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Rip It Up, Issue 17, 1 November 1978, Page 6

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George Kay and Keith Tannock.

The Clean have re-formed with a new drummer, Lindsay Hooke, as Hamish Kilgour is now taking over lead vocals. New rock ’n’ roll band, The Cameras have kicked into gear with Peter Gutteridge (ex-Clean) on bass, Terry Moore, guitar, and Alan Haig, drums. Hampton, who share the common complaint of lack of work, have a new drummer, Jeff Wright (ex-Labyrinth) who replaces Steve Finnity, now with Shuffle along with brother Julian. No definite date set yet, but Christchurch’s Bare Wires are definitely going to Australia where they should go down well.

Cruze commemorate their second anniversary this month with a special session at the Cook along with After Dark. I recently heard a tape of two of After Dark’s original songs, “Night Flight” and “Opus” both well arranged melodically attractive numbers. Definitely a band to watch for, they need work though. Tai Pei restaurant dispensed with services of Back to Back. Another gig gone west.

Alistair Riddell has had a run at the Cook. Apparently he doesn’t like Rip it Up , and I always thought he was a man of taste. Obviously not. Future attractions at the Cook are Shady Lady, Cruze and Bare Wires. More next month.