Guest ShaneH Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Has anyone spotted Tommy Hunt is Tescos? i think it would be interesting and funny to hear any stories similar to this. I will start with a funny story regarding my mate Paul from Sheffield. Paul lives in a flat on the third and top floor of a complex near the city centre of Sheffield. Three doors down from Paul lives an older black guy who would often say hello and chat with Paul. This guy told Paul he was from Detroit and moved to Sheffield in the late 60s. Paul was impressed by this and began to talk about soul music etc. This guy showed interest so over the space of a few years, Paul would pass on cd's and books much to the approval of his neighbour. Then a few months ago at the Greatstone, Paul and i was sat in a corner reading the 'Soul Up North' fanzine. Paul turns the page and looks shocked to say the least that is neighbour is the main feature. 'Bloody hell!, its Richard!.....what is he doing in here??!!' After further reading, Paul discovers his neighbour of all these years was Ritchie Pitts, lead singer of the Velours! Why on earth Ritchie never said anything to Paul escapes me but it does add to the charm of the man in my opinion. Paul is a huge soul fan and hasn't missed many weekends since starting in the early 80s. He was and still is a little embarrased by this story so i hope he isn't reading Anymore stories out there? Shane Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Baz Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 You never going to belive this! but i also see Ritchie Pitts in a holiday center of all places in Hemsby last month Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Baz Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 I know Edwin Starr used to be a regular in the pubs in a little village up the road from me in Olney (milton keynes) used to live near there aparrently Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
SteveM Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 I know Edwin Starr used to be a regular in the pubs in a little village up the road from me in Olney (milton keynes) used to live near there aparrently I see Shane Higgins on a regular basis. Beat that Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
SteveM Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 I see Shane Higgins on a regular basis. Beat that Seriously, saw Daryl Hall (+ Oates, Temptones) in Sweetwaters Club in New York. Bought him a drink and he bought one back. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest ShaneH Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 I see Shane Higgins on a regular basis. Beat that i doubt anyone would steve, didnt you meet a one or two in new york? been trying to ring you btw shane Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
SteveM Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 i doubt anyone would steve, didnt you meet a one or two in new york? been trying to ring you btw shane Posted about Daryl Hall. Was going to use Jerry Butler to top you, coz this thread is made for you. Who started it by the way Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest ShaneH Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Posted about Daryl Hall. Was going to use Jerry Butler to top you, coz this thread is made for you. Who started it by the way i dont have any soul celeb stories. plenty of the other kind of celebs tho Shane Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Dan Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 I know Edwin Starr used to be a regular in the pubs in a little village up the road from me in Olney (milton keynes) used to live near there aparrently he used to live in polesworth, a pit village outside tamworth, staffs, baz. i went to his castle (literally, though admittedly only a small one) years ago and he proudly showed me the view from his battlements. i think i'm right in saying edwin had bought some sort of title with it. i once stood behind martha reeves in the buffet car on a train to gatwick. she bought a chocolate muffin and a bag of cheese and onion. at least, i think it was her. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Bunny Sigler sang a song to me outside a hotel in Blackpool Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
pikeys dog Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 I sat at the next table to Betty Lavette in Harry Ramsdens in Blackpool. She might be slight, but she can shovel that battered cod down. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 My mate Smithy when at Prestatyn a couple of years back, bumped into Baby Washington (who was performing at the weekender) in the camp shop, she was trying to buy some items with vouchers, but didn't have enough, so Mr Smith duly helped out..................by assisting the manager of the store to help remove Ms Washington.. ...(Just made that last part up.)............... Brett Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dave Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Posted about Daryl Hall. Was going to use Jerry Butler to top you, coz this thread is made for you. Who started it by the way And why isn't it in freebasing? I once saw Major Lance trying to sup a pint of Manns brown in The Maquess Of Granby in Bourne.... is that any good? Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soulsmith Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 And why isn't it in freebasing? And how come its not been renamed yet? Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Gary Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 And why isn't it in freebasing? I once saw Major Lance trying to sup a pint of Manns brown in The Maquess Of Granby in Bourne.... is that any good? Dont believe this Dave, no way........................ Manns Brown? Come on Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dave Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Dont believe this Dave, no way........................ Manns Brown? Come on It was about 1974, when you could get it everywhere. Come to think of it though, it may have been brown & mild Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 I've shook Sir Robin Day's hand... does that count? I though not hehe Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Gary Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 It was about 1974, when you could get it everywhere. Come to think of it though, it may have been brown & mild That i can believe as we all drank brown and mild in these parts in them days Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Jumpinjoan Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 I've shook Sir Robin Day's hand... does that count? I though not hehe Me and Mark Bicknell saw that old Eastender's heart throb Dr.Legg on the tube ...... we were on our way to the 100 Club so it's sort of soulful ..... Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 LOL Joan... well, I passed Terry Wogan in our horse draw carriage on the Isle of Sark just as the horse did an almighty fart in my face! sorry..... Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soulsmith Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 This thread still up here? "quis custodiet ipsos custodes?" Col. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest ShaneH Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 This thread still up here? "quis custodiet ipsos custodes?" Col. why shouldn't it be? send me a pm please col. you might even convince me. Shane Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Huh??? What are you two on about? That phrase means Who shall keep watch over the guardians Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Billywhizz Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Has anyone spotted Tommy Hunt is Tescos? i think it would be interesting and funny to hear any stories similar to this. I will start with a funny story regarding my mate Paul from Sheffield. Paul lives in a flat on the third and top floor of a complex near the city centre of Sheffield. Three doors down from Paul lives an older black guy who would often say hello and chat with Paul. This guy told Paul he was from Detroit and moved to Sheffield in the late 60s. Paul was impressed by this and began to talk about soul music etc. This guy showed interest so over the space of a few years, Paul would pass on cd's and books much to the approval of his neighbour. Then a few months ago at the Greatstone, Paul and i was sat in a corner reading the 'Soul Up North' fanzine. Paul turns the page and looks shocked to say the least that is neighbour is the main feature. 'Bloody hell!, its Richard!.....what is he doing in here??!!' After further reading, Paul discovers his neighbour of all these years was Ritchie Pitts, lead singer of the Velours! Why on earth Ritchie never said anything to Paul escapes me but it does add to the charm of the man in my opinion. Paul is a huge soul fan and hasn't missed many weekends since starting in the early 80s. He was and still is a little embarrased by this story so i hope he isn't reading Anymore stories out there? Shane Famous people come to mine,Freddy star early days of the casino doing some dance moves,Roy Keane last year after the ritz allnighter 24 hour petrol station filling up had a quick word,Claudia Schiffer coffee bar in Berlin she was lovely,Dave Rimmer had a beer with him at Keele allnighter and Alison part of the gold soul empire back door Kenny. Billy the only gay in the village Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mandy Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Not really an odd place but I sat on a wall in one of the car parks at Prestatyn a couple of years ago in the rain and hale talking toa guy who couldn't find his chalet either, both lost, honestly it was about 15 minutes into the conversation I suddenly realised it was Ray Pollard ... talk about humpty dumpty ..... I (nearly) fell off the wall Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Dunno about Humpty Dumpty Mandy... I would say Numpty Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dave Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Me and Mark Bicknell saw that old Eastender's heart throb Dr.Legg on the tube ...... we were on our way to the 100 Club so it's sort of soulful ..... Ah, the Eastenders stalwarts. My son once sat next to Dot Cotton on a flight to Minorca That was when you could still smoke on planes else I dont think she'd have made it! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest rachel Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Has anyone spotted Tommy Hunt is Tescos? No.. but then I usually go to Asda Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mandy Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Dunno about Humpty Dumpty Mandy... I would say Numpty He looked taller on stage so I didn't recognise him, that's my excuse and I'm sticking to it Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dave Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 LOL Joan... well, I passed Terry Wogan in our horse draw carriage on the Isle of Sark just as the horse did an almighty fart in my face! sorry..... The way the horse tells it, it was the other way round Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Ordinarily I would have to agree but on this occasion, really, it was the horse. It stunk like nothing I had smelled in my entire life and to boot hit lifted it bloody tail to ensure I caught the whole waft! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Rob Wigley Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Alan Darker, once of Lincoln /Sheffield now living in the Manchester area was late for a book signing in Manchester. He went in a Taxi, got to Waterstones, open the door very quickly and knocked a guy flat on his back, he went to say sorry and pick the guy up only to discover that it was----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MUHAMED ALI, honest its true--so that leads to the next question "Who are the only 2 English guys to knock Ali over ? " Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest ShaneH Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 so has anyone actually seen/met any SOUL celebs then? Shane Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Simsy Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 so has anyone actually seen/met any SOUL celebs then? Shane Was with Garland Green in the 100 Club once and I asked him "didn't you wear that suit for your Dingwalls performance"? He looked a bit miffed. Was only trying to make conversation, me and my big gob eh? Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest ShaneH Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Was with Garland Green in the 100 Club once and I asked him "didn't you wear that suit for your Dingwalls performance"? He looked a bit miffed. Was only trying to make conversation, me and my big gob eh? not surprised mate shane Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Reg Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Was with Matty Bolton at Prestatyn and he bought James Bell a SLush Puppie..actually think you were there too Shane wasn't you? Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Was with Garland Green in the 100 Club once and I asked him "didn't you wear that suit for your Dingwalls performance"? He looked a bit miffed. Was only trying to make conversation, me and my big gob eh? Garland Green has my autograph and thats true Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Garland Green has my autograph and thats true And mine, but to be fair he did run away from us afterwards Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 And mine, but to be fair he did run away from us afterwards errr no, he ran away from you , he liked me Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Daved Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 I saw Will Downing walking through the Pentagaon shopping centre, Chatham about 17 years ago. I went up and said hello. Will was friendly enough but he was being chaperoned by a local Radio Kent DJ who was rushing him off somewhere. I wouldn't mind but I was the only bugger that recognised him! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 I was stood listening to some records in Beatin Rythym about 3 weeks back and Grand master Flash was on the next deck, playing Sly and the Family Stone records, he was on at Sankeys that night. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Brian J Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 I was sat outside Mcdonald's in Tamworth havin' a burger with my girlfriend when Edwin Starr walked past me. I did a double take then ran over to his big black Merc with the reg ST44R. I knocked on his window and spluttered, "Edwin, hang on a minute, I've summert to show you!" He musta thought I was a nutter as I ran off to my car. I'd written an article about him in a music paper I used to publish and wanted him to look at it. When I got back to him he was stood outside his car waiting. He asked if he could have a couple of copies of the paper, gave me his home phone number and told us to pop into his for a cuppa next time we were down Tamworth, plus he put our name on the door to see him the next week at the Gala in Wigan. We took up his invitation to see him at Wigan where he instantly recognised us and introduced us to his personal assistant who became a good source for ongoing articles for my paper. Top man if ever there was one. RIP Edwin Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soulsmith Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Was with Garland Green in the 100 Club once and I asked him "didn't you wear that suit for your Dingwalls performance"? He looked a bit miffed. Was only trying to make conversation, me and my big gob eh? Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soulsmith Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Huh??? What are you two on about? That phrase means Who shall keep watch over the guardians Its a quote from a Roman satarist, best translation is 'who shall watch the watchman?' loosely translated these days to 'who shall police the soul police?' Just a light hearted remark Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
SteveM Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Its a quote from a Roman satarist, best translation is 'who shall watch the watchman?' loosely translated these days to 'who shall police the soul police?' Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Rob Wigley Posted November 23, 2005 Share Posted November 23, 2005 Always knew this would come in handy BETTYE LaVETTE IN ASDA, SUTTON-IN-ASHFIELD NOTTS Cicra 1989 Bettye (with sunglasses) does Andy "tats" Taylors weekly shop as Alison looks on--see also Chris taylor in the baby seat chucking the shopping out as quickly as bettye puts it in !!!!!!!!! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Paul R Posted November 23, 2005 Share Posted November 23, 2005 I know it still isn't soulful, but I was on a flight to Majorca and Kenny Lynch was going to a pro celeb golf competition. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest ShaneH Posted November 23, 2005 Share Posted November 23, 2005 I know it still isn't soulful, but I was on a flight to Majorca and Kenny Lynch was going to a pro celeb golf competition. not a bad one that. i could push it even further....i met Bill Clinton on a flight and the only soul relevance i have there is that he can play the sax i am surprised we haven't had many more stories to be honest. must be some more? Shane Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Md Records Posted November 23, 2005 Share Posted November 23, 2005 I was in a Record Show in Toledo about 6 Years ago, buying some toons off a Black geezer, who was from Columbus, Ohio and start talking about Columbus Soul, and chatted about the Chandlers, Jeff Smith, Vondors, Bill Moss etc. When we asked about the Royal Esquires, he says "How the F*** do you know them, that was my group!!" I don't know who was more stunned, him or us. We met him and some of his fellow Royal Esquires over the next few days, even treated to an accapella version of the tune. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
SteveM Posted November 23, 2005 Share Posted November 23, 2005 not a bad one that. i could push it even further....i met Bill Clinton on a flight and the only soul relevance i have there is that he can play the sax i am surprised we haven't had many more stories to be honest. must be some more? Shane Despite your ' Soul Celebs' heading, I KNEW you would mention this. Be honest, this was what the thread was all leading to wasn't it. You **** Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
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