John Wicks currently works as a producer/songwriter and has formed a new all-star lineup known as John Wicks And The Records. Wicks performs classic songs from his days with The Records, which he co-founded with drummer/songwriter Will Birch in the 1970s.
Although the original version of The Records disbanded in the 1980s, their music is still a major attraction in the world of rock and roll. Their hit single 'Starry Eyes' is still played on classic rock and college rock radio stations throughout the continents.
At a John Wicks And The Records show, expect to hear classic songs from his years in The Records in addition to all-new material.
John Wicks And The Records continue to play sold out shows, having performed with the likes of Guided By Voices and Dramarama among others. John Wicks And The Records have contributed to charitable causes for Cystic Fibrosis, Tsunami Diaster Relief, AIDS research and fundraising for the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
John Wicks And The Records play concert halls, clubs, rock and roll radio festivals private events, corporate parties, political functions, weddings, sports functions, Bar Mitzvahs and most other events. John Wicks And The Records may be available for your next event!
Drummer/songwriter Will Birch is not currently touring with John Wicks And The Records but has remained active in the world of music, working as a respected rock historian and businessman. Guitarist/singer, Jude Cole, was the only American to play in The Records and would later pursue a solo career in rock music. Today, Jude Cole produces numerous artists and co-owns Ironworks Studios with actor Kiefer Sutherland.
Hailing from London, England, The Records performed with such acts as Elvis Costello, The Cars, The Jam with Paul Weller, Robert Palmer and Joe Jackson. The Records formed at the height of rock and roll in the 1970s and recorded three major label albums for Virgin Records. They released several singles including Starry Eyes, Teenarama and Hearts In Her Eyes. Albums included "Shades In Bed," "Crashes," "Music On Both Sides," "Paying For The Summer Of Love" and "A Sunny Afternoon In Waterloo." Written by John Wicks and drummer Will Birch, The Records released Starry Eyes as a music video and radio single, which had a long ride in Billboard's Hot 100 and is still in active rotation on many modern rock radio stations including heritage alternative WHFS FM in Washington DC where it remains one of the most requested songs of all-time.
The songs 'Girl In The Golden Disc' and 'Starry Eyes,' are both featured on this site. These tracks are classic performances from John's years in The Records. The Records' personnel changed during each album and tour and the information below is intended to serve as a timeline for The Records.
Shades In Bed tour: John Wicks, Will Birch, Phil Brown, Huw Gower and Ian Gibbons of The Kinks.
Crashes tour: John Wicks, Will Birch, Phil Brown and Jude Cole.
Music On Both Sides tour: John Wicks, Will Birch, Phil Brown, Dave Whelan, Chris Gent |
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