi Alex SIMON KIRKE: yes she sings...she has a great voice and dig this her birthday is the exact same day as Pauls...freaky huh? jimmy kunes: Hey, Dave- the remasters are great fun, as well as your book- good work...... Judy - California: Do you prefer playing at large or smaller venues nowadays? Sandy-Texas: enters the chatroom. wizzard - germany: now you can afford a roadie...but i think you will keep your small drum kit..... Terry-Toronto: With Paul and Mick talking about studio work, will you possibly in the mix? DC: Glad you liked them Jimmy , hows the album going. Did Si play as well as usual? SIMON KIRKE: Judy...ther ewil be an announcement soon and no I didnt write any new songs on the album there will be 2/3 new songs...I put my 9/11 song to music and it came out great but I dont know if it will be on the live CD...certainly on ther new studio CD to be released next year Judy - California: Cool! I can't wait! SIMON KIRKE: wizz I love playing a small kit...I get more out of it than a large one... Kayleigh-maine: if there is one person that u would like to collaberate with that you haven't already, who would that person be? wizzard - germany: thats right ...simon..... DC: Si, you are the master of the small kit SIMON KIRKE: Kay leet me ponder that one for a bit Kayleigh-maine: ok Volker-Germany: are you really workin on a new bad co cd? some new songs already been written? SIMON KIRKE: I like Mick Jones of Foreigner he would be goo to write with...also Santana...too many to mention AlMayer-NC: Simon....Phil Rudd (of AC/DC) names you as a huge influence...another small kit player....any thoughts on Phil?? Kayleigh-maine: cool SIMON KIRKE: Volk...yeah we already have stuff worked out for next year DC: Is anything ever going to happen with your photography Si ? Volker-Germany: sounds great....Si Scotty Ford-California: Simon how would I find out what Rick Wills is up to now days..he is such a gentleman? Judy - California: So I did hear you guys may tour with Foreignor...not sure who told me that...but it would be cool to see the new line up with Rick Wills - that is if he's playing with them. SIMON KIRKE: Yeah...although Im not a huge fan of AC/DC he is a nifty drummer....hardly uses any drum fills.... Terry-Toronto: In your old promos you often have this Bad dude, Elvis, curved lipped scowl. (Wings) Is that corporate of really You. LOL AlMayer-NC: no drum fills....no ride cymbal! DC: Both Malcom and Angus are big Free fans too SIMON KIRKE: Foreigner was anoption but it looks as if that has fallen through....yes it would be nice to see Rick with them...he is a great player Lucy-Atlanta: Simon please excuse me some family have just appeared at my front door, I need to dissapear for a while, will catch yo later. Lucy Lucy-Atlanta: Sorry!!!!!! jimmy kunes: We really had a blast with Simon in the studio, and all the follow-up o/d`s are going smooth as silk...... come to N,Y. for a wee visit. SIMON KIRKE: Go ahead Lucy Lucy-Atlanta: Enjoy everyone BYE Kayleigh-maine: bye lucy Irene - Upper Michigan: thanks Lucy! Scotty Ford-California: lucy hurry back wizzard - germany: bye lucy..... DC: Jimmy I may be in NY for The Who shows jimmy kunes: cheers, Lucy. Jimmy. SIMON KIRKE: Terry no I dont really try to put on any faces...just happens naturally...I see somne of the faces I pull playing drums and cringe...I think is that really me? Volker-Germany: where are you chattin from now Si...NYC? Scotty Ford-California: Simon what is your golg handicap now? Chuck-Baltimore: has anyone had contact with the elusive Mr. Fraser? Scotty Ford-California: golf ohps Judy - California: Well you guys can definitely stand alone! Anyone else you'd like to tour with if you had you preference? Irene - Upper Michigan: Simon...you're looking so young and fit ...what's your secret??!! Terry-Toronto: Who influenced you in developing that strutting style, expecially evident in Free? wizzard - germany: wizzard - germany: SIMON KIRKE: 4 kids....no drinking or drugs...yoga and good food SIMON KIRKE: Terry no one in particular...do you mean walking or playing drums?? wizzard - germany: simon...when did you start drumming... SIMON KIRKE: susan Tedesci would be great to tour with SIMON KIRKE: wizzard...when I was 13 Irene - Upper Michigan: yes, I love Susan's music! Judy - California: How is the live DVD shaping up? Scotty Ford-California: Simon Jaz and you played very well together I thought..do you guys get on well personaly also wizzard - germany: wizzard - germany: where are my comments...? SIMON KIRKE: Judy its great ..almost finished I was in Denver last week helping with the editing....I think you will like it... Irene - Upper Michigan: did have a chance to get to know Steve Conte touring last summer...he's an awesome guitar player! Volker-Germany: also wanted to ask bout the new DVD...is it gonna show an entire show? Judy - California: I'm buying a DVD player just so I can watch it! Irene - Upper Michigan: same here, Judy ;-) Terry-Toronto: Playing the drums. Free's rythym section was certainly one of a kind? I've heard it called cat like, push and pull, strut. SIMON KIRKE: Scotty...I cannot praise Jaz high enough...he is an inspiration to play with...he is also good company for bucket...when those two hit town it's every man for themselves.... Scotty Ford-California: I saw Susan on the B B King tour...how about another classic rock band or a blues artist on tour what would you prefer? SIMON KIRKE: Teryy never heard that one before....swaggering teens that's what we were Scotty Ford-California: yeah you have that right Si Judy - California: Yes Jaz and Buck are crazy! Tell Jaz I still think he lives in a castle (in Scotland!) Volker-Germany: or bits and pieces from various gigs on that DVD? SIMON KIRKE: Volk..it is an entire show...taken from 2 shows...Denver and Los Angeles...Slash and Neal Schon guest on a coupla trax Volker-Germany: perhaps some backstage bits? SIMON KIRKE: Robert Cray...and Government MUle would be nice Scotty Ford-California: Simon will the new dvd include any footage from the Konocti shows ? wizzard - germany: simon..what are your favourite bands SIMON KIRKE: yes back stage bits and interviews from a lot of people including me and Paul Kayleigh-maine: simon, what was it like playing with neal schon and slash Judy - California: How about some "bloopers" SIMON KIRKE: yes..backstage from Konocti wizzard - germany: and who is your favourite drummer...beside you.... Volker-Germany: wow....lookin forward.....may will be the month of release isn't it? SIMON KIRKE: Kay playing with Schon is like riding a whirlwind...Slah was lovely...reminded me of Koss a bit Terry-Toronto: When Pretty Things toured U.S a few years ago, did you get a chance to chance to see Phil, Dick and the boy? Scotty Ford-California: Si will you guys be doing small theaters like konocti or the sheds? SIMON KIRKE: May/June release...contact our management: tbaent.com for further updates Judy - California: Northern california (plug) Mountain Winery Saratoga SIMON KIRKE: wizz...my alltime fave drummer was Al Jackson Jr who played with Otis Redding...new guys I like are Taylor Hawkins with foo fighters and Zachary Alford Scotty Ford-California: Si I met Charlie B. at Konocti will he have updates at tba. ??? SIMON KIRKE: No Terry I didnt even know they were out SIMON KIRKE: Yeah Judy played there with Ringo a few years ago Terry-Toronto: Are there any regulars that drop by your place that are favs to jam with? Sandy-Texas: Thanks for coming to the May 20th show here in S. A. with Bad. Co.---awesome concert SIMON KIRKE: In New York not really ...I write with a few people in my studios but travelling musos are off limits AlMayer-NC: Simon....Do you hear anything from Mick Ralphs? Judy - California: Please come back! You will have a bunch of us in the front row!! SIMON KIRKE: Hey Sandy how r u? Scotty Ford-California: Charlie is wonderful. he was such a big asset to me when I was getting 'Buck' and Mick the guitars from gibson Sandy-Texas: great thank you!! SIMON KIRKE: Havent heard from Mick for a while but Im gonna get in touch with him soon...I miss the old bugger Terry-Toronto: Who do you have a natural writing rapour with? Scotty Ford-California: Si my believe is that there are only to guitarist that have the Bad Company feel and that is either Mick or 'Buck' wizzard - germany: simon..did you ever think of playing with ozzy or do you think, ozzy may reject your small drum kit SIMON KIRKE: several guys...Larry Dvoskin and Frank Carillo from NYC who are regulars at my house..Id like to go to Nahville to write as well jimmy kunes: Dave, keep me up to speed on Who action.... I`ll probably go on 31 July..... Simon, can`t wait to get your piano down!!!!!! SIMON KIRKE: Nah Wiz...I think Ozzy is great but his music is not my cup of schnapps .... wizzard - germany: love your drumming by the way... Volker-Germany: let ozzy team up with his old black sabbath mates...would be better SIMON KIRKE: Jimmy lets do a date soon Im off to Europe on 23rd March Volker-Germany: stay with bad co...Si Sandy-Texas: yes awesome drumming Judy - California: What type of music do you like to listen on your freetime? Terry-Toronto: Nice to protect your family from drop-ins. Sandy tells us in your younger days you kept the neighbourhood up all night with Koss at his Portobello flat. SIMON KIRKE: Mozart, Hendrix, Blink 182, N Sync Charlie Parker, Segovia....\ Scotty Ford-California: Si thanks for performing "Wishing Well" at Konocti..my all time favorite song and to hear it twice at sound check then during the performance was absolutly unbelievable thanks so much AlMayer-NC: From Nicholas (age 7)...."Simon...you are one good drummer!" DC: OK Jimmy, I'll get you my email Judy - California: Cool that's a very diverse mix of music! SIMON KIRKE: Terry well someone had to keep an eye on who was coming and going...I think Sandy will agree that those 6 months were some of the longest in our lives Irene - Upper Michigan: Simon, do you hear anything from Andy Fraser? SIMON KIRKE: wel thank you Nicholas...do you drum yourself or with your dad? Judy - California: Yes will you be playing other Free songs on the tour? I love it when you guys do that! Sandy-Texas: This is the other Sandy from Tx...not to be confused with our adorable Sandhe :) SIMON KIRKE: Scotty that on the DVD with Slah and Neal HEAVY!! Sandy-Texas: But she and I did attend the May 20th concert together...We had a blast!! SIMON KIRKE: Oh oh Im sorry Sandy...anyway they wwwwwwere long months...trust me! Chuck-Baltimore: Simon, how old were you when you joined Black Cat Bones? AlMayer-NC: Nicholas says , "I drum myself!" Sandy-Texas: I bet they were fun SIMON KIRKE: Judy I dont know...wishing well was a blast we AlMayer-NC: SIMON KIRKE: we'll have to see SIMON KIRKE: chuck I was 19 Scotty Ford-California: paul mentioned after the first rehaersal of "wishing' that it was like trying to stop a freight train...simply unbelievable Terry-Toronto: A Simon original version of live Anna hopefully is in order, gee doesn't Paul give you a little breathing room? Irene - Upper Michigan: can't wait to get the DVD! SIMON KIRKE: Yeah I nearly got a hernia bringing that lot to a halt Kayleigh-maine: simon, are your kids musical Scotty Ford-California: he he LOL SIMON KIRKE: mmm terry I like your style SIMON KIRKE: Kay they all are wizzard - germany: simon...what do you think of the album here comes trouble and the singer brian howes ? wizzard - germany: i think he is an awfull singer Irene - Upper Michigan: listening to "The Bone" right now and Rock Steady is playing...cool! Chuck-Baltimore: Simon, what's your take on all the non-Paul Bad Co albums? SIMON KIRKE: Wizz that particular era in my life was pretty ppainful...when we first started working with Howe he was OK but then he became a pain....the only decent album from that era was Holy Water SIMON KIRKE: Chuck read below....I also loved the albums we did with Robert Hart...He was great to work with...and had a lovely voice wizzard - germany: agree simon... Volker-Germany: i liked the song "How bout that"...of the non Rodgers era...most Chuck-Baltimore: He reminded me of Paul in some ways SIMON KIRKE: yeah well any band that has been around for as long as us is bound to have some hiccups Volker-Germany: yep...thought Hart was always tryin hard to sound like Paul... Chuck-Baltimore: How did you guys find Robert Hart? Irene - Upper Michigan: certainly...but it's great to see you and Paul touring again...just great! Judy - California: Do you guys still get excited about playing live? Seems that you're having more fun than ever! SIMON KIRKE: well Volk that was his natural sound...I dont think he was trying to sound like him...he is a soul singer like Paul but Paul is still the king Irene - Upper Michigan: wish there'd be a "semi" FREE reunion tho ;-) SIMON KIRKE: yeah we still love playing live...always will Chuck-Baltimore: I think we all do! Terry-Toronto: Some rehersal you auta' take the Mike and give to sticks to Paul and just start counting, and a one and a two! wizzard - germany: simon...any of your kids into the music buisiness as well? Judy - California: That's cool 'cuz we'll always love watching you guys live! SIMON KIRKE: Well Andy is laying low and PR doesnt exactly get along with him so a reunion is definitely no t on the cards Scotty Ford-California: Si you guys should do a co-headling stint with Free then Bad Company...it would be like running a marithon Sandy-Texas: a few months back we asked Paul if you guys would do an unplugged show. Would you consider it? Irene - Upper Michigan: and now "The Bone" is playing Movin' On ...too cool SIMON KIRKE: wizz I said earlier that all my kids are into music Chuck-Baltimore: Don't you think Andy would be the most resistant to a semi-Free reunion? SIMON KIRKE: but not in the business... Volker-Germany: good station ...Irene wizzard - germany: sorry didnt see that listening to your drumming at the moment.... SIMON KIRKE: chuck...andy is in his own world and will NOT come out to play Irene - Upper Michigan: yeah...nice to get San Francisco radio online Judy - California: Yes 107.7 San Francisco! Chuck-Baltimore: so I've heard! Judy - California: We at the Tons club will continue to request Bad Co and Free SIMON KIRKE: everyone I'm gonna have to sign off in a few minutes Scotty Ford-California: 107.7thebone.com Irene - Upper Michigan: I'd love to see Walk in my Shadow performed live....would be a thrill...I love that song Judy - California: Tell Jaz and Buck they 'owe' us a chat! jimmy kunes: Dave keep up the good work . I was looking forward to an alt. version of GOODBYE- anything in there? Scotty Ford-California: thanks so much Si..look forward to our golf match this summer Eileen-NJ: Hi! Do you still keep in contact with Andy? SIMON KIRKE: we can do this again in a coupla months...but remember to cal our management ... Terry-Toronto: Why don't you just bring in Andy one day to break the ice, just like Sinatra did with Lewis and Martin. Life is too short. Scotty Ford-California: better bring lots of balls (golf) Judy - California: We'll be here! Sandy-Texas: Thank you Simon. You're the greatest:) Chuck-Baltimore: you can lead a horse to water but....... SIMON KIRKE: walk in my shadow...first song Free ever played at the legendary rehearsal Volker-Germany: thx Si for chattin with us again...appreciate that (everyone here does) SIMON KIRKE: nah terry it wont happen dont hold your breath.... Kayleigh-maine: simon, i have to go. thank u for answering my questions and thank you lucy for making this happen Judy - California: Oh...and thanks for signing my French pressing All Right Now at the Tahoe show Chuck-Baltimore: yeah Simon, thanks for taking out the timel.... Scotty Ford-California: yeah lucy you are the bomb SIMON KIRKE: Eilleen no I dont Scotty Ford-California: cya Si Sandy-Texas: Thank you for coming on :) Eileen-NJ: Thanks SIMON KIRKE: OK I goota go ...thanks every one for being SO supportive...bye 4 now Terry-Toronto: Thank You,everything starts with the drums, to quote Ringo! |