Sharon Cooper Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Taken from my Blog (with some variation!!): On this particular evening in cool, rainy Derbyshire, an amalgamation of people who had braved the elements gathered together in a dark room eager to hear some good songs, drink and socialise and (the majority) ready to dance. For the past 5 years and 8 months Chris and Barry have managed to stick to the same basic aesthetic.: Keep the good music flowing and keep the people dancing. The night kicked off with Chris playing some outstanding tunes and from the very first people were on the floor: dancing their hearts out! Clearly one of this soul nights biggest attributes is the residents ability to instantly bond with the crowd, a quality so many DJ`s strive for. These are not DJ`s filling a spot by playing a few records, It is more of an ongoing conversation between a man and his like minded friends who appreciate the same music and have a passion for each record played. Very often full of memories and heart felt nostalgia The result is one of the most enthusiastic crowds you could ever wish to see at a soul night Sam Evans and Andy (Guests for the evening) were as reliable as ever. Some of the songs we all know and love mixed with some not so well known but all equally as soulful and dance worthy! Last night could easily be called a soul music extravaganza with these two guys showing how much they appreciate the opportunity to show the crowd what soul sounds inspires them. Overall the night was one of great atmosphere with the crowd (who ranged from more local to as far afield as Rochdale and Nuneaton area etc.) dancing and boogalooing to the special blend of soul music played. It truly didn't take long before the vast majority of the 130 + crowd was feeling the atmosphere and letting loose!!. I am not talking about `hype` here but true enjoyment. The night was nonstop, the music never failing to please and it was high energy soul with lots of sweat. (Not all of the 100 mph stomper variety however I might add!) At Pilsley it seems to be the interaction between DJ`s and the crowd that makes a memorable night. It's soul nights like this that lets you know soul is alive. Thanks to Chris that despite sounding like Barry White (chest infection produced husky tones) he managed to play two of my great loves: Broadways; "You just don`t know" & Life; "Tell me why" Right back now to assignment marking.................................. Sharon x Link to comment
Guest Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 (edited) Great turnout last night at Pilsley on such a wet and miserable night, cracking atmosphere from the start, loads in, a mixture of our regular good friends and new people some who had traveled from far and wide. Thanks to Andy for his spot ( hope you get your new venue sorted soon ) and of course thanks to Sam Evans, as always she got her spot just right with a great mix of music. Well done to my Brother Chris who could hardly speak because of this bad throat, but got through it anyway. Great mix of across the board music the two that stuck out for me were: The Temptations - That'll Be The Day Betty Lavette - You Made A Believer out Of Me Pilsley is on the 3rd Saturday of the month Next night is February 16th with guest Mick Boyle. Barry Cooper Edited January 20, 2008 by Guest Link to comment
Jimmy A Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Great turnout last night at Pilsley on such a wet and miserable night, cracking atmosphere from the start, loads in, a mixture of our regular good friends and new people some who had traveled from far and wide. Thanks to Andy for his spot ( hope you get your new venue sorted soon ) and of course thanks to Sam Evans, as always she got her spot just right with a great mix of music. Well done to my Brother Chris who could hardly speak because of this bad throat, but got through it anyway. Great mix of across the board music the two that stuck out for me were: The Temptations - That Will Be The Day Betty Lavette - You Made A Believer out Of Me Pilsley is on the 3rd Saturday of the month Next night is February 16th with guest Mick Boyle. Barry Cooper is that "that'll be the day" by the temptations off the celler full of motown cd..if so top tune Link to comment
Guest Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 is that "that'll be the day" by the temptations off the celler full of motown cd..if so top tune Hi Jim Yes Jim thats correct 1st time played out and it went down well. Barry Link to comment
Jimmy A Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Hi Jim Yes Jim thats correct 1st time played out and it went down well. Barry it is a personal fav of mine.ive never heard it out anywhere.I know it never got issued but there must be a few carvers out,might have to get one done Link to comment
Guest Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 it is a personal fav of mine.ive never heard it out anywhere.I know it never got issued but there must be a few carvers out,might have to get one done Don't think it ever got issued but I'm sure someone on here will know, (and if so I'll be in trouble) hoping to make Bestwood on Saturday what time are you on. Barry Link to comment
Jimmy A Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Don't think it ever got issued but I'm sure someone on here will know, (and if so I'll be in trouble) hoping to make Bestwood on Saturday what time are you on. Barry I think alot of them celler full cd tracks never got issued,which is why some of the tracks sound so freash and there are some fantastic tracks on them.Bestwood saturday am always on early,im on till about 8.45-9ish.Dont think Austin dare let me go on after that .Not sure what the turn out will be as this is an extra one that steve is doin.Im sure if people want to hear a decent mix of music then they will turn up,as they do at your event.I think the midlands needs places like pilsley and bestwood to keep the scene interesting Link to comment
Sharon Cooper Posted January 20, 2008 Author Share Posted January 20, 2008 (edited) I think alot of them celler full cd tracks never got issued,which is why some of the tracks sound so freash and there are some fantastic tracks on them.Bestwood saturday am always on early,im on till about 8.45-9ish.Dont think Austin dare let me go on after that .Not sure what the turn out will be as this is an extra one that steve is doin.Im sure if people want to hear a decent mix of music then they will turn up,as they do at your event.I think the midlands needs places like pilsley and bestwood to keep the scene interesting Thanks for the comments: We are hoping to make Bestwood, its a place that we have not been able to get to often as it has sometimes been on the same night as us or when it hasn`t been other things have got in the way: Can`t recall hearing you do a turn on the decks but we will try and get there early enough We do try and keep the scene in our neck of the woods `interesting` as you say: Thats what we looked for in the old days and thats what it should still be about IMO. Hope Karen Brown is ok as we know she hasn`t been well and the dancefloor missed her last night! (she was there but didn`t notice her dancing much) Perhaps Steve can let us know??? Edited January 20, 2008 by bridget Link to comment
KevH Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Taken from my Blog (with some variation!!): On this particular evening in cool, rainy Derbyshire, an amalgamation of people who had braved the elements gathered together in a dark room eager to hear some good songs, drink and socialise and (the majority) ready to dance. For the past 5 years and 8 months Chris and Barry have managed to stick to the same basic aesthetic.: Keep the good music flowing and keep the people dancing. The night kicked off with Chris playing some outstanding tunes and from the very first people were on the floor: dancing their hearts out! Clearly one of this soul nights biggest attributes is the residents ability to instantly bond with the crowd, a quality so many DJ`s strive for. These are not DJ`s filling a spot by playing a few records, It is more of an ongoing conversation between a man and his like minded friends who appreciate the same music and have a passion for each record played. Very often full of memories and heart felt nostalgia The result is one of the most enthusiastic crowds you could ever wish to see at a soul night Sam Evans and Andy (Guests for the evening) were as reliable as ever. Some of the songs we all know and love mixed with some not so well known but all equally as soulful and dance worthy! Last night could easily be called a soul music extravaganza with these two guys showing how much they appreciate the opportunity to show the crowd what soul sounds inspires them. Overall the night was one of great atmosphere with the crowd (who ranged from more local to as far afield as Rochdale and Nuneaton area etc.) dancing and boogalooing to the special blend of soul music played. It truly didn't take long before the vast majority of the 130 + crowd was feeling the atmosphere and letting loose!!. I am not talking about `hype` here but true enjoyment. The night was nonstop, the music never failing to please and it was high energy soul with lots of sweat. (Not all of the 100 mph stomper variety however I might add!) At Pilsley it seems to be the interaction between DJ`s and the crowd that makes a memorable night. It's soul nights like this that lets you know soul is alive. Thanks to Chris that despite sounding like Barry White (chest infection produced husky tones) he managed to play two of my great loves: Broadways; "You just don`t know" & Life; "Tell me why" Right back now to assignment marking.................................. Sharon x great write up Sharon,really must get over to see you lot soon,,KEV Link to comment
Guest Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 I think alot of them celler full cd tracks never got issued,which is why some of the tracks sound so freash and there are some fantastic tracks on them.Bestwood saturday am always on early,im on till about 8.45-9ish.Dont think Austin dare let me go on after that .Not sure what the turn out will be as this is an extra one that steve is doin.Im sure if people want to hear a decent mix of music then they will turn up,as they do at your event.I think the midlands needs places like pilsley and bestwood to keep the scene interesting Yes Jim there are some great tracks on the celler full cd's, but think I'm on thin ice having them carved got a couple more I'd like to but I'll wait and see for now, at least to my knowledge they have not been issued. Re keeping the scene interesting don't you find that in the East Midlands it is soooooooooo hard to do just that, what I find is that you play anything different then your in trouble, few months back I played Sweet Three "That's The Way It Is" completely cleared the floor, so it was good to hear it again played at Annesley last week by one of the guest jocks. What we try to do at Pilsley is to play the odd different track here and there so people do hear something different mixed in with the regular stuff. Hope to see you on Saturday. Barry Link to comment
Jimmy A Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Thanks for the comments: We are hoping to make Bestwood, its a place that we have not been able to get to often as it has sometimes been on the same night as us or when it hasn`t been other things have got in the way: Can`t recall hearing you do a turn on the decks but we will try and get there early enough We do try and keep the scene in our neck of the woods `interesting` as you say: Thats what we looked for in the old days and thats what it should still be about IMO. Hope Karen Brown is ok as we know she hasn`t been well and the dancefloor missed her last night! (she was there but didn`t notice her dancing much) Perhaps Steve can let us know??? Be nice if you could make it,ive done a few spots at bestwood but its always an early because i tend to play the underplayed and forgotten stuff and not the predictable floor fillers,which i know have to be played sometimes but i choose not to go down that road. As for karen,steve did say she was not well,will have to find out.My Di partner (fatius bumius) has not been well and we have not been out since BIDDS alnighter which was the 22nd dec.Hope to see them at bestwood Link to comment
Jimmy A Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 (edited) Yes Jim there are some great tracks on the celler full cd's, but think I'm on thin ice having them carved got a couple more I'd like to but I'll wait and see for now, at least to my knowledge they have not been issued. Re keeping the scene interesting don't you find that in the East Midlands it is soooooooooo hard to do just that, what I find is that you play anything different then your in trouble, few months back I played Sweet Three "That's The Way It Is" completely cleared the floor, so it was good to hear it again played at Annesley last week by one of the guest jocks. What we try to do at Pilsley is to play the odd different track here and there so people do hear something different mixed in with the regular stuff. Hope to see you on Saturday. Barry Carvers are ok of un-issued tracks,cant see nothing wrong there.Some good points made...its very hard in the mids to do anything but i will keep doing what i do because i get more enjoyment out of it.Makes me laugh when you see a floor clear and its a good tune thats done it.Thats the soul scene now im afraid.I think though places like pilsley,attic,bestwood will shine through this year as more and more people realise that these places play good quality tunes Edited January 20, 2008 by JMYTG Link to comment
Sharon Cooper Posted January 20, 2008 Author Share Posted January 20, 2008 great write up Sharon,really must get over to see you lot soon,,KEV Thanks Kev; we were really looking forward to the next Attic especially as John Poole is on then I realised we are going to a wedding reception so it looks like March now after all! Hope to see you and the posse at Pilsley some time too S x Link to comment
KevH Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Thanks Kev; we were really looking forward to the next Attic especially as John Poole is on then I realised we are going to a wedding reception so it looks like March now after all! Hope to see you and the posse at Pilsley some time too S x sorry to let you know..we're not on mi duck in March.All off to sunny Prestatyn. Back in April with JOHN MAY behinds the wheels of steel,,KEV Link to comment
Sharon Cooper Posted January 20, 2008 Author Share Posted January 20, 2008 sorry to let you know..we're not on mi duck in March.All off to sunny Prestatyn. Back in April with JOHN MAY behinds the wheels of steel,,KEV Oh no................Actually we may be there as well! In April we may be at Chris` dads 80th birthday party...So roll on May Link to comment
Dendog Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Taken from my Blog (with some variation!!): On this particular evening in cool, rainy Derbyshire, an amalgamation of people who had braved the elements gathered together in a dark room eager to hear some good songs, drink and socialise and (the majority) ready to dance. For the past 5 years and 8 months Chris and Barry have managed to stick to the same basic aesthetic.: Keep the good music flowing and keep the people dancing. The night kicked off with Chris playing some outstanding tunes and from the very first people were on the floor: dancing their hearts out! Clearly one of this soul nights biggest attributes is the residents ability to instantly bond with the crowd, a quality so many DJ`s strive for. These are not DJ`s filling a spot by playing a few records, It is more of an ongoing conversation between a man and his like minded friends who appreciate the same music and have a passion for each record played. Very often full of memories and heart felt nostalgia The result is one of the most enthusiastic crowds you could ever wish to see at a soul night Sam Evans and Andy (Guests for the evening) were as reliable as ever. Some of the songs we all know and love mixed with some not so well known but all equally as soulful and dance worthy! Last night could easily be called a soul music extravaganza with these two guys showing how much they appreciate the opportunity to show the crowd what soul sounds inspires them. Overall the night was one of great atmosphere with the crowd (who ranged from more local to as far afield as Rochdale and Nuneaton area etc.) dancing and boogalooing to the special blend of soul music played. It truly didn't take long before the vast majority of the 130 + crowd was feeling the atmosphere and letting loose!!. I am not talking about `hype` here but true enjoyment. The night was nonstop, the music never failing to please and it was high energy soul with lots of sweat. (Not all of the 100 mph stomper variety however I might add!) At Pilsley it seems to be the interaction between DJ`s and the crowd that makes a memorable night. It's soul nights like this that lets you know soul is alive. Thanks to Chris that despite sounding like Barry White (chest infection produced husky tones) he managed to play two of my great loves: Broadways; "You just don`t know" & Life; "Tell me why" Right back now to assignment marking.................................. Sharon x And yet again not one disappointed face thanks to the Cooper's brilliant venue and there guest Dj's top marks to one and all Den Come_On_Train___Don_Thomas.mp3 Link to comment
Guest krawen Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 Thanks for the comments: We are hoping to make Bestwood, its a place that we have not been able to get to often as it has sometimes been on the same night as us or when it hasn`t been other things have got in the way: Can`t recall hearing you do a turn on the decks but we will try and get there early enough We do try and keep the scene in our neck of the woods `interesting` as you say: Thats what we looked for in the old days and thats what it should still be about IMO. Hope Karen Brown is ok as we know she hasn`t been well and the dancefloor missed her last night! (she was there but didn`t notice her dancing much) Perhaps Steve can let us know??? Morning all, Yep Karen wasn't 100% on Saturday as she had been in bed most of the week ,but still enjoyed the night ( as we all did ) she had one or two little shuffles on the the dance floor but just ran out of steam. She's getting herself fit for Bestwood now this coming Saturday All the best Steve B Link to comment
Sharon Cooper Posted January 21, 2008 Author Share Posted January 21, 2008 Morning all, Yep Karen wasn't 100% on Saturday as she had been in bed most of the week ,but still enjoyed the night ( as we all did ) she had one or two little shuffles on the the dance floor but just ran out of steam. She's getting herself fit for Bestwood now this coming Saturday All the best Steve B gordan bennet Steve, what time do you get up in the morning? posted at 5.19am no wonder you always look nackered, or is there another reason? glad the missus is gettting better and that you enjoyed the night, see you at the weekend chris Link to comment
Sharon Cooper Posted January 21, 2008 Author Share Posted January 21, 2008 And yet again not one disappointed face thanks to the Cooper's brilliant venue and there guest Dj's top marks to one and all Den thanks Den and thanks for bringing your crew Link to comment
Spanner Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 Don't think it ever got issued but I'm sure someone on here will know, (and if so I'll be in trouble) hoping to make Bestwood on Saturday what time are you on. Barry boot leg barry Link to comment
Guest krawen Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 gordan bennet Steve, what time do you get up in the morning? posted at 5.19am no wonder you always look nackered, or is there another reason? glad the missus is gettting better and that you enjoyed the night, see you at the weekend chris I'd just got back from taking the dogs out then , before i ventured off to work this morning . Is it that new venture you're involved with this friday Chris. Steve B Link to comment
Guest krawen Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 I'd just got back from taking the dogs out then , before i ventured off to work this morning . Is it that new venture you're involved with this friday Chris. Steve B I've just seen on the events calander Chris that it has been cancelled . Steve B Link to comment
Sharon Cooper Posted January 21, 2008 Author Share Posted January 21, 2008 (edited) I've just seen on the events calander Chris that it has been cancelled . Steve B yep steve they double booked us, idiots, anyway we are going to go for Feb or March. Edited January 21, 2008 by bridget Link to comment
Guest Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 boot leg barry Hi Spanner Thought someone would say something sooner than later! anyway it's unissued (as far as I know) and a great track, anyway hope your keeping ok don't get to see you since Barrowby finished. Barry Link to comment
Sharon Cooper Posted January 21, 2008 Author Share Posted January 21, 2008 (edited) Taken from my Blog (with some variation!!): On this particular evening in cool, rainy Derbyshire, an amalgamation of people who had braved the elements gathered together in a dark room eager to hear some good songs, drink and socialise and (the majority) ready to dance. For the past 5 years and 8 months Chris and Barry have managed to stick to the same basic aesthetic.: Keep the good music flowing and keep the people dancing. The night kicked off with Chris playing some outstanding tunes and from the very first people were on the floor: dancing their hearts out! Clearly one of this soul nights biggest attributes is the residents ability to instantly bond with the crowd, a quality so many DJ`s strive for. These are not DJ`s filling a spot by playing a few records, It is more of an ongoing conversation between a man and his like minded friends who appreciate the same music and have a passion for each record played. Very often full of memories and heart felt nostalgia The result is one of the most enthusiastic crowds you could ever wish to see at a soul night Sam Evans and Andy (Guests for the evening) were as reliable as ever. Some of the songs we all know and love mixed with some not so well known but all equally as soulful and dance worthy! Last night could easily be called a soul music extravaganza with these two guys showing how much they appreciate the opportunity to show the crowd what soul sounds inspires them. Overall the night was one of great atmosphere with the crowd (who ranged from more local to as far afield as Rochdale and Nuneaton area etc.) dancing and boogalooing to the special blend of soul music played. It truly didn't take long before the vast majority of the 130 + crowd was feeling the atmosphere and letting loose!!. I am not talking about `hype` here but true enjoyment. The night was nonstop, the music never failing to please and it was high energy soul with lots of sweat. (Not all of the 100 mph stomper variety however I might add!) At Pilsley it seems to be the interaction between DJ`s and the crowd that makes a memorable night. It's soul nights like this that lets you know soul is alive. Thanks to Chris that despite sounding like Barry White (chest infection produced husky tones) he managed to play two of my great loves: Broadways; "You just don`t know" & Life; "Tell me why" Right back now to assignment marking.................................. Sharon x thought I'd put a few that I played from the night up, can't remember everything so these will have to do; Shep Fool to Fool tnt Valentinos Sweeter than the day before Chess Delrays Inc Destination Unknown tampete Ascots few Fet From the Gutter Playboy D Commands Hey it's Love Dynamic Kenny Carlton Lost & Found Blue Rock Marke Jackson I'll never Forget you jamie D Broadways You Just Dont Know MGM Charades Key to my Happiness MGM D Determinations Cant Hold on to love Important D Enchantments In love with your Daughter Faro D Life tell Me Why reprise (re-issue) Spinners I'll always love you Motown D Mel Torme Comin Home baby Atlantic D Pau Anka Can't Help Lovin You RCA D Rick Sheppard Can We Share It Columbia D Mel Williams Can it be me Modern D Sweet three Would If I could Cameo Park D Shelia Anthony Livin In Love Buttercup D Volumes I Got Love Twirl D Heartbreakers I Got to face it Derby City Jerry Fisher Your'e not loving a beginner Way Out (red & white) Syng McGowan hats what i want Hope Sam Moultrie I'll always Love you Southbound Robert John raindrops, love & Sunshine A&M Prophets Talk Don't bother Me Delphi Chris Edited January 21, 2008 by bridget Link to comment
Spanner Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 Hi Spanner Thought someone would say something sooner than later! anyway it's unissued (as far as I know) and a great track, anyway hope your keeping ok don't get to see you since Barrowby finished. Barry shame about barroby was a cracking venue Link to comment
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