The Wholigans - The Original Tribute to The WHO

DARREN ATKINSON
DRUMS

When I first heard Keith Moon play drums it changed everything for me as a drummer. I felt I suddenly had the license to play the kit anyway I choose.....Ha. And I did. I had to escape life and he created the blueprints I was to use.

Thanks Keith, you are a life saver! That was Keith's gift to me. I made drums my life. Early in 1989, I even went to England (I think it was February?....March? - I can't remember; 12% English cider) ignorant and bold, to find the members The Who and......convince them I should be their drummer. My best friend (and fellow "Moon" Fanatic - Mike Strapko) was willing to pay to take us on this mad excursion! What could I say? YES!

Well, sheer chance got us to Roger Daltrey's farm (actually the early morning garbage man in a nearby village told us how to get there) and though a trespasser; I was warmly greeted, not arrested! I will never forget the day. Consequently, without going into details, the rest fell apart. Upon running into Pete, he told us both "I don't give a fuck". Ah Pete that's why we fans love ya. I joined The wholigans later that year, as a matter of fact. I played with the band until 1992 and started back again in 2001.

You probably see a lot of photos on our site of me smashing up me drums. You may even think it rediculous after all these years. I play with Keith's spirit in mind and I trash the kit not only for the show.......I like too! So anyone on stage look out!

What a glorious waste of drums!

So to all 'ooo fans out there, keep the music alive!

When touring the UK or Europe The Wholigans would like to thank

&
Musicground: www.musicground.com

for their help in providing us with great equipment.
Hiwatt ......the only gear that matters in whoworld.