Jez Jones

.....and that Steve is what makes the history of this scene so compelling. Whilst we were steeped in Wheel/Torch/Cats primarily---it is fascinating that in other parts of the UK there was a 'parallel' scene at that time with regional variations on 'top sounds' of the day. I do think though it would be an absolutely mammoth task to try to collate and 'chronicle' everything. It would probably have to be done chronologically and not just based on venues because as you say--there was a lot more going on in far flung places that doesn't get mentioned but is staple to the 'roots of the scene. There is probably more 'product' out there with regards to Wigan due to its longevity and would possibly stand a better chance from an archive point of view. ....oh and how yer doing matey. Hope you and yours are well. Bumped into Stuart Garrett the other day and had a good ole chinwag.'

Bit of light hearted fun for a Sunday morning. Mind you he gets better marks for presentation . I aint actually seen a copy but it must have a release date on it https://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Wigans-Chosen-Few-Footsee-RARE-1968-7-VINYL-SINGLE_W0QQitemZ270518442853QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Records?hash=item3efc27db65

Hey up Malc. Our favourite 60's bundle of fun --did a cover of the Elgins https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYuypZ7TwiM

...will try and rectify that. Off the New Religion album 1967---an absolute blinder from Jimmy James--I'm just a fool for you

Minstersoul Club

Treat yourself to this with your Xmas money https://cgi.ebay.com/JIMMY-JAMES-THE-VAGABONDS-LP-COME-TO-ME-SOFTLY-1968_W0QQitemZ120371474140QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMusic_on_Vinyl?hash=item1c06b2eedc with, amongst others, the awesome JIMMY JAMES-I'M JUST A FOOL FOR YOU -

.....real gritty northern and album only i think?? JIMMY HOLIDAY- I'VE GOT TO LIVE WHILE I CAN - off the album Turning Point-----think this got a re-release in 79??

After Torch 2009 and the outstanding efforts fundraisng....and hoping to match again for Torch 2010. we are going with:- 1) Douglas MacMillan https://www.dmhospice.org.uk/ 2)Derbyshire Downs Syndrome https://www.downs-syndrome-derby.org/ 3) National Kidney Federation https://www.kidney.or...-Info/ckd-info/ As before a 'local' flavour alongside a National one. I hope you'll agree ,three very very worthy causes and as before all profits will be shared between the three. There will be a raffle on the day and your support in whatever way you see fit is welcome and very much appreciated. thanks Jez

Sue have pm'd ya

...result Well done and a big thanks to all who made this happen

Graham Warr .........just came across this--knew he had discovered a few but.........................that is SOME list!!!!! Ref: A previous thread on here with regards to a Cats reunion at Soulvation........ Graham was already drifting away from the Rare Soul scene by the time The Cats closed and didn't bother trying to DJ here, there and everywhere, and I reckon that's why he is so under-rated. He moved on to contemporary music and became an absolute icon as a jazz funk DJ.

As we approach the first anniversary of Phil Morgan's death it seems a fitting time to celebrate his life in music. There is a (recorded) one hour internet radio show on www.ReachOnAir.com at 7pm (UK time) on Thursday December 17 (>https://www.reachonair.com/<

.........makes great reading lads T'would be interesting to 'list' some of the stuff Messrs Warr etc unearthed from the 'Cats' .........some of the stuff that 'transfered' up to the Torch at the time from there was amazing--if memory serves --Bob Relf was one and Richard Temple?

Nice list there Des pm'd ya mate Jez

some of his earlier work before the Faces-- was real Bluesy stuff. Check out this Python Lee Jackson clip. Good ole 'Rod the Mod'

mmmmmmmmmmm . Never seen one of these. Am I right in presuming its a white promo? Seen loads of the issue over the years--but never a promo. wonder how many were 'bandied' about at the time???. Quite a hefty price................... https://cgi.ebay.com/...=item3c9f1048c8

....bloody small world innit . Yeah Fido passed away late '70's/early '80's. Cracking lad....and as you say loads of laughs with him

Great photos, Brigid and Sue here's a couple I've found lurking around Top one is me and Fido (Brian Faulkner) on our way to the Mecca ( 72 I think). Taken at motorway services. Looks like we were ready for it Funny wasn't it --in them days--you always had to jump into one of those photo booths ......Bottom one is me and Phil Whitehurst and if you look carefully there is a hidden 3rd face who we hijacked his photo It was I think possibly Bibbsy from Macclesfield or Sneaksy . Think this is 73 though--on a trip to Va Va's

An absolute gent----who will be sadly missed. Thoughts with his family and friends at this time https://www.bbc.co.uk/stoke/content/articles/2009/11/27/johnobrien_feature.shtml

---just about right for a morning brew, Dave Anyway enough,Brigid will b***ock us for hijacking her thread. ------some cracking photos Brigid

Hey up Steve Sounds a killer mate ...Will tell you my story about the malaria tablets and Clarkie went we meet in Tunstall sometime

Is it --he looks smaller sitting down Clarkie used to tower over me--mind you I am a short arse

hey up mate hows it going? remember that well. I ,like a lot of folks, were not aware at the time--about its withdrawal from the market. Very strange though--at that time from the Torch, I bought a green and white one and there were 2 other demos I noticed on the same night!!!!!! Think I paid £15 at the time--but left in the morning thinking---Is it really all that rare cos I've just seen 3 demos in one night

well hopefully he wont decide to mount them on a specially designed plinth at home and sit and admire them--It would be nice if he shares them with the wider soul family and brings them out with him .......... right how much is that barrow again