NORTHSTAR
New Album NORTHSTAR available now on all streaming platforms and as a LIMITED EDITION CD
BIO
Silent Running is a Belfast-based rock band. They have released five albums across major labels including EMI, Atlantic Records, and Door Records: Shades of Liberty, Walk on Fire, Deep, Follow the Light, and NORTHSTAR.
The current band line-up features Peter Gamble on vocals, Tony Scott on guitar, Richard Collett on bass, Gary Kirby on drums, and Stevie Prosser on keyboards.
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𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗬 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗔𝗠𝗦𝗢𝗡
It is with great sadness that we have learned of the sudden and unexpected passing of our dear friend and former bandmate, Marty Williamson.
Marty joined us in the band’s formative years when we were transitioning from The Setz to Silent Running (it was Marty who actually came up with that name). We had some great times together, including playing gigs with Dr Feelgood and The Teardrop Explodes, and making some of our first recordings.
Marty was funny and kind, and above all flamboyant — both in his appearance and in his guitar playing, which was innovative and technically brilliant. He took inspiration from players like Adrian Belew and from his beloved Killing Joke.
He later went on to have a very successful career, playing with the likes of The Psychedelic Furs, and there is plenty of video evidence on YouTube of just how good he was.
Marty also had a real talent for restoration, and he was never happier than when he was bringing beaten-up and wrecked vintage guitars back to their former glory.
Thankfully, we reconnected with him after many years and had numerous long, warm and funny conversations.
This is the first time we have lost a band member, and to say this has come as a shock is quite an understatement.
Our hearts go out to the family he has left behind, and we send them our love and deepest condolences.
It’s normally traditional to finish these things by wishing RIP, but in Marty’s case perhaps it’s better just to say:
“Keep blastin’, mate — wherever you are. We will always remember you.”
From the Silent Runners x
It is with great sadness that we have learned of the sudden and unexpected passing of our dear friend and former bandmate, Marty Williamson.
Marty joined us in the band’s formative years when we were transitioning from The Setz to Silent Running (it was Marty who actually came up with that name). We had some great times together, including playing gigs with Dr Feelgood and The Teardrop Explodes, and making some of our first recordings.
Marty was funny and kind, and above all flamboyant — both in his appearance and in his guitar playing, which was innovative and technically brilliant. He took inspiration from players like Adrian Belew and from his beloved Killing Joke.
He later went on to have a very successful career, playing with the likes of The Psychedelic Furs, and there is plenty of video evidence on YouTube of just how good he was.
Marty also had a real talent for restoration, and he was never happier than when he was bringing beaten-up and wrecked vintage guitars back to their former glory.
Thankfully, we reconnected with him after many years and had numerous long, warm and funny conversations.
This is the first time we have lost a band member, and to say this has come as a shock is quite an understatement.
Our hearts go out to the family he has left behind, and we send them our love and deepest condolences.
It’s normally traditional to finish these things by wishing RIP, but in Marty’s case perhaps it’s better just to say:
“Keep blastin’, mate — wherever you are. We will always remember you.”
From the Silent Runners x
📣 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗚𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗗 📣
We’re delighted to confirm that 𝗽𝘂𝗻𝗸 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 Shock Treatment will be joining 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 as special guests at Voodoo Belfast, on 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.
A great double bill and a proper night of live music in one of Belfast’s best-loved venues. If you’ve seen Shock Treatment before, you’ll know what to expect. If you haven’t — now’s your chance.
🎟️ 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 (𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗯𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲):
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/silent-running-live-in-voodoo-belfast-tickets-1982001613179
See you down the front.
We’re delighted to confirm that 𝗽𝘂𝗻𝗸 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 Shock Treatment will be joining 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 as special guests at Voodoo Belfast, on 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.
A great double bill and a proper night of live music in one of Belfast’s best-loved venues. If you’ve seen Shock Treatment before, you’ll know what to expect. If you haven’t — now’s your chance.
🎟️ 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 (𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗯𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲):
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/silent-running-live-in-voodoo-belfast-tickets-1982001613179
See you down the front.
𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗖𝗞 𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧
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𝗩𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗼𝗼, 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁
A proper double bill.
Loud guitars. Bright lights. No nonsense.
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄:
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𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
𝗩𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗼𝗼, 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁
A proper double bill.
Loud guitars. Bright lights. No nonsense.
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄:
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You don’t have to be a genius to work out who our special guests will be.
Voodoo Belfast, Friday Nov 6th.
We’ll tell you Friday.
Tickets on sale now 👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/silent-running-live-in-voodoo-belfast-tickets-1982001613179
Voodoo Belfast, Friday Nov 6th.
We’ll tell you Friday.
Tickets on sale now 👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/silent-running-live-in-voodoo-belfast-tickets-1982001613179
🎟️ TICKETS ON SALE – WIN A SILENT RUNNING T-SHIRT 🎸
Silent Running return to Voodoo Belfast — and to kick things off, we’re giving something back to early buyers.
The first 25 tickets sold will be entered into a draw to win one of 5 exclusive Silent Running t-shirts, featuring the gig poster design printed on black.
That’s a 1 in 5 chance of winning just by buying a ticket early.
🎶 Live in Voodoo Belfast
🎟️ Tickets on sale now:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/silent-running-live-in-voodoo-belfast-tickets-1982001613179
Early tickets. Limited run. See you down the front.
@followers
Silent Running return to Voodoo Belfast — and to kick things off, we’re giving something back to early buyers.
The first 25 tickets sold will be entered into a draw to win one of 5 exclusive Silent Running t-shirts, featuring the gig poster design printed on black.
That’s a 1 in 5 chance of winning just by buying a ticket early.
🎶 Live in Voodoo Belfast
🎟️ Tickets on sale now:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/silent-running-live-in-voodoo-belfast-tickets-1982001613179
Early tickets. Limited run. See you down the front.
@followers
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