"to The Undertones: ""Here Comes the Summer: The Undertones Story"", was commissioned by the BBC and broadcast on BBC Four in September 2012. This documentary also features with interviews with current and former members of the Undertones (excluding Feargal Sharkey) in addition to numerous fans, friends, journalists, and additional personnel involved in the band's recordings and career. The Undertones The Undertones are a punk rock band formed in Derry, Northern Ireland, in 1974. From 1975 to 1983, the Undertones consisted of Feargal Sharkey (vocals), John O'Neill (rhythm guitar, vocals), Damian O'Neill (lead guitar, vocals), Michael Bradley (bass, vocals) and Billy"
"Kicks"", ""Jimmy Jimmy"", ""Here Comes The Summer"" and ""You've Got My Number"", and such notable album tracks as ""When Saturday Comes"" and ""You're Welcome"". After releasing four albums and thirteen singles, The Undertones disbanded in 1983; they reformed in November 1999. Since then, the band (who have a new lead singer, fellow Derry native Paul McLoone who also serves as a radio presenter for the Irish national and independent radio station Today FM) have released two further albums and performed a number of gigs in both the UK, Ireland, Europe and North America. In 1985 the O'Neill brothers formed That"
"The Undertones (album) The Undertones is the 1979 debut album by The Undertones. The album was recorded at Eden Studios in Acton, West London in January 1979 and was released on 13 May that year. The original release included just one single release: ""Jimmy Jimmy"" and an album version of ""Here Comes The Summer"", which was never released as a single. A re-released version of the album (housed in an alternate sleeve), was issued in October 1979. The re-released album also included the Undertones' first two singles: ""Teenage Kicks"" and ""Get Over You"" alongside both ""Jimmy Jimmy"" and a single"
"a two-week tour of Ireland before touring continental Europe for the first time in March. On 28 March 1980, the Undertones released their sixth single, ""My Perfect Cousin"". The song, which had been written the previous summer by Damian O'Neill and Michael Bradley, reached number 9 in the UK charts and would subsequently prove to be the band's highest charting single. The following month, on 21 April 1980, the band's second LP, ""Hypnotised"" was released. This album reached number 6 in the UK Albums Chart, remaining in the Top 10 for one month. The same week the album was released,"
"same year. Although the majority of the songs contained upon this album were largely inspired by the same subjects as the songs upon the two previous albums released by the band at this stage in their career (both of which generally contained lyrical matter concerning teenage angst), ""Positive Touch"" was the first and only album released by The Undertones to contain songs which drew lyrical inspiration from the Troubles relating to the political and social background in which the members of the band had been born and raised. The single ""It's Going to Happen!"" was directly inspired by the 1981"
"My Perfect Cousin ""My Perfect Cousin"" is a song by Northern Irish punk rock band the Undertones. The song – inspired by an actual cousin of one of the band members – was written during the summer of 1979 and recorded at Wisseloord Studios in Hilversum in December 1979. ""My Perfect Cousin"" was the first of two singles to be released from the band's ""Hypnotised"" LP (the second being ""Wednesday Week""), and was released on 28 March 1980. The single reached number 9 in the UK Singles Chart, making it the band's only top 10 single. ""My Perfect Cousin"" was"
"Here Comes the Summer ""Here Comes the Summer"" is a punk rock song originally written and recorded by Northern Irish band the Undertones. The song was inspired by the Ramones and was written in 1978 by the band's principal songwriter, John O'Neill. It was included, initially as an album track, on their eponymous debut LP, which was released in May 1979. A faster version of ""Here Comes the Summer"" was recorded in mid-1979 and released on 13 July, reaching number 34 in the UK Singles Chart on 4 August that year. It was the Undertones fourth single and, at just"
"version of ""Here Comes The Summer"", which had been released in July. In addition, the song ""Casbah Rock"" was included as the final track of the album. Numerous polls conducted since 1979 have placed ""The Undertones"" as one of the greatest albums to be released in the 1970s and one of the Top 40 punk/new wave albums of all time, with the single ""Teenage Kicks"" being listed by BBC Radio 2 as the 51st best song ever released. The Undertones' eponymous debut album was recorded at Eden Studios in January 1979. The album was produced by Roger Bechirian, with whom"
"one minute and 45 seconds long, is their shortest single. The initial album recording of ""Here Comes the Summer"" was first released on CD by Dojo Records under the title ""The Undertones, the original album of the Undertones."" The album recording was also released on the 2009 Salvo Music re-release of the Undertones' eponymous debut album. Here Comes the Summer ""Here Comes the Summer"" is a punk rock song originally written and recorded by Northern Irish band the Undertones. The song was inspired by the Ramones and was written in 1978 by the band's principal songwriter, John O'Neill. It was"
"Tones"" and performed at various venues around the Oakland/San Francisco area. In 1966 they recorded the album ""I Love The Lord"" for the Gospel label, and a 45 for the Music City label called ""He's Alright"" When Vaetta's older brother Sylvester aka Sly Stone formed Sly and the Family Stone with their brother Freddie, and friends Larry Graham, Cynthia Robinson, Jerry Martini, and Greg Errico, the Heavenly Tones were recruited directly out of high school to become ""Little Sister"", Sly & the Family Stone's background vocalists for their recording. Tramaine Hawkins left the group and started a very successful solo"
"John O'Neill (guitarist) John Joseph O'Neill (born 26 August 1957) is the rhythm guitarist and principal songwriter of the punk rock/new wave band The Undertones. O'Neill, along with his younger brother Vincent and friends Feargal Sharkey, Michael Bradley and Billy Doherty, founded The Undertones in 1975, although Vincent O'Neill was replaced the following year with his younger brother Damian O'Neill, who became the band's lead guitarist. John O'Neill wrote the majority of the band's singles and a number of album tracks (occasionally collaborating with his brother Damian or Michael Bradley). Undertones songs written by John O'Neill include the singles ""Teenage"
"released a solo-single ""Trapped in a Cage"" on Overground Records. The 7"" vinyl is limited to 500 copies only, however, it's downloadable as well via itunes. It's beautifully crafted, strong and raw, yet earwormy songs and O'Neill is the whole band except the drummer. O'Neill is left-handed but plays the guitar right-handed. Damian O'Neill Stephen Damian O'Neill (born 15 January 1961) is the lead guitarist in the pop-punk band, The Undertones. He joined the band following the departure of his older brother, Vincent, in 1976, and remained with the band until their break up in 1983. O'Neill wrote several album"
"Petrol Emotion, an acclaimed rock act who disbanded in 1994. In the 1990s he formed a trip hop group called Rare under the stage name ""Seán Ó'Néill"" with vocalist Mary Gallagher. Despite some positive reviews in the music press they only had one notable chart appearance and disbanded shortly after the release of their only album in 1998. John O'Neill (guitarist) John Joseph O'Neill (born 26 August 1957) is the rhythm guitarist and principal songwriter of the punk rock/new wave band The Undertones. O'Neill, along with his younger brother Vincent and friends Feargal Sharkey, Michael Bradley and Billy Doherty, founded"
"album was released in May. The primary lyrical concern of the songs focused upon youthful relationships and adolescence. Three further punk singles ""Jimmy Jimmy"", ""Here Comes the Summer"" and ""You've Got My Number (Why Don't You Use It?)"" were released between April and October 1979, each to critical acclaim. In September 1979, the Undertones toured the United States for the first time, supporting The Clash with eight concerts in six different States. Following the 'You Got My Number tour' of October 1979, the Undertones began recording the songs for their second album, ""Hypnotised"", at Wisseloord Studios in the Netherlands. The"
"The Undertones The Undertones are a punk rock band formed in Derry, Northern Ireland, in 1974. From 1975 to 1983, the Undertones consisted of Feargal Sharkey (vocals), John O'Neill (rhythm guitar, vocals), Damian O'Neill (lead guitar, vocals), Michael Bradley (bass, vocals) and Billy Doherty (drums). Much of the earlier Undertones material drew influence from punk rock and new wave; the Undertones also incorporated elements of rock, glam rock and post-punk into material released after 1979, before citing soul and Motown as the influence for the material released upon their final album. The Undertones released thirteen singles and four studio albums"
"Feargal Sharkey Seán Feargal Sharkey (born 13 August 1958) is a singer from Northern Ireland most widely known as the lead vocalist of pop punk band The Undertones in the 1970s and 1980s, and for solo works in the 1980s and 1990s. His 1985 solo single ""A Good Heart"" was an international success. After becoming less musically active in the early 1990s, he has performed various roles supporting the UK's commercial music industry, winning several awards and honours for his work in that area. Sharkey, who was born in Derry, Northern Ireland, joined The Undertones shortly after their formation in"
"Style)', which saw the band perform in continental Europe and—in December—the 'See No More' tour of the UK. In terms of chart sales, the year 1980 was the Undertones' most successful year. In a review by ""Sounds"" magazine the same year, the Undertones were described as: ""Possibly the best pop group in the English speaking world."" In December 1980, the Undertones announced their intention to split from Sire Records as they were unhappy with the lack of promotion they were receiving outside of the UK, particularly in the US. Following negotiations, their manager, Andy Ferguson, succeeded in the band retaining"
"Kingston, where he lived with his aunt and auditioned unsuccessfully for Lee Perry and Coxsone Dodd. He first recorded under the name Junior Soul for Sonia Pottinger's Gayfeet label, and then began recording regularly for the Crystal label owned by Derrick Harriott, where he had a minor hit with ""Solomon"" in 1972. He also performed as a member of the Hippy Boys, and later the Mighty Falcons and the Tornadoes, in Kingston's nightclubs and tourist hotels. In 1976, he auditioned again for Perry with his own song, ""Police and Thieves"". This time Perry agreed to record him, and the single"
"three weeks later, making the song the band's second highest charting single. Wednesday Week was The Undertones' final single to be released on the Sire label before the band left the label in December 1980. The Undertones subsequently signed a contract with EMI in March 1981. Wednesday Week ""Wednesday Week"" is the seventh single released by The Undertones. The song was written in December 1979 by the band's rhythm guitarist and principal songwriter, John O' Neill, during a Christmas break the band had taken while recording their second album, ""Hypnotised"". The song was notably more mellow than each of the"
"of the spark. I don't know but I tend to think some of us got too complacent sitting in our homes in Derry."" The Undertones released two studio singles, ""Beautiful Friend"" and ""The Love Parade"", in February and October; both of these singles failed to make an impact upon the UK charts. In March 1983, the Undertones released their fourth album, ""The Sin of Pride"". This album, which drew inspiration from both soul and Motown, was produced by Mike Hedges, who had replaced Roger Bechirian as the Undertones' producer following the 1981 release of ""Positive Touch"". Feargal Sharkey is known"
"Damian O'Neill Stephen Damian O'Neill (born 15 January 1961) is the lead guitarist in the pop-punk band, The Undertones. He joined the band following the departure of his older brother, Vincent, in 1976, and remained with the band until their break up in 1983. O'Neill wrote several album tracks and singles during the career of The Undertones, usually writing with bassist Michael Bradley. After the Undertones split in 1983, Damian O'Neill formed That Petrol Emotion with his guitarist brother, John O'Neill. The Undertones reformed in 1999 and O'Neill continues to perform and record with them. Since 2012, Damian O'Neill and"
"Hayes of Club Hoy and Anthony Hayes aka Stevie Plunder of the Plunderers) and Peter Velzen on drums (aka Pete Pillage, ex-the Plunderers). Robertson worked in videotape operations and Higgie as a vision mixer. The Falling Joys were part of the Duckberg group, a set of independent bands publishing their own record label, and recorded their first few singles under this label. Secret Seven was another of the bands publishing under this label. Falling Joys next three singles, ""Nearly a Sin"" (June 1988), ""You're in a Mess"" (December 1988) and ""Tunnel Vision"" (July 1989), were followed by their debut four-track"
"voted number 30 in the 1980 ""NME"" ""singles of the year"" poll. The song was the sixth single released by the Undertones, and the first single to be written by Damian O'Neill and Michael Bradley. The music video to the song was largely filmed at the home of the O'Neill brothers, and was directed by Julien Temple. The song was performed on ""Top of the Pops"" on two occasions: 10 April and 24 April 1980. My Perfect Cousin ""My Perfect Cousin"" is a song by Northern Irish punk rock band the Undertones. The song – inspired by an actual cousin"
"Positive Touch Positive Touch is a 1981 album by The Undertones. The album, the third to be released by the band and the last to be produced by Roger Bechirian, was recorded between January and February 1981 at Wisseloord studios in The Netherlands. The LP was released in May that year, reaching number 17 in the UK Albums Chart. The original LP release included the UK chart hits: ""It's Going to Happen!"", which reached number 18 in the UK Singles Chart in May 1981, and an album version of ""Julie Ocean"", which reached number 41 upon release in July the"
"Wednesday Week ""Wednesday Week"" is the seventh single released by The Undertones. The song was written in December 1979 by the band's rhythm guitarist and principal songwriter, John O' Neill, during a Christmas break the band had taken while recording their second album, ""Hypnotised"". The song was notably more mellow than each of the six singles the band had released previously, drawing influences from mid-sixties acts such as the Kinks and The Beatles as opposed to punk rock acts such as the Ramones. The single was released on 5 July 1980 and peaked at #11 on the UK Singles Chart"
"the United Kingdom, but was released as a single in the Netherlands. ""Positive Touch"" was voted number 28 in the 1981 ""NME"" 'Albums of the Year'. Positive Touch Positive Touch is a 1981 album by The Undertones. The album, the third to be released by the band and the last to be produced by Roger Bechirian, was recorded between January and February 1981 at Wisseloord studios in The Netherlands. The LP was released in May that year, reaching number 17 in the UK Albums Chart. The original LP release included the UK chart hits: ""It's Going to Happen!"", which reached"
"a reality series about then-husband David Foster's efforts to improve her two sons and herself. She began her career as a lyricist with the Kenny Rogers single ""Our Perfect Song"" from his album ""The Heart of the Matter"" (1985). Thompson collaborated with composer Richard Marx on Josh Groban's first hit record, ""To Where You Are"", with composer Steve Dorff on the Celine Dion hit ""Miracle"", with Andreas Carlsson for ""Drowning"" by the Backstreet Boys, and composer David Foster on several compositions, including ""No Explanation"" for the film ""Pretty Woman"" (1990), and ""I Have Nothing"" for the film ""The Bodyguard"" (1992),"
"Cathal Smyth titled ""Listen to Your Father"". The single was released on Madness's label Zarjazz Records in 1984, reaching No. 23 in the UK chart. The track was performed on ""Top of the Pops"" with members of Madness. Sharkey's solo work was significantly different from the post-punk offerings of The Undertones. His best-known solo material is the 1985 UK chart-topping single penned by Lone Justice frontwoman Maria McKee, ""A Good Heart"", which went to No. 1 in several countries including the UK in late 1985. He also had a UK Top 5 hit in 1986 with ""You Little Thief"". His"
"the small Junior label. Keyboardist Richard ""Groove"" Holmes left the Sonotones in early 1960, and was replaced by Dee Dee Ford (born Wrecia Holloway, Minden, Louisiana, 1936; died New Orleans, 1972). She had lived in Newark, New Jersey, and sang and played organ in church. When the Sonotones played at the Smalls Paradise club in Harlem, New York, they were heard by blues performer Arthur Crudup, who recommended them to the Fire record label owner Bobby Robinson. He produced a song written by Gardner, ""I Need Your Loving"" (also known as ""Need Your Lovin""'), a ""gospel-drenched"" call-and-response number in the"
"previously fronted a hotly tipped band with Undertones drummer, Billy Doherty, in the late 80s, which was called the Carrellines. Doherty and McLoone partnered again as producers at their recording studio, Big River Records in Derry, facilitating local punk band Schtum to make several acclaimed singles before their 1995 signup with Columbia/Sony. McLoone later went on to record two studio albums with the Undertones, ""Get What You Need"" (2003) and ""Dig Yourself Deep"" (2007). For Record Store Day, 20 April 2013, the band released a new single, ""Much Too Late""/ ""When It Hurts I Count To Ten"". To coincide with"
"the Undertones embarked on their 'Humming tour', which saw the band play a total of 25 gigs across the UK between April and June. Less than two weeks after the completion of the 'Humming tour', the Undertones toured the United States for the second time; this time as the headlining band. ""Wednesday Week""—the second single to be released from ""Hypnotised""—was released in July 1980. This single reached number 11 in the UK chart and remained in the Top 40 for a total of seven weeks. Between September and December 1980, the Undertones performed two further tours: the 'Disaster Tour (European"
"referring to two other, still unnamed men. Later in 1973, the follow-up single, ""The Right Thing to Do"", was another sizable hit, reaching No. 4 Adult Contemporary and No. 17 Pop. That same year Simon performed on Lee Clayton's album ""Lee Clayton"" and co-sang on the song ""New York Suite 409"" and on Livingston Taylor's album ""Over the Rainbow"" and sang with both Livingston and his famous brother, James Taylor (who was, by then, her husband) on the songs ""Loving Be My New Horizon"" and ""Pretty Woman"". In 1974, Simon followed the smash ""No Secrets"" album with ""Hotcakes"", which became"
"version of Wilson Pickett’s song ""In The Midnight Hour"". Other singles included ""Old Man River"" and ""Slow and Easy"" on Reid’s Treasure Isle label. They recorded for Sonia Pottinger ""Guns Fever"" and by 1971 were recording releases such as ""Tear Drops Will Fall"" for Clancy Eccles. Later, The Silvertones went on to record many songs for Studio One. They also recorded under the name ""The Valentines"", examples being ""Guns Fever"" (also called ""Bam Bam Fever""), ""Old Man Says"" and ""Stop the Violence"". In the late 1960s and early 1970s, the band worked with Lee “Scratch” Perry, initially as ""The Muskyteers""."