treeduck Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 Phil Mogg has confirmed that next year's 50th-anniversary tour with UFO will be his last as the frontman of the long-running hard rock band. Consequently, it seems almost certain that at that point they will cease to exist. UFO were formed in London in 1968 and Mogg is their only ever-present member, performing on all of the group's 22 studio albums. "This decision has been a long time coming. I've considered stepping down at the end of UFO's previous two tours," Mogg explains. "I don't want to call this a farewell tour as I hate that word, but next year's gigs will represent my final tap-dancing appearances with the band. "2018 marks UFO's 50th anniversary, so the timing feels right," he continues. "There will be a final tour of the U.K. and we will also play some shows in selected other cities that the band has a strong connection with. But outside of the U.K. this won't be a long tour. "Being out on the road isn't always tremendously luxurious and although the playing is as great as it ever was, the stuff that surrounds it becomes very tiresome. I always told myself that when I reached that stage, I would step down, and that's what I'm going to do. This is the right time for me to quit." Mogg turned 70 back in April and although his voice remains strong, he admits that age played its part in his conclusion. "I'm a big reader of obituaries, and my finger always goes down to: 'I wonder how old they were…'," he chuckles. "The last few years have been tough — losing Lemmy was awful and I was sad that Jimmy Bain passed on a cruise ship. That distressed me quite a lot." While many veteran bands in such a position simply cease playing live and continue to record, UFO will no longer be releasing new music. "A Conspiracy Of Stars" in 2015 and last year's covers collection "The Salentino Cuts" are set to become a signing-off point, though Mogg insists that however unlikely the prospect might seem — the singer is a lone strand of consistency throughout a 50-year history — he would have no problem with UFO continuing with a replacement. The band's current lineup – completed by keyboard player/second guitarist Paul Raymond, guitarist Vinnie Moore, drummer Andy Parker and bassist Rob Le Luca — have, of course, been informed of Mogg's decision. "I've told the guys that this is how it is," he says. "They know it's my time to go and they know that they can do whatever they want to do without me but I don't want to play live or make records anymore, though having said that I might go on and do an album of my own. I'll have to see how I feel about that." Of course, UFO has either split up, retired or gone on hiatus several times before but Mogg is keen to make the distinction that next year's dates don't just mark the end of his touring commitments with UFO — for Phil, there will be no further concerts of any kind. "For me, this is the end of my stint with UFO," he clarifies. "This is a line in the sand. I'm suggesting we call the tour 'Last Orders', though I also like 'The Bar Is Closing'. I'm also tempted to name it 'The Drinks Are On Parker'," he chuckles, referring long-suffering sticksman Andy Parker. You'll have gathered that Mogg is not about to slash his wrists anytime soon. Of course, he is sad that the finishing line is now within slight but has had sufficient time to live with and process such a massive personal decision. "Maybe the best word to use is 'bittersweet'," he concludes. "But my time has arrived and all that remains is to make sure that we have a good tour." UFO's first confirmed live appearance of 2019 will take place in March at the Hard Rock Hell festival in North Wales. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rushman14 Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 time for the band to hang it up then 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianice Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 UFO is nothing without Phil, Good luck brother, thanks for the wonderful music. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babycat Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 Good luck, dude. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted May 28, 2018 Author Share Posted May 28, 2018 time for the band to hang it up thenYeah there'll be nothing left when Phil is gone. I doubt they continue. It would be different if they were selling out stadiums or even arenas, but obviously that's not the case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbine Freight Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 I'll go see UFO one last time if Phil's finally quitting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted May 28, 2018 Author Share Posted May 28, 2018 I'll go see UFO one last time if Phil's finally quitting.You and him might end up drinking at the same pub for 20 years after this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rushman14 Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 time for the band to hang it up thenYeah there'll be nothing left when Phil is gone. I doubt they continue. It would be different if they were selling out stadiums or even arenas, but obviously that's not the case. First time I saw UFO they were opening the first time I saw Rush in '77 :) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 Phil Mogg has confirmed that next year's 50th-anniversary tour with UFO will be his last as the frontman of the long-running hard rock band. Consequently, it seems almost certain that at that point they will cease to exist. UFO were formed in London in 1968 and Mogg is their only ever-present member, performing on all of the group's 22 studio albums. "This decision has been a long time coming. I've considered stepping down at the end of UFO's previous two tours," Mogg explains. "I don't want to call this a farewell tour as I hate that word, but next year's gigs will represent my final tap-dancing appearances with the band. "2018 marks UFO's 50th anniversary, so the timing feels right," he continues. "There will be a final tour of the U.K. and we will also play some shows in selected other cities that the band has a strong connection with. But outside of the U.K. this won't be a long tour. "Being out on the road isn't always tremendously luxurious and although the playing is as great as it ever was, the stuff that surrounds it becomes very tiresome. I always told myself that when I reached that stage, I would step down, and that's what I'm going to do. This is the right time for me to quit." Mogg turned 70 back in April and although his voice remains strong, he admits that age played its part in his conclusion. "I'm a big reader of obituaries, and my finger always goes down to: 'I wonder how old they were…'," he chuckles. "The last few years have been tough — losing Lemmy was awful and I was sad that Jimmy Bain passed on a cruise ship. That distressed me quite a lot." While many veteran bands in such a position simply cease playing live and continue to record, UFO will no longer be releasing new music. "A Conspiracy Of Stars" in 2015 and last year's covers collection "The Salentino Cuts" are set to become a signing-off point, though Mogg insists that however unlikely the prospect might seem — the singer is a lone strand of consistency throughout a 50-year history — he would have no problem with UFO continuing with a replacement. The band's current lineup – completed by keyboard player/second guitarist Paul Raymond, guitarist Vinnie Moore, drummer Andy Parker and bassist Rob Le Luca — have, of course, been informed of Mogg's decision. "I've told the guys that this is how it is," he says. "They know it's my time to go and they know that they can do whatever they want to do without me but I don't want to play live or make records anymore, though having said that I might go on and do an album of my own. I'll have to see how I feel about that." Of course, UFO has either split up, retired or gone on hiatus several times before but Mogg is keen to make the distinction that next year's dates don't just mark the end of his touring commitments with UFO — for Phil, there will be no further concerts of any kind. "For me, this is the end of my stint with UFO," he clarifies. "This is a line in the sand. I'm suggesting we call the tour 'Last Orders', though I also like 'The Bar Is Closing'. I'm also tempted to name it 'The Drinks Are On Parker'," he chuckles, referring long-suffering sticksman Andy Parker. You'll have gathered that Mogg is not about to slash his wrists anytime soon. Of course, he is sad that the finishing line is now within slight but has had sufficient time to live with and process such a massive personal decision. "Maybe the best word to use is 'bittersweet'," he concludes. "But my time has arrived and all that remains is to make sure that we have a good tour." UFO's first confirmed live appearance of 2019 will take place in March at the Hard Rock Hell festival in North Wales. This is great news!!! Although Phil should have retired 5 years ago this is very refreshing news. I saw UFO with SAXON last year. SAXON blew UFO off the stage. Phil was an embarrassment to the band. He seemed wasted or on drugs. Slurring his words and being completely out in left field. He forgot some of the set list. Watching Vinnie Moore try and play the "Rock Bottom" solo was also a joke. My buddies and I split. I'm an done with UFO. Happy retirement to one of the greatest bands in the land. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 I'll go see UFO one last time if Phil's finally quitting. Save your money buddy. Unless they bring Michael back. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted May 30, 2018 Share Posted May 30, 2018 The last masterpiece by UFO is easily "WALK ON WATER." Amazing record. The first Japanese press on cd from Zero Corporation came with a Schenker guitar pick. Killer. I have two. Of course! God I loved that record company. Zero Corporation ROCKED! Rock And Roll will never die, but it will be on life support for the next ten years. By then I will be 60. Time to pull the plug.................................................................................................................................................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted May 30, 2018 Author Share Posted May 30, 2018 The last masterpiece by UFO is easily "WALK ON WATER." Amazing record. The first Japanese press on cd from Zero Corporation came with a Schenker guitar pick. Killer. I have two. Of course! God I loved that record company. Zero Corporation ROCKED! Rock And Roll will never die, but it will be on life support for the next ten years. By then I will be 60. Time to pull the plug....................................................................................................................................................What will you be doing at 60 Earl?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 The last masterpiece by UFO is easily "WALK ON WATER." Amazing record. The first Japanese press on cd from Zero Corporation came with a Schenker guitar pick. Killer. I have two. Of course! God I loved that record company. Zero Corporation ROCKED! Rock And Roll will never die, but it will be on life support for the next ten years. By then I will be 60. Time to pull the plug....................................................................................................................................................What will you be doing at 60 Earl?? Hahaha!!! Oh Pat, that is one hell of a question. I will either still be working hard and making sure my daughters are happy. Who knows? Could be a grandpa by 60. Music will still be around but the music I grew up on and loved will be gone "FOREVER." to quote Y&T. Fuckk it. We all are born and die. Proud to be born in 1968. Proud to be a Prog guy. A Metal guy. Love my Hair Metal. Love all of it. So when it's all gone? I will be on the beach. Maui or in San Diego. Chasing beautiful women. Seeing baseball games. Drinking beer and listening to "Beautiful Girls" by Van Halen when I'm 60. "Ten" Years ain't nothing in real time. Yep! Another Y&T reference. FUKK IT PAT! LIVE LONG! LIVE HARD! "LONG LIVE ROCK AND ROLL!" LOVE RAINBOW 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 It's over Pat. Ten Years After wink wink Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted June 1, 2018 Author Share Posted June 1, 2018 The last masterpiece by UFO is easily "WALK ON WATER." Amazing record. The first Japanese press on cd from Zero Corporation came with a Schenker guitar pick. Killer. I have two. Of course! God I loved that record company. Zero Corporation ROCKED! Rock And Roll will never die, but it will be on life support for the next ten years. By then I will be 60. Time to pull the plug....................................................................................................................................................What will you be doing at 60 Earl?? Hahaha!!! Oh Pat, that is one hell of a question. I will either still be working hard and making sure my daughters are happy. Who knows? Could be a grandpa by 60. Music will still be around but the music I grew up on and loved will be gone "FOREVER." to quote Y&T. Fuckk it. We all are born and die. Proud to be born in 1968. Proud to be a Prog guy. A Metal guy. Love my Hair Metal. Love all of it. So when it's all gone? I will be on the beach. Maui or in San Diego. Chasing beautiful women. Seeing baseball games. Drinking beer and listening to "Beautiful Girls" by Van Halen when I'm 60. "Ten" Years ain't nothing in real time. Yep! Another Y&T reference. FUKK IT PAT! LIVE LONG! LIVE HARD! "LONG LIVE ROCK AND ROLL!" LOVE RAINBOWIt won't be gone Earl it'll be in your record collection! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted June 3, 2018 Share Posted June 3, 2018 The last masterpiece by UFO is easily "WALK ON WATER." Amazing record. The first Japanese press on cd from Zero Corporation came with a Schenker guitar pick. Killer. I have two. Of course! God I loved that record company. Zero Corporation ROCKED! Rock And Roll will never die, but it will be on life support for the next ten years. By then I will be 60. Time to pull the plug....................................................................................................................................................What will you be doing at 60 Earl?? Hahaha!!! Oh Pat, that is one hell of a question. I will either still be working hard and making sure my daughters are happy. Who knows? Could be a grandpa by 60. Music will still be around but the music I grew up on and loved will be gone "FOREVER." to quote Y&T. Fuckk it. We all are born and die. Proud to be born in 1968. Proud to be a Prog guy. A Metal guy. Love my Hair Metal. Love all of it. So when it's all gone? I will be on the beach. Maui or in San Diego. Chasing beautiful women. Seeing baseball games. Drinking beer and listening to "Beautiful Girls" by Van Halen when I'm 60. "Ten" Years ain't nothing in real time. Yep! Another Y&T reference. FUKK IT PAT! LIVE LONG! LIVE HARD! "LONG LIVE ROCK AND ROLL!" LOVE RAINBOWIt won't be gone Earl it'll be in your record collection! Yes, I will still have cds ten years from now. I will never get rid of my hard copies. Let the rest of the world trust and rust away with digital downloads filled with crap compression and shite. Wait until the entire grid crashes one year and everyone loses all of there shite downloads. Don't come over to my house. Enjoy your silent lucidity millennials. The world is slowly going to end. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted June 3, 2018 Author Share Posted June 3, 2018 The last masterpiece by UFO is easily "WALK ON WATER." Amazing record. The first Japanese press on cd from Zero Corporation came with a Schenker guitar pick. Killer. I have two. Of course! God I loved that record company. Zero Corporation ROCKED! Rock And Roll will never die, but it will be on life support for the next ten years. By then I will be 60. Time to pull the plug....................................................................................................................................................What will you be doing at 60 Earl?? Hahaha!!! Oh Pat, that is one hell of a question. I will either still be working hard and making sure my daughters are happy. Who knows? Could be a grandpa by 60. Music will still be around but the music I grew up on and loved will be gone "FOREVER." to quote Y&T. Fuckk it. We all are born and die. Proud to be born in 1968. Proud to be a Prog guy. A Metal guy. Love my Hair Metal. Love all of it. So when it's all gone? I will be on the beach. Maui or in San Diego. Chasing beautiful women. Seeing baseball games. Drinking beer and listening to "Beautiful Girls" by Van Halen when I'm 60. "Ten" Years ain't nothing in real time. Yep! Another Y&T reference. FUKK IT PAT! LIVE LONG! LIVE HARD! "LONG LIVE ROCK AND ROLL!" LOVE RAINBOWIt won't be gone Earl it'll be in your record collection! Yes, I will still have cds ten years from now. I will never get rid of my hard copies. Let the rest of the world trust and rust away with digital downloads filled with crap compression and shite. Wait until the entire grid crashes one year and everyone loses all of there shite downloads. Don't come over to my house. Enjoy your silent lucidity millennials. The world is slowly going to end.Aye! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted June 3, 2018 Share Posted June 3, 2018 The last masterpiece by UFO is easily "WALK ON WATER." Amazing record. The first Japanese press on cd from Zero Corporation came with a Schenker guitar pick. Killer. I have two. Of course! God I loved that record company. Zero Corporation ROCKED! Rock And Roll will never die, but it will be on life support for the next ten years. By then I will be 60. Time to pull the plug....................................................................................................................................................What will you be doing at 60 Earl?? Hahaha!!! Oh Pat, that is one hell of a question. I will either still be working hard and making sure my daughters are happy. Who knows? Could be a grandpa by 60. Music will still be around but the music I grew up on and loved will be gone "FOREVER." to quote Y&T. Fuckk it. We all are born and die. Proud to be born in 1968. Proud to be a Prog guy. A Metal guy. Love my Hair Metal. Love all of it. So when it's all gone? I will be on the beach. Maui or in San Diego. Chasing beautiful women. Seeing baseball games. Drinking beer and listening to "Beautiful Girls" by Van Halen when I'm 60. "Ten" Years ain't nothing in real time. Yep! Another Y&T reference. FUKK IT PAT! LIVE LONG! LIVE HARD! "LONG LIVE ROCK AND ROLL!" LOVE RAINBOWIt won't be gone Earl it'll be in your record collection! Yes, I will still have cds ten years from now. I will never get rid of my hard copies. Let the rest of the world trust and rust away with digital downloads filled with crap compression and shite. Wait until the entire grid crashes one year and everyone loses all of there shite downloads. Don't come over to my house. Enjoy your silent lucidity millennials. The world is slowly going to end.Aye! Aye! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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