November 14th 2024
This past Saturday I had my first meeting and rehearsal with 'Lights Out', a "Texas Tribute to UFO". They approached me some time back and asked if I would be interested in playing a show or two with them as they were between drummers.
They are a Houston-based tribute band that have been flying the UFO flag for over twenty years. After thinking it over I agreed, and I am so glad that I did. They are a great bunch of guys, and it felt really good to get behind my kit again and bash out some of the UFO classics. We will be performing at the Pub 529 in West Houston on Saturday December 7th, so please come along if you are in the area, I'm sure it will be a lot of fun.
On a different note, I have just added a new listing to my Etsy page. It is a "Misty Green and Blue" drum head, printed with the UFO logo which I can personalize with a message of your choice and a signature or just leave plain, whichever you like. Check it out! All the best. Andy
September 4th 2024
An update to my Etsy shop... due to popular demand, we now have some more signed drumsticks available. Yes!
August 6th 2024
It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of our beautiful dog Belle. She died in the early hours of Monday morning, having just had her fourteenth birthday. She was the most loyal and protective creature, always walking the entire perimeter of our property each night and each morning. Even as sick as she was, she managed to drag herself up for one last check before she left us. She outlived her sister Bonnie by more than a year but in the end, she too fell victim to cancer. As devastated as Jo and I are, it gives us comfort to think that Bonnie and Belle are together once again. Goodbye sweet Belle, we will miss you terribly. Until I see you again, all my love. Andy
July 22nd 2024
I've just added some more items to my Etsy shop - have a browse!
Cheers!
Andy
July 15th 2024
After getting multiple requests for signed drumsticks, I decided to add them to my Etsy shop. Due to unexpected demand, I have temporarily sold out. I have more on order but unfortunately the factory that supplies them to me was a victim of hurricane Beryl and is now without power.
Luckily, they suffered no other damage so they will be able to resume production when the power is restored.
I will renew the listing as soon as I have stock, thanks for your patience and understanding. Cheers!
Andy
February 2024
A message from Jo - "Andy's just added some lovely new pieces to his Etsy page.... etsy.com/shop/TurnItUpDesigns"
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