70s rock returns to Torquay with Lionel Digby

The Rock 'n Roll of the 70s is being brought  back to life in Torquay.

Five years ago Dave Trant, who played in local band Buster in the 1970s and also toured with hit recording group First Class, got together some of his old friends Graham Keeling, Barney Callister, Jim Chapman, and Matt Finnish who played in bands in the Torbay area in the 1970s. Barney and Matt toured with hit recording band Edison Lighthouse.

They got together and rehearsed a set which was played at Dave's 70th birthday party. It was so successful that they carried on playing together and started appearing in venues around the Exeter and Torbay area under the name of Aquilla.

Above: Aquilla poster

They recently recorded a LP of their original numbers. Well-known Torquay businessman and music impresario Lionel Digby has organised a special show to launch the LP and raise funds for the Children’s Hospice South West.

He has booked the Lyceum Theatre in Abbey Road for a live concert on Thursday February 20. Also appearing will be Drew Millen, Colin Reece, Lee Brown and Tim Trewin.

"It's an evening of live  rock music not to be missed. So book your seats now, " said Lionel