Mike Smith, lead singer of the Dave Clark 5 dies at the age of 64.
The Dave Clark 5 were one of the first British Bands to tour the USA as part of the British Invasion and helped open that market up to all bands from the Uk ever since.
Probably more for the oldies on the board.
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28-02-2008 11:16 PM #1Left by mutual consent!
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Mike Smith RIP (dave Clark 5)
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29-02-2008 07:56 AM #2Testimonial Due
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Originally Posted by PC Stamp
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show QuoteMike Smith, lead singer of the Dave Clark 5 dies at the age of 64.
The Dave Clark 5 were one of the first British Bands to tour the USA as part of the British Invasion and helped open that market up to all bands from the Uk ever since.
Probably more for the oldies on the board.
Never liked the DC5 much, I always felt Mike Smith deserved a better band,good singer RIP,
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29-02-2008 11:13 AM #3Left by mutual consent!
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Fair comment. They were very poppy but Smith had a terrific voice. Such as Tom Petty and Bruce Springsteen described him as one of the best vocalisists of his era. Originally Posted by Zimmy
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29-02-2008 12:54 PM #4Testimonial Due
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It should really have been The Mike Smith Five, Clark was a substandard drummer with a good business brain, Mike Smith was a great singer who reminded me of the great John Fogerty. Originally Posted by PC Stamp
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29-02-2008 03:03 PM #5Testimonial Due
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Brilliant singer was Mike Smith - RIP Mike
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29-02-2008 03:22 PM #6Left by mutual consent!
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Again, can't disagree. Found this very good interview with Dave Clark where those subjects are discussed. Originally Posted by Zimmy
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show QuoteIt should really have been The Mike Smith Five, Clark was a substandard drummer with a good business brain, Mike Smith was a great singer who reminded me of the great John Fogerty.
Why not the Mike Smith 5?
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Always sad to hear, RIP
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Ahh generous old Dave Clark. He had all the e-type jag, the flat in Mayfair the band on a wage and he copped the lot from the record sales.
Mike Smith was a good singer, an old fashioned belter. RIP
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