The British Steelies Society

I came across this site while I was trying to track down Tony (Russell) Davis, who I first knew 50+ years ago when we both played in Gateshead bands.
I’m not a steel player, but a long-time guitarist. These days, I spend much of my time writing and recording, and have had several publishing successes, most recently just a few weeks ago. Most of my music has a country influence, and I’ve had a few demos produced in Nashville. If you read this Tony I’d love to hear from you. You can contact me via my website, listed in my profile.
For anyone else who listens and is curious, the steel player on my tracks is Mike Johnson.

Welcome Alan, I sure you hear from Tony very soon.
Wow, Mike Johnson? Now your talking, the guys pure magic.

Alan - well well well! Absolutely great to hear from you, is it that long ago ? The Kodabeats and the Denims, your residency at Throckley; all great memories. Welcome to the forum, I hope we an meet before long; at least keep in touch this way.
Meanwhile, two souvenirs of the 50+ years ago, the guys on the forum know what we look(ed?) like

The Denims - Alan Gillis on right. There's a better image of this photo on Alan's site; but here's one for the forum.


3/5 of the Vanguards, Tony centre.

Welcome to the forum Alan, there are a few of us not 'steel players', but we like to try and pretend, self included.