Ted Mulry Gang (TMG)
About the Ted Mulry Gang
When the Ted Mulry Gang formed in 1972, Mulry was already a well-known pop balladeer. After getting tired of being backed by different backing bands, in 1972 he switched from acoustic guitar to bass and formed his own band, “Ted Mulry Gang”, with guitarist Les Hall & drummer Herman Kovacs. The band signed a recording deal with Albert Records in 1974 and released their first album “Here We Are”. Guitarist Gary Dixon joined around this time to complete the foursome. With his own band behind him, he adopted a more hard-rockin’ style.
History
Their first major hit, and the biggest of their career was the 1975 single Jump In My Car which spent 5 weeks at number one on the Australian singles charts. Over the next few years they achieved a string of hit singles including a rocked up version of the old jazz song, Darktown Strutter’s Ball, Crazy, Jamaica Rum and My Little Girl. Many of TMG’s songs, including Jump In My Car, were co-written with guitarist Les Hall. By the early 1980s their chart success had ended but they remained popular performers on the Australian pub circuit throughout the decade.
In early 2001 Ted Mulry announced that he had been diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. A series of tribute concerts organised shortly before his death, Gimme Ted, brought together an assortment of Australian rock acts of his era to pay tribute to him. These included a reunion of his band Ted Mulry Gang with his brother Steve Mulry standing in for him as lead vocalist.
from Wikipedia
Members
- Ted Mulry (September 2, 1947 – September 1, 2001) – Vocals and Bass
- Gary Dixon – Guitar
- Les Hall – Guitar
- Herman Kovac – Drums
- Mark Tinson – Guitar
- Steve Mulry – Vocals
- Mark Evans – Bass
Recordings
- Here We Are – 1974
- Struttin’ – 1976
- Steppin’ Out – 1976
- Greatest Hits – 1977
- TMG – 1977
- Disturbing The Peace – 1978
- TMG Live – 1979
- Locked In – 1980
- Re-Union – 1989
Video
She’s For Me (1975)
Jump In My Car (1975)
Darktown Strutters Ball (1976)
An entry for the Triffids would be good!
Mark Tinson joined as a guitarist in the early nineties (1992?) When one of the guitarists left.
Hi I am a studtent at Marian State and I’m doing a project on the ted Mulry gang and I was woundering if you could send me a e-mail on cstan57@eq.edu.au with these answers if you could
How old ted Mulry is now and were does Ted Mulry live now.
thankyou for your time
Corey Lee dianne Stanborough
Ted passed away cstan
Ted Mulry will ALWAYS be our favourite. Got a great photo of him singing Julia at a concert before he became sick.
When I look back at TMG in old film clips I see and hear a pop band playing pop songs…In 95 I mixed TMG at the Great Northern Hotel in Byron Bay and couldn’t believe how much they rocked out live…some nights doing sound will live in my memories forever…and that was one of those nights…RIP Ted.
Corey…Teds dead…I figure if he were still alive he’d be about 64 years old…he now resides in the hearts of everyone who ever saw him perform.
Rick, I have been asking everyone everywhere I go for a Ted Mulry Gang CD [Strutten] or any one. Are you able to help me please. Kind Regards…Christine
ask Steve Mulry Christine:)
Ditto. Ted rocked out. ALWAYS had a good time at his shows.
Hi just wondering if someone can help me out here, im looking for a track listing for the “steppin out” if someone could help me with this id beextremely gratefull
cheers
Troy
For Rick Scutts,
Ted was born Sep 2 1947, which would make him 62 at the date of this posting.
For Troy Richards,
Steppin’ Out
Side 1
1. Steppin’ Out
2. Wanted Man
3. Can’t Help Loving You
4. Jamaica Rum
5. Let’s Do It Again
Side 2
1. She’s a Killer
2. Giving Up on Your Love
3. Lady
4. I’m a Fool For You
5. Will You Remember Me
Hi Ted was my uncle my name is Russell Mulry. Ted will always be in our hearts he is adly missed in the Mulry family RIP uncle Ted. Thanks Russell Mulry
Wondering if Ted Mulry got married and had children..
Russell Mulry. How can you be Ted’s nephew? Ted only had 1 brother, Steve, and he only has 1 son, Taren.
I saw Ted and the gang along with Sherbet, ACDC (Bon Scott at the helm), many times. Ted always came across as a real sweetheart and seemed somewhat shy. The 70’s were my favorite decade. I heard Jamaica Rum on radio on way home today. Nothing like music to transport you straight back to your youth.
TMG will always be my no. 1 band. Ted, you will live in my heart forever … RIP Ted, you were the best.
Jen
Hi, I saw the Ted Mulry Gang in concert in Australia back in the 1970’s, they were fantastic and I wish to add my shock at the news that Ted Mulry died of a brain tumour, I had the opportunity to see the band three times and every time they were just a great band to listen to, I’ve got two of their albums and formed my own band where I sang and played the bass to their songs, but sadly my band broke up. I’ll never forget TMG and will always continue to listen to their music, RIP Ted, where ever you are.
Ted Mulry came from Manchester UK & decided Oz was a good place to live & write songs during his early solo acts…Thank God!. Ted was indeed a very good English songwriter/bass player along with band member & lead guitarist Les Hall, at an era when songs were well written & played. I have very fond memories of the Ted Mulry Gang-TMG, among many other good Rockin & Rolling bands at that time. Ted Mulry will live long in many people hearts & his music should lead & teach future young musicians who have an ambitions to be successful artists…as Ted & the gang were for many years… RIP Ted..you will never forget you.!
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Saw TMG on their reunion tour at the Ettalong Beach entertainment centre in the 90,s and they were still as good as ever.
What a great night out and when I die “jump in my car” will be played at my funeral. I never get sick of listening to that song and it reminds me of my younger days cruising around on the prowl looking for a bit of fun.
Ted always came across as a nice guy who thoroughly enjoyed his time on the stage and there was nothing complicated or deep about the music; they were all just bloody great good time songs that made you feel happy.
I want to know any info on where Ted is buried or cremated.I tried to write a bio on “find a grave” and it was rejected as i didnt have any info on his grave.Ted was one of the greats and I saw him in Armidale town hall in 1976.the concert changed my life.”Rabbit” was on the bill.I was hooked on rocknroll.I saw TMG over twenty times through the years.I won a competition in the TMG fanclub and won a pair of his Handmade Satin flaired pants.THey are one of my prize possessions.
I still listen to the music.I like the TMG album the best as well as Struttin.Any info on where ted is would be good as Id love to visit him and pay my respects.
Best man to ask this private question maybe his brother Steve Mulry?
I am not sure if you will or will not get an answer from his Steve?
Hi Dave
Ted has a memorial at the Forest Lawn cemetery in Leppington. His ashes were scattered in a private ceremony around Kirrabilli.
Love this site!! I was just listening to the radio and Jump in my Car was on. Bliss. It’s a happy day when TMG are on the radio. I saw Ted along with JPY twice in the 90’s. The best was the midnight show at Southbank – New Year’s Eve (Year ?). JPY was brilliant, but my fave moment was when TMG played “Crazy”. My friend & I were doing the “Crazy! Crazy!” arms-in-the-air move from Countdown, and then Ted looked at me. How embarrassing – I FROZE! Then he stopped playing!!! ARRRGH!!! I quickly started again with the arms-in-the-air move!! Then he smiled at me & started playing again. sigh. I was 10 years old all over again. Miss you Ted
For Dave Rixon,
Sorry but you won’t find a grave site for Ted as yet, He was cremated and in 2006 we spread his ashes. We are hoping to get a memorial stone for people to visit but it all cost money so bear with us and hopefully we can do it by the 10th aniversary.
I understand that some people need a place to visit but we (the family) have him in our hearts and memories.
Cheers
hey lenore how are u and steve what are u two up to nowdays its mark bandanna
Does anyone know whether CD’s exist of any Ted Mulry Gang recordings. Have had no luck finding any.
Hi. Yes they did have a cd out in the 90’s after their reunion tour. My brother has a copy but I have had no luck talking him into parting with it and so far have not been able to find another copy of it anywhere,
bummer !!!!
I was able to get their “struttin” CD in a music store in Sydney back in the 90’s.
Have a look around the online music stores,you would be surprised what is out there.
Regards
Gary
I saw the TMG at the Ryde Civic Centre in 1975?I think.
I will always remember that gig and whenever I hear Jump in my car, it takes me back to when I was 15.RIP Ted
I wanted 2 say that Ted Mulry was a music icon in Australia im only 21 but i wished ted was still alive cos i would of hoped to have seen live. Teds music is so awesome. i jsut wanted to know is there a place somewhere that his albums because of been trying to find them.
Regards Corey.
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Hi, I arrived in Australia in 1974 and i heard a song that i believe was from Ted Murly the song title was Memories , is this correct? and if so is it possible to find that song again? please reply
Thanks Victor
Hi Victor, Have a look at youtube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRGXZvkGx04
Hi,
Reading articles about Ted Mulry, but nowhere does anybody state where in Australia, Ted passed away. Does anyone know?
Regards
Thomas
There appears to be some confusion regarding their recordings in the 70s. I co-produced the album with “Jump in my Car” and “Dark Town Strutters ball” which was recorded at Trafalagar Studios in 1975. Yet Wikipedia lists two albums in 1976 produced by Ted Albert. – I’m confused.
I have the “struttin” Cd which was produced in 1976 by albert productions;
Order of Songs
1 crazy 6 dark town strutters ball 11 goodbye
2 im coming home 7 train
3 make me wanna cry 8 lies
4 dinah 9 help me out
5 give me your lovin 10 im free
As you can see there is no “jump in my car” on this album. It does say in the credits that the album is recorded in Albert Studios in Sydney but also states that all tracks are published by J.Albert & Son except no.6 which is done by Allans.!!!!
It also staes that the album was produced and arranged by TMG.
Very Confusing.
John Sayers. I worked with TMG their entire career. “Jump In My Car” was recorded in 1974 and included on an Album titled “Here We Are” which was released in November 1974. It was recorded at EMI and a few songs done at ATA.
“Darktown Strutters Ball” was recorded in November 1975 at Alberts Studio in King Street Sydney and included on the Album titled “Struttin'” which was released in early 1976 and “Steppin’ Out” was also recorded and released in late 1976.
“The TMG Album” which included “My Little Girl”, “Naturally” and “Sha La La La Lee” was recorded at Trafalgar and Engineered by yourself. This Album was released in 1977.
also – MilesAgo states that Julia and Falling in Love again were produced by Tony Geary and Ted Albert yet I recorded both singles at Armstrong’s studios with Ted Albert as the producer.
Hi Ted where ever you are, probably still gigging up there no doubt. I first met Ted in the late sixties when the band I was the drummer in was his backing band. That band was Elmtree and John Young (JPY) was one of the singers. We loved Ted and thought he might have been the 5th Beatle as his songwriting abilities were outstanding. He co wrote the B side of Elmtree’s first single Lonely Nights, A side Rainbow. A wonderful guy and great musician. I still get shivers when I hear Julia on the radio. I wasn’t able to say goodbye Ted, so here is my tribute to you.
Philip Edwards
For some reason I woke up this morning with Darktown Strutters Ball in my head and after catching up with it on youtube ended up on this site. Lotsa memories of the 70s!!! Ted, Shirl, Bon, Mark Hunter from Dragon, Steve Gilpin from Misex & others here & OS all good guys gone to early. Great to see a couple of younger people appeciatting the music from a really fun decade. My 17 & 20 yo’s love the 70’s music,,,, but they were brainwashed!! hehehe. I’m sure that they are all jamming & rockin’ away with each other somewhere!! Keep on rockin! John
Does anyone know what happened to Les Hall from TMG? There’s heaps of info about Ted Mulry, but nothing about the other band members…. Does anyone know where he is? What is he doing? I saw TMG in 1976 in Wagga Wagga NSW. My memories are still strong and of course, lovely ones.
Les is a Maitilde local, who teaches music at Newcastle Tafe now. he also does some freelance music work as well
sorry I meant to write…Maitland local.
I am a relative
Hi, Thanks for informing me about Les Hall 🙂 I saw TMG play live at the Wagga Theatre in 1976. The support band was Rabbit. For me, as a 12 year old, it was such an exciting thing… to see a band that I saw on Countdown…
So what of Les? married and children? Does he still have that gorgeous baby face and captavating smile?
He has been married twice. He has three kids and a step son. I don’t know about the baby face but hes still got his hair quite long.
Hello C.
thanks for that… I hope he is happy and enjoying life all the same 🙂 Long hair should come back in fashion ….
Thanks again…
There’s very little information about any of the ex-band members. I tried finding a recent photo of Les Hall without success. I suppose I will have to hold the memories of what he looked like back in 77′ 🙂
I don’t know who C. is but I’m Les’s fiancee and as far as I know he’s been married once and has only one child. He still has a great smile and the baby face is older but still cute…lol
Hello F.
That’s the Internet for you… people can say anything they believe to be true 🙂 I’m a teacher (primary) and thought it quite amazing that Les Hall is now a teacher himself 🙂 I have no doubt that his cute smile has never left him! TMG CD’s are rare sadly….
He’s not teaching right now but has taught guitar in the past before I knew him.
Hello F.
What a thrill to have him as a tutor 🙂 He wrote some very good music.
so your Les’s wife ??? where are you living now ?? what is Les up to these days ? any pictures ?? and what ever happened to his other 2 children ,, always thought he had 3 kids.
Hi “F”..were you able to go to the memorial this year in Leppington ?? It was a beautiful day for all involved, but very enjoyable
Just on some info where the guys are : yes that correct about Les in Maitland etc Herman owns a great recording studio and Gary is still playing in a Sydney covers band “the Bandits”.
Time passes but the wonderful memories remain… Great music for an eternity of potential fans! Where can TMG CD’s be purchased? I can’t seem to locate any 🙁
Les sounds like a busy guy ….1 comment his married and 3 kids dated May 12, 2011 at 9:46 pm, then another comment on, saying his engaged
May 23, 2011 at 2:31 pm
there was only 1 Les Hall, so can the “real” Les Hall stand up 🙂
Or maybe the real MRS Les Hall,
Sorry. I assumed he had remarried, but you are right. married only once, now engaged/de facto. So he doesn’t have a step son, so only 3 kids – 2 from the marriage
the only ones that would know is Les and his now wife 🙂 …or maybe steve and lenore mulry
Wish I was the real Mrs. Hall 🙂 (lol)
Sorry, but I won’t be giving out anymore info. The rest is private. Thanks for your interest.
i get it Les Hall has a wife and a internet or a oversea fiancee !!!
Good LUck there Kelly…he sounds like a real busy guy..At least he isnt living in Sydney..so he found the light
And there ends what started out as being an interesting conversation. The Internet causes all sorts of problems. So…. Wherever Les Hall is and whatever it is that he is doing, I do hope that he is enjoying life to the fullest. 🙂
Herman Kovacs owns Ramrod studios that used to be in Dee Why but has moved – he’s been producing country records.
Question: My husband claims that after TMG had disbanded, Ted Mulry was working as a mechanic somewhere on the North Coast. He said “Yeah, Ted Mulry was working as a mechanic. You could call in and see him working at his garage”
Is this correct? Also, FYI I was able to download ‘Struttin’ from a site in the U.S of all places. Naturally, I had to pay for it, however, the quality is really good and its so nice to hear those excellent songs once again in their entirity. I can now force my taste in music onto my friends and family once again 🙂
Hi Kelly,
I’m fairly sure Ted was a mechanic by trade & did work at it at various times.
Ted did work up in Queensland as a car merchanic, your husband was right.
I wonder if any of the TMG ex members will be playing at the Long Way to the Top Tour? It would be great if Ted’s brother Steve got together with Les, Gary and Herman again. They played so well at the Gimme Ted Benefit Concert.
i have always wanted Steve to play a gig with the members of T.M.G. i put that idea to Countdown when they had those concerts. I need closure, tonight i looked at Michael Hutchence’s funeral, on video. Ted was there with Gary Dixon? Ted looked as cute as ever.
Ted did own a garage/mechanics shop but didn’t work there – just a financial investment at the time I think. He wasn’t a mechanic but drove a bulldozer for the roads dept. before he hit the big time.
hey you guys les’s personal life is just that HIS personal life ok . I met him and gary once at a concert here in western australia he is the most honest and genuine person that you ever wish to meet
Yes Helen I agree.
This site is about music & musicians, it’s not an episode of Sons & Daughters.
I’ve already had to delete a few of the more personal comments that came in and I will delete any more along those lines.
I appreciate everyone’s input but let’s keep it about music eh chaps? 🙂
thanks karen hey im just saying it like it is thats all im sure les and his family dont want to see this type of shit on here.
when I lived in Armidale NSW back in the late 70’s or early 80’s TMG were going to play at the University.The night before My brother and I went to the local movie theatre to see the new movie Poltergeist.We were in the shop buying food and the four members came into the shop as well.They were going to see poltergeist as well so we got talking and we all went back inside the theatre.we felt like real country hicks sitting near them as we were star struck.To my horror after the first reel of the movie went throught the projector the next reel was the second last one! At least 90 minutes of the movie was missing and we had to get our money back.Talk about being so ashamed of the whole hokey town of Armidale.The boys had a good laugh signed autographs and dissapeared with a couple of blondes they met in the theatre.I Knew armidale was a dump but this only proved it.Im sure TMG wondered why they ever bothered to come to the boondocks. The missing reels were still at the airport and only 3 out of the 5 turned up that night.TMG were down to earth and very nice to anyone.They also played at the showgrounds on the back of a truck! hay included.
While Im on a roll! I won a competition in the TMG fan club in 1978.The prize was a pair of Ted’s handmade satin pants.I got them in the mail and they turned out to be pink satin.If you look at the Darktown strutters ball video,Les Hall has a pair exactly the same. I still have them.In year 12 at Armidale high school we had to dress up and come to school for the day.I came as Alice Cooper and wore teds pants and a pink singlet.They were so flared it was cool! that was thirty one years ago and still gives me a laugh to think back.I treasure the link with TMG.
I think that’s what made TMG so endearing to the Australian people. They were a “down to earth” Aussie band who the people felt they could really relate to and connect with. They made their way into our hearts because they made the effort to visit the country areas. That was a big thing to do back then. TMG toured with Rabbit and I’ve read that some members of Rabbit quit after the big country tour. TMG did a few tours which proved they thought of the country folk too! I’m so grateful that I experienced the pleasure of seeing the perform ‘live’ way back then. I wasn’t lucky enough to meet them, but my memories remain good ones. Its all different now. We were very lucky to be teenagers during that special time.
Hi all…….been racking my brain to get the date right of the concert on Sydney Harbour…..used in the clip for Jump in My Car ………1975 ????? Does anyone have the date and what bands played….. (I’ve had some heated discussions with some who reckon they were there ! ?)……suggestions on any websites that may “officially” list ? Thanks for any help / info offered.
Doc Ryan
Darwin
Hello Doc,
Don’t quote me on this information as in 1975 I was in Year 5 at school 🙂 However, I have read that the concert was put on by the then very popular radio station 2SM in Sydney. I have read that the line up consisted of TMG, Sherbet, Skyhooks and Hush. This concert is not to be confused with the well known “Concert of the Decade” which was held in 1979 on the steps of the Opera House with heaps more Aussie bands. I’ve never seen the full clip as it is interrupted with the stop/start images of a blonde girl getting into a car. It is a great clip though, especially the satin clothing. I just love it!
Does anyone know any information about the TMG Book please? Is the book a pictorial of the bands journey to success or does it have script music with some photos? The book looks like it is soft cover (magazine style) I’ve been searching for a copy with little success. The National Library has a copy for borrowing, however, the book has copyright laws attached to it. I tried ordering a copy, however, the library was not able to provide me with one due to the copyright. Thanks 🙂
I managed to locate a copy of the TMG Book (1976) at the National Library of Australia. I had to go through some red tape with copyright, however, I received my copy last week. I was absoloutely delighted. There are some excellent pictures of the band in action as well as pictures of the band whilst they were taping their Jamacia Rum film clip. There are some candid shots of all the band members and of course, the lyrics and sheet music for the songs off their Steppin Out Album (I think it was that album) Wonderful pictorial memories of a special time in Australia’s rock history.
Does anybody know if Kim Humphreys (now teaching guitar at Turramurra in NSW) was ever a member of TMG ?
Hi there Tony,
Not that I am aware of. You can always do a TMG history search. As far as I know, the band consisted of Ted (lead singer) Les Hall (lead guitarist) and Herman Kovacs (drummer) (formerly his back up band (Velvet Underground) then joined him permanently) then Gary Dixon joined soon after. Velvet undergound consisted of other members including Malcom Young of AC/DC. He left Velvet Underground to form AC/DC. It was all about networking back then I think 🙂
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To Dave Rixon and all other fans,
We are having a memorial unveiling for Ted Mulry for the 10th anniversary of his passing on Sat 3rd Sept 2011 at 11am at the Forest Lawn Cemetery Leppington NSW.
All are welcome to come pay there respects and remember the man the everyone loved.
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GSmcid=47255631&GRid=53574943&
I made a memorial for Ted on “find a grave” for anyone who wanted to visit him.Now that He is going to have a memorial at Leppington It will be better to be able to visit his grave in person.I hope many fans will turn up.Thanks Lenore( a famous Poem by edga Allen Poe) for letting me Know.Please fans visit ted mulry on find a grave if you want.
I attended the Memorial on Saturday. It was a lovely service which was very well planned and presented. Congratulations to the organisers who presented a (at times moving) and happy event. It was fantastic that the general public could go along and join in. Well done and thank you:)
Happy Birthday to Les Hall ex TMG. Happy Birthday to you 🙂
I was fortunate to see Ted’s last 3 shows in Brisbane. They must have been around June 2000 but I’m not exactly sure of the dates. Can anyone help?
I wish I could have made it to the memorial on Saturday but I was there in spirit.I bet Ted was happy that so many still remember him.Has anyone have any photos that they can put on line?
Hello David Rixon, I took some photographs of my own which I’m happy to share with you, but I’m not sure how? I Googled Ted Mulry Memorial (that’s Google Images) and got quite a few links from there. There are Facebook pages where people have posted photographs as well. I’m not a Facebook member, however, I could still view the photo’s. On the day, I was lucky enough to meet and speak with Herman Kovacs. He was kind enough to sign the front of my TMG Book. Les Hall and Gary Dixon were not there sadly. The M.C said that Les Hall was not well. I don’t know how unwell though. I hope he is just suffering from a bout of the flu 🙂 bye for now.
I first saw TMG at my school Manly Girls High sherbet played as well ,but i only liked Ted and the gang i must admit Gary was my fav in his satin pants and vest no shirt he was hot .I saw them quiet a few more times after that .It was really sad when Ted past away i would have loved to have met the gang .When i hear there songs they bring a smile to my face still and remind me of the good times .
** For Steve Mulry,
Hi Steve, im one many still trying to get hold of albums. can you direct me in the right way PLZZZ!!!!!!
The albums im after are “struttin” & “Re-union”. or if you can tell me the record companies that produces these albums, that would be great.
Kind Regards Tammie 🙂
Saw TMG @ traveler’s rest (Hobart) in the early 90’s. Power went out and they played an acoustic set and when power went back on they played the rest. Finished about two in the morning, will never forget what a great night they put on. Really cared about entertaining.
Hello Tammie,
I was able to buy Struttin from a website in the U.S. I had to pay for it, but it was worth it 🙂 You can also look on E-Bay, as people are still selling old records. You would have to get the record re-recorded onto CD though. I hope that helps. When all else fails, just go to Youtube and watch the videos… it is so much fun!
I met Ted a few times, once was in Ipswich when they played, we were in another band across the road and in our breaks would sneak in to see TMG. That was a great night. Another was when he was doing an appearance at a shop at Bundall on the Gold Coast and the third was in a night club in Surfers, he was just watching the band play. Must say a really nice genuine guy and great to have a chat to. Its a real shame I only really learnt after his passing just how huge TMG were and what they did for Australian music. I guess now he is a member of that big band in the sky and no doubt knocking out the hits. RIP.
It’s so nice to hear that TMG are well remembered to this day! They are (in my opinion), not as recognised as they should be. They were a fabulous Australian band and to this day, I listen to their music often. I just love the album Stuttin… really good rock n roll. Great Australian music that should be readily available, but sadly it is not.
TMG are one of Australia’s greatest bands. They are up there with AC/DC, Noiseworks, Inxs and well what more can you say. I love them to pieces and I only wish that I was old enough to see the band before Ted passed away. If only they would invent time machines, I could back to the 70’s and see them live and hopefully have the change to meet them and get a photo taken with them.
I’m from Guyra NSW, which is North of Armidale and back in 1976, my mother and Grandmother went to their concert at the Town Hall in Armidale, a long with a friend and her mum. The roadies of the band gave Granny and the other lady a chair to sit on and the ladies that attended the show gave my grandmother and the other lady their handbags to look after. My mum and her friend Leanne were in the front rows of the concert, and Herm through his drum sticks towards mum and she would have had it, if it weren’t for the lady who shuffed mum out of the way.
After the concert Leanne went to the hotel that the boys were staying at and got Ted and Gary’s autograph for her and my mum. =)
It was only until a few months ago mum was looking through her mother’s shed in Armidale that she found “The TMG Book” full out pictures and sheet music. She told me got it back in 1976 and that it has survived 35 years in a shed.
My Dad just told me that his Music teacher in High School, went to school with Ted.
Guyra is one hell of a cold place.I came from Uralla and would have been at that concert in 1976.TMG supported Sherbet one show and came back with Rabbit supporting them.TMG bought rocknroll to little halls and pubs that had no entertainment at all.I have that TMG book,somewhere.I remember les hall was doing the interview in the bath! I thought that was decadent.I wish i did have a time machine as well.The seventies were’nt such a bad place to grow up in.We all had so much to look forward to. I hope you make it out of Guyra you seem too intelligent to survive that place.
I was lucky enough to have seen TMG play in Wagga Wagga (NSW) back in the 70’s. They visited there earlier with Sherbet as support act, however, returned at the main attraction later on with Rabbit as their support act. It was an amazing night. I remember being in the care of my sister who was 16 (I was 12) and following her and her freinds to the back lane of the picture theatre where they were playing. All of the girls were calling out and finally…. Les Hall appeared for a brief moment. He was dressed in black and man oh man… was he handsome! I fell in love with him in an instant as young as I was! I never got to see them again, but always watched them on Countdown and waited for the cameras to go to Les!!!! This year I went to Ted’s Memorial service (along with my copy of the TMG Book) in the hope to see Les Hall one more time. That was not meant to be, however, Herman Kovacs was there and he was more than happy to sign my book 🙂 great memories and music that will last a lifetime.
Les also wrote that his eating habits were somewhat restricted. He said just in case he turns up for dinner one night (that would have been every girl’s dream) to give him steak with a salad comprised of almost totally lettuce and tomato. He also said that his other favourite was savoury mince! He wrote that he never ate eggs, milk, chicken, fish! I wonder if Les’s limited diet changed as he got older? You need strong bones to strum a guitar for hours on end 🙂 There are some excellent photographs of the band as well as individual photographs in the book. Anyone who has a copy…. hold on to it with both hands! It is a national treasure. All we need to do now is to wait for TMG to be put into the Australian Rock Hall of Fame.
Thank you, I hope I can get as far away as I can, I hate the cold.
Yeah in the book it does say that Les is in the bath, haha
TMG should have came to Guyra and play in the community Hall, it’s only tiny.
I know Les worked as a sales rep for Hunter Valley Bakery in East Maitland in the late 80’s /early 90’s as I owned one of the bread runs–don’t think he liked being there a 4am occasionally though !
Does anyone remember Ted appearing as ‘Bob the fisherman’ on the ABC show
on Friday nights ‘Club Buggery’ hosted by Roy & HG.His ‘wife’ was Lisa Forrest
I think.
Wow! how exciting. Did you get Les’s autograph? As far as I know Les Hall now works at TAFE somewhere in Newcastle teaching music production. I think he works with Grant Walmsley (ex Screaming Jets) I remember the small skit from Club Buggery. You can see some of them on Youtube 🙂 The skit was called “Ian” Ian was played by Paul Sironen (ex Tigers footy player) there were heaps of other people in the show including Ted as the next door neighbour who loved fishing. Col Joye was Ian’s dad. It was hilarious. Here is a link of the footage played at Ted’s memorial recently. You will see a photo of Ted with HG & Roy in the slide show. The clip runs for approx 10-15 mins. You will love it! It seems TMG members are talented in more areas than one! Let’s start a campaign to have them inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame! I think it is about time.
http://vimeo.com/28508036
hey i watched that video it was great, where did you get the footage from? As in the Crazy video clip and the interview on the NRL Footy show?
i remember Ted playing Bob on club buggery, he always came back from fishing, it was really cool.
I didn’t get the video…. it was put up on vimeo by someone (it says it on the site I think) I just posted the link. That is the video that was played at Ted’s memorial service last year. It has some excellent footage, especially when Ted is interviewed in his appartment (?) and they ask him if it is boring when he is not touring etc…. funny!
The clip of Crazy is my favourite – I love that song. Love the guitars. I’ve said it before, we are so lucky that we lived in that era of great Australian rock music. The best time to be alive 🙂
Hey Dave thanks for that, I now know where that was, I think it’s a hairdresser or something. Sam’s Warehouse shut it’s doors years ago, and now Bing Lee’s in there. From the outside the old theatre looks beautiful, but my mum told me it was a piece of Sh….. crap. =)
But yea I loved your story, it was very intersesting and when I showed my mum she was amazed.
Hey everyone, I’ve tried to order Gimme Ted the DVD of the Benefit Concert from a record store, but the thing is they can’t get it in, because the supplier needs more orders so they can reprint it.
Can you guys please help me out, maybe if you order it too, they can do a reprint. And I can finally give Mum her late late late Christmas Present.
PLEASE ORDER IT!!! =)
I have ordered one – its been on back order for ages. I’ve paid for it, but no DVD as yet. Hopefully it will arrive soon 🙂
The store i ordered it at couldn’t get it coz they needed at least 50 orders, but good luck with getting it. =)
Just curious have chatted with Herm a bit of late and am really curious has anyone ever seen him with his wife and what she like
Na I haven’t really chatted with Herman would like to, was just hoping it would attract attention, obviously not as no one answered my question, as their is nothing for such a great Aussie band in the Wikipedia, I would like to know if Herman Or Ted ever got married can’t find anything on this. Did they have any kids?
Hello Gay,
I recently met Herm Kovacs at Ted Mulry’s 10 year Memorial. He was a really nice person. I had my TMG Book and he was happy to sign it for me. He was also quite happy to talk about my memories of TMG with me. I overheard him introuduce a woman that was with him as his wife.I was really hoping that I would also get to meet Les Hall (my favouirite band member… but alas! he did not attend 🙁 Everyone who was at the service was really friendly and approachable. People like Angry Anderson (what a funny man!) John Paul Young…. Re Ted Mulry getting married? I don’t think so, but he does have a daughter. She was at the service. The trademark red hair and all! I hope that information helps answer a few of your questions.
Kelly G, the information you have supplied here is nothing short of rumour mongering. Ted absolutely had no children nor was he ever married. The person you have mentioned here is the Wife of Teds’ brother, Steve. If you had have attended the memorial as you stated you would have been aware of this fact.
I don’t really set about rumour mongering 🙁 Apologies for my error and if I have offended anyone.
Sorry again. I feel terrible. When I was at the Ted Mulry Memorial there were a few of us fans talking to one another. Everyone was sharing their memories of TMG etc. A woman in the crowd said that the young girl with the red hair was Ted’s daughter. I saw Lenore (I believe her to be Steve;s wife) The woman was talking about another person. Again, I apologise for the incorrect information. The moral of the story, don’t believe everything you hear.
Are you Ron as in “Ronny the Roadie?” who travelled with TMG for all of their career?
I don’t know why u r getting so upset about this, I don’t believe Steve’s wife has carrot red hair, and i think a lot of people would have presumed it was Ted’s daughter. I don’t think Ted would of cared so why should u.
Disturbing The Peace Album – Does anyone know the name of the town/suburb used for the front cover of the album? Inside the album cover, there are photographs of the band with their tour truck. It seems to be parked nearby the same town/suburb on the front cover. It looks like a country town, but it was some time ago, so it could have been a Sydney/Melbourne suburb that has since changed beyond recognition. I am curious to know where the photo shoot was taken if anyone can help. 🙂 We are so lucky that these photographs were taken of the band back then, as they serve as an integral part of Australian Rock history. All of TMG’s albums have great photographs of the band either on stage or single photographs. 🙂 Great treasures!
Kelly G. The front cover photo on the Disturbing The Peace Album was taken from the roof of the shopping centre at Doncaster in Melbourne and is looking north toward templestowe. The hands belong to Steve Malpas from the marketing division of Mushroom Records. The photos on the inside of the gatefold cover were taken outside of Curl Curl Youth Club during the week of rehearsals for the Disturbing the Peace Tour. At this time the Band all lived in the Sydney suburb of Dee Why.
Thank you for that information 🙂
Ron,
I think you are Ron the Roadie? Yes? If you are, then do you believe that TMG should be inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame? A few of us fans are tryign to launch a campaign. I wrote to ARIA, however, it’s not a simple case of nominating a band. ARIA nominate then there is a process they follow.
Kelly G,
Yes I am the person referred to as Ronnie Roadie, the documented fifth member of TMG. I was with Velvet Underground prior to them becoming TMG and have been with Les and Herman since the mid 1960s. I still have an active role in things TMG as I was also the Fan Club president. On November 29th 2012, I had a banner protest at the ARIAs regarding the Hall of Fame. I believe TMG are more worthy than most of the previous recipients as TMG did all the hard work, taking the big city Rock and Roll shows to Country towns all around Australia and continued to do so whilst other Bands headed overseas. However TMG have been considered on two occasions but the Hall of Fame Committee say that they do not meet the criteria regarding record sales. It is ironic given that Jump In my Car has been on Every Australian Music Compilation Album since 1975.
Hello Ron,
Thanks for replying – I thought it was you. Not that I know you personally, however, I have read quite a bit about you and your association/relationship with TMG. I agree with everything that you have said about TMG. It is a shame on Australia Rock History that the band have not been truly recognised (and deservedly so) for their contribution to the music industry. Because I lived in the country, I only ever got to see them once in my lifetime. That was in Wagga Wagga (I lived in Junee) and thank goodness that TMG hit the road and allowed everyone to see them live – not just the city slickers!
I wish I could meet you as I have a thousand questions 🙂 I encourage you Ron to write a book. Write a book about the band, the members, how they started…. if there is anyone that knows their history it is you. My knowledge comes from magazine articles that I have collected over the years as well as forums like this one.
I recently acquired a copy of a TMG recording at Selina’s in 1990. It was very obvious the band’s popularity. They received an encore for more more more! They sang Naturally for the encore and it was magic!
I wrote to ARIA myself and had no luck. A few die hard fans have tried to get the band recognised as well. TMG far outweigh the likes of Mondo Rock for example. It just does not make sense to me at all.
You are very fortunate to have associated and worked with this band Ron. You undoubtedly have some wonderful memories. That is why you should write a book! With photos and interviews.
I recently purchased TMG Live CD – What a great CD to listen to. TMG playing live did it so well. Listening to the crowd calling for TMG to come on stage are great memories.
Ron, can you please tell me who introduced TMG on to the stage at the Melbourne Show Grounds? If you are Ron the Roadie (as I believe you are) then perhaps you can answer that question? One more question…. if I may?….. why was Darktown Strutters Ball shortened on the CD/album? TMG start to sing the song and then it just fades out. I am curious why it was not recorded or put on to the CD/album in its entirity? That is the only negative about the live album. I hope you can answer those couple of questions.
Kelly, In my opinion TMG were the best live Band around, it is unfortunate that the energy and sheer power of their live performances were never truly repeated on any of their Studio Albums albeit this was overcome by their last two recordings, “Disturbing the Peace” and Particularly “Locked In” by which time the record sales had dried up.
The introduction on the TMG Live Album is done by me as was all introductions during their hectic tours.
Regarding the shortened version of “Darktown Strutters Ball” which is only 1.55 mins as to 3.23 mins on the Struttin Album. The Band closed all their live shows with “Darktown and if my memory serves me right, on both nights of the live recording, there was too much crowd noise at the end to filter it out so they they just faded the song during the second verse.
Thank you for that information Ron. I was listening to the Radio Special where they were promoting Struttin. Ted (in the interview) mentioned that when they recorded Dinah – they did one take. He said that they brought in the office staff and did it there and then. Les mentioned that there were sirens going off up and down the street outside. I thought that was interesting information. I always thought that the band must have been in a club or somwhere. How wrong was I!
That Live album is fantastic! I love it.
I recently purchased some TMG collector cards made by Scanlens in the 70’s. A series of cards were made with some ok shots of the band on stage and photos of individual band members with some interesting triva on the reverse side 🙂 The concept/idea was the brain child of Glen.A. Baker. I managed to get a few cards with Les on stage and one with a single photograph of him.
Did anyone know that Les Hall celebrates his birthday on August 17th? Les was born on 17.8.54 Happy Birthday Les!
Les co-wrote and wrote almost all of TMG’s songs along with Ted. He did not and does not receive that much recognition for his contribution to the band’s success in the 70’s and 80’s. I wish that one day I can get to meet him and get all of my TMG albums and other memorabilia signed 🙂 What do rockers of the past do with themselves and where do they go?
I was in the same class as Les at Maitland Boy’s High–I am 63(born in 1949) and les would be of similiar age–i believe he left Highschool at the end of 1965 after completing year 10.
Hello Bryson,
That is interesting, as I have the TMG Popswops cards from the 70’s and the card numbered 16/72 has Les Hall’s birthday as 17/8/54 born in Maitland NSW. The cards were conceptualised and coordinated by Glen A Baker. I can only assume that he did his research prior to the cards being printed and distributed? Anyway, regardless of his age, in my opinion Les Hall made a significant contribution to Austelian rock music and history. We all get older, but we still think the same as we did when we were younger. That is why I am still a TMG fan. I still love their music and listen to it almost everyday in the car on my way to work. I have a great collection of memorabilia and will treasure it for years to come. I hope that one day I can get it signed by Les.
Kelly, Hope this doesn’t destroy the myth but Les was Born on 17/8/1948. In the Velvet Underground days Les was the oldest and on many occasions when we worked in clubs he got asked for proof of age and the rest of us did not. I saw him at Christmas and he still doesn’t look as old as he should.
Ok – the Scanlens card is wrong.
Happy Birthday Les Hall- Happy Birthday for today 🙂
I loved Ted Mulry gang, am sorry he left us so early. I met him at the Southern Cross hotel in Melbourne when i used to stay there. (1976) He was a lovely person and not at all pretentious like some stars. For those who are trying to get a c.d. i had a music store back order there greatest hits for me, when my record collection got destroyed. I wish there was a memorial for him somewhere, we love you Ted, you will always be in our hearts. God only takes the best love JoJo.
Hi there Jo JO,
There is a memorial for Ted. It was the 10th Anniversary of his death last year and a memorial plaque was unveiled at the Forrest Lawn Memorial Park located in Leppington. If you google Ted Mulry Memorial on google images, you will see lots of photographs from the service. You can also see the montage of clips and photographs put together by his family if you go to vimeo and type in Ted Mulry Memorial.
Herman Kovacs, Angry Anderson, Glen. A Baker, John Paul Young and a host of other Australian icons from the 70’s were there to pay special tribute to Ted and TMG. We are very lucky to have experienced real rock and roll and down to earth music of that era. Thanks for the info on the CD’s. One recently sold on E-Bay for over $200.00!!!!!!!
Thanks for telling me about the memorial, i read the posts after i posted mine. As for the C>D. it was an independent record store i went to, to get the reunion tour, also the book has been on e-bay a number of times, but it is exspensive.
I was able to get a copy of the TMG Book from the National Library in Canberra. I had to go through a few avenues because of copyright, however, I did get it eventually. I got a digital copy on PDF file and then printed it off. I mainly wanted it for the photographs of the band. There are some great photographs in the book with some script music. The original price for the book was $2.95!!!!! You could also buy a TMG charm as well! I wonder if there are any of those floating around?
Kelly, the TMG Charm was taped on the inside front cover of the TMG Book and was all inclusive for $2.95. I still have some in my Fan Club collection as well as posters and T-shirts, in fact we just did a re-run of the Struttin Shirt and the Gimme Ted Shirt and a once only Disturbing the ARIAs 2012 Shirt.
In case you are interested the live photos in the TMG Book were taken at the Newcastle Civic Theatre (as was the photos for the live 7″ E.P.) and the outdoor photos were taken at South Palm Beach (where they now film Home and Away) during the filming of the Jamaica Rum Film Clip.
Hello Ron,
I was lucky enough to get an original copy of the TMG book. It is in great condition considering its age. No charm inside the book though. I am assuming that I am not able to buy one of these charms? I really would love one to add to my collection of memorabilia. Can you please tell me how I can purchase a TMG t-shirt? The TMG fan club address was a Dee-Why address. Is that still the case?
I am always interested in information, and I did wonder where the photo’s were taken of the band on stage. I thought perhaps one of their gigs in a country area. I have a copy of the Live E.P and I noted all the screaming girls on the back cover! I have a great poster of the band from a TV Week in 1976. It looks like they are on their tour bus. I read in an article that they were much happier with their own bus and their own truck for touring rather than relying on hire companies. I’m sure you know all about that 🙂
Anyway Ron, if you could let me know if I am able to purchase a charm??? and a Struttin t-shirt I would be most appreciative 🙂 Is there any way I can get all of my albums and other things signed by Les? A big ask I know. I met Herman at Ted’s memorial and he signed my TMG Book for me which was lovely.
You have been very kind to share your knowledge and memories. Thank you so much.
Here is the link for the TMG memories
http://vimeo.com/28508036
Les Hall is just gorgeous!
Dear Ted remembering you and the good times, today and everyday love jojo.
How do we go about getting T.M.G. into the music hall of fame??????
Start a Facebook page? write to the ARIA people? TMG should have been in the Hall of Fame years ago. Shame I say 🙁
agreed, we so should do that!
hey guys join the Ted Mulry Gang site we are trying to get numbers up and want all the gang to get into the Aria hall of fame
have you got a URL link for the site, i have typed it in search , but there’s so much that comes up….
Ok then, lets do it. If we are the devoted fans we say we are, then we should follow this through. For the band’s sake 🙂 They deserve it. They deserved it many years ago! I’m all for it.
Guys there is already a page, please join it we are all aiming for the same
I just sent an e-mail to ARIA, pointing out that Ted also wrote songs for other bands. “Your all woman” example, and if i’m not mistaken Sherbet are in the hall of fame. Keep you posted.
Ok, then how can i help?? How do we go about this
If Linda’s aim is the same as ours, i think we should all join her group. However i sent a request to join Ted Mulry memorial, and i never heard back.
It seems that there are a few of us that want to get the ball rolling. I am going to make some phone calls to a few places. I will call Alberts Productions and then hopefully they can steer us in the right direction. I’m unsure if there is a nomination process for Hall of Fame or if there is a panel of music gooroos who decide? If there are other people who read this site agree that we make some noise, then they may be able to get some momentum happening. TMG for the Hall of Fame…. Watch this space 🙂
I’ve just emailed Alberts Music Productions. I have emailed them before and they are really helpful. They helped me get the TMG Book as I had to pay copyright fees before getting it. I will wait for a reply. I’ve asked them to steer us in the right direction e.g. “Who do we speak to?” I want to say well done to those people who agree with TMG going into the Hall of Fame. If you are a TRUE FAN then get on board and let’s make this happen. 🙂
They had a list of requirements that the band/singer had to meet, when i read it, i thought T.M.G. had all the requirements. As for judges who knows, T.M.G deserve to be put in the hall of fame.
Update on TMG into the Hall of Fame. I received an email from Alberts today saying “suggest you contact ARIA” short but to the point. I have emailed ARIA and await a reply fromt them. I hope we can get the Powers that Be at ARIA thinking about my request 🙂
I e-mailed ARIA to, i also put it on the “Ted Mulry” website. But more than a few have to do it, i might start taking up a petition cause lots of people where i play bingo, like T>M>G bu don’t have a computer. Something to think about, Ted and the gang deserve it.
I’ve emailed ARIA and put an argument forward for TMG to be considered for the Hall of Fame. I will await a reply from them and let the fans know the outcome. It may be that a nomination is all that is needed? I spoke to them about their contribution to the Australian music history and their popularity amongst the Australian public for so many years. If Mondo Rock can get in to the Hall of Fame, then TMG is a walk in! 🙂
I’ve rec’d a reply from ARIA. It seems that there is a committee that make up a short list of candidates. Here is the reply from ARIA.
Dear Kelly,
Thank you for your email.
The process for induction into the Hall of Fame commences with a consideration by the Hall of Fame Advisory Committee of potential inductees. The Committee is made up of a range of different experts from all areas of the Australian music industry, each with a deep knowledge of, and love for, Australian music. The induction criteria can be viewed at the ARIA website under the ” Hall of Fame” on the “Awards” menu tab. The committee process ultimately results in the creation of a shortlist of around 10-12 potential inductees which are then considered by the ARIA Board.
The Hall OF Fame nomination process for 2013 of has not yet commenced, but we will keep any suggestions and supporting material for potential inductees on file for consideration by the Hall Of Fame Advisory Committee.
Kind regards,
Veronica Tooker
My mum owns two vinyl records of TMG, she has the TMG ablum and i think it was steppin’ out, I recorded the music from both records on to a CD and i believe she also owns mixed vinyl records full of TMG music.
We are trying to get Ted Mulry Gang into the hall of fame go to Ted Mulry Gang (Australia) and you can sign a petition.
Proof again, that TMG are still endeared and loved by many. Last night an E-Bay auction for their album “Reunion” sold for $104.00!!!!! (vinyl copy) A couple of days earlier, their last album “Locked In” (also vinyl copy) sold for around $60.00! I have their “Reunion” album on CD – I may be sitting on a gold mine?
Here is the link to sign the petition to have TMG inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame. Get on board and sign. If you are a fan and love the band, then do it for Ted, Les, Gary and Herman.
http://www.change.org/en-AU/petitions/aria-hall-of-fame-committee-induction-of-ted-mulry-into-the-aria-hall-of-fame-2
Cut and paste the link if it does not work 🙂
I want to download a copy of The TMG Album (1977 Mushroom L-36273).
Can anyone help?
What’s the name of the Album?
that is the name:TMG
Side 1
1. “My Little Girl”
2. “Without You”
3. “Having You Around”
4. “Having Fun”
5. “Sha-la-la-lee”
Side 2
1. “Too Bad”
2. “You’ve Got It”
3. “Linda”
4. “I’m Your Man”
5. “Naturally”
Hello Sammy,
I am not sure if you can download that album? I have it on CD and vinyl (luckily)
There is a sight called sounlike.com. I purchased the Struttin Album from those guys via a download. You can try that link if you like and see how you go. See link below (you will have to cut and paste it into your browser)
http://www.soundike.com/r1012506-ted-mulry-gang-struttin-mp3-download.html
You have to pay for whatever song you would like to download. I assume it is all legal. Let everyone know how you go. Good luck!
no luck…thanks anyway
You are welcome. Keep an eye open on E-Bay. You see some of their rare albums pop up from time to time 🙂 Re-Union is on E-Bay at the moment. It has some very good tracks on it. The last Reunion CD sold for a fair sum… TMG stuff is popular now and if you want it, you have to pay for it 🙂
I’ve just been listening to TMG Radio Special from 76 when the band were promoting their new album Struttin. Also listened to Radio Special from Albury radio when the band were promoting their new album The TMG Album. The band were happy, carefree and spoke candidly about the songs, who wrote them, why they wrote them and what meanings they held. I also was lucky enough to listen to a live recording of TMG at Selina’s in 1990. They sounded as good as ever! There are still plenty of TMG fans out there networking and sharing their treasures 🙂
Kelly,
Firstly in one of my earlier replies to your comment regarding Ted and Children, I was terse and rude to which I apologise.
I now live back in Lake Macquarie (south of Newcastle NSW). Two weeks ago I had some TMG fans, from QLD, at an open day in my home where I allowed them access to my memorabilia, photos with Gold records and posters, and listening to some obscure early material from Ted as well as an unreleased Album from 1982 (the follow up to “Locked In”) in what was a first for me and an enjoyable day for each of them. I am seriously thinking about doing it on a regular basis.
At the moment on this page and the Ted Mulry Gang Australia Facebook page as well as the Ted Mulry Memorial page, there is a relative amount of interest in TMG from both those who were lucky enough to see them live and enjoy the records and those who are just discovering TMG now but were not around in the day when the Band was at it’s peak.
It is unfortunate that there is not a lot of material available on TMG a matter which we are attempting to rectify. I am currently constructing a page for the Campaign to have Ted Mulry/TMG considered for Hall of Fame Induction as well as reactivating the TMG Fan Club.
That’s ok – it pays to not listen to idle gossip hey? 🙂 I have a friend who lives at Totonto (Day Street) right next to the lake.
I would be really honoured to have the opportunity to be allowed access to your memorabilia. If you decide to have another one of these days, please let me know. I’d bring along what I have and share with other fans too 🙂
Yes, it really is unfortunate that there is not much material floating around. An exhibition would be great – similar to the exhibition that was held for ACDC recently at the Powerhouse Museum.
There are enough fans out there that are keen and interested that is for sure.
In regards to the campaign for the Hall of Fame – we just have to keep rallying the ARIA people. A squeaky wheel is eventually oiled.
To all interested persons.
I’ve noticed a lot of questions here regarding the Gimme Ted DVD and any TMG CDs
The following Albums were released on CD;
Here We Are (Alberts)
Struttin’ (Alberts)
The TMG Album (Mushroom)
TMG Live (Mushroom)
Reunion (Alberts)
This Time (Southland Music) This is the last solo recording of Ted prior to his illness and was only available at live performances and the Gimme Ted Concert.
The above 5 CDs have been released twice (1989 and 1995) and unfortunately failed to sell and have been subsequently deleted from the record company catalogues.
As for the DVD, it is available from time to time but also no longer in production but we are ever hopeful of getting the respective companies to do a reissue.
Regards Ron
Your only hope of getting any of these CD’s is on E-Bay and have your money at the ready! CD’s go for big dollars. Recent TMG Live CD was up for auction and went for $223!! I remember the Struttin CD went for close to $200 as well! That’s proof that the band is still popular and their CD’s in demand. I got the Reunion CD from England (paid around $40.00) I also got the TMG Album on CD and paid around $40.00 as well.
The Locked In album is rarely seen (even on E-Bay) I am not sure if it went on to CD?
In an earlier reply to Kelly G, I mentioned that the TMG Fan Club has done a reissue of Some T shirts. While it is difficult to describe these without a photo, the Shirts are:
Struttin…..Black Shirt, Silver writing on the front only $28.00 (inc postage)
TED MULRY GANG
TMG
logo
Struttin’
Gimme Ted…Dark Blue Shirt printed front and back…$35.00 (inc postage)
T (red) E (white) D (blue) shirt front
Venue, Dates and Artists back of Shirt in white
Disturbing the ARIAs…..White Shirt printed front only….$28.00 (inc postage)
Disturbing the Arias (red print)
2012 (black print)
TMG (black print)
logo
All these shirts are in chest sizes S (90-95cm) M (95-100cm) L (100-105cm) XL (105-110cm) Also XXL, 2XL and upwards by order only.
Dinah….cream shirt printed front and back….size XXS (76cm) only…..$15.00
The Dinah shirts are childrens size but good for framing.
Available from:
TMG National Fan Club
P.O.Box 574
Belmont NSW 2280
E-mail: kim_ron@optusnet.com.au
That is great news to hear. I will definitely purchase a couple of t-shirts.
Thank you for all of your information and help – keeping this die hard TMG fan very happy.
Ron,
T-shirts are great! Thank you for posting them. To let you know that your email above rejects emails. I tried replying to say thank you, but it was returned by your Optus server. This has happened a few times now. You may wish to check if other people are trying to order t-shirts?
Keep up the great work on behalf of TMG and the fans.
It seems TMG have been noted as one of the best gigs ever! See write up from Cowboy Col (from Rockbrat blog) Read below 🙂 There is a link to listen to TMG singing live at Selina’s in 1990.
http://rockbrat.wordpress.com/
Best Gigs The Rockbrat’s Seen ? TMG – Selinas, Sydney, 7 April, 1990
Posted: January 17, 2013 by Cowboy Col in Best Gigs The Rockbrat’s Seen ?
Tags: 1990, Bjorn Again, Gary Dixon, Get Flared, Herm Kovac, John Paul Young, Les Hall, Ted Mulry, Ted Mulry Gang, TMG, TMG Selinas, William Shakespeare
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In 1990 (in Sydney at least), there was a revival of sorts, of some of Australia’s seventies bands, including JPY, TMG, William Shakespeare etc. Looking back, I think this in part was due to a couple of things. One was the prevalence of cover bands like Bjorn Again and the start of the whole Abba revival, and second, was due in part to Sydney DJ Maynard F# Crabbes, a radio presenter on JJJ. Maynard’s shtick was being into things that were decidedly uncool, or ‘daggy’, to coin the apt phrase. Dressed like an archetypal nerd, he even called himself the ‘King Of Dag’. Anything daggy was cool right? So of course, some Aussie rock bands of the 70’s fell neatly under his dag radar, more so due to their fashion sense than anything else no doubt. So Maynard built up quite a profile for himself, and used to DJ and host dance parties etc. One such event he MC’d was a night at Sydney’s Coogee Bay Hotel (one of my least favourite venues) called ‘Get Flared”. (Didn’t Hush have a jingle tune of this name, for Colonial Jeans in the early 70’s? Hang on, where my Skylab helmet? Some of my ants have escaped.) Being a devotee of Aussie rock and Ted fans, Mr. Rockbrat and I went along show some respect, the sole reason to see TMG. Armed with my trusty tape recorder, I bootlegged TMG’s 30 minute set, which included a great version of ‘Naturally’ and a surprising version of Fogerty’s ‘Rockin’ All Over The World’. Was Gary Dixon there ? Did he play in any of these reunion shows ? Most of the other acts were fairly lacklustre, although JPY was pretty good from memory. JPY’s big revival would come two years later due to “Love Is in the Air”, being the theme song for the film Strictly Ballroom, and the massive amount of exposure generated as a result. He got a second throw of the dice. It was only a few short years before this that he was singing theme songs to Australia’s Wonderland theme park. (Have you still got that Rockbrat?) I recall seeing him one forgetful occasion in 1988 at North Sydney’s late night meat market pick up den, Sheila’s, with several single, leathery old bags on the prowl for drunken romance. Anyway, I digress. The other acts ? I can’t really recall. I think that Bjorn Again headlined the event. I’m pretty sure that poor old William Shakespeare, may he rest in peace, was happy just to be up there singing his two god awful hits, and thankfully he didn’t disgrace himself by dressing up like a purple sequined lizard-like Liberace as he did in the early 70s. I also recall seeing an old TMG fan in the crowd wearing a satin TMG concert jacket, chatting with Herm Kovac. The other clear memory I have of the Get Flared night was seeing a very awkward looking Bumble Bee donning a full length, blond wig. FMD – sexual orientation issues anyone? With those cherubic cheeks, and looking very much like a pint sized Agnetha in drag, I’d prefer to recollect the only highlight of the night, TMG’s rockin’ 30 minutes set. Attached is an audio clip of the TMG, performing ‘Naturally’, live at Selinas, on the 7th of April, 1990. Never been heard anywhere. From the Rockbrat archives. Enjoy! Listen here
After receiving a message from Kelly, we decided to wrote a post on the TMG/ARIA issue….enjoy the read – we welcome your comments…..Mr Rockbrat
http://rockbrat.wordpress.com/2013/01/26/rockbrat-wonders-why-t-m-g-are-not-in-the-aria-hall-of-fame/
For Ron Clayton or anyone else who may know –
What can you tell me about a TMG vinyl record released in West Germany in 1986 please?
It’s called ‘TMG – Ted Mulry Gang LP’. Was released on Instant Records. West Germany, 1986. Catalogue number inlp 4001283. White vinyl. I’ve not seen another copy of this so it’s (as far as I know) scarce.
I havn’t been able to find any information on the Internet.
Thank you 🙂
Hi Kelly,
Several answers here.
Firstly the problem with my e-mail has been rectified (thanks to my tech savvy 19 year old daughter).
You may be interested to know that the old TMG Fan in the satin jacket talking to Herman, was me (excerpt from above write up, re Selinas) it was in fact my Tour Managers Jacket from the Steppin’ Out Across Australia Tour, and it still fits me! It was filmed by MTV and the Jacket was used as the opening for the interview with the Band.
In reference to your question regarding the Album. It was a compilation Album of songs from Struttin’ and Steppin’ Out, (without most of the singles), neither of these LPs were released previously overseas. The Album was only on White Vinyl and only available in Germany. The catalogue number you have listed is not correct, at the end of the number there is no 3 instead it has a J.
The Track listing for this LP is as follows.
Side 1:
1 Lies
2 Steppin’ Out
3 I’m A Fool For You
4 I’m Comin’ Home
5 Lady
6 Help Me Out
Side 2:
1 Give Me Your Lovin’
2 She’s A Killer
3 Giving Up On Your Love
4 I’m Free
5 Make Me Wanna Cry
6 Goodbye
It is maybe scarce here in Australia, but so is the Locked In Album as it only sold a few hundred copies.
Regards Ron
I have this album. Cowboy Col offered to me and of course…. I said yes. It looks really good in white vinyl too! I will treasure that rare one for sure 🙂
The Locked In Album recently was up for auction on E-Bay and I missed out on it sadly. It went for a very good price!
Re the Satin Jacket comment… Cowboy Col was at the Selina’s gig (co writer from the Rockbrat.com website) Cowboy Col took along his trusy cassette recorder and recorded TMG’s set. He wrote a blog recently saying that it was the best live gig he had seen. He posted a link for fans to listen to TMG playing ‘Naturally’ It would be great to see the MTV archive of the show.
That’s great that your satin jacket still fits you! What a treasure to have 🙂
Will any of the TMG remaining members be performing at the ‘Rock for Doc’ Benefit Concert in April?
ARIA Update – I recently wrote to WSFM Radio and asked if Jonsey and Amanda would get on the band wagon for TMG and their continued ignorance to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
This was the reply from their press assistant. I will continue to seek other avenues. Please Read:
From: Mindy Thomas [mailto:MindyThomas@arn.com.au]
Sent: Friday, 22 February 2013 6:04 AM
To: Kelly & Neil
Subject: RE: Rockbrat Wonders
Hi Kelly,
We made this a goolie this week! It’s a good point! Hopefully they’ll get recognised soon!!!
Thanks for emailing us!
Min
Mindy Thomas
Producer
101.7 WSFM – Good Times and Great Classic Hits
e: MindyThomas@arn.com.au
3 Byfield Street, North Ryde, NSW 2113
Sent: Saturday, 16 February 2013 7:47 PM
To: JAM
Subject: Rockbrat Wonders
Hello Jonsey and Amanda,
How do you feel about getting on board with us TMG fans? TMG should be in the ARIA Hall of Fame. Please read a very convincing article by Rockbrat. Any person who grew up as a teenager in the 70’s would agree.
Please read:
Rockbrat Wonders: Why T.M.G are not in the ARIA Hall Of Fame ?
Posted: January 26, 2013 by rockbrat in Rockbrat Wonders:
Tags: ARIAs, Ted Mulry, TMG
Hi,
Just a little note to all those who appreciate the music of TMG, on April 19th. 2013 a new CD will be released by Albert Productions, titled “the Essential Ted Mulry/TMG”. It may be necessary to pre order this as many music stores may not put it in their stock.
The CD is now up on e-bay – it seems that some record/CD stores have placed their orders already.
I did the following interview with Herm Kovac recently, discussing the release of the aforementioned CD. I am also including a link to my previous tribute to Ted on the 9th anniversary of his passing. I have been a close personal friend of the band members and Ronnie for a very long time and a long time loyal fan, having been to most of the gigs they did in Sydney and surrounding areas from the mid 70s through til the late 80s… and have supported them all for many years as I’m sure my very dear friend Ron would attest and I am sure he would want me to share the following articles here now – thanks for your support.
http://rockclub40.ning.com/notes/Interview%3A_HERM_KOVAC
http://rockclub40.ning.com/notes/A_TRIBUTE_TO_TED_MULRY
I should also mention that I had some input from Ronald for the interview with Herm. Thank you Ron for your help and proofreading.. 😉
Hope you enjoyed the articles Kelly – I have a lot more stories to share that I am sure you will find quite interesting. Stay tuned. 🙂
For some girls who seems so well connected its a shame you cant even spell the poor guys name. – His name is Herman Kovacs – Sharon. I saw TMG for the first time Claireedwardes@gmail.com Western Australia where I grew up. I now live on the Gold Coast and used to see Herm play and thought he was a good drummer. I play drums here on the Gold Coast for a local gig with a couple of Cabernet singers. Bit dagy but it pays my bills. Ron is he still alive. You seem to know something about them I haven’t got any albums or anything but every time I hear jump in my car I jump up and dance. My gf thinks I’m mental. Do TMG do concerts any more
Thanks Glenn – put my gf address as I don’t have the Internet
Can anyone tell me where the Jamaica Rum filmclip was shot?
It was filmed at Palm Beach (Northern Beaches of Sydney) The same place where they film beach scenes for Home and Away.
Have you all checked out the clip on YouTube re The Campaign for TMG to be admitted into the ARIA Hall of Fame? If not, click on the link and enjoy the memories. It is a strong message that the band are Australian Rock Legends and should be recognised as such. It should have happened a long time ago! Some of you may need to reach for the box of tissues.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dzny8petQDk
In about 1973, I saw the 3 piece TMG regularly play Windsor Cinema Hall. They really rocked and sounded a lot like Status Quo. I was only 15 and had to get from Richmond to see them whenever they appeared. The crowds loved them and I was happy when Jump in my Car broke for them . When radio got behind the single, it was played every 30 mins on 2SM or 2UW. I love the work everyone does on this site. May TMG rock on forever
We want to thank Mark and Admins fo rall of the hard work that do regarding this website,
It really keeps the TMG alive 🙂
Also wishing Les Hall a happy birthday for the 17th August..
Thanks so much for your kind words. 🙂
Happy Birthday to Les Hall- 17th August.
Saw TMG in Darwin at the Vic Hotel back in 89 ( I think, it was a long time ago ).
Ted and the gang were fantastic.Had been a fan since 1975 and have every album
except Disturbing The Peace,lent it to a mate,never got it back.Can you buy it still?
Great memories,great band. R I P Ted
The Disturbing the Peace album comes up in E Bay from time to time. As far as I know there was a release in Australia and another in the US? I’ve seen another album with a different cover from that of the Australian album. I don’t thin the album is available on CD. Like all of TMG albums, very few are on CD. don’t forget to view the clip on YouTube and support the Hall of Fame campaign.
Thanks Kelly, managed to buy online from the USA. Have both copy’s ( the kids & the Suburbs
here’s a couple of links you might like.
First is the radio show we did this week promoting the Aria HOF Campaign.
http://d1iujfyugbouvc.cloudfront.net/Ted-Mulry-TMG-Tribute.mp3
and secondly the new petition link, I notice the old one that is closed is still here…
please use…
https://www.change.org/en-AU/petitions/tmg-aria-hall-of-fame-committee-recognition-for-the-ted-mulry-gang-in-the-aria-hall-of-fame
Cheers Anne xx
Some great footage of the ‘Get Flared’ gig from 7 April, 1990 in Sydney – nice i/v with Ted
http://www./youtube.com/watch?v=IRuYp043CJ4
The link does not work?
Try this link Sharyn http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRuYp043CJ4
grew up in Toongabbie and was absolutely love struck with Gary Dixon’s brother, Johnny as my dad played golf with his mum hence I follwed Ted Mulry……memories
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Just read that the band would be re-uniting in December 2016 at Belmont 16 footers.
Great memories for me , I bought “Struttin” and took up the drums in 74. yeah im still playin …Sad about Ted ( R.I.P.) cant wait to hear the old classics…rock on T.M.G.
Love to have a chat with Herm..
It will be a sell out boys
Cheers.
Ron could you please tell me if any of the tmg range of t shirts are still available and what sizes and styles of shirts are available thanks
Hi Janelle,
The TMG T-shirts currently available are retro:
Struttin’ – black shirt with silvery grey print front only. Sizes s, m, l, xl, xxl
The TMG Album cover Logo print front only.
Sizes s, m, l, xl, xxl.
Gimme Ted this shirt is a left over from the Gimme Ted Benefit Concert printed front & back. Sizes limited only available until all sold.
As of November for the commencement of the new tour there is a new T-shirt ‘This One’s For Ted’ printed front only. Sizes as above.
Any size outside theose mentioned can be ordered. All these shirts are available at the merchandise desk at all the upcoming live shows or can be ordered direct through me on my Email address.
Hi all ….
This has been bugging me for years and I just CANNOT find the answer …….
The clip for Jump In My Car and the lads are playing the gig on the Harbour …
What date was that ?? and other bands that playe on the day ?
Was it a 2SM Gig ….
Thanks on advance for youranswers 🙂 🙂
I Loved the Ted Mulry band bring back the 70 great time for music in Australia
The satin pants worn by Les hall were auctioned of in 1978/9 in the fan club. I was a member and i bid on them and won.Ronnie the roadie clayton was the guy in charge and he said they were actually Teds pants. I saw TMG four or five times in the seventies and a few times in the eighties. They were the first band i saw at the Armidale town hall with Rabbit.
I still own them today and i can still fit into them as of today. I wore them to Armidale High school in 1979 in a talent competition. I was dressed up as Alice cooper and i wore a pink singlet and the pink satin pants. I mimed a song called the black widow and threw rubber spiders out to the audience.I didn’t win but people remembered my performance even a few years ago when i bumped into a fellow classmate. Thefly of these pants kept coming down when iwas wearing them they are hand made and have a small cigarette burn on the bottom of the leg. they have massive flared bottoms and are pink satin.Those were the days
I worked at the Riverside Hotel (aka the Desert Inn) in Alice Springs in the mid to late 70’s when TMG played a gig. We all went to a party after the gig and I ended up in a ward at the Alice Springs hospital in a bed next to the drummer for TMG. We recognised each other from the party and agreed that it was a monumental event. He was a keen euchre player and I won heaps of games as he was on a heart monitor which helped me make decisions during the game that gave me a real edge. I confessed after beating him for 2 days and gave him heaps of 5 cent pieces back and we had a good laugh. I do not recall his name, but Herman does not ring a bell. Would appreciate any info on who the drummer might have been.
Funny what one comes across on the web! I met Ted around 1999 give or take not long before he announced his illness and as I recall moved back home with his family. At the time I was working nights and weekends in the BP (now Metro) Servo in Castle Cove, a bit north of Nth Sydney CBD. Ted lived in the house next door and used to come in for convenience type stuff. Ted had 2 cars, a basic Commodore day-to-day and a beautiful 1960s, maybe early ’70s, Merc 2 door from memory. Ted was always a gentleman and friendly and engaging, and I feel privileged to have known him for a short time 🙂 charlie
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Had the privilege to be a member of the opening support band back in the mid 70’s when they played at Casula High School. We were a bunch of teenagers and were in awe of these professionals who showed us a great deal of respect, kindness and helpfulness. All four band members were very easy to talk to and very supportive.
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Hi, I have an original genuine Authentic Autograph from Ted MULRY .
I obtained it when I attended
Countdown in 1979.
If anyone is Interested please make an offer
I have autographs of all members of Sherbet and TMG as my sister & I attended all the tapings of Countdown when they were on in Sydney channel 2 studios. Great memories.
Would never part with them or even consider attempting to make a few dollars because the beautiful Ted is no longer with us but good luck.
I also attended both nights of Gimme Ted at Fox Studios & again got many autographs of which I would never part with. Not even if I was homeless. Still love both bands & love watching Classic Countdown. Ah the memories come flooding back xx
They played at warragul in the 70s or early 80s was great, my deceased brother was with me, and we were all stepping out yeahhhh,