In the Mid 90`s I was privileged to share the stage with Brian at our Theatre in Denbigh when we appeared as a double bill with our band Redhill and the rest well is history... Brian was a true gentleman and very good friend to me. He would play regularly, many times at our festivals and folk club nights over the years, we all miss you very much Brian... Brian began playing double bass in several bands, notably with the Lincolnshire based rocker Vince Eager (born Roy Taylor, 4 June 1940, in Lincoln). He switched to bass guitar, later joining The Wildcats, a backing group for the rock and roll singer Marty Wilde. A fellow Wildcat was the drummer and future Shadow, Brian Bennett. He also played several other instruments, including harmonica which he has always featured and clarinet (nicknamed the "licorice stick"), which earned Locking the nickname "Licorice". When Marty Wilde parted company from The Wildcats, they changed their name to "the Krew Kats" and recorded instrumentals with modest success. In April 1962, at Bennett's suggestion, Licorice was himself invited to join The Shadows to replace the departing Jet Harris and played on some of their best known tracks, including "Dance On", "Foot Tapper" and "Atlantis". He also played the harmonica in live shows and on his signature album track, "Dakota". He appeared in the Cliff Richard film, Summer Holiday. - (Kev Moore)

Stewart Jones born and raised in Denbigh is one of the most influential and renowned guitarists in the area having played with many different bands across the country including Live with Lee Scratch Perry in London and on a later album release nominated for a grammy! 1996 saw this One off gig with Brian “Liquorice” Locking former bass player with The Shadows (1962/1963), Marti Wilde and the Wildcats, Tommy Steele, Eddie Cochran and Big Jim Sullivan at Theatre Twm o’r Nant Denbigh. Supported by Redhill. Subsequently played at Denbigh Music festival (Pigstock) with Brian.

Brian 'Liquorice' Locking & Stewart Jones Live at Theatre Twm or Nant

Brian 'Liquorice' Locking & Stewart Jones

Brian 'Liquorice' Locking & Stewart Jones Live at Theatre Twm or Nant. A world class performance from two incredible musicians!

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    Be Bop 3:59
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    Nigts in white satin 4:26
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    Way Down South (Instrumental) 4:17
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    My best friend 5:15
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    Around the world (Harmonica jigs) 8:11
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