Ed Shearer

Some posts featuring my brother Ed Shearer – travel, bands, gigs, Woodford stuff, and much more.

The Krill 2 – new EP released

November 29, 2018Bands, Music, Recording StudioAndy Cameron, Doug Cameron, Drums, Ed Shearer, Essex, Soundlab Studio, The KrillMatt Shearer

We are overjoyed to announce the release of KRILL 2, our Second EP. On Spotify On Amazon On iTunes You can find more information about Krill 2 here on The Krill’s website.

The Krill – in studio for second EP

September 30, 2018Bands, Music, Recording StudioAndy Cameron, Doug Cameron, Drums, Ed Shearer, Essex, Punk Absurd, Soundlab Studio, The KrillMatt Shearer

We’ve just completed day 3 of our Second EP recording. This is a middle aged rockers equivalent of a Spa Weekend. Krill Camp.

The Krill EP – “Sea Sea TV”

February 21, 2018Achievements, Bands, Music, Recording StudioAndy Cameron, Doug Cameron, Drums, Ed Shearer, Essex, The KrillMatt Shearer

The Krill have launched the new EP “Sea Sea TV“. It’s now available via most digital services.

The Krill – recording EP at Soundlab Studios

January 10, 2018Bands, Recording StudioAndy Cameron, Doug Cameron, Drums, Ed Shearer, In Studio, Soundlab Studio, studio, The KrillMatt Shearer

After 5 rehearsals, we – The Krill – just spent a couple of days recording our inaugural EP at Soundlab Studios, with James (Susan) operating the electronics, and Max in support.

The Krill – Prepare for the EP

November 11, 2017BandsAndy Cameron, Bally Studios, Doug Cameron, Drums, Ed Shearer, The KrillMatt Shearer

Rehearsal number one for the new EP.

Roof Party with The Krill

May 13, 2017Bands, Music, Stage AppearencesAndy Cameron, Doug Cameron, Drums, Ed Shearer, Gigs, London, The Krill, Wendy ShearerMatt Shearer

A wonderful 2017 surf rock debut, with the sun shining across the rooftops of Whitechapel. 

The Krill: Preparation

May 12, 2017Bands, MusicAndy Cameron, Doug Cameron, Drums, Ed Shearer, The KrillMatt Shearer

Rehearsal for an upcoming secret London gig

The Krill – Live in South London – for Ginny & Glenny’s Wedding

May 7, 2016Bands, Music, Stage AppearencesAndrew Glen, Andy Cameron, Doug Cameron, Drums, Ed Shearer, Ian Guest, Russel Shearer, Shearers, The Krill, Virginia ShearerMatt Shearer

At a very special event.

The Krill. Back together. Rehearsal 2

April 22, 2016Bands, MusicAndy Cameron, Doug Cameron, E17, Ed Shearer, Pulse Studios E17, The KrillMatt Shearer

After a couple of years of no rehearsals, The Krill are back in the swing of things; the set is appearing and the tunes are sounding good.

The Krill. Back together. Rehearsal 1

April 15, 2016Bands, MusicAndy Cameron, Doug Cameron, Ed Shearer, Pulse Studios E17, The KrillMatt Shearer

That’s it. The jig’s on. We have to get ready for Ginny’s wedding. She needs a surf rock band. We have one. Now we just need a set.

Ed & Rumbie’s Wedding

September 20, 2015Catch-up, Family RootsAmy Shearer, Ascott, Berkshire, Ed Shearer, Fred Shearer, Lori Shearer, Rumbie Mushangi, Russel Shearer, Shearers, Virginia Shearer, Weddings, Wendy ShearerMatt Shearer

Hello world!

Lots of Celebrations – the family visit Alexandra Palace

September 13, 2015Catch-upAmy Shearer, Andrew Glen, Ed Shearer, Gabi Maddocks (Wolf), Rumbie Mushangi, Virginia ShearerMatt Shearer

In the run-up to brother Ed’s wedding, we got together in Alexandra Palace for an ice cream, chat and to play “Shuffle up some Shearers, then guess which one is which from the back.”

Brother Ed’s Stag Do – Shoreditch, London

July 12, 2015Catch-upAndy Cameron, Doug Cameron, Ed Shearer, Hugo Simmonds, Ian Guest, John, Rob Hall, SilasMatt Shearer

Big, big afternoon and night last night. Massive. And, really a great social occasion.

Esquire Swing play Fathers Day Gig at Belgique

June 21, 2015Bands, Catch-upAlexis, Andrew Glen, Andy Cameron, Ed Shearer, Esquire Swing, Essex, Fathers Day, Fred Shearer, Gigs, Jazz, London, Virginia Shearer, Wanstead, Wendy ShearerMatt Shearer

With the sun shining and some Jazz from Esquire Swing, we all met up at Belgique for Fathers Day.

The Shearer Brothers hook up in Barcelona

May 6, 2015Catch-up, TravelBarcelona, Ed Shearer, El Bourne, Russel Shearer, SpainMatt Shearer

12 Years after my original trip to Barcelona (with Ed), Russ sent a note; “I’m going to SETAC. Anyone fancy joining me in Barcelona?”… Ed & I managed to swing it.

Christmas 2014 – Family Get-togethers

December 24, 2014Catch-up, Family RootsAmy Shearer, Andrew Glen, Christmas, Ed Shearer, Evelio, Fred Shearer, London, Lori Shearer, Rumbie Mushangi, Russel Shearer, Susan Glendening, Virginia Shearer, Wendy Shearer, WoodfordMatt Shearer

Great gathering this year – Amy, Evelio, Russel, Susan, Alexander are all over in London for Christmas,… plus Virginia & Glenny, Ed & Rumbie, Lori & Fred, and Wendy & I; lots of plans and lots of celebration.

Night at Spivs on Christmas Eve Eve

December 23, 2014Catch-upEd Shearer, Fred Shearer, Ian Guest, Jack Magnus, James Magnus, JimAndIan, London Pubs, Rumbie Mushangi, Russel Shearer, Susan Glendening, Travellers Friend, WoodfordMatt Shearer

A few of us met up at Spivs, including Jim & Ian.

Rumbie & Ed’s Lobola and Celebrations

December 7, 2014Family RootsEd Shearer, Kumbi, Lobola, Mushangi, Rumbie Mushangi, ZimbabweMatt Shearer

We’ve just come back from a brilliant party at my sister-in-law-to-be’s family home in Nottingham. I had the pleasure of being the Mukwasha to my brother the Mukwasha for a Zimbabwean “Lobola” ceremony.

The Krill – rehearsal #2

March 22, 2014Bands, MusicAndy Cameron, Doug Cameron, Ed Shearer, Enterprise Rehearsal Rooms, Nick Watts, The KrillMatt Shearer

We had the second rehearsal for The Krill. Enterprise in Denmark Street is a great rehearsal spot. Plenty of character.

First rehearsal with THE KRILL

November 23, 2013Bands, MusicAndy Cameron, Doug Cameron, Ed Shearer, Nick Watts, The Joint Rehearsal Studio, The KrillMatt Shearer

Had our first rehearsal with THE KRILL (London’s premier Surf Rock Band) at London’s The Joint rehearsal studios. Great stuff. Also see The Krill (Surf Rock Band in London) Twitter Account here for updates.