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27.01.08 - More Astoria pictures added

Pretty self explanatory really, another, and possibly the last batch of pictures from last years sell out gig at the London Astoria, top view simply click here.

Also you'll have hopefully noticed that we've added a news archive to this page, top right hand corned which we'll be updating on a regular basis!

22.01.08 - Vote for the type of site you'd like to see Hawkfest  2008 take place on private or public?

We've launched a poll on our forum asking the following question -

Would you prefer to have Hawkfest on a commercial premises like the 2007 festival, with many facilities, but more rules etc? Or woud you prefer to have it on a non commercial site like the first Hawkfest in Devon. A beautiful site with less facilities?

If you're a forum member you can cast your vote straight away by clicking here and signing in, alternatively why not join up, it only takes a couple of minutes.

However if neither of the above appeals then drop us an e-mail here with the content of the message either reading Private or Public and these votes will also be taken into consideration.

Thanks in advance and we hope to be able to give you more news shortly.

17.01.08 - Support the Sea Shepherd campaign

Hawkwind would like to ask all their fans to spare a few moments to have a look at the following page
http://www.seashepherd.org/migaloo/

This is something all the band feel very strongly about and hope that many of their fans will do as well, and if there's anything you can do to help or wish to make your voice heard then please click on the following link -
http://www.seashepherd.org/migaloo/take_action_now_hostage_release.html

16.01.08 -  Announcement regarding Magna DVD and Trading rules and taping policy posted

Firstly an official statement regarding the status of the Magna DVD -

It is with much regret that we have to let you know, that due to objections by Alan Davey, the Magna DVD project has had to be put on hold. We cannot send out anymore DVDs until the situation is resolved. Needless to say we are working tirelessly behind the scenes in order to get the DVDs promised by the band, (including Alan), out to the passport holders concerned as soon as possible. Please accept our heartfelt apologies, we do not like letting folk down in this way, but unfortunately it is completely out of our control.

However to lighten the mood slightly -

We've been promising this since the taping ban was lifted before Christmas, well here it is, just click here to view. For everyone's sake please read this and make sure you understand it fully before openly offering items for trade, but above all else thanks for respecting this policy.

10.01.08

Well we hope Hawkfans the worlds over have recovered from the excesses of Christmas and the New Year and here at mission control the engines are once again winding up to maximum RPM, well put another way there's plenty going on behind the scenes, so while we busy ourselves here are some more Astoria pictures for your enjoyment, simply click here.

01.01.08 - Astoria soundcheck pictures posted

As we say good bye 2007 and wish Hawkfans the world over a safe, peaceful and prosperous 2008 we give you  the new years first set of pictures, click here to view.

News Archive - Febuary 2008
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27.03.08 - Dave Brock to appear on Stockport based rock show Friday night

Phew! two news items in one day.

Just to let you know that those of you unable to make the show in Preston tomorrow night can instead tune into

Pure 107.9 Radio

to hear a pre recorded interview with Dave that will be aired on the stations Rock Show which is broadcast between 9pm and 11pm on Fridays.

Don't worry if you're not in the Stockport area, click on the link above and on the right of the page about half way down you'll find a "Listen Live" button, this should work with most media players found on a PC.

27.03.08 - Magna DVD Good news! if you're due a copy, bring your passport to any of the upcoming gigs

It's with much pleasure that we can announce the problems surrounding the release of the Magna DVD have now been resolved so the distribution and collection of this item can now begin.

So if you are due one of these and are coming to any of this weekends gigs, bring along your Hawkwind passport as proof of ID and we'll happily furnish you with a copy.

Those not coming to a show this weekend, look out for a further announcement shortly when we'll reveal how to get hold of your copy.

Thanks for your patience in this matter, we look forward to seeing many of you this weekend :-)

20.03.08 - Arthur C Clarke

We're sure Hawkwind fans the world over were saddened to hear the passing of science fiction writer and all round visionary Arthur C Clarke recently. Of particular interest is the tribute page that has been set up CG Publishing, which can be viewed by -
clicking here (make sure you scroll down to video clip, it includes some nice backing music as well!)

07.03.08 -  A couple more dates for you diary

Hawkwind are pleased to be able to confirm the following festival appearances during the summer -

7 June - Wyeside Festival, Hereford, Herefordshire - Click here for more details of festival
21 - 23 August - Crescendo Progressive Festival, Poitou-Charentes, France - Click here for more details of festival

Please note that whilst both dates are confirmed, exact appearance times are yet to be confirmed, as is the precise date for French one, we'll let you know when things have been finalised.

05.03.08 - New review posted

Thought you might like to see this review that's in the latest edition of Terrorizer magazine, click on the thumbnail below. Thanks to Louise Brown, deputy editor of said mag for sending us a copy.

P.S - If the resulting image is too small to read, click on it and it should enlarge in most browsers......

News Archive - April 2008
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25.04.08 - Dave Brock to appear on Planet Rock special next month

Something else to look forward to......

Dave Brock will be the subject of the show "My Planet Rocks" on the aforementioned station, on Saturday 10th May.

The show is an hour long and is a similar format to Desert Island discs where a specially selected guest chooses tracks that have been influential to them during their career and life in general. As well as the Saturday night airing it is usually repeated one evening during the following week.

Planet Rock can be found by clicking here and is available to listen online as well as through  DAB digital radio and most satellite services. 

 

24.04.08 - More dates added

Time to get your diary out as there are a couple more entries you can make.

Subject to final confirmation we'll be appearing at Schollenpop 2008 on the 2nd August. This free event (yes you read correctly) takes place annually on the beach at Scheveningen in Holland. Situated near to the Hague it's ideally placed for ferry services to and from Harwich and the Hook of Holland.

We can also announce that this years London Christmas show will take place at the Astoria on the 16th December. Tickets will be on sale shortly with more details to follow

 

19.04.08 - Hawkwind confirm another festival appearance for the summer

We're pleased to announce that we will be headlining the Friday night, 8th August at the 5th annual Fordham music festival.

Situated near Newmarket in Suffolk tickets are priced £25 for the Friday or £55 for the weekend, for more details on the festival and for full ticketing details, visit their web site that can be found by clicking here.

We look forward to seeing as many of you both here and at our other festival appearances across the summer months. 

 

08.04.08 - Clearing up a couple of Magna DVD queries

Those of you who have already sent in envelopes for the Magna DVD, rest assured you'll be receiving your copy or copies soon.

Please make sure that you send a separate envelope and postage for each DVD you require…..

All the instructions and charges are for each individual DVD, so for 1 disc it's one envelope with stamps, for 2 it's 2 envelopes and so on. (For overseas please affix coins to a piece of cardboard and enclose in the envelope)

If you require recorded delivery, please do not affix extra stamps to the envelope, instead please enclose the extra stamps (72p).

As promised the DVD recorded at the Astoria Christmas show in December is almost ready for release. It will be called "Knights of Space". This will also be available, on separate release, as a CD, with a few bonuses…………..More news here soon!

 

05.04.08 - Sheffield pics added and a quick note

Phew, a busy week indeed, Sheffield pics can be viewed by clicking here

Also just to make you aware that we've also made a slight amendment to the trading rules  asking that the recent shows are not to be traded at present, thanks for your understanding and compliance in this matter.

 

04.04.08 - Manchester pictures posted

As promised, more new material for you, a set of pictures from our recent Manchester show, to view click here.

 

03.04.08 - First 2008 gig pics posted

Plenty of new stuff for you to look at over the next few days.

First off, Click here for some photos from last Fridays gig at the 53 Degree Club in Preston.

 

02.04.08 - Magna DVD, If you haven't already here's how to get your copy

Well here we are back from our mini tour, thanks to all of those who came along, it was nice to see so many of you.

Anyway back to the day to day stuff and we're pleased to announce the mail out details for those of you who attended the 2006 Magna DVD shoot.

To facilitate a quick turn around we'd really appreciate it if you could provide a Stamped Addressed Envelope (SAE) or in the case of overseas fans an envelope (see size below) with either an International Reply Coupon (IRC) to the appropriate value, or if you can't get one of these then cash will be accepted.

Please ensure you send us, for each DVD, a lightweight bubble envelope, size D, size 210 x 280mm, click here for a picture, with the following postage stamps attached.

Postal Type	Amount £	Recorded Delivery (optional)
UK 1st Class (please attach stamps)	70p	+72p
UK 2nd Class (please attach stamps)	60p	+72p
EU Airmail (IRC or cash)	1.31	n/a
USA (IRC or cash)	1.80	n/a
Australia (IRC or cash)	2.00	n/a

 To the following address -

Magna DVD
PO Box 617
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE15 7WA

Could you also please enclose the following details -

Your Name
Your Address
Your E-mail
Your Hawkwind Passport, so we can stamp it, this will be returned with your DVD

News Archive - May 2008
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24.05.08 - Another December date added and Hawkfest news

Quite a lot to get through so pay attention :-)

First off we're pleased to announce yet another date in what seems to be an ever expanding schedule for December, this one will be of particular interest to our southern fans as it takes place on the 15th at the Brook in Southampton, as ever for more details check out the Tour Dates page.  

And with Hawkfest a mere 9 weeks away we invite you to have a look at both the Hawkfest Myspace Page and the Hawkfest Microsite,  both have had a major makeover and now contain more information regarding the festival and bands and events taking place, make sure you take a look you won't be disappointed.

Tickets are already selling quickly and no doubt this additional information will increase interest so don't get left behind, apply for your ticket(s) by clicking on the following link -  Add to Basket

22.05.08 - Hawkfest tickets, applying by post

Whilst the easiest and most convenient way for most of you to pay for your Hawkfest tickets is via our online store that can be reached by clicking the Add to Basket link, we've also had a few enquiries for alternative payment methods.

UK residents can send Cheques and postal orders as long as you follow the following guidelines -

Cheques should be made payable to "Hawkfest Ltd" and tickets are priced at £60 each (no card handling fee)

Postage and packing as follows - £1.50 for first ticket and 50p for each subsequent one.

Send your cheque for correct amount with a brief note giving the following details

Name

Address

E-mail address (if applicable)

Hawkwind Passport Number(s)

If your are bringing any children 12 and under, please state how many.

To the following address

Hawkfest
PO Box 617
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE15 7WA

17.05.08 - The waiting is over, Hawkfest tickets now on general sale

Passports at the ready  ladies and gents as tickets for this years Hawkfest are now on general sale.

Priced at £60 per ticket + £3 card handling charge, that's the same as last year, ordering could not be easier, simply click on the - Add to Basket  link and follow the simple instructions.

Here's hoping for a sunny July!

P.S - Check out our Hawkfest microsite for a couple of additions to the bill, more to be added shortly

14.05.08 -  More December shows added

As well as Exeter we can now also announce that Hawkwind will be making welcome returns to the Wolverhampton Wulfrun Hall on the 10th December as we as the Exeter show announced yesterday.

As previously for all the details please visit the tour dates page that can be viewed by clicking here.

13.05.08 -  Another December date added

In addition to the dates announced last week we can also confirm that we'll be appearing at Exeter University on the 8th December.

For more details on this and all our other confirmed dates please visit the tour dates page that can be viewed by clicking here.

07.05.08 - New dates announced for December 

It's very simple, click on this link to the Tour Dates page for 8 more shows in December, looking forward to seeing as many of you at these gigs.

Also don't forget to tune into Planet Rock this Saturday, details below.

News Archive - JUNE 2008
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27.06.08 - Dave Brock on the radio later today and another reason to visit the Hawkwind Myspace page

All things being equal Deve Brock will be appearing on Sue Marchant's show that goes out across the BBC Eastern region, later today,  the 27th June.

The Eastern region encompasses the local BBC stations in Essex, Cambridgeshire, Northampton, Suffolk and Norfolk, although anyone can listen live via the internet, the following link should help -

http://www.bbc.co.uk/essex/local_radio/

right hand side of page, click the "listen live" button.

All being well Dave should be on air sometime shortly after 8.30 local time.

And. as hinted at in the headline please pay another visit to the Hawkwind Myspace page where delights lay in wait!

25.06.08 - More Hawkfest news and a bit of a treat!!

If you take a look at the Hawkfest microsite you'll see that yet more acts and attractions have been added to the bill, with over 30 bands now confirmed for the weekend it really feels like things are coming together.

The eagle eyes amongst you will have also noticed that Hawkfest is hosting a number of specialist workshops this year and in another first we are pleased to be able to announce that Dave Brock will be hosting a guitar session as part of this, the official word being " bring acoustic guitars along with a notebook and pencil" the rest, we're sure will become clearer on the day :-)

Finally for now, we invite you to pay a visit to the Hawkwind Myspace page where there's a little treat in store, listen and enjoy :-)

 

24.06.08 - Hawkfest flyers and Question time

Sure many of you will have noticed the new Hawkfest flyers that have appear on the front-page in the last day or so, but if you haven't take a look here -

Please feel free to add these to your own web sites and Myspace pages.

Also don't forget that after the success of last year, Hawkwind question time will once again be taking place at this years Hawkfest, got something that you've always want to ask the band? well send it to - questiontime@hawkwind.com there's no guarantee that it will be used but make it interesting and who knows! as the old adage goes, if you don't ask you don't get!

Plenty more Hawkfest news coming soon so keep visiting :-)

21.06.08 - Those Wyeside pictures as promised

An easy one today, simply click here to see photos from our recent appearance at the Wyeside Music Festival

20.06.08 - More bands and stuff added to Hawkfest line up

Quite a bit to report so take a deep breath

Make sure you check the Hawkfest Microsite on a regular basis as we have added loads of new bands and attractions to the line up, today is no exception and together with more acts confirmed you'll also find some pictures of the bar area and also a new promo video from last years event, kindly produced by Si Deards of Mychoonz

Hawkfest tickets are going fast but can still be purchased by clicking here.

Finally keep an eye out for over the next few days for some exclusive pictures from our recent appearance at the Wyeside Music Festival, would have got them up sooner but a combination of the webmaster being on holiday and all this Hawkfest activity means they've had to take a back seat!

More soon

15.06.08 - Get involved with promoting Hawkfest with these "web stickers

Want to do your bit in spreading the word about this years Hawkfest? well feel free to add one of these exclusive web stickers to your own site, myspace and other social networking page or even your e-mails for that matter.

All you need to do is right click on the logo you wish to use, select "Save Image As", save it and add it to an appropriate page.

So go on, have some fun, download both of them if you feel really daring and spread the word!

Thanks

The Hawkfest team

05.06.08 - Dave Brock on the Radio Tomorrow, 06.06.08

In the run up to the bands headline appearance at this years Wyeside Music festival in Hereford on Saturday, Dave Brock will be a live guest on BBC Hereford and Worcester, tomorrow, Friday 6th June.

The station broadcasts locally in the Hereford and Worcester area on the following frequencies - 104, 104.4, 104.6 and 94.7 FM and 738 and 1584 AM,

However for those of you outside of this region you can still listen online, click on this link and then click on the "Listen Live" button that can be found on the right hand side of the page.

Hope you enjoy it and we look forward to seeing plenty of you at Wyeside Saturday night :-) 

03.06.08 - Have a look at our Hawkfest Promo Clip

Online Videos by Veoh.com	Want	Many thanks to Martin and Floyd at Kreluminati Mution Picture for this. If you'd like to add this stunning piece to your own web site, mypsace or other social networking page then somply copy and paste the code  below as appropriate - <embed src="http://www.veoh.com/veohplayer.swf?player=videodetailsembedded&type=v&permalinkId=v140830547MnTxEJF&id=anonymous" allowFullScreen="true" width="410" height="341" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer"></embed><br /><br/><a href="http://www.veoh.com/">Online Videos by Veoh.com</a>

01.06.08 - Latest Hawkfest News

Hello Folks

Here is some information for those of you who are coming to Hawkfest this year.

The festival is set on a wonderful Greenfield site, with lots of trees and views over the beautiful Devonshire countryside, near Honiton in East Devon, which has full rail and bus links to the rest of the country. The nearest airport is Exeter whose main airline Flybe, has flights from all over UK and Europe. A detailed map with directions and a list of the nearest hotels and bed and breakfast establishments, for those of you who don't fancy camping, will be sent out with tickets.

Camping will be available on the site and we have brought in luxury toilet facilities and a disabled toilet provision.

There will be a couple of bars, including a lounge bar, with a selection of beers, cider, real ales, wines, spirits, soft drinks etc, a sit down café and a variety of food outlets….We even have a village store for all of your essentials.

There will be workshops, stalls, walk around entertainment and of course the usual children's area with a variety of activities.

The line up is looking good too with some amazing bands across a whole variety of genres.

Tim Blake will be performing on Friday evening and also joining Hawkwind for their set on Saturday night. Sunday it is T.O.S.H (Technicians of Spaceship Hawkwind), so as some of you will already know, anything can happen there J

We have a few traditional Hawkfest favourites……Tarantism, Tribe of Cro, Bruise, Spacehead and Relentless, and by popular demand we have brought back from last year Omnia Opera, Danse of the Dead and the Tits of Death.

These will be joined by, The Starfighters (Bob Calvert's old backing band), Wind of Change, and many other bands which we will be announcing over the next couple of weeks.

There will be DJ sets throughout the weekend, including one by drum maestro Richard Chadwick himself!

Due to the huge success of "Question Time" last year, we have decided to bring it back, with a panel of band, crew and guests, hosted as usual by our favourite TV presenter, Mr Matthew Wright J……….So get those questions and discussion points in to questiontime@hawkwind.com if you want your voice to be heard.

As usual, well behaved dogs and children are welcome and children 12 years and under get in free.

For regular updates on this year's festival, keep an eye on the Hawkfest micro site, which is also accessible from the main Hawkwind website

Tickets are available online by clicking here 

News Archive - JULY 2008
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31.07.08 - A couple more pics added - find your tent at Hawkfest

Take another look at the gallery that was added yesterday, by clicking here, scroll down the page as we've added a couple of aerial shots of the site, go on have a bit of fun and find your tent :-)

0.07.08 - First Hawkfest pictures hit the site

Hello all, hopefully you are all back on planet earth after the weekend :-)

Thanks to everyone who attended Hawkfest we hope you had a great time, the feedback on the forum certainly seems to indicate so, now however it's back to the general day to day running of the site, and for the band loads more gigs over the coming months.

Plenty of pictures to follow over the coming days and weeks, with this to get you started! Click Here to view.

20.07.08 - Important Hawkfest News

Hi folks

All busy on The Hawkfest site.

A couple of things to let you know.

1) As the water pressure is low and water bowsers are taking a long time to fill, please bring as much drinking water with you as you can.

2) Although the directions to the site are written in miles, they are actually measured in kilometers......so when it says 4.5 miles, it should be 4.5 kilometers

3) Please be aware that there are still a few Hawkfest tickets left and these can be purchased via the online store. that can be accessed by - CLICKING HERE

As most of the Hawkfest team are now onsite any tickets purchased from here on will be held for you on the gate. Also please make sure you bring a copy of the e-mail receipt as proof of purchase with you and if you are not a current passport holder you will also need to supply 2 appropriate pictures of yourself.

Please note that all tickets must be purchased in advance, there will be no cash sales on the door.

See you there

The Hawkfest Team

20.07.08 - Hawkfest Line Up news

Anyone who is coming to Hawkfest needs to visit the Microsite that can be found by clicking here

Just done a major update on this to give a full running order over the 3 days.

There is also the facility to download daily and 3 day schedules that you can print off and keep with you so you don't miss any of the action (the 3 day one you may have to juggle with a bit in Word or something similar but it will fit on a side of A4).

Obviously there is the chance that minor changes will have to be made but these will be publicised at the time.

I wouldn't think this is the last you'll hear from myself or Hawkwind over the next few days but for now it's a case of all systems go and see you their!

Regards

Dave

P.S - If you are a band or act appearing at Hawkfest make sure you read this
 

10.07.08 - Hawkfest Psychedelic Sunday is coming!!!!

Curious? want to find out more? all Hawkfest attendees need to click on this link

04.07.08 - Hawkfest Tickets -  Despatch Information

Just a quick note to advise those of you who have ordered tickets for this years Hawkfest that they will be sent out in the next few days.

If you are coming make sure you visit this site regularly as there will be other information posted, and whilst you are here don't forget to take a look at the Hawkfest Microsite where bands and other events are still being added.

It's still not too late to apply but time is running out, all you need to do is click here.

Thanks

The Hawkfest Team

01.07.08 - Latest Hawkfest News

Hello Folks

Here is some information for those of you who are coming to Hawkfest this year.

The festival is set on a wonderful Greenfield site, with lots of trees and views over the beautiful Devonshire countryside, near Honiton in East Devon, which has full rail and bus links to the rest of the country. The nearest airport is Exeter whose main airline Flybe, has flights from all over UK and Europe. A detailed map with directions and a list of the nearest hotels and bed and breakfast establishments, for those of you who don't fancy camping, will be sent out with tickets.

Camping will be available on the site and we have brought in luxury toilet facilities and a disabled toilet provision.

There will be a couple of bars, including a lounge bar, with a selection of beers, cider, real ales, wines, spirits, soft drinks etc, a sit down café and a variety of food outlets….We even have a village store for all of your essentials.

There will be workshops, stalls, walk around entertainment and of course the usual children's area with a variety of activities.

The line up is looking good too with some amazing bands across a whole variety of genres.

Tim Blake will be performing on Friday evening and also joining Hawkwind for their set on Saturday night. Sunday it is T.O.S.H (Technicians of Spaceship Hawkwind), so as some of you will already know, anything can happen there J

We have a few traditional Hawkfest favourites……Tarantism, Tribe of Cro, Bruise, Spacehead and Relentless, and by popular demand we have brought back from last year Omnia Opera, Danse of the Dead and the Tits of Death.

These will be joined by, The Starfighters (Bob Calvert's old backing band), Wind of Change, and many other bands which we will be announcing over the next couple of weeks.

There will be DJ sets throughout the weekend, including one by drum maestro Richard Chadwick himself!

Due to the huge success of "Question Time" last year, we have decided to bring it back, with a panel of band, crew and guests, hosted as usual by our favourite TV presenter, Mr Matthew Wright J……….So get those questions and discussion points in to questiontime@hawkwind.com if you want your voice to be heard.

As usual, well behaved dogs and children are welcome and children 12 years and under get in free.

For regular updates on this year's festival, keep an eye on the Hawkfest micro site, which is also accessible from the main Hawkwind website

Tickets are available online by clicking here 

News Archive - August 2008
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15.08.08 - Press release regarding back catalogue

Cherry Red records and their imprint Esoteric Recordings are pleased to announce the acquisition of the entire HAWKWIND catalogue released between 1976 and 1997. The deal brings every Hawkwind album from “Astounding Sounds, Amazing Music” to “Distant Horizon”, together with all singles, EP’s and associated master tapes to the Cherry Red group who now hold full exclusive rights on these recordings for the world. The acquisition, undertaken with the full agreement of all past and present members of Hawkwind who appear on the recordings, also sees the launch of a new Cherry Red label, Atomhenge, upon which the catalogue will be reissued in full over the next eighteen months. Atomhenge will be managed by the team behind Cherry Red’s Esoteric Recordings imprint.

Atomhenge label manager Mark Powell said; “The acquisition of the majority of Hawkwind’s catalogue by Cherry Red is an exciting development. Hawkwind are arguably one of the most important and enduring British bands and their musical heritage is of considerable importance in terms of the history of British rock. The band has been cited as an influence by successive generations of musicians and to be given the chance to present Hawkwind’s recorded work in the manner it deserves is a privilege”. Among the albums brought to the label as part of the deal are many classic albums such as “Quark, Strangeness and Charm”, “25 Years On”, “Live Seventy Nine”, “Levitation”, “Sonic Attack”, “Choose Your Masques”, “Chronicle of the Black Sword” through to more recent works such as “Alien 4”, “Love in Space” and “Distant Horizon”. All of these albums will be released as expanded remastered editions on the Atomhenge label over the next eighteen months and will include previously unreleased bonus material as all the associated master tapes form part of this acquisition. Cherry Red managing director, Adam Velasco added; “Most of this material has been unavailable officially on CD for a number of years and it is our intention to make the forthcoming releases definitive editions in terms of audio remastering (from the original master tapes), content and packaging”. To begin the Hawkwind catalogue campaign, Atomhenge will be releasing two newly remastered 3CD anthologies compiled from albums and singles covering the periods 1976 to 1984 and 1985 to 1997 on November 3^rd 2008 as a precursor to the reissuing of the Hawkwind catalogue which will commence in stages at the beginning of 2009. Hawkwind’s Dave Brock commented; “I think it’s great that all of these records are to be made available again.....it’s another chance to hear the contributions made by various members over the years”. A further announcement about plans for the catalogue will follow in September when the anthology series track listings will be finalised.

05.08.08 - Hawkfest, Another Picture Gallery Added

Notice a bit of a pattern here? :-) another day another gallery added, this one's entitled "Friends and Relations" so should give you an idea of the contents, to view, click here.

03.08.08 - Hawkfest, Another Picture Gallery Added

As well as performing over all 3 nights in various guises, some Hawkwind members, past and present also undertook music workshops over the weekend, here's the photographic evidence, to take a look simply click here

01.08.08 - Another Gallery Of Pictures Added

Many other bands helped to make Hawkfest such a special event, here's a gallery of just a few of them that I managed to snap, sorry if you played and doesn't appear here, it's nothing personal!

To take a look simply click here

News Archive - September 2008
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29.09.08 - Another picture gallery added

Better late than never as the old saying goes, with various things conspiring against us it looked like these would never get posted, but fear not here's the first gallery from Hawkwind's appearance at the Fordham Festival back in August.

Simply click here to take a look

24.09.08 - Some new picture galleries added

In an attempt to get back to get back to some sort of normality as far as the website we are happy to post the last couple (for now anyway) galleries of Hawkfest 2008 snaps -

Hawkwind headline slot

TOSH headline slot

However in lieu of recent events we have also added another 3 pictures to the Jason Stuart Tribute Album that can be viewed by clicking here.

16.09.08 - Jason Stuart - More funeral details and a couple of other points to note

Jason’s coffin will arrive at The Volunteer pub in Honiton at 2pm on Thursday 18th September. The family have requested that everyone meet there and walk behind the coffin to The Church of the Holy Family, where the funeral service will take place at 2.30pm.

Any Hawkwind fans who attend the funeral will be welcome to come to a reception held by Hawkwind after the service. Please email us here to let us know you are coming and we will send you the details.

Secondly, Channel 5's Matthew Wright will be paying his own personal tribute to Jason on this Thursday's show which runs between 9.00 - 10.30am.

Finally for now please take another look at the Jason Stuart tribute gallery by clicking here as we have added some more pictures that we hope you'll appreciate.

Thank you

13.09.08 - Jason Stuart - More details regarding funeral arrangements

Hawkwind will be holding a reception for members of the extended Hawkwind family who wish to attend Jason’s funeral and meet up afterwards to share memories. If you intend to be there on Thursday, please email us here so we can get an idea of numbers and we will send you the details.

Over the last few days we have been inundated with requests from fans asking if they can send flowers or other tributes. Having consulted with Jason's close relatives and listened to their wishes it is our intention to erect a memorial stone at the grave from the extended Hawkwind family and to organise a fitting Hawkwind inspired floral tribute for the funeral.

The memorial stone will be a permanent reminder to us all of Jason's contribution to Hawkwind. Once in place it will be somewhere for all the Hawkwind family to visit if they so wish. If you wish to make a donation this can be done in 2 ways -

1 - Cheques, made payable to Dave Law. Please send these to PO Box 28, Honiton, Devon, EX14 1PB

2 - Via Paypal, use the "Send Money" feature and use davelaw@blueyonder.co.uk  as the e-mail to send donations to (you need to have your own paypal account to do this but they are very easy to set up)

Thank you

12.09.08 - Jason Stuart Photo Gallery

Just added the following gallery to the main Hawkwind web site, to view Click here

Hope you like it and feel free to send in any pictures that you have which you think are appropriate, it's easy enough to add them.

Drop me a line at davelaw@blueyonder,co.uk  with anything suitable

Thanks

11.09.08 - Jason Stuart Funeral details and a thank you

Just to let you know that Jason's funeral will take place next week, on Thursday 18th September at 2.30pm, at the Church Of The Holy Family, Honiton, East Devon

There will be a private reception after the funeral for family and friends only. Please respect the family's privacy

Hawkwind will be holding a reception for members of the extended Hawkwind family who wish to attend Jason’s funeral and meet up afterwards to share memories. If you intend to be there on Thursday, please email us here so we can get an idea of numbers and we will send you the details.

We would like to thank you all for your messages of condolence and support at this difficult time. The response from you, the extended Hawkwind family, has been immense.
It certainly helps to ease the pain knowing how much Jason is loved and respected. Being able to share and express our grief and remember him together helps a lot. He will certainly never be forgotten.

A few of you have been asking if there is an address where you can send sympathy cards etc.

You can send cards to

Hawkwind
PO Box 28
Honiton
Devon
EX14 1PB

We will pass cards and letters on to Jason’s family.

Thank you

10.09.09 - Jason Stuart obituary added

We've just added this obituary to the main Hawkwind  page - 
www.hawkwind.com
with some accompanying music.

We are also intending on setting up a gallery of pictures in memory of Jason and we'd love your input on this, if you have anything that you feel would be appropriate then please e-mail them to
davelaw@blueyonder.co.uk

Finally for now, if you get the chance, tune into Channel 5 over the next few mornings as Matthew Wright, presenter of the "Wright Stuff" will be paying tribute to Jason on the show, not sure what day, but probably at the end of the programme.

09.09.08 - Jason Stuart, book of condolence now online

We've added a new section to the Hawkwind forum, simply entitled Jason Stuart and we invite you all to leave your thoughts and memories there regarding our much loved friend.

If you are not a member of the forum and do not wish to join but would like to leave a message then please send an e-mail by -

Clicking Here

Send us your message together with you name and we'll make sure it is posted.

08.09.08 - News regarding Jason - update

This is one of the most difficult things we have ever had to announce, but we have to tell you that unfortunately Jason lost his fight for life today….

We will be posting an obituary later this evening when we feel able and we will be opening a book of condolences.

Goodbye Juice, rest in peace our friend x

08.09.08 - News regarding Jason

We are very sorry to have to let you know, that our keyboard player Jason Stuart is seriously ill. On Friday he was rushed into hospital with an aneurysm which unfortunately lodged in his brain and caused a haemorrhage. The doctors have been trying to save his life ever since.
 
His condition is very serious indeed. Please send positive thoughts and prayers.

We will update you on his condition as soon as we have more news.

News Archive - October 2008
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29.10.08 - Latest press release from the band

Following the tragic loss of their keyboard player Jason Stuart, Hawkwind have announced the arrival of guitarist Niall Hone. An accomplished electronic musician, Niall was previously a member of improvisational stoner band Tribe of Cro.

With Dave Brock at the helm, joined by ex-Gong synthesiser player, Tim Blake on keyboards and Theremin, the inimitable Mr Dibs on bass and vocals, and long serving drummer Richard Chadwick, Hawkwind begin their winter tour in Glasgow on December 4th and end up in at the legendary London Astoria for their traditional Christmas party show on December 16th.

With dance and mime from Matt and Laura and the usual stunning array of visuals from Chaos Illumination be prepared for a psychedelic experience…

27.10.08 - Astoria support confirmed

We can now announce that support for our London show at the Astoria on the 16th December will come from Huw Lloyd Langton. For details on this and other gigs make sure you check out the Tour dates page.

06.10.08 - Support acts for December tour confirmed

Take a look at the Tour Dates page for details of various acts that are supporting us on the upcoming December tour. The line up for London will be confirmed nearer the time.

04.10.08 - Some updates regarding Jason

A few things to bring to your attention so a general update seems the most appropriate.

First off we've added another 3 pictures to the Jason Stuart Tribute Album, like before they appear at the end, just before the "Jason Takes A Bow" shot, click on the link above to view.

We've also added a new album with pictures of Jason's final resting place and the floral tributes from his funeral, we decided to keep these separate from the main album as we feel it is your choice as to whether you want to view these, however assuming you do, then click here.

Finally for now, many thanks to all of you who have donated to the Jason Stuart Memorial fund so far, if you haven't done so already and would like to then simply click on the logo at the top of the page and follow the instructions.

02.10.08 - December tour news

We've received an number of e-mails recently asking if the December tour will still be going ahead in lieu of recent events.

Rest assured that Hawkwind will be playing all the advertised shows listed on the Tour dates page of this site. We are also in discussions with various support acts that will be announced once everything is confirmed, expect more news on that front over the next few days.

News Archive - November 2008
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05.11.08 - Additional support act for Astoria show

The observant  amongst you may have noticed that 3 Daft Monkeys have been added to the bill for our show at the London Astoria on the 16th December, this is as well as the previously announced Huw Lloyd Langton slot.

For this and all other tour date information simply click here.  

03.11.08 - Hawkwind Holidays

In case you missed it on the way to this page, we are doing a survey regarding this potential new venture.

To get involved simply click on the link below

Click here to take survey

News Archive - December 2008
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24.12.08 - A final message for the year (honest) regarding 2009 tour dates

Well it turns out that the last message was a lie, 'cause here's another one, check out the Tour Dates page as this contains the definative list of dates that the band have announced so far for next year, there was a slight confusion by some folks and we just wanted to put the record straight

Ok happy Christmas and see you all in 2009 :-)

21.12.08 - A final message for the year

First off, apologies for things being so quiet on the web site recently, a combination of much needed holidays and the recent tour meant that all things cyber space had to take a bit of a back seat, however rest assured that once the festive season is out of the way it'll be all systems go once again.

Anyway the real purpose of this message is to thank all of our fans for all the support you have shown over the last year, I'm sure few of you will disagree that it's had it's fair share of highs, Hawkfest and the recent tour being 2 that spring to mind, but also the low's, none more so than the passing of our dear friend Jason. We'll be closing the  memorial fund shortly so we can move on to the next stage of this project which is actually ordering the stone and having it installed, we'll keep you advised on developments but if you do wish to make a donation then please get it to us as soon as possible

Although Jason was much missed on the recent tour it was great to see so many of you attending the gigs and from the feedback we've received you really enjoyed the shows, your support does make these things easier!

Anyhow for now we'd like to wish all our fans a happy and peaceful Christmas and new year and we'll see you in 2009.