The Attic - 3rd January

[Guest MickD]

It would be fair to say when it comes to soul nights I'm pretty picky, I like what I like and there is little point in persuading me any different, and one of the venues I like is the the Attic in Mansfield. It had been a while since I had been up there so I was looking forward to getting back up to the one of my favourite haunts. They have some great guests on and the guys who run the place are passionate about what they do, something I can empathise with quite strongly.

This months guest player was Ted Massey. Now I hadn't seen Ted Massey behind the decks since the days of the Black Horse in Wolverhampton and was looking forward to what he had to play knowing damn well that he had some choice tunes back in those days .. question was did he still have them?

My question was well and truly answered with a set of over two hours that ticked all the boxes... and those that were there appeared to appreciate it greatly. Add to the mix some nice choices from the residents and the night turned out to be something special

Quite simply a tremendous night of music .. and a bloody good turn out to boot

Top Marks to the Attic boys .... yet again

Playlist please

Edited January 4, 2009 by MickD

[Pauldonnelly]

It would be fair to say when it comes to soul nights I'm pretty picky, I like what I like and there is little point in persuading me any different, and one of the venues I like is the the Attic in Mansfield. It had been a while since I had been up there so I was looking forward to getting back up to the one of my favourite haunts. They have some great guests on and the guys who run the place are passionate about what they do, something I can empathise with quite strongly.

This months guest player was Ted Massey. Now I hadn't seen Ted Massey behind the decks since the days of the Black Horse in Wolverhampton and was looking forward to what he had to play knowing damn well that he had some choice tunes back in those days .. question was did he still have them?

My question was well and truly answered with a set of over two hours that ticked all the boxes... and those that were there appeared to appreciate it greatly. Add to the mix some nice choices from the residents and the night turned out to be something special

Quite simply a tremendous night of music .. and a bloody good turn out to boot

Top Marks to the Attic boys .... yet again

Playlist please

spot on Mr Donnelly Jnr. it was so good even the exit sign to the smok area enjoyed it Photos and a report later, I'm just off for another Port and Brandy.

Edited January 4, 2009 by PaulDonnelly

[Mak]

A once very famous emperor or Rome coined the phrase ''Concertus Excretus '' this phrase applies to all that did not attend THE ATTIC last night , it simply means ''TOUGH SHIT'' .What happened last night , as I know all that attended will agree was one of those special nights that only happen once in a blue moon.

I know THE ATTIC lads have had doubts about attendancies over the last two monthes , but hey have'nt most promoters. Well lads after last night it may lays your minds to rest a bit , last nights attendance was without doubt the highest yet , and what did you get for your money , well to start with you got the usual warm welcome, and intros to people you have never met before . This fact makes the club more of a soul family gathering with happy smiley friends chatting (and chin stroking)all night , then if the fancy takes you a spin on the compact dance floor. Talking of dance floors that brings me round to last nights guest , a man that really needs no introduction ,Ted (Tedsoul) Massey . Like Mr Donnelly I too have not seen Ted behind the decks for many a year but to say he played a set of outstanding , superb , mind blowing choons would simply be an understatement , it was torture just when you thought your ears had heard the best record ever on came another to blast your eardrums into submission. I hate using that over used American expression but it really was AWESOME, thanks Mr Massey. Not to forget THE ATTIC lads as well Kev , Steve , Dean , Garry , you lads have found what most promoters strive for and very often fail to find , I 'm talking about a perfect blendand it's that , that makes the differance from a good event to a special event that people will remember and talk about for years to come , THANK YOU.

Well last night there were punters in from Sth Yorks namely Paul ,Sue , Yocky (who was very refined last ight , he kept his clouts on ),Mr Pinches , Mark Whiteley, his gorgeous lady, and friends whose names have failed me (it's an age thing) and the West Mids posse , Martin Bradley , John Weston etc etc along with Peterborough's very own Donnelly brothers , Mick and Paul. Don't supose there were any Man City fans there last night was there . Any I'm off now to try and get my head round what happened yesterday.

PLAY LIST PLEASE TED (I suppose I can forgive you for playing records with ripped labels , it looked totally out of place in your box , but a FASICNATORS in my box would look very nice

Edited January 4, 2009 by MAK

[Pauldonnelly]

I have three passions in life, my family, my music and my football team. Not many days I've had where all three come together to make the 'perfect day'

I read on SS two weeks ago that Ted Massey would be playing the Attic so decided to try and get across, went to enter "the attic" in my day Diary and in big bold letters on the same day was "WBA away FA CUP" bollocks.

I then discovered that Max Millward was "goooin" across to support Max and a little plan started to evolve, "I wonder?"

Email to Bro "are you doing the Attic Jan 3rd" a reply in the positive, right "Max have you got a spare seat to the on Attic Jan 3rd a reply in the positive. Email the brother "if you do deffo go can you bring me back?"----"nope we've invited Jill and Sue"

"SHIT SHIT SHIT"

Two days later Bro emails me " no reply from Jill and Sue so we have a space? "

"YES YES YES". Its "GO GO GO"

Up at 6pm to get rid of the previous nights hangover

FOOTBALL

Daughter and I get to the Coaches for 9am and we're in the Saddlers Club Walsall by 11am for a few beers etc, a great afternoon at the Albion where our little club showed the big boys how to do it on and off the pitch 1-1 and its onto Part Two

MUSIC

Max had arranged for his mate Sam Nicholls to pick me up after the match and take me over to Wolverhampton, a brew at Sams and off to Max Millwards, a smile and a soul shake from the great man was the perfect welcome. It must have been 30 odd years since I last seen BLUE MAX and that smile and sincerity was STILL there.

Off we went for the 80 min A38 drive and what a drive, a chance to interview one of the scenes true characters, stories about 2/- imports, the Cats, Yate and how he didn't like The Torch and after some help from his Sat Nav we arrived at 8pm

I know I'm waffling on a bit but remember it was THE PERFECT DAY.

The Welcome you get when you arrive at the Attic is unique imo, a genuine feeling that they are really pleased you've made the effort to come on down, so much so that one of the promoters wanted to pay for me to get in, how fookin cool is that?

Me and Max had a beer and fag, and went about settling in for a plethora of quality music.

The promoters always do the early sets giving the guest a 90mins set, btw Dean the Grover Mitchell on Decca, can you pm with the title, need one.

DEAN ON THE DECKS

Then the top man...anyone who was there will tell you it was awesome, even the exit sign was flashing in tune with every record, did anyone else so it , I was crying with laughter. Mr Massey you Sir were truly amazing.

THE DANCING EXIT SIGN

It was then we decided to have a dancing competition on the balcony (sounds good dun it) and eventually managed to pick 4 FINALIST, from left to right smudge smith, john weston and Max Millward the dancing exit sign refused to leave his spot on the wall in the main room, despite a

late back drop entry from smudge smith, Max won it with his unique style that resembled a Harrier Jump Jet taking off.

FAMILY

Said our goodbyes and off we head back to God Country. I'd told the Mrs I'd be home for 1-30 and at 1-40 the mobile rings, "just checking you're all ok" ---" be with you in 2 mins pet" after being out on my tod for 15 hours doing what I want to have your Mrs making sure "you're ok" was the end to a truly wonderful day.

Thanks everyone and don't forget say hello to the dancing exit sign next time you go which will be 7th Feb when the Mighty Kitch comes to town,

Edited January 4, 2009 by PaulDonnelly

[MarkWhiteley]

If I had a fiver for everytime Id promised to attend venues and not turned up, I would be a wealthy man!

However last night the promise came to reality after early planning and constant badgering from the'Yockster' we decided it was time to see what the attic was all about. When Yocky says he will drive and miss the chance of his much beloved alchoholic indulgences you get the feeling that this Attic gaf must be something special. Indeed Special it was! The kind of room that would provide an atmosphere be there ten or a hundred people in, a bit like your own home with your choice of the best music and the nicest company. We arrived around 8.45 and the room was bustling, people meeting and chatting, catching up with old friends, meeting new friends, thats what its all about.

Oh and then there's the music ! We just caught the tail end of Kevs spot with Dean following, promoters passionate about, and sticking with their convictions, some quality music, much new to these ears.

Nice to have a few words with Uncle Ted before he made his excuses and toddled (teddled?) off to open the hottest of hot boxes and claim his position behind the decks.

Descriptive text often carries much used, but often inacurate expletives, In the case of Ted's spot all the usual apply, but this time with total accuracy! A faultless mix of some wonderful rarites followed for the next two hours plus, so many tunes you just dont hear! Such was the quality that Ted reduced my chances of contracting smoking related deseases considerably, I daren't go for a ciggie break in case I missed something!

All in all a fantastic night with fantastic music, and as another much used phrase goes - we will be back!

Thanx to Kev, Dean and Steve for a super night, and to Uncle Ted for some super tunes!

Next time we come early and dine downstairs me thinks, smelt wonderful.

Best

M.

[Spaghetti Weston]

AWSOME,AMAZING NIGHT.

I THINK A TOP NIGHT WAS HAD BY ALL,SAW SOME GREAT PEOPLE I AINT SEEN FOR AGES AND 2 HOURS OF UNCLE TED YOU CAN'T GO WRONG HE PLAYED STUFF HE AINT PLAYED IN AGES BRINGIN SOME GREAT MEMORIES BACK OF THE EARLY 90'S WHEN YOU HAD VENUES LIKE BRETBY AND ALLBRIGHTON I WILL BE BACK TOP QUALITY

[Guest smudgesmith]

Well what can i say that has not already been said.Like Mick D i have not heard Ted play since......Allbrighton,he took the roof off that night,and its a bloody good job the roof was well fixed down last night.For over 2 hrs the large gathering on soul music lovers were pleasered!!!!

This was my first trip to the Attic,it wont be the last,all the guys are very passionate about their tunes and do know their onions.

In years to come we will be recalling great nights we have had on the scene and one thing is for sure Jan 3rd 2009 will be one of the tremendous memories.

To meet and be introduced to the legend that is "Blue Max" (did you appear in porn movies Max) was an honour.I do believe i won the dancing competion on the balcony aswell,yet another first.

To top the night off was the magic company of Paul,Lucy and Mick,nice also to see a few other Peterborough followers ie Gill,Becky and Sue.Yocky didnt need to drop his kecks there was entertainment a plenty(sorry didnt say hello Yocky you were always too busy jawing)

Ted you the man thankyou

Thankyou "Attic" boys

[Ted Massey]

Thanks so much for all the kind coments i will try to put up a play list but over 2 hours its going to be difficult to remember this really is a great little venue. well done to the lads who keep it going

[max millward]

AWSOME,AMAZING NIGHT.

I THINK A TOP NIGHT WAS HAD BY ALL,SAW SOME GREAT PEOPLE I AINT SEEN FOR AGES AND 2 HOURS OF UNCLE TED YOU CAN'T GO WRONG HE PLAYED STUFF HE AINT PLAYED IN AGES BRINGIN SOME GREAT MEMORIES BACK OF THE EARLY 90'S WHEN YOU HAD VENUES LIKE BRETBY AND ALLBRIGHTON I WILL BE BACK TOP QUALITY

hi john!! wow what a night!!

i had paul donnelly for company on the drive up!! great chattin' & exchangin' stories!!

was greeted with a very warm welcome by the attic boy's!! thank's for making me feel

so much at home!!

what can one say about "mr massey" he has one of the best collections you could ever

wish to hear!! we were all treated last nite to a monster quality set of tunes!! some of which

which i'd not heard "ted" play before!! blew some cobwebs away aye "ted"

once again thanks to the "attic" boys for the wonderful welcome!! thanks paul donnelly

for all those great stories!! smithy for more great tales!!

a wonderful top top night out!!

[KevH]

Thanks so much for all the kind coments i will try to put up a play list but over 2 hours its going to be difficult to remember this really is a great little venue. well done to the lads who keep it going

What a night!!!!.Loved it from start to finish,and for once wasn't worrying about numbers.

It was one of those nights when everything comes together,the music,the people, the drink. .

Massive thanks to all who attended,from far and wide.

Ted Massey - absolutley one of the best spots i've heard for long time.His first 90 minutes went that well,he stayed on to do an impromtu(nearly) 60 minutes more,much to the delight of us guys and the dancefloor.

As Paul D said earlier,it was a Perfect Day....A special nite at The Attic,and Forest winning at Manchester,,0-3.

A very happy Kev.

[John May]

Great night, difficult to add anything not already said. Its been a long time since i can honestly say that i enjoyed a soul night as much as last night. Brilliant spot from Ted.

The fascinators sounded great

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[Dean]

.....Wow!

For me to say what a bloody great night will sound obvious and maybe patronising. I hold the view that the night is made good or great by those attending not by us four. This night certainly was made great, what a great crowd of appreciative happy souls. Thank you each and every one of you, those who attend month in month out, those who come along now and again, and those who came for the first time - the night belonged to you. There'll be a lot of lines written on this thread about Ted's spot, his spot was an event in itself, remarkable breadth and depth - whatever category it was always a top sound, one after the other. A playlist will be like a collectors wish list................ whereas mine, well we're not out to compete with the likes of our guests but to compliment them if possible on the night. Here's a sample from my 9.15 - 10.00 spot:

Grover Mitchell - I Gotta Keep Movin' (DECCA)

Ellie Greenwich - Aint That Peculiar (bell)

Stemmons Express - Woman, Love Theif (Wand)

7 Dwarves - Stop Girl (Ideal)

Jack Montgomery - Baby, Baby, Take A Chance On Me (Revue)

The Checkmates Ltd - Do The Walk - (Capitol)

TKO's with Hank Jacobs - The Charge (TEN STAR)

The Halos - Do I (CONGRESS)

Lou Roberts and the Marks - You Fooled Me (MGM)

Grover Mitchell - Take Your Time and Love Me (DECCA-this is a very different take from the Josie version)

Johnny Sails - Don't Turn Your Back On Me (MAR-V-LUS)

Lavell Hardy - What Kind of Woman (ROJAC) - We've played this at the Attic a few times over the last 2 years always gets a few comments.

Well - obviously not in the same league as Ted, but like to think there was something in there for most people, some well known "oldies", some less familiar.

Thanks to all came and for all your positive feedback on here so far. Most people there last night ( a bit of a who's who of northern soul collecting in the place) will know what it's like to put some effort into running a night and how important it is to feel it was all worth it.

Hope to see some of you again on Feb 7th for Kitch guesting.

Edited January 4, 2009 by Dean

[KevH]

a few from me from early on.......

NAOMI WILSON - DO YOU FEEL WHAT I FEEL......UA

PERFORMERS - LITTLE ANGEL........Sir Graham

SANDRA PHILLIPS - YOU SUCEEDED........Broadway

MARVIN + TAMMI - WHAT YOU GAVE ME........Tamla

LONNIE BROOKS - DEMONSTRATING.........Chirrup

SONNY RHODES - YOU BETTER STOP (Karl ).....Galaxy

ERNIE & ED - INDICATION.......Jayboy

INTENTIONS - I'M LOSING YOU LOVE.......Uptite

CAROLE WALLER - THIS LOVE OF MIND.......USA

ALCON SHADES - ALL IS FORGIVEN......Blue Rock

ELSIE MAE - DO YOU REALLY WANT TO RESCUE ME.....King

IRENE SCOTT - EVERYDAY WORRIES......Midas

IMPRESSIONS - LOVE ME.....Curtom

Cheers....Kev.

Edited January 17, 2009 by KevH

[Guest stivessoulie]

Our first time at The Attic and we loved it.....happy to hear Dean play The Boss Four and Ted play Earls and Magnetics.....made my night Lovely to see good friends there and to be with Becky, Sue, Mick, Lucy, Paul and Smudge........we'll be back

Gill x

[Quinvy]

Well done guy's....you deserve all your success....was hoping to be there, but.....I'll pm you...

Phil.

[Ted Massey]

Bloody hell this has taken ages I had so many requests i could have done 3 hours. i was good to put faces to the people on hear like mark brian and others sorry if i have missed anyone, any way here goes they are in no particular order think i remembered them all

Little Soul-Lonely stranger-Solid Sound

Webs-Little girl blue-Dynamic

Blendels-You need love-Dontee

Othelia Barnes-Never leave me-Sheldon acetate

Richard Caiton-I like to get near you-Uptight

Detroit Sounds of Friction-I'm leaving you-Heavy Sound Inc

Jimmie Bo Horn-I can't speak-Dade

Marshall Donovan Broomfield-Since I found my baby-Augusta

Papa Bear-You're so fine-SMS

Timeless Legend-I was born to love you-Dawn-Lite

Tearra-Just loving you-Midtown

Aspirations-You left me-Peaches

Ray Agee-Im losing again-Soultown

Bob and Fred-I'll be on my way-Big Mack

Chuck Holiday-Just can't trust nobody-Gloria

Utopias-Girls are against me-Lasalle

George Lemons-Fascinating girl-Gold Soul

Eddie Parker-I'm gone-Awake

Professionals-That's why I love you-Groove City

Professionals-Did my baby call-Groove City

J T Rhythm-My sweet baby-Palmer

Magnetics-Heart you're made of stone-Bonnie

Sharon McMann-Got to find another girl-Karen

Johnny Rodgers-Make a change-Amon

Buddy Smith-When you lose the one you love-Brute

Volumes-Ain't gonna give you up-Karen

J D Bryant-I won't be coming back-Shrine

Classics-One dance-Yan-G

Lenny Curtis-Nothing can help you now-End

Divines-I gotta make it-AOA

Empires-You're on top girl-Candi

Districts-One lover-Nile

Linda Cumbo-Trouble maker-Calla

Chuck Cockerham-Have I got a right-Mala

Earle's-Everybody's got somebody-TeeTi

Terri Goodnight-They didn't know-Phelectron

Fascinators-In other words-Bombay

Shirley Edwards-Dream my heart-Shrine

Gloria Howell-You'd better hurry up-Big City

Jokers-Soul sound-Skofield

Bobby James-I really love you-Karol(Inst)

Imperial C'S-Someone tell her-Philasoul

Inspirations-No one else can take your place-Breakthrough

Magnetics-Count the days-Sable

Lee McKinney-I'll keep holding on-Sable

George Pepp-The feeling is real-Coleman

Sonatas-Going down the road-Hot Line

Sweets-Something about my baby-Soultown

Tommy Ridgely-My love gets stronger-International City

Royal Robins-Something about you sends me-Truglotown

Poets-Wrapped around your finger-J2

Betty Wilson-I'm yours-Dayco

Kenny Wells-Isn't it just a shame-New Voice

Ted Wilson-I can't take no more-Sierra

John and the Wierdest-No time-Tie

John and the Wierdest-Memories-Tie

[Russoul1]

sounds like we missed a top night, im really pleased for you all hopefully a great start to a prosperous and soulful 2009

also good to see a few of the boro boys n girls turn out to support this excellent little venue

shame paul d didnt rope a few more of the 4000 posh supporters to a full on away day, should of mentioned

about the loverrrly food thats available £3.75!!

anyway really really pleased that you had a successful evening

see ya in feb

russ

[Jimmy A]

Bloody hell this has taken ages I had so many requests i could have done 3 hours. i was good to put faces to the people on hear like mark brian and others sorry if i have missed anyone, any way here goes they are in no particular order think i remembered them all

Little Soul-Lonely stranger-Solid Sound

Webs-Little girl blue-Dynamic

Blendels-You need love-Dontee

Othelia Barnes-Never leave me-Sheldon acetate

Richard Caiton-I like to get near you-Uptight

Detroit Sounds of Friction-I'm leaving you-Heavy Sound Inc

Jimmie Bo Horn-I can't speak-Dade

Marshall Donovan Broomfield-Since I found my baby-Augusta

Papa Bear-You're so fine-SMS

Timeless Legend-I was born to love you-Dawn-Lite

Tearra-Just loving you-Midtown

Aspirations-You left me-Peaches

Ray Agee-Im losing again-Soultown

Bob and Fred-I'll be on my way-Big Mack

Chuck Holiday-Just can't trust nobody-Gloria

Utopias-Girls are against me-Lasalle

George Lemons-Fascinating girl-Gold Soul

Eddie Parker-I'm gone-Awake

Professionals-That's why I love you-Groove City

Professionals-Did my baby call-Groove City

J T Rhythm-My sweet baby-Palmer

Magnetics-Heart you're made of stone-Bonnie

Sharon McMann-Got to find another girl-Karen

Johnny Rodgers-Make a change-Amon

Buddy Smith-When you lose the one you love-Brute

Volumes-Ain't gonna give you up-Karen

J D Bryant-I won't be coming back-Shrine

Classics-One dance-Yan-G

Lenny Curtis-Nothing can help you now-End

Divines-I gotta make it-AOA

Empires-You're on top girl-Candi

Districts-One lover-Nile

Linda Cumbo-Trouble maker-Calla

Chuck Cockerham-Have I got a right-Mala

Earle's-Everybody's got somebody-TeeTi

Terri Goodnight-They didn't know-Phelectron

Fascinators-In other words-Bombay

Shirley Edwards-Dream my heart-Shrine

Gloria Howell-You'd better hurry up-Big City

Jokers-Soul sound-Skofield

Bobby James-I really love you-Karol(Inst)

Imperial C'S-Someone tell her-Philasoul

Inspirations-No one else can take your place-Breakthrough

Magnetics-Count the days-Sable

Lee McKinney-I'll keep holding on-Sable

George Pepp-The feeling is real-Coleman

Sonatas-Going down the road-Hot Line

Sweets-Something about my baby-Soultown

Tommy Ridgely-My love gets stronger-International City

Royal Robins-Something about you sends me-Truglotown

Poets-Wrapped around your finger-J2

Betty Wilson-I'm yours-Dayco

Kenny Wells-Isn't it just a shame-New Voice

Ted Wilson-I can't take no more-Sierra

John and the Wierdest-No time-Tie

John and the Wierdest-Memories-Tie

F***ing Nora.Really wanted to get to this but coudnt get in the end.What A bummer, Gutted for missing this lot . Just read the list out to Fatius Bumius....She has just wet the bed and fainted

[max millward]

Bloody hell this has taken ages I had so many requests i could have done 3 hours. i was good to put faces to the people on hear like mark brian and others sorry if i have missed anyone, any way here goes they are in no particular order think i remembered them all

Little Soul-Lonely stranger-Solid Sound

Webs-Little girl blue-Dynamic

Blendels-You need love-Dontee

Othelia Barnes-Never leave me-Sheldon acetate

Richard Caiton-I like to get near you-Uptight

Detroit Sounds of Friction-I'm leaving you-Heavy Sound Inc

Jimmie Bo Horn-I can't speak-Dade

Marshall Donovan Broomfield-Since I found my baby-Augusta

Papa Bear-You're so fine-SMS

Timeless Legend-I was born to love you-Dawn-Lite

Tearra-Just loving you-Midtown

Aspirations-You left me-Peaches

Ray Agee-Im losing again-Soultown

Bob and Fred-I'll be on my way-Big Mack

Chuck Holiday-Just can't trust nobody-Gloria

Utopias-Girls are against me-Lasalle

George Lemons-Fascinating girl-Gold Soul

Eddie Parker-I'm gone-Awake

Professionals-That's why I love you-Groove City

Professionals-Did my baby call-Groove City

J T Rhythm-My sweet baby-Palmer

Magnetics-Heart you're made of stone-Bonnie

Sharon McMann-Got to find another girl-Karen

Johnny Rodgers-Make a change-Amon

Buddy Smith-When you lose the one you love-Brute

Volumes-Ain't gonna give you up-Karen

J D Bryant-I won't be coming back-Shrine

Classics-One dance-Yan-G

Lenny Curtis-Nothing can help you now-End

Divines-I gotta make it-AOA

Empires-You're on top girl-Candi

Districts-One lover-Nile

Linda Cumbo-Trouble maker-Calla

Chuck Cockerham-Have I got a right-Mala

Earle's-Everybody's got somebody-TeeTi

Terri Goodnight-They didn't know-Phelectron

Fascinators-In other words-Bombay

Shirley Edwards-Dream my heart-Shrine

Gloria Howell-You'd better hurry up-Big City

Jokers-Soul sound-Skofield

Bobby James-I really love you-Karol(Inst)

Imperial C'S-Someone tell her-Philasoul

Inspirations-No one else can take your place-Breakthrough

Magnetics-Count the days-Sable

Lee McKinney-I'll keep holding on-Sable

George Pepp-The feeling is real-Coleman

Sonatas-Going down the road-Hot Line

Sweets-Something about my baby-Soultown

Tommy Ridgely-My love gets stronger-International City

Royal Robins-Something about you sends me-Truglotown

Poets-Wrapped around your finger-J2

Betty Wilson-I'm yours-Dayco

Kenny Wells-Isn't it just a shame-New Voice

Ted Wilson-I can't take no more-Sierra

John and the Wierdest-No time-Tie

John and the Wierdest-Memories-Tie

THANK YOU TED!! THE BEST TWO & HALF HOUR SPOT IV'E EVER HEARD!!

MAX..

[22ndsoul]

Great atmosphere, super people and the music just blew me away.It's the first time i've seen Ted Massey do a spot and what a spot,best set i've heard for a long time.Excellent night and always worth the journey every month.The secrets out lads, well done and what a cracking little venue.

Every success for 2009.

H

[Jellybean]

Bloody hell this has taken ages I had so many requests i could have done 3 hours. i was good to put faces to the people on hear like mark brian and others sorry if i have missed anyone, any way here goes they are in no particular order think i remembered them all

Little Soul-Lonely stranger-Solid Sound

Webs-Little girl blue-Dynamic

Blendels-You need love-Dontee

Othelia Barnes-Never leave me-Sheldon acetate

Richard Caiton-I like to get near you-Uptight

Detroit Sounds of Friction-I'm leaving you-Heavy Sound Inc

Jimmie Bo Horn-I can't speak-Dade

Marshall Donovan Broomfield-Since I found my baby-Augusta

Papa Bear-You're so fine-SMS

Timeless Legend-I was born to love you-Dawn-Lite

Tearra-Just loving you-Midtown

Aspirations-You left me-Peaches

Ray Agee-Im losing again-Soultown

Bob and Fred-I'll be on my way-Big Mack

Chuck Holiday-Just can't trust nobody-Gloria

Utopias-Girls are against me-Lasalle

George Lemons-Fascinating girl-Gold Soul

Eddie Parker-I'm gone-Awake

Professionals-That's why I love you-Groove City

Professionals-Did my baby call-Groove City

J T Rhythm-My sweet baby-Palmer

Magnetics-Heart you're made of stone-Bonnie

Sharon McMann-Got to find another girl-Karen

Johnny Rodgers-Make a change-Amon

Buddy Smith-When you lose the one you love-Brute

Volumes-Ain't gonna give you up-Karen

J D Bryant-I won't be coming back-Shrine

Classics-One dance-Yan-G

Lenny Curtis-Nothing can help you now-End

Divines-I gotta make it-AOA

Empires-You're on top girl-Candi

Districts-One lover-Nile

Linda Cumbo-Trouble maker-Calla

Chuck Cockerham-Have I got a right-Mala

Earle's-Everybody's got somebody-TeeTi

Terri Goodnight-They didn't know-Phelectron

Fascinators-In other words-Bombay

Shirley Edwards-Dream my heart-Shrine

Gloria Howell-You'd better hurry up-Big City

Jokers-Soul sound-Skofield

Bobby James-I really love you-Karol(Inst)

Imperial C'S-Someone tell her-Philasoul

Inspirations-No one else can take your place-Breakthrough

Magnetics-Count the days-Sable

Lee McKinney-I'll keep holding on-Sable

George Pepp-The feeling is real-Coleman

Sonatas-Going down the road-Hot Line

Sweets-Something about my baby-Soultown

Tommy Ridgely-My love gets stronger-International City

Royal Robins-Something about you sends me-Truglotown

Poets-Wrapped around your finger-J2

Betty Wilson-I'm yours-Dayco

Kenny Wells-Isn't it just a shame-New Voice

Ted Wilson-I can't take no more-Sierra

John and the Wierdest-No time-Tie

John and the Wierdest-Memories-Tie

WOW!!! What an absolutely awesome 2 hour spot way to go Teddy!!!!

[Mak]

Bloody hell this has taken ages I had so many requests i could have done 3 hours. i was good to put faces to the people on hear like mark brian and others sorry if i have missed anyone, any way here goes they are in no particular order think i remembered them all

Little Soul-Lonely stranger-Solid Sound

Webs-Little girl blue-Dynamic

Blendels-You need love-Dontee

Othelia Barnes-Never leave me-Sheldon acetate

Richard Caiton-I like to get near you-Uptight

Detroit Sounds of Friction-I'm leaving you-Heavy Sound Inc

Jimmie Bo Horn-I can't speak-Dade

Marshall Donovan Broomfield-Since I found my baby-Augusta

Papa Bear-You're so fine-SMS

Timeless Legend-I was born to love you-Dawn-Lite

Tearra-Just loving you-Midtown

Aspirations-You left me-Peaches

Ray Agee-Im losing again-Soultown

Bob and Fred-I'll be on my way-Big Mack

Chuck Holiday-Just can't trust nobody-Gloria

Utopias-Girls are against me-Lasalle

George Lemons-Fascinating girl-Gold Soul

Eddie Parker-I'm gone-Awake

Professionals-That's why I love you-Groove City

Professionals-Did my baby call-Groove City

J T Rhythm-My sweet baby-Palmer

Magnetics-Heart you're made of stone-Bonnie

Sharon McMann-Got to find another girl-Karen

Johnny Rodgers-Make a change-Amon

Buddy Smith-When you lose the one you love-Brute

Volumes-Ain't gonna give you up-Karen

J D Bryant-I won't be coming back-Shrine

Classics-One dance-Yan-G

Lenny Curtis-Nothing can help you now-End

Divines-I gotta make it-AOA

Empires-You're on top girl-Candi

Districts-One lover-Nile

Linda Cumbo-Trouble maker-Calla

Chuck Cockerham-Have I got a right-Mala

Earle's-Everybody's got somebody-TeeTi

Terri Goodnight-They didn't know-Phelectron

Fascinators-In other words-Bombay

Shirley Edwards-Dream my heart-Shrine

Gloria Howell-You'd better hurry up-Big City

Jokers-Soul sound-Skofield

Bobby James-I really love you-Karol(Inst)

Imperial C'S-Someone tell her-Philasoul

Inspirations-No one else can take your place-Breakthrough

Magnetics-Count the days-Sable

Lee McKinney-I'll keep holding on-Sable

George Pepp-The feeling is real-Coleman

Sonatas-Going down the road-Hot Line

Sweets-Something about my baby-Soultown

Tommy Ridgely-My love gets stronger-International City

Royal Robins-Something about you sends me-Truglotown

Poets-Wrapped around your finger-J2

Betty Wilson-I'm yours-Dayco

Kenny Wells-Isn't it just a shame-New Voice

Ted Wilson-I can't take no more-Sierra

John and the Wierdest-No time-Tie

John and the Wierdest-Memories-Tie

I've chucked my records in the bin

[Guest tonyolly]

I've chucked my records in the bin

great nite Othelia Barnes what a sound new to me thanks Ted......sheep away intcup day out chaps????

[Steve L]

Well I cant really add alot to whats been already said.

If you imagine a perfect night with all the necessary ingredients - quality music, a great crowd and atmosphere then last night was as close as you can get to that.

I was supposed to be doing the last spot but everything was running so smoothly I didnt want to disrupt things ( how could you try to follow that anyway?? ) and Ted kept it going like a dream right till the end 2hrs 15mins altogether

Thanks to Ted and everyone who came for making a special night, as Dean said earlier its the people who come who make the night, we just provide a platform for it.

I'm just off to chuck all my records in the bin as well

Anyone for more of the same next month? There arent many people who could follow that but we have a man that can - Kitch, so hope to see ya then

[Guest biggray1]

What a perfect way to end a Christmas holiday,musicly last nite at the Attic was awesome,this is wot its all about,going to a venue and the MUSIC played isnt your run of the mill oldies but quality rare tunes that not many Djs and collectors own..took me back years,thanks all involved especially Ted Massey...anyone looking at the above playlist can see the shear quality that Ted played..Ted you da man..again many thanx to all the Attic boys,oh and I am seriously thinking of following Mak and chuckin me records away...hahahahahahaha Graham.....Ted Wilson..I cant take no more..Sierra..to die for.....

[Guest BigPaul]

Big thanks to all who attended, making it one of those special nights

And of course Ted, who span a few, a few more and to finish a few more

Top Drawer

Regards

Paul

[bri pinch]

ONLY DECIDED TO GO AT THE LAST MIN WHEN ABLE TO CADGE A LIFT FROM THE MIGHTY YOCKSTER, CHEERS MATE, A LITTLE DISCONCERTED AT THE SIZE OF THE ROOM ,BUT THAT WAS THE ONLY THING ABOUT LAST NITE THAT WAS SMALL. EVERYTHING ELSE ABOUT LAST NIGHT WAS ABSOLUTELY MASSIVE. IF CARLSBERG DID SOUL NITES THEN THIS WAS IT. IT WAS THAT GOOD, AND PLENTY OF GOOD FOR YOU GUINNESS ANORL. CREDIT TO THE BOYS WHO PUT THIS NITER ON ,IT REALLY WAS THE BEST GIG I'VE ATTENDED IN YEARS, PLAYLISTS SPEAK VOLUMES, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK BOYS.

BRI PINCH.

[steadysoul]

well done attic boys for bringing big ted to the attic was a fantastic night for rare soul lovers,and a friendly and lively capacity crowd. Any more like this and your need planning permission for a building extension ,hope we can look forward to more nights like this in 2009 .The big sounds keep coming looking forward to notts own kitch. steadysoul

[munchkinette]

There's really not a lot more I can add to all the comments except for we had a great night and will be back for more oh and will get there earlier next time and sample the food downstairs.

See you all again soon.

Sharon

[Little-stevie]

Great to see the feedback for this little rare soul gem...

All the best to the Attic boys for 2009..

Steve

[Pauldonnelly]

a little film tribute of the Attic Night...

https://www.grapheine.com/bombaytv/index.ph...006c37920ce773a

[spirit]

I can't remember any event I've attended over the past year or so (and I've been to a lot) that has garnered such a high proportion of brilliant reviews for its size. I could have quoted any of the posts, but these sum a wonderful night up for me.

It really was that good.

What happened last night , as I know all that attended will agree was one of those special nights that only happen once in a blue moon. ... a special event that people will remember and talk about for years to come

In years to come we will be recalling great nights we have had on the scene and one thing is for sure Jan 3rd 2009 will be one of the tremendous memories.

Ted you the man thankyou

Thankyou "Attic" boys

Its been a long time since i can honestly say that i enjoyed a soul night as much as last night. Brilliant spot from Ted.

Great atmosphere, super people and the music just blew me away.It's the first time i've seen Ted Massey do a spot and what a spot,best set i've heard for a long time.

If you imagine a perfect night with all the necessary ingredients - quality music, a great crowd and atmosphere then last night was as close as you can get to that.

IT REALLY WAS THE BEST GIG I'VE ATTENDED IN YEARS

[munchkinette]

a little film tribute of the Attic Night...

https://www.grapheine.com/bombaytv/index.ph...006c37920ce773a

Absolutely brill Paul.

Sharon

[Ted Massey]

wish i had someone at home like that

[Simsy]

Text message from soul brother Garry Churm 4/1/09;

"Was probably the best night ever at the Attic, full house, great crowd. Ted Massey as a guest did an amazing 2hr+ spot with a playlist covering everything".

[Guest Mart B]

Glad i was there to witness one of those nites you will never forget,top notch music and crowd what a fantastic start to 2009.

Best Regards Mart.B

[Boogaloo]

Well done, lads. Sounds like it was a blast. Nice when your hard work, stress and tears pays off. Really chuffed for you. Now when are you going to change your dates to the first Sunday of the month so that I can have a perfect weekend 

Cheers Warren

[Guest MickD]

Well done, lads. Sounds like it was a blast. Nice when your hard work, stress and tears pays off. Really chuffed for you. Now when are you going to change your dates to the first Sunday of the month so that I can have a perfect weekend

Cheers Warren

It's nice having the best of both worlds

[Guest MickD]

Well done, lads. Sounds like it was a blast. Nice when your hard work, stress and tears pays off. Really chuffed for you. Now when are you going to change your dates to the first Sunday of the month so that I can have a perfect weekend

Cheers Warren

It's nice having the best of both worlds oops

Edited January 5, 2009 by MickD

[KevH]

Text message from soul brother Garry Churm 4/1/09;

"Was probably the best night ever at the Attic, full house, great crowd. Ted Massey as a guest did an amazing 2hr+ spot with a playlist covering everything".

You're very honoured Ian,getting a text from Garry.Did you need MI5 to decipher it? .

Ted's playlist certainly covered everything,,,i printed it off and its covered 3 walls in the living room .

Kev.....still buzzing

[MarkWhiteley]

My Mrs spent alot of time on the floor, I spent a lot of money at the bar

If Only I had worn me dancin' shoes

Things could have been so differant https://sendables.jibjab.com/view/ejUzeerSdbN669MO

Boogie on Teddy !!

M.

[Pauldonnelly]

My Mrs spent alot of time on the floor, I spent a lot of money at the bar

If Only I had worn me dancin' shoes

Things could have been so differant https://sendables.jibjab.com/view/ejUzeerSdbN669MO

Boogie on Teddy !!

M.

WAS your Mrs the petite very attractive blonde lass with the black skirt, black stockings and back shoes....now she COULD dance, love a good female mover....pass on my congrats.

I was the fat bastard sitting on the right away from the bar area who moved the right leg occasiinly but still remembered when to clap, how? fook knows

[Pauldonnelly]

My Mrs spent alot of time on the floor, I spent a lot of money at the bar

If Only I had worn me dancin' shoes

Things could have been so differant https://sendables.jibjab.com/view/ejUzeerSdbN669MO

Boogie on Teddy !!

M.

WAS your Mrs the petite very attractive blonde lass with the black skirt, black stockings and back shoes....now she COULD dance, love a good female mover....pass on my congrats.

I was the fat bastard sitting on the right away from the bar area who moved the right leg occasiinly but still remembered when to clap, how? fook knows

[Pauldonnelly]

My Mrs spent alot of time on the floor, I spent a lot of money at the bar

If Only I had worn me dancin' shoes

Things could have been so differant https://sendables.jibjab.com/view/ejUzeerSdbN669MO

Boogie on Teddy !!

M.

WAS your Mrs the petite very attractive blonde lass with the black skirt, black stockings and back shoes....now she COULD dance, love a good female mover....pass on my congrats.

I was the fat bastard sitting on the right away from the bar area who moved the right leg occasiinly but still remembered when to clap, how? fook knows

[MarkWhiteley]

WAS your Mrs the petite very attractive blonde lass with the black skirt, black stockings and back shoes....now she COULD dance, love a good female mover....pass on my congrats.

I was the fat bastard sitting on the right away from the bar area who moved the right leg occasiinly but still remembered when to clap, how? fook knows

FFS Paul, how the f**k would I know what she was wearing I thought everyone was wearing black but maybe that was the haze from the copius quantity of Guiness myself & Bri Pinch consumed

Seriously though, petite,attractive, black dress, black stockings, black shoes but dark hair, sad grey haired old giffer on her arm

[Pauldonnelly]

FFS Paul, how the f**k would I know what she was wearing I thought everyone was wearing black but maybe that was the haze from the copius quantity of Guiness myself & Bri Pinch consumed

Seriously though, petite,attractive, black dress, black stockings, black shoes but dark hair, sad grey haired old giffer on her arm

Thanks for that Mark

there was a blonde lass who could really shake her tale feather, she did have a beige cardy on though...who is she???

[Spaghetti Weston]

Thanks for that Mark

there was a blonde lass who could really shake her tale feather, she did have a beige cardy on though...who is she???

I KNOW WHO SHE IS BUT IT'L COST YA TO FIND OUT

[KevH]

Thanks for that Mark

there was a blonde lass who could really shake her tale feather, she did have a beige cardy on though...who is she???

Was it John May's missus?

[PS-Soul]

Just got back on line after a computerless 10 days over the festive period and really glad I am able to comment about this night before the thread disappears on to Page 2

Would like to echo everything said by all so far, the atmosphere was superb and the music was excellent, not had the privilege of a Ted Massey spot before but what a fantastic mix of all tempo tunes.

What a way to start off the year and hope it continues for you guys throughout 2009, you deserve it. Any more nights like this and they may need more than one person behind the bar but I thought the lady serving coped really well with the larger than usual crowd.

See you all soon

Paul & Sue

[Guest Rhonda]

What a fantastic night Well done lads.

Looking forward to February the 7th

Rhonda

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