Tuesday, 25 February 2025

The Spammed record a cover of Devil Gate Drive for a Specialized charity album raising money for Teenage Cancer Trust and Tonic.

The 14th compilation album by The Specialized charity project is a vibrant celebration of legendary female songwriters, reimagined through the energetic and rhythmic lens of Ska. Featuring exclusive tracks by Ska bands from around the globe, the album unites international talent to honour the groundbreaking contributions of iconic women in music history. With each band lending its unique style and interpretation, the album pays homage to diverse eras and genres, from folk and rock to soul and pop, highlighting the creative legacy of female artists who have shaped music over the years. Proceeds from this album support important charitable causes, making it not only a tribute but a meaningful contribution to social good." Amongst those being paid tribute to on the CD is the legendary Suzi Quatro. Today in West London's Eastcote Studios I was lucky enough to witness The Spammed featuring Hannah Hu record a wonderful new version of 'Devil Gate Drive' (originally a Number One hit for Suzi Quatro in 1974). In the producers chair was Chris Kimsey who has engineered and produced many classic albums including Sticky Fingers by The Rolling Stones.

Above: Mick "Woody" Woodmansey (drums), Terry Edwards (sax and flute), Horace Panter (bass) Micko Westmoreland (guitar).

Above: Paul Cuddeford (Lead guitar), Woody, Kevin Eldon (backing vocals)


Above: Lead singer Hannah Hu

Above: Micko Westmoreland enjoys a nice cup of Rosey Lee

Above: Woody "Four eyes, one vision"

Above: 2-Tone legend Sir Horace Gentleman

Above: Mr Sartorial - Terry Edwards


ABOVE: Hannah Hu "Blondes have more fun"
Find out more about The Specialized project HERE
The album which The Spammed's cover of Devil Gate Drive will appear on is called Femme: Her Anthem.
The fantastic Eastcote Studios, which was founded in 1980, is in the heart of the West End. Everyone who works there is lovely and super helpful. Their clients include Adele, Aswad, Artic Monkeys, Depeche Mode, Ian Dury & The Blockheads, Leigh Bowery, Lemmy, Portishead, Lee "Scratch" Perry, The Specials, Sir Tom Jones, Sly & Robbie, Glandmaster Flash, and Brian Eno. For more info go HERE

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