THE BLOCKHEADS

THU 24 AUGUST 2023Formed in 1977 to promote Ian Durys’ album New Boots and Pan ties on the first Stiff Records tour of the U.K. – Chaz Jankel, Norman Watt-Roy, Charlie Charles, John Turnbull, and Mick Gallagher – became known as The Blockheads.In late 1978 Chaz returned to the fold and composed ‘Hit me with your Rhythm Stick’ with Ian. The band recorded it in The Workhouse Studios, Old Kent Road, London and in 1979 had a number one hit record with it in the U.K. Ian Dury & The Blockheads went on to record the ‘Do it Yourself’ album and toured Europe and the U.K. recording ‘Reasons to be Cheerful, Part 3’ in Rome. Released as a single in late 1979 it reached number three in the U.K. charts.Restaurant & bars open from 6pm. Show starts at 9pmAdvance Ticket – £16.50Dinner & Show Only £55pp – or £65pp for a Balcony Table.Dress code: Smart casual dress.