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Look back at Monkey Nov 2003

Well it's now Monday and after a busy weekend still playing catch up.

You may have come looking after a full detailed report of going ons from Saturdays monkey.... sorry, apoligies and all that but as a fair bit to put down and sort will be up soon.


For now have added the message sent to all the dmsc members we have a email for.
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Date: Sun, 09 Nov 2003 20:33:35 +0000

Just having a post-monkey catch up and just like to pass on many thanks to all members for making last nite such a good one on behalf of all the dmsc team

Not recovered enough for names or a detailed report (or even a short one) but to all the djs, door team, sound crew, those who helped spread the word, photo crew, and of course you who fell thru the door and made it all happen .. many thanks!

Lots of info, news, and more to pass on, which hopefully be out soon along with the usual post monkey stuff
As always if want to pass on views, comments, photos, laughs, please do so, as always appreciated and welcome

Many thanks as always
Drunken Monkey Soul Club Team

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Some feedback received already

We should be thanking you!!!

It was a brilliant night, the music superb throughout....absolute class!

Wandered into the back room half way through the night, not really expecting much but Phil Blacknell behind the decks had the place bouncing. I understand it stayed like this throughout.

I was too scared of missing the goodees in the main room, so I didn't tear myself away again.

Everyone I spoke to enjoyed the night, and agreed it was one of the best (second only to the very first night, methinks....although I did miss the last one which I heard was also a stormer).

Such a good night, and right on my door step. Keep doin' what you're doin'

Rob Lloyd
Caergwrle Soul Club, Wrexham.

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FROM: Soul Collector Email List
first time for me but was with friends who have been before very
enjoyable hopefully i will have booked andy and rob for the greatstone for next year,
brilliant night good dj's jumping joan is certainly energetic rob was great andy rix was brill A dyson very good carl wasjust getting into his stride when his half hour was up, will definatley be back.
you will have to pay us a visit at the greatstone sometime.

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As said will try and get full-ish report of all going ons as soon as can...
Thanks again
By Mike in Event News ·

10 plays from Jumping Joan at Monkey 2003

Thanks to Joan for passing on her plays and have added details of regular event at Preston
Next 21st Nov


Thanks for your message -

Had an absolute fantastic nite! All of us did......
I'd like to say thanks for letting me do a bit - it was an honour!

You asked for 10 plays so here they are :

Venturas - Heart of Love - Green Light
Internationals - Beautiful Philosophy - D'ar
Dynamics - You Make Me Feel Good - RCA
Sharon McMahon - Got to Find Another Guy - Karen
Ovations - One In a Million - Sounds of Memphis
Dee Edwards - All the Way Home - D-Town
Bobby Angelle - Just Gotta Be That Way - Money
James Kelly Duhon - In School - Jude
Jessie Johnson - Left Out - Old Town
Soulful Twins - Can't Let You Go - Sable

Anyway - gotta go - see you at Lowton Friday -
and thanks again!


THE VERY BEST IN ALL THINGS NORTHERN! at FRENCHWOOD SOCIAL CLUB, off Bence Road, Frenchwood, PRESTON. FREE ADMISSION!! TOP DJ's : This month along with Residents "JUMPING JOAN" and "SNAP-ON COL" we have joining us "MARK MAC" and the Lime St. Looney himself "SID JONES". If that's not enough - it's also TONY LIVESEY'S 45th Birthday - so why not come and go "BIRTHDAY BONKERS" with us!!! CHEAP BAR! What more could you want! So - "COME ON&DANCE - WE DARE YOU TO SIT!"
By Mike in Event News ·

DMSC Look Back Aug 2003 -Storming nite

Absolutely Storming Nite" - In fact thats all I have been able to say to everyone I met over the weekend....
They must have thought I had been brainwashed or something. Told everyone that they HAVE to be at the next one... even the 80 year old guy next to me in the post office this morning.. lol Superb DMSC Team job guys..... Thoroughly enjoyed it - Its gonna be hard to follow that one... but Im confident you will.

Managed to take a few photies - not sure if they are what you want - but I just snapped a few as quick as poss coz I didnt want to waste a minute longer than I had to, away from the dancefloor. Some of us took the Monkey spirit with us on to a couple of other events on Sunday and Monday night too. Myself, Steve & Johnny J - gave about 250- 300 potential Monkeys, a Soul Bashing at the Wellmans Club in Anglesey on Sunday night, and carried it on to The Sportsmans Arms (again in Anglesey) on Monday night.

All in All a Fabulous weekend - and it certainly could not have got off to a better start than the Springfield Event. Thanks. Al (Salzz)

A couple of pics from Al, (thanks) the rest will be added to the gallery



filling up or the lull


Ingrid, Bob h (possibly), and also Cel ( who is as always busy sorting out all his prev weeks "approvals" that have just been returned)

By Mike in Event News ·

Dmsc - Rare Soul Violence 23 Aug 03 look back and news

Just my view on last nite, its written for Drunken Monkey Soul Club members like, so its bit lengthy as also a fair few things like info and news that like to pass on to members.
 
Dmsc - Rare Soul Violence 23 Aug 03
Just my view on last nite, its written for Drunken Monkey Soul Club members like, so its bit lengthy as also a fair few things like info and news that like to pass on to members.
Well what was this one like? Initial feedback have had goes like below Best time since Prestatyn weekender, pure magic, place was bouncing, I love this place, we need a ****** , no where else, is this the wedding reception?

As involved with dmsc organising all I can say is on above ....too right, totally agree! Reason is, we do dmsc for pure enjoyment, we enjoy listening to quality rare soul and having a good crack, last nite certainly had that. Still buzzing on the nite now, certainly one if not the best one in my view. Fair few going ons before this event, and heard that was a few rumours going round, as always we say if any member wants to know what the score is , just ask one of the team.

Theres a bit at end about happenings with venue. The Actual Nite A nite of all sorts, starting off with me forgetting allsorts, and then shock of turning up with Stevie T and Johnny being there early, chilling with lager. Dave and Eddie were on ball with sound system, those who remember the last one will understand why they didnt wire it into the hotels inbuilt sound system this time, phase "blew the roof off" fits last time Sue was under pressure to perform on the desk, with vital parts of the DMSC team missing, Julie and Dave were both awol. But got thru it, though not much cross stitching. The hotel seemed to have had another complete change of staff, so was odd prob or two early on, but soon sorted. Draw the curtains, move tables, get Johnny to kick off with the "its 8pm so have some of this" spot. Pint of lager please.....And we were back in swing of it Right scene set, thats enough of logical format, will now go all over the place, stuff as it pops up.

Main Room Nite Of Rare Soul Violence?

Well we were not talking about going thru the motions to memories , we were talking about getting assaulted by hard-core quality rare soul, aim that post-monkey feeling off just having your head kicked in by the event, we were after when you left, your head and body knew you been to monkey. With a DJ line completely made up of regular Monkey punters, Mick H, Robbo, Chic, Steve T, Johnny J, these dmsc members knew just what the score was, and fellow members knew it was going to be good. Reckon going by the look of members at the end of nite we achieved our aim. Lull before the storm at first, bit quiet early on, floor getting used, Johnny J did a great opening set, setting things up nicely for the mayhem. Chic from Shrewsbury was down for the 9 -10 "rare soul hero " set and while still filling up at start, the stuff he threw out was hitting them as soon as walked thru door and by the end of his spot, he had the place revved up and that monkey "feel" was building up...... Steve 00 Thomas was up next, we managed to drag him away from causing mayhem at north west venues, sack the organizing, just work that turntable, he picked up the that monkey "feel", and away he went, the "feel" was still building up and up, Throw in a quick soundbite from steve t "did you hear the clapping? played "the game is over" looked down on the floor about 80 to 100 dancing but theyre all looking up at the stage and singing ......magic moment!!" kicking now but still building up , now turn of Robbo carrying on with the quality, place was red hot by now the soul just kept coming, a few had to take time outside, still it went on , midnite and now Mick H was up, no remorse, with Mick H unleasing all sorts of damage, last time on caused a storm, this time talking hurricanes, such was buzz went 15 mins over. DMSC team as in meself this time did the normal "monkey till you drop", bit of a short one just popular up for it dmsc stuff, old days of stretching finish out by a hour seem to be over as manager was up on the dot at 1 30, and the plea of come on just one more didnt cut no ice. So bit of a sudden stop saw the end of the nite. DJs : Thanks to all djs, as said one of the good things about last and also other nites is that all the djs are just plain old regular members of the dmsc, they have in past queued , put their money on table and had good crack. And afterwards as always was great to hear that they seemed to enjoy it just as much as the crowd, if not more!

Some plays, bit light on details as all over the place most of nite, awaiting some stuff thrown up/sent in later, learnt not to trust my memory - as takes less time and less mistakes -(Shirley - need your help and notes here girl!)

Johnny 8-9 up soonest

Chic 9-10 work in progress to get plays

Steve 00 Thomas

10-11 john lee hooker-send me your pillow-stateside, sonny till= hey little woman-cp, parsians=twinkle little star-demon hot, rick sheperd- can we share it -columbia, sound masters-lonely lonely-juliet brown sugar- the game is over-capitol

Robbo 11-12 work in progress to get plays

Mick H 12-0115

Will email them in, can read 100 club playlist if need idea.

He had just stepped off the plane from holiday hours before turning up! Lot of laughs with Mick, espically the fact that cause of names similarity, people have been asking me if just bought Cheatin Kind. Rumours that I answered yes, had a quick shave and been accepting bookings and appearing as him are totally false! His last play (details sadly totally gone) had the unique effect on Sue , up from behind the table demanding info on just what it was. That doesnt happen often, all can recall as a bit hazy, even though did shout it when saying the thanks, it was a one-off, by male artist and was a "stop you in your tracks"sound. "

Monkey till you drop" finish No suprises just 15/20 mins of popular all dmsc events good time plays from meself - usual hughes rubbish so easy to recall, no suprises no pretence no thought stuff, isonics, llandudno outlaws, 3 lonely monkeys,smallest monkey alive, im monkeying home, jr monkey, choke that monkey ex-san remo strings cover, b j thomas - keep it monkey, aint that monkey enough and ......

Crowd

Come 11 place was well packed, all members seemed well up for it, as always loads of dmsc regs there, plus as always the mix of crowd knocks us out Wide age range, all styles, soul fans inc collectors, djs, promoter types, all era room exiles, and so on. But all in tune with that same thirst for quality soul and enjoying themselves. Someone commented about suprised it being a 50/50 mix sex wise, thought was on about all sorts, but turned out was on about gender, never noticed really but cause was suprised thought I mention it. Online members - as always good to meet up with members behind the emails , Kim and his gang from Northamptonshire which believe is somewhere in leicester, Dave from Blackpool, who was on a night mission throughout this part of uk, wont say any more till checked how public his actual mission is:) And with a bit of a drive to get all new members emails, and mobiles think can say theres a fair bunch of us online dmsc types. Many characters deserve a mention, many travellers, many muckers, many laughs, but have to pass as to mention them all, well as getting to stage where all crowd knows all, it will just take too long Rest assured all usual DMSC rogues were well out in force, north wales types, midlands, north west, yorkshire, south of brum, Scotland (kit the exile) Good to see our famous regulars were there, This couple have only missed one event, (were on lookout for 100%s members got a few ideas but let us know if done them all) and as live somewhere near leicester (well st ives actually), gotta say we are impressed. Hope enjoyed the vip treatment Was good to see early bird award winners Colin and Shirley all way from Halifax there, almost knocking on the door, famous for well respected Yorkshire Riders, were full of plans to keep that quality soul flag flying over there in that land of industrial estates and crap road signs.
Get a mention as last time in north wales they had to suffer a 730 am tour of the Great Orme , we thought had lost them for good.

Special mention gotta go out to a bunch from Telford way, well we knew they were hardcore dmsc, but didnt realise just how hard. Remember those small monkeys used to hang from stage, well they didnt last long, but seems that one of these monkeys has had time of his life. These Telford girls, laid claim to him, seems this blue monkey now has a life of his own, rigged out clothes wise, now wherever they go, he goes with them, seems hes living the life. Even got his own suitcase been on holiday and all sorts. After hearing that it wasnt just Roger Banks, or those kids on that estate causing havoc with those monkey flyer masks, seems Telford was subject to a nite of monkey havoc as well, was laughing, had 5 of them telling it at same time, been promised pics of this renegrade blue monkey on his travels, looking forward to that and will push up. Greets to all else talked to, know missed a few out wanted to catch up with, but organising things got in way of stuff,

Vinyl wise

a fair few individual sales boxes, no major dealers taking advantage of that free entry though, just say if wanna flog a lot of stuff, pick up new regulars, see a few fresh boxes/content, ask likes of Dave Rimmer Roger Banks and more, how they got on flogging at the monkey Anyone grabbed any good buys? didnt look much meself as too busy trying to offload but been told was some tasty stuff available, with a distinct lack of rubbish

 Flyers and odds

Lot of laughs at some of comments of first bunch of flyers, time was tight so pushed out loads with just pic of smashed monkey and date. Got some great feedback on remarks from non-dmsc types passed on from the dmsc flyer people. (thanks for help) No prize winners for the next version we pushed out, was beer on offer if got info right to me last nite, next one be out soon Thanks to all who helped spread the word, as always if want help spread word with flyer hand out, get in touch, hopefully we will get em out well in time.for next one.

While on flyers Kev S turned up with handfull of flyers for todays event at Zanzibars , with usual guess the artist, easy one this time, must be as I got it straight away Phone on door appears to have been out of order, though other numbers should have been ok. endnote Well there you go, just the way I saw nite, all feedback have had on nite and after, so far seems to go with above. On behalf of all involved with setting nite up, just like to say many thanks to all for turning up and while know a few couldnt make it, have to say thanks for all the support we get off all members. end of day its your monkey cause you are the monkey

See you in November or sooner! non-members wanna know more just ask a member or email us at dmsc@soul-source.net 

 Drunken Monkey Soul club Members News

Few things and info just like to pass on as said in review thanks go to all our members for last nite, it was a good one! Members All members should have got email newsletter and sms info. Say "should " as had a few probs with data, plus many have updated phones, changed emails etc. If not get in touch and will add. Merchandise: Had a few qs if us chancers are going into the "togetherness" buisness. Seems that monkey related clothing is popping up here and there. Well ...just a straight forward "No its nought to do with us". Cause of our name it seems that can get "monkey" related stuff all over the place, Seen some well smart t-shirts, tops and such, and all have been unique monkey stylish designs as you would expect:) Right laugh as many been trying to get the most odd, unusual or unique design No danger of us branching out to the merchandise side. Doubt if we could do it cheaper for members than all the shops sell it, at so no need. Photos Ann and Trev should be passing on some snaps from nite soonest. Plus have had offer of others. If got any snaps wanna share, pass them on either via email or mail

Other dmsc events coming up -full details when avail at www.soul-source.co.uk

DMSC Bangor Soul At The Social - First Friday of month 05 Sep all styles good time northern nite Guests Ritchie Andrew, Gerry Hogan, Dave EE, regs Johnny J and Mike H

DMSC Llandudno Soul Nite - returns in Sep - details asp

Other events : Eddie and Dave asked to pass on details of their All Era event in September , sounds a good one, but have to wait for full details once dig out flyers!

Zanzibars tonite - all details on event guide and reads like the place to be for bank holiday sunday

Future Unfortunately had a few kicks recently with some of our "in progress" planning, we are now sussing out various stuff, The Springfield is our permanent venue, the next one here will be along the same format as previous. But as always watch this space...

The next Sat 08 Nov -The Monkey - DMSC at Springfield (date changed from fri 07) i

ts monkey again with top djs, top sounds, top people Details almost 100% Flyers - any members who like to pass on flyers give us a shout, Clashes Few asked why after all our usual carefull planning, did we clash with a event close by. The answer gave was "**** knows", first knew about it when it popped up on event guide on soul source site, shame they couldnt take time to get in touch while posting it. Our date was annouced 8 months ago, if they had got in touch we could have worked together, transport afterwards etc. But they didnt. All a bit disapointing

Accomodation/help/lifts If anyone wants to have extended monkey, can book at hotel or if need by we can help out with details of cheap guestys, free couches, after-event going ons and so on, and suss out lifts Lifts - same again, if having probs getting to monkey, may be able to help. Either with lifts from other members or suss out the famous dmsc minibus service Going Ons - Event was a fairly landmark one, after the May Bank Holiday event, which reckon was one of the best, on a high, we then suffered from a late short notice cancellation by the hotel of our June Event, and then also this Aug bank holiday event was under threat as well. Will just say that our planning was on the ball and not the problem.

As also had just passed the one year mark, team did do a fair bit of thinking, events being cancelled at short notice wasnt welcome and plans, options, ideas were thought about, think due to this and as always asking what members think , we did hear later off several rumours going around. Bound to happen, with the organisers living in a area stretching 150 miles along North Wales Coast and North West, members uk wide, and as theres always plans/ideas going on to make the DMSC even better sometimes stuff does the rounds. All we say everytime to every rumour, story, info....... Wanna know the score ? Whole dmsc is wide open, just ask. Ok so in end managed to sort out hotel whats going on and retirieve our orignal booking, (but lost the 2nd room for this). We did have plans to enhance this event, "the summer of monkey love" ring any bells? But to be honest with all other events going on, after looking at it harder didnt seem viable.

Anyway thats what was occuring, all future plans are firm . If heard any rumour of moving, quitting, last one, ... look at them serious for 5 secs, then just smile Annivesary (as was asked about) - 12 months of monkey passed by in june and to mark this grand occasion we decided to celebrate the event by not having one, it seemed to make sense Drink Promotion : Well it was good while it lasted, apparently as the management told us, there is a crackdown on "encouraging binge" drinking, stuff like happy hours and so on can have a effect on the licence. Not a lot we can do bout it, so all can say is that was the last 2 for 1. Website Stuff- Plans to improve dmsc web site for members, along with new features time availbility is the kicker. Suggestions welcome

Thats All

As always welcome any feedback, requests, suggestions, and so on. Email us at  till the next one...

dmsc team - all feeling slightly rough
By Mike in Articles ·

DMSC Buses To Locarno event in May details 2003

Travel plans for Locarmo Brum on Sun 25 of May 2003

Will involve as many minibuses, coaches as needed.
With stops all way via Holyhead A55, motorway bit thru Chester , M6 as demanded by members. And even possibilites of a few detours if needed.

After 1000s of miles already done this year by taxi monkey got to say its a laugh

Get seats reserved now just email mike h or Stevie T
if dont have email addresses click here to get in touch Contact Monkey

Just say what after, seats, 3 litre bottle of Bargain Booze 8% cider @ £1.99, or the 4 cans deal @ £1.99, pickup point, and ought else like
Name and if dmsc member
Cost will be worked out once numbers known but will be normal dmsc bottom line punter friendly/deal.

The last Locarno "North Meets South" event was said to be a cracker
With all 3 rooms jumping, top quality UK DJs giving out full on soul enjoyment and live broadcast via SOLAR and SKY, the event is now well established as the UKs BIG alldayer on bank Holidays



Ok thats the travel stuff dished out, if a dmsc member and making your own way let us know as may have some benefical news

After some of our days out know what ever happens we gonna have a laugh!
By Mike in Event News ·

Look back xmas monkey dec 2002



Lookback Xmas Monkey Dec 2002

Ok here we go with a look back at last nites xmas monkey. 8 o clock doors open, few early people already in, Not attempting much vinyl info, as still scrambled and as a lot of nite was spent darting about, was a case of missing a lot of vinyl going ons First up was Colin Wood one of promoters of the great Halifax Yorkshire Riders Club, got to say many thanks to Colin, fairly long story but end of day Colin put in a lot of effort to do this spot and know myself and Steve really appreciated this. And so it seemed did the early punters, numbers bit sluggish at first, so dancefloor bit underused. But Col dished out a great set, with many passing on appreciative comments .

Nice one and many thanks again for the support Colin. Have to mention Shirley as always good bounce and just when thought had finally got rid of riders flyers…. Big things going on at bar by now, with the monkey 2 4 1 bar promotion going on to 9 30. Numbers were picking up, and also the Chameleon (second) Room with new format “all era soul” was into full swing. Sue with help from Janine at first then Julie had the door thing going well smooth, cash, free cd, xmas raffle, Dave F doing his bit as well

Next up was Brian Ellis, resident just down the road at Broughton along with Soul Sam. This outing hitting a more 60s format, from bits what I saw/heard all really good stuff. And since have heard a fair few well good remarks. DMSC Regular Rob Thomas up and at them next, vinyl retention at alltime low at moment, even his first 45 which can remember saying no way will forget this has gone.Help! By now crowd wise numbers were up on last one and as had passed that oh so satisfying mark called “break even” it was a case of relax

Main guest Dave Rimmer was up for next hour and did a great set, afterwards said how much he enjoyed it says lines of “had a feeling of being let loose”. Vinyl managed to grab top 5.from nite. 1. Brooks Brothers - Looking For A Woman 2. Magnetics - I Have A Girl 3. Vondells - Hey Girl 4 The Caressors - I just cant stay a 5. Little Charles and Sidewinders -The Loner - Decca - think Dave said first time he played this - could be dodgy info Steve T on hearing Caressors did his now familar trick of letting it slip that has a copy of this at home somewhere, I did my now familar reaction of shaking my head and wondering if he was sent to torment me! And then was sure that he was, as said cost him 4 quid. Was going to reply stroking my chin, popular Rotherham spin possibly round 1980 but as didn’t know that till 15 mins ago didn’t

Andy Rix returning from his travels was back on main stage and pushed out a great set, interesting one of nite was a “other” version of “I’d think it over twice” which said recently aquired, of course straight away asked Andy details and then, yes straight away forgot them, some other interesting sides, hopefully Andy will fill in details (cop out yeah i know !) Crying Time, The Hurting Is Over, and more monkey were out and about. Great stuff top form.

Finishing off nite was the 30 min “monkey till you drop” spot, bit of a change, in past guy doing local dj spot did it, but steve and meself do it now as felt was missing a bit of contunity.

First had the xmas raffle to get outta way and first winner was Stuart from St Ives who won the ten 45s soul pack, the next up winner choose as prize the bottle of wine, then 30 secs later sent back by his wife to exchange it for one of those furry Monkeys

The wine was later on claimed by Ann A Some current and popular north wales coast stuff got dished out.over the last 30 mins, “Monkey till you drop” meaning anything goes Crowd wise, was good to see numbers up compared to last one, especally as a fair few other events were on as well. A fair few travellers from all stops North West, Yorkshire, St Ives, Kent, Midlands Cambridge, and beyond To me seemed a well good buzz to the nite, all feedback that heard so far was/is highly positive Chameleon Room - The second room format changed (some may note the name ) , this time went for all-era soul format Chico, Mark S and Phil B had volunteered to supply sound kit for this and supply the main sounds, Along with guy who’s name missed apoliges delivered a great mix of sounds Paul Baldwin was the guest dj and caught a fair bit with some quality year 2k+ stuff.

From all heard the format worked really well, with a great mix of all-era stuff, the full range.Awaiting some plays from the djs and will push up all info as know there’s some who are interested. Along with full report of going ons and views from this room. Big thanks to Chico for getting equipment and sorting out.

Already had a lot of good feedback, big thanks to all djs and crowd ……….more soon. Namechecks - Gotta say just too many to mention, Regards to all Thanks - All Djs, as said all feedback on the nite given it a thumbs up, door crew - all things well smooth, members - one of the enjoyable things about the monkey is the support we get, like people just popping in briefly to show support, plus many helping us out in many ways. Promotion - As always doing this show flying on the seat of our arse, most of cash goes on making sure that we deliver the best in quality soul and djs, cause of this main promotion is just word of mouth and flyers. If can spread the word, be it on fanzines, telling muckers, internet email lists,and so on be a help. Future -

Watch out for future event date, djs locations and more soon Endline - Thought attendance may have been dodgy with xmas, events on close by, similar events elsewhere, and all that. Turned out no worries, numbers were up on last one. Own feeling of it was a great nite, of course as co-promoter my view always just that bit different than others. Feel free to post up yours

cheers mike



Plays from 27 Dec 2002 xmas feast — site admin (site admin), in

    * Soul News


The Drunken Monkey Soul Club, North Wales, 27th December, 2002.

Colin Wood

8pm to 9pm

Four Sonics - Easier said than done - Sport

Joe L - Worried - Clissac

Ambers - I love you baby - Verve

Danny Williams - Whose little girl are you - Deram

Ravenettes - Since you’ve been gone - Shurfine

 Bouquets - Welcome to my heart - Blue Cat

 Connie Questell - Give up girl - Decca

Rivieras - You counter feit girl - Riley’s

Jesse Boone - I got to love you - Soul Potion

Buckinghams - You misunderstand me - Columbia

 James Bell - Amazing love - RoJam

Gladys King - Orange - ABC

Billy Butler - Sweet darling - Brunswick

Echoes - Million dollar bill - Pulse

Vows - Tell me - VIP

Garland Green - Angel baby - Uni

Intruders - Check yourself - Gamble

Jades - Hotter than fire - Cherry Red

Maximilian - You’d better - Magic Circle

 Sandra Phillips - You succeeded - Broadway

Creations - Oh baby - Globe

Shadows - My love has gone - Golden Sound

Enjoyables - Push a little harder - Capitol

Victors - Hurt - Philips

Dave Rimmer

11pm to 12pm

Larry Davies - I’ve Been Hurt So Many Times Before - Kent

Joe Tex - I Wanna Be Free - Dial

Frank Foster - Harlem Rumble - Triode

Patience Valentine - If You Don’t Come - SAR

Joanne Courcy - I Got The Power - Twirl

Brooks Brothers - Looking For A Woman - Tay

Jimmy Washburn - Into Your Heart - C/U

Frank Dell - He Broke Your Game Wide Open - Valise

Fabulous Apollos - The One Alone - Valtone

Donald Jenkins - Somebody Help Me - Cortland

Pat Brown - The Good Got To Suffer For The Bad - Seven B

Brooks O’Dell - Standing Tall - Columbia

 Jimmy Hart - Tea House In China Town - Mercury

Sam Fletcher - I’d Think It Over - Tollie

Mill Evans - Why Why Why - King

Sparkles - Try Love - Old Town

Betty Turner - The Winds Kept Laughing - Crescent

Caressors - I Can’t Stay Away - Ru-Jac

Magnetics - I Have A Girl - Ra Sel

Little Charles & The Sidewinders - The Loner - Decca

Vondells - Hey Girl (You’ve Changed) - Airtown

Jimmy Wallace - I’ll Be Back - Alpha

Andrea Henry - I Need You Like A Baby - MGM

Johnny Mae Mathews - I Have No Choice - Big Hit

more to follow



By Mike in Articles ·

Monkeys Xmas Box

Monkeys Xmas Box


Yes its all jacked up for the 27 Dec and we're going for a Monkey xmas feast !

Reg Djs:

Andy Rix

Rob Thomas

Guest Djs

Dave Rimmer

Brian Ellis

Colin and John - Halifax Riders Club

2nd room : All Era Monkey

Paul Baldwin

Mark Speakman, Phil Blacknell, Chico

INFO

Regular djs Andy Rix (returning to do the monkey after escaping from the last two) and of course Rob Thomas

Special guests for this rave up being Dave Rimmer and Brian Ellis, we reckon its going to be a non-stop rare soul xmas party in the main room, but seeing its xmas have also grabbed Colin and John from the renowned club Halifax Yorkshire Riders to get things kicking from the word go!

Also if thats not enough for you. also see's the return of the Chameleon Room, as its name, its always changing, this time going for a bit of a different format than last two
its time for All-era format,
dishing out all the best soul licks all the way up to the year 2002

Guest DJ being Paul Baldwin who's been doing big things with the upstairs room at Tony's and also featuring some of North Wales finest all-era spinners Mark, Phil, and Chico .

So thats what you got on offer for the Xmas Box - 11 djs, 2 rooms, and the finest quality fresh exciting rare soul you can handle.
Along with a free monkey cd for the first 50 in and other xmas going on's, just say you better go easy on that turkey!


The Drunken Monkey Soul Club - Dreaming of a monkey xmas
Full details, info on venue etc all here on site
By Mike in Event News ·

Views From The Jungle Floor - Monkey

Views From The Floor - 16 Nov 2002 " site admin (site admin), in

* Soul News
* Drunken Monkey SC


Views From The Floor - 16 Nov 2002

Reviews-Plays : Monkey Time - Nov 16
Posted on 2002/11/21 18:30:55

Well after a great night at the Wilton with a quality dj line up it was time to leave for North Wales and make Monkeys of ourselves (Andy Dyson and Mick H, the two guests for the night and myself. Arrived an hour and fifty minutes later to be greeted by such a wonderful sight, two lasses in fancy dress, one dressed as a genie....f*g 'ell could have rubbed her lamp but as my hands were full with Andy's record boxes any thought of playing Aladdin soon disappeared
Was sorely tempted to put the boxes down and head next door but as we weren't suitably dressed for the occasion had to settle for the Drunken Monkey Soul Club!

All I can say is top night and top crowd. Musically great with the emphasis on quality, non of the usual overplayed hammered to death soul you get at some other venues. We all had a great night and can't recommend this place enough, you really ought to try and get along. Crowd were fully appreciative of all the records played regardless of individuals tastes.

As I said earlier Andy and Mick H were the guests and they didn't disappoint. Both played blinding sets as did all the djs on the night. Our ears were treated to sounds like
Soul Inc, Sensations- Demanding Man, Robert Tanner - Sweet Memories, Vanguards on Shirley (listen out for this great choon), Locations - Mister Diamond Man, Nu-Rons All Of My Life and many more which I'm sure I'll remember when some brain cells have recovered. Maybe Andy can remember what he played and post a playlist

Nice to meet all the other Soul Talkers making monkeys of themselves, I won't name names as I don't want to offend anyone I miss out which I
probably will with my memory.

Left towards the end and headed for Stoke which was a different experience altogether.

Again great night and hope to get back there again pretty soon.

Chalky

Another view



Many thanks to Neil and gang for taking time to pass on their view

Regrettably, despite having read a lot about them, we haven't been able to attend the previous DMSC nights so, when the five of us arrived at 8.45pm we were all officially 'monkey virgins!!'

Having paid our soul tax, we walked into the main room and immediately you could tell the room had atmosphere - WHY HAVEN'T WE GOT VENUES LIKE THIS IN SHROPSHIRE!! we all cried. What a great place!!

Having grabbed some seats we headed for the bar and that was the second pleasant suprise of the night. £6.40 for five drinks!!!

I thought (perhaps in some bizarre tribute to Stafford top-of-the-world) that the beers were being charged at 1980's prices!!

Whilst at the bar, the tunes started to hit me. 'Hang on', I thought. We're still in the first hour of this night and already the big tunes are playing. If the tunes are this good early on, things could only get better
- And I wasn't disappointed!! It was like being new to the scene again.
LOADS of records I've NEVER heard before - Superb. A track by Prince Paul was played twice and this was the highlight of the night for me. WHAT AN AWESOME RECORD and I've never heard it before.

Taking my seat again, my aged fellow soulie Chic said what we were all thinking, 'this is like an allnighter atmosphere', he said. 'It's like the
tunes that used to get played at Droylesden and Hyde Town Hall'. This truly was praise indeed as these two venues rank highly in my list of all
time favourite venues.

Suddenly on comes Teardrops by Soul Bros. Inc. and we're up and dancing
This was to be the third suprise of the night!!

I have, for over 10 years assumed the slippyist dancefloor in the world was at a soul nite we used to go to at a working mens club in Leigh. THE
SPRINFIELD HAS PROVEN ME WRONG!! What have you done to the thing!!?? It was like ice!! I went up to ask the DJ for a record at one point and nearly paid the ultimate price. Surely no-one in the history of Rare Soul has ever fallen on their @rse on a dancefloor whilst simply walking across it
(unless very drunk!!).

Anyway, I soon learned that by dancing on the edge of the carpet I could survive and I will make sure that next time I wear trainers!! I'll have to do something because when you're hearing tunes like Troy Dodds, Arthur Willis and Buddy Smith not dancing is not an option!!

As you can tell, we are now all firmly Monkey converts and we will be regulars at future nights. My only regret is that the Christmas one clashes with the do we run at the White House in Cannock. Anyway, I hope that goes well and we will all be back with you at the Springfield for more quality soul in 2003.

Keep up the (very) good work.

Neil, Chimene, Kiddo, Wendy and Chic
Shrewsbury
By Mike in Event News ·

The Second Monkey!!!!! Look back

The Second Monkey!!!!! Look back

Well got there in the end, a bit slower starting this time, but come midnight it was case of Monkey a go go, with the main room full and kicking. As always great sets from regs Andy Rix and Rob Thomas, guests Guy H, Ally M and Phil B did the hardest to give us overload of quality soul
Second Room got off to a cracking first one, thanks to the efforts of the 4 guest second room djs
And as always big thanks to all members who helped, supported, turned up and made the nite.



A well lengthy view on nite is available....
...hit that read more to read more Anyway finally me and Sue got up to hotel. Into the non stop sorting. Plain sailing - yeah sure. Shape of things to come, seems hotel had a fair few changes of staff, so everything that had sorted out in the last one was unsorted, and they weren't eager to go back, plus as new not clued up on what we were about, ho hum ,second room needed fair bit of work, as manager had set it up so could use it for a christening the next day, so didn't really have the look for a sweaty den of hardcore 6ts soul, move tables, more sweat, move tables, then found eldest had borrowed the mixer but forgot to put it back in box, frantic phonecalling and favours finally sorted it. Speaker cable no good. Partner in crime Steve was late, more sweat.. People starting arriving, more sweat, curtains needed sorting as daylight, they had to be in crap order, playlists, lights, yeah think that's it, chance to taste hour old pint. On wind up session well cause of the messing around with me and Steve all over the place - the "monkey wind up" was being done by someone else, no offence to anyone and all that but one choice had even Sue looking amazed. As had strongly pushed the get in early and jump straight in quality on newsletter, was just looking at ceiling at this stage.Quick walk around, nearly slipped over on the dance floor, this was start of the icerink saga. But in between had the not enough bar staff scenario, eventually solved when manager came in.

Last time, though made sure floor was polished first, had a few saying weren't that good, don't know what the hotel had done, but this time it was a skating rink, this was a major problem early on, as was well dodgy, needed the ideal solution, orange juice was one given, sand another suggested, Steve showing his chef expertise threw salt all over the place, nah, even a suggestion of get levine in and then no one will want to use it, by now people had marked their spot threw something down and then refused to budge. Final solution was mop and hot water, which seemed to work a bit.Though if anyone has a proven soloution let us know . OK now about 9 30, and apart from those who thought a promoter meant general handyman, things were on the way up.

Best blagger of the nite award went to the guy who told Sue , " allright I'm Rob Thomas dj-ing" and thus got in free and led to a later "no that's not Rob Thomas " conversation
Most adaptable punter - had a local woman, heard it was a soul nite, assumed to be motown nite, turned up, asked nicely why no temptations, once told checked out second room and now part of the malcolm woosley R&B fan club
Most content person -Small Paul who as hasn't even got a computer isn't doing that bad for online mentions, says cheers to john p
Most unusal punter 1- Carl W who turned down bookings for this nite so could attend event
Most unusal punter 2 - The first ever person at the two events to ask for oldies


Anyway got this far and not a mention of any of real action, well Phil Blacknell did the first guest spot at 840 opening in fine style after the monkey wind up (think this one was wrong word wind up:), followed by Ally Mayer who started off with a early soul acetate recently picked up from new york, the real Rob Thomas was on next , a cracking set, Guy H the main guest was up at 11 - Andy Rix doing the 12 -1 with yet another top of the range set
Phil B finished the nite off with the monkey till you drop spot - which as a bit of a throwback to the chaos early on, also had the new manager first trying to close it at 1.am, then 1.15, and then finally throwing the lights on in a strop about 1.30 with Phil B failing in the attempt to slip just one more on
Off course got all plays logged in head and all the running bout early on didnt affect me, will add soonest


Not just the main room this time, but also the second room was on the go, dj duties split between,
malcolm worsley -
tim fletcher -
carl lloyd-
johnny jones -

all selected to give a fair old balance of non-main room stuff - fresh revivals, little heards, R&B, early soul etc

Students of second room scientology ( was it john p who put up article on it)
may be interested to know our thoughts on it and how it went
Had to give this a lot of thought as looked at modern option and to tell truth dismissed it as to us seemed just to be a "get more thru the door" and as never see that much interaction between rooms, espically modern to main room. Thought wouldn't add anything to event for the mainly 6ts fan which event is about

So decided 60s - then what r&b? name is to some a put off for some reason, and as nearly everyone has their own idea of what R&B is, sacked it
Oldies room ? - Nah defintely not, think thoughts on this was, not what event is about
Collectors Room - Could work, but name would put some off
End Choice - Other Side Of Street - Bit of a mix - said non main hall stuff inc all sorts 60s soul, bit hard to categorize espically the non-main hall term , but thinking being that if have varied styles djs should result in a worthwhile addition to the soul; fans nite, as thats what they come for

End Result - Bit slow to kick off but when it did, yep it worked very well, fairly packed thru out nite, someone said more in than the modern room at lowtown which was funny in a nice way, few ups and downs in numbers.as nite went on But overall 100% success and know all djs got big thumbs up from members. Was a bit of concern with numbers as could always drag people from the main hall, but never a problem, with both busy did close it at 1215. as main effort always gonna be the last 1hr 15.
Plus with room whole event moved up a notch as the other bar was now more availble and the venue had more depth rather than just the one main room.



Well thats the rooms/djs covered ought else... yeah of course most important one the crowd, bit slower filling up than last time, but later on was close to the same as the first one. We were thinking after the first for numbers to improve a bit but pre-event feedback gave better idea, a lot said it was because of clashes, though almost impossible to avoid them this time, and to me makes sense to clash with a commerical oldies nighter than any proper northern event, would like to avoid Bretby but if we did for example then be clashing with Keele for next one, do know a few moved on afterwards to either Bretby or togetherness.

Crowdwise well words getting around a lot of travellers from all over the place down south, midlands and so on and a fair few doing their second visit, crowd yet again made the nite, bit subdued earlier on but made up for it later. Always lots of good comments on the feel and the attitude of the crowd, friendly, up for it being just some of the descriptions.

Photos - well watch out a roving digital camera was busy on the nite, so expect a few laughs, portraits, and all the rest on site

Anyway think thats the end of this lengthy piece, overall after a shakey start, a few problems, and the nite picked up to a well enjoyable one, some well ouch sounds were being dished out by the regulars with the guests doing the buisness as well. The second room format seems to be a winner.Have another all star line up for next one
Think most of the hiccups were ironed out after the first hour or so. Apoligies if any of them had a bad effect on your nite, think most were due to the having new staff,

The manager apoligies for the floor, again it was his first northern one, and think said floor was ideal for ballroom.
He said that will repeat the drinks promotion at the next one in recognition of the problems


Big thanks as always from all the Monkey Team to all members who supported the event, and all those who have helped with event, spread the word and flyers and as we say without you there be no monkey

Next one is 28 Sep

Note: All DMSC members feel free to pass on your views of last nites event, enjoyed it? suggestions? points? and so on
We thrive on feedback!! Just hit that comments
By Mike in Articles ·

The First Monkey Preview CD June 2002

Due to the rush of membership applications, running low on the free preview cd. Only a few left.


Track listing and sleeve notes are in the "read more" section.

To join please use the
Join Club link on the left! for info: heres notes that be with cd


OK heres the first monkey GBH preview, rough as .... Cd
Done in typical monkey style, raw, off the cuff, last minute and in a rush
No fancy mixing, balancing, sound levelling or other stuff
majority of tracks off vinyl, some of dodgy tapes, radio, mobile phones
and most clipped to about 1 min 30 sec and you even have to cut out your own
sleeves!


But all we say........... check out the content!!

First one the spotlight falls mainly on our two regulars
Andy Rix and Rob Thomas
with a stunning line up of all sorts
Thrown together current floor fillers, one offs, alt versions, recent floor
fillers that were first plays for them, class revivals and more
Track listing below
Anyway whole thing was yet just another excuse for us to hammer some more
quality soul, check out website for more listings info and so on, from all
djs
So wack it in, turn stereo up to the " let the whole street hear it "
setting
and stand by...

DRUNKEN MONKEY - 22 nd JUNE - That days not gonna be long enough!


Tracks

Done for ease and quickness in session style
The Anorack Monkey is still missing after recent crimewatch appearance, so
all info, notes and listings well dodgy
7 sessions with a couple of fillers at end

Track 1
i gotta get away-tommy good-jobete acetate
its time- seven souls - cover
Shes not the marrying kind -Kenny Lewis - Audio Acetate
Im Not Satisfied -Dream team-Gregory
Shes wanted - Larrys Boys - Virtue acetate
Sock it to me - Commotions - RCA Custom acetate

Track 2
Nothings to good for my baby - springers - alt version
Try My Love - Moses Smith - Unissued
Mr Misery - Alt version - played by pat brady as robbie lawson back in time
you made a man out of me-scott english-associated acetate
with this love and what you got - the jean wells just popped out for fags
band - select sound acetate

Track 3
Crying Time(Instrumental)- The Boys in the Best Instru This Century Band!
Dont Let The Door Hit You Back -Cashmeres - Edgewood acetate alt version
switch around-wallie hawkins and rose marie mcoy-beltone acetone - the top
sound of recent prestatyn
in one ear and out of the other-cindy scott-virtue acetate
dont stop-royal five-impact stop acetate

Track 4
running back-charles mintz- up look- ouch how good!
thats the same thing-masquaders-soul town
If ever I needed you -little dooley -koko
i should cry-ronnie walker-virtue acetate
the thrill of lovin you-jimmy radcliffe-jaysina acetate

track 5
small things (make a difference) -keli osborne-new bag
i want to be free-admirations-peaches
whos that kissing you tonight-herman lewis-bell sound acetate
I cant turn my back on you-vince apollo-impereial sound acetate
just the way i feel-faye and hilletes-audio acetate
four strong winds-daisy burris-deesu
i gotta find a way(to get you back)-tammi terell

track 6
keep on searching-brenda jackson-sunshine sound
im bringing home-tony mason-april and blackwood acetate
gonna get even-ray williams-space
nobody else-royal five-impact sound acetate
baby-young brothers-soul power
speak on up-joe king-prix

track 7
you left me-admirations-peaches
Just A Boys Dream.-Willie Hutch & the Phonetics
love is allright-jesse james-virtue acetate.
where did they go-faye and hillettes - Audiodisc acetate
Getting together - Dreamlovers - Virtue acetate

two karaoke
dont stop none-mayfield players
back streets - detroit Symphony
By Mike in Event News ·

New Century Nighter - News, Info and DJ timings

NEW CENTURY SOUL CLUB ALLNIGHTER SATURDAY JULY 31ST - MAIN ROOM DJ TIMES.

Just a quick posting with the main room DJ Times
for the NEW CENTURY SOUL CLUB ALLNIGHTER this coming Saturday night AT THE NEW CENTURY HOUSE, CORPERATION STREET, MANCHESTER.

DJ TIMES.

9PM - 10PM STEVE THOMAS.

10PM - 11PM COLIN KIDSON.

11PM - 12 M/N - STEVE CSORDAZS.

12M/N - 1AM - ROGER BANKS.

1AM - 2AM - CARL WILLINGHAM.

2AM - 3AM - MARK BICKNELL.

3AM - 4AM - MICK H.

4AM - 5AM - KITCH.

5AM - 6AM - SEAN CHAPMAN.

6AM - 7AM - KARL RHODES.

All DJs please note as we are a 10 hour/10 DJ event please stick to time and running order, and arrive on stage in good time for your set, thank you.

Also Dont forget we welcome the FLIPSIDE R&B CLUB to the venue downstairs in the second room wit DJs TEDDY COULDSTONE, HORSE, JOE DUTTON, MARK STEWART, MACE PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS CARL WILLINGHAM AND ROGER BANKS.

If you are hitting Manchester early please check out THE DUCIE BRIDGE WARM UP SESSION opp the venue with STEVE CATO and friends from 7pm through to 10pm - admission free, chill out and warm up over a few beers before the allnighter starts.


Looking forward to seeing you all there, for further details check out www.newcenturysoul.co.uk

Regards - Mark Bicknell.
By Mark Bicknell in Event News ·

New Book Who the Hells Frank Wilson


 
PAOLO HEWITT : AUTHOR JOURNALIST. " Petes story is really pacey and exciting so my question is " Who The Hells Pete McKenna " and more importantly should you read his book ? As the man himself once sang " Indeed you should ".
MARK SARGEANT : MUSIC EDITOR SCOOTERING MAGAZINE. " Sums up the essence of the " golden era " incorporating the seven esses - substances scooters skinheads sex and seven inch soul gems. A fictional journey back to the worlds first superclub. A sizzling scintillating story ".

JOHN KING : AUTHOR. " I got into Petes story quickly and it works well, chugging along at a good pace. It is a powerful book I can easily imagine as a good film ".

PETE HAIGH : DJ FEATURE WRITER. " Petes second opus is a mix of fact and fiction about 70s life in the northern soul underground and what you get is more " Lock Stock And Northern Soul ". Pete lets you live the life whether you want to live it again or just enjoy the ride. Only you can say and I wonder what Frank will think ? ".
Website currently under construction. Demand is hgh so get in early by getting on the mailing list or order a copy by contacting the following.

" WHO THE HELLS FRANK WILSON ? " IS OUT MID AUGUST AVAILABLE INITIALLY FROM TWISTED SAMURAI PUBLISHING,
PO BOX 723,
LANCASTER LA1 5WT.
PRICE : CHEQUES OR POSTAL ORDERS FOR £6.99 + £1.99 POST PACKING. 
 

By Mike in News Archives ·

Memories of the 1962 Motown Revue

According to Joe Billingslea of the Contours, "some inhospitable Southerners fired rifles at the Motor Town Special tour buses, many of the hotels on that famous 1962 Motown trek were dumps, the buses was hot and rickety, but overall it was a fabulous tour.
In 1962, a Detroit photographer came along for the ride, and Curtis E. Woodson’s new book about the trip is being launched this week.
“Memories of The 1962 Motown Revue — A Photographic Journal” captures scenes from Motown founder Berry Gordy, Jr.s road show, that featured Marv Johnson, Mary Wells, the Marvelettes, the Miracles, Marvin Gaye, Martha Reeves & the Vandellas, the Contours, the Supremes, Singin Sammy Ward and the Choker Campbell Orchestra.
Woodson was the shows official photographer but for more than 40 years, the 100 odd photographs, shot during performances in Washington, D.C., Boston and Birmingham, Ala., have never been published or seen by the public.
Photo: Diana Ross, left, Mary Wilson and Florence Ballard of The Supremes and Rosalind Holmes of the Vandellas.
 
By Mike in News Archives ·

Write a Love Letter to Luther

The Verve Music Group and the American Diabetes Association will kick off “Write a Love Letter to Luther,” a national fundraising campaign for musician Luther Vandross, on August 3. “Write a Love Letter to Luther” offers fans the opportunity to write encouraging letters to Vandross, who suffered a diabetes-related stroke earlier this year. The letters will be accompanied by contributions to the American Diabetes Association (ADA).
August 3 is being called the “Love Letter to Luther Day” and has gained many supporters around the country, including the mayors of Los Angeles, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Raleigh, N.C. and Dallas.
The love letter campaign is being launched in conjunction with Verve’s release of Forever, For Always, For Luther, a benefit CD featuring 10 of Vandross’ greatest hits as performed by fellow soul and jazz musicians. The album was released on July 27.
On October 22, a gala will be held in New York City to benefit ADA featuring several of the artists on Forever, For Always, For Luther. At the concert, the ADA will present the love letters to Vandross’ family and announce the results of the fundraising campaign.
Supporters can send their love letters to Luther along with their contributions to the American Diabetes Association:
American Diabetes Association Forever, For Always, For Luther Fund
1701 North Beauregard
Alexandria, VA 22311
For more information call 1-800-DIABETES or visit www.diabetes.org/letterstoluther.
Web source: jazztimes.com

By Mike in News Archives ·

Plinston This Friday

Ok, who is going to the Big....NO! STOP THERE!!! Just a quick reminder that despite the Hembsy rally being on your lovely cuddly DJs at the Plinston Hall will be hosting another evening of across the board Rare Soul, R&B etc this Friday 5th November from 8pm with guests Sean Chapman, Dave Halsall. Tickets are now on sale at the princely sum of £6 from the Box Office on 01462-672003 or reserved on door by emailing us at nh6tsmafia@aol.com. Im guesting at long last in the Mojo Room (hooray for me!) so if you like your R&B pop in and see me....please. TheBigO
By TheBigO in News Archives ·

Celebrate New Years Eve at The Parkside Social Club, Bramhall, Nr Stockport.

Celebrate New Years Eve at The Parkside Social Club, Bramhall, Nr Stockport.
Fabulous DJ line up,6 hours of top quality music. Full Hot and Cold Buffet and a free New Years prize draw with some brilliant prizes.I know it is a long way off but anyone wishing to come and stop over in Stockport will have to book hotels etc and also secure their tickets from me as we know it is going to be a sell out.
I can supply hotel and taxi information if you ring me on 0161 285 0130 or email me on hitsville45@aol.com but you will have to be quick as we have been round all the hotels and we have found two that are within a mile of the venue and have rooms at very reasonable rates.
Thanks.
Hopefully see you there.
Alan Pollard
By Mike in Event News ·

Soul Jewellery online website

Thanks to soulgirl who posted up a link and info, can pass on word of a new site for " Soul Jewellery"  
"A unique site and a unique opportunity to purchase solid gold effigys of Northern Soul keepsakes"
few pics below of some of the products on offer
  
 
can visit site thru soul source links here
By Mike in News Archives ·

On The Scene - Latest Issue out and about

 
While you can view the Soul Source online event guide when out and about through your mobile phone, its not always that practical, lucky enough there is a fine publication that can pick up at events, thats free and keeps you in touch with just what is on and when (and can safely take into bath)
A long winded way of just passing on word that the latest issue of "On The Scene" is out!

 
 
By Mike in News Archives ·

Godfather of Soul Does Jazz

Tomorrow, July 20, Verve Records will issue for the first time on CD James Brown's 35-year-old jazz album, "Soul on Top." Recorded in 1969 with the Louie Bellson Orchestra and originally released on King Records, the 12-tune collection features Oliver Nelson's arrangements and Brown's bandmate Maceo Parker Jr.'s tenor sax. Led by longtime Duke Ellington Orchestra drummer Bellson, the support group includes such noteworthies as bassist Ray Brown and alto saxophonist Ernie Watts. In the LP's original liner notes, penned by jazz scribe Leonard Feather, Brown commented, "At heart I've always been a jazz man. When I was just a kid in Macon, Ga., during amateur shows, I went up onstage with some of those name bands that passed through town. I've never forgotten the impression those big-band sounds made on me." Brown's performance on the album includes vocal improvisations teeming with his trademark squeals, "uh-huhs" and "good Gods." Among the tracks are such low-lights romantic standards as "That's My Desire" and "It's Magic." Brown puts a jazz spin on Hank Williams' "Your Cheating Heart" and stretches out on two of his big hits, "It's a Man's, Man's, Man's World" and "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag," given the big-band jazz treatment by Nelson. The CD also contains a previously unissued version of Brown's 1968 hit, "There Was a Time," co-written by Brown and Bud Hobgood. (Web ref: Reuters/Billboard)
By Guest in News Archives ·

Llandudno Niter - review 18 July - on a upper

Llandudno Niter Like the boy who lives next to the school always being late, this event was on 500m from where live and still didn’t manage to get their till 230am, as got attacked my sleep fiend.

In past always a bit wary about writing views on local events, as may see it from a different perspective. But nowadays its a case of just do own thing so here you go. Llandudno being my home town am always keen to see such events do well, promoters off this event do things their own way, and at times has to be said in past dont always agree with way do some things. However that’s just my own personal punter view and not important in whole scheme of things. Not sure how many years its been running regular 7? so their methods work. However looking at the line up booked for this one have to say that this line up core looks like was strongest around the uk this weekend mark bicknell carl willingham kev murphy carole roger banks little scotty ricey gary beattie

Walked into Mark Bicknell set , who was letting out a strong set of top rarities, Jimmy Burns, Ivories had missed Roger Banks and earlier sets Carl Willingham was up next and carried on his superb form he is in at moment with yet another great set. Highlights being yet again Teardrops Soul (bros?) inc and his latest newie/biggie - Survivours - Baby, heard this first time at New Century other week and have to say its a good one. As more than likely know Carl is retiring from dj-ing with finishing his dj-days at Prestatyn 2005, have to say he is going out on top form, and as said before one his strengths in the range of styles he can push out as the venues/crowd demands. Is there such a thing as 5d as got so many dimensions (groan:) Top stuff and he is sure going to be missed come next year. Kev Murphy double decking with Andy McCabe on next - Sonattas - Going on down the road kicking things off with a set that included a bit of a motown session. 7 O Clock and time for Little Scotty to finish nite, fresh from New century event at Wolverhampton he finished the night as he only does.

 Heard numbers where up on last one and while healthy as with a fair few events nowadays it could have done with few more just to lift the buzz and feel of nite. Though i certainly enjoyed it. Fair few travelers and few muckers turned up unannounced, London, Cambridge, Stoke, Midland, North West, and so on well represented. Fair few locals there but not as many as last time. Myself though got there late found it most enjoyable, was good to see event on the up and a strong dj line up is always a winner for me. As said Dave P and Garry B do things their own way, they certainly put effort and organization into this event, hopefully the next one in October the first Saturday will continue the upward trend and if main part of dj line up is as strong am sure this event be back on the map with a bang.

8am saw us spilling out to what has to be the best uplifting view from a niter anywhere, Llandudno bay, glorious welsh sunshine as well, unfortunately the alldayers after are no longer at moment so that was that.

Next one OCT 2ND Line up as it occurs
By Mike in Articles ·

Hideaway Club Manchester Lookback 30 Oct 04

Car still dead thanks to the usual yorkshire curse coming into play at lifeline last week, so this weekend was looking grim till was saved by a phone call from Steve offering a lift to the Hideaway up in Manchester.
Never been before so yeah why not. Full car set off, dodgy internet maps and fact Picadilly station has 6 fronts led to a bit of a walk from carpark but got there in end. Nites are upstairs in a smart pub and soon as walked in could tell were in for a good nght by feel of place. Place well busy. Good to see Pete Coulson straight away who havent seen for a long time and also bumped into Miss Popcorn who knew but not by her online alais. The Very Best in Club Sixties Club Sounds and New Breed RnB is how it was billed on a old flyer and thats what got with emphasis on the RnB. Have read/heard a right old bag of spanners about RnB in past, as seems with a lot of soul related subjects/terms, just cause some people havent a clue what some terms mean it doesnt stop them making their own defintion up and shouting it. Have heard all sorts refereed to as RnB on travels, espically amongst oldies freaks, if dont know it or not catchy uptempo -it must be RnB, and then usually follows a triade of nonsense quotes that just dont make sense.
Well next time someone wants to try give me earache like that I will grab their left ear and drag em straight to next Hideaway, so can actually hear what is a night with a "strong" RnB flavour. Anyway forget the rant, Yep it was a very good nite, when you get djs who know how to dish RnB/soul the right way its as good as it gets, eveything worked and matched well, even version of "enjoy yourself" fitted in with nite. Crowd wise, as said great feel, could tell that was crowd well into enjoying their music and that "into the music" feel gave nite a great buzz.
Vinyl wise a lot on offer and lot of stuff that dont usually see , again ... there was that "into the music" feel. Djs line up, apoligies if missed anyone (think I have) think all 3 residents were on, with guest DJ being Hoss with Neil Henderson, Mike Warburton, Paul Welsby , think was a case of 2 sets each, with a special Dave Godin Tribute 3 at end.
Scrounged a couple of 5 interesting plays from Hoss and Paul
Hoss 5 Interesting Plays:
Cora Woods - Flying Home to you baby
Oliver Joy - Keep Love Growing
Jimmy Ricks - Take a Trip
Connectors - Whole Lotta Woman
K D Emerson - Every Woman I know (being a Hoss "top cheapie get it whileyou can type tip"
Says all went down well with floor
Paul W 5 Interesting Plays
Joe Baatan - Special Girl - Fania - (see later note)
The Drifters - If you Dont Come Back - Atlantic
Sam Cook - Thats It I Quit Im Moving On -UK RCA
Donnie Elbert -Wild Child - Deluxe
Ronnie Hawkings - southern Love - Roulette
Lots of other highlights thru nite, four winds, both gladys ts, to name three and have to say it was one of them nites where head was full of must remember that one and then, need that name embeded, what was other one called again
Two records knocked me out and both could be said completely different one a latin flavoured great 60s fest and other a 50s top 20 rnb hit first up - one been banging meself out and was first time have heard it out elsewhere (even though been told its an old mod fav) sounded great and had great reaction
Second up was the second last record was being played (this one) sounded great for first minute and a half but then out of nowhere this break come in, which thanks to the sound system sounded awesome ...
play this even louder
two not rare, not typical, not traditional, but who cares, i certainly enjoyed them and that was that, was a great nite, music wise most refreshing, as said whole nite had a "into the music" feel , and any nite which has me overloaded with "must remembers" is a good one in my book
Thanks to all involved for a great nite, And thanks of course to s+l for lift
Next one sat 27 nov - Guests Damian Hewitt - Lee Davies
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Soulvation - The Best Of Northern Soul DVD

Info from the NC Soulshop where it is available at £15.99 inc uk postage and packing
"Soulvation - The Best Of Northern Soul" DVD
A brand new DVD release ....
This is the best of Northern Soul-Classic Anthems from the original underground dance music scene performed by the legendary original artists!
Includes previously unseen footage, exclusive interviews, plus an informative 24 page booklet

 
Two video performances, "Everybodys Going To A Love In" by Bob Brady & The Con-Chords and the Artistics Chicago classic "Hope We Have" that have never been released before, and there is also lots of previously unseen interview footage.
Performances include "Do I Love You" - Frank Wilson, "I Have Faith In You" - Edwin Starr,"Reconsider" Brenda Holloway," "Baby Reconsider" - Leon Haywood, "Helpless" - Kim Weston Selfish One" - Jackie Ross, "Let Me Down Easy" - Betty Lavette, and "Youre Gonna Make Me Love You" - Sandi Sheldon.

An informative 24 page booklet spotlighting the many sides of the whole Northern scene

 
Launch party for the "Soulvation - The Best Of Northern Soul" DVD -New Century Souls Wolverhampton Wulfrun Hall Saturday November 13
The launch party for the "Soulvation - The Best Of Northern Soul" DVD will be held at New Century Souls Wolverhampton Wulfrun Hall extravaganza on Saturday November 13 . Clips from the film will be shown on screens on stage, along with the usual Soulvation interactive with the dance floor graphics.

Special show at the NCSC 1st Anniversary Allnighter Manchester Cinema on Nov 27
The film will be also be shown in the "cinema" at New Century Souls Manchester 1st Anniversary all-nighter on Saturday November 27 and featured on the Soulvation supplied graphics in the main room during the all-nighter

More info on all New Century Soul Events can be found at the New Century website
http://www.newcenturysoul.co.uk
 
Info from the NC Soulshop where it is available at £15.99 inc uk postage and packing


 
By Mike in News Archives ·

Thornton Sisters - The Ditchdiggers Daughters

As often happens was doing a bit of searching, stumbled across some interesting information, it made a nice change to hear a uplifting story for a change, as sometimes when looking up artists information the stories behind the 45s can be a bit down.
Thornton Sisters - The Ditchdiggers Daughters
Was just looking thru ebay completed bids" the other day and noticed the Thornton Sisters 45 "I Keep Forgetting/Ooh-Poo-Pah-Doo" on the Cuppy label up there.

Always been a fan of their "rough and ready" "Big City Boy" 45 outing on Bobsan, As you more than likely know, usually a bit of a dig may just throw up one or two small bits of info, if lucky! But this time, this "dig" was quite suprising, due to the amount of information that come up on the screen, regarding the Thornton Sisters. It seems that they are quite famous, not really so much for their musical achievements but for the fact they turned their back on the "bright lights" and all that, to concentrate on "proper" jobs and lifestyles.

 
All down to their father who guided them to make sure their lifes were worthwhile. As this story of a father and his 6 daughters is covered by a book " The Ditch Diggers Daughters" a tv movie/series and even was featured on a Oprah show, thought rather than letting you suffer my words, will put up below a series of clips, links and photos which will tell the story that much better. Suggest follow the links as they lead to more info, and also try the search engines as more articles will show up. A clip from (note link no longer valid)

The Ditchdiggers Daughter is an inspiring portrait by a loving daughter of a father whose pervasive common sense, folk wisdom, and untutored but right-on insights gave his children their road map to a better life. It is the story of a man who dared to dream that his black daughters would someday become doctors–and who guided them to achieve the seemingly impossible goals he set for them. It is also the story of an astute businessman who formed his bright and talented girls into a rhythm-and-blues band that played Harlems Apollo theatre and won a recording contract, which Donald tore up when he discovered it required his girls to leave school. Instead, the Thornton sisters played colleges on weekends, earning enough money to pay for their education, yet not allowing their music to interfere with their studies.
A article from the Temple Times 1997
http://www.temple.ed...
They took honors five times at the Apollo Theater in Harlem and appeared on Ted Macks Amateur Hour. Offered a record contract, the daughters considered abandoning college for music careers. Again, their father steered them in the right direction. "Music is fine for now," he told them, "but nobody wants a 40-year-old musician. "Now a 40-year-old doctor, thats something else."
 

Ok that sets the scene follow the links and can read the full story, maybe sounds a bit "afternoon television" but I found it interesting and good to read positive, smile on your face stories about the artists who gave us this great music. Hopefully of interest all above was news to me, though the "Ditchdiggers Daughters" did ring a bell but never connected it to the Thornton Sisters.
Comments posted on this article in past issues of soul source
Guest Posted: 2004/2/3 20:56 Updated: 2004/2/3 20:56 DITCH DIGGERS DAUGHTERS
I wanted to know if you can tell me if there is a place I could purchase the made for TV movie on the DTICH DIGGERS DAUGHTERS? IF so please email me
Guest Posted: 2004/3/26 16:57 Updated: 2004/3/26 16:57 Re: DITCH DIGGERS DAUGHTERS
Hi! Im Dr. Thornton. Just give me your address and I will send you a copy. Please respond to my home e-mail  Hope to hear from you soon. Have a great weekend.
Guest Posted: 2004/4/1 21:57 Updated: 2004/4/1 21:57
A copy of the Movie I would like to get a copy of the movie, Ditchdiggers Daughter? Where can I find it.
Guest Posted: 2004/9/30 4:02 Updated: 2004/9/30 4:02 Re: A copy of the Movie
I am Dr. Thornton (alto saxophone). If you want a copy of the movie. I will send you a complimentary copy. My e-mail is stork1947@yahoo.com
Guest Posted: 2004/10/26 1:22 Updated: 2004/10/26 1:22 DITCHDIGGERS DAUGHTERS
Please email information on obtaining the VHS TV movie of the DITCHDIGGERS DAUGHTERS. This is an exceptionally inspiring movie. I have (3)daughters of my own. I know they will enjoy it.!! genexcell@yahoo.com
site note - please ask not to email this site asking where you can buy this film, I have no idea unfortunately
 
added 2016
well after x amount of years just spotted the film is now on youtube
 
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Sleepless Dublin

Not sure which section this should get posted too. Another packed nite, big buzz with Richie in Town and he delivered a stonker! 19months and growin From the memory cells that still work (not in order) Mark Threadgold Mr Soul - What Happened To Yesterday- Genuine The Embers- First Time - JCP TSU Toronados- Please Heart Dont Break- Rampart Street Vanguards - Gotta Have Love -Lamp ET White - Gotta Find A True Love- Great Potential Celeste hardie - Youre Gone- Reynolds Persuasions - Summer Ride- Erica (Constellations C/u) Othella Robertson - So In Love- Baby Luv Dottie&Millie - Talkin About My Baby- Topper Yvonne Daniels - Dont Want To Get Away From Your Love-Sterling Gwen Owens - Just Say Your Wanted And Needed- Velgo Joe Simon- Just Like Yesterday- Irral Rosemary - Not Too Much For You Baby- Federal Marion James - Im The Woman For You- K&J Larry Birdsong - Somebody Help Me- Surspeed Eddie Bo - From This Day On- SevenB Jimmie Raye - Philly Dog Around The World- KKC Cliff Nobles - My Love Is Getting Stronger- J-V records Claude Huey- Why Would You Blow It- Galaxy Jeff Dale- Where Did I Go- Atco Chuck Thomas - What Happened Baby- Band Box Al Reed - Sorry About That- Axe Yvonne Carol - Stuck On You- Domain Karl Mitchell Baby Washington: Leave Me Alone- Sue The Diplomats - Cards on the table - Arock Harvey Averne - Never learned to dance - Uptite Fats Domino - If you dont know what love is - Sparton Popcorn Wylie - Brand new man - Epic Little Gigi - I volunteer - Decca The Miracles - If your mother only new - Tamla Stewart Ames - Angelina, oh Angelina - J&W Bobby Joy - You sweet devil you - Tangerine Melvin Boyd - Exit loneliness enter love - Era The Exits - you got to have money - Gemini Rosco&Barbara - Could this be love - Old Town Barbara Acklin - Just aint no love - Brunswick Danny Duggan Darrell Banks - Somebody Somewhere Bobby Bland - Yum Yum tree Isonics - Sugar Isley Brothers - Why when love has gone Temptations - My baby Terry Callier - Look at me know Dells - Its all up to you Charles Johnson - never had a love so good Moments - Nine times Gloria Scott - A case of too much lovemaking Chubby&Turnpikes - I didn't try Tyrone Ashley - I want my baby back Four Perfections - im not strong enough Eddie Bishop - Call me Ty Karim - Aint that love enough Ringleaders - baby what has happened Tommy Good - Baby I miss you Richie Conn: Melvin Moore..all of a sudden Si Hightower..I know youre leaving me Unique blends..yes im in love Yum Yums..gonna be a big thing Bill Bush..Im waiting Garland Green ..angel baby Universlal love..its you girl Milton Parker..Women like it harder Chuck Cockerham ..Have I got a right Guitar ray..youre gonna wreck my life Bad Weather..I never knew Drizabone Pressure The Four Tracks..Charade Jan Jones Independant woman Innersection..Im in debt to you Al Mason..Good Loving Joe Tex..I wanna be free Sheri Taylor..He,s the one who rings my bell Timeless Legend..I was born to love you Montclairs ..Hey you Royal Esquires..Aint gonna run no more.. John Dunne: Natural 4: I Thought You Were Mine Jackie Wilson: Because Of You Wade Flemons: Jeanette Archie Bell: 1000 Wonders Beverly + Del Capris: Mama I Think Im In Love Bonnie Herman: Hush Dont Cry Betty Lloyd: Im Catching On Adorables: Ooh Boy! Incredibles: I Cant Get Over Losong Your Love Channel 3: Sweetest Thing Freddie Houston: If I Had Known Sunday: Aint Got No Problems Delegates of Soul: Ill Come Running Back Sister Sledge: Thinking Of You........wouldnt be SN without it!!!!!!!!!...........or would it???????? 4 Tops: Baby I Need Your Loving Next dates November 21 December 19
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Magnificent Montague - Burn Burn Burn - A new book

When rioters in Watts, California, began shouting "Burn, Baby! BURN!" in the turmoil of 1965, they were echoing the most popular cry on rhythm-and-blues radio: The trademark of Magnificent Montague, the most exciting R&B disc jockey ever to stroll through Soulsville.
In Los Angeles on KGFJ, and earlier in New York on WWRL, Montague yelled "Burn!" whenever he was playing a record that moved him. His listeners followed suit, calling Montague and shouting "Burn!" on the air. The emotion in that exchange reverberated with as much excitement as the music of Stevie Wonder, Sam Cooke and Otis Redding.
Now, in his autobiography, to be published in October, 2003, by University of Illinois Press, Montague tells the story of his days on the mike and his simultaneous, hidden life as one of the most passionate collectors of African American memorabilia in the U.S. The intertwining of Montagues dual lives makes "Burn, Baby! Burn!" one of the most historically informative books on entertainment and the most entertaining history book around
As it says a new book out this month, check out the site for clips of the book, sound clips and more
http://www.magnificentmontague.com

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