Little Sparta Productions
ONE MORE TIME
THE MUSICIANS BEHIND THE MUSIC
ONE MORE TIME is an exciting feature documentary celebrating the unsung heroes of British music - the session musicians who helped define the sound of the 1950s through the 1980s. Set in London’s legendary studios, this film reunites these players, offering a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the making of some of the most famous tracks in music history.
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Through intimate studio sessions, the musicians share stories of their careers, capturing the passion, humor, and grueling work behind their craft. From creating the soundtracks of Bond films to recording with The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and David Bowie, these musicians were central to a golden era when British music dominated the world.
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In addition to powerful interviews with producers, engineers, and the stars who worked alongside them, ONE MORE TIME dives deep into the highs and lows of life in the studio. This is the first time many of these stories have been told on film, and with intimate access to these musicians, the documentary gives viewers a unique chance to see how some of the world’s most iconic music was made.
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With its vibrant storytelling and nostalgic appeal, ONE MORE TIME promises to be a vital document of music history, offering fans and newcomers alike a window into a time when London was the epicenter of the recording world.
Contributors
Donovan
Cliff Richard
Hans Zimmer
Herbie Flowers
Alan Parker
Tony Visconti
Bob Henrit
Chris Spedding
Greg Walsh
Madeline Bell
Graham Preskett
David McKay
Vic Flick
Mo Foster
Ray Russell
Maggie Rodford
David Mindell
Clem Cattini
Dave Richmond
Brian Bennett
Alan Hawkshaw
Dougie Wright
Simon Phillips
and more...
The Music
​By no means a definitive list but this is just some of the music that the UK session players were part of. They recorded thousands of songs across all genres and many of the recording were hits charting in the UK & around the world.
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The James Bond Theme The John Barry Seven
Space Oddity David Bowie
You Really Got Me The Kinks​
This Boy (Ringo's Theme) The Beatles
Je T'aime (moi non plus) Serge Gainsbourg
Walk on the Wild Side Lou Reed
Your Song Elton John
Green Green Grass of Home Tom Jones
The Champ The Mowhawks
Hurdy Gurdy Man Donovan
Telstar The Tornados
So You Win Again Hot Chocolate
Shakin All Over Johnny Kidd & The Pirates
Bye Bye Baby Bay City Rollers
The Ballad of Bonnie & Clyde Georgie Fame
I Close My Eyes and Count to Ten Dusty Springfield
5-4-3-2-1 Manfred Mann
Let's Stay Together Tina Turner
One More Night Phil Collins
Diamonds are Forever Shirley Bassey
The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore The Walker Brothers​
Dandy in the Underworld T-Rex
Baker Street Gerry Rafferty
Rock on David Essex
The Pink Panther Henry Mancini​
Hi-Ho Silver Lining Jeff Beck
Pray JAY Z
Alfie Cilla Black
Directors Statement
Ever since I met Mo Foster and heard his anecdotes of being a session musician I was struck that this was a story that needed to be told. Not only because of the great tales of great music but because this is about the people who found themselves at a unique point in time; rising from the ashes of the second world war to becoming some of the greatest players on the planet. The connections I have made with the musicians over the years of interviews and filming has placed me in a unique position where I have been able to gain both the access and their trust.
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My background as a musician has meant that we share an understanding of what being a music maker is and therefore they have opened up to me about that process. Each of these people have their own story to tell, as well as that of their studio careers and these insights bring their humanity to this picture. There is the drama of lives lived; sacrifices made to family and friends; pitfalls of the music industry and how that still has an impact on them today. There is also the real joy of friendships that were made.
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ONE MORE TIME is a film that has to be made and it has to be made now. Many people who were part of this scene are no longer with us and the unique story that they can tell is in danger of being lost. The legacy of the British session players is one that plays part of a greater cultural legacy that firmly cemented the UK as a world leader in popular music as well as being a story of a group of incredible people who lived in an incredible time.
Alan D Boyd, Director
Contact
If you are interested in this film please contact us via email or the phone number here.
UK: +44 7 808 588 689