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ALL
CLIFF'S ALBUMS ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON CD!
The following CDs are readily available in the shops:
| Singer/Songwriter - Plus | Re-release of Cliff's debut album |
| Home Thoughts | Cliff's classic (2nd) album |
| Gaye and Other Stories | Compilation album (Home Thoughts, Mantle Pieces, Escalator) |
| Julia and Other New Stories | Cliff's last-but-two album (Re-release 2002 - with 4 additional tracks) |
| Hidden Treasures | Cliff's last-but-one album |
| Bittersweet | Cliff's last album |
| The Ways of Love | Cliff's latest album |
| Clifford T. Ward - Anthology | A new (June 2002) compilation album (songs from the four albums above) |
| Both Of Us | Official re-release of the album (first time ever on CD!!!) (Available now!) |
| This Was Our Love | A new (November 2003) compilation album (See below for details) |
| No More Rock 'n' Roll | Official re-release of the album (first time ever on CD!!!) (Available now!) |
COPY CDs: All Cliff's other albums have been copied onto CD from near mint-condition vinyl records (the sound reproduction from these is very close to conventional CD quality!). In addition to these, two more CDs have been produced: one carries all Cliff's early recordings with 'The Cruisers' and 'The Secrets', it contains a total of 25 songs and is called 'Secrets'; and the other carries all his later singles (including the 'B' sides) (the recordings that are not on, or are a different version to those on the albums), it also includes a selection of unfinished songs from Cliff's 'Studio Sessions Tape'. This latter CD contains a total of 22 songs, and is called 'Sidetracks' . The actual contents of these latter two CDs are given in the two tables below.
The 'COPY CDs' (along with 'Singer/Songwriter', 'Home Thoughts', and 'Messengers' {see lower down page}) are available from the Fan Club - 'friends of Clifford T Ward'. These all have professional-looking inserts and CD labels.
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'MESSENGERS':
This is a double CD of over 40 covers (Cliff's songs sung by other artists)
of CTW songs. Each CD has over 70 mins playing time. Some of the source
material is very rare indeed, one single even being loaned from Australia.
'MUSICALLY SPEAKING': This is an hour long interview which Cliff gave
in the 80s on radio, together with his own choice of music which is quite
remarkable. A kind of Desert Island Discs. The original copy was made available
by Carol Quaile. Also on the CD is Carol's phone interview with Cliff in
another radio programme also with Nick St. George.
N.B: As of March 2003 this CD is being supplied, along with 'We
Could Be Talking' (see below), as a DOUBLE CD by the fan club. 
'WE COULD BE TALKING' - CTW INTERVIEWS - CD:
Compiled by the former editor of 'Waves', Clive Winstanley, this CD contains highlights of Clifford T Ward's radio and television interviews since 1972. Excerpts from his songs provide the backing to his spoken words. The interviews have been edited to talk you through his musical life from the early days with the Secrets to attempting to come to terms with MS in the 90s. Below is a copy of the CD 'insert' notes:
| We Could Be Talking is an interview CD which tells the story
of Clifford T. Ward's life and music using highlights from radio and television
interviews given during an eventful career as a solo artist. We Could
Be Talking will add to your appreciation of Clifford T. Ward's music
and of course the man himself.
What does he remember about touring in the early 1960s? Who were his influences? Why Clifford T. Ward? There's Clifford T. on religion; Clifford T. on education; Clifford T. on cover versions of his songs; Clifford T. on poetry. Songwriting methods are explored and Clifford speaks candidly about MS. Justin Hayward explains his love of Clifford's music and Jimmy Savile introduces 'Scullery' live on Top of The Pops in January 1974. Hear in full the jingles Clifford recorded for Radio Trent in 1985 and the Irish radio interview when 'Marron's Glance' was premiered and so much more. The narrative originates from sources spanning three decades and the sound quality varies accordingly but this should not spoil your enjoyment and may even add a touch of authenticity! Promotional films, television appearances in the UK and Ireland, Capital Radio BRMB, Radio Merseyside, Radio Leeds, Radio 2 (Michael Aspel, no less) and RTE have all made the compilation of this CD possible. Thanks also to all the fans who sent in tapes. Very little archive material survives in the official vaults and the CD has been mastered from the best quality materials available. So wind up the clock, turn the TV set off and listen to what the man said. He could be talking to you . . . |
N.B: As of March 2003 this CD is being supplied, along with 'Musically
Speaking' (see above), as a DOUBLE CD by the fan club.
'THE
VIDEO - CLIFFORD T. WARD' (NOW AVAILABLE ON DVD!):
This is an extended and much improved version of the earlier video that
has been available over the last few years. It runs for a full 3 hours,
and includes a mixture of live T/V performances by Cliff; T/V interviews
(at various stages in his career); some archive footage of Cliff with his
young family; and a range of scenes from several CTW Conventions (home-made
video), including many of Cliff's songs performed by James Davey - with
some comments by Cliff. Below is the official listing of the video contents:
(N.B: A number of 'stills' taken from this video can be viewed on the
'Photo Album - Clifford T In Action' page.)
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THE VIDEO - CLIFFORD T. WARD
RUNNING TIME - FULL 3 HOURS |
N.B: Please check with the CTW Fan Club, via their web site,
for current price of this item.
SHEET MUSIC - For Home Thoughts and Mantle Pieces Songs:
Photocopied sheet music (music, chords and lyrics) for all the songs on the Home Thoughts and Mantle Pieces albums; either as a complete set (as the original 'CTW Songbook'), or individual songs.
N.B: Please check with the CTW Fan Club, via their web site, for
current availability, and price, of these items.
'LOVE
IN THE SONG' - BY JAMES DAVEY - CD:
James Davey has been a close friend of Cliff's for many years, his singing voice is similar to Cliff's and he has spent much time working with his music. Following James' 'Evening' tape (no longer available) is this CD 'Love In The Song', which contains more of Cliff's songs sung by James. The cost is £12.50 (inc. p&p UK). Below are the 'insert' notes accompanying the CD, and the track listing:
| Over the last few years I have really enjoyed performing Cliff's songs.
I have always felt very confident, not in my own ability, but in singing
such well crafted and meaningful songs. This CD is a collection of what
we thought were our best performances from the first gig at the Horn and
Trumpet in Worcester through to Dave Johnson's studio in Loughborough.
It has not always been easy to perform Cliff's songs in front of his loyal
fans and Cliff himself hanging on every word and note but I felt it was
the least I could do for someone who is a dear friend and who's music still
touches me deeper than anyone else's. Cliff's music is as fresh today as it was when he first wrote it and it has given me a great deal of pleasure. I hope you enjoy listening to this collection of songs as much as we did performing them. Best wishes, James. |
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Currently, the CD can be obtained directly from James. Please phone
James first to confirm availability. He can be contacted at work (Mon -
Sat 10 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.) on (01952) 463495. Or at home on (01902)
743669. Or you can e-mail him at: jimbomusic@lineone.net
'WHO
CARES?' - BY JAMES DAVEY (more CTW songs sung by James) - NEW CD
- JANUARY 2000:
From the man who captivates the audiences at the Clifford T Ward conventions with his polished renditions of Cliff's songs, this album is presented in the same style as those 'live' performances - a pure acoustic sound, without the clutter of background instruments. It contains a collection of some of Cliff's finest songs, and each one beautifully performed. The production of this album has had both Cliff and Pat's full support.
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As the previous CD, this can be obtained directly from James. Please
phone James first to confirm availability. He can be contacted at work
(Mon - Sat 10 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.) on (01952) 463495. Or at home on
(01902) 743669. Or you can e-mail him at: jimbomusic@lineone.net
SELECTION
OF CTW PHOTOGRAPHS:
There are now available a selection of photographs, and these can be obtained in either 'small' size (typically 5" x 4") which are 50p. each, or large size (typically 10.5" x 8") which are £1.50 each. P&P is 50p per order. View the thumbnails to make your selection.
Added in August '99 is a selection of over 50 photographs of Cliff in action (re-produced from the CTW Video) - all have been approved by Cliff. In addition to these is a limited set of 4 posters of Cliff at various stages of his career: these are priced at £8 per set (+ P&P). One special set of these posters, framed and signed by Cliff, were auctioned at the October ('99) convention, and these fetched £320!
Any of the above photographs can be put onto T-shirts if you wish.
N.B: Please check with the CTW Fan Club, via their web site, for
current availability, and price, of these items.
FRAMED
PASTEL DRAWING PORTRAIT OF CLIFF - Limited number available!
 This
beautiful pastel drawing was presented to Cliff at one of the CTW conventions
of a few years ago, by the artist, Lynne Castell from Weston-Super-Mare.
Lynne agreed that 50 copies could be taken to sell for the benefit of Cliff
& Pat. There are a limited number of framed prints still available
(frame size: approx. 12.5" x 9"), each with a numbered certificate,
at £25.00 inc. p&p.
N.B: Please check with the CTW Fan Club, via their web site,
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CTW MEMORIAL CONCERT CD - "FOR CLIFF, AND HIS FRIENDS'
This is a live recording made at the memorial concert which took place in Kidderminster in February 2002, and includes many of Cliff's songs performed by both James Davey, and the band 'School of Thought'. The atmosphere of the day is well and truly captured. It has been regarded by some as the best release of Clifford T. Ward songs this year.
The CD is only available from the CTW fan club - please contact them,
via their web site, for details.
PASSION
- CTW'S LAST WRITTEN SONGS - CD NOW AVAILABLE
This CD collection of CTW songs includes some of the last that he wrote - several of which he and James Davey were working on right up to the last few days, and they are all superbly performed here by James Davey.
| 1 | Passion |
| 2 | Signs |
| 3 | Let's Be Fools Again |
| 4 | Give Up This Younger Man |
| 5 | Waiting For The Garda |
| 6 | So Bright |
| 7 | Don't Cry Elaine |
| 8 | I'd Like To Take You Out Tonight |
| 9 | This Was Our Love |
| 10 | Evening (Revisited) |
The CD is only available from the CTW fan club - please contact them,
via their web site, for details.
WORK IN PROGRESS (RELEASED - MARCH 2003)
N.B: This CD is only available to fan club members until October 2003! Fan club members will also receive with the CD a rare, small, photograph of Cliff performing live.
Here is the track listing (all songs are different recordings from the original releases):
| 1 | Reckless |
| 2 | Losin' After All |
| 3 | Sal |
| 4 | You're No Angel |
| 5 | Someone I Know |
| 6 | Detriment |
| 7 | Laugh It Off |
| 8 | Somebody Stole My Woman |
| 9 | If I Had Known |
| 10 | Takin' The Long Way Round |
| 11 | Convertible |
| 12 | Before The World Was Round |
| 13 | Change of Heart |
N.B: Tracks 1 to 9 are 'piano versions', while tracks 10 to 13 are in 'demo' form.
N.B: Please check with the CTW Fan Club, via their web site,
for current availability and price of this item.
BOTH OF US (RE-RELEASE ON CD!)
Re-released in May 2003, Both Of Us, one of Cliff's finest albums, now appears on CD for the first time! The CD carries an additional track on which 'Bittersweet - the CTW Story' author, Dave Cartwright, reads a very touching and poignant excerpt from the book. This track is of a 20 minutes duration. He has also composed, in his usual manner, a wonderful set of notes to accompany the CD, and these are presented on the case insert.
Additionally, it needs to be said that the sound quality of the tracks is significantly improved from that on the original, 1983, vinyl album! For a more detailed review of this re-release, return to the 'main page', then from the album list, click on 'Both Of Us'.
The CD was produced by Cherry Red Records, and is now readily available
in the shops! Cat. No: CDM RED 228
'THIS
WAS OUR LOVE' - NEW CD - NOVEMBER 2003
'THIS WAS OUR LOVE' (A Collection Of 21 Clifford T. Ward Rarities 1968 - 1980)
This new CD is now readily available in your local shops (Cat. No: CDM
RED 245). It is, essentially, a compilation of songs from the earlier CDs
- 'Hidden Treasures', 'Bittersweet' & 'The Ways of Love', but the recordings
are generally of a superior quality - some being taken directly from the
master tapes, while others have been re-mastered by sound genius Dave Johnson.
'Bittersweet:
The Clifford T Ward Story' (Biography) - Second Edition out now - November
2003!
The, updated, second edition of Cliff's biography, by Dave Cartwright,
was published, in paperback form, in November 2003! For more details, go
to the book's web page.
CTW TEE SHIRTS/SWEAT SHIRTS
Latest merchandise news!
Roy Smith has now sourced Tee shirts and sweatshirts in white with the latest impression of the famous Clifford T. Ward portrait from the Escalator album. Tee shirts £15.00, Sweatshirts £20.00. Now in all four sizes: SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE, EXTRA-LARGE. Make cheques payable to 'Friends of Clifford T Ward' and send to Roy's address - given at the bottom of this page.
N.B: Please check with the CTW Fan Club, via their web site, for
current availability of these items.
Clifford
T Ward
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