Compiled by Phil Singleton 'Philjens'
2008/2009 NEWS
13th June
The Slits release their first album in nearly 30 years. "Legendary punk band's new line-up features the daughter of a Sex Pistol. 'Trapped Animal', due out in the US on October 6, will mark the 30th anniversary of their 1979 debut 'Cut'. The album's first single, 'Ask Ma', will be released in August. The band's current line-up features original members Ari Up and Tessa Pollitt, along with Hollie Cook, the daughter of Sex Pistols' drummer Paul Cook, Anna Schlute and Adele Wilson." www.nme.com [thanks Lynne Stracey]
26th May
Paul Cook's band Man Raze are supporting Alice Cooper during the UK leg of his Theatre Of Death tour.
November 24, Manchester Apollo Manchester.
November 25, Clyde Auditorium Glasgow.
November 27, Newcastle City Hall Newcastle.
November 28, Sheffield City Hall Sheffield.
November 29, Swindon Oasis Swindon.
December 01, Civic Hall Wolverhampton.
December 02, Plymouth Pavilions Plymouth.
December 04, Nottingham Royal Concert Hall Nottingham.
December 05, Brighton Centre Brighton.
December 06, Hammersmith Apollo,London.
29th April
Steve Jones at Union Square subway station in New York! franklinavenue.blogspot.com/
22nd April
Paul Cook's Man Raze will be appearing at the Download Festival, Donnington Park, UK on
13 June http://www.downloadfestival.co.uk. The band play a warm-up show on
10 June at the Academy 2, Dublin.
3rd April
Steve Jones in Otago Daily Times: Radio salves old punk's pirate soul. "... like so many people in America these days, the 53-year-old rock star turned radio DJ is looking for a job. "It's weird not to have somewhere to go," Jones said. "And wherever I do go next won't be the same, I know that."" www.odt.co.nz/entertainment/ [thanks Robert]
26th March
Steve spoke recently to 30 Days Out at SXSW in Austin where he played a gig at a Best Buy store, with Michael Des Barres joining him for Anarchy In The UK.
Steve on his radio future: "Well, I have a couple of irons in the fire right now … there's another station in L.A. that might be getting something together along the lines of Indie 103.1, and I could do that. I've also been talking to Sirius (satellite radio) and could do something for them too. Right now I'm just taking it easy and sort of enjoying the down time, you know?"
Steve on The Stooges: "I have talked with Iggy about doing something with him again, maybe playing guitar in a line-up of the Stooges. Not that I could hope to replace Ron (Asheton, who died earlier this year) but we could mix it up a bit, do a few Pistols songs. You know, we were influenced by the Stooges … the Sex Pistols did “No Fun” on our American tour.... it won't happen this year because Iggy doesn't want to tour. Maybe next year … don't really know what form it could take, really, it's all just talk. "
http://30daysout.wordpress.com/
12th March
"Punk icon Iggy Pop is taking Sex Pistols star Steve Jones' offer to join The Stooges seriously. He says, "I talked to Steve, and if I wanted an extra guitar, he'd be the guy to call." " www.contactmusic.com/news
9th February
Exclusive Decca Wade Interview. Steve Jones & Paul Cook's post-Pistols group, The Professionals, were involved along with the Angelic Upstarts in an infamous riot at a gig in Montreal. Upstart's drummer Decca Wade recalls what happened that night in the summer of 1982. Click here.
8th February
The March issue of Classic Rock includes a positive review and picture of Man Raze's gig at The Barfly in London in December (page 180).
4th February
LA Times: "'Jonesy's Jukebox' runs out of nickels.The demise of Indie 103.1 leaves Sex Pistol Steve Jones, host of the unorthodox but beloved show, without a day job. " www.latimes.com/ [thanks Bobe77]
3rd February
Paul Cook's iPod shuffle features in the February issue of Classic Rock. Jimmy Cliff, Madonna, Sinatra, The Faces, Hole, and Frankie Valli all feature on Paul's iPod.
22nd January
Ladies and Gentlemen the Fabulous Stains, the film featuring Steve Jones and Paul Cook is shown on TCM, (Turner Classic Movies), in the USA on 30th January. No commercials, no cuts!
17th January
Jonesy's Jukebox has ended on Indie 103.1 after five years.
News release: "...After five years as host of the flagship Indie 103.1 radio show "Jonesy's Jukebox", Steve Jones is currently exploring other options and is in talks to expand "Jonesy's Jukebox" due to yesterday's (January 15) announcement that Los Angeles radio station Indie 103.1 has ceased broadcasting.
The SEX PISTOLS guitarist and music icon was heard by fans around the world on "Jonesy's Jukebox" — via Indie 103.1 and its web site — for two hours every weekday since 2004. Jones is known for breaking new artists and his eclectic musical taste, which he brought to the show every day. Based on his vast musical knowledge and longtime commitment to music (supporting both icons and up-and-coming artists), his interviews were both personal and freewheeling. Many artists came away from interviews with Jones feeling that it was the best experience they'd ever had with a radio interview.
"I want to thank everybody for listening to the show and supporting the station," says Jones. "It was an experience I truly enjoyed and the support I got from my fans and artists who came on the show was just incredible. I'd like to think we broke some rules and that everyone had a bloody good time. Thanks for listening." "
15th January 2009
Indie 103.1 - the home of Jonesy's Jukebox - has moved to an internet only station, and has ceased transmitting over the airwaves
"... because of changes in the radio industry and the way radio audiences are measured, stations in this market are being forced to play too much Britney, Puffy and alternative music that is neither new nor cutting edge. " www.indie1031.com
10th December
Last night's Man Raze Water Rats gig reviewed. Click here.
9th December
"Morrissey joins Noel Gallagher backstage at Oasis gig." (So does Steve Jones!) http://www.nme.com/news/oasis/
5th December
Site Exclusive. Ray McVeigh interview - Part Two. Ray discusses the production of the album I Didn't See It Coming, song writing, the Montreal riot with the Angelic Upstarts, the car crash, America, "All the Nasty Girls", the break-up, his post-Professionals activities, and the future. Click here.
4th December
Steve Jones and Duff McKagen played together on stage in LA last night with Camp Freddy.
3rd December
Professionals reunion update: On today's Jonesy's Jukebox Steve Jones mentioned that he, Paul Cook, Ray McVeigh and Duff McKagen are thinking about playing some Professionals gigs, possibly next summer. He asked guest Butch Walker if he would be interested in producing a new Professionals album.
2nd December
Iggy Pop - Where The Faces Shine Volume 2. Just out is a new Iggy Pop box set containing six CDs and a DVD. Steve Jones features on eleven Iggy rarities included in the collection. Read the review here.
1st December
Man Raze - Surreal: UK release today!! As they take to the road this week, Man Raze's album Surreal is released in the UK today.
Order Man Raze - Surreal. Out now in the UK
Catch them live this week.
| Man Raze announce their first ever tour dates Paul Cook's group play their first dates since their debut show in 2005 |
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Wed 3rd Dec Manchester Roadhouse 8 Newton Street, Piccadilly, M1 2AN |
26th November
Site Exclusive. Brand new Ray McVeigh interview. Ray McVeigh was enlisted into The Professionals by Steve Jones and Paul Cook in late 1980 to bolster the band's guitar sound. With Steve possessing one of the most recognisable and dynamic guitar sounds in rock 'n' roll, the addition of a second powerhouse guitar player was designed to make The Professionals one of the most ferocious groups on the planet.
Read Part One of the interview as Ray discusses his audition, live debut, John Peel session, producers, managers and much more. Click here.
8th November
Further to the previously mentioned Professionals reunion rumours, Steve said on Jonesy's Jukebox yesterday he would like to reform The Professionals for some shows next year: "Just going up and down the (West) coast." However this would depend on there being sufficient demand for tickets to cover costs. [thanks Stuart]
3rd November
Paul Cook and fellow Professional Ray McVeigh are at tonight's Classic Rock Magazine Awards at the Park Lane Hotel, Piccadilly, London.
30th October
Man Raze's album Surreal is to be re-released as a double CD edition on 17th November (Surrealist Records).
CD 1 is the standard album, CD 2 contains the following additional tracks: You're So Wrong / Low - Live In Burbank '08 / Turn It Up - Deep Dub / Runnin' Me Up - Instrumental Dub / Can't Find My Own Way - Live Acoustic.
26th October
Site Exclusive! Professionals future? On 10th October Killing Joke played House of Blues in LA...there was Steve Jones, Ray McVeigh, Duff McKagen, Dave Grohl, all seen sitting together at the same table...McKagen & Grohl are big Professionals fans.... Could this be a potential new Professionals line up??? Kick Down The Doors sources in LA hint at secret recording sessions with these four & Paul Cook who just happened to be out there that week too...
14th October
"Never mind the Ballacks. Two Sex Pistols are penning a new anthem for their beloved Chelsea FC. Bandmates Steve Jones and Paul Cook are combining their musical talent and years of Stamford Bridge knowledge. Steve revealed: "We want to do something that's not corny like all the other football songs. "Music and football tend to produce appalling results when put together, that's what we want to avoid." "
www.thesun.co.uk/ [thanks Gaff]
Further Ladies And Gentlemen, The Fabulous Stains soundtrack update.
Bad news: The on/off saga continues. The release is now shelved. Rhino have informed me that there are now no plans to release it. Amazon.com, who removed their download option, now list it as an "Upcoming New Release." Don't hold your breath.
30th September
"Chrissie Hynde saw a familiar face among the few hundred fans crowding the aisles Monday at the Pretenders' in-store performance at Amoeba Records in Hollywood. It was Sex Pistols drummer Paul Cook, and Hynde waved happily from the small stage, declaring "It's always good to have the Sex Pistols in the house." "
Rollingstone.com [thanks Gaff]
21st September
| Man Raze announce their first ever tour dates Paul Cook's group play their first dates since their debut show in 2005 |
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Wed 3rd Dec Manchester Roadhouse 8 Newton Street, Piccadilly, M1 2AN |
Ladies And Gentlemen The Fabulous Stains director Lou Alder is interviewed about the film.
www.ifc.com/film/
15th September
Cult film Ladies And Gentlemen The Fabulous Stains receives its first ever DVD release tomorrow (USA. Region 1). Filmed in 1980 and featuring Steve Jones and Paul Cook and future mega-stars Diane Lane and Laura Dean, the almost mythical film gathered a following all of its own. Read the God Save The Sex Pistols/Kick Down The Doors DVD preview. Click here.
3rd September
Further Ladies And Gentlemen, The Fabulous Stains soundtrack update.
Good news: The release is now tentatively scheduled for 6th October.
If you cannot wait, the soundtrack can now be downloaded from amazon.com.
Order the Region 1 DVD Ladies and Gentlemen, the Fabulous Stains REGION 1 NTSC
Order the Region 2 DVD Ladies and Gentlemen, The Fabulous Stains [1982]
Happy birthday Steve!
30th August
Ladies And Gentlemen, The Fabulous Stains soundtrack update. No sooner have Rhino listed this sought after release in their catalogue, than they promptly remove all trace! As stated in 28th August news item, Rhino had the soundtrack scheduled for 16th September. They now appear to have shelved it, at least for now. A big disappointment.
28th August
| Ladies And Gentlemen, The Fabulous Stains soundtrack is to be released on vinyl in the US on 16th September by Rhino. | |
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This is the first time the soundtrack has ever been released. http://www.rhino.com/store/ [thanks Karsten] The 1980 film featured Paul Cook and Steve Jones, along with Paul Simonon and Ray Winston, in the fictional group The Looters. Steve and Paul contributed 4 songs to the film, "Conned Again" , "La La La" , "Don't Blow It All The Way" , & "Professionals" (later to become better known as "Join The Professionals"). The soundtrack album listed in the film's end credits was never released, until now. |
| The film is also receiving its first ever DVD release in the US on 16th Setember. | |
19th August
PICTURE EXCLUSIVE! The Professionals reunited in 2008.
Steve Jones, Ray McVeigh, and Paul Myers back together. Steve, Ray and Paul met up for Jonesy's Jukebox on 1st July in London. This was the first time Steve and Paul Myers had met since........ The Professionals in 1982.
Picture sent in to Kick Down The Doors by Professionals guitarist Ray McVeigh himself. Click here.
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| It's Ray McVeigh's birthday today: Happy birthday! |
10th August
Lost Steve and Paul song discovered; Do I Love You, featuring Chrissie Hynde. For the full story, review & to listen to the track, click here.
28th July
Steve's mum is the guest on Jonesy's Jukebox today.
9th July
Ian Brown is the guest on Jonesy's Jukebox today.
8th July
Ed Tudorpole is the guest on Jonesy's Jukebox today.
1st July
Paul Myers and Ray McVeigh from The Professionals are today's guests on Jonesy's Jukebox. The first time Steve has seen Paul Myers in 30 years.
30th June
Jonesy's Jukebox. During the Sex Pistols tour Steve is broadcasting live from London a couple of days per week.
20th June
Ladies and Gentlemen, the Fabulous Stains, the 1980 movie featuring Steve and Paul (as part of fictional band The Looters) gets it's first ever DVD release in September in the USA.
5th June
Paul is on Jonesy's Jukebox today. http://www.indie1031.fm
3rd June
Paul is one of 25 artists that have designed a one-off 7 inch single artwork sleeve for Edwyn Collins new single Home Again which is out on 23rd June. The 25 will be hidden in the 1500 pressed up for release. Edwyn Collins plays an acoustic show at The Social in London on 9th June where all 25 artworks will be on display for one time only
2nd June
Man Raze - Surreal, the debut album by Paul's band is out tomorrow.
15th May
Edwyn Collins - Home Again (originally transmitted last year on BBC3) is repeated on BBC2 on Monday 19th May at 23.20. Paul is interviewed and filmed playing drums with Edwyn during his recovery from his stroke.
10th May
On Thursday May 8th, Steve and Paul again took to the stage with Camp Freddy at The Roxy, Hollywood. They performed Chinese Rocks and Bodies (with Steve on lead vocals). Camp Freddy will continue their residency at The Roxy with different guest performers each Thursday until the end of May. http://www.nme.com/news/
A video of Bodies from the show can be viewed at http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/
View pictures at http://www.mattsorum.tv/
5th May
The episode of Dirty Sexy Money, titled The Wedding, that featured Steve Jones playing the part of a DJ, is given a UK repeat showing tomorrow night (6th May) at 12.05am.
http://www.channel4.com/listings/C4/
4th May
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Camp Freddy / Steve Jones & Paul Cook Photographs from the Camp Freddy gig have been posted on http://www.letsgokings.com |
3rd May
Steve and Paul took to the stage to perform EMI with Dave Navarro's Camp Freddy at The Roxy, Hollywood on Thursday May 1st. The show was the first in a series of five thursday night shows at The Roxy by the group.
http://www.pr-inside.com/camp-freddy
http://www.billboard.com/bbcom/news/
25th April
Steve has been in Tokyo this week at the
Chrome Hearts Tokyo Flagship Renewal Event. Click for pictures. [thanks Stu]
22nd April
Paul Cook is hosting Jonesy's Jukebox again today. http://www.indie1031.fm
21st April
Paul Cook is hosting Jonesy's Jukebox today. http://www.indie1031.fm
2nd April
Man Raze Rocks LA.
Man Raze filmed a private show in Los Angeles that will premiere on VH1 Classic.com later this year. The band plans to launch a U.S. tour in 2008.
Check out new photos of Paul, Phil, and Simon performing in LA... http://www.manraze.com/
24th March
Gibson Custom website Steve Jones page http://www.gibsoncustom.com/
19th March
Man Raze - Surreal. Release date for the album has been confirmed as 3rd June.
Don't forget the exclusive Kick Down The Doors advance review of Surreal, the forthcoming debut album by Paul's band Man Raze. Click here .
23rd February
Steve Jones Custom
Gibson's recreation of Steve's legendary guitar. Gibson Custom Shop Artist Signature Collection Series Les Paul Custom Edition Of: 300. Nashville, TN, U.S.A. New Release- Currently Available |
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Standard Colors : Antique White Aged. |
 For futher details of the Steve Jones Les Paul Custom, available in a limited edition of 300, visit www.zuitar.com |
2nd February
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Kick Down The Doors Picture Exclusive! The full Hollywood United Over 40s team photo, including Steve Jones, can be viewed on sister site Hollywood United. Naveen Andrews, star of the TV show Lost, was a guest on last night's Friday Night With Jonathan Ross (BBC1 - repeated tonight). Naveen spoke about how Steve Jones inspired him to get clean. Naveen was heavily into drink and drugs and met "my hero" Steve Jones at a LA dinner party. Steve told him he had been clean for many years. Naveen thought: "If he can do it, so can I". |
31st January
MAN RAZE - SURREAL
Advance review of their sensational forthcoming debut album. Click here.
28th January
Watch Glen and Paul at the Carbon/Silicon gig on 25th January. Click here. [thanks Erik]
Exclusive pictures! Steve live at the Cathouse, Hollywood 1988. Click here.
26th January
Gig Review
Carbon/Silicon at The Inn On The Green 25th January 2008.
The band came on stage at 10.45pm. It was really hot and humid in this small club that holds about 200 and has a tiny stage only 6 inches off the floor, so you can only see the heads and shoulders of the band. Mick Jones and Tony James are smiling and really enjoying themselves.The first 40 mins of their 80 mins set was a bit samey but got much better later with great versions of "The News" and "What The Fuck".
The encore was dream ticket punk rock heaven, as first Sex Pistol Glen Matlock sang vocals and played bass for a belting "Twist And Shout" and then Sex Pistol Paul Cook joined them on drums for "Steppin Stone". So, on stage were members of The Clash, Sex Pistols, and Generation X. In the crowd was comedian Noel Fielding and Razorlight singer Johnny Borrell. An amazing finish to a pukka night. Gig Review by Ray Morrissey.
Paul Cook and Glen Matlock both took to the stage last night with Carbon/Silicon at the Inn On The Green, Ladbroke Grove, West London. Glen came on for the encore and played bass and sang lead vocals on Twist & Shout. Paul then came on and took over the drum kit for the second encore of Stepping Stone, with Glen still on bass & lead vocals. Carbon/Silicon are of course Mick Jones' (The Clash) and Tony James' (Generation X) highly acclaimed group.
23rd January
Steve Jones Custom
Gibson's recreation of Steve's legendary guitar.
"A white mid '70s Les Paul Custom with pin-up girl stickers has become one of rock & roll's most iconic symbols. The Gibson Custom Shop Steve Jones Custom is a recreation of this legendary instrument which is Gibson's tribute to one of rock's most unsung heroes, Steve Jones guitarist for the Sex Pistols and the guitar he used to make history."
Classic Rock has a review of the forthcoming Man Raze album, Surreal, and an interview with the band.
17th January
"A white mid '70s Les Paul Custom with pin-up girl stickers has become one of rock & roll's most iconic symbols. The Gibson Custom Shop Steve Jones Custom is a recreation of this legendary instrument which is Gibson's tribute to one of rock's most unsung heroes, Steve Jones guitarist for the Sex Pistols and the guitar he used to make history."
http://namm.harmony-central.com [thanks Adam].
7th January
MOJO issue 171 February 2008 has a full page interview with Steve. [thanks Roy].
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