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We set off early as I did
not want to get held up in the traffic, stopping off at junction 18 on
the M4 to pick up Pat, we arrived in London about 2 hours later and by
more luck than anything found our Hotel, We dropped off our cases and set
off to find the world famous "Ace Cafe" ,
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It was only a couple
of minutes walk away, and were not disappointed, what a fantastic place,
I knew straight away we were in for a good night, we set up the gear and
went off to get ready for the night.When we returned what a buzz the place
was heaving with over 300 leather clad bikers and rockers.
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KD opened the night and done
us proud again with a great set that had everyone singing along, she really
looked the part with her leather gear on. I was sat backstage on the stairs
when the band were doing there intro number "Hit And Miss" and I could
feel the goose bumps start to appear all over me, I was sure that Billy
was with me tonight and wanted to put on a good show for him,
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A young girl walked past
me on the stairs and asked if I would dedicate a song to a friend of hers
who was very ill, I said sure and asked her which one and she said "Maybe
Tomorow" Which took on a special meaning that night. The Band were
just finishing their intro and my intro started, 20 seconds later I was
standing in front of this huge crowd singing
I'd Never Find Another You
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With most of them singing
along with me word for word, ten songs and half an hour later I hid behind
the stage curtain while the band played "Telstar" I put on Vic England's
leather jacket, that he had kindly lent me.
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Back on stage for the
second half, and a truly amazing experience followed.
I had arranged with Jenny to
sing "That's Alright Mamma" and dedicate it to Billy's Mum Jean, Which
I did gladly and then Jenny presented Jean with a bronze Bust of Billy.
What followed next was the highlight of the evening, Jean agreed
to sing "In Thoughts Of You " with me, this was the proudest moment
of my life, I could not, and still cannot believe that I was on stage with
Billy's mum, singing one of his greatest songs with her,
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What a night. The Furysound
were on top form, Thanks Clive, Richard, Ritchie, Tony, and Barry, I would
also like to thank a few special people for making the night .
Pat, for her support (your the
greatest)
Jennny and Vic, For organizing
everything, Daniel for being Daniel (Magic), Clare for all her support
and the work she has done for the Sound Of Fury, Chris Eley for his enthusiasm
and Linda, Mark for inviting us to do the gig
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A big thank you to
my darling wife Chris for all her support, and for putting up with me"
she deserves a medal x x x
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And last but not least, a
big thank you to everyone who attended the gig and making it such a great
night.
Keep Rocking
Rob Dee x x x
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