It was one of those nights....

Hello,

It was one of those nights when you turn on the spotlights and amazing things come into view. Firstly though let's talk about Hallowsteam (I've clearly spent too much time listening to Count Rostov).

I think Linzi said it best when she said "Thank you to all who came and performed, traded, filmed, photographed, dressed as a crab, danced, tugged, chatted, listened or otherwise enjoyed Hallowsteam. You were all most lovely. Thanks to The Roadhouse and team for inviting us back and proving such congenial hosts once more! Big Hugs to everyone - mwah!"

Metropolis were a fantastic opening act, if you missed them this time then be sure to take the next chance you get to see them, you won't be disappointed.

Count Rostov was as brilliantly entertaining as ever (is he part man part meerkat?), and Birthrite showed just why they are an award winning band.

We kicked off the second half of the show, and fortunately for you I don't have time to explain how wonderful we were (or weren't). Gladstone followed and belted out a great set including classics such as The Curse Of Tutankhamun.

Next came The Cogkneys with their amazing music hall act. Then it was Seas of Mirth, all I can say is a man sized crab, tug of war, great music. If you were there you'll understand, if you weren't then words just can't describe the goings on, garrrr!

And finally, the unstoppable, showstopping BB Black Dog brought things to a brilliant conclusion with another consummate performance.

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So, what next for the Clocks? you may ask, the answer can be found in next weeks thrilling instalment of Crimson Clocks News. See you there, and thanks for reading.

Bring Out Your Living Dead....

Hello,

A big thank you to everyone that attended Steampunk after the Commandery, hope you enjoyed it and a particular thank you to those that bought one of our cd's. They have not been on sale before so you are the first people to own one. An equally large thank you to the organisers, sound crew and people that worked so hard to make the event a success. It was also good meet up with Gladstone and Birthrite again and to see old friends, and hopefully some new ones in the audience.

Next week will see us at The Roadhouse in Stirchley for Hallowsteam, it looks like being a day to remember. We highly recommend attending to see for yourself.

The full line up is as follows

15:00 Doors open
15:45 A spectacular beginning with Metropolis taking to the stage
16:30 The hilarious Count Rostov
17:15 The afternoon headliners, the award winning (for the theme tune to Blood and Bone China no less) Birthrite

There will then be a break until

18:30 Crimson Clocks (yes, it's us!) appear on stage
19:30 We're glad, you'll be glad because their time on stage is finally reached, it's Gladstone
20:30 The Cogkneys unleash their brand of music hall inspired entertainment
There will then be a short break

21:45 Avast there matey, it's the piratical Seas of Mirth
22:45 Just when you though things couldn't get any better, the evening headliners, BB Black Dog will bring events to an unforgettable climax (it is Saturday night after all).

As if that wasn't enough, a variety of excellent Steampunk traders will also be there throughout.

It's going to be a great day, so come along and bring and friend, living or dead. Tickets are available here

We hope to see you there.

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Thanks for reading.

Nice to see you...

Hello,

I would like to begin this week by thanking everyone that came to see us at The George IV last night (Alison, Deb, Lisa, Nikki, Chris et al. this means you) and the staff there - Adam, and James for doing the sound. We had a good time, and hope you did too.

Also a very big thank you to Regina Zernay Roberts for the following comment that she made about Crimson Clocks on twitter "A quirky Siouxsie Sioux+electric folk goth+a violinist= @ViktorOrndorff 's Crimson Clocks. Something cool about it.".

As if that wasn't enough, this week we are also suffering from a bout of uncontrollable font (it isn't your eyes, it really does look like that - and there seems to be nothing we can do about it). It's only the 'F' in font that stops us having a bout of uncontrollable Ont though.

Last week we had an interview with Linzi, this week it's the turn of Jo, our multi talented musician. So, without further ado, over to Jo ...

Name;    Jo

Instrument(s);

Violin, oboe and anything else I can get my hands on.

Tell me about your musical background;

Entirely classical, until Linzi recruited me to the dark side.

Who or what do you consider to be major influences on your music/playing;

On the violin, two former teachers, one of whom taught me from the age of 6 to 16 and was a fantastic musician and teacher.  I only took up the oboe a few years ago so I can name a whole range of oboists – both professional and amateur – whose sound I wish I could emulate.

Favourite bands/artists/composers – and why;

Anything Baroque; early 20^th century British music; Aaron Copland.  Early REM, The Smiths, The Cure, Radiohead.  More recently, I’ve been enjoying Sheelanagig and Flap for their quirkiness.  So, a bit of a strange mixture really…

           

What interests do you have in addition to music?

I read a lot, I’ve always enjoyed learning languages, and if I could spend all my wages on going on holidays, I would.

Any interesting facts or stories about yourself that you feel people need to know about?                       

            No!

Thanks Jo, and beware of any strange man wearing a hat!.

Next week we will be at the Steampunk Weekend at The Commandery,  followed by Hallowsteam on the 27th.

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Until next time, thanks for reading and we hope to see you soon.

           

That's Novel

Hello,

This week, rather than ramble on again about upcoming gigs (13th at the George IV, 20th at Steampunk Weekend at The Commandery, 27th at Hallowsteam), we feature an interview with our vocalist Linzi. So without further ado...heeeer's Linzi

Instrument(s);

The vocal chords.  Some would say, in combination with a lot of hot air.

Tell me about your musical background;

Linzi; There are loads of CDs on the wall in the background of this room...

Who or what do you consider to be major influences on your music/playing;

Linzi; Darkness.  The void.  Monsters and Demons, Villains and Heroes.  Also the doors, Nick Cave, cats and METAL \m/

Favourite bands/artists/composers – and why;

Linzi; See above.  I like twisty clever lyrics and dark vibes as well as some power in my choons.  I don’t like sappy ballads – everyone does them, and they’re just dull.

What interests do you have in addition to music?

Linzi; I write – my first novel, ‘The Home Front (The Automata Wars)’ has just been published through The Last Line.  It’s a science-fiction with dashes of steampunk and horror.  I’ve also contributed short stories to all three volumes of the ‘Asylum’ steampunk compilations, also published by The Last Line (if you want to know more about my writing and other stuff, you can learn more at my website, where I, too, have a blog…).

I’m also interested in history – currently studying for an MA in West Midlands history.  And I make stuff.  And I’m a sci-fi geek.  And I like chocolate.

Any interesting facts or stories about yourself that you feel people need to know about?

Linzi; I have been enslaved by two cats.  Please send help.

Also still waiting to become the Doctor’s assistant.  I’m sure he’ll turn up one day…

Thanks Linzi.

In case anyone was wondering, we can confirm, that to accompany his spaghetti bolognese Dr Who prefers Dalek bread. Time to get my coat I believe.

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Thanks for reading.