Rockmasters

There is no easy golden route, unless you know Simon Cowell personally. In any case, if you are REALLY into music, why would you?

A short answer is this. Keeping in mind you do need some talent in the first place, there is one other thing that sets a few ahead of all the rest: perseverence. After 50 years in this business I can tell you 95% of would-be’s fall by the wayside. Why? They give up. Some may be extremely talented, better than you, but they don’t have staying power.

If you keep at it, ignore doomsayers, and are prepared to take everything this sometimes shitty business can throw at you, it won’t mean you will make it, but the odds are a whole lot better!

Go out and play at any venue that will take you, for free normally. Keep writing songs, and keep sending them to publishers. That way you could build up a rapport with one of them. Finally remember this: you can ONLY achieve real success in the business if you are on the inside. Sitting at home in your bedroom gets you nowhere. Get out there, and fight your way in. I am still doing it myself!

Mike is appearing at the CONQUEST THEATRE  on October 2 in a one man show, singing many of his hits and telling stories about his artists, Cat Stevens, Marc Bolan, Manfred Mann, Showaddywaddy, Shakin Stevens, and many more. For all ticket info call the Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, Herefordshire 01885 488575

Mike is also appearing at the Kenton Theatre, Henley on Thames, on October 9, with supporting guests Jonas & Plunkett. The show starts at 8pm, and tickets are available from the Kenton box office, 01491 575698 or 07815 622272

Mike is appearing at Harpenden Public Hall on September 11, start time 8pm. The band consists of Ray Fenwick, Guitar ex Ian Gillan Band, Clem Cattini, drums, ex Tornados and top session drummer, and Colin Farley, bass, ex Cutting Crew.

Mike and the guys deliver 2 hours of solid rock for all the family. Book your tickets now from Harpenden Public Halls, tel no: 01582 762880

There are quite a few rock schools, but Rockmasters is one of the oldest and is also quite unique. The teachers are all members of famous bands from the past, and thus not only command respect, but also give the benefits of their collective years of experience.

Rockmasters is NOT interested in Grades. I know of no real rock stars who achieved any! However, to be a genuine (budding) rock star you need something else. You need enormous self confidence and the overpowering desire to ‘make it’! Are those who succeed better, musically, than all the others? No, they just want it more. The X Factor syndrome is for those who want to play Big Brother, those who yearn to be a ‘celebrity’. Thats not what being a rock n’ roll musician is all about. At Rockmasters we teach the kids how to function in a rock band. That means getting on with the other members and achieving the right levels of contribution to the band as a whole.

We will show you how to perform, and how to make the most of your talents. We will help to structure your original songs, to make them commercially acceptable…….but without ruining your musical integrity! This may all sound very grown up, and thus not suitable for younger kids. Not so. We have had plenty of 13 year olds who have gone on to play on various circuits, learning their ‘trade’. You are NEVER too young (or old) to Rock N’ Roll.

NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED FOR 2010 SHORTLY!

Mike Hurst

Rockmasters can provide your school with a great new choice of musical comedies. From 1930s style to the Swinging 60s, these shows are perfect for students from 15 to 18 years of age. Each play comes with script, musical arrangements and CDs of the score. The music is easily assimilated by most young musicians of average ability.

For all information regarding the licensing and performance of these musical, please contact Mike Hurst at Rockmasters.

The annual school play/musical, is usually a high light of the school calendar. One great problem however, is choice of material. How many times do you want to see Joseph, or Les Miserables? There are alternatives, but many are either too worthy or just don’t resonate with the young. Mike Hurst has been writing musicals for youth theatre groups for thirty years, and through Rockmasters these are now to be offered to schools throughout the country. Mike’s shows are all musical pastiches, many of which tick all the right boxes for youngsters. The songs are all originals, easy to assimilate and totally commercial. The scripts are loaded with characters, making casting less of a problem.

Me And My Ron is a 1920s Noel Coward inspired musical, which is Me And My Girl in reverse!!

Come and see this show at the Harpenden Public Halls, Herts on July 17,18 and 19.  

Turn Your Radio On is a 1950s rock n’ roll musical, revolving around the battle of the airwaves between the BBC and Radio Luxembourg as seen through the eyes of legendary manager Harry Slime.

The Beat Goes On continues the Harry Slime saga in the Beatles era of Maharishis and record company moguls.