Q:
Are the shows in December going to be acoustic or
electric? I've always enjoyed your electric shows
but never been to one of your acoustic gigs yet. A:
Hi there. This time it will be just acoustic; me and
a guitar on my lonesome...I love it actually; its
quite stark and can be very daunting!!!! But a great
way of stripping the songs to there essence. Thanks,
T
18th August 2010:
Q:
I've been a fan since "Young
Gods", and 'Don't Pray For Me' is up there with my
all time faves. What I'd like to know is how you
think your voice has changed over the years and how
(if at all) it's affected your style of singing?I Love the recent downloads, and noticed that
your voice still has a powerful undertow -
fantastic! A:
Thanks for that! I think age and experience play a
massive part in the evolution of singers and I'm no
exception. The biggest lesson to learn is to know
your weaknesses and play to your strengths. In my
case, I have a loud, big range. I can use 'full
voice' most of the time and so have aimed my
delivery straight at power and passion. What I lack
in finesse, I make up with a knowledge of my grasp
of delivery that is honest and direct. I have learnt
to follow my instincts and believe in my ability to
communicate an emotion and an idea through songs,
words and singing. That's where experience play a
huge role... T
31st
July 2010:
Q:
I was having a look through my
vinyl a few weeks back and found one by 6 Yard Box,
with you on it singing 'Pictures of Matchstick Men',
I think it was a collaboration with Lawnmower Deth
members, I just wondered how did that collaboration
happen? And what do you think now of the music that
came out of it? A:
I know Pete Lee from Lawnmower Deth really well and
we have a similar sense of humour, so when he asked
me to do the vocal I was dead chuffed! I love Status
Quo! There I said it! Unbridled love especially the
early stuff so for me it was a no brainer...I
thought the track was fun, and enjoyed singing it!!!
Thanks.
19th July 2010:
Q:
Hey Toby, How are you? Always admired your voice and
though it was really powerful and with such a large
range! I am a guitarist / composer and wanted to
know if you would like to listen to some of my
stuff...would be awesome to have your input!! Can I
send you a track? Good luck with all your new stuff.
Andrew A:
Hey Andrew. It would be a pleasure to listen
to them. Attach any mp3's to an email and I'll let
you know what I think. Thanks for the kind words and
speak to you soon. Tobe
Q:
Hey Tobe/Toby (Not sure which you prefer) I was
wondering whether you could do me a favour? My mum
has been a fan of Little Angels since your Young
Gods release and has we've been to see you more
recently - amazing i must say. Not only has she
passed on soo many good bands including 'Angels to
me she's taken me to tonnes of gigs. So as a thank
you I was wondering whether you could sign her CDs?
There are 5 in total (Young Gods, Jam, The Acoustic
Sessions 1&2 and Young Gods single) if so where do I
send them? Cheers Tobe, Sail Away is a truly
remarkable song! Benn A:
Hey Benn thanks for the great message. I'd be happy
to sign anything you wish. I don't have a PO BOX
anymore, so I suggest you try to get to a show on
the SKIN tour and come along with your mum, that way
I can thank you all for being great supporters and
can sign it all...Hope that can happen. Kind
regards, Tobe
14th July 2010:
Q:
Hi Tobe. Years ago, I sent my
copy of Too Posh To Mosh to your mum for you to sign
next time you were there. Not only did you do this,
but you also sent me a signed copy of the 87 EP too
- you star! Anyway, your mum was really really nice
and friendly and I just wondered how she was? A:
Thanks for that and you're welcome. My mum always
enjoyed that period and loved meeting fans and
helping out where ever possible so it would have
been her pleasure to make sure you got what you
asked for.
She is still really interested in what I'm doing,
although not quite as hands on Thanks for the
memory! Tobe
12th July 2010:
Q:
Hi
Toby, I know you live in Scarborough, & I often head
up there myself - just wondering, do you still 'hang
out' in Scarborough? and if so, what are the best
rockin' places around there? A:
Hey there, I do still go out in Scarborough, not
very often but when I do I won't eat anywhere else
for lunch other than 'Mojo's' cafe, for pubs try
'the Merchant' on Newborough, Tap and Spiel on
Falsgrave...'Vivaz' nightclub is the only place that
puts on decent gigs and plays rock and
alternative...Hope that helps. Cheers!
Q: Hi Toby... Just wanted to say thanks for the
vast collection of music over the last 20 years...
My question is have you though of release a
Storytellers/unplugged album and DVD? Also what is
the latest on the DVD that was made? I've also been
in touch with your agent about booking a gig in
South Wales... so keep an eye out for that! Thanks
again
A: Its always great to hear the music connected!
Hopefully plenty more to come...
I will do something on DVD, but I don't feel the
time is right at the moment. The release that was
planned didn't come to fruition due to finance.
Thanks x
8th July 2010:
Q:
I hear you have Matt drumming
with you at the moment which is great news. Is this
a permanent arrangement again???? Fingers crossed xx A:
yes and yes!
Q: Hi Toby, we came to see you in Kendal when
you were with Gun and The Virgin Marys, if you
remember we had the guitarist from the Preston band
Stormcorporation with us. They are a very good live
band, and I would be really grateful if you could
check them out, and let me know what you think of
them!! Thanks, Paul
A: Hey Paul, I love hearing new bands and will
take a listen...look forward to it Thanks, Tobe
6th July 2010:
Q:
Are you from Filey or Scarborough originally? I'm
from Hull and would love to see you live again after
last seeing you going on 17 years ago at the city
hall, are you planning on doing anything up this end
of the country in the near future?
A: I'm actually originally from Lincoln, but
grew up in and around the Scarborough area, most
specifically in Hunmanby. Lots planned for later in
the year and next year so hopefully see you soon...
Q: Hearing you back in the studio working on new
material is great cant wait to hear it. What's the
news on the touring front will you be out doing
shows later in the year? Be great to hear it live
and hopefully some where in the south of the country.
A: Thanks mate, yes plans to tour the final EP
but not certain when. Likely to be early next year
I'd say at a guess but may be out touring
acoustically later in the year.
5th July 2010:
Q:
Toby, do you prefer playing music or acting? Are you
going to do more acting in the future?
A: Hi there. I much prefer playing music, its
what I have always done and will probably die on a
stage somewhere! I was never really an actor; it was
a stop gap that was fun and I met some cool people
and had some great times working on some killer
movies but I was a very small cog in a huge
machine...Thanks T
Q: This is kinda 2 questions in one.
1. Are there any Little Angels bootlegs (that you've
kept over the years) that would ever go on sale to
the fans? either online here or at shows. I'd love a
copy of some from your times at Rock City.
2. If you were to do another solo tour, supporting
or headlining, would you consider getting requests
from fans for your setlist? (compromising of
either 'Angels songs or covers that you've never
before played) Cheers, Benn
A: Hi Benn. I don't have any at all. I'm aware
that there are a lot of bootlegs out there, many
from the past and some from my Toby solo shows from
a few years back. I suggest you put a shout out
through my facebook site and here and I'm sure those
that have them will get in touch. There is a massive
amount of bootleg collectors out there...happy
hunting.
Q: What do you think is the best song you have
ever written and do you miss writing songs with the
other "angels"?
A: It's a hard thing to answer, but in terms of
me being satisfied with a song enough to not want to
change anything, I'd say:
Don't prey for me
Womankind
Happy ever after...
Take your pick.
I do miss working with the other angels, but its a
bit rose tinted, it was not easy for sure and there
was a fair bit of rivalry, but that's a good thing
when you are trying to write tunes....Of course I
miss it...
Q: Hey Toby, you mentioned at the acoustic gig
at the Victoria in Scarborough that there was a
possibility of you and Dan Reed doing
something regarding a tour. Any updates on this???
Also as Fastway are playing Sonisphere does that
mean you will be there as their singer? If so look
forward to seeing you there.
A: With regard to the Dan Reed acoustic shows,
its looking likely for next year, just no firm
dates. The Fastway gigs will feature me as
singer...Ill keep you posted on both! Thanks.
4th July 2010:
Q:
After seeing you in Gun ( brilliant ), and seeing
support Skin, I was wondering if you were maybe
thinking of trying to get The Little Angels together
again, seeing as you played all their stuff on the
Skin tour? Sorry if your sick of being asked this,
just was wondering. Whatever you get up to, the best
of luck with it.
A: As this gets asked such a lot (not surprisingly)
I'm gonna say this once and for all; I'd love to do
it. I have made my feelings known to all concerned.
I think it would be great to thank the fans for such
long time commitment. It would be good karma for the
band and as long as it was entered into with the
spirit of fun and with respect to the past, I think
it would be great. The ball is in others
court...That, for now is all I will say. Thanks.
Q: Hi Tobe, Loving the new site.......Did you enjoy
the gig tonight?? Did Ketyn managed to get there in
the end? Love Di xx
A: Very much so, the band performed with such
passion and a unique blend of rock all of their
own...just a matter of time before they explode! We
both got there fine thanx.
Q: Hey Toby, is there any chance of a Little Angels
reunion anytime soon?
A: Mmmmm...never say never....
Q: Hey Toby, Having recently left Gun I'm just
wondering what you have planned for the future? If
it involves putting together a band I'd love to have
an opportunity to audition/try out/get involved.
I've played drums for 19 years, have been an
endorsee of Roland V Drums for the last 4 years and
have recorded for some minor recording artists. I
have years of gigging and teaching experience and
have been a huge fan of your material for years. I'm
sure you get lots of Kranks writing to you but I can
assure you I'm genuine. Please, if there is an
opportunity keep me in mind I can point you in the
direction of some of my stuff online if you wish to
check me out any further. Best Wishes Craig
A: Thanks for reaching out and having the guts to
ask! I'm not certain what I will do at the moment,
but please point me in the direction of material by
all means...you never know...All the best, T
Q: Hi Toby, I've had the good fortune of taking live
photos of you twice in the past - I was wondering if
I sent you a couple of photos in a SAE you'd sign
them for me? Mart
A: Hi Mart, Best bet is to mail to Townsend Records
(address on their web site) And ill do just that!
Cheers, Tobe x