Who is the SEX PISTOLS New Singer? Why Frank Carter?

Are you going to one of the Sex Pistols show this month in London? Or, are you like me and wish you lived in England and were going? Do you know anything about the singer Frank Carter, whom they chose to fill in for Lydon? If you're like me and don't know anything about him, this is a fun video to watch. Who is Frank Carter and why did they pick him?
I also talk about the charity for Bush Hall and why it's so important to London history. Steve, Paul, and Glen are doing a great thing to put on these 3 shows to help save a London dance hall that has been part of Shepherd's Bush for 120 years. Let's hope they save it!
#sexpistols, #frankcarter, #johnnyrotten, #johnlydon, #stevejones, #glenmatlock, #paulcook, #punk, #punkrock

[@Whytemonkee]

There is No Sex Pistols without Johnny Rotten, but Good luck to em. My mom bought me the Sex Pistols album when it came out. I was 11.

[@cecile5090]

Now that’s a good mum!😊

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

What a nice mother! Thanks for watching.

[@zaradragonia9863]

What a good mother 😂

[@BeesWaxMinder]

C O O L M U M

[@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse]

@@Whytemonkee lol, lies but good one!

[@Muirton66]

Lydon has no one to blame but himself for this situation, Steve, Paul and Glen have every right to play Never MInd The Bollocks live regardless who is singing, good luck to them.

[@Raymondspongey]

Nathan Maverick can do a great Johnny Rotten as well .He was great when he played with Wobble and Levine doing Metal Box gigs. . But I think John's voice is not right for Pistols songs anymore. As mentioned by many on here, He sings in his high-wailing PiL voice. Doesn't translate well to his Pistols songs though.

[@ASTRUM502]

Who did the vocals on that Ex-Pistols album? That would be good.

[@ThundersMcCoy]

They do, but they shouldn't call it the Sex Pistols. When Walter Lure assembled an all star band for what turned out to be one last go around with the Heartbreakers material he didn't use the name, which he could have easily done, because without Johnny & Jerry it wasn't the Heartbreakers.

[@user-no5yu4us9m]

Totally agree with you re johns voice. I saw them at Crystal Palace and was well disappointed in the vocals

[@robk3596]

@@user-no5yu4us9m- yes I find some of PIL’s stuff a bit grating & one of my friends walked out early from one of his concerts due to his voice quality + he’d forgotten so much of the lyrics! 🤔

[@claudiomolina4994]

I watched the gig in KZbin with Frank Carter and I think he did it very well. In my opinion he has respected the original songs and matched very well with the band. Frank contributed with a young energy. ❤

[@NewPragmatic]

Frank will respect the material and the band’s legacy. If anything, this will help reintroduce those songs to an entire generation of new fans.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

That's a good point. He may introduce new fans to the band. Thanks for watching!

[@protendi]

I honestly think Frank is a fantastic stand-in.

[@NobodyUR]

Dudes a showman I’ll give him that

[@robk3596]

To be honest they are not trying to be the pistols, it's more driven by the current charitable need. If you listen to John's later reformed vocals with the pistols, it's not classic Lydon more sung with his PIL voice which doesn't work as well for classic pistols tracks. So perhaps Frank will do a good job with this & am sure it will be an enjoyable experience! 👍

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Someone else commented about the "PIL voice" and how it doesn't work with the Pistols. I agree. It's too high-pitched. yes, maybe Frank Carter will do a great job.

[@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse]

@@WhyNotGoPlacessaid from the first reunion he’s done it since the 90s. Its more the constant PiL warble. The incendiary vitriolic spit of the lyrics left the building back then. Sidenote…Hemel Hempstead you say….So a *SATELLITE!*

[@Mr75044]

Frank's London accent Is perfect. John's PIL. Voice is Crap. It never was John's band any way. The swankers with Wally. No John.

[@robk3596]

@@Mr75044 - John’s original pistols voice & diction was absolutely perfect for them. I guess PIL was a different entity & he probably wanted to distinguish them accordingly. It’s so hard to listen to modern renditions of pistols classics without referencing back to John’s original delivery, with IMO can’t be bettered! 😉

[@Mr75044]

@@robk3596 So why are you here? If they gig you don't have to see them. The choice is yours

[@mmickunit]

Grey Britain is the best punk album since bollocks. Check it out if you haven’t. Amazing. Frank could easily replace John.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I'll look for it. Thanks for watching.:)

[@jackhargreaves1911]

Well done to Paul, Glen, Steve and Frank for doing this. I saw Lydon singing for the Sex Pistols on their very first tour of the U.K. (at Dundee University student union). He was magnificent. He made the show. With anyone else they would have been much less. But I still wish Frank the very best.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Wow, you were at an early show! Oct. 12, 1976. Malcolm really had them going all over Great Britain in 1976. They played 68 gigs that year in Britain, 2 shows in Paris. That must have been an amazing show. You have a very good attitude about the new shows. I struggle with it to be honest, but I'm happy for Glen, Steve and Paul. Thanks for watching!

[@andybiddle9088]

Great video Maggie... My thoughts are, If Rotten was in the line up I wouldn't even have bothered trying to get tickets...( all tickets sold in seconds!!) I've seen the Sex Pistols 3 times and the way John Sings them now, with his PiL voice, its not for me! They're my favourite band and I have a massive collection of vinyl and memorabilia. But Johns voice now is just a bloody racket!! 😂😂 I'm sure the 3 gigs will go down a storm and they'll be more to come. All the best Maggie Andy 🇬🇧

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Hi Andy, thanks for watching another video. I really appreciate it. I know exactly what you mean by the "PIL voice." It's almost like he tries to be funny or annoying when he goes to such a high pitch. I prefer his Pistols voice. I wish I was going to this show though. I bet it will be fun. Apparently they're already added another show, a festival in Italy.

[@zaradragonia9863]

Great! Someone else who hates Lydons PIL voice! It's not even melodic nor close to what he sang in the Pistols! It is so high. I don't get it why he continues to sing like an idiot. Can't stand it 😅

[@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse]

Ugh, the PiL warble…😔

[@andybiddle9088]

@@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse 'Orrible ain't it? 🙉

[@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse]

@@andybiddle9088 yes somewhat like Lydon himself. That footage of him berating one of the Ramones where Rollins is there too is sooooo cringey. If Sid had of lived and cleaned himself up I bet he’d have been a right fat bastard but a great laugh too. Its like Lydon acts like he’s still 19, but he’s not. Kinda sad….😔

[@MrChoppa1977]

i reckon it will be brilliant frank carter is a great singer and for a good cause with members from the sex pistols

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I hope so. I look forward to seeing a video if possible. Thanks for watching!

[@MrChoppa1977]

@WhyNotGoPlaces I have got a ticket and I met Frank carter at a club in Hastings where I was dj and the gallows were playing he thanked me for playing all the punk clasics it was a great night 🌙 im going on the Thursday don letts is the dj it's a charity people are getting it wrong saying its the sex pistols have to be positive!! Not negative!! Cheers for the upload 👍 👌

[@user-ip3fy1to2z]

@@MrChoppa1977 I got a ticket today for Manchester, really pleased

[@AlexanderLaurence]

Same assholes who were saying "No Sex Pistols without SID" in 1996, are still upset today!

[@terjemarken2411]

All true. And these assholes managed to destroy a Sex Pistols concert in Roskilde (Denmark) in '96. They would only play 3 or 4 songs and the concert was stopped cause of security issues.

[@whoami7721]

​@@terjemarken2411I heard about that back then. The gig I went to in Hollywood, California had a much more polite crowd.

[@georgezajkowski2723]

Sid didn't actually play on BULLOCKS. He was basically a fill in for the talented foot-washing Glen Matlock.

[@adrianwinchester6689]

It's unbelievable that some people wouldn't consider Glen a worthy 'replacement' for Sid!

[@graemethelaw]

Frank is an absolute punk legend. Gallows and the Rattlesnakes were/are brutal live, and he is the explosive core of both bands. Gigs will be amazing.

[@danielrobinson5035]

I understand it’s for a good cause, but name the band something else. It’s not the Sex Pistols without Rotten.

[@tomrichardson6239]

@@danielrobinson5035 it’s billed as Frank Carter with Matlock Cook and Jones of Sex Pistols

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Bush Hall has it listed as "Frank Carter and 3 members of the Sex Pistols". Maybe legally they can't bill themselves as just the Sex Pistols. That's my guess anyway.

[@paulbrodin8990]

How many times did Lydon introduce the band with: “Hello my name is John and here are Sex Pistols” or sometimes “my Sex Pistols”

[@peterbee88]

@@paulbrodin8990 Don't know. Please tell us.

[@Platypusfuss]

I saw Paul Simonon there in May (Galen & Paul). I was really impressed with this Hall. One of the best venues I've ever been too. When they announced the shows I decided had to go. I am flying in from Switzerland just for the show. I can't pass up the chance to see them in such a tiny place. I think it will be really special. Can't wait!

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Wow, flying in from Switzerland...that's fantastic! I'm sure it will be well worth it. Enjoy!!

[@terryllewellyn1677]

Hi Maggie, I agree with you about Steve and Glenn singing, even Cookie singing silly thing 😉 but would be awesome to bring out Ed Tudor Pole too 👍

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I think the three of them handling the vocals would have been better. With a new person, it's too similar to a tribute band. But I wish I was going! Thanks for watching. Whatever happened to Ed Tudor Pole? He was entertaining.

[@terryllewellyn1677]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces I think he's still gigging

[@revol148]

4:28 Fulham Greyhound, Camden palace, Hammersmith palais, Rock garden, Mean Fiddler, Astoria, Marquee, Subterania, Clapham Grand - a few of the many London venues which have closed since the 1990's !

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Gosh that's so sad! I remember the Mean Fiddler.

[@revol148]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces live music really is a dying industry - along with pubs which are closing nationwide at a rate of one every 8 hours ! The 1990's really was the last grasp of life - you were lucky to have been around to witness it.

[@dirkbogarde44]

I saw an indie band there about 10 yrs back called The Dubious Brothers who had re-united after many decades.....it was a wonderful gig. Nice venue....good to see it will keep going. We've lost a lot of venues in London.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I know, many have gone. Let's hope they save this one. Thanks for watching.

[@mummyd1990]

Rotten is and always will be known as the vocalist for Sex Pistols can't be replaced in my opinion.

[@ASTRUM502]

This guy sure doesn't fit at all. I'd rather hear Billy Idol, or Steve, or Glen.

[@jac1326]

Yeah but he ain't the band! I wanna hear the band play! So I'll listen to Frank! And he did a bloody great job!!

[@user-ls9zr8nx4m]

I’m a big fan of both Pistols and PIL, and I’ve read all biographies except for Glen’s. I saw PIL in Sweden last year, and the gig was amazing! Thanks to KZbin, I could see the show in this hall. It’s more punky and way more energy than the shows on the Filthy Lucre shows because of the hall, the low stage and Frank! Hope for more gigs and that the Pistol-series will be released on DVD or Blu-ray in a near future!

[@jackinthebox135]

Sex pistols - Rotten = Not the Sex Pistols

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I agree. There's only one singer for this band.

[@ASTRUM502]

Jones was great on vocals, and Ronnie Biggs too. But when Johnny quit, Sid should have taken over vocals.

[@whoami7721]

​@@ASTRUM502Sid would've had a career if he hadn't had heroin and Nancy dragging him down to the grave. He probably would've formed his own band and helped start the UK street punk sound. In my opinion, I think he had a good voice and of course, charisma to spare.

[@LaurenGisby]

I went to Bush Hall last night, it was amazing, such an experience, absolutely loved it :)

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Glad you enjoyed it! I have seen clips from the first night. I thought Paul, Glen, and Steve sounded great. I forgot how explosive Paul's drumming can be!

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Also, did you see they added another gig? Sept. 26 in Kentish town. I think tickets go on sale tomorrow. Gosh, I really wish I lived in England.:)

[@mojorisin8368]

It sounds ok but it is literally just a Johnny Rotten impersonator.

[@stephanieamy3721]

Just wanted to say I brought the John Lydon book " Anger is an Energy " after seeing it on your bookshelf. Really enjoyed it. I am about to read the Steve Jones book" Lonely Boy"...Let's hope someone records the concert, maybe they will be able to sell a download of it and put some more money into the pot to help save the venue.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I think Lydon has written two books, the first one is called "No Irish, No Blacks, No Dogs." My favorite book of the SP members is "Lonely Boy. I think you'll like it. Thanks for watching!

[@zaradragonia9863]

Oh Lonely Boy is absolutely brilliant! Better than the whole lot put together! Steve's story is very sad but he got out of the dungeon and built up his own band and rocked the whole world ten times over!😅

[@Raymondspongey]

​ @WhyNotGoPlaces . THANKS so much for another interesting video. Your enthusiasm is so encouraging and almost 'contageous' . I am very much on board regarding 'Lonely Boy' '-I totally agree with you Maggie . So far I have read both of Johns's books and also Glen's book, 'I Was A Teenage Sex Pistol ', (the first release in the early-mid 90's) Even though, with all due regards to Glen,Paul,Johnny and Sidney. Steve Jones has got a great story -sad happy miserable- gloomy, scary, hilarious and at times so blatantly honest raw and inspiring . I love, 'Lonely Boy' I thoroughly enjoyed all of the Pistols' books, I thought 'Lonely Boy'' was much more of an engaging story . With all regards to Glen,Paul,Johnny and Sid,of course. Keep on Keeping on Maggie I'm loving these trips down memory lane . Great to see you talking to early punk pioneers like Siouxies mate ,Michelle (on That iconic photo outside the 100 Club Punk Festival in 76) and latterly Brigandage of course Lovely seeing the old uns like us still 'Keeping The Faith' Thanks again Maggie and keep on doing what yer doing ! Geno. (64) from South Wales UK

[@patrickgorman8674]

Probably the most balanced and sensible response on here.

[@KINGMONKEY1989]

I have been getting more and more into your content. Your love of The Pistols reminds me of my own discovery of the band when my father who was a Punk Rocker because of The Pistols would play NMTB for me and my brother as kids. Frank Carter and The Rattlesnakes are an amazing band also and I cant wait to hear Frank singing those amazing songs. I'd prefer Johnny but it is what it is.keep up the great work.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thanks so much for the nice compliments! I really appreciate it. It sounds like you had a very nice dad growing up. That's wonderful how the Pistols are passed down through generations.

[@shayfinnighan6311]

I used to go watch Frank and Gallows when they played the flag and railways club in watford uk with only about 100 people there.. Just a mile or so away from where frank was born. Watford had a great scene then.

[@vincentthorpe5193]

Frank Carter once told me that Old Skool punk was dead, and he wasn't interested. The closest he came to punk was Gallows. He walked away because he wanted to go in a different musical direction....hmm.

[@midlifecrisis13]

I just thought that sounds like something Lydon himself could have said, haha ;-)

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

In his bio he said he was influenced to start a band because of Black Flag and Minor Threat and a few other hard core bands. Not the Sex Pistols or The Clash. But he's a lot younger than me, so I guess it's a different generation. Thanks for watching. :)

[@rgerwin.3378]

LOVE your channel. Old school here. Read 12 days on the road ( noticed it on you bookshelf) lol such naughty boys then. Hilarious! On to Frank, Frank is good no doubt. Awesome they are playing for charity. Cheers from Australia.

[@rgerwin.3378]

Lonely boy is a good read also. Naughty Steve! Lol.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

That 12 Days book is funny. I think it goes into details about Sid and the transvestite in a Tulsa hotel room. I mention Sid and the transvestite in my Sex Pistols tour video because I was at that show. They were naughty boys! Thanks Australia!

[@mikebassy]

I think Frank is a burst of energy and I wasn’t expecting that but he looks like he did a Punk Rock job .

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Hi Mike, I watched some clips and he did do a good job. No Johnny Rotten of course, but what can they do. I'm just glad they can play the songs again.

[@mikebassy]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces Frank isn’t bad at all , I liked it his version but of course J Rotten wrote those songs ect . I bet Franks tattoo business will really take off now god bless him . And I hope John Lydon does another brilliant new song too . Was telling my mate how brilliant Metal Box was when it came out , another level! Doesn’t look like I will get my video out for another week

[@holmfirthcomputers220]

Pistols - Rotten = Zero :(

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Yes, it's sad they don't speak anymore. Thanks for watching.

[@graemethelaw]

Nah, man.

[@robk3596]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces- Absolutely, but that’s largely John’s fault/decision! 🤔

[@doctorskull8197]

If you’ve ever been in a band with a lead singer, you’re undoubtedly familiar with “lead singer syndrome”. It’s stupid and it sucks.

[@robk3596]

@@doctorskull8197- Not familiar with Lead Singer Syndrome, could you explain what it actually means, thanks 👍

[@peterbee88]

I agree. Steve and Glen should do the vocals. I didn't even try to get tickets to Birmingham show (nearest venue they're playing to me) because of this Frank Carter kid. If he hadn't been involved, and it was just Steve Glen and Paul, I'd have made every effort to get tickets.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thanks for the comment. I would be more excited if it was just the 3 of them too. He's a good choice for a singer, I just don't think they needed him. But I could be wrong.:)

[@BeesWaxMinder]

They should've told John it was to save KATE Bush Hall -that would've got him to change his tune … Literally!😂

[@oktootsie]

To sing and play during a full Sex Pistols show is not easy at all, so I don't think they can do it without a singer.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Maybe not. I'm happy for them to be playing again regardless. Thanks for watching.

[@murphyj69]

Saw the Pistols 4 times with Rotten-96, 02, 07 and 08. I kind of felt by 07 he was starting to look a bit pantomime and not as credible as Vanian still does with The Damned. He suits PIL more now. Good luck to the other 3. Nothing can top the original Rotten , even the man himself.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

That's a great comment. "Nothing can top the original Rotten, not even the man himself." The Damned are probably much friendlier with each other and that shows onstage. I saw the SP in 1996 in Finsbury Park. He did a great show at that one. Thanks for watching!

[@paulyfortissimo]

A year ago I saw Blondie and Iggy at Crystal Palace. Generation Sex played too, so Steve, Paul, and Glen were all there. Glen was playing bass for Blondie. I was hoping they would do a song together but they didn’t.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Yes I remember that show. I would have gone if I lived in England. Sounded like a great line-up. Thanks for watching!

[@BadLuckLuke]

Can't wait to see Frank with the gang live

[@brianmorecombe2726]

Thanks for putting the greatest punk band at number 1.NMTB was the album that was genre of punk at the start.There was the New York scene with New York Dolls and Iggy Pop but the word was put to this music describing The Sex Pistols first.Mind blowing album from a great band when i first heard it in 1982.Still buzzing listening to it now.Wish i was at the Bush hall gig,too many small rock venues in UK have disappeared,Electric Circus in Collyhurst Manchester long gone.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thanks for watching and for your comments! Yes, greatest punk band ever. The Electric Circus is gone? That's too bad. I read Peter's Hook's book and he mentions that venue many times. Thanks again.

[@jameskneubuhl9115]

After the conflict over the "Pistol" TV series, I can't see Johnny wanting to work with Steve, Paul and Glen. That's too bad because it won't really be the Sex Pistols, but their intentions are honorable so why not? Maybe working with Frank Carter will even open the door to them doing something new, unlike Generation Sex, which seems to have sunk without a trace.The Tres Pistols have decided to work with Frank, so give him a chance.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I agree. Maybe they will do more gigs. I like the name "tres Pistols"! Thanks for watching.

[@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse]

I wonder if he’ll be doing a copycat of Lydon? He should!

[@CJB1976]

I would like to think it will sound like the album did in 1977 which would be good I’m sure it’s going to memorable for the lucky ones who will be in attendance small venues rule. I was lucky enough to Generation sex in France last year small venue great sound……

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I would go see Generation Sex, but they didn't come near Florida. Maybe in the future. Thanks for watching!

[@CJB1976]

Best pistols gigs since they played in 78 well done Frank you did pistols proud

[@jasonburtally5477]

Hey Maggie! Thanx once again for your great vids. I just came back from Blackpool's Rebellion festival and between 2 bands, I couldn't resist to go to the Sex Pistols Exposé's gig (you probaly know'em as the best Sex Pistols cover band) at the Pub La Tache. Strangely, right after the gig - which was quite good, I must say - several fans among the audience talked about that reunion with F. Carter and most of'em were very skeptical and quite sour about that choice. I tried to explain that it's hard to imagine J. Rotten back in the line-up for the moment and it'd be a interesting opportunity to see the Pistols anyway. But there's nothing harder to deal with hardcore fans and I just let'em think whatever they wanted to; even if it's so negative :/ I prefer the way you talked about that concert, line-up and all; 'cause it's constructive (and emotional, as I could see in the end of the vid

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Hi Jason, Thanks for your comments! I bet the Rebellion festival was fun. A friend of mine, Michelle Brigandage - whom I interviewed on this channel - played there this year. It sounds like a fun festival. Yes, sometimes hardcore fans can be quite negative. I try not to be that way. I just think it's great that Steve, Paul and Glen are back together doing the songs. Maybe Frank Carter will do a great job. I've never seen a Pistols tribute band in person. I'll have to check them out on KZbin. Thanks again!

[@AppleMan531]

Hi. My name is Eliot from NYC. I agree with you. They don't need a vocalist. Remember that the Swindle songs were handled by Steve and Paul with the exception of Ten Pole Tudor and the late Ronnie Biggs. Steve even did the vocals with The Professionals. Don't get me wrong, Frank Carter seems like a good vocalist, but John Lydon's shoes are very hard to fill. Well, if The Sex Pistols can't seem to work things out with John Lydon, I hope PiL starts adding some Sex Pistols songs to their setlist. The one thing that would make The Sex Pistols show with Frank Carter very cool is if they did some songs from Swindle like No One Is Innocent, Silly Thing, Lonely Boy, The Great Rock N Roll Swindle, and even a rare song entitled Here We Go Again! What are your thoughts?

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thanks for your comments and watching the video. I agree that Lydon's shoes are hard to fill and I also wish that PIL would add some Pistols songs to their set, but I doubt he will. I like the idea of them doing Silly Thing and No One is Innocent, but there are so many Pistols songs that I think will take priority I doubt they will. But that's a great idea because it's part of their history. One of my favorite Pistols songs not on the album is Did You No Wrong. I wonder if they'll do that one. Should be an interesting show.

[@libertard6101]

None of the “ Pistols” would even have a band or fame without out Lydon!!! No Future, for you!!! 😂👊🏾

[@Muirton66]

And Lydon would not have had fame without the rest of the band

[@user-zy7di5no8x]

Can Lydon play guitar that well?

[@mikebassy]

So went to Bush hall tonight and didn’t have a ticket a didn’t try to get in . But waited at the back stage door and did see Steve , Paul and Glen and Frank arrive in different cabs although Frank came with Paul . They signed stuff for people. Great to see them . I did video it and will let you know when it’s up I hope soon . Thank you

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Can't wait to see it! You'll get lots of views. Thanks for letting me know, Mike. Did you see that they added a new gig in Kentish Town O2 Forum? Sept. 26. I believe tickets go on sale tomorrow.

[@stevec9143]

Tbh there's no one better than frank to replace Jr for this. He's a great choice.

[@deanrane1961]

Hey Maggie my friends & I have really been enjoying your channel - great videos along with your personal experiences. Loved when you visited my old home away from home CBGBs, played there many times from the 80's until the end. This Sex Pistols situation is becoming pretty polarized. I can understand all point of views, but I agree with you on Jonesy, Glen & Paul taking the vocals, man that would be cool to see. If it's absolutely impossible with Lydon, maybe pick a few guest singers from legendary Punk bands on different songs for the shows? Who knows, old Johnny might show up and surprise us all lol. Thanx again for putting together all your content - Much ❤from old school punk rockers (what's left of us) in nyc.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thanks so much from your comments and watching my videos. What was the name of your band? I'm sorry I never got to see CBGBs when it was open. To have played there must have been something! I like your idea of Steve, Paul and Glen doing the vocals and then having a guest singer for some songs. Someone here suggested Jimmy Pursey. That would be great. I'm just happy they are doing the album for a worthy cause and for those lucky fans who have tickets. Can't wait to see any video from the shows. Thanks again!

[@mikkihoo7556]

I really liked The Gallows and Frank Carter about 15 years ago. For some reason I have not followed he's music after that, maybe I should. I still enjoy those Gallows albums from time to time. I also have always liked Sex Pistols, never been a HUGE fan, but really like and apreciate them. I get what you mean that the original members could do it whitout singer, and do it by themselves, but I also think that this line-up will not be 1+1=2, I think it will be 1+1=10. The 3 Sex Pistols won't be doing much more than play their parts, but as you can see, Frank is really putting up a show, not just standing and singing. I think he's also a big fan of the Pistols, so it's guaranteed he will be enthuastic about the performances. He's a English punk singer who has a red hair, so it's a fit there also. And I think he's going to do honor to the Jonh Lydon, but not by trying to be John Lydon. And I do not know how ''hot'' these gigs would have been with people, if it was the original Sex Pistols minus 1. But it's pretty safe to think that with original 3 AND Frank Carter, it must be a huge succes. Frank has so big following by himself, and for him to front as legendary band as Sex Pistols, it's a no-brainer. Somehow this reminds me of AC/DC with Axl Rose, many were sure that it would suck and it could not be the real deal, and it wasn't, it was something even better. He acted very respectfully, did not make the shows about him, sang great and did many numbers that the band had not played for donkies years. So for fans of AC/DC and for fans of Guns' N' Roses, that was like a dream. And I think this will happen with ''Frank Pistols'' too.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thanks for watching and for your comments. I wasn't familiar with him, but I do think he did a good job, at least from the clips I looked at. It's very hard, if not impossible, for a band to go forward with a different singer. He's no John Lydon, but he seems to honor the legacy of the band, so that's a good thing.

[@neilsun2521]

Saw Glen Matlock do an acoustic gig in 2007 at my local pub in north London. He played several Sex Pistols songs. (I personally enjoy the Pistols songs with Ronnie Biggs on vox! So I can see this new venture working out.)

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Wow, at your local pub! Where in North London? I'm curious. Gosh I wish I still lived in London. I didn't know he did several Sex Pistols songs. That's great. Thanks for watching!

[@neilsun2521]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces The Boogaloo bar, in Highgate. (It was either early '07, or late '06.) There was a Sex Pistols photography exhibition happening there. I'm pretty sure he played 'Anarchy..'. There was 1 Pistols song in particular where I distinctly remember he introduced it by saying "I wrote it. That c*** sung it!" [Pointed directly at Rotten in the b/w photo behind him as he said it.] I did film on camera phone but quality sucked.

[@dumpwoodhere]

After watching the live footage it was incredible watching the Pistols sound being recreated after all these years. Pure chemistry that very few bands possess and Frank is a very good choice for this charity gig. I have been a Pistols fan since 76 and Carter fan since the Rattlesnakes and he is a brilliant singer and front man. Never replace Johnny, but he is quality.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Yes, he is quality. No Johnny, I agree, but they made a good choice. Thanks for watching!

[@cameronpatrickscott]

I think Frank Carter really works, great energy! and its good for the original pistols to pour their full focus into the music, seen the show on the tube, i think its brilliant, and of course for a worthy cause... boll....ocks pronunciation wise, cool vid thanks.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thanks for watching! They have added more shows too.

[@user-gl2vo2lh4x]

Seen Frank over the years from day one and loved the Pistols also from day one long time ago looking forward to 13/8/24 as we are going

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Enjoy!!!

[@lazlokovacs2263]

If they use the name Sex Pistols as a publicity stunt, who cares? In reality, I don't think it's a trick; this is a false problem. Really dirty trick is autotune. The reason is important and the Pistols know very well what it means to close a space to play and/or enjoy some music. And nowadays, many people have their streams (the albums seem to have gone to the soul basin), they don't go to shows and the concert halls are under pressure from both the music market and the real estate market. It's what The Specials sang and it still happens. And you will also have the privilege of hearing Glen Matlock's competent bass.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I hope they help save Bush Hall! We've lost so many live venues around the world.

[@pitmatix1457]

Been a fan of Frank since the first Gallows album (he left after the second and they've never been much without him). He's released some brilliant albums with the Rattlesnakes and, when they announced he'd be standing in for Lydon, I was pretty excited by the news. Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes - "Lullaby" kzbin.info/www/bejne/enXKlp6Bhp2hgsU

[@seanmulvey1324]

I saw the gallows many years ago. They were amazing. I date Frank Carter will do great. I wish Johnny was there, but I think he will do great. Looking forward to seeing footage from the show.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Me too. I can't wait to see footage.

[@JohnHollyoak-vx6pn]

Looks like a tribute band you’d go to see in your local pub.

[@l.salisbury1253]

The Pistols did replace Johnny Rotten once in 78/79: Malcolm held this open audition ("Anyone can be a Sex Pistol") as documented in an opening scene from "The Great Rock 'N' Roll Swindle". The winner was Tenpole Tudor. His membership as a Pistol was brief (check out their bad cover of "rock around the clock") but he had a decent solo career in the early 80s (check out his solo hit "swords of a thousand men").

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I remember Tenpole Tudor. He was very entertaining. Thanks for watching!

[@TheFlathead45]

I got to sing the Rock n Roll Swindle with Cook n Jones at a Tenpole gig in 79. Eddie gave me the mike at the Moonlight and for one song I lived the dream! My bands were The Corvettes then Erazerhead.

[@l.salisbury1253]

@@TheFlathead45 I remember Erazerhead!! You did the UK82 classic "shellshock", right? That song was released Stateside on US pressings of the second "Punk N Disorderly" comp!

[@TheFlathead45]

@@l.salisbury1253 Good song but with a terrible production. Apeman, the Klub Foot EP and Werewolf were better as we produced those ourselves! You live and learn.

[@Mr75044]

The Pistols was never John's band. The band had rehearsals for a singer at Malcoms shop. So the band Steve Paul & Glen Can have any singer they want. John as been using the media platform to tell the world That the pistols will never play again. But he is wrong. He should say I will never sing with the Pistols again. Shame hes got too big for his boots. Fame has gone to his Head.....

[@MUSIC4TRUTH....]

Wasn't really interested in the new line up, but Frank Carter sounds fantastic and you can see the other 3 look very excited to be doing it with Frank.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Yes, I saw that too. Glen and Steve look happy to be playing the songs again without having to deal with Lydon.

[@MUSIC4TRUTH....]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces Paul looked like he was a kid again, I love John but you this is good.

[@leightzmill]

Carter is a friend of Matlocks son. Matlock recommended him.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Yes I saw them mention that in an interview after I made this video. Steve said that Glen was the one who recommended Carter. It sounds like they all get along.

[@TheMercianMetalDetecting]

Hi Maggi, another great video, thanks for sharing. Here's a hot tip for you, try listening to "In The Belly Of A Shark" by The Gallows. Its a belting tune.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I'll check it out! Thanks for watching.

[@Undead1963]

I think he did a very good job at Bush Hall

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Me too. I watched some clips of the first night. Thanks for watching!

[@factoryfactory7142]

I would like to see frank carter sing "see his picture hanging on your waaaallllaaaahh!" Like johnny boy can!

[@MariaRamirez-nq4is]

Remember when the PISTOLS played that X-MAS BENEFIT 《for those *FireMens'??* Kids》(¡¡& it's recorded too!!)... •shows their. T.R.U.E. SPIRIT becuz by all accounts, >Lydon at least has gone on record to state that it was probably the PISTOLS' "funnest" gig ever & -perhaps unexpectedly- a "great time" was had by all!! *Kids, Parents 😮 & Band !!!!!

[@MariaRamirez-nq4is]

Yeah!! I've heard of/ & actually kinda' like GVLLOWS.

[@MariaRamirez-nq4is]

Oh No... 😂 My bad...the So. Cal., L.A.- based band GVLLOW [yes, spelled all- CAPS with actually an *inverted V] I got confused with the UK hardcore band The Gallows/ almost verging on the power- violence genre. 👆 BOTH are awesome bands but I agree that any gig billed as the PISTOLS .M.U.S.T. have all 4 original members**

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Hi Maria. Yes, that gig is on vinyl. I believe it was right before the American tour. Thanks for watching!

[@franklincoolport27]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces yeah another great video Maggie. The Christmas day gig was filmed by Julian Temple. It can be viewed on you tube. Hope you enjoyed your time in London.

[@jac1326]

Frank was amazing! Wicked to hear the guys back again! UK tour please 🙏🙏🙏

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Did you see they are playing in Kentish Town on Sept. 26? I think tickets went on sale today so it's probably already sold out.

[@Dommer1973]

Love The Pistols. Greatest Band ever. Great cause. Great Vid. If the venue was built in 1904 though it is Edwardian. Queen Victoria died in 1901. Sorry if you think im nitpicking😂

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Not nitpicky at all! I love and respect English history and culture. You are correct. Edwardian era is considered 1901-1914. Thanks for watching the video and commenting.:)

[@peeshmusic4004]

Great video again Maggie! Cool you addressed Frank Carter as I asked you in a previous video what you thought about him? Its quite divided on here and thats understandable. It's great they're doing it for something they believe in .But still sad they dont speak with Rotten anymore. But yeah John's voice now doesnt suit the Pistols now and I'm sure Frank will do a brilliant job he's a great singer and frontman! Who knows what they do next? Would you like to see them do more with him? Moe gigs? Maybe new songs would they dare? haha Keep up the great work. Cheers. Peesh :)

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thanks for watching Peesh! I appreciate the compliments. I'd like to see them do more gigs, but as I said in the video, I think it would be more special if they did the vocals themselves. But Carter will probably do a good job. I'll watch the videos of the gigs. They start playing tomorrow. Wish I could be there!

[@peeshmusic4004]

Hey thanks for replying Maggie much appreciated! I’ve just watched a few videos of the Bush Mill gig and I think they sound great with Frank Carter he gives it a fresh edge for me! But of course I’d love to see Lydon there but sadly that’s not gonna happen! It’s the next best thing and I’d love to see them Live! They’ve just announced another date so I’m gonna try and see them! Would love to know what u think? Keep up the great work 🙏😎

[@allsorts9909]

Such a shame the Astoria has gone. Only went to the marquee once in 77 to see slaughter and the dogs. There van broke down so they cancelled the gig which nearly ended in a riot,only saved by the dj stepping in to play a punk set. Nice touch by the pistols to try and save this venue.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I hope they are able to save it. Yes, I was very sad to see the Astoria gone and the building knocked down. I wish they could have saved the building since it was about 100 years old, maybe even older. I think it was a factory before it became a cinema in 1927. I loved working there in the 90's. Lots of up-and-coming bands played there, especially at the smaller venue (Busbys) in the basement where I mostly worked. And now the Marquee on Wardour is "The Soho Lofts." Probably very expensive. I never saw Slaughter and the Dogs, but I just read a book by Peter Hook and he mentions them several times. They were also from Manchester, like Joy Division. Thanks again for watching my videos!

[@allsorts9909]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces few friends used to go to busbys in the 70s to soul/funk nights. I never realised it was underneath the Astoria

[@mikebassy]

Astoria was brilliant , The Keith Moon bar ! I saw Living Colour in the old Marquee, Met Gail Anne Dorsey that night in 1988 the bassist with Bowie ect .

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Good times! I loved the Marquee on Wardour Street. I worked in the Keith Moon bar a few times, but I was mostly in the smaller venue (Busbys/LA2) on the lower floors of the Astoria. My boyfriend at the time worked the Keith Moon bar and that's where he met Cobalt from Zodiac Mindwarp and he ended up being their new bass player in the 90s. I was very sad to see the Astoria gone and the building knocked down. It's a big ugly glass building now. :(

[@mikebassy]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces yeah the Astoria was a classic place , had top class gay stuff on like Camp Attack and the Pink Pounder which always made me laugh . Saw Jack Bruce there too with Gary Moore and that was an evening

[@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse]

Bush Hall looks beautiful a lot of intricate stone/plasterwork, wont the punks smash it up? Seems a real shame to such a beautiful old building…😢

[@davehammond76]

I will be there on the 3rd night. I don’t think it’s a case of them trying to replace rotten? As much as they don’t get on they arnt ignorant enough to think he can be replaced. This is more of a way to raise money for Bush Hall and Frank simply stepping in on vocals. It’s a bit of fun but to raise money at the same time for a great cause. According to Noel Gallagher, Steve Jones is moving back to London permanently so maybe more will be done with this line up in the future?

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

How fun that you are going! I see that Don Letts is doing something on the 3rd night, perhaps as a DJ before the show. I agree with you that they know they can't replace Lydon. No one can do that. Steve is moving back to London? I'm surprised. He's been in L.A. for so long. Have a great time!!!

[@davehammond76]

@@WhyNotGoPlacesthank u! I was so lucky to get a ticket. Having met Paul and Glen Recently I’m hoping to meet my guitar hero Jonesy? Don Letts DJ’ing will be so cool. Hope that happens. Apparently Jonesy is playing his original les Paul that he played back in the pistols days too.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Oh wow, the old white guitar that was Sylvain Sylvain's back in the day? That's fantastic! You'll have a great time, I'm sure!

[@tommymaguire2839]

Love YOU, Maggie. Love the Pistols with Lydon. Could not care less that this dime-a-dozen London tattoo artist is doing these gigs. If I went, I would have definitely felt that I’d been cheated. Pointless.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thank you Tommy! I love your comments. I don't think they needed to include him, as I said in the video. It would be great with just the three of them trading off on vocals. My concern is that it will come off as a tribute band. "Dime-a-dozen" tattoo artist, that's funny! I hope he doesn't do the show shirtless to show them off. I kind of hinted at that in the video. Thanks as always for tuning in!

[@terjemarken2411]

As you've been saying here already; they could've managed the vocals themselves. The reunion will be fun and it's very good of them doing this. We all know that a reunion will never beat the old and original band back in late 70s though, but still..... Lydon has always been negative and 'against' most things so of course he wouldn't be part of this. But this is just how he is 😀 The Sex Pistols wouldn't have been the Sex Pistols without Lydon's manners!

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I still love Lydon. There's only one singer for the Sex Pistols.

[@turquoisecapricorn]

Maggy "never mind the sold tickets", I hope "you get an invitation from" London to go backstage on one of those concert days and that your plane will be paid by Steve Jones, cause you brought him his jacket so he felt warm again. Really amazing that the Sex Pistols will strike again. Frank Carter is a good guy with a strong personality: he will be doing great as the singer of this new composed band! Probably they will record these shows. Have a nice week! Jason

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Wouldn't that be something! If I lived in England, I would do whatever I could to get a ticket. Hopefully someone can film it and I'll watch on youtube. Thanks for watching!

[@jonathansteadman7935]

I always thought Frank Carter sounds like Joe Strummer vocally.

[@neilsun2521]

This new singer must be quite wealthy if he owns his own business in London nowadays! Only the richest of the rich can afford to swan around there now. (I'm sure he's worked very hard to get where he is though so I'm not knocking him! Good luck, pal.)

[@StephenCurtis63]

It was Gene October (Chelsea) who convinced the owner of The Roxy in London to cater for punk bands

[@MariaRamirez-nq4is]

👍 kool info 👌 I like learning ALL the "inside stuff" DETAILS like that 😊☺

[@Wrestoktwella]

Yes that's spot on he did

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I didn't know that. Interesting when you learn how things happened. Thanks for the info!

[@iiturbulencell8245]

Why Frank Carter? Because He can sing and he can dance and this might be your only chance to go outside and have a good time

[@patrickgorman8674]

People losing their shit about Lydon not being part of it. The gig was about supporting the venue. Ohhhhhh but it’s not the original line up, dry your fucking eyes and grow up. It’s history a bit of nostalgia and that’s all. I didn’t go, I think Gallows are shit but will go and see them if they gig again.

[@phildurkin6110]

Hi SWEETHEART, I went to see PIL at the then town and country club in kentish town ( now the 02 @kentish town) . In the nighties, It was the "That what is not " album tour and John and the boys gave us a great version of EMI with the drummer from the SMITHS playing. Can't remember his name though. Love Phil. Keep em coming. I think he Done it cos he was pissed off with the label Virgin going over to Emi or some shit like that . He also done Anarchy on the TV I think it was on the Tube in the eighties with PIL and he said in the camera " high I'm John I've got flu " classic Johnny.

[@phildurkin6110]

It was on the show the tube I think in the eighties

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Oh that's interesting! I had no idea that PIL ever did Pistols songs.

[@poorboy59]

S.Francisco 14 January 1978, the only, very last SEX PISTOLS concert...i was in Rome, in 1996, for the Filthy Lucre Tour concert:: terrible ! NO MORE REUNION !

[@richardroutenote171]

Carter will pay plenty of homage... He's a great dude and a great singer, also perfect as a custodian of this sound in my opinion.

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I can't wait to see a video of the show. Hopefully someone will get to upload on youtube.

[@richardroutenote171]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces Same here... I think its just great, Its not a Sex Pistols reunion, its a charity gig, with a really cool singer helping out... Frank is properly cool, I'm excited at what it might be like. I'm also pleased for Frank, this will mean a lot to him

[@gmantramp404]

He's a plastic 🤘🤘🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@SantEliaparadise]

Good video , the thing is Not many bands from the 70s have all original members ' i love the Pistols but many bands still continue with various new singers & members for many years now ' Stranglers , Undertones , DKs ' etc

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thanks for watching! It's impossible to replace Rotten but I think Carter did a good job.

[@BillyTheRake]

Frankie did fine. As a bass fisherman myself, I wouldn't want to remember those lyrics. They just found a motivated bloke & it was uncanny!😊

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

He did a good job, though I still think it would be better if they handled the vocals themselves. Thanks for watching my video.

[@allsorts9909]

It’s an awkward one of who to get to sing,do you go for someone who sounds like Lydon?it all ends up a bit karaoke if you do. I think you’re right,they should just sing between the 3 of them

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thanks for continuing to watch my videos! I really appreciate it. I know what you're saying. If they get someone who sounds like Lydon it turns into a covers band. I wish they had tried to do the vocals themselves. The first show is tonight! Wish I was there.

[@gregdahlen4375]

if you think it's important for cook, jones, or matlock to sing, meaning someone else will play their instruments, does it mean you think singing defines the band more than instrument playing?

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

No, not at all. What I meant was they should do the shows themselves, continue to play their instruments, and trade off on vocals. I think Paul can sing too. I think it would be more meaningful that way with just the original members doing the main chores onstage. My thoughts anyway! For me, it's almost like a tribute band with someone outside the band on lead vocals. Thanks for tuning into my videos again!

[@gregdahlen4375]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces You mean play and sing simultaneously? Isn't that very difficult? I'd think if they did both simultaneously they wouldn't do either as well as someone only doing one, as would happen if they had the separate singer, Carter. I would say since you have three of the four and the fourth has been hand-picked by the three originals it ought to be more than a tribute band. Many bands have lost a member for whatever reason and the remaining members picked a replacement and it was still a very satisfying band, close enough to the original to please folks. Even one of the greatest bands, the Stones, have done this several times. Although if they had to replace the singer I don't know if that would work ha ha

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

@@gregdahlen4375 I agree. It's hard, if not impossible, to replace the singer in a band. I think they would be fine singing and playing. Glen does it in his solo shows and Steve and Paul sang in the professionals. But what do I know?! It's probably going to be a great show.

[@gregdahlen4375]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces well, I'm looking and I hadn't realized how many top bands had replaced their singer--Black Sabbath, Van Halen etc www.google.com/search?q=which+famous+bands+have+replaced+their+singer&rlz=1C1UEAD_enUS1075US1076&oq=which+famous+bands+have+replaced+their+singer&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIHCAEQIRigATIHCAIQIRigATIHCAMQIRigATIHCAQQIRigATIHCAUQIRigATIHCAYQIRifBTIHCAcQIRifBdIBCDU0NDZqMGo5qAIAsAIB&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8. So maybe Pistols can do it. Although with punk there's more emphasis on the band's personality vs musicality in comparison to other kinds of rock. And John has a lot of personality. Your opinion matters a lot as you're an intelligent person who knows a lot about the band. One thing I'm wondering is are Pistols shows short? Cuz they had a rather brief career and not that much music released, an album's worth?

[@fraserb151]

Nice to see another upload from you Maggie. Good video 👍 It's a good cause and pleased they are doing this. Just a shame the 4 original pistols can't resolve their differences / fall out. Ps - love that dinner calender on your wall. Also the books!

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thanks for watching another one! I think it's sad too that they only speak to Lydon through their lawyers. Oh yes, my diner calendar! It's a mid-century calendar I got in Palm Springs CA back in 2019. Thanks for the compliments!

[@davidlomax4028]

Probably be a good gig.. All for a good cause.. Some of the original Pistols will be performing.. No idea who Frank Carter is... But hey... Why not go?

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

If I lived in England, I would try very hard to go! Maybe they'll come to the States later. I see they added a date in Italy. Thanks for watching!

[@bobjones5661]

Karen lawrence save all the old buildings on Staten Island great grandpa built half of the buildings Bush hall lives forever

[@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse]

They shoulda got the auditionees from the swindle to all take turns! 😃

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

That's a thought! Thanks for the comments and watching the video.

[@AndrewjWilson]

Another great video Maggie😊

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thank you!

[@AndrewjWilson]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces your a good friendly person and your enthusiasm for the subject always comes across and your sense of humour and perspective is always good

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thank you Andrew!

[@gustavnovak]

Thank you for a really great vid. Maggie! 🎼🎸☮❤

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

You are so welcome! thanks for watching.

[@dielel9268]

Carter is gonna nail it ✅

[@jamescarr7148]

I saw a few gigs at the Astoria Vivid memory of PIL in 1987 on the Happy album tour they did Holidays in the Sun ! Its great to see Paul Steve and Glen raising money for a good cause. I dont think much of Frank Carter but each to their own ! He hasnt really got a good voice . They should get Mick Jagger on Vocals that would be hilarious.!! Thanks for your videos about the Sex Pistols .They are much appreciated 😂

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thank you so much for watching and the compliments! I would have loved to have seen PIL at the Astoria in 1987. I wish they at least had kept the building but I guess that wasn't possible. I saw a lot of shows in the 90's when I worked there - like Oasis, Nirvana and many many smaller bands like The Gallon Drunk. Noel Gallagher and his girlfriend at the time used to come in often to check out the smaller, newer bands. I respected him for that. I worked in the ticket booth and often the security guards didn't know the famous rock people who walked in and would turn to me and ask "Is he/she ok ?" (to come in for free) That happened with Noel G. and Chrissie Hynde and many others. They knew that I followed rocknroll. With Noel G., I always said ""he and his whole party are good!" Anyway, I have very fond memories of the Astoria. When I was in London I met a friend for lunch who also worked there in the 90's. I think the Pistols should have tried to do it without a lead singer, but that's me.:)

[@floatfacebook2013]

your forgetting where frank started the gallows were a tour de force and amazing live

[@damianwims]

On the wrong side of the planet so wasn't there BUT.... watched a couple of the videos that are floating around and they were great. Frank Carter is amazing (check out Gallows if you don't believe me).

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

I'm on the wrong side of the planet too. I thought Frank Carter did a good job. The 3 Pistols sounded great. Paul's drumming..wow!

[@baronsaturday9560]

Luv Ya!!! Thanks for the inspiration and great videos!!!

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Glad you like them!

[@PicturePalace-b6l]

Hi Maggie. A fantastic listen with many trips down memory lane thrown in. Keep it going / love your enthusiasm 👍

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ianwild]

Looks like one of liam gallaghers sprogs getting tattooed

[@deanrussell2224]

Hi Maggie - been to Tuesday and Wednesday shows and they were both brilliant for different reasons - Frank is a great frontman and does a good job - cookie is absolutely killing it as usual - such a great sound - Steve and Glen very tight - little bit of a timing issue first 2 tracks on Tuesday but back in the swing - met Steve,Paul and Glen on Sunday when they were rehearsing and they were gracious enough to sign and pose for pics - frank on Monday so had 4 days in the Bush !! The vids on here from the gigs just don’t do it justice- the staff and owner at the venue are wonderful as well - such a great experience all around and thank you for your vids - really enjoying the content

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

How wonderful! I'm so happy for you. I think it's beautiful that they can play the songs again. Cookie IS killing it! That's the first thing I thought when I saw some clips from Tuesday. He's brilliant and sounds fantastic as ever.. And I thought Glen and Steve sounded great too. As I said in this video, I don't think they need a front man, but Carter did a good job. Only thing I didn't like, on Tuesday anyway, was that he kept putting the mic to the crowd to sing along. That was distracting. But I wish I was there! Did you see they added a date on Sept. 26 in Kentish Town. I sure wish I still lived in England!

[@deanrussell2224]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces Thank you, that’s very kind to say - I did indeed but going to swerve that one - there used to be talk of more at bush hall but how reliable that is I’m not sure I guess we will find out soon👍 love the channel as well

[@tomrichardson6239]

I’m doing the 3 nights! Great seeing them in a smaller venue

[@WhyNotGoPlaces]

That's fantastic! You are very lucky to have tickets for all 3 nights. I see that Don Letts is listed on the 15th. Perhaps he djs before the show. Have a great time!

[@DavidRolfe-qz2up]

You're a very lucky boy Tom. Tried hard to get tickets but to no avail. Whether people want Frank on vocals or not, it'll be interesting and different, and I'm broken hearted I wont be inside Bush Hall or any of the nights.

[@DavidRolfe-qz2up]

I'm sure Frank will be better at singing Pistols numbers than Billy Idol was in Generation Sex. Billy is good at doing Gen X songs, but he can't sing Pistols songs for sure. God awful.

[@tomrichardson6239]

@@DavidRolfe-qz2up but still il loved those gigs too, I was fortunate to be at all the uk gigs including Glastonbury which was amazing to watch from the side of the stage and up close, didn’t quite have the same feel watching it back on tv

[@tomrichardson6239]

@@WhyNotGoPlaces the gigs were fantastic! Small hot sweaty hall, it was perfect

[@SKYHIGHCHIEF]

God Save Steve Jones!