"We put on gigs in Bristol under the name of the Frathouse.
Coming up November we have the Hangee V, Mfc Chicken and The Fleshtones in December.
Support slot is usualy from one of our two local bands Los Imbeciles or Hi Class Joes and great…"
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R.I.P. Bert Weedon, British-born guitar legend.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Danny des Pirate Jun 18, 2012. 3 Replies 1 Like
His 'Play in a Day' books sold over 1 million copies. He will be missed!I have been collecting Bert Weedon 7'' records over the past year after 1st hearing his talented pluckings on British…Continue
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Hi Class Joes replied to Dead Beat's discussion Great British Bands (The British Evasion) in the group EuropeHi Class Joes replied to TylerM's discussion Anyone know any good current UK garage bands?"There are loads of bands playing around the Uk. Check out my band The Hi Class Joes from Bristol, MFC Chicken and King Salami from London, Les Bof and the Brutes from Scotland. The Staggs from Wigan and the Romleys from Liverpool, The Arousers…"
Hi Class Joes replied to Byrdie's discussion Any good sixties garage gigs/clubs going on in London tomorrow night (Friday 14th Sept)? in the group Europe"Are you going to the Beat Convention Sat 24th Crouch End?
Gonna be great. 7 bands."
Hi Class Joes replied to Gruesome Grinham's discussion Most Authentic Sounding Garage / Beat Band From the Last 30 Years."Its very difficult to be absolutely period perfect. The Hi Class Joes are trying to replicate the sound and look of an early British Beat band. We dress the part and also use all vintage equipment. I would have to say that we are probably…"
Hi Class Joes replied to The Mobbs's discussion VISAs and the USA in the group Bands & Musicians"Be carefull though. I heard a story a few years back. Someone had a set list in their bag and the immigration official did an internet search and found out they were touring. They were refused entry."
The Meanie Geanies left a comment for Hi Class Joes"Thank you, gentlemen! Enjoying your smooth, shakin' sounds and your stylish pics!
Since you asked, there's a few videos of us playing live on youtube that you can check out.
Cheers from Athens!"
Hi Class Joes commented on jason cook's video
The Applejacks - Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom (Everybody Fall Down).MP4
"Hello Simon. We are playing two gigs in London. 1st gig is at the Blues Kitchen in Camden. Its free and its on the 24th Aug. 2nd gig is at the Beat Convention at Crouch end on 22nd September. Hopefully our lp will be out by then. Thanks for…"
Danny des Pirate replied to Hi Class Joes's discussion R.I.P Bert Weedon, British-born guitar legend."We had our website front page dedicated solely to "Mr Bertie" (fans of the Basil Brush show will understand this epithet) for a week back in April.
Two previous musicians to so move us on passing on were the late, great Captain…"
Hi Class Joes posted an eventHi Class Joes play Blues Kitchen,Camden Town,Aug 24th. at Blues Kitchen
August 24, 2012 at 8pm to August 25, 2012 at 2am
Influenced by the Big 3, Johnny Kid and the Pirates, The Beatles, etc.. Our 1st trip to London. We play British style early 60's Beat and Rnb played fast and loud!! See More
Hi Class Joes posted a status"Just been added to the bill at the Beat Convention 2012 September 22nd in Crouch End,London. With Les Bof, MFC Chicken and more."
Hi Class Joes replied to gregory allen pacheco's discussion garage-punk shirts, stickers, buttons, etc. online?"I buy shirts on Ebay from a seller called goodfellaswear. He has lots of nice bowling shirts and cocktail shirts. He also gives you the armpit to armpit size which is really helpfull."
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- Location:
- bristol england
- Bio:
- Groups may come and go but the Hi Class Joes are here to stay!
Virtually unknown outside the West Country, although not for much longer, the Joes possess a dynamism and polish on a par with the top recording stars.
The group's manager Richard Down insisted on producing their first disc, the extremely catchy Boom Boom (Everybody Fall Down), after catching the band at their monthly residency at the Locarno in Bristol. The sound on the disc could almost have been taken from their live stage show. Full of energy and drive - the song bounces along until the last ringing chord.
Five guys named Joe
Joe James (Lead vocals)
Tried various jobs in industry but didn't take to them, so great was his love for music. Joe James' full-blooded knockout vocals are a Hi Class Joes trademark. His favourite food is shepherd's pie.
Joe Crabtree (Lead guitar and close harmonies)
An ex-choir boy who gave up a promising career in office accounting to play guitar for the Hi Class Joes. Also an electronics boffin - when not playing guitar he spends his time tinkering with the band's amplifers and PA equipment.
Joe Ash (Bass and backing vocals)
Worked as a costing clerk and storeman before turning professional. Joe Ash has played in numerous local beat combos, he left his last group after hearing the Joes were on the lookout for a bass player. His favourite drink is Cola.
Joe “Cookie” Cook (Drums)
Left his career as head chef on an international cruise ship to play drums for the Joes. Enjoys collecting records by instrumental groups and reading science fiction. His favourite drink is Dandelion and Burdock.
Joe Lynch (Harmonica and backing vocals)
Turned professional following a career as an insurance salesman. Originally from London, Joe Lynch can often be found playing blues harp at various R&B sessions across Bristol. His favourite drink is a pint of mild.
What the press say about the Joes...
“Listen to their sound, watch them onstage and experience that small excitement which then gets bigger inside you. The Hi Class Joes are going to be one of the best bands on the scene for many years.”
Lord William of Buckinghamshire, Big New Beat magazine
“The fans in the theatre have a fire in their eyes. With an almost contemptuous ease, the Hi Class Joes hit the stage and slam the audience back into their seats. They finished their set of R&B-type numbers with the audience standing and screaming on their seats, begging for more.”
Reverend John Charles, Beat Sounds magazine
“Sensational. Brilliant. Out of this world. Just some of the phrases I overheard when leaving the auditorium theatre. With their lively discs, exciting stage performances and hilarious radio shows - everything is positively swinging for the Joes!”
Maureen Cox, Boyfriend magazine
- Favorite Music/Influences (list some bands, musicians, genres, etc.):
- The Big Three, Johnny Kid and the Pirates, The AppleJacks, The Hollies, Adam Faith,
- Other Hobbies/Interests:
- Motorcycles, vintage record fairs, cooking, cycling, vintage clothes, getting drunk.
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Comment Wall (19 comments)
- At 10:19am on March 9, 2013,
Eddie Eval said… 
- At 9:38am on July 3, 2012, The Meanie Geanies said…
Thank you! Looking forward to your lp!
- At 9:07am on June 26, 2012, The Meanie Geanies said…
Thank you, gentlemen! Enjoying your smooth, shakin' sounds and your stylish pics!
Since you asked, there's a few videos of us playing live on youtube that you can check out.
Cheers from Athens!
- At 4:25am on June 18, 2012, Danny des Pirate said…
Good Luck with the LP, Chaps..! DdP
- At 12:12pm on March 24, 2012,
VinylAvengers said…
You guys sound great! We love the Hi Class Joes!
- At 4:32am on March 4, 2012,
Rock & Roll Rampage Radio Show said… Hi there Thank you for being a friend.
stay tuned & Trash on!
Maybe will see you in holland some day
- At 3:27pm on February 24, 2012,
Ricky Toner said… Cool. Thanks for adding me. Keep me posted on your arrival in Edinburgh. I do a radio show and could play some of your music if you can send anything over. Cheers
- At 3:36am on January 12, 2012,
JACK TORERA said… Pleased to meet ya! yep, tram ride was a blast indeed, cheers!
- At 2:02am on January 12, 2012,
sideshow Barty said… genuinely sorry i missed your show at the thunderbolt but lookin' forward to the next local shindig fo' sure.
- At 3:23pm on November 20, 2011,
Muck said… Congrats hi Class Joes! Lets hook up for a show in 2012! -MUCK
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