Crintabulated

CRINTABULATED (2010)
The Manband Mash-Up Collection and Tribute to Micky Jones (1946 - 2010)

One of my favourite musicians was Micky Jones, guitarist and vocalist with Man. He had few equals in the world of improvisation and a fabulous touch. The band were quite big in the UK in the early Seventies, popular in Europe and had made a couple of visits to the West Coast of America.

By 1977, the band had split. They subsequently reformed in 1983 but it was never quite the same for me.

In 2002 Micky temporarily left through ill-health. Although he briefly returned, he was diagnosed as having a brain tumour and finally retired from touring in 2004. He spent his last few years in Residential Care before passing away peacefully in April 2010.

A couple of Memorial Concerts have been planned for September 3 and 18 2010 at Pontardawe Arts Centre, near Swansea.
Details here: http://www.manband.co.uk/mickygigs.pdf

There will be a merchandise stall with proceeds going towards the Samantha Dickson Brain Tumour Trust, The Awel-y-Mor Care Centre and a headstone for Micky.

To do my bit, I have compiled a CD of Man Mash-Ups. And yes I do realise 'Man' and 'Mash-Up' don't immediately go hand in hand. However, you should be used to that sort of thing by now.

The CD, entitled 'Crintabulated', is about 45 minutes and I must stress it's free, not a commercial release - but hopefully you will feel inclined to make a donation (£5 has been suggested, make it more if you like!) This will go to Micky's nominated causes. Then rush out and buy all the commercially available products.

You can either request a copy and specify the size of your donation and address through the Paypal 'Donate' option below, or by emailing me on info@nicknation.co.uk givng me your name and address. In return I will give you details of where to send a cheque/postal order.

Thanks - and remember - Be Good To Yourself At Least Once A Day.