funkyfeet Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 (edited) "the Heeey Baby Days Of Beach Music" Cost is £60 - I can send direct to UK addresses for £20 next delivery or £12 parcel post (3-5 days) - Payment by paypal funky.feet@btconnect.com or cheque If you want to pick up at venue, please purchase before. Funky Feet Records 4b Bedford Street RHYL Denbighshire LL18 5LF Tel:01745 334 811 The Author - Greg Haynes After spending over thirty five years reminiscing about those few years he had as a band promoter, Greg decided in late 2001 that he would memorialize a few of the interesting and fun events that happened in the mid to late 60's when the bands of the Southeast were making parties in auditoriums, national guard armories, fraternity houses, and other venues. The original intent was to primarily focus on only the bands and performers that he had a direct connection with in the 60's either as a promoter, booking agent, or party participate. Curiosity and interest segued into learning more about some of the other bands and groups that made the music and party of the 60's so special in the southeast. Soul Music was the music of choice and groups that offered a strong play list of such in those days were sought out. It turned into a bottomless pit. A nice pit, but larger than ever expected. Bands that featured large horn sections like the Swingin' Medallions, Bill Deal & the Rhondels, the In-Men Ltd., The Pieces of Eight, King David & the Slaves, the Jesters, the Men of Distinction, Sensational Epics, Tyn Tymes, the Attractions and others were the groups that were thought to be the primary players but it was quickly realized that other bands could also make that great music using genuine instruments other than horns and were quite revered at the 60's party scene. They included groups from all over the southeast such as Bob Collins & the Fabulous Five, the Monzas, the Georgia Prophets, the Rockin' Gilbraltars, Mouse, the Boys & Brass and the pit deepens. Then a credibility issue arose with the use of the "Beach Music" in the title of the book. How possibility could one use such nomenclature without spotlighting the bands and groups that have made the genre such a significant music form such as the Embers, the Catalinas, Bob Meyer & the Riverias, the Spontanes, and three hundred other bands in North Carolina alone? It occurred to me the most important two words in the book would be "and others." The book was essentially finished in the spring in 2003. However, after meeting Julian Fowler, of Florence, S.C. "and others," I realized the book would not be finished until he "and others" are satisfied all the bands and groups that made the party music some call Beach Music and the Carolinas are totally identified. One of the reasons the book has grown to such proportions is the result of our initial research back in 2001. It concerned us when we tried to find information on the internet about groups like Bob Collins & the Fabulous Five and King David & The Slaves, we got very little. While we do not expect the book will be a complete anthology of the party bands of the south in the 60's, we think it will be a start. "The Heeey Baby Days of Beach Music" is the first book written by Greg Haynes. Edited September 9, 2007 by funkyfeet Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
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funkyfeet Posted June 25, 2007 Author Share Posted June 25, 2007 (edited) Book is seling fast don't be disappointed? - Also look out for the signing dates. Edited June 25, 2007 by funkyfeet Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
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Guest Posted June 29, 2007 Share Posted June 29, 2007 (edited) Saw a link to this on the ebay seller "Lil peddler" auctions. Is he the author??? Edited June 29, 2007 by recordwanted Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
funkyfeet Posted June 29, 2007 Author Share Posted June 29, 2007 Saw a link to this on the ebay seller "Lil peddler" auctions. Is he the author??? No Lil Peddler is Repite Records who re-issue lots of Beach Music, but the guy supplied a lot of the information to Greg Haynes, it's all in the book, well worth the money + you get two free CD's with some great music on. Greg will be at Prestwich on the 6th to sign books and 13th at Lowton again to sign books. On Saturday 3pm-5pm Greg will be at Funky Feet Record Shop in RHYL signing books. Regards Mark + Chico Funky Feet. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
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funkyfeet Posted July 6, 2007 Author Share Posted July 6, 2007 "BOOK TOUR U.K." JULY 6(TONIGHT)8:00PM LONGFIELD SUITE.... PRESTWICK............... Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soul-slider Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 Hey guys, Got the book today...absolutely stunning, info, pics etc...superb! How's Greg doing...did he enjoy the Northern Soul nights? Let us know... Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
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Guest Netspeaky Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 Hey guys, Got the book today...absolutely stunning, info, pics etc...superb! How's Greg doing...did he enjoy the Northern Soul nights? Let us know... John, Greg was made up with the reception he got when he was over here, he's going to do a write up of his trip, I'll let you know were you can read it once it's published. Regards Mark Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
funkyfeet Posted July 16, 2007 Author Share Posted July 16, 2007 Mark and Chico, thanks for the book. It is absolutely stunning, an amazing documentary of superb quality and historical value to both the Beach and Northern scene. AND.... there ARE some unknown northern monsters quoted in there, that I didn't think anyone knew about!!!! Cheers Andy, I'll pass on your comment to Greg. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
funkyfeet Posted July 18, 2007 Author Share Posted July 18, 2007 Spoke with Greg last night, he's busy writing up on his UK tour, I will publish as soon as he sends finished article. Some pictures already on the https://www.heybabydays.com/book.htm Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mike B Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 The term coffee table book could have been coined for this! In fact the book is so big you could stick four legs on it and have friends round for dinner - fantastic - this thing is so heavy its unbelievable - not listened to the CD's yet and only skimmed through the book but from what I've read so far its better than I expected it to be. Gregs excess baggage charge must have been something else Thanks for getting it signed Mark - at £60 its not the cheapest book but the sheer size and quality of it plus the CD's make it worth every penny ATB Mike Bolderson Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Platters 81 Posted July 22, 2007 Share Posted July 22, 2007 The lead singer of the Spontanes (on the Casino 45) was James Bates..heee ha...i would love this book but its the price of a good 45.......and i have Johnny Cobbs latest CD......... Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Netspeaky Posted July 23, 2007 Share Posted July 23, 2007 The lead singer of the Spontanes (on the Casino 45) was James Bates..heee ha...i would love this book but its the price of a good 45.......and i have Johnny Cobbs latest CD......... Get a loved one to buy it for your birthday or xmas pressie, you won't be disappointed. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
funkyfeet Posted July 27, 2007 Author Share Posted July 27, 2007 Only 5 copies left of my original order, so for the ones who emailed me asking about the book but hadn't made a decision, be quick or you may have to wait a while until I get another order through from the states. I will be at Winsford 4th August so you can save on P&P if you attend. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
funkyfeet Posted July 28, 2007 Author Share Posted July 28, 2007 Only 5 copies left of my original order, so for the ones who emailed me asking about the book but hadn't made a decision, be quick or you may have to wait a while until I get another order through from the states. I will be at Winsford 4th August so you can save on P&P if you attend. Thanks Ian for your purchase, I will post out to you on Monday, I'm sure you'll be impressed with the book, enjoy. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Iancsloft Posted July 29, 2007 Share Posted July 29, 2007 Wow half way through this fantastic book and got to admit its a brilliant read, best £60 ive ever spent at Lowton Its a bloody big book thats for sure weighs a ton how on earth has Greg got it printed so cheap , some great info and pictures make it a classic book for us Soulies.. Ian C Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
chrissie Posted July 29, 2007 Share Posted July 29, 2007 Get a loved one to buy it for your birthday or xmas pressie, you won't be disappointed. Mark, can you nip round the corner from your shop to my sister's and let her know that this would be a great idea for the family to club together to get me for my birthday next month. I wont hold my breath for too long knowing my family, It'll be more M&S vouchers as usual QoFxx Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
funkyfeet Posted August 2, 2007 Author Share Posted August 2, 2007 I've just sold 3 of my last 4 books today, so I've got one left, I can take this one to WINSFORD saturday so if you are going and want to save on P&P be quick. Mr Rimmer here's your chance. I have place another order with Greg, but they take a few weeks to arrive, time to start thinking about Christmas, it would make a great present, start dropping hints to your loved ones. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
funkyfeet Posted August 2, 2007 Author Share Posted August 2, 2007 I've just sold 3 of my last 4 books today, so I've got one left, I can take this one to WINSFORD saturday so if you are going and want to save on P&P be quick. Mr Rimmer here's your chance. I have place another order with Greg, but they take a few weeks to arrive, time to start thinking about Christmas, it would make a great present, start dropping hints to your loved ones. Last book now on hold, it will be a few weeks before they will be available again, I will take pre-orders. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
funkyfeet Posted August 31, 2007 Author Share Posted August 31, 2007 Book back in stock. If anyone wants a book and wants to save on the P&P then we will be at Keele this saturday 1/9/07 and at the next Lowton. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
chrissie Posted August 31, 2007 Share Posted August 31, 2007 Picked mine up from the shop today Think I will stay in a read it instead of going to Llandudno only joking QoFxx Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
funkyfeet Posted September 1, 2007 Author Share Posted September 1, 2007 one more gone already!!!!!!! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Ian Seaman Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 Great book, cheers Mark, CD's are a great bonus too !! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
funkyfeet Posted September 9, 2007 Author Share Posted September 9, 2007 GOING WELL AGAIN!!BE QUICK.....LIMITED. £60 + £12.00 P+P... PAYPAL OR CHEQUE IS FINE!!! funky.feet@btconnect.com Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
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