The Paramounts, 17 December 2005, Southend

Soundcheck pictures from Jill McMahon (1)

Linda, Andrea, Stefano and Roland pass the time in The Cricketers before the Paramounts arrive
at Club Riga (we'll see their vehicles arrive in the car park at the back of the picture)

Gary asked the fans who'd been on hand when the equipment was coming into Club Riga if we'd like
to attend the soundcheck at 5 pm. The response was unequivocally affirmative.

Robin Trower on stage with Brooker and Trower for the first time in thirty-four years, at least

The Paramounts pose for the charming Anna, whose pictures appeared in local papers: Brooker, Trower, Brownlee, Copping

Anna and the band in discussion with Steve and Dave (left) who run the club

Steve Cattermole at work ... we owe this man!

Little Mick tells Roland, One-Eye and Jens about the 'Shades' backdrop, as yet not fixed to the wall