The "Name a Tram in Memory of Frank Robinson aka. The Xylophone Man"
For years the great Frank Robinson has been sitting on the streets of Nottingham City Centre tapping away at his xylophone. He was dubbed the "Xylophone Man" and became one of the most famous beggars... continue reading »
"fitting tribute"
"The xylophone man was a terrific busker, and it is a great pity that some sort of album was never made of his excellent if not rather tuneless, tunes."
"One of my abiding memories of Nottingham as a student..."
"The least that can be done for this street performer par excellence!"
"Kept the students entertained"
"play on dude......play on"
"should go down in nottingham folklore, for sure. up there with robin and brian!"
"the xylophone man rocked, just like the spade brigade really..."
"RIP Xylophone Man."
"He was a star. Frank deserves this recognition"
"he will be missed"
"I think this would help make the trams even more popular"
"Listening to your customers creates great comfort,support,and profit!!! Ignore us at your own peril!!!"
"Nottingham wont be the same without him"
"go for it! that guy was like the happiest guy in the world!"
"He deserves a statue."
"He was a legend."
