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First things first - big thanks to everyone who came along and turned Friday into such a fantastic night - it was great to see everybody using the event to just have a great big Soulful party. Thanks also to the tireless bar staff who worked like demons to keep everbody topped up with drinks, particularly in the face of overwhelming demand during the happy hour - theyll have reinforcements next time, so life should be a tad easier for them - and also for all you thirsty punters, who should notice your drinks arriving that bit quicker! Thanks to the DJs who all turned in what I thought were superb sets - I tip my hat to them all, particularly our guest Kitch, who exceeded even the high expectations I had of him.
And finally thanks to those who took the time to offer such encouraging
comments after the event - its really reassuring to know that people haveenjoyed a night - it makes all the hard work worthwhile!
Anyway, here are the sounds that hit the decks:
SCENESVILLE SECOND ANNIVERSARY PLAYLIST - 18/10/02
NICK BROWN
TROY DODDS - Rise Up And Walk - PENTHOUSE
RONNIE SAVOY - Loving You - WINGATE
COMMANDS - No Time For You - DYNAMIC
HESITATIONS - She Wont Come Back - KAPP LP
MIGHTY JOE YOUNG - Suffering Soul - WEBCOR
HOLIDAYS - I Dont Want To Let You Go - COVER-UP
CHANTS - Baby I Dont Want To Lose Your Love - RCA VICTOR UK
ENJOYABLES - Push A Little Harder - CAPITOL
FOUR BARS - Guess Who Loves You (inst) - UNISSUED SHRINE
PIC&BILL - Sad World Without You - PAGE ONE UK
LAVELL HARDY - What Kind Of Woman - ROJAC
DEREK MARTIN - Sly Girl - TUBA
VARIATIONS - Yesterday Is Gone - OKEH
BUDDY SMITH - When You Love Someone - COVER-UP
RINGLEADERS - Win You Over - UNISSUED M-PAC
DYNAMICS - I Wanna Know - BIG TOP
DANNY MOORE - Somebody New - ALLRITE
TOMMY YATES - Somethings Got To Give - VERVE
DAWN BROWN
TEMPESTS - Someday - SMASH LP
FOXES - Mighty Good Sign - FENCOE
CAROL&GERRI - How Can I Ever Find A Way - MGM
DOUG BANKS - Aint That Just Like A Woman - GUYDEN
HB BARNUM - It Hurts Too Much To Cry - RCA VICTOR
DRAKE/EN-SOLIDS - Please Leave Me - ALTEEN
POINTER SISTERS - Send Him Back - ATLANTIC
DOLLS - The Reason Why - TOY
TOMMY NAVARRO - I Cried My Life Away - DE JAC
MATTHEW BARNETT - If Your Love Is Real - PUFF
OTHELLO ROBERTSON - So In Luv - ERA
TIMI YURO - Itll Never Be Over For Me - LIBERTY
SPARKELS - Try Love (One More Time) - OLD TOWN
LEWIS CLARK - I Need Your Loving So Bad - TIGERTOWN
TOMMY RIDGLEY - My Love Gets Stronger - INTERNATIONAL CITY
BARBARA MCNAIR - Youre Gonna Love My Baby - MOTOWN
FREDDIE HOUSTON - If I Had Known - OLD TOWN
CHRIS DALE
WADE FLEMONS - Jeanette - RAMSEL
EDDIE KENDRICKS - Change Your Ways - RCA VICTOR
BOBBY&BETTY LOU - Dr. Truelove - TARX
HERB WARD - Strange Change - ARGO
LASHAWN COLLINS - What You Gonna Do Now - SINCERE
TANGEERS - Let My Heart And Soul Be Free - OKEH
BOBBY KLINE - Say Something Nice To Me - M B
JUDY HUGHES - Fine Fine Fine - VAULT
GENE TOONES - What More Do You Want - SIMCO
BROOKS BROTHERS - Looking For A Woman - TAY
O JAYS - Ill Never Forget You - IMPERIAL
SAM DEES - Lonely For You Baby - SSS INTL
JACKIE WILSON - Because Of You - BRUNSWICK
FOUNDATIONS - Change My Life - PSYCHO
SEVEN SOULS - I Still Love You - OKEH
PATTI AUSTIN - Leave A Little Love - CORAL
JOANIE SOMMERS - Dont Pity Me - WARNER BROS
BOBBY REED - The Time Is Right For Love - BELL
GEORGE KIRBY - What Can I Do - CADET
HYPERIONS - Why Do You Treat Me The Way You Do - CHATTAHOOCHEE
TERRY CALLIER - Ordinary Joe - CADET
WILLIE TEE - Walking Up A One Way Street - ATLANTIC
KITCH
ADMIRATIONS - You Left Me - PEACHES
HONEY BEES - Lets Get Back Together - GARRISON
LES CHANSONETTES - Dont Let Him Hurt You - SHRINE
DURETTES - Sweet Sweet Love - SVR
DREAM TEAM - Im Not Satisfied - GREGORY
JUDY STOKES - A Real Man - SOUL POWER
CHARLES MINTZ - Ill Come Running Back - UPLOOK
APPOINTMENTS - I Saw You There - DE LITE
LOCATIONS - Mr Diamond Man - RON PAUL
SHARON MCMAHON - Got To Find Another Guy - KAREN
PHONETICS - Just A Boys Dream - TRUDEL
MELLO SOULS - We Can Make It - MELLO
PRIMERS - How Does That Grab You - HALE
MAGNETICS - I Have A Girl - RA SEL
NURONS - All Of My Life - NU RON
CHUCK HOLLIDAY - Just Cant Trust Nobody - GLORIA
DUSTY WILSON - Its Gonna Be A Tragedy - MUTT
REGGIE LAMONT - Cant Get Along Without You - MAMIES
CHEERS - Think It Over - UNISSUED
BOB COLLINS/FABULOUS FIVE - My One And Only Girl - MAIN LINE
BLENDELLS - You Need Love - DONTEE
PEEWEE SHUCK AND HUEY - Beside Myself - FLAGG
ROBERT SPENCER - My Wedding Day - UNISSUED
BUDDY SMITH - When You Lose The One You Love - BRUTE
APPOINTMENTS - Keep Away - DE LITE
ANDY RIX
JIMMY RADCLIFFE - The Thrill Of Loving You - JAYSINA ACETATE
CINDY SCOTT - In One Ear And Out The Other - VIRTUE ACETATE
CHRIS BARTLEY - I Go Out Of My Mind - T.M. ACETATE
RONNIE WALKER - I Should Cry - VIRTUE ACETATE
SEVEN SOULS - Its Time - COVER-UP
MARIE KNIGHT - Thats No Way To Treat A Girl (alt. vers.) - UNISSUED
MUSICOR
TINA ROBERTS - One Way Or The Other - SECURITY
BARBARA MC NAIR - Baby A Go Go - UNISSUED JOBETE
CASHMERES - Dont Let The Door Hit Your Back - EDGEWOOD ACETATE
CAIROS - Stop Overlooking Me - SHRINE
DETROIT RHYTHM SECTION - I Know Something - UNISSUED
TRANELLS - Blessed With A Love - FLO JO
RONNIE MCNEIR - Shes Such A Pretty Girl - DE TO
SOUNDMASTERS - Lonely Lonely - JULET
PASSIONS - If You See My Baby - ELVITRUE AND SATELLITE
LARRYS BOYS - Wanted In Three States - VIRTUE ACETATE
BRENDA HOLLOWAY - Crying Time - UNISSUED JOBETE
LEWIS SISTERS - Breakaway - HITSVILLE ACETATE
WALLIE AND ROSE - Switch Around - BELTONE ACETATE
KENI LEWIS - Not The Marrying Kind - AUDIODISC ACETATE
JESSE JAMES - Love Is All Right - VIRTUE ACETATE
KIM WESTON - Dont Let Me Down - UNISSUED JOBETE
CINDY SCOTT - World Of Happiness - VIRTUE ACETATE
NICK BROWN
SOUL INC. FEAT CECIL WASHINGTON - My Proposal - COCONUT GROOVE
MAJOR LANCE - You Dont Want Me No More - OKEH
PIC&BILL - What Does It Take - CHARAY
ZZ HILL - You Just Cheat And Lie - KENT
CASHMERES - Show Stopper - HEM
SHIRLEY EDWARDS - Dream My Heart - SHRINE
ANITA ANDERSON - Little Bit Longer - CONTACT
RAY POLLARD - This Time - SHRINE
MIRACLES - If Your Mother Only Knew - TAMLA
PORGY/MONARCHS - Hey Girl - MUSICOR RE
CHUCK JACKSON - Hand It Over - WAND
DOLLS - The Reason Why - TOY
CLYDE MC PHATTER - Lonely People Can Afford To Cry - AMY
Picks of the night for me were Andys Lewis Sisters acetate and Kitchs
Robert Spencer track. It was great to hear Dawn pull out the Foxes 45 and
Chris clearly made an impression on the 70s fans with his Foundations disc,
a real piece of class which there will always be room at Scenesville for.
Watch out for details soon of Scenesvilles Christmas party at the
Glasshouse club in Blackfriars and more Scenesville dates at the Camden
Centre next year, to be announced shortly. Meanwhile, thanks for making
Fridays anniversary a party to remember, and if you didnt make it along,
heres looking forward to seeing you soon!
All the best,
Nick

By Mike in News Archives · October 29, 200222 yr

New Tighter Format - Odd bits of news will go in Forum, while stuff like from weekend will be on main page.
SCENESVILLE -SECOND ANNIVERSARY Friday nite One of the big events of the weekend was Scenesvilles Second Annivesary down London town way. Reports from this are that it was "awesome", the music, crowd and atmosphere all being top notch. Certainly seems that this was the place to be this weekend. ANDY RIX, CHRIS DALE, DAWN BROWN and NICK BROWN with special guest KITCH 100% Real Deal 60s Rare Soul! they advertised it as, and sfrom what heard sounds like they delivered and then some. Hats off to the lot of them and congratulations on 2 ground breaking years. As one punter said "probably the best soul night Ive been to this year, absolutely brilliant."
NORTH MANCHESTER SOUL CLUB @ BURY Friday Niter 4th Annivesary DJs included Richard Searling, Kenny Burrell, Kev Murphy, Terry Davies, Ginger Taylor, Dave Booth and many more. Event here celebrated its 4th annivesary on Friday, and always seems a popular event Managed to grab a few views from some who attended and they varied quite a bit. Those who were after the style on offer gave it a very good. Of course these were just views passed on, if were there can use comments to get your views in.
GOLDBOURNE MINI-NITER - a mini-review
After a stop off at Joe Dunlops local in his outpost for a meet up at a back room soul nite, which was a good nite, meet up and a laugh, had round 100 odd in and guys dj-ing gave them what they wanted. After good time there got to Goldbourne. Just for bit of a challenge once in Goldbourne asked every drunk directions to add a bit of a edge to journey, gotta say town has a great set of Saturday nite drunks, with almost clear directions, and not one sending us wrong direction. Left before church being the key here
First time at this one, and name "the goldbourne catholic club" and the look outside of the place gives bit of false impression, but once in place bit different, first feel was a smart venue and well laid out. With record area, couple of bars, other room with decks casually playing varied selection mainly 6ts mix was what heard Main hall smart, good seating all around and all that, late bar, normal prices. Crowd wise, lot of the usual rogues, someone mentioned tourist once with regard to this place, but didnt spot any meself , crowd thinned out bit later on. All seemed enjoying it. DJ wise, some of North West names caught as didnt get there till 12 ish were Carl Willingham, Terry Davis, Kev Murphy and Dave Holt. Dishing out their current top sounds
All car load thoroughly enjoyed nite give it a thumbs up. Heard that plans for a monthly regular niter till 6am here on the third saturday were solid and after the nov date would adopt that format. So that may be of interest with those planning events. Know cause of all these possible clashes thinking of moving the 2003 DMSC series of rare soul mayhem nites to a Wednsday afternoon.!

CLEETHORPES WEEKENDER
Word on the 6ts 100 Club website is that this has been sold out already. Ouch!! The other major Weekender of 2003 at Presatyn is going very well, and along with the quality Conniseurs weekend at Llandudno it seems that the old saying "you can have your cake and eat it three" rings true. Said last year about these events "Soul for the Soul Fans run by Soul Fans" You Know The Real Score!!

MORE OLD SCHOOL TRICKS - when will they learn ? Seems a lot of people are upset with a certain promoter/dj with some rocket-style dirty tricks up in Yorkshire way

FINAL WORD Mate caught Johnathen Ross show on radio 2. Seems Dale Winton was guest, on show Ross mentioned Northern, apparently your man Dale Winton said hes well into it, says has loads of records and is a regular at that Rocket.....
and as cant think of anything to say after that! Seems a good place to finish. mike h

By Mike in News Archives · October 21, 200222 yr

Dates for one of the UKs finest if not the "finest" niter.
100 Club London
Also check out the website
6TS SITE
for more info, details of 2003 weekender, photos and loads of laughs - a right old enjoyable time.

ALL NIGHTERS SATURDAY NIGHTS 1.30 AM - 8 AM
JAN 11
FEB 15
MAR 15
APR 12
MAY 17
JUN 28
NOTHING IN JULY
AUG 9
SEP 13 (24TH ANNIVERSARY)
OCT 11
NOV 8
DEC 6

XMAS PARTY
THURSDAY DEC 18TH
9PM-2AM

By Mike in News Archives · October 15, 200222 yr

Golborne Catholic Club High Street,Golborne,NR Wigan Special Guest DJs Terry Davis,. Kev Murphy&Dave Holt Plus regulars Carl Willingham, Ian&Dave Brown, Dean Mitchell, Lizz Foster, Tony Else Admission £4 (£5 after 10:30) Music 8:30pm till 4:00am. Late late bar. confirm date anyone ??

By Mike in News Archives · October 15, 200222 yr

Weekend: Well if anyone can add up the amount of events going on this weekend let us know cause lost both count and track of what was going on. From Dublin to Down South seems like this part of the world was kicking , even Chester services had a bit of an atmosphere. Lowton was an enjoyable nite, heard places like Halifax, Tonys and more went down well. As always if out and about and wanna pass on your view just throw it up. Can use Email, comments, forum, or just open window and shout. North Wales wise details of next Llandudno Soul Nite almost out, hopefully tomorrow nite November sees BUTCH guesting at Broughton followed the next week by some right old rare soul violence at the Monkey including yet another top of the tree rated DJ - Andy Dyson Next weekend sees the annivesary of one of the UKs leading soul events - Scenesville down London way. Lot of interest on this one. See next post for a taste of what you are gonna get twatted with. Busy times, good times, leave you with a old saying " Cream Always Rises To The Top"

By Mike in News Archives · October 15, 200222 yr

Hey all, Its countdown time for Fridays second anniversary megasplurge at the Camden Centre, so just to warm things up for those of you who are planning to get down there and shake your little tushes to some ace Rare Soul sounds of the Scenesville variety,

Heres a quick Top Ten from our special guest DJ,

Kitch
LITTLE RON - I Found Someone - CHARADE
THE MELLO SOULS - We Can Make It - MELLO
THE NU RONS - All Of My Life - NU RON
THE LOCATIONS - Mr. Diamond Man - RON PAUL
THE FABULOUS IMPACTS - My Baby - Cover-Up
DUSTY WILSON - Its Gonna Be A Tragedy - MUTT
CHARLES MINTZ - Running Back - UP LOOK
THE CHEERS -Think It Over - UNISSUED
THE PRIMERS - How Does It Grab You - HALE
ROBERT SPENCER - Our Wedding Day - UNISSUED

Pure superbluousness!

Also, DONT FORGET - its happy hour between 9:00 and 10:00, when entry is just £5 and drinks are half price so get down early and have a blast on us! Scenesville - who in their right mind could possibly refuse!!!
See you there! Nick

Cheers Nick for passing on, more details and weblink in the soul source event thing up above somewhere. Dont forget its well easy to add events, and know one or two who use it.

By Mike in News Archives · October 15, 200222 yr

1. The Phonetics - Just A Boys Dream 2. Jeanette Williams - Somethings Got A Hold On Me 3. Joey Delorenzo - Wake Up To The Sunshine Girl 4. Venicia Wilson - This Time Im Loving You 5. Vontastics - Ill Never Say Goodbye 6. The Brothers feat. George Young - Are You Ready For This 7. Clarence Carter - Messin With My Mind 8. Diane Pane - What Side Your Bread Is Buttered On 9. Helen Troy - I Think I Love You 10. Big Maybelle - Quittin Time 11. The 5th Dimension - Too Poor To Die 12. Fred Smith Orchestra - Baby Do The Philly Dog 13. Roy Handy - Baby Thats A Groove 14. The Blue Jays - (It Depends On The) Point Of View 15. Allan Sisters - Im In With The Downtown Crowd 16. Marva Jones - I Got Your Number (634 - 5789) 17. Pioneer Band - Jive Talk 18. Melvin Boyd - Exit Loneliness, Enter Love 19. Bud Harper - Let Me Love You 20. Brooks ODell - Watch Your

I picked this up last weekend and having now played it several times, I think its the weakest of the series so far. There are some corking tracks on it such as The Blue Jays, Allen Sisters. There are more oldies on there than usual and the "modern" stuff isnt all that. The Diane Pane track is terrible - tracks like this give the r and b genre a bad name.

Overall, a disappointment - 5 out of 10.
Davey D
agree/disagree use comments

By Daved in News Archives · October 14, 200222 yr

Greg passed on that CSC web site has a cunning competition where you can win a top prize!
Get over to for full details and hours of fun Leicester - news that last weekend event earned 2000 quid for charity mate Plus Andy Ds recent charity cd was a money spinner
Hats off to all involvedWeekend looks like a cracker - lowton, tonys, halifax, dayer in brum and more!
Should be a good one.

See you around

By Mike in News Archives · October 11, 200222 yr

Things are manic as always in the run up to the next soulful night at the Plinston Hall in Letchworth. So, rather then the normal individual e-mail to each and every one of you we have taken the step of mailing this cover all mail and hope that those of you who run your own sites and newsletters etc will be good enough to post those bits you feel are relevant.
Firstly due to the overwhelming success of our opening night (and a HUGE thank you to all of you who supported us) we have opened a second room upstairs for the November 1st event concentrating on Modern and crossover goodies. The Gallery Suite (known as The Ghetto - Its a family affair) overlooks the Kennedy Gardens and has a 16ft x 16ft dancefloor with a huge carpeted area for those who cant squeeze on! There is a separate bar and toilet facilities and DJs for this try out will be Taffy, TheBigO and Nathan. Open from 10pm-1.30am. Expect to hear such gems as Mr Day Soul on wax; Mind&Matter Under your spell, Gloria Gaynor Mend whats been broken; Millie Jackson Dont send nobody else and Lisa Stansfield 831 to name but a few.
We are hoping that come March all 3 rooms will be open on a regular basis, but more on that later. The opening of The Ghetto allows us to throw in an extra 100 soulies and so we should see an easing of the crush on the dancefloor of the first night. In addition we have had a long and productive chat with the Plinston management and have addressed many of the opening night teething problems, namely more bar staff, more beer, no drink on dancefloor enforced by Security etc etc. So hopefully we should see an improvement on all fronts, let us know if you have any concerns on the night. November 1st is the next event from 8pm-2am and features our very special guests, Dave Rimmer, Dudleys top bunny, with his brand of top notch
Northern goodies and the lovely Nick&Dawn Brown, faces behind the successful and scene leading Scenesville events in our nations capital. Expect tip top sounds to get you fighting for dancefloor space from them. They will of course be supported by the Usual Suspects!
WE STRONGLY STRONGLY ADVISE if you are travelling to purchase your advance ticket from the box office before the night as we think this will be another sell out, probably in less than the 2hrs it took our opening night to sell out!!!!! Dont be caught out, get it sorted!!!
On that note the Plinston done gone changed their box office number. The new number to call is: 01462-672003. Denis monotone voice will guide you through the buttons to press, please do try and stay awake! We have booked all of 2003 events and so can you make a note of these.
They are: Fri 7th March, 9th May, 4th July, 5th Sept (Anniversary Do with Live Act we hope) and 7th November. If you are a fellow promoter let us know if we clash and well do our best to get things sorted out so no-one is left holding the baby so to speak.
Future guests that we are hoping to confirm shortly inc. Butch, Andy Rix, Soul Sam, Ady C (for a West Hampstead memories night) and Guy Hennigan.
Oh, forgot, all future event tickets will be on sale on the night (i.e Jan 10th will be available on the 1st Nov night). See the Sinister Sisters, Jane & Jenny, on the night.
One last mention, Sat 16th November sees Randy Cozens celebrating 17yrs of Southgate (or Soulgate as we all know and love it) at Ye Olde Rising Sun, opposite the BR station in Southgate from 11am to midnight.
24+ DJs inc Taffy and TheBigO and the whole range of soulful grooves. Top man, top dayer and all for free!!!! Having missed only a couple over the years we can strongly recommend This thing of ours.
Many a tip top tune has been played there first and then gone onto bigger and better things across the country, such as Bobby Kline, Teddy Pendergrass, Anette Snell, Millie Jackson the list is endless.
Check out the scenes best kept secret and the greatest little soul alldayer - EVER! (Trademark)
Thats all for now then brothers&sisters.
Look forward to seeing many of you on the night. Til then, remember...Time is passing us all by, so be young, be foolish but above all else.......
BE HAPPY! North Herts 6Ts Mafia

By Mike in News Archives · October 11, 200222 yr

Sad news that Don Varner past away this week, am sure right in saying that all thoughts from all soul fans go out to his family and friends RIP
Don Wilson Varner (25 June 1943 – 7 October 2002[1]) was an American soul singer. Varner was a baritone who sang both uptempo soul in the northern soul style as well as ballads.
Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Varner grew up in the same neighborhood as Eddie Kendricks.[2] Varner moved to Chicago after high school to pursue his music career but returned to Alabama after six years to record in Muscle Shoals.[2] at Rick Hall's FAME Studios. He wrote songs including "I Keep Holdin' On" for Sam & Dave (with William Crump). Varner also worked with Quin Ivy in Sheffield, Alabama[2] and released several songs including "Masquerade", "Down in Texas", and "Tear Stained Face" on the South Camp and Quinvy labels.
Varner did not release many recordings but performed numerous live shows in the South with other major soul performers.[2] He moved to California in the 1980s and toured as the lead singer of the Johnny Otis Show.[2] He toured numerous European music festivals in 1985. In his later, career, he began to record gospel music. He died in Moreno Valley, California in 2002 of a heart attack at the age of 59. An album of his music from 1968–1974 entitled Finally Go Over! was released posthumously.

artist sad news

By Mike in News Archives · October 11, 200222 yr

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

By Mike in News Archives · October 6, 200222 yr

Dont forget Leicester Soul Night, Sat Oct 5th, Half Time Orange Club, Burnmoor St, Leicester, (next to LCFC) Top national DJs playing the best in Northern, R&B, Modern, Oldies and current biggies, in 2 superb rooms; Mick Smith, Carl Fortnum, Mick H, Ally Mayer, Andy Riley, Bob & Rob(Coalville), Ady&Colin(Hinckley) 8pm -1am Adm.£5 on the door. There is a real buzz about this-the last one had 300+ with a great atmosphere. All proceeds from this night will be given to the family of the late Tim Maine, who helped promote this venue- your support will be much appreciated. Details; ally@pyramidposters.com tel 07971 596679

By Mike in News Archives · October 4, 200222 yr

Just two of the many events on this weekend all over the UK Check out the calendar for full score! Soul in the Bridge Lancs Ward Liberal Club Stamford Street Stalybridge {opp bp garage} 8pm til late addmission £2.50 cheap bar prices resident djs Sid Jones Steve{sox}Thomas guest djs Paul robinson info {Sid} 0161/338/7294 or e-mail sidney.jones2@btopenworld.com Friday 04 Oct 02 Sheridans Present by popular demand Twisted Wheel Revival Night With Original Twisted Wheel DJ Brian Rae 9-2am Bar open till late Unit 50 Calder Wharf Mills Huddersfield Road Dewsbury

By Mike in News Archives · October 4, 200222 yr

All you london types lock up your pushbikes.
After all the rumours it seems its all out in the open! You may have heard about it, but its now offical

Yes its out! The plans for the annual DMSC outing is out on the streets! This year its a outing down to London Town to catch the CSC Dome 3rd Annivesary on 29 NOV 02

Final details to follow, but basically be a case of hiring or blagging coaches, minibuses, ice cream vans, and enough vehicles to get all those DMSC members up for it down to the event.

Cost be the normal dmsc thing... low!!

Final details to be worked out, but will be pick up points along the way where needed Open to DMSC members - email if interested to

more details as they happen #

By Mike in News Archives · October 1, 200222 yr

DMSC - 28 Sep 02 Playlist Second Room

Lot of feedback on the event, best one being f****** awesome to describe Keith Money spot
and ....err.... yeah it was!

Playlist from Martin T and more to follow

Martin Thompson

Martin T - ("these old shoes" club in London regular djs), made the haul up on Saturday
dealing with rail strike, bus journey and local taxis.
Did a great last hour set in the second room, that was well appreciated by many
and has since been subject of thumbs up feedback.
Playlist below, and many thanks go to Martin on behalf of all at DMSC for his efforts

Note: can catch Martin this Thursday at "Soul In The City" event in London,
details at the end!

Tammi Wayne- Have a good time (Boom)
Betty Lloyd- Im catching on (BSC)
Sandpipers- Lonely too long (Giant)
Celest Hardie- Youre gone (Reynolds)
Debonairs- Please come back baby (Soul Click)
Sandy Wynns- Ill give that to you (Simco)
Clarence Hill- a lot of loving going around (Mainstream)
Cliff Nobles- My love is getting stronger (Atlantic)
Mousie and the Traps- How about you (Toddlin Town)
Contacts- You gonna pay (Quadran)
Jimmy Castor- its OK (Jet set)
Lillian Offit- The man wont work (Chief)
Gladys Tyler- a little bitty girl (Decca)
Danny White- Miss fine miss fine (Frisco)
Willie Tee- I want somebody (Atlantic)
Vonns- So many days (King)
Margie Hendrix- one room paradise (Mercury)
Lonnett- Blue jeans (M-S)
Sea Shells- Quiet home (Villige)

Thursday 3rd October
6.30pm onwards
Upstairs at
THE OLD BLUE LAST
Great Eastern Street
London EC2

Free Entrance
Draught Beer £2 a pint
Tubes: Liv Street&Old Street
Buses: 8, 26, 35, 47, 48, 149, 242
e-mail: soulinthecityuk@yahoo.co.uk
Tel: 0780 3133782

By Mike in News Archives · September 30, 200222 yr

Gregs choice of Brouge Burners.
Playlist (Not in order as was DRUNK!!!) C.S.C 27th Sept 2002
Been told it was biggest crowd since Sidney Barnes one and a cracker of a nite!!
Next one is in Nov and its the annivesary one!!

Pat lewis - No one to love - Solid Hit
Nat hall - Why (I wanna Know) - Loop
Groovettes - Think it over baby - Reness
Utopias - Girls are against me - La Salle
Flash Mc Kinley - Ill Rescue you - Bombay
Gene Chandler - I can take of myself - Constellation
Purple Mundi - Stop hurting me baby - Cat
Monclairs - Hey you - Arch
Ty Karim - You really made it good to me - Romark
Fascinators - In other words - Bombay
Trends - Thanks for a little lovin - Abc
Tobi Lark - Sweep out the Shed - Topper
Gary Dean - You can say - Young
Tamla Lewis - You wont say nothing - Marton
Sonatas - Going on down the road -Hot Line
Kindly Shepherds - Lend me your hand - Checker
Betty Lou&Bobby Adams - Dr Truelove - Tarx
Doni Burdick - Bari Track - Sounds International
Tangeers - Let my heart and soul be free -Okeh
Joannie Sommers - Dont pity me - W/B
Martha Starr - Love is the only solution - Thelma
Billy Kennedy - Groovy Generation - Thelma
Don varner - Tear Stained face - Quinvy
Jessie Davis - Gonna hang on in there girl - Era
Maurice Jackson - Forever my love - Weis
Brand New Faces - Brand New Faces - Lujuna
Kurt harris - Emperor of my babys heart - Diamond
Ron Baxter - This is it - Ole 9

By Mike in News Archives · September 30, 200222 yr

Just a reminder that the Charity CD mentioned earlier, done by Andy Dyson is available. Already a big sum has been raised and had rave reviews address for cash is Andy Dyson 12 MICKLEBRING GROVE , CONISBROUGH , NEAR DONCASTER , SOUTH YORKS DN11 9UT

By Mike in News Archives · September 30, 200222 yr

If at DMSC last nite between 0910-1000 apart from being able to participate/fight at the bar in the last 10 minutes of the " 2 for 1 drink " offer!
You would have had chance to catch yet another quality sessions in one of our pre-main guests spots
Andy Killick did the latter one of these spots this event, and his playlist is below.
mike

NOMADS SOMETHINS BAD MO-GROOV
PROFESSIONALS THATS WHY I LOVE YOU GROOVE CITY
CASHMERES SHOWSTOPPER HEM
FACINATORS IN OTHER WORDS BOMBAY
VENTURAS HEART OF LOVE GREEN LIGHT
TOMMY SOUL ILL BE RIGHT HERE GASLIGHT
SOUL COMUNICATORS LONELY NIGHTS FEE BEE
MARTINEQUES IF YOU WANT TO CALL ME ME-O
GEORGE HUGHLEY THATS WHY I CRY BUDAH
LA SHAWN COLLINS WHAT YOU GONNA DO SINCERE
EPSILONS MIND IN A BIND HEM
SKIP JACKSON IM ON TO YOU GIRL DOT-MAR
AGE OF BRONZE IM GONNA LOVE YOU GUAVA
HOLLIDAYS SET ME ON MY FEET RIGHT HOLLIDAY
CELEBRITIES I CHOOSE YOU BOSS
NEW WANDERERS LET ME RENDER MY SERVICE READY
DE-LITES LOVER CUPPY
WADE FLEMMONS TWO OF A KIND RAMSEL
JOHNNY MAE MATHEWS I HAVE NO CHOICE BIG HIT

By Mike in News Archives · September 29, 200222 yr

News from Paul Cross last nite which is well welcome by meself and sure by others.

Manor Lea Hotel, Albrighton, the once highly regarded venue is to return
With first event being a Soul Nite on 13 Dec 02
Music being 60/70s format
Been told Martin Bradley and Des Parker also involved.

And those great words "punter friendly attitude " were used.

So all looks and sounds good and a definite candidate for the ever growing must go event list

Futures so bright...........!

By Mike in News Archives · September 29, 200222 yr

DMSC Soul nite was on last nite at the Springfield Hotel A55 Third one in the series and the final sort of see how things are going one.

Well how did combination of a line up featuring likes of KEITH MONEY, ION and DAVE THORLEY, a well smart venue and monkey attitude go?
Well need to hit read more for my own view and will just say watch out soon for next years dates, more top quality line ups and some near future news

Third Monkey happened Nite looking back seems to have been a succesfull one. All feedback got on nite and so far was that all enjoyed it . Crowd: A fairly mixed crowd, a good "here to enjoy" feel was all over place Fair few regulars hardcore now and hats off to the long distance ones such as St Ives and also the Irish contigent who flew in and paid the door in Euros! Fair few new faces, some regonisable. Found out hotel has been advertising nite in its own leaflets and reckon had a couple coming in cause of that. Full marks to the girls who turned up in a white stretch limo for the nite though not as impressive as my 24 hour hire nissan micra but was very close Djs Main regs Andy R and Rob T were on sidelines due to a double booking so a few last minute signings and reckon we had a well a strong line up Main room Keith Money, Ion, Dave Thorley being the main striking force and they went for goal big style. Some great sets, and some great sounds. First guest up was Chico doing the "local" spot, went for a 70s feel as doing 60s later and did good things.

Andy Killick another local (Chester) dj/collector up next, weve been warning people off about him as knew what he was going to dish out and he certainly deserved that warning with some top dog sounds. Ion making a rare appearance up here next and carried on from last time caught him with quality set Dave Thorley again a name not often seen round these parts, stepped up and lashed out with some great sounds Scotlands Keith Money was last of the all-star guest line up, and ouch, so good it hurt, know that now has a well strong dmsc contigent to his fanclub. Great stuff. Last half hour was the "monkey till you drop" finish with as normal the "local" boy taking it on. Chico dug deep and come up with a half hour feel good mix of classics, quality and good to hear agains. No excuses Play lists hopefully will follow soonest,

Second room Bit of confusion about this sometimes, as heard it called in past the "modern" ? room, the "R&B" room amongst other things!! Loose 6ts "across the other side of street format", is what we are after delivering and we try and get a varied mix of djs, who offer a varied mix of 6ts soul and reckon certainly had that this time. Allready this room seems to have got a bit of rep after the last one, with even a "undercover" reporter present. Didnt go as planned really due to one dj late and one dj doing what asked not to- what can you do? Martin Thomson made long journey up from London and gave us some quality These Old Shoes Style for the last hour set, some great stuff, and gotta say big thanks to Martin for making the journey Pete Coulson - was lynch pin for room, did early bit, then finished the nite off with a top selection of uptempo R&B which had place jumping Brian Rae - Brian dug deep for some classy little heard vinyl spins to take us on a voyage of discovery Mark Morgan - Mark pushed out a popular set that went down well on floor

odds digital cameras were out and about thanks to Anne, so some visual shocks should be up soon biggest suprise of nite was when Nick Brown just turned up outta blue -double take time online - always good to meet online people, hat off to Scotty and wife from Carlisle, plus all usual suspects news - lea manor is coming back soon venue hotel seems have well busy turnover of staff, but gotta say not many if any of previous hiccups showed up, few minor tweaks with sound, normal barstaff confusion with hour long two for one drink promotion but everything else seemed to work good.

Was a fair few record sales doing the rounds, with some good buys to be had future - next one is a one-roomer with main guest being Andy Dyson and regs Rob Thomas with Carl Willingham standing in for Andy Rix whos on holiday. Plus Mark Speakman and Soul talks very own Steve T Plan is to cram everyone in, look door and see what state all are in after 5 and a half hours of rare soul mayhem. Nov 16 being the day. own view - ok as one of the team, my view is coming from a different angle that the "punter",all feedback got was all seemed to have well enjoyable time, after 3 events now have a great bunch of regs and supporters, and know that theres a fair few "revitalised" (word some used to explain it) people hungry for even more fresh sounds. So what seen and heard feedback all good. Thanks - gotta say many thanks to all the guest djs, a fair few did some well long journeys to show up, and am sure their efforts are appreciated by all as their sounds were. Know they enjoyed themselves and had a great time, which is what its all about. Thanks as always to those who helped with flyers, spreading the word, supporting us and and more. Thanks to main sound crew Lawrence and arabians And Pete Coulson for 2nd room gear plus his roadies ....his family Thanks to DMSC door crew team Sue, Julie and Dave And of course thanks to all DMSC members, the ones who put the monkey in it DMSC ps we thrive on feed back and ears always open , so lets us know any thoughts, views, criticisms etc etc on nite always scrounging stuff for site if wanna do a review , shoot away either email dmsc@soul-source.net website - www.soul-source.co.uk should be updated soonest, if want to see video clips - give Dick John a kick when see him next.

event-reviews

By Mike in Articles · September 29, 200222 yr

Lp out now, the film due out in US on Nov 15.
A fair few websites, clips, trailers, audio etc etc all up and out there.
save you hunting around here's some decent links and a few words from intro of film
The official website
http://www.standingintheshadowsofmotown.com/
Film intro:
In 1959, Berry Gordy gathered the best musicians from Detroit's thriving jazz and blues scene to begin cutting songs for his new record company. Over a fourteen year period, they were the heartbeat on "My Girl," "Bernadette," I Was Made to Love Her," and every other hit from Motown's Detroit era.
By the end of their phenomenal run, this unheralded group of musicians had played on more number one's hits than the Beach Boys, the Rolling Stones, Elvis and the Beatles combined - which makes them the greatest hit machine in the history of popular music. They called themselves the Funk Brothers.
Forty-one years after ................

Track Listing: Starring The Funk Brothers on all tracks
1 -(Love Is Like A) Heat Wave - Joan Osborne
2 -You've Really Got A Hold On Me - Meshell Ndegeocello
3 -Do You Love Me - Bootsy Collins
4 -Bernadette (instrumental) - The Funk Brothers *
5 -Reach Out I'll Be There - Gerald Levert
6 -Ain't Too Proud To Beg - Ben Harper
7 -Shotgun - Gerald Levert featuring Tom Scott
8 -What Becomes Of The Brokenhearted - Joan Osborne
9 -I Heard It Through The Grapevine - Ben Harper
10 -You Keep Me Hanging On (instrumental) - The Funk Brothers *
11 -Cool Jerk - Bootsy Collins
12 -Cloud Nine - Meshell Ndegeocello
13 -What's Going On - Chaka Kahn
14 -Band Introduction / Ain't No Mountain High Enough - Chaka Kahn&Montell Jordan
15 -The Flick - Earl Van Dyke *they played their first note an a Motown record and three decades since they were all together, the Funk Brothers reunited back in Detroit to play their music and tell their unforgettable story in STANDING IN THE SHADOWS OF MOTOWN.
With the tumultuous sixties as a backdrop, Motowns unsung heroes take the viewer on a compelling journey in time as they trace the evolution of The Motown Sound" from its origins in Detroit to its demise in Los Angeles during the seventies. Through the eyes of the riveting characters who ruled Hitsvilles studio by day and the club scene of Detroit by night, we enter a world of unparalleled soul and emotion as the Funk Brothers revisit the sites of their musical roots, triumphs, and eventual heartbreak.
For more than four decades, from the dance floors of the world, to the Detroit riots of 1967, to the war in Vietnam, the music the Funk Brothers created has played a major role in the cultural fabric of all of our lives. STANDING IN THE SHADOWS OF MOTOWN finally puts some faces on that music and introduces these heroic musical figures to the world.
"There are suckers out there for the films brand of shrink-wrapped nostalgia. Im not one of them."
-- Bill Chambers, FILM FREAK CENTRAL
"When it stays on track, its pretty good fun"
-- Jason Clark, MATINEE MAGAZINE

By Mike in News Archives · September 27, 200222 yr

Event teaser which included Stafford Article from the first issue of Manifesto
Almost there.....whats that noise??
Look Forward Sat 28 Sep 2002
Got some details of what Dave Thorley, has lined up for upcoming Monkey , from unissues by Carol Anderson from the same session that Sad Girl come from, supposed to be a killer. Also other one offs and top plays and a lot of fresh quality 60/70s Ears drolling already!
Look Back - Stafford
Looking back to the very first issue of Manifesto in 1994 we feature a quick scan of a double page feature of Dave Thorley looking back at Stafford

site note - orig posted in 2002 - re-dug up and reformatted since

By Mike in Articles · September 27, 200222 yr

Keep telling you that that were neck deep in quality rare soul this Saturday...
check out the Top 5 of most requested tunes from Pete Coulson

Who is just one of the 9 djs lined up for this Saturdays Monkey Pete will be found lashing out in the second room the likes of:

George Cameron- My heart tell me so
Dean Barlow - Third Window From The Right
Stu Garner - Expressing My Love
Roscoe and Barbara - Could This be Love
Albert Washington - Im The Man

By Mike in News Archives · September 27, 200222 yr

Well after all views, reviews etc it seems that the event of the weekend was The Keele Allnighter, been told next one is in Dec.
For interest here is a playlist from Keele from Irish Greg which went down really well to a packed floor.
Of course Greg is co-promoter of CSC whose next event is on this Friday in London Town (see prev post). Check site out for more info and details.
Plus just for info, this was originally posted on the rare soul discussion list - SOUL TALK (If feel a bit like you are missing out and fed up of egos, abuse, off topic crap and just want the latest on-topic, friendly , worthwhile rare soul discussion, just hit that sign up link matey!)
....and this is what Greg played at Keele, although not necessarily in the correct order:
Pat Lewis - No one to love - Solid Hit
Utopias - Girls are against me - La Salle
New Wanderers - Aint gonna do you no harm - Ready
Flash McKinley - Ill rescue you - Bombay
Other Brothers - Its been a long time - Modern
O.C. Tolbert - You got me turned around - Unissued Topper
Fuller Brothers - Moanin & Groanin & Crying - Keyman
Tamala Lewis - Just don't say nothing - Marton
Other Brothers - Nobody but you honey - Unissued Modern
Joe Matthews - Ain't nothing you can do - Kool Kat
Mary Saxton - Losing Control - Beechwood LP
Brand New Faces - Brand new faces - Lu-Juna
Judy Freeman - Hold On - Unissued LP extended version
Gary Dean - You can say - Young
Betty Lou & Bobby Adams - Dr Truelove - Trax
Kindly Shepherds - Lend me your hand - Checker
Velvets - Got to find me somebody - 20th Century
Joanie Sommers - Don't pity me - Warner Bros
Johnny Maestro - Stepping out of the picture - Scepter
Nat Hall - You don't know how I feel - Loop
Cliff Nobles - My Love is getting stronger - Atlantic
Gloria Edwards - My love keeps gettin' stronger - Unissued
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By Mike in News Archives · September 23, 200222 yr

Busy weekend after Runcorn and Wilton, it was off to Broughton and then Keele Niter last nite Got there about 1.30 Been told that earlier on wasnt much dancefloor action But from 2am caught 3 great sets by Irish Greg, Butch and Roger Banks Dancefloor packed, place had a good buzz Three hours worth of then oldies spot by Rob Jones which wasnt my cup of tea Keith Minshull finished nite with a good set. Doors open at 10 so missed 4 hours of the niter inc sets by Mick Smith, Dave Welding, though got to say the 3 hours 2-5 were great stuff.

Overall ...from what I saw Well what an improvement, when last year the event closed down, it was said that the event had run its course. And to tell the truth my experience there agreed with this. This one though was a completely different affair. Crowd was from all over UK Down South, London, Cambs, Yorkshire etc etc and of course many from North West and North Wales.

A lot of familar faces and a lot of catching up Place had a good buzz, Greg, Butch and Roger did great things and the crowd responded. Look forward to seeing future dates, regulars and line ups. Going by those 3 hours if go for same am sure this new version will be a winner. And will be another recent addition to the decent soul events list.

Broughton was a good one, main guest was Arthur Fenn with Mark Speakman doing the North Wales slot. The normal guest timings had changed so only caught a bit of Arthur Fenns spot. regulars Soul Sam and Brian Ellis pushed out what they are good at, a good quality mix of all era soul Version of Family affair by Misia ?? was a stand out.

By Mike in News Archive - Comments · September 23, 200222 yr

Yes folks, go get em out and check that your dancing shoes are
polished...your drinking arm is in good working order...and that your
record-searching-fingers are fully exercised, ready and able, cuz as is by
magic, yes tis time once again for you to enjoy an evening of fine quality
Northern/Rare Soul at:

THE CAPITOL SOUL CLUB,
at THE DOME, in Tufnell Park London,
THIS COMING FRIDAY 27th September!

Guest DJs on the night are Russ "Show us ya knickers" Vickers and Ian
"BlowUp" Jackson...joining the regular crew of Alan, Greg, Carl and David.

9.30 to 3am...doors close at midnight...£7 in.
For directions, membership details (cuz its members only!), lotsa pictures
of soulies enjoying themselves at previous nights* and playlists of the
kinda thing youre gonna hear, go to:
http://www.capitolsoulclub.homestead.com/cscindex.html

*-if you have any decent snaps of you and your mates larging it at the CSC
nights at The Dome, then feel free to email them in (link on-site...jpegs
only!), and if they scrape past the stringent rules of decency and
depravity, then we might just post them up for the World to see!

gmcallinney@westminster.gov.uk

By Mike in News Archives · September 23, 200222 yr

Llandudno Risboro plays -Sep event Last event was a bit down numbers wise but the sounds more than made up for it A classy mix of all styles soul was well appreciated by both ears and feet. Details of next Oct event to follow soonest Knocked together a few playlists from the guest and regs on the nite Phil Blacknell Septembers guest Big Daddy Rogers- Im a big man-Midas Johnny Nash- What kind of love is this-Groove Gillettes-Same identical thing -J&S Sugar&the Spices-I have faith in you-Swan Collins&Collins-At top of the stairs-A&M Bobby Thurston-Just ask me-Mainline (LP) Betty Wright-Man of Mine-Alston Chuck Ray-I dont mind-Tam-Boo Bay Brothers-What does it take to win your love-Millennium Esther Philips-Nobody but you-Roulette Shirley Lawson-One more chance-Soul City Johnny Caswell-You dont want me no more-Decca Jerry Cook-I hurt on the other side-Capitol Carol Anderson-Sad Girl-fee Mike h - reg - mix of 10 current, requests and populars -sep Isonics - Sugar B J Thomas - Keep It Up Tyn Tymes - Baby I Love you Eddie Floyd - Thats All Houston Outlaws- Aint no telling Judy Freeman-Hold On test lp version Gayle Adams - Baby I need your loving -12 GQ - Make Your Dreams A Reality - 2002 mix -12 Eddie Wilson -Toast To The Lady Albert Washington - Im the man Mark Speakman -reg- current, requests and populars -aug Imperial Cs - Somebody Tell Her Virgina Blakely - Dont Let Nobody Love You Bunny Sigler -Girl Dont Make Me Wait Moses Smith -Girl Across The Street Sweets-Something About My Baby Adams Apple -Dont Take It Out Of This World Soul Bros Inc - Pyramid

By Mike in News Archives · September 23, 200222 yr

Posted on soul talk by a "concerned dealer" and passed on with permission as may be of interest to some WARNING!!! Whilst selling records at Keele last night I turned to talk to a mate and someone took 3 records out of my box and walked away with them. Fortunately I saw him out of the corner of my eye and challenged him, took all the records from him and recovered my STOLEN records, by the time I`d found the promoters the guy was nowhere to be seen. The strange thing was that he`d actually bought some records from me earlier although the value of the records he bought was £10, the ones he`d stolen £100! A brief description of the guy; mid 40s, yellow polo shirt covered in old patches and a beige Nike cap, keep a look out for him around the venues.

By Mike in News Archives · September 22, 200222 yr

Bit of travelling last nite,
hit read more for quick look back at Pavillions - Runcorn
And a long journey and a short visit of Wilton All Niter

Plus some odd bits of other news, gossip, etc mixed in

After a week of car and washing machine trouble, weekend was well anticipated.
As always North Wales confusion crept in as thought was going to south Manchester event, but turned out was off to Pavilions at Runcorn, which for some reason thought had already been on this month.
Steve T (Holyhead) was main guest and had a space so off we went with a shady north Wales crew Dick John, (if anyone wants to catch dmsc soul nite video online, when see him tell him "sort that video"), Chris and Dave F being rest of bunch.

Pavilions was still where it was last time, and still as smart inside. Venue well plush, and good layout and feel. A enjoyable venue.Those who dont know event its run by Bernie OBrien and Steve Fletcher, helping out was someone who had a fair bit of chinwag but didnt catch name, know youre online mate so apologies. Way have had event described to me in past, is this is a selfish thing for promoters, they do run another event where emphasis is on popular play what crowd want, which is mainly an oldies event. But this one is the balancer, the fun thing, a "let the djs do their own thing" and no policy. Dont like that "across the board" term as been misused a lot. Feel of nite to me was a classy mix of all era soul.

Bernie on decks at first then followed by Cogs (not that sure on name, may be wrong and guy on door was cogs??)
Heard some nice stuff , crowd was a bit down on last time was there, though werent that many early on, gotta say the early dancers were well impressive, rare nowadays to say that but well smart and stylish. Was a strong 70s+ feel overall, highlights included likes of the great jerry butler - dont step on my dreams and more similar style grooves, had mentally noted a lot more but gone west at moment. With the odd classic thrown in , Soul Self Satisfaction was dedicated to the late Martin Ellis.
Steve T was on next at 11 as the main guest, asked my advice earlier as I have guested here before, I told him the crowd was all into early R&B the earlier and the more down tempo the better. Of course he wisely ignored my advice and continued the set trend with a smart mix of 60s current plays, few classics and 70s+. Not a representive mix but some examples being - Pretty Little Girl Next Door - Bobby Day , Holland Dozier - New Breed Kinda Woman, Gayle Adams- Baby I need your loving. sure Steve will add when recover as didnt catch all.
Bernie finished of nite with bit more of a good mix of all era soul
Odds
Alan B wouldnt give out details of that other version of Vooddo Working apart from a few clues as it was actual legal issue not dub. Did say other stuff but gone west. Mentioned next weeks main guest at Viaduct is Ginger.
Overall, numbers down, but still an enjoyable nite, some great sounds on the 70-2k trip, some could have done with out, but "something for everyone and all that
Orig plan was just the one event but come 1am most of us had a strong desire to crack on, though Steve t had work in morning, such was our thirst we sweet talked steve t into just making a flying visit to wilton, suppose steve is more than likely cursing us right now at work. Yeah and we deserve it

Wilton

Enough is enough, someone tell me what is it about yorkshire, every time in last couple of months been there, have had a right bundle of laughs. This time no different, as was planned just to nip across for a few hours time was tight. So as wanted to get most was in a rush, first thing we found out that exit number we were given was wrong!! Which made the mobile phone directions we were trying to follow a bit hard. Cut the crap - think one hour 50 odd miles, another motorway exit, 3 security guards, a 24 hour garage, and 30 mins of Pete Coulson mobile phone credit, later we found the place
If someone wants to tell why does it seem that all events in yshire seem to be located in the middle of industrial estates feel free
Off topic: just worked out why Yorkshire Rider crew had probs finding DMSC, wasnt my tip top directions, it was fact that there was no industrial estate within 10 miles of it." That might be it " said our young soul fan "...nay lad dont be daft. Has thou seen all that green stuff around here, and wheres all security gates and wire fences, nay lad thou is wrong, keep thy foot down, now weres my snap box" - advance apoligies

By time got there, worked out what time had to leave as Steve T was at work in morning, mmmm we had one hour
A quick haggle on price with door staff , in, catch up with a fair few not often seen, not sure who was on when in but played some nice stuff, was told numbers were down, 2 cups of tea, Chris Sheppard then was on and Let It Be Real- George Hobson hit the spot, (seen this had spins at wigan 78, how did it go) Steve T pointing at his watch, a quick attempt to flyer every one in 2 mins, and that was it, a 2-3 hour journey ahead, and to make matters worse found out that a bloody security guard had given us long way directions, and when driving around were just 50m away from venue
Back home at 7

Final thing on wilton is was it worth it?
My own view yep, even though spent more time industrial estate touring than in actual event (check out the argos distribution depot for a superb example of the latest version of the highly rated secur-r-us gate barriers)
Event been trying to get to for a fair while but usually either clashes, or plans failing means no go. As said was told numbers were down, and dance floor reaction was a bit on/off , but even short time event there , place had that "feel" you associate with a good quality event . And as recently some events happenings have left me wondering "am I on different planet" well that hour cleared it all up .
Definitely be going again, a hour not really long enough for fair view suppose, but what saw, felt and all the rest despite numbers down, will undoubtely result in yet more battles with those bloody Yorkshire industrial estates.

WEEKEND OTHER GOING ONS

Reports that Bury was bit quiet, though was early like, Stockport been told was a packer and a stormer, featuring those masters of rare soul destruction Andy Rix and Rob Thomas
Broughton and Keele tonite
Buzz about Keele tonite with it seems a fair few doing it.

mike

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By Mike in News Archives · September 21, 200222 yr

Some quality events around this weekend, check out event calander for info!! Monkey flyers are out and about, front is at top, the back with the info on is below for a full view , hit here

By Mike in News Archives · September 20, 200222 yr

Hi all. Back again with all the latest news regarding North Herts biggest Rare Soul event - the Plinston Hall. Firstly the next night is Friday 1st November with guests Nick&Dawn Brown and Dave Rimmer joining the usual line-up of Hammie, Fingers, Taffy and TheBigO&Ab. Tickets are a MUST for those who intend travelling and can be reserved on the door or paid for by credit card from the box office on (01462) 480282. £5 gets you in to a guarenteed packed fun filled night. Please note: Our events are not, at present, members only so you CAN turn up on the night and pay at the door. We do not advise this if you are travelling to the event as the last one sold out in under 2hrs. All the opening night problems (too few bar staff, overcrowding, bar drunk dry etc etc) have now been sorted and we have opened the upstairs Modern/Crossover room for this night (6 months ahead of schedule) to cope with the demand. Top Modern DJs will be booked for the forthcoming events and please note NO SOULFUL GARAGE is envisaged!! We are talking with the management about the possability of holding allnighters at the venue and so far talks are encouraging. However, we want to build a strong database of members asap as this will be members only events. Drop us a line at nh6tsmafia@aol.com for further information. Thats it for now. January sees the lovely Ginger Taylor gracing the decks and we are hoping to secure the services of Soul Sam in the Modern room (TBC). Butch will also be making his debut at the club sometime in the new year and the R&B/R&S room will be opening in March 2003 so watch this space and find out why we say....Herts - Full of soul! TheBigO

By Mike in News Archives · September 19, 200222 yr

If haven't checked it out yet, can watch the famous northern soul patrol on web. Funniest thing on tv since that thing on breakfast tv that involved a pie in a bread roll.....

Both clips are up on BBC choice site - also linked in the new video player section (under testing but seems solid)
Heres what Johnny V says on site about them

"And Soul Patrol, they're back arent they? Yes! I just love Northern Soul. I always have done. The first time I saw it I knew I was observing a phenomenon. It was a kind of working-class dance movement, a forerunner to Rave. It was about you, your state of mind and a driving beat. It was a movement that passed by everyone in the South because the London music crowd never ventured North and there were no magazines then like The Face, or the internet to bring everyone in touch. This is another reason I see value in it. Where did you get the guys from? I can't reveal the source of them but we will be bringing out action figures. They're going to be the new Power Rangers, solving crime to the power of the beat. "

Link is: Hit this power ranger (long gone!) - updated with youtube video added

By Mike in News Archives · September 18, 200222 yr

Heres a tasty look forward to CSC Dome nite on Friday 27 Sep.
A top ten from Russ Vickers (who every time have caught him doing a spot has always thrown out some right tasty stuff).
1. Isonics - Sugar - Kammy
2. The Tears - What youre doing to me - Smash
3. The Fabulous Dimensions - I Cant Take It Baby - Saphire
4. Skip Jackson&the Shantons - Im on to you girl - Dot - Mar
5. Curtis Davies&the Arkettes - Tell Me - Ronnie Records
6. Dee Dee Sharpe - Deep Dark Secret - Cameo
7. Claude Huey - Why Would You Blow It - Galaxy
8. Sokina Muhammad - Im a Beleiver - Prestige
9. Charles Mintz - Running Back - Uplook
10. Chuck Cockerham - Have I Got A Right - Mala Need say any more.......apart from corking stuff!! Check out CSC SITE for more info

By Mike in News Archives · September 16, 200222 yr

Andy Dyson is putting together a worthwhile tape for charity, None of the over the top stuff heres Andys own words I figured if I charge £3 inc p+p for the tape it will raise whatever less post and tape cost which i havent the foggiest idea what blank tapes cost.so feel free to send what you want but £3 is enough.the tape will consist of some of my current plays and deep and general soul first priority is quality but equally and hopefully tunes that are unknown to the masses.ive only done one tape in the last 5 years that went to flynny, oh and chalky came up and did one himself to be quite honest ill probably never do another other than sales tapes.also i must add this will not be a sales tape , and you have my word every last penny will go to a childrens and the m / s charity.if you want a copy send to me at 12 MICKLEBRING GROVE , CONISBROUGH , NR DONCASTER ,SOUTH YORKSHIRE ,DN11 - 9UT .HOPE YOU ENJOY oh nearly forgot ill stick £100 of my own money in regardless of amount of interest,also the planned soul night will run along the same lines. andy dyson. there you go, sounds worthwhile cause and done in right way am sure the tape will be of the highest quality so get your hand in pocket and do it....!!!

By Mike in News Archives · September 16, 200222 yr

www.geocities.com/northmanchestersoulclub northmanchestersc@hotmail.com NORTH MANCHESTER SOUL CLUB @ BURY TOWN HALL PRESENTS THEIR MASSIVE 4th ANNIVERSAREY ALL - NITER ON FRIDAY 18th OCTOBER! 3 ROOMS OF SOUL OVER 10 HOURS (8 P.M - 6 A.M) WITH 19 GUEST D.JS! ROOM 1: THE BALL ROOM PLAYING CLASSIC NORTHERN, MOTOWN AND TODAYS INDEMANDERS. D.JS RICHARD SEARLING KENNY BURRELL GINGER TAYLOR TERRY DAVIES KEV MURPHY SEAN LIVESEY BOB HINSLEY DAVE BOOTH NEIL JONES ROOM 2: THE ROOM AT THE TOP. PLAYING RARE&NEWLY DISCOVERED 6TS AND R&B SOUNDS. D.JS MARK BICKNELL ANDRE MINTA STEVIE Z DAVE BOOTH JOHN KELLY STEVE GRUTCHLIK LARRY CLARKE ROOM 3 MODERN&CROSSOVER: THE BEST IN 7TS CROSSOVER THRU TO Y2K2 ANTHEMS D.JS MARK GRICE BOB HINSLEY PAUL HAWKINS DAVID BELL MICK HOWARD SEAN LIVESEY DAVE BOOTH ADMISSION £10 ON THE DOOR OR TICKETS £8 IN ADVANCE! FOR MORE INFO OR TICKET PURCHASING RING NEIL ON 0161 7669086. OR GO TO www.geocities.com/northmanchestersoulclub EMAIL: northmanchestersc@hotmail.com RECORD DEALERS WELCOME RING TO RESERVE A TABLE. BE QUICK GETTING YOUR TICKETS FOR THIS ONE THERE ALREADY FLYING!!

By Mike in News Archives · September 15, 200222 yr

Well seems were rumbled, some have commented on team monkeys frequent trips to caribbean and other suspicious things. Investigative reporter Nick Brown of Scenesville fame recently told the world via Soul Talk, the truth behind the DMSC nites and the legendary "Two drinks for one promotion"!! Thanks to him our grant from McGill University, Montreal, has now been suspended! And there is no longer a need to enter blood groups on memberships application forms. just hit that read more... to read more

Found this in the latest issue of Fortean Times and couldnt resist sharing it with you all. The article is a paraphrase of a report which appeared in the Sunday Telegraph of May 3, 2002, and appears in a feature collecting together items on this theme. Club promoters in the North Wales borderlands might particularly enjoy it! ******** A study that involved giving alcohol to 1000 green vervet monkeys has shown that small primates behave very much like humans. The vast majority drank moderately and only in the company of other monkeys (but never before lunch) and preferred their drink to be diluted with fruit juice. Around 15% drank regularly and heavily, preferring their hooch neat or with a dash of water. The same proportion drank a little or were teetotal. Five per cent were "seriously abusive binge drinkers". They get drunk, pick fights, and consume as much as they can before passing out. As with humans, most heavy drinkers are young males, but monkeys of both sexes and all ages like a drink. The research took place on the Caribbean island of St Kitts, where monkeys have developed a taste for alcohol in the form of fermenting sugar cane, and now frequent the islands bars to gulp back abandoned cocktails. The study involved keeping the animals in cages and offering them a choice between soft drinks, alcoholic drinks and diluted alcohol. "A cage full of drunken monkeys is like a cocktail party," said Professor Frank Ervin of McGill University, Montreal, who led the study. "You have one who gets aggressive, one who gets sexy, one who thinks everythings funny and one who gets really grumpy. The binge drinkers gulp down the alcohol and pass out on the floor. The next day they do it all over again." ***************

By Mike in News Archives · September 13, 200222 yr

Latest News about next years much anticipated weeekender The Prestatyn Weekender2003 will feature as live guests: Spyder Turner Don Gardner and new addition to the line up Gwen Owens and big news in the modern room Ann Nesby yep of Sounds Of Blackness fame! doing big things on her tod nowadays Gonna be a good un!!!

By Mike in News Archives · September 13, 200222 yr

Days to go till the return of CSC quality rares soul nite
Guests inc highly rated Russ Vickers and all reg crew Check flyer out for full details

By Mike in News Archives · September 11, 200222 yr

Things picking up now as next monkey gets close.
Heres latest send out, thrown up here as top ten added.
Monkey newsletters, memberships all getting sorted,
the new revamped DMSC members only section be opening soon.
Along with the online sign up.
Next day or two should also see DMSC sound sessions up and running.
Busy times

Ok next monkey coming up in a couple of weeks - 28 Sep being the nite
"THE MONKEY GETS HARD"
Got together a right old lary line up for this one
Keith Money, Ion, Dave Thorley, Andy Killick, Chico, Martin Thomson (These Old Shoes). Brian (back to the vinyl) Rae, Pete Coulson. Mark M and more

Drunken Monkey Soul Club
Somewhere on A55 near North Wales/Chester
28 Sep 02 - 8-0130
£5 in
2 rooms of rare soul mayhem
All kicks off at 8, no warm up straight into it

Along with the respected top of the tree names laying into you with pure rare soul violence later on
The early boys have been kicking arse big style, past ones likes of Small Paul, Chris Penn, Ally Mayer, Phil Blacknell, been
causing all sorts of soul turmoil.Then with the Second room gang, now getting in on act and kicking off big style at the last one.
Reckon only fair to warn you off , if just turn up at 8 with a view to take max use of the 2 drinks for one promotion, watch out!

Threatening you with a taste of just what damage these boys are gonna do to you, starting up a bit of a series on some of the djs lined up before the big boys and in the second room..
Kicking off with a current ten and a bit of background from Andy Killick lined up for the main hall at the 28 Sep event......

Top 10 tools

Celebrities-I Choose You-Boss
Hollidays-Set me on my feet alright-Holliday
Professionals-Thats why I love you-Groove City
New Wanderers-Let me render my service-Ready
Charles Holiday-Dont lie-Playboy
Delites-Lover-Cuppy
Jesse James-Are you gonna leave me-Shirley
Facinators-In other words-Bombay
Lovers-No doubt about it-Frantic
Anthony & Delsonics-Everytime-Emerge

Bit bout me....
Chester based, very big collector of rare soul harmony. Returned to scene about three years ago after an absence of about 18 years, usual stuff marraige, kids, mortgage and career. Used to DJ in the anglia area, Huntingdon, Peterborough, St. Neots, and St.Ives. Have known Andy Rix since the St. Ivo days, both started at similar times, remember his favorate track back then..Lestor Tipton/LaBeat. Travelled all over the country back then Wigan, Rotherham, Derby, Manchester you name it, I did it.

Andy Killick

Thanks go out as always to all those who are spreading the word

Drunken Monkey Soul Club - All about the monkey

By Mike in News Archives · September 11, 200222 yr

Up this Friday Northern Soul nite at the Risboro Hotel Llandudno Guest Phil Blacknell Regs Mark Speakman, Steve Thomas , Mike H Plus special early session by Ritchie Andrews 8 - 1am £3 in Smart venue, Picking up and moving on :-)

By Mike in News Archives · September 11, 200222 yr

Can you please put this up on your site guys to ensure that people are made aware of truth and not some very doddgy rumours. Ta very much.

TheBigO

"WE'RE HAVING A FRIDAY NIGHT GET TOGETHER!"

Well the first night at the Plinston Hall in Letchworth has now been and gone and was, despite a few teething problems (see later), a blinding night with the venue SOLD OUT by 10.05pm!!!! The 400 strong crowd, who included many old faces from the past, were treated to current monsters, oldies and class modern/crossover anthems. If you've been to King George's in Blackburn or to Randys Southgate events then you'll have experienced a similar atmosphere and crowd! The atmosphere was great, the hall was fantastic according to all who got in and the mix and quality of sounds on offer, despite the fact that our 2 star DJ's couldn't show up, was excellent. A quick mention here to both Tony Warrot and Pete Hulatt who stepped in at short notice and played blinding sets. In short a fantastic opening night was the general consensus.

That said we were a victim of our own success and we did have a few opening night problems. First let me take this opportunity to clear one rumour up. The event was sold out (much to our surprise!) and there were people who had travelled from the North West and the Midlands who didn't have tickets reserved or paid for, but EVERYONE (including them) did get in It just took a little time and a lot of skill on the part of Kay Seabrook to ensure that all that wanted to be in, got in. NOT ONE person was sent home who travelled. We did have a problem with drink being split on the dance floor but that was dealt with as soon as we were informed and that will not be happening again as we have set things in motion on that front. This is the reason the floor was a bit sticky towards the middle of the night and, as a dancer myself, I now how frustrating that is! We do apologise for this and can only restate that it shouldn't occur again, and as a footnote the floor had been polished and was perfect at the start of the evening. The only other comment was that there were a lot of civilians in but again we'd point out that we did have around 10% locals in (with no trouble or hassle I might add) but the rest were all old school northern soulers who dropped out over the years. As membership increases we will be soon running 'members only' nights so that should ensure it will be 100% soulies in future.

The only thing to say now is with regards to forthcoming events on Nov. 1st and Jan. 10th is send for membership (with SAE) and BUY a ticket from the box office to ensure you will get in. I know others will be submitting reports of the night, or you can talk to Pete, Tony, Randy or Nick Brown for an honest appraisal, so I won't take up space here. In short great night and better to come.

TheBigO
(nh6tsmafia@aol.com)

By Mike in News Archives · September 7, 200222 yr

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Saturday 28 September- The Monkey Gets Hard Soul Nite

Yep summers over, dark nights on way, beach empty, leaves falling
and worse of all.........that monkeys back

Keeping up the pace, with a well hard, right in your face nite planned.

We offer you .......
Just a full on rare two room soul feast

Heres the score..........

Another two room spectacular jacked up

9 djs -Two room feast of in your face quality rare soul

main room lineup:

Main Room : All star, all guest, well hard international dj special
Keith Money - Scotlands finest quality soul merchant
Ion - Quality all the way, with a rare chance to catch this mans top sounds.
Dave Thorley - Still scoring big style, big time with top rare soul
Andy Killick - Another fresh quality neck snapper lined up (bring a brace)
Chico - One of North Wales top spinners on a soul mission

Second room : first one went down big style, so here you go, yet even more 6ts soul for you

thugs dishing out more "on other side of street" 6ts soul

Brian Rae (on a back to the unknown vinyl attitude trip)
Martin Thomson (London "these old shoes" quality man)
Pete Coulson ( hardcore r&b/soul ),
Mark Morgan ( mixing the styles sessions)

Get early, two for price of one drink promotion, it all kicks off at 8
Straight into the quality! Everything sorted!!!

Note reg djs quality merchants Andy r and Rob t have done a runner for this one due to them getting some dates mixed up and having to honour an earlier booking.

As always thanks to all who have helped spread the word.

DMSC team - Monkey Soul .... its gonna get you

By Mike in News Archives · September 6, 200222 yr

I know youre probably planning this weekends injection of fun, frivolities and soul music but dont forget that next Saturday 14 September is the date for the next Rider Club do in Halifax with the usual line-up of resident DJs: GUY HENNIGAN, ALEX JONES&EDDIE ENGEL with COLIN WOOD (thats me folks) and JOHN PURVIS providing the warm-up. This months special guests are Rochdales CHRIS SHEPHERD and the man who is rated as one of the countrys best ANDY DYSON, both playing top tunes from their respective awesome collections. 8.30pm til 2.00am with bar til 1.30am and its still only £3 on the door. Check out the Rider Club website for more details, directions and a few sound bytes that can be heard at the Rider http://totn.topcities.com Cheers, Colin.

By Mike in News Archives · September 6, 200222 yr

Info for Stafford Night: West End Soul Club - Stafford Night The next soul night presented by the TLOOT crew at the West End Club in Coalville is on Friday 13th (!) September, being a special Stafford Night with guest DJ Guy Hennigan. Assisting him on the night will be Simon Hunt, Derek Allen and our very own Bob&Rob. Starting at 7.30 till late with a 12.00 bar. West End Club - Ashby Road - Coalville - Leicestershire Further details, email enquiries@tloot.co.uk or telephone (01530) 810 491 or (01530) 451 024 Advance Details - February sees our second anniversary alldayer, with plans well underway to bring down some special guests from the North West. More details to follow.....

By Mike in News Archives · September 5, 200222 yr

Our first two CD albums are available now...
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20 rare deep funk tracks from New Orleans Liner notes by Jason Stirland Order direct from Grapevine or Millbrand at a special price of £12.99 each - inclusive of postage and packing to anywhere in the world. All major credit cards accepted.
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By Mike in News Archives · September 3, 200222 yr

Thursday 5th September 6.30pm onwards Upstairs at THE OLD BLUE LAST Great Eastern Street London EC2 Free Entrance Draught Beer £2 a pint Tubes: Liv Street&Old Street Buses: 8, 26, 35, 47, 48, 149, 242 e-mail: soulinthecityuk@yahoo.co.uk Tel: 0780 3133782 This is a regular date now on the 1st THURSDAY of the month

By Mike in News Archives · September 2, 200222 yr

From : cogden5468@aol.com Ive just been on the Johnny Vaughans Web Site, if you havent seen it he has a part called "Johnny Vaughans Northern Soul Patrol" where 5 blokes turn up to anywhere in the country, they roll out a piece of LINO and cover it in talc, they proceed to play a bangin Northern track while dancing around, after the track is half way through they stop the music and just pack up there stuff and leave without saying a word, (youve got to see it to believe it). Ive got most of the ones they have played, eg. Spencer Wiggins Lets Talk It Over and Little Ann Who Are You Trying To Fool. But I have heard another track I think its called "Sweet Talking Daddy or Real Talking Daddy" or something like that, can you help me? Cheers Disco Fever. By the way Johnny Vaughans new show starts on Monday Night and he has brought back the Northern Soul. Watch it its worth it!!!!!!!!!!!

By Mike in News Archives · September 2, 200222 yr

Word on recent freebie at Ritz was it was a packer, from dusk to dawn
With Soul Sam and Tim Brown being the highlites according to one of the many soul source roving reporters
Sam with likes of martha littles, mark four mixed in with the oldies
while Tim Brown - mayfield singers , primers -?? (good un), kim westons you hit me instrumental - first play ? instro with chorus bits left on
similar to instrumental version of next play
crying time - brenda holloway - vocal
(Top Tip next time see Andy Rix grab him drag him to his car and demand he plays the accapella version of this ..ouch!)
moments, phonetics, pretty little girl next door - bobby day, william powell, damion fox, fred and turbines,. little willie faulk - look in to my heart....
next one boxing day

By Mike in News Archives · August 31, 200222 yr

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