Simon is one of the greatest lead guitarists this country has produced. Crawl was more than a band , they were a living thing. As big as they were, Simon was often not credited where credit was due and I think that affected him personally. He was a genuine man who did not seek the spotlight and was happy to discus life and music on the premise you were genuinely interested too. His input to the soundtrack of my life has been an inspiration to play and enjoy music. Thanks Simon.
Simon has an axe in his hands and then he turns into an absolute genius. Best guitarist Australia has ever had. He had his own unique styles. Thanks for the great music Steve and the whole band. James if you’re reading this grab the phone and get in touch with this great guy , holding grudges doesn’t help.
My Coffee’s Gone Cold, what a juicy track, he can write and play, and the best anyone can do when trying to play Crawl songs is copy his parts, because without them the songs don’t sound the same. Good on you Simon.
Interesting interview. The French wanted their colonial possessions in Indo China back post WW2 that's what fermented Vietnamese anger and the desire for independence. After the French defeat at Dien Bien Phu in 1954 the US saw the Vietnamese independence push as part of the spread of communism which at the time was probably understandable but in retrospect a mistake. History is sometimes like that. Interesting interview. I knew both James and Brad at Monash University around 1975/6 and coincidently worked with Brad briefly in Room Service in the old Melbourne Hilton in 1977. He was a super guy very funny and charismatic but died far too young!
After seeing this and reading Bill's book, the jury is out on James. Not sure if he's a very nice person. Reportedly he refuses to talk to any other members, very childish for a guy of his age, and no matter how many guitarists he uses, he can't replicate the unique sound of Simon Binks.
I have to say (in part), I agree. It would be interesting to hear James’ thoughts because to cease all communication with every remaining AC member is strange.
@@jamesgray2353 I have to be honest, I had to do my best editing - unfortunately, Simon seemed a bit foggy on a few things but lovely & academic nonetheless. Legendary bloke.
Hi Folks. Love Aussie Crawl. Saw them for the first time at Sorrento Hall in Summer 1980. Many times since. I remember reading an article where Mark Seymour was to talking about Dragon. He said they should have been a supergroup but came up against Cold Chisel. A once in a lifetime band. I feel the same about Aussie Crawl. They were great. But live they were trounced by Chisel live.
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Simon is one of the greatest lead guitarists this country has produced. Crawl was more than a band , they were a living thing. As big as they were, Simon was often not credited where credit was due and I think that affected him personally. He was a genuine man who did not seek the spotlight and was happy to discus life and music on the premise you were genuinely interested too. His input to the soundtrack of my life has been an inspiration to play and enjoy music. Thanks Simon.
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Absolutely spot on...🤙🇦🇺
He was a phenomenal guitarist in his day… extremely underrated
100%
Totally agree. His solos were phenomenal.
I wanna cry seeing them age, it feels like I grew up with them, loved The Crawl, since 1980.
🙏🙏aging is a beautiful gift 🙏🙏
What a great guy.... Just listen to the start of Things don't seem.....
Simon , is a great writer, guitarist music lover, and most of all humanitarian , much respect, White Limbo
So great
We love Australian Crawl in Brazil!
Thanks Simon!
simon binks a very underated guitarist who gave us some iconic guitar riffs with australiian crawl all over the radio in the 80s
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Simon has an axe in his hands and then he turns into an absolute genius. Best guitarist Australia has ever had. He had his own unique styles. Thanks for the great music Steve and the whole band. James if you’re reading this grab the phone and get in touch with this great guy , holding grudges doesn’t help.
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Sad that him and James don't talk anymore , he does give James a lot of credit
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James isn't speaking to any of the guys, he had a fall out with Bill, and Simon, not sure about Paul.
Think the venue in Sydney he couldn't remember is Selina's at the Coogee Bay Hotel. Australian Crawl played there regularly.
Man, I could only imagine the party’s back then. James , Simmo and the boys in their prime
A incredible tasteful guitar sound smith. Thank You. Regards Newcastle Australia
What a great interview.
Thank you 🙏
Have a look here: th-cam.com/video/Yd2kmFh5Rjs/w-d-xo.html
My Coffee’s Gone Cold, what a juicy track, he can write and play, and the best anyone can do when trying to play Crawl songs is copy his parts, because without them the songs don’t sound the same. Good on you Simon.
Awesome band , the era of those great pub bands are gone. Thank you for the music.
Interesting interview.
The French wanted their colonial possessions in Indo China back post WW2 that's what fermented Vietnamese anger and the desire for independence. After the French defeat at Dien Bien Phu in 1954 the US saw the Vietnamese independence push as part of the spread of communism which at the time was probably understandable but in retrospect a mistake. History is sometimes like that. Interesting interview. I knew both James and Brad at Monash University around 1975/6 and coincidently worked with Brad briefly in Room Service in the old Melbourne Hilton in 1977. He was a super guy very funny and charismatic but died far too young!
Would love to see AC back for a concert
What colour do you like? Oran-What’s your favourite food? Spaghet-Which city do you live in? Melbou-NGAR NGAR QUESTIONSSSSSS
Great guitarist , when you can sing along to guitar solos and intros like simons there brilliant players
Im trying to find band members reminiscing about guy! Any ideas?
his brother bill did an interview not long ago
Read Bill’s book “Sons of Beaches”.
After seeing this and reading Bill's book, the jury is out on James. Not sure if he's a very nice person. Reportedly he refuses to talk to any other members, very childish for a guy of his age, and no matter how many guitarists he uses, he can't replicate the unique sound of Simon Binks.
I have to say (in part), I agree. It would be interesting to hear James’ thoughts because to cease all communication with every remaining AC member is strange.
He's very far up himself and he's nearing 70 go figure
James was born in Nigeria, not South Africa.
Cool.
@@BoxingNewsToday. I’m surprised Simon got that wrong.
@@jamesgray2353 I have to be honest, I had to do my best editing - unfortunately, Simon seemed a bit foggy on a few things but lovely & academic nonetheless. Legendary bloke.
@@BoxingNewsToday. Understandable as Aussie Crawl wound up in 1986….37 years ago.
@@jamesgray2353 yes along with the brutal car crash in Sydney awhile back
I didn't know JR was from SA.
Hi Folks. Love Aussie Crawl. Saw them for the first time at Sorrento Hall in Summer 1980. Many times since. I remember reading an article where Mark Seymour was to talking about Dragon. He said they should have been a supergroup but came up against Cold Chisel. A once in a lifetime band. I feel the same about Aussie Crawl. They were great. But live they were trounced by Chisel live.
Baita guitarrista
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