Ray Lowry Exhibition 2008 featuring Johnny Green.

[IGGallery]

in case your are interested the bulk of Ray's Salford exhibition is travelling down to us in London - opens June 18th. Similar to up North only bigger plus contributions from the likes of Tracey Emin, Billy Childish and Harry Hill

[IGGallery]

In case you are interested, the bulk of Ray's Salford exhibition is travelling down to us in London. The same, only bigger plus contributions from the likes of Tracey Emin, Billy Childish, Paul Simonon are contributing.

[johnsp2]

Ray and his family were my next door neighbours when they lived in Rawtenstall. Such a nice man.

RIP Ray.

[Libertine7]

Hi Tricia,Tony, well to say the news is a shock is a massive understatement. Ray to me was a man of immense talent, fierce intelligence, huge compassion and humility. I will always remember the many journeys we took to see him up in Rawtenstall and Waterfoot and the crazy escapades that ensued. I am privileged you introduced me to such a wonderful and talented human being and will never forget the happy times we all shared to together. RIP Ray ave a drink for us..

[cOnchashome]

A big hug!

[imafishgod]

U have all my respect. Peace

[oldiesedit]

Trisha, so sorry to hear about your loss! Sending this out again is a nice way to honour him!

Hugs

Karen

[giantplanet]

Shocking news, Tony.He designed the best ever cover for the best ever rock n roll album and that`s only scratching the surface.You`re blessed to have known him so well.Not much else I can say.

R.I.P. Ray

[daisyGB]

watching this in new york. Thanks for posting. I used to read his cartoons in the NME on the bus going to punk rock gigs. Brings back lovely memories. It's a joy to see his paintings and that he had a go in colour. Am sad. Would love to see more close ups if possible. God bless.

[YCoriginals]

shit man, so sorry tony! just found out, thinking of you mate, i'll write you now x

[TURB0SH3RB3T]

Ray was the man, man. His work needed to be seen and just when it was...how like him to leave the stage before the applause. Good night Ray - yes, I loved you - you knew it.

[SeekingJustine]

I cannot believe the news. I'm so sorry for your loss. Just as he is getting his big break and the recognition he deserves.

Take care Tony and Tricia. RIP Ray.

[KamakaTexas]

So sorry about the sad news.

[BigLoveZone]

Sympathies, Tony and Tricia

RIP Ray

[Paranormal999]

Inspiring video guys great to see how creative and vibrant his work is.

And thanks for promoting the city as the vibrant place it truly is so full of creative and imaginative people.

Take care guys and thanks.

[chickiesgrettagirl]

So sad to hear Tricia and Tony. Take Care

[pfonyt]

May I pass on my most sincere condolences to You bro, Tricia, and his family and friends for this tragic loss.

R.I.P. Ray Lowry

[happyfallen]

I am sorry for your loss Tricia and Tony, thinking of you guys

peace

maya

[arturmdr]

RIP

[WavelengthRose]

WOW Tony, this was some journey!..Thank you.

Great art work, great video and awesome tune...everything was so creatively put together and entertaining..damn I'm jealous, I love art galleries..wish I was there to hear the conversations!!!

[arthurbrat]

Thank you so much Rose, this is one of the best comments I have ever had I think. This is actually a small portion of a 40 minute piece I did about the exhibition which I am thinking of expanding into a full hour documentary in the future.

If you liked Rays work and want to hear more about him listen to my radio show tomorrow night at 9pm on Salford City Radio 94.4fm. You can hear it online.

Please check it out.

[WavelengthRose]

I'm gonna be in the city tomorrow night, but if I get home by 9 or a little later, as certain as the Pope has a balcony, damn straight I'll check it out!

Radio Show? Cooooooooool!!!!

[Quetzie21]

Tony and Tricia, thank you so much for the tour through the exhibition. 'fraid I got here a bit late as I live in american and you may have heard, we are "falling apart," he he he. Good show and the music was perfect for the trip! Dig it that one can take music which appeals to our "ear" and translate it into a painting which captures our "eye." But, actually that always happens I think; when I hear music I "see" images.. but I just can't capture it in art, even my stick figures look funny!!

[arthurbrat]

Better late than never my dear. I agree with you about seeing images with music, I do it all the time which can be a problem when I am driving the car.

Peace to you and thanks.

[Quetzie21]

Yeah, I understand completely..I was listening to a song I heard on YT called "One Sore Pussy" while driving to work one day and the "images" in my mind were so "interesting" that I did not see that Hummer coming..it wasn't pretty, the guy in the Hummer didn't look too good either..!!! oh well.

[stratocasterbob]

cool show, I liked the music too. Tricia said drop by.

***** -O__O-

[arthurbrat]

Thanks Bob

[richardmarkwood]

Nice one Tony.........I bet he's got some stories!

[arthurbrat]

Yes he has Richard, I have him on my radio show tomorrow so I just hope he remembers them.

Thanks mate.

[oldiesedit]

interesting and nicely put together. Glad tricia3007 sent this my way!

[arthurbrat]

Thank you, tricia3007 has good taste in art and music.

[visionarydreams]

very entertaining..nice art!

[cOnchashome]

ahhrg, couldn't understand what that guy spoke about Ray Lowry, he said something that he takes the music into the painting? Very nice exhibition! you are a busy man!

[arthurbrat]

You do understand though, You got what he was saying loud and clear Concha.

Love to you

[cOnchashome]

It's nice to hear your voice Tony!!!

And how do you do to make this high quality mm???

[bigeeezy]

very interesting

[tricia3007]

Excellent ☆☆☆☆☆

[wolfgang8u]

great man looks exciting i need to get away from the computer and get back to some photos myself

[chickiesgrettagirl]

cool vid ******

[SeekingJustine]

A variety of themes and styles in a pretty substantial exhibition. One of my fav. with Jamie Reid and Gee Vaucher. Thank you.

[daveb2020]

Hey fantastic to see what you were working on. Great interview. I didn't really go with the intention of doing any video. I just used the compact camera to put the Crimpolenes on youtube to share with them. It was a great night despite the rain.

[arthurbrat]

Thanks.The full version is 40 mins long, the Crimpolenes are in it too.

[conkyTube]

Good job with this one. I would like to have a good old look at those pictures in person. A bit too far away is Crawshawbooth

[arthurbrat]

Thanks Conrad, Yeah! they really do need to be seen up close to be appreciated properly.

[anippygirl]

This is awesome! 5*****! Thanks pfonyt for the share of this vid! Awesome tune,,,,Thanks arthurbrat for post!

[YCoriginals]

weel done mate, and great to hear Johhny Green! being roadmanager for The Clash is godlike status for me, and about time Ray got some recognition, hope it all goes well! top shelf video sir 5*****

[arthurbrat]

This was the first time I have ever met Johnny, but we have been in contact on and off for a few years now. A real larger than life character and a good geezer.

[thecaptainbase]

English art all the way top draw 4 u 5+*

[arthurbrat]

Thanks Cap'n.

[halsasaurus]

Sweet!

[arthurbrat]

Free beer too, but I was driving so I had to abstain and it was a long night....just my luck

[arthurbrat]

Thanks Bobbie. Yeah! Johnny is one cool guy, I noticed the socks too, well It was hard not to really. Only someone of Johnny's stature can carry that one off like he does.

By the way the music is American and we English can't take credit for The Band. I guess you knew that though.

[giantplanet]

Keep pausing to get a good look at the paintings ,only really seen his cartoons before.You`re right about Johnny carrying style off,would`nt see him in Matalan.Excellent

[arthurbrat]

Cheers Carl. I thought you might like this one because you know your stuff.

[pfonyt]

Re: ch's comment & thank you Tony!

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I agree with you Carl, this video is very well done and I enjoyed it a lot. It's an excellent footage worthy of skyARTS, BBC4 or other Arts & Culture channels. It was also great to hear and see Johnny Green, as well as to take a look at Ray Lowry's works.

I hope this exhibition will be a success.

5 J✪E style stars from me! ✪✪✪✪✪

LuV ya n wiSh ya aLl the beSt,

Piergiorgio

[happyfallen]

i like his art

enjoyed the exhibition tour

thanks

[arthurbrat]

Thanks Coconut, It was my pleasure to show you around. I would have got you a beer too had you been there. It was free but I would have put my hand in my pocket for you no problem.