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WILTON ALLNIGHTER - FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7th - THE LAST THIS YEAR. The Wilton Ballroom which has provided a home for our allnighter, featuring soul music from all eras and genre for over 14 years non-stop, is to close for the remainder of the year.   Under new ownership, the venue is to receive much needed refurbishment and alteration, which is planned to start in October. This means our next allnighter on the 7th September will be the last this year, and our November 2nd allnighter

UPDATE: THE 5th BLACKPOOL INTERNATIONAL SOUL FESTIVAL. Firstly, thanks for your patience and understanding over recent weeks. In these exceptionally difficult times we have taken the difficult decision to postpone the event which was due to take place over the weekend of June 12th-14th. The re-scheduled date, when we will come back bigger and stronger than ever, is confirmed for June 18th-20th, 2021. All tickets already purchased for June 2020 will now be automatically transferred

Mace: Current Bidds Plays Something that haven't done for a while, current plays from a current member from a current event... Mace apart from being a long time member and the star of the infamous refosoul "how to dance to latin while dj-ing " video, is involved in putting togther the much respected Rare Soul Bidds Allnighters in Stoke-on-Trent. With another one coming up soon, took a brief moment to ask him to pass on a quick listing of current plays... A list of some of the tracks t

Bit of an unusual request, but is there any way a link could be put on the home page to the joint campaign to save the Twisted Wheel/Legends Club. The petition goes straight to Manchester City Council. People can declare their interests on there and give their reasons for wanting to keep the club open if they so choose. I'm sure I don't have to tell you guys of the historic significance on the Soul scene this club has had and the pleasure it still provides for many patrons and users of this site

Tobi Lark Cancels Cleethorpes Spencer & Percy Wiggins Sign For Cleethorpes After several years of tough negotiating and then finally settling on the highest price I've ever offered an artist, Tobi Lark baulked at the signing of the contract that had been thrashed out with her manager / agent. Several phone calls followed where I managed to convince her that it would be a memorable and fulfilling event and I managed to assuage her fears so much that she gave me her word

“Dab of Soul by the Seaside” We are pleased to present our very first “Dab of Soul at the Seaside” weekender which will take place on the weekend of 26/27/28th September 2014. The venue for the weekender will be the fantastic “Regency Royal hotel” situated on the sea-front in the picturesque seaside town of Llandudno, North Wales. You can check out the hotel website here https://www.facebook...0/?notif_t=like Also please check out the “Dab of Soul by the Seaside” page on our websi

6TS and The New Untouchables have a major new Crossfire date for your diary. Easter Sunday, April 12th, 10pm-6am will see the first all Northern Soul Oldies all nighter in London since the famous Rocket events back in 2002. It will be held at the Venue at the International Student House (ISH) on Great Portland Street, London W1 opposite Great Portland Street tube station. Admission will be £15 on the door. There will be a live appearance at midnight from th

For the euro/uk types who like to plan ahead Charles Bradley Upcoming Tour Dates:   Wed, June 12 Paris, France - Maroquinerie TICKETS Fri, June 14 London, England @ Islington Assembly Hall TICKETS Sat, June 15 Bergen, Norway - BergenFest TICKETS Sun, June 16 Oslo, Norway - Norwegian Wood TICKETS Mon, June 17 Copenhagen, Denmark @ Vega TICKETS Wed, June 19 Hamburg, Germany @ Grünspan TICKETS Thurs, June 20 Dresden, Germany @ Beatpol TICKETS Sat, Jun 22 Ballinlough Castle, Ireland - Body&Soul

Realy busy night again this month, new faces again complimented the hard-core regulars, a lot of people travelling some distance to get here, a real compliment to all involved, thank you. Not going to waffle on too much here, as I'd rather let the people who attended, voice their opinions and thoughts on the events thread.   So enough said, just thought I'd post up some of the play- lists, mine and Paul Sadot's to follow.....if you like what you see , give us a try.....Alway's Th

Wilton’s Soulful Sessions 19th November 2016       A soul night featuring a very special performance from a southern soul legend, supported by our fantastic full eight piece band, including background vocalists, *PUSH*. The night will  have the same format as our previous artist nights. Richard will perform two 30 min sets featuring most of his released recordings, and a number of his Malac

Word about a change of venue for the The Class of 72 Party night at Stoke On Trent Oct 2012 Party Night at Stoke on trent Oct 27th 2012 3pm to 1am now at Cobridge Territorial Army Centre Waterloo Rd, Cobridge, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire ST6 3HJ Only 0.63 miles from our Nominated Accommodation The George Hotel Burslem Stoke On Trent READ ON? Every bloody year it would seem that the Stoke Gremlins are against us, as last year we've had

Lowton is Back, Bigger and Better!   Friday August 8th sees the return of the popular Lowton Civic Hall soul nights after the Summer break.   Lowton has remained one of the most popular Northern Soul nights on the soul calendar and many soulies have been looking forward to its return since the last event in April. The night is coming back bigger and better with a second room dedicated to the very popular 70’s soul revival happening in the North West at the moment.   The additional room is being

The travelling soulies of The Hitsville Soul Club hit Pittsburgh for the "NeverSouledOut" Allnighter on Sat 12 May...here's what we got up to.. Mark Holmes and I touched down at Pittsburgh International around 5pm and after a nightmare traffic journey arrived at the hotel a couple of hours later. Quick shower and visit to Red Lobster later and we were en-route to The Gallery - the venue for the Friday night party laid on by Justin (The Promoter) and The Vintage Scooter Club. Des Par

Septiembre / Octubre 2013. Sala Capitol de Santiago de Compostela   Was passed on word about this upcoming festival, first look it seemed to be a weekender but a closer look shows that it is in fact a series of concerts over 3 separate weekends in North West Spain   Translated via google from the website   The Outono Códax Festival kicks off its third edition with a year will bring Galicia the best of the so-called "black music" through a selection that combines the best sounds of soul, R &

Lifeline Rare and Northern Soul Weekender 2008 details   After two successful weekenders Lifeline is returning to the Ye Old Bell in 2008 for the third (this will also be Lifelines 4th Anniversary).  The weekender will be held on the 1st, 2nd & 3rd of February 2008.   The line up will again feature some of the world’s premier Soul DJ’s. As well as the usual Lifeline residents, Butch, Andy Dyson, Mick H, Chalky,

OK, lets start with the bad new. Stafford, The Reunion has been put on ice, it will go ahead, but not until next spring. Guy Hennigan has to be in the Far East and Ady Pountain has a commitment in Chicago he can't get out of and I won't do it half arsed, as I've said before. There is great desire amoungst those that used to attend that we have another get together and as I said it will go ahead when all elements can come together.But anyway, not going to waste the date. Last time we did the reun

A very rough and quick 100 Club 2022/3 crib card pass on... Source Email newsletter Posted 30 June 2022 http://www.6ts.info/ While we're at it, Apart from Roger & Sean's tribute night let's recap on this year's dates and announce next years. 2022  Nighters July 2nd, 11pm - 6am Aug 20th, 11pm - 6am Sept 24th,  Anniversary, 10pm - 6am Oct 14th 8pm-1am Sean & Roger's memorial night Nov 5th, 11pm - 6am Dec 10th, 11pm - 6am  Xmas Party Thu

This sizzling seven-piece UK soul band have made a lot of friends on the live circuit, selling out gigs in their own right across the UK, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.     They made a big impression opening for The Specials at their personal invite, on a 15 date UK arena tour. They backed US soul man Nolan Porter on UK gigs and Joe Harris, the voice of the Fabulous Peps and Motown legends The Undisputed Truth, on a couple of low key warm up gigs.     They played a blinder behind Harris on a live

Soul Discovery Top 50 for 2011   1 .Roland Johnson "When I hold your hand" (Baby Al Music) 2. R. Jones /Curtis E. Scott "Fallin again" (CesWho Productions) 3. The Lost Generation and Friends ""You'll never find another love like mine" (Promo) 4. Mighty Good and Strong Band "Good to the last drop" (Mighty Good and Strong) 5. Guardian Sound Music "These are the words" (G.S.E.) 6. XXCeption To The Rule "Angle in Disguise" (Daxwood) 7. Lalah Hathaway "You were meant for me" (Stax) 8. Herdine "Tonig

Radcliffe Allnighter Sat 27th March Appearing LIVE on stage Mr 'Sitting In My Class' Ronnie McNeir New Century Soul Manchester Allnighter 8pm till 7am Radcliffe Civic Suite, Thomas Street Radcliffe, MANCHESTER, M26 2UH Main Hall Appearing LIVE on stage Mr 'Sitting In My Class' Ronnie McNeir DJ's Andy Dyson, Kev Murphy, Steve Thomas, Bob Hinsley, Soul Sam, Chris King, Steve Pownall, Jimmy Randell, Steve Lane, Barry Malead...y and Mick Lyons

100 Club All-Nighter Sat July 2nd Cancelled I’m sorry to bring you more bad news this week. We did not apply for the licence in time for this nighter and rather than go ahead with a 3am event, we felt it best to cancel it. We are hoping to move the DJ line-up to the August 20th date and in future Matt, Jeff at the club and I will all put the licence applications in our diaries well in advance. When it is accepted we will announce it to everybody as soon as we can so that travel arrangements

DAN PENN and THE MASQUERADERS will be performing live in the 25th Edition of Soul 4 Real! The Bilbao Soul Weekender is presenting this exclusive concert on Saturday October 6th. The artists will be accompanied by a fabulous backing band of 13 musicians including string section   STILL AVAILABLE PASSES FOR FRIDAY 5 & SATURDAY 6 (4 DAYS PASSES ALREADY SOLD OUT)   SOUL 4 REAL #25 DJ LINE UP  GARETH DONOVAN, BOB COSBY, ALI NIGHTINGALE, CARL HEDBERG, ANDY LOTHIA

THE LIVE ACTS FOR CLEETHORPES 2009 JESSE DAVIS & MELVIN DAVIS At long last, we are proud to announce we have two wonderful singers who aren’t double booked, have current US passports, don’t have over-ambitious managers and are in fine health and raring to go. This year really has been like no other for acts dropping out, but we were determined to present a memorable live show for you and I know we will be doing just that at midnight on June

An highlight post as Jo Wallace has just passed on word that the hotel for this long running event was thought to be sold out but it turns out that this is no longer the case and it does still have some vacancies for those who fancy a weekend down Margate! Brief word on the event from Jo below t the end of the month it's Soulgate on Sea which replaces this year's Soulgate in Southgate - in memory of Randy Cozens. The dates are: Friday Nov 25th/ Sat 26th/ Sun 27th November. Th

Soul music is coming home on Friday night when Soulvation launch their brand new night at The Best Western Connaught Hotel in Wolverhampton. The venue is well known as a Northern Soul venue but research by Steve Powell for a book on the history of Soul music in the West Midlands reveals a pedigree going back to the 60's. The venue, just known as The Connaught Hotel up till recently, rode the Mod boom in the late 60's and live bands( who appeared with Soul Dj's playing the records

New Century Soul Club annouce news of a new Northern Allnighter starting up at Maxims Wigan on May 3rd 2008 Midnight to 8am New Century Soul are pleased to announce that we will be launching a new All-nighter on Saturday May 3rd at Maxims in Wigan, the venue some of you may know as it already has a soulful history, as it hosted artists such as Major Lance and held All-nighters before and after the Casino shut its doors. After talking to local promoters and not wanting to effect the

- I was given the thumbs up from Aberdeen's finest DJ and Soul music collector Alan Paterson that a couple of months ago as part of a celebration he held a Soul night in Aberdeen City centre which turned out to be great night out and was well attended - Alan was then asked if there was going to be any more of these type of these Soul nights ?   This spurred Alan along with fellow Collector DJ Harry Bowman to start looking around for a easy to get to city centre venue that could be util

Mentioned a few times on here over last few years , for those hotdeals,co,uk types here's news of a 2 for 1 ticket offer shows showing Tue 11 — Sat 15 September, 9.15pm link for more info, site search for more background http://www.ayoungert...t-soho-theatre/ press info: Northern Soul is a bit about northern soul, its’ also a bit about pigeons, but mainly it’s about — me. Directed by international phenomenon Ursula Martinez. Northern Soul is a hilarious one-woman show about

Just been informed this is now cancelled   site note   also informed cancelled via the posting member here

We have a limited number of Saturday night tickets for sale to witness one of the all time great soul singers giving her first live performance for over thirty years on her first appearance outside the USA. Admission will be from 8pm, Bettye will appear at midnight and the event runs until 8am.     They are available by post, £28 per person by cheque payable to 6TS Weekenders, 10 Hatfield House, 108 Gt Titchfield St, London W1W 6SN     Or by PayPal at £29 per person to this email address ady.cro

THE WILTON, 21 JANUARY 2005 So, the Wilton all-nighter’s January edition kicked off another year in good style. Good attendance, nice atmosphere, and a lot of good feedback on the night, judging by the regulars I spoke to. Guest DJs were all in championship form, Dave Welding being the first on. He played an excellent hour and seemed to enjoy his first performance up in West Yorkshire. Andy Dyson was on fire – absolutely brilliant hour by the South Yorkshire man. The newer discove

Baltic Soul Weekender #8 takes place over the weekend 23-25 May this year 2014   A quick grab of the line up...       LISA STANSFIELD   Vocal Artist     ARCHIE BELL   Vocal Artist       CANDI STATON   Vocal Artist       D TRAIN   Vocal Artist         previousnext GLORIA SCOTT   Vocal Artist       NICOLE WILLIS & THE SOUL INVESTIGATORS   Vocal Artist       RHONDA   Vocal Artist       BALTIC SOUL ORCHESTRA   Live Orchestra       BERND NIEDERGESAESS   DJ Performance, Radio Host      

The Waterfront Blues and Soul Club (York) goes bi monthly in 2014, starting February, so its 2nd Sunday, every 2nd month .   1st 2014 date, Sunday 8th February . Info     Same venue, the cool and upmarket dedicated room and bar above the Pitcher and Piano cafe bar on the riverside, discretely tucked away in the centre historic York. Fabulous 'surround' sound system, comfy leather sofas, wooden floor should the urge to dance overcome you and a private open terrace downstairs.http://www.pitcheran

Word of a July 2016 show Just added to the 'Live' section of the ever ready Soul Source Events Guide AGMP presents WILLIAM BELL in concert Saturday 9th July 2016  Show: 7:00 PM Doors: 7:00 PM Union Chapel | Union Chapel, Compton Avenue, London, N1 2XD, United Kingdom Stax Records singer-songwriter, the legendary WILLIAM BELL announces a very special exclusive UK concert. William Bell's debut recording in 1961 for Stax was "You don't miss your water ( until your we

!00 Club 6ts nighters return, but... ...sold out already      A quick question to @Ady Croasdell, is there any way for non-facebook types to get hands on tickets?

Just like everybody to know that Marva Whitney and Bettye LaVette are appearing in Kendal and Ulverston respectively in May. Marva is at the Brewery Arts centre on sat 5th may and Bettye is at The Coronation Hall in Ulverston on 10th May. Tickets and further information from www.womensartsinternational.co.uk. They are both the only UK concerts they are doing! See you there!!!

CHANGE OF VENUE FOR THE “RYAN HALL” 2011 TORCH REUNION We have received notification today 12th September 2011 that the venue for the 2011 Torch Reunion THE RYAN HALL, TUNSTALL has decided to close its doors on 30th Sept 2011. The manager sadly informed us, that the club has to cease trading after 55 years as a catholic club serving the people of Tunstall Although we would have preferred to keep this years reunion in the Tunstall distric

So, presuming you've found the sellotape and wrapped all your pressies.... as well as eventually fixing those dodgy fairy lights...... what was that one thing you know you've gotta do before putting your feet up for Christmas? Get over to Stoke for Bidds Allnighter on December 22nd of course! With a top line up of DJs playing quality Rare Soul, R&B and the like, in an atmospheric venue.... how could you forget ;) With a good few days to recover, you just know it makes sense Full detail

Lowton Soul Night Hits Its 13th Anniversary this Friday 13th Feb 2009! Friday 13th February 2009 sees LOWTON CIVIC HALL celebrating its 13th ANNIVERSARY. And in these days of a new soul night starting up every other minute, I’m sure you’ll agree 13 years is pretty good going! Originally the brainchild of longstanding local Northern Soul devotees Kev Murphy, Steve Connor and Bill Harrison, and ably assisted/promoted by Lynn (the Lowton Civic Hall Manageress

Updates from Margate... The Soundcrash Funk & Soul Weekender announces more artists today! In 2020 we bring the party to Margate with some of the world’s finest musical talent to the epic new setting of Dreamland. The Soundcrash Funk & Soul Weekender is heading to one of the most exciting seaside towns in the country - enjoy an incredible line-up of world-class musicians at the world-famous Dreamland in Margate with its free vintage rides, street food, art, our disco-yoga

With another weekend on its way, its time for a quick heads up on the Event Guide Lot of events, but no weekenders!  Though allnighter wise it seems that choice is the main thrust this weekend with 7 yep thats right I said 7 allnighters on Saturday, here are...   Let us all know how they get on via the reviews, am sure be appreciated Friday and Saturday sees a busy soul nite category, The live category is showing shows from Shaun and Star (Europe) and Jocelyn Brown (London

Manchester Soul Weekender (6th July – 8th July) news release The Manchester Soul Weekender (6th July – 8th July) is now under two months away. The idea behind the weekender was to create a soul weekender that will grow and develop each year with passionate DJ’s. We have learnt a lot from year 1 and have made changes to make year 2 even more enjoyable. The DJ’s we have chosen will bring something different to the table and a play a cross-section of soul music for your enjoyment.  They a

An old friend, Rob Lemoine asked me to pass on this info. Dave was well known back in the days of the Normanton Baths all-nighters: Dave Box (Boxy Soul DJ) Of Altofts, aged 72 years, passed away suddenly in hospital with his loving family by his side on Wednesday 21st November 2018. The beloved husband of Valerie, David had so many friends and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. The funeral service and cremation will be held at Pontefract Crematorium on Thursday 13th

Less than a week to go now for the Almost Grown weekender in Southend on Sea Essex Fri 11th with Rob, Eddie and special guest Southend legend Chad Fredericks at Saks, Clifftown Road. £5 adm Sat 12th (day) Free alldayer at the Royal Hotel, High street Vintage market of clothes & records Film showing of "Young souls" by Dean Chalkley with DJs playing in between Sat 12th (night) Allnighter with 3 rooms at the Royal hotel £10 Cellar - northern soul with DJs Rob Mess

Hot news from the 6TS nerve centre. Unfortunately due to illness Kell Osborne isn't well enough to travel. However we have the stunning girl soul group The Apollas as replacements and they will be regaling us with the stomping sounds of You're Absolutely Right, Sorry Mama, Just Can't Get Enough and the Northern classic Mr Creator. HB Barnum needs no introduction and we are very fortunate to get a musician of his calibre to come over and give a very rare live vocal performance when he is so bu

News below on the upcoming luxury soul weekender feat Incognito in Jan 2007 The great news for soul fans north and south is that our luxury soul weekender returns in 4-star opulence to the "Hilton Hotel" in Blackpool between the 5th & 7th January 2007. As well as 4 rooms of top quality contemporary and classic soul, Jazz Funk and Soulful dance, 60s Soul and Ska, played by the UKs best DJ team, we are absolutely delighted to be able to announce that we have booked the UK's best ev

Mansfield Community Radio is on the air from 9 till 9 Monday to Saturday. SOUL SATISFACTION is on the air every Wednesday night from 7 till 9 pm, you can hear plenty of Motown and Northern sounds commercial and rare soul, some modern sounds as well, you can e mail for a request, a mention or to promote a soul night on our gig guide round up.   Mansfield Community Radio is on the air from 9 till 9 Monday to Saturday. SOUL SATISFACTION is on the air every Wednesday night from 7

HI ..GUY AND GALS.. JUST A REMINDER TO ALL THAT THE A.N.S.C WITH BE ON SATURDAY THE 12TH OF OCTOBER AT THE BELMONT SOCIAL CLUB IN THE HARDGATE ABERDEEN 8PM TIL 2AM GUEST DJ,S THIS TIME ARE ABERDEENS ..ALAN PATERSON DUNDEE,S ..ANDY LATTO PLUS RESIDENT TRIO RICHIE CONN, STEVE RIDDELL,TUBBS.. £4 AT THE DOOR

WIN TICKETS FOR BRIDLINGTON WEEKENDER - PRIZE DRAW SUPPORTING HELP FOR HEROES & GUINNESS WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT You could win tickets for the Bridlington Weekender in a charity prize draw for Soul Source members to help raise money for Help for Heroes. Two pairs of Bridlington Weekender tickets for the prize draw have been very kindly donated by the East Coast Soul Collective. As well as being a life time collector of rare soul records, Soul Source member Richard Johnstone (a.k.

A short tour of the UK by The Velvelettes has been announced by promoters PGE. The legendary Motown group famous for hit singles such as 'Needle In A Haystack', 'He Was Really Saying Something', 'These Things Will Keep Me Loving You' and many more, will be embarking on a four night tour in November 2006. Playing gigs in Bedford, Northampton, Peterborough&Kettering. Each venue as well as seeing The Velvelettes live on stage with a full backing band, will also see a selection of top local DJ'