Goldie (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1976 |
| Founder | Dave Black |
| Defunct | 1980 |
Area served | United Kingdom |
| Products | Music recordings |
Goldie was a British pop and rock ensemble established in 1976 by guitarist Dave Black after his exit from the Spiders from Mars. The lineup included musicians from Black’s earlier band, Kestrel. Their most notable achievement was the single "Making Up Again," which climbed to Number 7 on the UK Singles Chart in June 1978.
The track, mainly composed by Dave Black along with lead singer Pete McDonald, was issued under the Bronze label (catalogue number BRO 50) and stayed on the charts for a total of eleven weeks. Although subsequent singles were released, Goldie did not manage to match this level of chart success, ultimately being classified as a one-hit wonder.
"Making Up Again" is representative of the polished pop style prevalent in the late 1970s; McDonald remarked on the song’s intricate arrangement, which differed significantly from their usual live sound. The group remained active for four years, including a performance on Top of the Pops, before dissolving in 1980.
Following the breakup, Dave Black formed the band 747, which achieved some regional recognition but failed to secure chart placements. Both Black and McDonald embarked on solo ventures, with Black sustaining a dedicated fan base in Northern England until his passing in July 2015. Bassist Geoff Robson made a television appearance on Never Mind the Buzzcocks in 2011.
The funeral for Dave Black held in Cullercoats attracted prominent musicians from the North East, such as Brian Johnson of AC/DC and Brendan Healy, underscoring Goldie’s impact on the local music community.
Band members
- Dave Black – guitar, vocals (deceased 18 July 2015; aged 62)
- Pete McDonald – vocals
- Geoff Robson – bass
- Tom Knowles – drums
- Dom Bon de Sousa Pernes – saxophone
Discography
- Making Up Again (1978)
- To Be Alone (1978)
- We'll Make The Same Mistake (1979)
- How Many Times (1979)