Chris Berry’s Big Solo Four in February

Chris Berry takes a break from FOG gigs in February with 4 great gigs. ‘Mick, our drummer is away,and all of these venues are great to play as acoustic solo shows,’ says Chris.

Chris Berry BIG SOLO FOUR IN FEBRUARY

‘But you might just find the odd guest singer or two cropping up. There’s Mandy, Charlotte, Jon and even one or two more that might just be there, but either way they will be 4 really fantastic nights. Hope everyone makes it.’  Chris’ solo gigs in February take place on the following dates and at these venues:  Friday 12 February – Old Star, East Keswick, near Wetherby; Saturday 13 February – Fox & Hounds, Boroughbridge; Friday 19 February – The Buffers – Scholes, near Leeds; Saturday 20 February – Mexborough Arms, Thorner.

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Joe delighted with final run-through of book!

Joe Longthorne is very pleased with his autobiography, due for release in April, but already in great demand through pre-orders along with a CD of his earliest ever recordings never previously released.

Joe back in Hull with sister Lizzie

 ‘I have been wanting to write this book for so long and now with the great help of Chris Berry, who is a fabulous, most gifted writer as well as being a singer himself, we have done it! Chris came over to Blackpool last week and the week before and read out the story to me, right through, both times. I think the people who have followed me for years will really enjoy both the book and the CD. Chris has done a great job with both.’ The recordings, unearthed because, amazingly Chris uses the very same studio that Joe recorded at in 1974-75, feature songs that many will never have heard Joe sing. ‘It was lovely to hear some of these songs again,’ says Joe. ‘Who knows, I might even end up singing one or two again now!’   The Official Autobiography plus the Limited Edition CD are available as a package, incl P&P for £32. You should mark a cheque payable to JL BOOK & CD and send to: JL BOOK & CD, 2 Elmete Croft, Scholesw, Leeds LS15 4BE. Each book ordered in this way will be personally signed by Joe and this is the ONLY way to also get hold of the CD of which only 1000 will be available. Hundreds of orders have already come in so if you want to make sure of yours please send very soon!!

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Joe Longthorne’s autobiography & Ltd Edition CD going fast!

Joe Longthorne’s official autobiography is already selling fast – especially with the Limited Edition CD of his earliest recordings, never before released.

Joe Longthorne @ Liverpool Empire 2009

 ‘Joe’s story is amazing enough,’ says Chris Berry, who has written Joe’s story in Joe’s own words. ‘But the offer of both a personally signed copy of the book, plus the limited edition CD of his first ever recordings, all really high quality, is proving irresistible to many of his fans. Hundreds of copies of both the Book & CD package have already been ordered and if fans really want to to take advantage of this offer I would advise them to order quickly. The signed book, plus limited edition CD (unavailable anywhere else but through this offer) is for only the first 1000 copies and Joe has masses more fans than that.’  If you would like to order then please send a cheque marked payable to: JL BOOK & CD: to JL BOOK & CD; 2 Elmete Croft, Scholes, Leeds LS15 4BE  The cost is £32 which includes P&P.

Official release date for the book & CD is April 2010.

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Chris Berry gets 2010 gigs under way!

Next Saturday 16 January sees Chris Berry playing one of his now semi-legendary SOLO NIGHTS @ The Fox & Hounds in Langthorpe, near Boroughbridge. ‘Last time I was there we had such a fantastic time’, says Chris.

Chris Berry under way with gigs for 2010

 ‘The night just went on and on – and I’m looking forward to another great night this Saturday! I played on Friday night (8 Jan) for the first time this year with my good mates Andy & Pete from FOG as FOG ACOUSTIC at THE MEX in Thorner and that was a great night too. The FOG gigs get under way the following weekend when we play two North Yorkshire gigs in a weekend – check out our www.the-fog.talktalk.net site for all of those details. 

If you would like a copy of Chris’ SOLO EASY LISTENING CD – including both acoustic & swing numbers with big band treatment; or CHRIS’ acoustic CD – ACOUSTIC JUKEBOX with Mick Clarke with lots of hits from the 50s through to recent hits then both CDs are available – either £7 for one – or £10 for the pair. You should make your cheque payable to: CHRIS BERRY and send to: CHRIS BERRY MUSIC, 2 Elmete Croft, Scholes, Leeds LS15 4BE

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Chris Berry’s FOG play in Thorner & Scholes for Christmas

Chris Berry’s renowned melodic rock party/functions band plays two fantastic gigs in the lead-up to Christmas. They are both home ground venues for the band that plays around 50 gigs a year. ‘We are playing @ The Mex in Thorner and The Buffers in Scholes on Tuesday 22 and Wednesday 23 December respectively’ said Chris. ‘It will be the first time that FOG has played in The Mexborough Arms, in Thorner for nearly a year and we’re hoping that all of those who used to turn out for our Sunday evening shows will be back! The Buffers on Wednesday 23 December should be even better! We have a huge following in the area and people love our brand of really happy, enthusiastic party stuff. We want everyone to dance, dance, dance – and they do.’ For both gigs you would be well advised to arrive early if you want somewhere to sit. These will be FOG’s last two gigs of the year – but they already have over 40 booked in for 2010 and will be seen at both The Mex and The Buffers once again. But these are the Christmas shows – and the band are buzzing!  Both nights will commence somewhere between 9pm – 9.30pm. Best time to arrive would be around 8 – 8.30pm at both venues. The Buffers is also a restaurant so if you want to book in for before the show your best times would be between 5.30pm – 7.30pm    www.chrisberrysingerandwriter.wordpress.com   www.myspace.com/chrisberrysinger   www.myspace.com/cmcacoustic   www.the-fog.talktalk.net    Email: chris@chrisberry.tv    Chris is also on Facebook and Twitter    Chris also writes for the Yorkshire Post every weekl and is currently writing THE JOE LONGTHORNE STORY

Chris Berry plays FOX & HOUNDS in Boroughbridge THIS SATURDAY 19 DECEMBER

He might be seen as lead singer of FOG, CMC and FOG ACOUSTIC, but Chris Berry is also a solo performer and has been performing under his own name over the last two weeks.

Chris Berry plays The Fox & Hounds, Boroughbridge Saturday 19 December

This Saturday sees Chris follow up his sensational night @ The Mex in Thorner (Sat 12 Dec) with another barnstorming performance in prospect @ the FOX & HOUNDS, which is situated in Langthorpe, BOROUGHBRIDGE, North Yorkshire. Landlord Richard says: ‘Chris is a superb entertainer. He’s one of the few guys that play in bands who can then come out onhis own and win over an audience. It doesn’t matter how many are in he sees it as his objective that everyone should enjoy his performance.’ Chris has been playing with the other 3 acts for the past 5 years but is clearly enjoying his solo sets. ‘You really can have such great fun with people and in my nights the audience still gets up to dance even though it’s just me and my electro acoustic guitar. I am thoroughly looking forward to Saturday. Last Saturday’s gig in The Mex was nothing short of amazing. It was packed and they’re all going to be back there when I play again in the early part of next year!’  Chris plays a whole range of styles and eras from 50s to current day – Buddy Holly to Kings of Leon and everything in between – and there’s plenty of great singa long tunes too.. The fun starts @ the FOX & HOUNDS around 9pm.   www.chrisberrysingerandwriter.wordpress.com   www.myspace.com/chrisberrysinger   www.myspace.com/cmcacoustic    www.the-fog.talktalk.net     Chris is also on Facebook & Twitter   Email: chris@chrisberry.tv   

Chris also writes for the Yorkshire Post every week & is currently writing the JOE LONGTHORNE STORY

Chris Berry’s Big Success @ The Mex in Thorner

What a fantastic night in The Mexborough Arms in Thorner last Saturday 12 December – absolutely packed out and a brilliant evening of entertainment.

Chris Berry - Great Night in Thorner

Chris Berry, lead singer with leading melodic rock covers band FOG and acoustic acts CMC and FOG ACOUSTIC, brought his own solo brand of hits from all decades. Sporting a brand new Ovation Celebrity Deluxe and specialist harmony vocals provided through yet another piece of new kit Chris wowed Thorner locals and those from outside the village with two superb sets which, even though this was just one man and one guitar, had the audience on its feet dancing the night away. ‘I really thoroughly enjoyed the night’ said Chris. ‘When you play somewhere and you’ve normally played with others it can sometimes be a bit odd, but Saturday night was just great. I can’t wait to do it all again.’ The comments back from those in The Mex crowd included: ‘We’ve not been in here for ages. We always used to come in for the music nights. You were great. When are you back?’ and ‘You have such an amazing voice. I’ve loved every minute of you tonight.’ and ‘You are not only a great entertainer, but you are also a lovely man. We love you Chris!’   Chris is back with his band FOG on Tuesday 22 December for a pre-Christmas gig and will be back solo there next year – and also with CMC and FOG.  If you missed Chris’ solo gig at The Mex last Saturday why not try The Fox & Hounds, Langthorpe, Boroughbridge this Saturday 19 DEcember. It all starts there @ 9pm.     www.chrisberrysingerandwriter.wordpress.com   www.myspace.com/chrisberrysinger   www.myspace.com/cmcacoustic   www.the-fog.talktalk.net     Chris is also on Facebook & Twitter   Email: chris@chrisberry.tv

Chris is currently writing THE JOE LONGTHORNE STORY – his autobiography.. and he writes every week in the Yorkshire Post

Chris Berry plays SOLO @ The ‘MEX’ this Saturday 12th!

No 4-piece band (FOG) … No duo (CMC)… No trio (sometimes CMC and FOG ACOUSTIC) …. this Saturday sees Chris Berry – one of Yorkshire and the North of England’s hardest working entertainers take on the might of The ‘MEX’ @ the Mexborough Arms in Thorner, just 2 miles out of Leeds!

Chris Berry - solo gig this Saturday 12 December live @ THE MEX, Mexborough Arms, THORNER, Leeds

 ‘It’s going to be quite a different night without the lads… and Charlotte, who’s just had a baby,’ says Chris who regularly plays all over the UK with Andy, Pete & Mick from FOG and FOG ACOUSTIC – and Mick and Charlotte in CMC. ‘This time it’s just me! A night of great pop tunes played with just me and the electro acoustic guitar. But don’t fool yourselves, it’s certainly not going to be a downbeat night. I’ve quite a few tricks up my sleeve and the evening should give everyone a real feelgood factor. I’m looking forward to every bit of it and there will be such a lot involved.’ For those who are not aware of the range that Chris sings during his concerts here’s just a taster of some of the songs he may be singing, but his show changes EVERY night: American Pie, Brown Eyed Girl, Oliver’s Army, Valerie, Sex on Fire, Twist & Shout, Mack the Knife, Dancing in the Dark, I Will Survive, All Right Now, California Dreamin’, The Gambler, Wonderful Tonight, Losing My Religion, Beyond The Sea, Come On Over To My Place, Use Somebody, The Lady is a Tramp. ‘Like I said, there will be a few surprises on the night,’ says Chris. It all gets under way around 9-9.30pm on Saturday 12 december. Admission is Free. The Mexborough Arms is a lovely village pub run by two wonderful people – Paul and Sue, who are trying to bring the pub back to past glories having gone back in after being away for the past 2 years. Your support is always welcome! Keep pubs and live music alive!!   Chris is also presently writing legendary UK entertainer Joe Longthorne’s autobiography – Joe is playing a gig nearby the following evening in Bradford so if anyone is coming to Bradford for the Sunday, but would like to check out Chris on the Saturday night this is an ideal opportunity. Who knows who could turn up unexpectedly?!!    www.chrisberrysingerandwriter.wordpress.com   www.myspace.com/chrisberrysinger    www.myspace.com/cmcacoustic   www.the-fog.talktalk.net    Chris is also on FACEBOOK and TWITTER   You can join various of Chris’ groups on Facebook… CHRIS BERRY, Solo Gigs, CMC Gigs, FOG Gigs   ….. FOG – The Part Rock Covers…. CMC – The Acoustic Act with Chris & Mick    …. Email: chris@chrisberry.tv    Mob: 07855 992834 Chris also writes in the Yorkshire Post every week.

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Chris Berry reaches 55,000 on Joe Longthorne’s book!

Legend of UK show business Joe Longthorne is looking forward to a fantastic 2010! Next year Joe will be touring the US and Australia as well as his UK tour and Summer season. He is also receiving the Variety Club’s highest accolade – the Silver Heart award. 

Joe Longthorne @ The Grand Theatree, Leeds earlier this year

What many fans will also be looking forward to is his first ever official autobiography which is to be released in March and his good friend Chris Berry, a renowned journalist/writer and fellow entertainer, is writing it on his behalf. ‘Joe’s life has seen all manner of ups and downs, twists and turns, and I am certain that it will be not only essential reading for his thousands of loyal fans, but also for everyone who ever has an interest in rags-to-riches-to rags and then getting back to being on a level par again,’ says Chris. ‘This is a man who has been through the mill more than once in his life, has learned to live with uncertainty, brought on by cancer – and yet a man who still delivers nothing less than 100% with his fantastic voice over 100 times per year. His concerts are nothing less than fabulous and the entertainment value he brings makes most of today’s TV shows pale into insignificance. Joe has been walked over, left over, left out in the cold and denied his rightful place on our TV screens regularly in the UK for too long. This book, I hope, will show all of those involved in the world of the box in the corner of our rooms just why he should be back! Why would any of us want to sit through hours and hours of mindless ‘reality’ when a real star is being so wilfully ignored?’ Chris is currently 55,000 words in to Joe’s autobiography. ‘Only another 35,000 to go! That means I’m nearly two-thirds of the way there! I hope you’ve got your Kleenex handy because there will be a number of times you will need it as you read his story.’  Chris is looking forward to the launch of Joe’s book next year too, and there is a rumour that his acoustic act, with Mick Clarke, could be playing as an opener at some of Joe’s concerts next year. Chris is also lead singer/rhythm guitarist with melodic party/functions rock band FOG, lead singer/rhythm guitarist with FOG ACOUSTIC and CMC – both acoustic acts, as well as playing solo simply as CHRIS BERRY. If you would like to know more about any of the following please visit or contact:  www.chrisberrysingerandwriter.wordpress.com   www.the-fog.talktalk.net   www.myspace.com/chrisberrysinger    www.myspace.com/cmcacoustic   Chris is also on both Facebook & Twitter    He has 3 groups on Facebook that you can become a member of… CHRIS BERRY Solo Gigs, FOG Gigs, CMC Gigs…. FOG – The Party Rock band…. CMC – Chris & Mick   He is also available on chris@chrisberry.tv  or on 07855 992834    Chris also writes for the Yorkshire Post every week

Chris Berry CD – The Smiler – Ideal Christmas Gift!

Chris Berry’s latest CD – The Smiler – The Easy Listening Album features 18 tracks varying between his big band/swing songs and acoustic versions of hits from through the decades.

Chris Berry cover pic for THE SMILER CD

 ‘I really enjoyed putting this album together,’ says Chris. ‘Everything on here is really just a nice, easy listen and that’s why we’ve called it The Easy Listening Album. I’ll leave you to guess why we called it The Smiler, but I think anyone who knows me will know why!’ The Smiler makes an excellent Christmas gift and was recorded at the same studio where Chris’ good friend Joe Longthorne recorded a number of years ago. Chris is presently writing Joe’s autobiography. The Smiler is available at the special offer price of just £7.

Chris Berry in acoustic action

And there is a further special offer with a copy of the CMC CD – Chris & Mick’s Acoustic Jukebox – featuring 15 tracks added to your order for just a further £5. Please add £1.50 for postage and packing. Please make any cheque payable to CHRIS BERRY and send to: Chris Berry CDs, 2 Elmete Croft, Scholes, Leeds LS15 4BE

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Track Listing for THE SMILER – Chris Berry’s EASY LISTENING CD

1. Nice ‘n’ Easy    2. The Young Ones   3. New York, New York   4. Daniel   5.  Fly Me To The Moon   6. Bachelor Boy  7. It’s All In The Game  8. California Dreamin’  9. Breaking Up Is Hard To Do  10. Brown Eyed Girl  11. When I Fall in Love  12. Bye Bye Love  13. My Way  14. You’ve Got A Friend  15. It Had To Be You  16. It Doesn’t Matter Anymore  17. The Next Time  18. The Gambler