Rox 2001
Here are some of the pictures taken during our Rox set last year

Pub People
In a new feature, we take a look at some of the characters encountered by Flavors on the pub circuit. Any resemblance to a real-life person is purely coincidental!

#1. The Townie Guy

Easily recognisable by his New York Yankees baseball cap, signifying his allegiance to a team which play a sport he doesn't understand in a country he's never been to. Will approach the band, usually mid song, and request that they "do some Queen". When told the band can only play songs they know, he will turn to the nearest guitarist and helpfully mime the correct way to play the song, before saying "just have a go at it". Best avoided by taking a sudden interest in amplifier settings.

#2. The Old Woman

Falls into one of two categories, the first will misguidedly stand in front of the PA with a look of terror on her face, and gesture in a futile way that the band turn it down. The second will invade the stage, grab the mic and 'treat' us all to a spontaeneous rendition of 'Simply the Best'. Best avoided by adopting a 'vacant youth' expression.

#3. The Advisor

Will approach the band and impart his vast knowledge in a half hour rant, which usually features such invaluable nuggets as "Just get up there and have it large". Will then turn to an individual band member and ask "didn't you use to be in Raw Power?" Best avoided.

#4. The Fashion Guru

May come in one of many forms. You may be lucky enough to be complimented on your lovely band-related merchandise-clotheswear, and asked where you purchased it..again..and again..and again..
Or perhaps they'll comment on your suit, or your hair or you general demeanor. Chances are, they'll look like they've just jumped through several hedges on their way to the gig, so you're best off just nodding and sidestep your way to the bar..

#5. The "Little Bit Too Into The Music Than Is Reassuring" Guy or Gal

While "rocking out", you may well come across this character. They'll usually be sitting at the bar for the first half of the night, sipping their drink, minding their own business. Then, as if on some crazy, funky mission, they leap to the floor in front of the band and dance like a convulsing toddler. And then most likely yell, jeer, fall over, shout bizaarely obscure requests ("The song from that ad, the one thats in the charts"), or very occassionly be sick all over themselves.
You're guaranteed to have at least one of these "japesters" at a gig, but it seems as if they always travel in pairs, maybe so they can provide each other with support, physical or otherwise..
Tactics? Focus on your guitar/snare drum/mic stand, they'll take fearful glances as an encouragement.

#6. The 'Old School' Landlord

When approached about the possibility of a gig in his establishment, a look of sheer panic will adorn his face. Confronted with our youth, scruffiness and appearance in general, alarm bells ring. He will have visions of upturned tables, flying pint glasses and outraged regulars. Glancing nervously at his staff, he will offer one of the following excuses:

1) "We've recently lost our entertainment licence"

2) "We're pretty much booked up for the rest of the decade"

3) "Fire, fire, the pub's on fire!"

Least likely to say: "So, you play hardcore political punk? Great, I'll book you in for Saturday night"