Singer Tony Hadley of Spandau Ballet fame reveals his like of Australia, Nashville and Verona – and recalls a scary flight from New York
Spandau Ballet star Tony Hadley checks in to our journey Q&A
This 7 days singer Tony Hadley, who rose to fame as a member of Spandau Ballet, checks in to our journey Q&A.
He talks about his first vacation overseas, recalls ‘living it up’ on tour in Australia – and a lot more…
Very first Abroad Trip?
An academic cruise with the faculty in 1973 in the Mediterranean. In Naples, I went to a pizzeria and drank so significantly wine I had to be carried again on to the ship as I couldn’t stand.
Favourite Location ON TOUR?
Our to start with time to Australia. It is the place my eldest son Tom took his 1st ways — he’s now 37.
It was remarkable. We ended up only 24 at the time and listed here we had been, five younger lads from Islington dwelling it up in Australia.
Favourite Metropolis FOR Songs?
Nashville and Memphis — there is a real vibe there with BB King’s bar in Nashville and bands playing all the time. You simply cannot stroll down the street with out bumping into musicians and bands.
WORST Travel Practical experience?
We have been flying from New York when our aircraft experienced to return with an motor challenge. Soon after we set off once again, the difficulty returned over the ocean and we had to land urgently at Bournemouth Airport.
Tony lists Nashville, pictured, as a single of his favorite metropolitan areas for songs. He claims: ‘You cannot walk down the street without having bumping into musicians and bands’
Favourite Area TO Accomplish?
The Roman amphitheatre in Verona overlooking the sea, in which I played with Spandau Ballet. It is a person of the most attractive locations and I’m accomplishing there for an Italian Tv show in September.