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Just a quick line for the masses (or should that be massive! BO!) re: membership for the Plinston. We have had loads of mails on this point and so thought wed post the answer here to end confusion...... Membership IS optional and NOT required for entry. You can get it on the night if you wish. Wed suggest you do apply as in future lives acts, allnighters etc will be members only. So, in conclusion, you do not need to have membership before the night (March 7th.) TheBigO

Prestatyn 2003 Midnight Hour Northern and Modern SOUL Weekender Hours to go The buzz going around is almost deafening. "See you at Prestatyn" has almost become "the" catch phase amongst soul fans world wide over the last few weeks. Major current and legendary soul stars lined up, the best and respected quality soul djs, 4 major venues, top facilities, quality accommodation, 24 hour soul radio, top grade organisation, just a few of the reasons why people are heading to the North Wales Coast this weekend. The inaugural one last year has been described by soul fans as "breathe of fresh air and for me personally was the event of the year" "a event for soul fans run by soul fans". "Just got back from Prestatyn in fact to sum up the whole weekend in a word....AWESOME." Latest News : Gwen Owens (just one of the many soul stars lined up) did a live link up via phone on Steve Fletchers Sunday soul show on Wire FM radio show and her enthusiasm and professionalism just shined through. Gwen says really looking forward to being part of the Prestatyn experience Accommodation - Two person accommodation available at 40 pounds per person, this is for the whole 3 nights package, and is aimed at those who would rather not share larger rooms or those who want a flexible lo-cost option. Normal packages starting at £35 a person still available Check out www.soul-weekenders.co.uk

From Soul Talk Discussion list > tune in to Radio 4 > tomorrow (Thursday) for Womans Hour at 10-11am which will feature > Northern Soul DJs. I know the 100 Clubs resident from the early 90s, > Val Palmer, is on and I think Jo Wallace is on too. It should be > interesting. Spoken to Jo and seems she and others may be on

Limestreet Dunkenfield Manchester A flying visit by meself and Kit to Sid and Bernadettes recently started event up (second one?) on the furthest from home side of Manchester. As always lol in finding event, if anyone wants to know difference between Hyde Town Hall and Dunkerfield Town Hall ask us cause we now know, along with many other east manchester landmarks. Thanks to Bernadette for looking after us, and Sid and John P who made us very welcome. The Birchfield crowd were the guests on and Biff, Dave and Chris Penn dished out the sounds that wow Widnes missed out on waterhole max thingy, but as said caught some nice stuff and all kept floor busy Sid finished nite off with a tidy selection Cause of navigation skills and other things only had a short time there but it all seemed to fly past and most enjoyable Been told next one next month features amongst the guests a certain dmsc connection with a steve thomas and a mike h

Ah the next night is almost upon us (Friday 7th March) and the ticket lines are begining to light up with the sound of those happy soulsters eager to partake of the unique atmosphere and the chance to experience the opening of all 3 rooms at North Herts No 1 venue. However, those that are still too tight to part with £5 can enter our competition via email to win 2 pairs of tickets for this night and see the start of the mighty SOUL SAMs residency at the Plinston! The competition we are running is still up for grabs. This is because to date we have had some very naff enteries and a whole slew of porno pics sent!!!!!!! So, all you have to do is email us at nh6tsmafia@aol.com and complete the following sentence: I deserve the free tickets because.............. and mark it I have no life - enrich it please! The winners will be notified by email so get to it and experience why we say........Herts - Full Of Soul!!!!! TheBigO

Sales list. Tel 07947114298 email raresoul1@hotmail.com ASK FOR GREG. HOLLIDAYS - I LOST YOU - GROOVE CITY £325 (VERY RARE NOWADAYS) EXCUSES - TRICK BAG - VALISE EX £350 DIPLOMATS - CARDS ON THE TABLE - AROCK £225 ROOSEVELT JONES - I SAY THATS ALRIGHT - SOM £150 JON TEE - CRAZY - JAYTONE W/D VG+ £250 BOBBY WILLIAMS - TELL IT TO MY FACE - LU PINE W/D £75 BILY GILES - IM HURTING - SHOCK £50 CADILLACS - FOOL -ARCTIC £50 CAROL WOODS - HEARTBREAKER - PERFECTO 7 £350 (EX CAROL ANDERSON C/UP MONSTER FROM THE DOME - VERY RARE)

DMSC Llandudno Soul Nites This Friday : 21 Feb 02 Been keeping this low key, but due to amount of calls had for info and maps thought for a easier life will push info out Map on website Long running Llandudno Soul nites now strong at new venue, no hang ups, no hype, no bullshit (well may be a bit knocking about venue see below) Just good time, all over the place, all styles Northern North Wales Coast style...soul with a smile Current uk top sounds, current north wales pleasers, revitalised revivals, all styles, all eras Djs Regs Steve Holyhead Thomas (regular guest at the all quality venues North West and beyond), Mike H ( Bargain Booze, Netto, 99p Shop) Plus each time a selection from North Wales Coast finest inc likes of Chico, Mark Morgan, Ritchie Andrew, Mark Speakman, Bob Shaffer, Pete Banger, Johnny J, Phil Blacknell, Small Paul, and loads more Plus more offical and unoffical guests from all over the place Venue : Llandudno Bodafon Farm Park Where : know where Pier is , well event is at other end of Llandudno, opposite paddling pool, get on Mostyn St/Mostyn Ave (main high street ) and drive away from Great Orme, thru town, past asda, thru crag y don, just stay on main road, will come to end of road/t junction, drive straight across thru park enterance, signs be there, 1/2 mile down country track, building has coloured lights on, follow signs thru stables to door A isolated converted large farm, with smart facilities, balcony, smart bar, its a park/bird sanctuary in day so watch out for llamas, eagles, owls, hairy cows, goats, funny looking pigs etc, large carpark etc 8- v late , £3 in Food available as in bbq style, lamb/beef burgers, coffee/tea and rest, normal bar prices LLANDUDNO SOULNITES BODAFON FARM PARK PHONE on door 07719086723 Other DMSC events Soul At Social - Bangor First Friday of Month -Johnny Js big city Bangor Soul Nites, good time northern Drunken Monkey At Springfield - Uk Quality Rare Soul, Top Uk quality rare soul Djs , Top quality rare soul nite March 21st Other North Wales Coast up and coming going ons Prestatyn Weekender - Midnite Hours Northern and Modern Weekender - "The Big One" Llandudno Conniseurs Weekend Llandudno Soul Dragon Niter and Dayer dates and details can be found on Soul Source website at https://www.soul-source.co.uk Other DMSC news Guests and Djs details for next Drunken Monkey At Springfield March 21st all 100% full details out soon Offline: Check out North Wales Pioneer for all North Wales Coast Soul going ons inc regular monthly article

Hi All Sidney Barnes live at the CSC THE CAPITOL SOUL CLUB - LONDON (The Dome) Friday 28-March-2003 Not to be missed Sidney Barnes will perform a one off PA doing tracks especially for the CSC crowd. Some of the tracks like Safey Zone (unissued) will only be performed at this event. Mr Barnes will also be availible to have a chat and sign autographs,Photos etc. Remember we will try and make this a night a memorable one which will be talked about for years(just like the one a few years back). We have already got people flying in from all over Europe so get your travel arrangements made now!, well see you all at the end of March. Interviews are now up on the CSC site with Stuart Tyler and Paul McNamara plus top tens and some joke stuff plus review updates. DONT MISS OUT ON THIS NIGHT CAUSE IT WILL BE A ONE OFF. A massive night of Rare 6ts Soul also on the decks with Special guests Paul McNamara & Stuart Tyler plus all the regulars Carl Fortnum,Irish Greg,Alan H & Dave Flynn. The club runs from 9.30 til 3am (£8) with no admission after Midnight! The Club is Membership only and all details can be found on the club web site. www.capitolsoulclub.homestead.com thanks everyone greg,alan,david & carl. The CSC is run by Soul fans for Soul Fans.

Kev just passed on info on what seems its going to be another TOP QUALITY event to be added to the must go list, check out the djs lined up for this one! North meets South Presents a Northern Soul Spectacular At the legendary Birmingham Locarno (now Zanzibar ) Hurst St Birmingham Sunday 20th April 5pm -3am 10 un-missable hrs of non stop sounds from top DJs Main room AII time classics. all-nighter floorpackers, current monsters and classic favourites ANDY MX&ROB THOMAS/ MICK HI/ BLUE MAX/SAM MOORE/CARL WILINGHAM / ROGER BANKS / SCOTTY / PAUL BALDWIN / KENNY ONIONS /MICK LLOYD AND ROB HAIGH Second room 60S NEWIES, OBSCURITIES AND RARITIES, CONNOISSEURS MOTOWN, R&B AND CROSSOVER FROM ANDY DYSON I ANDY RIX / MICK H/ ROB THOMAS / CARL WILLINGHAM / ROGER BANKS / NICK BROWN / DES PARKER / KENNY ONIONS MARTYN BRADLEY AND JOHN WESTON Plus third room Jazz Funk and Boogie Many Record dealers in attendance To reserve your table Contact Des 01242 231299 or Ian 0161 773 1405 Admission £9 including free membership Information and directions www.northmeetssouth.co.uk Or email info@northmeetssouth.co.uk Or call Karen or Kevin 0151 424 3713

Bit late but word on last weekend was Lowton Annivesary - heard numbers were a bit down, but was told the modern and R n B rooms were kicking. A well smart legal cd was the freebie Goldbourne - Had a most enjoyable time , djs inc likes of Carl W, Steve Thomas, Kev Murphy,Terry Davis and more, some great sounds , good crowd, good time was had. 100 Club/Valatones Reports in say up to usual high standards Anyone get up to Blackpool event and like to pass on, in fact feel free to pass on any word of any decent events! Clashes, recently been to two events which in past few months have been subject to clashes, this time both were almost clash free and both events went really well. Suppose theres no easy answer , and know hard to avoid but always seems a bit of a shame like when have decent same style events, competing for the same crowds.

Latest News from Prestatyn May we take this opportunity to thank you for interest on Prestatyn 2003. 16 Days To go! Latest News Report 11 Feb 03 Latest News!! Due to personal reasons, Spyder Turner will not be able to join us at Prestatyn 2003. However at very short notice Lou Pride has agreed to appear. Lou will not only perform his classic tracks in the Northern Soul Room, but will also treat us to a selection from his latest album for Severn Records in the Modern Soul Room. Everyone who has dealt with Lou so far is extremely impressed with his polite and professional manner. Lou is really looking forward to visiting the UK for the very first time and were very pleased to host him. Check out the artists page for the link to Lous bio including the story behind his classic tracks such as "Im coming home in the morning" and more Website for latest news, info, sounds and more http://www.soul-weekenders.co.uk