By Mary
Hello folks,
I’ve decided to end my tour van rental business in 2023.
Let’s be honest — there’s not much money to be made renting out low-budget tour vans. On top of that, Covid-19 has left a big dent in the finances, and more and more European cities are introducing driving bans for older diesel vehicles.
I want to sincerely thank all the bands who rented my vans over the past 7 years — it’s been a pleasure supporting your tours!
The good news? I’ve created an online directory called Band-Vans.net, where you’ll find listings for tour van rentals, backline providers, and other useful tour services. I hope it helps you find your next van!
By Mary
On February 21st, 2022, Sam Henry passed away.
He was part of DON’T and Jenny Don’t and the Spurs, and from 2014 on, we not only worked together but also became friends and made a lot of great memories.
I’m still in shock and wish it weren’t true. But above all, I’m deeply grateful to have had the privilege of knowing him. He’ll be missed more than words can say.
Read Kelly Halliburton’s “Remembrance from a Bandmate” in Oregon Music News.
By Mary
“Hello folks,
we want to come clean here… over the lockdown we have been trying to navigate through some serious setbacks that are preventing us from doing what we love.
It is hugely frustrating as you can imagine but Jeremy has been struggling with nerve damage in his elbow which is preventing him from drumming. On top of this, Robin now has some damage to his left hand (resulting in numbness) preventing him from playing the guitar properly.
For this reason, regrettably, we are having to cancel Undercover Festival and Events in April (Guilford).
We are happy to hear Mick got the legendary Omega Tribe on as our replacement.
We will let you know any updates as we get them, but at the moment there is no definitive prognosis so it is hard to predict when we will be up and running again.
Please bear with us.
All the best,
x The Restarts
By Mary
It’s still hard to believe but it’s really happening. The Subhumans (UK) will be touring Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland in October/November 2021!
By Mary
Turbo Booking has a new postal address.
This will be the new location for the tour vans as well!
By Mary
Unfortunately IDestroy have to cancel their tour for the third time. Germany is on the UK’s risk list and the band would have to be in quarantine for 2 weeks after their return to England, which they can’t afford because of their day jobs.
By Mary
After I had to say goodbye to Rosie, I’m now also parting with my beloved tour van Rudy — unfortunately due to the lack of bookings during the pandemic.
But don’t worry, I’ve still got a van for you!
Check out Ronny — and feel free to get in touch. I’m looking forward to hearing from you!
Bye bye Rudy!
Ronny is still available!
By Mary
Most gigs in 2021 have been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
We’re doing our best to reschedule as many of them as possible.
By Mary
Most gigs in 2020 are cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are trying to postpone as many shows as possible.
By Mary
Three tours by three amazing bands – The Franklys, The Ghost Wolves and The Restarts – are about to kick off soon!
