Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,A fellow fan (& friend)
Date: 09 Sep 19 - 06:33 PM

Mick (aka Shag) Connor died after a short illness in 1987

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Jood
Date: 30 Oct 12 - 10:38 AM

What a lovely band to work with. We supplied PA and lights on an US Airbase somewhere in the East Midlands-I thought late 80's early 90's, obviously earlier than that if he passed in 87. It was an odd experience- the other act was someone like the Drifters or Edwin Starr, but the best fun was had with Shag Connor and the Carrot Crunchers and it was a first - having to provide a mic for a cockerel on stage! I guess it says it all when you can't recall the name of the other act! Very sad to hear of his passing. Will make an effort to catch the latest show.

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Graeme Rothwell
Date: 29 Oct 12 - 07:25 PM

I had the great pleasure of booking 'Shag Connor and the Carrot Crunchers' to appear at a formal function in the Sgts Mess on Blandford Camp about 1978 or 79. They were a superb act bringing humour and great music to lighten up the formal occasion. Thoroughly enjoyed by all who were there. I have a photograph of Mick and other members of the band with me in the bar prior to the performance. I'm happy to share it with anyone interested.

Graeme
Salisbury

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Mick's Grandaughter
Date: 23 Oct 12 - 10:09 AM

'SHAG' died in 1987 in September after suffering a short battle with Cancer. I am the daughter of his son, Terry who played with the band for a while as 'Plonker'. I am continuing my grandfathers legacy as a singer songwriter and i feel he is with me every day and still writing through me. If you would like to check out any of my music see www.facebook.com/lauramusic29 or www.soundcloud.com/LauraConnor for more information, Thank you to you all for keeping his legacy alive. It is fabulous that still 25 years after his sad passing that he is still with you all in your thoughts.

Much love,
Laura Connor

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Gazza from Oz
Date: 02 Aug 11 - 05:17 PM

Thanks Roadie. I used to play my old 45 of "The Cotswolds" to my kids & last weekend I played my newly-acquired copy to my grandsons. It's a nice tribute to Shag's legacy that decades after he recorded the song it is being enjoyed by three generations on the other side of the world.

Thanks once again for responding to my thread,

Gazza from Oz

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Patsy
Date: 29 Jul 11 - 04:35 AM

It is good to read about Shag Connor at last, I often scan through the music section to see if he is ever mentioned. I knew Shag Connor's brother he and his wife were friends with my mother-in-law. Will the Crunchers be playing in Bristol anytime soon?

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 28 Jul 11 - 10:37 AM

Hi Gazza there were at least 3 different versions of The Cotswolds released over the years, all with slightly different arrangements. The one released in Oz was I believe on Play records. A few videos on You Tube and a Face book page as well. Not updated much as don't get the time.
Regards,

The Roadie

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Gazza from Oz
Date: 06 Jul 11 - 12:44 AM

Hi all. I first heard "The Cotswolds" on a jukebox in a pub in Tasmania in the early 1980s & it blew me away. When I returned home to Canberra, I asked one of the local record stores to get a copy of the single for me, which they did. I almost wore it out & copied it to a cassette tape. Sadly, the 45 went missing many years ago & the tape is now badly distorted. I've been after a good copy of the song for years & my sister recently purchased a 45rpm single from the US for me & also arranged for an mp3 version to be taken from it. It's great, & it's clearly the late great Shag Connors, but it is a slightly different version from the version on the old 45 that I had. I listened to the tape & on my old version there is a harmonica at the beginning & Shag yodels before any of the lyrics commence. Can anyone shed any light on the origins of the two different versions?

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,BadMoon15
Date: 01 Mar 11 - 10:53 AM

I played bass on "Watch it" and the "b" side. The line up was me on bass, Mark Brzizcki (big country) on drums, Jim Covington guitars, and Mike Hugg (Manfred Mann) on keyboards. Recorded at Hallmark Studios, London

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST
Date: 27 Jan 11 - 11:12 AM

i dont know but i have a signed lp by him and all the band if any body is interested 07764474732

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 09 Aug 10 - 04:38 AM

Hi folks it's that time of year again! My big family fun day is on Aug 29th in Stogursey, and again this year some of the original carrot crunchers are playing / attending.
Keith Harris, Adrain Garland, Richard Smith, Pete Cooke. Come along for a great day out and see the lads in the evening.
All the best.
Keep on crunching!

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 04:24 AM

Will send you a mail Keith.

Regards,

Allen

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: 6SEN
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 06:55 PM

Hi Allen, My email address is [e-mail].
Look forward to hearing from you.
Regards
Keith

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 07:09 AM

To Keith from capital community radio, give me you e-mail address.

Regards,
Allen
Ex Band Roadie

Subject: Folklore: Mick (Shag) Connor
From: 6SEN
Date: 17 Feb 10 - 05:32 PM

I am wondering if some one could provide me with a short biography of Mick.
I played "The Cotswolds" on my breakfast radio programme in Perth recently and a listener rang in wanting to know about Mick.http://www.capitalcommunityradio.com/
What are some of the Songs he sang?
Are they readily available? I know it was very hard for me to obtain a 45 of The Cotswolds.
How old was when he passed away? Was it from sickness?
Thank you.
Keith

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 15 Oct 09 - 09:14 AM

I have put Cleanest little piigy in the market promo video on you tube. Search for Shag connors.
I will put some more on as ans when I get time.
Cheers

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 24 Sep 09 - 10:34 AM

Photo's of Its a Knockout and some of the Carrot crunchers now on my site
www.stogknockout.btik.com

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 02 Sep 09 - 06:41 AM

Hi,
We had a fantastic day last Sunday (30th Aug) at my charity fund raiser. Total raised was £6,250 ! The evening entertaiment was provided by Keith Scarecrow Harris Barry Plonker Hinchley and Pete Cook. Couple of clips on You Tube. We hope to have a full Carrot Cruncher show for next year watch this space or keep looking on www.stogknockout.btik.com

Keep on crunching!
Allen

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Alistair McIntosh
Date: 23 Aug 09 - 03:39 AM

Thanks Allen, for replying and your effort. Look forward to hearing from you

Have a good day

Alistair

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 17 Aug 09 - 08:52 AM

Hi Alistair,

Not sure where you would find the sheet music, think you may have to pick it up by ear. I will ask Barry (Ex cruncher) who is at my funday in a couple of weeks as he still plays / sings it. Also Terry Connor (Mick's son) is coming and he has the rites to all Mick's songs so you might be lucky. Will let you know.
Cheers,
Allen (ex Roadie)

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Alistair McIntosh
Date: 06 Aug 09 - 04:39 AM

Sorry

Re above

my email is [e-mail]


Thanks

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST
Date: 06 Aug 09 - 04:35 AM

Hi,

I wonder if anyone knows where I can find the sheet music to 'The Cotswolds' or the guitar tabs. The song ranks as one of the top songs and I would love to play it at our parties. I have the EP put out by Logo records, produced by Pete Kerr, and my copy was produced by 7 Records here in Australia

Thankyou

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 07 Jul 09 - 08:45 AM

Carrot Cruncher re union at my Fun Day in August see www.stogknockout.btik.com
Playing on stage in the evening will Be Barry (Plonker) Hinchley, Keith (Original Scarecrow) Harris, also attending will be Richard (Cowcake) Smith and Adrian (Silage) Garland. Get in touch via my site if you want more details.
Keep on crunching!

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Adrian Garland ( Drummer) Si lage !
Date: 18 May 09 - 02:49 PM

Hi Crunchers Found the web site tonight, really pleased its brought
back happy memories of Mick and playing in the band, recording
country capers, country style and best in the west. It would be nice to hear from anyone who remembers the band. email: [e-mail]

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: somersetmade
Date: 23 Feb 09 - 05:28 PM

Hi folks,

I now run the Scrumpy & Western website, with the page on Shag Connors refered to in this thread - and I would be more than happy to receive any relevent info about the man and the band for the website (and for posterity).

And to Orac and his Folk Club who rated Shag's music as 'so awful' - shame on you! A highly talented performer and songwriter - and sadly missed!

Frank
www.scrumpyandwestern.co.uk

Ps If I'm not otherwise occupied with my band, I'll be along to the Portcullis in April!

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Portcullis
Date: 23 Feb 09 - 08:30 AM

Hi, Mart Connors and the Carrot Crunchers are appearing in my pub on Sat. April 4th 09. Tickets available.
The Portcullis, High Street, Staple Hill, Bristol.UK.
Kevin.
Landlord

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 26 Nov 08 - 09:23 AM

Hi The Grandson, sorry I have forgotten your name! Your Dad knows me he was my best man!
Your Grandad was one of the best, he wrote some lovely songs and is very much missed by all who knew him. You will see from my earlier posts had 3 of the original" Carrot Crunchers at my charity fundraiser in August. Tried to get hold of Dad as it would have been nice if he could have made it as well. Planning another reunion next year so tell Dad to get in touch! Hope you and Dad are well.

Keep on crunching!

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,THE GRANDSON
Date: 12 Nov 08 - 03:08 PM

MY SISTER TOLD ME ABOUT THE SITE THOUGHT I WOULD INVESTIGATE IT ,SO NICE TO SEE SO MANY PEOPLE TALKING ABOUT MY GRANDAD AFTER SUCH A LONG TIME I TOO MISS HIM VERY MUCH HE WAS A GREAT MAN AND A GOOD ARTIST TOO HAS TAKEN ME A LONG TIME TO BE ABLE TO LISTEN TOO HIS MUSIC AS UPSETS OBVIOUSLY AS I WAS QUITE YOUNG WHEN HE DIED I AM WORKING WITH MY FATHER NOW (MICKS SON TERRY) WHO ALSO USED TO PLAY WITH THE GROUP NICE TO SEE HE IS BEING REMEMBERED AS WELL AS HE DESERVES!

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 28 Aug 08 - 07:07 AM

Well what a night ! Keith, Barry and Richard done a great show at my fund raiser and in total we raised £5,700,026! Thanks

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 31 Jul 08 - 04:22 AM

Hi Keith,
As I said let me know if you cannot get The Cotswolds and I will have a rummage in my loft for you!!
Regards

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,keith from Melville Western Australia
Date: 30 Jul 08 - 08:04 PM

Thanks Alan. I can't believe how good this forum is. My radio station site is:-http://www.capitalcommunityradio.com/.
Regards [e-mail].

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST
Date: 30 Jul 08 - 05:54 AM

No problem Keith if you cannot find a copy e-mail me at [e-mail]
Regards

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Keith from Melville Western Australia
Date: 30 Jul 08 - 12:46 AM

Thanks I will check out Ebay if I have no luck .I will contact you. I would dearly love to get a copy of Mick singing the song. I would then be able to use it on my radio program

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 29 Jul 08 - 06:38 AM

Hi Keith,
This song was one of the best that Mick wrote, I think. It was released on an EP and a single on the Play label. It was also on Mick's last LP which was called the Cotswolds. Most of his recordings can be found on e-bay. Mick's last LP was released on his own label so it is not often on e-bay.
In may have a few spare copies of the single in my loft if you are stuck!
Regards

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Keith from Melville Western Australia
Date: 28 Jul 08 - 07:36 PM

Has anyone heard of the song "the Cotswolds" by Mick Connor?
I live in Australia and am trying to get hold of that song without success.

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 21 Jul 08 - 08:14 AM

Suggest you look at www.somersetmade.co.uk/scrumpyandwestern/shagconnors.php
This is the only info on the Web at the moment.
Regards The Roadie

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: Joe Offer
Date: 19 Jul 08 - 04:49 PM

This thread keeps getting refreshed, but it doesn't give much information for those of us who have never heard of Shag Connor. Can somebody tell us about his life and music?
-Joe-

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 04 Jul 08 - 10:36 AM

Hi Bill,

It varied a bit as he wasn't with Mick for long - but think he was another Silage!

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Bill the Collie
Date: 04 Jul 08 - 01:42 AM

What's Pete's nickname please?

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 20 Jun 08 - 12:44 PM

Now have another carrot cruncher at my fundraiser in August Pete Cook fiddle player

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 18 Jun 08 - 10:47 AM

Following on from my earlier post, I now have 3 of the orignal carrot crunchers at my charity day on 24th Aug. They are Barry "Plonker" Hinchley keyboards, Keith "Scarecrow" Harris Lead Guitar and Richard "Cowcake" Smith Bass any one interested in seeing the lads please e-mail me [e-mail] If any other ex carrot crunchers read this please get in touch

Subject: Mart Connor Contact Number
From: GUEST,Dawn
Date: 04 Jun 08 - 02:52 AM

Not sure how up to date this is, but found this on a website for him, although my mum does has Mick's son Terry's contact details but i'm sure he wouldn't want them pasted all over the internet!!!

Terry also used to be in the group - hope this helps

Connors.Mart Carrot Crunchers~01933 461622

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,Dawn
Date: 04 Jun 08 - 02:32 AM

My parents were friends with Martin Connor who was Mick's eldest son, they are still last I knew touring under the name Mart Connor and the Carrot Crunchers - we as kids used to go to their live shows, and they seriously were the funniest thing to see, I do recall they used to give out stickers that were in the shape of a carrot which we used to plaster our walls with at home - I seem to recall my mum probably still has their records up in the loft, will call her sometime and ask, but they were the best really

I can be contacted on [e-mail]

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,TREVOR CLAY.
Date: 05 May 08 - 10:31 AM

If any one would like to e-mail me to talk about there memories of shag connors and the carrot crunchers and adge cutler and the wurzels which i am looking for memorbilia of both groups my e-mail address is [e-mail]

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,TREVOR CLAY.
Date: 04 May 08 - 04:48 PM

I have been a fan of shag connors and the carrot crunchers for thirty four years,i saw them perform live four times he and the band were brilliant.very talented musicians and shag was a brilliant singer,yodeller and songwriter.i am great friends with the roadie who used to set up shags gear,i would like to contact the ex carrot crunchers to talk about ole shag who remembers the good memories they had with him.i will be seeing in june an ex carrot cruncher called dennis cremmin who played with shag for two years,i am also looking for memorbilia of shag connors and the carrot crunchers.
my e-mail address is [e-mail]

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 10 Apr 08 - 10:47 AM

Hi Jason, your message didn't appear? Hope you are well long time no see! In Spain in May so will catch up with Mum.
Regards, Allen

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,jason Mccarthy
Date: 09 Apr 08 - 08:36 AM

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 29 Mar 08 - 08:36 AM

Hi Ryan, no didn't get your mail please re send to [e-mail]
Thanks

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,ryan
Date: 28 Mar 08 - 04:55 PM

hope you got my mail "Roadie", and also i hope i was correct about my brother-in-law

Subject: RE: Obit: what happened to Shag Connor?
From: GUEST,The Roadie
Date: 28 Mar 08 - 06:34 AM

Well amazing! Wonder who will add to this next! I have replied personally to the last couple of questions.