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Friday 14th March ITV1 11.30pm SOUL (Sounds of Underground London) This week its Northern Soul time Mark Lamarr traces the development of the Northern Soul scene, which flourished in the unlikely surroundings of Wigan and was the best kept secret of the 1970s. Dave Godin recalls introducing his school friend Mick Jagger to black music and his own role in founding the eclectic Soul City, Tamla-Motown and Deep Soul labels. Those not in the ITV1 region can tune in via cable / sky. Dont ask me technical things like "how", you just can.

By Guest in News Archives · March 12, 200322 yr

Plinston gets better and better. Neil and the North Herts 6Ts Mafia put so much into this and it shows! Always friendly, always good music - something for everyone. Soul Sam - always brilliant too! With 3 rooms - no one can complain. Next one in May - if you havent been - WHY NOT?! - come and see for yourself, if you have - then see you there! KarenB :-)

plus below from big o and gang

Hi all,

A HUGE thank you to the 300+ who turned up to make the last event what almost all are agreed was the best Plinston yet! Soul Sam was fantastic, the atmosphere brill and the music spot on! The next night is set for Friday May 9th with our guests Tony Warot and Pete Hulutt joining Hammie, Fingers and TheBigO in the Main Hall, with Leon, Ab, Fingers and Dave Edwards in the R&B
Mojo Room and Soul Sam, Taffy and Nathan in The Ghetto! spinning those Modern/Crossover gems!

Another 400 sell-out is on the cards so get your
tickets early from either the box office on 01462-672003 or the lovely Jane
on 01462-731543. (Any web sites please post the details of the next night on your sites-cheers)

On 2 separate notes: We are trying to secure the smash play Once Upon A Time in Wigan for a short run at the Plinston. We are communicating with the people behind it and will keep you updated on this. Also we have a limited
run of rather groovy A3 colour posters for sale at the princely sum of £6 each for those that want to jazz up their walls. An example is below and if
interested drop us a line and we will mail you the full set of scans asa!)

Right, thats all. See you on the 9th we hope.

Keep The Faith,

North Herts 6Ts Mafia

By Mike in News Archives · March 12, 200322 yr

Both Friday and Saturday niters were great, top sessions from all djs, busy early on with numbers fading off in early hours.Lots of laughs, chat, catch up, and of course great sounds
Sounds wise, loads of stop me in my tracks, and loads more to add to the list,
Billed DJ line up was : Butch, Andy Dyson, Roger Banks, Bob Hinsley, Carl Willingham, Dave Rimmer, Chris Anderton, Derek Pearson, John Weston, Chic, Cliff Steele, Eddie Engle, Alex Jones, and Bernard.
Caught 95% of above and all did the buisness to my ears
Copped a load of great sounds upstairs bit as well, a lot of quality 70s+
Going for a chill out moment upstairs and instead being treated to Bob H doing a 6ts uptempo uproar spot,
Overall a great weekend, great sounds. a laugh and everything worked well.(With the added attraction on me doorstep)
2004 - put me down
Big thanks to promoters, these things must take a lot of effort and time,hats off
Next years dates up as soon as out

By Mike in News Archives · March 11, 200322 yr

A quick line to say that last Fridays event at the Plinston was the best yet (despite numbers being down to 300 due to illness and having too good a time at the weekender the week before!!). All 3 rooms were buzzing and Soul Sam went down a storm, playing a superb set of Modern/Crossover gems in the Main Hall that saw the floor packed and then a connissuer set in the upstairs Ghetto that made the room buzz! Top man, top set!! All the DJs did a great job in getting the dance floor packed throughout with a perfect mixture of old and new to create what many have said was our best night ever. Roll on May 9th with guests Tony Warot and Pete Hulutt and all 3 rooms open again......Herts-Full of Soul! TheBigO (* I just wanted to add here my thanks to the unsung heroes of the 6Ts Mafia, those people that distribute the flyers for us up and down the country for no other reason than they wish to help and without whom the club would not be the success it is. So, pat on the back to Winston, Juliette, Lollipop Pete, Paul & Trish, Nick Brown and cow pat on the head to Kay. Cheers people, its appreciated.)

By Mike in News Archives · March 9, 200322 yr

Website news
Prestatyn 2003 still having a knock on effect and as now taking a break at home from Llandudno Conniseurs one it could be some time before normal service is resumed!!
Anyway just a quick bit of DMSC news for you
More to come

Latest news

Check out Wire FMs Sunday Soul Soul with Steve Fletcher tomorrow
Holding a competiton for free tickets for next dmsc at springfield and monkey preview cds

Current Score

Its all kicking off on Friday 21 March, with the return of Monkey Mayhem
2002 saw the Monkey get things going with a series of fresh, quality rare UK Soul nites at the Springfield.
Sacking all old school crap and doing things our own way .. all had a right old time,
Now its March 2003 and after bit of a break from uk side of life we are back

As last year going give you the best of quality rare soul
got best and freshest UK top independant quality rare soul djs around lined up
backed with a ever growing number of on the up rare soul fiends
passion, love of soul and bollocks is what we ask for
only music policy have is tell djs to go for throats
just hit crowd with quality rare soul, no messing, no safety, no cop outs
just plain in your face exciting soul
Clashes:
As had a few asking
We try and avoid clashing with clubs offering similar styles of quality rare soul and djs
All dates for all DMSC at Springfield 2003 were planned and annouced last year, at time all dates were clear
since then some clubs have annouced dates that clashes with ones that we annouced.
Not a lot we can do when that happens, no big thing for us

heres dates for rest of dmsc 2003 at springfield

MARCH 21ST- FRIDAY
MAY-23 RD -FRIDAY
JUNE-7TH -SATURDAY
AUGUST-23RD-SATURDAY
NOVEMBER -7TH -FRIDAY

Full details of Mar 21 event on the way

By Mike in News Archives · March 8, 200322 yr

The March Caledoniasoul night in Glagow has been moved due to a double booking. The popular 60s Northern event at the Woodside Social Club was to feature Keith Money on Saturday 22 March but will now be held on Saturday 29 March instead at the same venue. Unfortunately Keith cant make it, but, another guest is being lined up and regulars Lenny and martin will be there. Call Martin before setting off on 07887 633437 to verify.

By Mike in News Archives · March 3, 200322 yr

Just a quick line for the masses (or should that be massive! BO!) re: membership for the Plinston. We have had loads of mails on this point and so thought wed post the answer here to end confusion...... Membership IS optional and NOT required for entry. You can get it on the night if you wish. Wed suggest you do apply as in future lives acts, allnighters etc will be members only. So, in conclusion, you do not need to have membership before the night (March 7th.) TheBigO

By Mike in News Archives · March 2, 200322 yr

Prestatyn 2003 Midnight Hour Northern and Modern SOUL Weekender Hours to go The buzz going around is almost deafening. "See you at Prestatyn" has almost become "the" catch phase amongst soul fans world wide over the last few weeks. Major current and legendary soul stars lined up, the best and respected quality soul djs, 4 major venues, top facilities, quality accommodation, 24 hour soul radio, top grade organisation, just a few of the reasons why people are heading to the North Wales Coast this weekend. The inaugural one last year has been described by soul fans as "breathe of fresh air and for me personally was the event of the year" "a event for soul fans run by soul fans". "Just got back from Prestatyn in fact to sum up the whole weekend in a word....AWESOME." Latest News : Gwen Owens (just one of the many soul stars lined up) did a live link up via phone on Steve Fletchers Sunday soul show on Wire FM radio show and her enthusiasm and professionalism just shined through. Gwen says really looking forward to being part of the Prestatyn experience Accommodation - Two person accommodation available at 40 pounds per person, this is for the whole 3 nights package, and is aimed at those who would rather not share larger rooms or those who want a flexible lo-cost option. Normal packages starting at £35 a person still available Check out www.soul-weekenders.co.uk

By Mike in News Archives · February 26, 200322 yr

From Soul Talk Discussion list > tune in to Radio 4 > tomorrow (Thursday) for Womans Hour at 10-11am which will feature > Northern Soul DJs. I know the 100 Clubs resident from the early 90s, > Val Palmer, is on and I think Jo Wallace is on too. It should be > interesting. Spoken to Jo and seems she and others may be on

By Mike in News Archives · February 26, 200322 yr

Limestreet Dunkenfield Manchester A flying visit by meself and Kit to Sid and Bernadettes recently started event up (second one?) on the furthest from home side of Manchester. As always lol in finding event, if anyone wants to know difference between Hyde Town Hall and Dunkerfield Town Hall ask us cause we now know, along with many other east manchester landmarks. Thanks to Bernadette for looking after us, and Sid and John P who made us very welcome. The Birchfield crowd were the guests on and Biff, Dave and Chris Penn dished out the sounds that wow Widnes missed out on waterhole max thingy, but as said caught some nice stuff and all kept floor busy Sid finished nite off with a tidy selection Cause of navigation skills and other things only had a short time there but it all seemed to fly past and most enjoyable Been told next one next month features amongst the guests a certain dmsc connection with a steve thomas and a mike h

By Mike in News Archives · February 26, 200322 yr

Ah the next night is almost upon us (Friday 7th March) and the ticket lines are begining to light up with the sound of those happy soulsters eager to partake of the unique atmosphere and the chance to experience the opening of all 3 rooms at North Herts No 1 venue. However, those that are still too tight to part with £5 can enter our competition via email to win 2 pairs of tickets for this night and see the start of the mighty SOUL SAMs residency at the Plinston! The competition we are running is still up for grabs. This is because to date we have had some very naff enteries and a whole slew of porno pics sent!!!!!!! So, all you have to do is email us at nh6tsmafia@aol.com and complete the following sentence: I deserve the free tickets because.............. and mark it I have no life - enrich it please! The winners will be notified by email so get to it and experience why we say........Herts - Full Of Soul!!!!! TheBigO

By Mike in News Archives · February 25, 200322 yr

I think I speak for most is saying that I really hoped that the muck-raking would stop after the Crossfire and Rocket events both went ahead successfully. However, although not a member personally, it would appear that the general custard pie slinging and gauntlet throwing on the KTF forum / list has reached silly levels. So... in an ADULT response to these shinanigans the Crossfire promoters have placed a notice on the 6Ts website

By Guest in News Archives · February 21, 200322 yr

S.O.U.L. (Sound of underground London)documentary. Starting Friday 21st February 2003 (11:30pm, ITV1) there is an 8 part TV series covering London based music scenes (influenced by black music) from 50s Teds to Acid Jazz and will inc. a show on Northern soul. Further info posted on Message Board under Soul Dump > The Media

By Guest in News Archives · February 21, 200322 yr

Sales list. Tel 07947114298 email raresoul1@hotmail.com ASK FOR GREG. HOLLIDAYS - I LOST YOU - GROOVE CITY £325 (VERY RARE NOWADAYS) EXCUSES - TRICK BAG - VALISE EX £350 DIPLOMATS - CARDS ON THE TABLE - AROCK £225 ROOSEVELT JONES - I SAY THATS ALRIGHT - SOM £150 JON TEE - CRAZY - JAYTONE W/D VG+ £250 BOBBY WILLIAMS - TELL IT TO MY FACE - LU PINE W/D £75 BILY GILES - IM HURTING - SHOCK £50 CADILLACS - FOOL -ARCTIC £50 CAROL WOODS - HEARTBREAKER - PERFECTO 7 £350 (EX CAROL ANDERSON C/UP MONSTER FROM THE DOME - VERY RARE)

By Mike in News Archives · February 20, 200322 yr

DMSC Llandudno Soul Nites
This Friday : 21 Feb 02
Been keeping this low key, but due to amount of calls had for info and maps thought for a easier life will push info out
Map on website
Long running Llandudno Soul nites now strong at new venue,
no hang ups, no hype, no bullshit (well may be a bit knocking about venue see below)
Just good time, all over the place, all styles Northern North Wales Coast style...soul with a smile
Current uk top sounds, current north wales pleasers, revitalised revivals, all styles, all eras
Djs
Regs
Steve Holyhead Thomas (regular guest at the all quality venues North West and beyond),
Mike H ( Bargain Booze, Netto, 99p Shop)
Plus each time a selection from North Wales Coast finest inc likes of
Chico, Mark Morgan, Ritchie Andrew, Mark Speakman, Bob Shaffer, Pete Banger, Johnny J, Phil Blacknell, Small Paul, and loads more
Plus more offical and unoffical guests from all over the place
Venue : Llandudno Bodafon Farm Park
Where :
know where Pier is , well event is at other end of Llandudno, opposite paddling pool, get on Mostyn St/Mostyn Ave (main high street ) and drive away from Great Orme,
thru town, past asda, thru crag y don, just stay on main road, will come to end of road/t junction, drive straight across thru park enterance,
signs be there, 1/2 mile down country track, building has coloured lights on, follow signs thru stables to door
A isolated converted large farm, with smart facilities, balcony, smart bar, its a park/bird sanctuary in day so watch out for llamas, eagles, owls, hairy cows, goats, funny looking pigs etc, large carpark etc
8- v late , £3 in
Food available as in bbq style, lamb/beef burgers, coffee/tea and rest, normal bar prices
LLANDUDNO SOULNITES
BODAFON FARM PARK
PHONE on door 07719086723
Other DMSC events
Soul At Social - Bangor First Friday of Month -Johnny Js big city Bangor Soul Nites, good time northern
Drunken Monkey At Springfield - Uk Quality Rare Soul, Top Uk quality rare soul Djs , Top quality rare soul nite March 21st
Other North Wales Coast up and coming going ons
Prestatyn Weekender - Midnite Hours Northern and Modern Weekender - "The Big One"
Llandudno Conniseurs Weekend
Llandudno Soul Dragon Niter and Dayer
dates and details can be found on Soul Source website at
https://www.soul-source.co.uk
Other DMSC news
Guests and Djs details for next Drunken Monkey At Springfield March 21st all 100% full details out soon
Offline: Check out North Wales Pioneer for all North Wales Coast Soul going ons inc regular monthly article

By Mike in News Archives · February 19, 200322 yr

Hi All Sidney Barnes live at the CSC THE CAPITOL SOUL CLUB - LONDON (The Dome)
Friday 28-March-2003 Not to be missed

Sidney Barnes will perform a one off PA doing tracks especially for the CSC crowd. Some of the tracks like Safey Zone (unissued) will only be performed at this event. Mr Barnes will also be availible to have a chat and sign autographs,Photos etc. Remember we will try and make this a night a memorable one which will be talked about for years(just like the one a few years back). We have already got people flying in from all over Europe so get your travel arrangements made now!, well see you all at the end of March. Interviews are now up on the CSC site with Stuart Tyler and Paul McNamara plus top tens and some joke stuff plus review updates.

DONT MISS OUT ON THIS NIGHT CAUSE IT WILL BE A ONE OFF. A massive night of Rare 6ts Soul also on the decks with Special guests Paul McNamara & Stuart Tyler plus all the regulars Carl Fortnum,Irish Greg,Alan H & Dave Flynn.

The club runs from 9.30 til 3am (£8) with no admission after Midnight! The Club is Membership only and all details can be found on the club web site. www.capitolsoulclub.homestead.com
thanks everyone
greg,alan,david & carl.
The CSC is run by Soul fans for Soul Fans.

By Mike in News Archives · February 19, 200322 yr

Kev just passed on info on what seems its going to be another TOP QUALITY event to be added to the must go list, check out the djs lined up for this one! North meets South Presents a Northern Soul Spectacular At the legendary Birmingham Locarno (now Zanzibar ) Hurst St Birmingham Sunday 20th April 5pm -3am 10 un-missable hrs of non stop sounds from top DJs Main room AII time classics. all-nighter floorpackers, current monsters and classic favourites ANDY MX&ROB THOMAS/ MICK HI/ BLUE MAX/SAM MOORE/CARL WILINGHAM / ROGER BANKS / SCOTTY / PAUL BALDWIN / KENNY ONIONS /MICK LLOYD AND ROB HAIGH Second room 60S NEWIES, OBSCURITIES AND RARITIES, CONNOISSEURS MOTOWN, R&B AND CROSSOVER FROM ANDY DYSON I ANDY RIX / MICK H/ ROB THOMAS / CARL WILLINGHAM / ROGER BANKS / NICK BROWN / DES PARKER / KENNY ONIONS MARTYN BRADLEY AND JOHN WESTON Plus third room Jazz Funk and Boogie Many Record dealers in attendance To reserve your table Contact Des 01242 231299 or Ian 0161 773 1405 Admission £9 including free membership Information and directions www.northmeetssouth.co.uk Or email info@northmeetssouth.co.uk Or call Karen or Kevin 0151 424 3713

By Mike in News Archives · February 19, 200322 yr

Bit late but word on last weekend was
Lowton Annivesary - heard numbers were a bit down, but was told the modern and R n B rooms were kicking. A well smart legal cd was the freebie

Goldbourne - Had a most enjoyable time , djs inc likes of Carl W, Steve Thomas, Kev Murphy,Terry Davis and more, some great sounds , good crowd, good time was had.

100 Club/Valatones Reports in say up to usual high standards

Anyone get up to Blackpool event and like to pass on, in fact feel free to pass on any word of any decent events!
Clashes, recently been to two events which in past few months have been subject to clashes, this time both were almost clash free and both events went really well.
Suppose theres no easy answer , and know hard to avoid but always seems a bit of a shame like when have decent same style events, competing for the same crowds.

By Mike in News Archives · February 19, 200322 yr

Latest News from Prestatyn May we take this opportunity to thank you for interest on Prestatyn 2003. 16 Days To go! Latest News Report 11 Feb 03 Latest News!! Due to personal reasons, Spyder Turner will not be able to join us at Prestatyn 2003. However at very short notice Lou Pride has agreed to appear. Lou will not only perform his classic tracks in the Northern Soul Room, but will also treat us to a selection from his latest album for Severn Records in the Modern Soul Room. Everyone who has dealt with Lou so far is extremely impressed with his polite and professional manner. Lou is really looking forward to visiting the UK for the very first time and were very pleased to host him. Check out the artists page for the link to Lous bio including the story behind his classic tracks such as "Im coming home in the morning" and more Website for latest news, info, sounds and more http://www.soul-weekenders.co.uk

By Mike in News Archives · February 12, 200322 yr

Now firmly established as a quality regular UK event.It also features a
main room offering quality rare soul from top of the tree UK quality rare
soul djs inc regulars Andy Rix and Rob Thomas. Who along with guests,
(guestwise we just book the best available, from well known and respected
top djs to up and coming rare soul fiends, keywords involved with booking
are passion, quality, soul and bollocks -guests for March details almost
100% will follow soonest) .

Venue: Springfield Hotel
A well smart 1st Class Hotel on A55 Expressway, accomodation available *need
to book early as most times sells out as get many uk wide regs*, swimming
pool, residents after event bar, etc etc.
15 miles from Chester, 50 miles from Manchester, 100 miles Brum

Full details of this and all the other DMSC events can be found at

DMSC team

>From last monkey so not current

Paul Baldwins top 5

The Groove Junkies - Inside my soul
Big Moses - Trust yourself
Anthony Flanagan - Its alright
Michael Procter - Fall Down
Jodie Watley - Photographs
Team Factory featuring Kenny Bobien

Some Phil Blacknell plays on nite

Driza Bone-Real Love-Island
Michael Wycoff-Looking up to you-RCA
Ujima-Im not ready-Epic
Rick Sheppard-Can we share it-Columbia
Vivian Reed-Save your love for me-Atco
Al Hudson-Im about lovin you-Atco
Margie Joseph-Noboby-Volt
The Internatiols-Beauiful Philosophy-Dor
Lisa Stansfield-8-3-1-Arista
Beres Hammoud-Do this world a favor-Rocky Gibbs

By Mike in News Archives · February 10, 200322 yr

Winsford Niter was a enjoyable one , a good crowd and some good sets Seems was last nite for the modern room format More details soonest Heard that Yorkshire Riders annivesary was a great one as well Events Good to see event guide getting a hammering. Noticed a few posting up links but forgetting to add http:// in front of the web adress and so it wont work, will try and sort some later but if submitting links to the event info please use below http:// www.thisway.com not www.notthisway.com More than welcome to post in how the event went as know many visitors will find it worthwhile ..... as well gives more exposure to your event

By Mike in News Archives · February 10, 200322 yr

North Wales Coast is on a sort of soul flood alert. Up and coming are the following major events The Northern and Modern Soul Weekender at Prestatyn. Week after Llandudno Bodafon Nite sees one of the major soul events of 2003. Myself looking forward to this as last year weekend was most enjoyable! Brief Highlights Top Uk Northern and Modern DJS, awesome live acts line up, legends and current soul stars, best facilities on offer for any uk weekender, 4 main rooms, more events in Queen Vic, The best value Uk weekender, and more. Last year someone summed it up as "the overall feeling was a event for soul fans run by soul fans" you know the score. Highly recommended http://www.soul-weekenders.co.uk for latest news, sounds, info, bios and more After that weekend you mail feel that you require a month off, however seems that North Wales is set to suffer this month, just 5 days later its time to drag yourself together and crack on, and look what is on offer Llandudno Conniseurs Weekender at Ormscliffe Hotel Again to me last years one was one of the highlights of the year, the tag conniseurs says it all, quality rare soul, quality rare soul djs is what is on offer. Yet again some of the UKs top Djs hit North Wales with a whole weekend of quality sounds in a great atmosphere. Uk wide travellers turned up last year and most are returning such was their enjoyment. Again highly recommended Soul Dragon Llandudno All Niter and Dayer Ocean Lounge Conference Centre Well as a local and involved with other North Wales events think a "no comment" is best thing for me to say about the fact that this event is scheduled for the same weekend as Llandudno Conniseurs Niters have a reputation for great friendly atmosphere with its own unique feel and style. Always have had most enjoyable nites there and dayer day after is a main part of event. Details of djs etc up on the events guide

By Mike in News Archives · February 10, 200322 yr

For info
Llandudno Soul Nites and Bangor Soul At the Social both these regular monthly events are coming under the DMSC banner, no big thing its just to make life easy for all concerned and as far as Soul At Social goes it will make no difference at all with Johnny J still doing the event his own way (and all Donkey work!)

Its just for easy promotion, keep costs down and as the DMSC is all about punter friendly and quality soul, it will work well and should improve your nites with each event keeping its own feel, sounds and identity

Winding up for the big March event , come back soon for latest news on Drunken Monkey At the Springfield

dmsc team - monkey for the monkey by the monkey

Next DMSC Events

Drunken Monkey Soul Club At the Springfield 21 March

Two rooms

Current Fresh Top Rare Northern Sounds
The best in quality rare soul sounds featuring the best independant quality rare soul djs giving the best and freshest rare soul sounds around.
Regulars
Andy Rix and Rob Thomas
Guests
Just the best available, from well known and respected top of the tree djs to up and coming rare soul fiends,keywords passion , quality and soul

Chamelon Room - All Era Soul
Offering quite simply a mix of the best all era soul sounds around. With top guests and regs this room is all about all styles, all eras quality and dance soul

DMSC North Wales Coast Nites
Two local events, featuring north wales coast djs and guests , good time northern soul all the way north wales coast style

Llandudno Soul nites 21 Feb
The long running nites are now at Bodafon Farm Park and off to a kicking start
Good time all styles northern and more

Bangor Soul At The Social First Fri of Month
Johnny J s big city soul nites , northern enjoyment for all

By Mike in News Archives · February 10, 200322 yr

Another soul event on North Wales Coast and yet another enjoyable nite, it was time for a trip thru tunnel to Bangor Social. Bit quiet at first, djs on nite were guests Steve holyhead Thomas, Bob Shaffer, Paul Oslem with me and Johnny J doing reg bit Place ended up well packed, long distance haulers from Manchester Stockport Flint Wrexham and even more exotic locations, a well large Llandudno contingent showed up and all the local Bangor and Anglesey types Always a good laugh here, with local ducking and diving, good vinyl sales, catching up , sorting out and all that, sounds wise it often depends on the crowd as in reaction to what goes down, as was a good mixed one in it meant sounds following suit. Current, all era, revivals all went well with crowd up for it. Djs dished out a great mix that worked well. Afterwards it was a session at farmhouse, went for 30 mins and ended up getting home just after milkman. Looking back a very enjoyable nite, feedback had by some says was one of if not the best been to Next one as always first friday of month line up incs Andy Killock (chester) Gerald Hogan (bangor) Dave Miller (stafford) regs johnny j and mike h

By Mike in News Archives · February 10, 200322 yr

LOWTON CIVIC HALL Friday 14th February 2003 7th Anniversary All-nighter spinning the platters that matter: Lizz Foster Paul Baldwin Ian Cunliffe Simon Hunt George Hunt Tim Brown Kenny Burrell Bob Hinsley Ron Pedley Kev Murphy Check out the R&B room with Pete&Friends Second Friday of Every Month Lowton Civic Hall, Hesketh Meadow Lane, Lowton, Nr Leigh. (Jusst off A580 East Lancs Road/Exit 24 M6) Tel: 01942 672971 Special Anniversary Gift To First 400 8pm til 6am Admission 10 pounds (limited to 550) CLUB CULTURE The home of Soul and Soulful Dance in the North West Valentines All Nighter @ Lowton Civic Hall A session of the Finest Funk, Classic Soul and Dance Music from some of the best nights at the best clubs in the country. Mecca - Ritz - Cassinellis - Parkers - Carlton - Cricket Club - Angels DJs Steve Connor - Baz Maleady - Kev Edwards - Pete Haigh - Bob Hinsley - Mark Grice - Paul Hawkins The last one was Superb - Dont Miss the Special Event! FRIDAY 14th FEBRUARY 2003 9pm - 6am SOUL CENTRAL @ LOWTON CIVIC HALL Hesketh Meadow Lane, Lowton, Nr Wigan, 2 mins from main A580, M6 and M62. Part of the successful Lowton Northern Soul Nights. Admission 10 pounds (Limited to 550 so please be early). Pick up your vinyl and CD wants. Dealers in attendance on the night.

By Mike in News Archives · February 8, 200322 yr

Most likely too x-rated for television, they've gone and made it into a play!
"Once Upon A Time In Wigan" is on at Manchesters Contact Theatre between 18 February - 1 March and then at West Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds 11 - 22 March.
Please, please someone go and review it, I'm dying to know what its gonna be like.
Full details have been posted on the Soul Source Message Board > "Soul Dump" > "The Media" section.

By Guest in News Archives · February 8, 200322 yr

Doesnt seem 12 months ago since we started at the Rider Club in Halifax but here we are and this Saturday is our 1st Anniversary. Guest DJ is the UKs No. 1 BUTCH Residents GUY HENNIGAN, ALEX JONES, EDDIE ENGEL&COLIN WOOD. All kicks off at 8.30pm until 2.00am and bar til 1.30am. £5 OTD. There is a limited amount of free CDs of the varied sounds that can be heard at the Rider so get there early to make sure you get one. Cheers, Colin, Rider Club, Halifax http://totn.topcities.com Gotta say congrats to all involved with this event, has some great nites there and highly recommend it. Quality sounds, quality djs, quality people!!

By Mike in News Archives · February 7, 200322 yr

Dunno if anyone else has seen this "Northern Soul" video that someone has made for Molokos new track... Familiar feeling... This England remade for the nauhgties... link: http://www.video-c.co.uk

By Mike in News Archives · February 7, 200322 yr

CSC Dome event was one of the major going ons of last weekend . Site has been updated with review of the nite, playlists and photos Click here for
Plays like 16 Timmie Williams "Competition" (Mala)
17 Sensations "Demanding Man" (Way out)
18 Executive Four "I got a good thing going" (Lu-Mar)
19 Flash McKinlay "Ill rescue you" (Bombay)
quotes like It was very nice.
Irish Greg and Alan played some very nice records. Then David and Kenny played some very nice records. All in all, it was a very good night and the people I met were really nice. photos like...... (withdrawn due to complaints)
Watch out for next one featuring the return of Sidney Barnes !!! Last Friday in March being the one.

By Mike in News Archives · February 7, 200322 yr

SCENESVILLE AT THE CAMDEN CENTRE, FRIDAY FEBRUARY 21ST Just a quick note this month to give you all a bit of advance notice that Scenesville's 2003 dates kick off on February 21st with our long-awaited return to the Camden Centre. With no Camden Centre gig since the anniversary night stormer in October, it'll be great to get back there again, with it's superb dancefloor, amazing decor, power-packed sound system - and helpful management! To celebrate, we're reinstating the happy hour, and adding some extra bar staff in view of the overwhelming demand last time, so you'll be getting the same jawdroppingly cheap prices as October, but without the wait! Furthermore, since Chris is about to become a dad again, he'll be away from the decks for a few months wrestling with nappies and feed bottles, so we hope you'll join the whole Scenesville team in wishing him and Joely congratulations and the best of luck with their new little one. Meanwhile, back at the go go, the good news is that KITCH will be joining the team as a resident, at least for the time that Chris is away, and hopefully afterwards, too, if we manage to find a way of still squeezing everybody into the time available! Finally, we warmly welcome MARK HANSON as February's guest, with a boxful of stunning sounds that will slot into the Scenesville playlist like a dream. - Top Ten and more details about Mark coming up soon!

By Mike in News Archives · February 6, 200322 yr

Hammy passed on his plays from the recent Spiders Web event at Edinburgh
Sounds like a top nite
Dont forget any thing similar always welcome

Thelma Lindsay - Why Werent You There (MAGIC CITY)
Marvin Gaye - Love Starved Heart (TAMLA)
Carol Anderson - Taking My Mind Off Love(WHIP)
BJ Thomas - Keep It Up (JOED)
Howard Guyton - I Watched You Slowly Slip Away (VERVE)
Leo McCorkle - Im On Top of the World (POPSIDE)
Sugar&The Spices - Have Faith In Me (SWAN)
Jimmy Robins - In My Heart (JERHART)
Liz Verdi - You Let Him Get Away (COLUMBIA)
Sam Fletcher - Id Think It Over (TOLLIE)
Beverly&The Del Capris - Mama I Think Im in Love (COLUMBIA)
Sandpipers - Lonely Too Long (GIANT)
Gwenn Douglass - The Picture (MICHELLE)
The Shadows - My Love Has Gone (GOLDEN SOUND)
Patti&The Emblems - Its The Little Things (CONGRESS)
Age of Bronze - Im Gonna Love You (GUAVA)
Frank Dell - He Broke Your Game Wide Open (VALISE)
La Reine La Mar - Thats Not The Way to Love (CLOUD)
George Freeman - Down&Out (VALIANT)

Cheers
Hammy

By Mike in News Archives · February 6, 200322 yr

Waking this morning looking like an extra from Mr Jacksons Thriller video and smelling something akin to a Turkish wrestlers jockstrap, I thought it only right to post a few notes on last nights Crossfire event in London. (Forgive the briefness of the review but to be honest I need more SLEEEEEEP!) So, here we go with the main points: packed in all rooms (800 approx in), atmosphere was great, the DJs did us proud with just one great track after another (and Andy Rixs gets a special mention for managing to really p*** me off for playing a great unissued version of Sam Fletchers Id think it over (more uptempo) by the writer of the song which I will never be able to own, caress, love, hold etc etc!!!!), loads of laffs, free buses to the 2nd venue (which due to kids I couldnt attend but heard was just as good). All in all a top notch stonking night. My only moan was that the dancefloor was RAMMMING which meant that an old git like me, who throws his arms and legs around with all the grace of a Dervish on acid, couldnt move as freely as he wanted. :-x That said well done to all involved, well done for the crowd turning up in numbers and roll on the next night! TheBigO * Oh, one point for all the doubters and supporters of certain other promoters in London that night. I congratulated Ady C on a great night and turn-out and he was gracious enough to say that the Rocket looked like they were busy as well which was good. There speaks a TRUE SOUL BROTHER!!!! Ya listening Levine?!? A few pics to follow.

By TheBigO in News Archives · February 2, 200322 yr

In the past couple of years I have stayed out of the politics, At times over these years it has been very very difficult.Today I have had enough. Everyone should make up their own minds about who the perpetrator (s) may be. But I was going to head over to the Rocket as well as coming to Crossfire. Now if anyone visits the Rocket, IN MY OPINION, you are supporting the kind of parasite this scene does not need. You dont need to go to the Rocket to have a good time this saturday. The Rocket promotors dont need your entry fee. The Rocket promoters do need their egos massaged by a high turn out. All beit with hundreds of freebies handed to non soul people, just to add to the "atmosphere" of hundreds of people stood at the side gawping, or pratting about on the dancefloor with a bottle of beer in their hands. I will be down at crossfire on Saturday night. I hope to see most of you there too. miky

By Mike in News Archives · January 30, 200322 yr

For those interested, Ive posted a statement on the 6Ts site on behalf of the Crossfire promoters. http://www.6ts.info/crossfire_notice.html All we can do is keep rising above those involved in sabotaging the scene and VOTE with our feet and our wallets. Albeit 3 hours shorter, Crossfire is still going to be a blinding night. hit here for link

By Guest in News Archives · January 30, 200322 yr

I have just learnt of the dirty tricks campaign being waged against the promoters of Crossfire involving the attempt of individuals, as yet unknown, to cause the maximum amount of disruption to the event and to try and steer Soulies away from the venue this coming Saturday. (I am certain by the time I post this everyone will have been made aware of the details.) As a promoter myself and as someone who knows the guys behind the event well (and admires their love of the scene and the music and their integrity) I could not just sit and do nothing as someone attempts to gain from this underhand dirty tricks campaign. It is at times like this you find out who your friends are and where people stand with regards to the way the scene should be. Therefore I am happy to say that I stand side by side with the lads from Crossfire and give them my 100% support. I have mailed all of the Plinston members and all of those in my email address book urging them to attend this Saturdays event if they can and I would ask all decent like minded Soulies to do the same. This sort of underhand campign MUST NOT be allowed to succeed, it is the thin end of the wedge and will do nothing for the scene that we all love and hold dear. Apathy allows these sort of individuals to flourish and grow stronger....vote with your feet as I will do this Saturday - See ya at Crossfire! TheBigO :-x

By Mike in News Archives · January 30, 200322 yr

Site News Forum gone down after update on server.. will return in a couple of days Busy times at moment, been all over the place , so updates been a bit thin Weekend Busy time down South wise, with Capital Soul Club kicking the weekend off with one of the TOP uk regular soul events at the Dome. Regular crew plus guests Kenny Burrell and Ady L Then Saturday sees the BIG one! Yep its London United, a massive Niter featuring the cream of the countries Northern Djs, DJs from 100 Club, CSC, Scenesville, Valatones, These Old Shoes, and more all getting it on at the CROSSFIRE NITER - Saturday 31 Jan Check this line up out in just one of the rooms Ady Croasdell, Butch&Mick Smith (100 Club) Andy Rix, Dawn&Nick Brown (Scenesville) Irish Greg&Alan H (Capitol Soul Club) Jo Wallace (These Old Shoes) Soulful Chris (Valatone) PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS Ginger Taylor&Roger Banks Gonna be a stormer Dream team ? Too right! Heard a fair few making the trip down M6 Drunken Monkey Soul Club News All a bit quiet after the xmas bash , next one at Springfield is in March, featuring as always some of the Top Uk quality djs, Photos from xmas bash on their way once find a way to get 25 hours out of each day! Dates for the whole year are out in earlier post DMSC also been doing the LLANDUDNO Soul Nites now at the Bodafon Farm Park Soul , Llamas and Owls being just some of the attractions on offer , first one a couple of weeks ago was blinding!! Was really chuffed with way it went, it seems like this new venue is going to be a good one. Report on its way along with plays Next one is on Friday 21 Feb and its going to be more of the same : Drunken Monkey, all over the place Northern and to top it all off a farm full of the likes of llamas, eagles, yaks.....says it all! Weekenders: Was it almost 12 months ago that was suffering from an almighty rare soul hangover, well its getting close to that time to do it all again! Yep only 4 weeks to LLANDUDNO Connoisseurs Weekender. Yet again featuring some of the UKs top quality rare soul fiends and a right old rave up is on the cards Then its that big one again..... PRESTATYN The Midnight Hour - Northern and Modern Soul Weekender One big buzz going round about this one, it seems that most of the soul world is getting to this one Last one was described as run by Soul Fans for Soul Fans and certainly seemed that way, with a great feel and great atmosphere. This year has makings of a even better time, seems like a definite must goto Just re-read above...... blimey ! Things are looking good, wheres me shades Thats all mike h

By Mike in News Archives · January 29, 200322 yr

Reference Sidney Barnes appearing at the Ritz---he will now being appearing at Lowton Civic on the 19 APRIL instead of the Ritz which is being refurbished provisional dates list: March 28th...The Dome April 6th....Berlin April 10th...Austria April 19th...Lowton April 20th...Jazz FM radio interview April 25th...100 Club - London April 27th...Band On The Wall - Manchester May 10th.....Yorkshire Rider Club - Halifax Caught him at Dome and 100 club and highly recommend catching him!

By Mike in News Archives · January 23, 200322 yr

Had reports that last Fridays niter at Wilton was "best one for a fair while"!

Ian Cunliffe kindly bashed out his plays from his spot

(originally posted on soul talk)

JESSE JOHNSON--LEFT OUT--OLDTOWN ( for Derek Pearson promised to swop it for anything out of his dj box--pissed again ah )
CARESSORS--I CANT STAY AWAY--RU JAC ( for Mr Pearson again --same as above !!! )
ROSE ST. JOHN & THE WONDERETTES---FOOL DONT LAUGH--VEEP
BEVERLY SHAFFER--WHERE WILL YOU BE BOY ?--ONE-DERFUL !
LONNIE RUSS--SAY GIRL--KERWOOD
SOUL SET --WILL YOU EVER LEARN--BI-ME
MATADORS--SAY YES BABY--CHAVIS
PERFECTIONS--SO LONELY--BIG B ( dedicated to Frank Giacobbia for sellin it to me last year )
TOMMY TURNER--LAZY--ELBAM
BROOKS BROS--LOOKIN FOR A WOMAN--TAY
EDDIE HILL--YOU GOT THE BEST OF ME--THELMA
CAROL ANDERSON--IM NOT WORRIED--WHIP
DUSTY WILSON--CAN,T DO WITHOUT YOU--BRONSE
JOYCE TAYLOR--MEAN MIS-TREATER--WAL-LY
JOHNNY CLYDE COPELAND--COMING TO SEE ABOUT YOU--SUAVE
MOMENTS--YOU SAID--DEEP
PERK LEE--THE DOCKS--BOSS
BLUE JAYS--(it depends on the ) POINT OF VIEW--JAY
RINGLEADERS--ALL OF MY LIFE--ACETATE ( for Mark Hanson who i sent over to Andy D to try and talk him into sellin Pic-Bill )
LITTLE JOHNNY HAMILTON--OH HOW I LOVE YOU--DORE
TONY CLARKE--( they call me ) A WRONG MAN--M-S
MASQUERADERS--HOW--LA BEAT
ARTHUR WILLIS &THE SOULFUL DYNAMICS--THE HURTING IS OVER--ACETATE ( THANKS MR JAMES ABOUT TIME TOO ! )
FREDERICK HYMES III--TIME AINT GONNA DO ME NO FAVOUR--FAB VEGAS
SAMMY LEE--WHAT GOES AROUND ( comes around )---PROMCO
LEE SHOT--IT AINT ME NO MORE--TCHULA

THATS IT FOLKS AS WOODY WOODPECKER SAYS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By Mike in News Archives · January 23, 200322 yr

Check this link out for a online video clip of featuring a Northern Theme Theyre full clips of a video for a band called Moloko, also showing on mtv, featuring a niter style venue and some familar down south faces and very well done indeed! (4 diff size versions up there ) click here for page

By Mike in News Archives · January 23, 200322 yr

Yep it seems like that as the old saying goes "cream rises to the top". More news of what promises to be a great event! Check line up out! North Meets South Presents a northern soul spectacular At the legendary Birmingham Locarno (now Zanzibar ) Hurst St Birmingham Sunday 20th April 5pm -3am 10 un-missable hrs of non stop sounds from top DJs Main room AII time classics. all-nighter floorpackers, current monsters and classic favourites ANDY RIX&ROB THOMAS/ MICK H/ BLUE MAX/SAM MOORE/CARL WILINGHAM / ROGER BANKS / SCOTTY / PAUL BALDWIN / KENNY ONIONS /MICK LLOYD AND ROB HAIGH Second room 60S NEWIES, OBSCURITIES AND RARITIES, CONNOISSEURS MOTOWN, R&B AND CROSSOVER FROM ANDY DYSON I ANDY RIX / MICK H/ ROB THOMAS / CARL WILLINGHAM / ROGER BANKS / NICK BROWN / DES PARKER / KENNY ONIONS MARTYN BRADLEY AND JOHN WESTON Plus third room Jazz funk and boogie Many Record dealers in attendance To reserve your table contact Des 01242 231299 or Ian 0161 773 1405

By Mike in News Archives · January 23, 200322 yr

Amazing exclusive played by Australias top rare soul DJ George (aka) Agent Double O Soul caused a sensation. A femme version - and probably the ORIGINAL version - of Lew Kirtons " Heaven In The Afternoon"!!! note: be interesting to see who this is, know of a couple of others versions, so who ever sent it in more info please!

By Mike in News Archives · January 23, 200322 yr

Just heard the news that Pete Roberts has secured the Whitworth Street Club for future events , and every effort is being made to hold a Soul Night in Februray . Carms x

By Mike in News Archives · January 21, 200322 yr

Main Room,
Dave/Dave,Carol (Bolton),Vanna, Steve Thomas (Holyhead),Soul Sam,Sam Moore,Dave Rimmer,Robbo,Little Scotty.
LIBERATION @ The Winsford Northern & Modern Soul All Nighter DJs: RALPH TEE RAY ROSE KEV ETHERIDGE DAVE HAWKINS PAUL HAWKINS ROGER WILLIAMS and special guest JAMIE TAYLOR
10pm until 7am
Admission £10 Winsford Civic Hall,Dene Drive,Winsford.
winsford allnighter deans lane winsford cheshire

By Mike in News Archives · January 21, 200322 yr

WIRE FM 107.2 Soul Connection moved from Saturday to Sunday same time - 7 till 9.Playing northern, motown, modern across the board soul Recently had a competition to win chalet for four at Prestatyn weekender kindly donated by Mark Fletcher at Pontins (no relation) Guest d.j.s (you know who they are) Mainly Runcorn, Widnes Warrington, can get it up to Chorley and in Chester, and parts of Manchester Whats on for advertising venues. Email steve@wirefm.com for requests and adverts steve@wirefm.com Tel 01925 431072 between 7 and 9

By Mike in News Archives · January 19, 200322 yr

Saturday 18 Jan sees the return of the regular soul nites after a bit of a break cause of xmas.
No longer at the Risboro , this month see us at Llandudno Bodafon farm park. Which is in the Crag y don area ( opposite the kids pool - hit read more for map) .
£3 in, late bar, a large bunch of North Wales djs lined up, bbq food available.
A mix of all-styles Northern jacked up, a decent venue and hopefully a right old laugh
Hit read more for map and more info
LLANDUDNO SOUL NITES JAN 18
Anyone after a lift to bretby or goldbourne after give us a shout
Bodafon Farm Park , Craig Y Don , LLANDUDNO
8:00-late £ 3 in, BBQ buffet avail, TOP SOUNDS TOP NITE
LLANDUDNO SOULNITES BODAFON FARM PARK PHONE for DETAILS

By Mike in News Archives · January 17, 200322 yr

Not long now till the major event of spring 2003. The "Midnight Hour" Northern and Modern Soul Weekender at Prestatyn North Wales. By all accounts sounds like its going to be even better than last year with more rooms, more djs, more guests and so on. As was said last year for soul fans by soul fans! (you know the score) Check out Midnight Hour Soul Weekender Web Site for info, news, and more Heres the latest news : Latest News Report 16 Jan 03 Bookings already three times the amount at the same time last year! Remember prices start at just £35 which includes full accommodation at the event for three nights and full weekender passes. Please note that at this years event there will be NO WEEKENDER PASSES available or admission on any of the nights to people other than those who have booked a full weekend package. Midnight Hour Website upgraded and updated! Artist Bios, Info, Latest News and booking info Video Clips Soul Sounds and more up soonest! Sign up to newsletter for latest info in your mailbox! Spring sounds like going to be soul pleasure overload again, looking forward to both Llandudno Conniseurs weekender and the above.

By Mike in News Archives · January 17, 200322 yr

:-) The first Rare Soul session of 2003 was a huge success with over 360 in and a great night had by all. Ginger was outstanding, playing an hour and a half of quality across the board sounds, inc a few new things that have gone straight on my wants list, and The Usual Suspects kept up the quality to ensure a full dancefloor right to the 2am close. The Mojo Room was rocking to the sound of RnS and R&B and was a huge hit. The presentation made to me by Ginger (an authentic black pudding and a CD) was well recieved by all in the hall.

In short another great night at North herts biggest Rare Soul event, fantastic sounds, atmosphere and crowd. Full set of pictures will be posted later this week.

Thanks to all who have supported us over the months....roll on March 7th and Soul Sam!!!

TheBigO

By Mike in News Archives · January 12, 200322 yr

Thoroughly enjoyable night at These Old Shoes.
I think each DJ only got about mins each and some had to double up. The quality was consistent all the way through. Its amazing that a small midweek do like this has lasted 4 years but it keeps going from strength to strength.
The three residents Jo, Paul and Martin have really got something special going on here.
The guests are always good and their styles vary each month. Excellent CD was given away too. 🙂
Funny enough also featured in latest soul 24/7 newsletter as doing a show on Saturday 18th January
Here's info below on These Old Shoes
We welcome Jo Wallace and Paul T-P to the guest host show between 6pm and 8 pm GMT on Saturday 18th January. Jo and Paul have just celebrated the 4th anniversary of their famous Northern Soul Club, These Old Shoes, and are squeezing in a visit to Soul 24-7 in between appearances all over the UK and Europe.
Jo has recently put together an excellent series of CDs for Motown Records featuring lesser-known and rare Motown tracks.
Jo and Paul will be playing "all sorts of interesting stuff" and will be happy to take requests and dedications by email to the studio on the night.

By Daved in News Archives · January 11, 200322 yr

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