Paul Young Tribute Concert: Ardwick Apollo Dec 2000
A very difficult night for all of us but very rewarding. The turnout was magnificent and went a long way to healing some very scarred hearts.
Everybody who performed, Cafe, Mechanics, and SAS bands did a great job and it was, as always at these occasions, really good to see a LOT of old friends and to reminisce about past glories. I can only speak for Cafe but losing Paul was like losing a limb. We had all been through so many highs and lows together that we were all joined at the hip. When Paul left us it was like someone had just closed a door on part of our lives. Piccies below are a small part of the evening, and an insight into some of the backstage stuff. Shame the SAS band stole 'Everyday', and we didnt get to play "Not in Love" with Eric, but even though no accounts were presented I'm told the revenue raised for Paul's family was in the region of 50k.
On behalf of Cafe: Thanks for a great journey Paulie!