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I predict a riot is a familiar theme from
a recently structured sub-genre known
as new-wave punk rock, a melodious
take on our snarling DIY heroes from
the late 70s (Oh here he goes again,
punks!Bear with me), and despite
its mainstreamacceptance - and the
fact that we all have a couple of tracks
tucked away somewhere in a party play-
list lets face it, its crap. About as close
to a riot as Tai Chi, a foot-tapping forage
into metro-sexual rebellion, sometimes
I actually sprinkle non-organic pumpkin
seeds on my watercress and drink Coke
zero and my parents love meeee
Enough is enough, so without further
ado, I introduce a bunch of teenagers
whove stolen our hearts here at MD.
At the almost pre-pubescent age of
16ish, the core of garage-punk rock
bandThee Vicars (check MDissue no.3
for garage rock feature) is at the centre
of something truly revolutionary. By
throwing of the sticky-sweet coating
of an image-conscious permutation
of the genus, and at the incredible
risk of repetition on our part, Punk is
back but this time with the kids, and
that means it might not die out when
the old-wave of narco-addled punk
pioneers fnally give up the ghost.
7:30 on a Friday night, we take a recess
fromFriday recess in the bar next door,
stumble back into the ofce, shorthand
capabilities severely annulled (howrock
n roll), and dial the mobile number
kindly provided by Lee, the bands
manager. Fortunately for us, as far as
scoops go, Lees phone rings in the tour
bus somewhere on the A11 in Sufolk,
the whole band are present and moving
at the hurtling vantypical speed of
65mph - not quick enough to get away
fromBury St Edmunds apparently and
certainly none of themcould get away
fromus now, even if they wanted to.
mD: Firstly, where are you headed, and
please tell us youre in a Transit Van?
TV: (Mike - bass and vocals - answers
Lees phone). We just left Bury thankfully
and no, it isnt a Transit (Someone in
the back shouts out), Its a big Bluey,
a Leyland cruiser second best but it
works.Mike continues, Were on our
way to Norwich, a wicked club called P2
to play a gig.
MD: Do you get nervous before a gig?
TV: Never get nerves, we love it.
MD: We can hear a lot of infuences in
your music, but admittedly we are old
which bands really drive you on?
TV: The Remains.
MD: What, the Ramones? (one of our
main, guessed infuences)
TV: Naaaaaa, The Remains.. andThe
Seeds, 13th Floor Elevators, The Kinks
andThe Mummies. Weve taken all our
favourite bands and planned out our
own version of things. It works for us.
MD: Us too; it says on your website that
Jasper (the drummer) smashes things
up... like what?
TV: Well, collectively only our own stuf,
but I did blowup an old valve amp once
that wasnt mine but it was accidental.
MD: So is the controversial punk
compliment of crowd-spitting coming
back?
TV: No way, Some guy threwa glass at
us once and I chucked my guitar at him,
NOWAY would we be egged-on by a
load of spitting, totally unacceptable!
(Admittedly there are more virally
transmitted diseases these days, so we
let themof this one)
MD: What time do the younger
members have to go to bed?
TV: Ha ha (sarcastically) 6:30 on a non-
gig night before the pub opens, and
2:30 on a gig night (I guessed theyd
answered that one before).
MD: Do you like the Buzzcocks? Your
lead singer Mike sounds a bit like Pete
Shelly on steroids.
TV: Defo.
MD: My claimto fame is that I once
went for a Kebab with Pete Shelly
in Amsterdam(well, he had a falafel
vegan punk). If you could go for a
Kebab with anyone in the world, past or
present, who would it be?
TV: (Reuben the guitarist grabs the mic)
Oooh thats a really tough question
Steve Marriott fromThe Small Faces,
but I dunno what hed be like, maybe
not so cool so I might not like him.
(Marcus the other guitarist pitches in)
Maybe someone fat, like the woman
fromGossipmind you shed just eat
everything (everyone laughs then
Lee has a turn). I reckon Bjorkd do
something nicen weird with a Kebab
(hes got a point).
MD: So whats up with Bury St
Edmunds?
TV: (still Reuben) Ah, its okay, but
theres a very small mentality there, no
decent music, just copy-cringe Indy
andMetal, we cant stand metal or
metallers. Its obsessed with religion as
well but it is on ley line with Glastonbury
and Stonehenge thats howwe came
to the band name.
MD: So wheres your favourite Venue?
TV: Weve played the Dirty Water Club
in London 4 times, we love it there, its
got a great sound, good groove and
Professor Blindin is wicked.
Recently, our music section has embarked upon a deafeningly rowdy journey through the domain of the proficiently
accomplished musician; from the fury-furrowed brow of vintage punk rock, to the sensitised beats of a crowd-
responsive dance revolution. However, a modernist viewpoint by definition must routinely investigate the brand-new;
approach the embryonic status of what could truly be the cultural hub of the forthcoming decade. and besides all that,
if we dont occasionally stick our necks out and try to predict an uprising, wed just join the lengthy procession of after-
the-fact reportages that fatten the worlds mainstream press.
Baptising thee Vicars
Getting to grips with Garage - on the A11 eastbound
WoRds: DAVe Vi ckeRs i MaGes: couRtesy oF thee Vi cARs
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MD: Whos he?
TV: The sound engineer, yeah hes
cool.
MD: And what about groupies? I
noticed your facebooks are full of
babes, whereas mines full of old
reprobates.
TV: No one would get in this van after
a gig, trust me. The drummer gets
millions though, I got 5 or 6 but were
usually just buzzing after a gig and its
just not on our minds.
MD: Howdid it feel winning Best
Punk Act at the Indy Music Awards in
London this year and then playing in
front of 1,500 people?
TV: Just amazing, your mate Pete
Shelly presented us with the award
(sarcastic), but then we werent used
to the big stage at The Forum, it felt
big, were just used to bumping into
each other on stage but it was pretty
amazing.
MD: What did you do after?
TV: We just went home fromLondon,
ah no, a fewof us went out with Shane
McGowen. (Like you do)
MD: Whats he like?
TV: Hes alright; hes done a lot for us,
top bloke.
MD: Were loving the vinyl releases,
why are you doing it, is it worth me
investing in a turntable?
TV: Yeah, we love vinyl, most of our
collections are on vinyl we are
heavily infuenced by the 60s music
in our collections You cant be punk
without a bit of vinyl and basically,
CDs are for soft Indy kids (I guess that
means yes, you better buy a turntable).
MD: In all honesty, do you think you
were born 20 years too late?
TV: Defnitely, we all wish wed lived in
the 60s (someone in the background
says no and an argument sparks up
in the end the decade-defector comes
round to peer pressure and starts
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.....for years now, do you see yourselves
as rescuers or revolutionaries, or amI
just reading too much into all this in the
hope that it is well and truly back?
TV: We are revivalists for sure, but were
part of a newsort of strand of punk.
MD: Howare the parents of the younger
members handling things?
TV: (Reuben) Well Imsixteen, but my
parents are punks, theyve been there
and done that. They come to the gigs in
Bury St Edmunds and London so its no
sweat. (I bet they are younger than me,
but I darent ask)
MD: Youre taking part in some amazing
garage festivals, Rotterdam, Valencia,
NewYork. Howdoes that feel?
TV: It spurs us along no end, but were
just part of that scene we get a pretty
good reception though.
MD: We also love your label Dirty Water
Records; are they infuential in what you
play or are you pretty free spirited?
TV: No, they are cool and they sign
garage bands, thats what they do they
push to release vinyl as well. But we play
what we play the way we want to.
MD: Who writes the songs then?
TV: Mike, he had a troubled childhood
in a small town. (Lots of laughter)
MD: Have you got any advice for our
younger readers who see music as the
way forward?
TV: Go to charity shops and buy vinyl,
60s, 70s and 80s music its a cheap
way to do it and read about bands.
MD: Where do you think Thee Vicars
are heading?
TV: Dunno, we are planning to see who
approaches us in New York, apart from
that we just want to live of playing and
see where we end up.
MD: So have you got jobs right now?
TV: Well 3 of us are working on our A
levels, and a couple of us have part-
time jobs too. (A levels? I doubt Sid
had any of them!)
MD: Like what?
TV: One cleans at a school, two of us
wash Lorries outside Bury and Mike
works at Home Base. (More Mike-bound
taunting laughter).
MD: Nice one, so what about the
drummer, we heard hes leaving the
band to go to Uni, thats not very punk
rock is it?
TV: He loves music, but he wants to do
what he wants to do, theres no pressure.
We wanna wash Lorries and play, he
wants to go to University thats just the
way it goes.
MD: Whens he leaving?
TV: He left last weekend, Wills our new
drummer.
MD: So one week with you and hes
already gigging?
TV: Just a fewhours practice to be
honest, but hes shit hot we are well
happy.
We could only wish themthe very best
for their upcoming gig, and the boys
politely invited us to come and watch
themplay whenever we liked and
well take themup on it. Their sound is
unique for today, and after talking to
themI really dont imagine they care
what anyone else thinks about it. In true
punk fashion, they improvise, the way
punks should and its an integral part
of their resonance. And though perhaps
the fuzz that these retro vinyl-bashing
teenagers discharge may be a touch
short on the melodic for many, it is a
truly accomplished sound. Like the
UK Subs, The Buzzcocks and a subtle
background seasoning of the 60s all
whisked up in a pogo-processor (ach,
just go to the website and listen to
Dont wanna be like you). It seems
like this bunch of afable young punk
rockers, veritable angelic upstarts
who honestly made my jawache with
laughter at some of their daft comments
about kebabs and Lorries, are on their
way to something special. Thee Vicars
are kneeling at the gaping font of
international recognition, poised to
altar the opinion of a generation, and
if anyone is going to predict a riot its
got to be them.
TheeVicars are; mikeWhittaker 18; Reuben
Kemp 16; marcus Volkert 16 and Jasper
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LA QUINTA, BENAHAVS
Strategically positioned and very comfortable villa with fantastic
vi ews from al l terraces. South faci ng wi th ni ce garden and
swimming pool. Short stroll to the golf course. Huge play room, which
could be changed into a separate (guest) apartment with direct
access to the garden. Two spacious master suites, one with a
dressing room. 2-car garage.
DM2023 :: Bedrooms/ Dormitorios 4 :: Bathrooms/ Baos 3 :: Built/
Construido :: 449.7 m2 :: Plot/ Parcela 1200 m2 :: Price/ Precio:
1.950.000
Oct 2008 MD 18/9/08 17:59 Pgina 2
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Villa Vista de Aguila is situated on one of the nest original plots on the
prestigious Monte Mayor Golf and Country Club near Marbella. The
900 acre private estate includes a golf course, clubhouse, equestrian
centre, tennis club and spa facilities all surrounded by a protected
natural biosphere. The position is idyllic and the views breathtaking,
overlooking the mountains surrounding Marbella, over the golf course
and out to the Mediterranean.
The villa of two wings is connected via a triple height atrium where
the enormous window frames wide-reaching views and creates an
impressive entrance. Villa Vista de Aguila is a contemporary take on
Balinese styling. The open plan living areas with their high ceilings and
huge wooden windows, a unique feature of the house, throw light
patterns into each room and enjoy fantastic views.
A living room, a kitchen linked to an open dining area and a guest suite
are all located at entry level. The rst oor comprises the master suite
with dressing room, bathroom and private lounge plus an additional
two bedroom suites.
An impressive pergola with inset wood detailing sits with its columns
in the innity pool, linking external with internal. Various terrace areas
provide changing views and shade. The basement houses a media
room and study also with its own terrace.
This villa will provide a modern lifestyle far enough from the crowds to
relax but close enough to enjoy ne dining, beach life and local culture,
with just a ten minute drive down to the main coastal road.
Villa Vista de Aguila
Build 359 m on a 2,946 m plot
For more information call Amanda Fisher on +34 951 260 041 www.blueprint-unique.com
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Situated in La Panera, an exclusive private development of just 28
individual villas near Estepona, Las Olas sits in a commanding position
overlooking the Selwo Wildlife Park. La Panera is a protected area due
to its proximity to the Park.
Extensive glazing affords spectacular panoramic sea views to the
south over to Gibraltar and North Africa. The Sierra Bermeja mountains
frame views to the west and to the northeast the La Concha mountain
forms the backdrop to views over Marbella.
The unique rooine of the hill-top villa caps an L-shaped series of
cubes, which denes the living spaces and incorporates solar panels.
Electricity-generating photovoltaic panels are used as shaded canopies
over the glazing. Pivoting decorative wood panels provide adjustable
shade to the dining and kitchen area. The villa is surrounded by various
terraces and balconies.
The impressive entrance to Las Olas is via a cube oating on a water
bed, which leads into a double height atrium, from where the open-
plan living area is accessed. In addition, the ground and basement
oors comprise a kitchen, media room, games room, guest apartment
and plant room. A cantilevered staircase leads to the rst oor with
three en suite bedrooms. A modern take on the galleried landing leads
you across a bridge to an impressive master suite with a wrap around
cantilevered terrace.
Las Olas, a unique contemporary villa, is set in stunning countryside
but just 2.5kms from the cosmopolitan New Golden Mile.
Las Olas
Build 492 m on a 2,373 m plot
For more information call Amanda Fisher on +34 951 260 041 www.blueprint-unique.com www.blueprint-unique.com
The prestigious Monte Mayor Golf and Country Club, situated near
Marbella, is home to Villa Innidad, located on one of the nest
plots. The position is idyllic and the views breathtaking, overlooking
the mountains surrounding Marbella, over the golf course and out
to the Mediterranean. The 900 acre private estate includes a golf
course, clubhouse, equestrian centre, tennis club and spa facilities, all
surrounded by a protected natural biosphere.
The most unusual feature of this modern villa is the structure housing
the main living area which hangs mid-air looking out to sea. The
cubes front wall is fully glazed giving the impression of an innity
room compelling you towards the view.
Accessing Villa Innidad is via a bridge suspended over the outside
area of the lower level. On this level is the open plan living area and
staircase down to the lower level. The heart of this level is the central
kitchen which denes the whole space. Two terraced areas with
pergolas face east and west catching the morning and evening sun.
The innity pool with adjacent pergola is also on this level. Every room
has spectacular views.
The lower level comprises an enormous master suite with spa bath and
dressing room and a further two bedrooms with en suite bathrooms
all accessing a large terrace.
Villa Innidad an innite range of possibilities.
Villa Innidad
Build 398 m on a 3,337 m plot
For more information call Amanda Fisher on +34 951 260 041 www.blueprint-unique.com www.blueprint-unique.com
Magnicently positioned at the highest point in La Panera sits Los
Canales. La Panera is an exclusive private development of just 28
individual villas near Estepona. Protected by its proximity to the
Selwo National Park, La Panera is situated amidst beautiful natural
countryside just 2.5kms from the cosmopolitan New Golden Mile.
Los Canales has the nest position within the development, with
superlative 360 views over the Mediterranean to Gibraltar and North
Africa, west to the Sierra Bermeja mountains and northeast to La
Concha and Marbella.
A 60 metre drive leads to the front of the villa. Steps bordered by a
water canal feature lead to the glass-fronted entrance. The water
canal follows the entire rear contour of the villa and at one point
passes under a glass wall and through the entrance hall contextualising
interior with exterior. The open plan living areas are dened by a central
cube with replace. This level also comprises the kitchen, breakfast
area, bar, study/TV room and the dining room, a glazed cube which
partly oats above the swimming pool at which point the oor is also
glazed.
A semi-circular staircase leads to the rst oor galleried landing with
seating area opening out onto a balcony. From here a bridge leads to
the master suite situated in its own wing. Mostly glazed walls afford
the bedroom panoramic views and the entire wall behind the double
whirlpool bath is also glazed. The wrap around balcony is cantilevered
over the swimming pool. Three further bedroom suites with balconies
are in the opposite wing on this level.
Numerous additional features also include concealed solar and
photovoltaic panels to heat water and provide electricity. Los Canales
is an exceptional villa.
Los Canales
www.blueprint-unique.com
Build 500 m on a 2,733 m plot
For more information call Amanda Fisher on +34 951 260 041
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A highly unique, contemporary villa to be built in La Quinta with fabulous
views over the golf course and towards the La Concha mountain.

State-of-the-art design incorporates sustainability features that reduce
the carbon footprint to practically zero, but by no means has the design
element of the building been forfeited over ecological function.
Upon approach, a oating glass walkway runs to the entrance of
a double height glass atrium enjoying stunning 180 views and
comprising the main living room, dining room and kitchen, two terraces,
swimming pool plus separate guest accommodation situated at the
far end of the plot.
The luminous main living area hovers above a mirage of water
which appears to merge with the swimming pool but is in fact part
of the cooling system. Complemented by solar panelling, smart glass
technology, geo-thermal heating systems and water management
processes, waste and running costs are reduced to an almost self-
sufcient level.
Stairs lead down to a lower level housing three bedrooms,
two bathrooms, a master suite, TV room, family living room and an
en suite study. This is a strikingly original home packed with a
wealth of design and sustainability features epitomising 21st century
luxury living.
The Mirage
www.blueprint-unique.com
Build 650 m on a 3125 m plot
For more information call Amanda Fisher on +34 951 260 041 www.blueprint-unique.com
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