999

 
999 were first conceived in late 1976 when Nick Cash (vocals/guitar) and Guy Days (vocals/lead guitar), who were at school together, decided to form a group. Within a couple of months they had teamed up with Jon Watson (bass) and Pablo Labritain (drums) and 999 were officially born. Their first gig was at the Northampton Cricket Club in January 1977. Interest in the band was immediate and constant gigging around London brought with it critical acclaim and a hard core following of supporters from Southall, calling themselves The Crew.

The frenzy and raw energy of the early days were captured by their debut single 'I'm Alive' on the bands own Labritain label and sold well enough to become a minor hit. Next through their association with United Artists records the second and third singles, 'Nasty Nasty' and the now classic 'Emergency' were released both scaling the lower reaches of the charts and confirming 999 to be one of the major forces in the British New Wave Movement.
The first album titled simply '999' was released and was greeted with impressive sales and critical acclaim. Extensive touring took them throughout Britain and Europe where they now encountered full houses, including Middlesbrough Rock Garden.

The second album 'Separates' was released and immediately the single 'Homicide' leapt straight into the UK top forty without any radio airplay and was banned by the BBC and most radio stations.
Early 1979 saw the band embarking on their first U.S. tour, which was an achievement in itself, as they were still without a record deal in America at the time. Response to the band was ecstatic, all the venues being filled and import albums being sold out in a rush of enthusiasm.

In 1980 the band released their third studio album 'The Biggest Prize in Sport' which featured a track called 'English Wipeout' that actually mentions Middlesbrough Rock Garden. A UK Tour took place in January/February that year and the band played two memorable dates at the venue.

The fourth album 'Concrete' followed in 1981 which included the single 'Obsessed', initial copies came with a 999 patch. 

The legendary Vic Maile produced the album.
Since leaving United Artists in 1979 999 have recorded another eleven albums. Jon Watson was replaced in 1986 on bass by Danny Palmer and subsequently by Arturo Bassick in 1991. To date the band have completed 17 U.S. tours, played over 130 London gigs, more than 50 UK tours and over 30 European tours.

They released their last album 'Bish ! Bash ! Bosh !' in 2020.

A new album '999 On The Loose' is slated for release later on in the year.

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Accessible Ticketing 
The Georgian Theatre offer a free ticket to personal assistants / carers. Simply book your ticket and email us at access@teesmusicalliance.org.uk 
If you consider yourself to be disabled but you don't use a wheelchair and find it uncomfortable at standing events; please contact us after you book your tickets to arrange a seat.
More details here; www.georgiantheatre.co.uk/accessibility

- Box Office: +44 (0)1642 525199
- General Enquiries: +44 (0)1642 528491

- Tickets can be collected 1 hour before performance start
- Valid photo ID required for ticket pickup
- Advance reservation recommended

- Limited street parking available
- Nearby public car parks within 5-minute walk
- No dedicated venue parking
- Disabled parking spaces near theatre entrance

- Wheelchair accessible spaces
- Companion seats available
- Ground floor and first-floor access
- Step-free entry points
- Assistance available upon request

- No outside food or drinks
- Photography/recording prohibited during performances
- Mobile phones must be silenced
- Late arrivals may be seated at venue's discretion

- Recommended age varies by performance
- Children under 5 generally not admitted
- Some family-friendly shows have specific age guidelines
- Accompanying adult required for minors