Len

.......I don't know what you mean Barry.........Mmmmmm, or is that your real name? Right, I best spend some time with the family - Have a good weekend folkz. All the best, Len

Arrr, I think you mean it went a bit 'bristly', or at least had the risk of going that way (fair point, if it came across to you like that, but I was ok with it) Ref your 'were's - They were correct actually mate - I also don't have a degree in English and even if I did, I would never pick up on something so personal as people’s grammar, that would be ignorant. Some people may not be that articulate, but as long as they manage to get their point across, it doesn't matter a dot. I highlighted them as a 'past tense' to make my point that's all. As you can probably tell, I really enjoy writing, and I actually find it easier to express myself though it better than in conversation. One thing good about this internet business, is that we get to chat to people that more than likely we would never have met, and (in most cases) get to know them that little bit better.....Or at least get 'an impression' of who we are talking to......One can be disappointed or surprised when you meet someone you've chatted to on line for years though! ......Now look what you've made me do - Completely 'off topic' All the best, Len

I simply don't 'Double Deck'......unless the said 'partner' is willing to stay at my house for at least two weeks, working on the set with me 'of an evening' .....'Too many cooks' an' all that (for me anyway) All the best, Len

Hi Nev, This reads a bit contradictorily (to me) You say “choices put forward were / are pioneers ,who have shaped the scene …..People who were there when a lot of records were discovered in abundance…” ….There’s three ‘were’s’ in there — nothing wrong with that, but surely we are talking about D.J’s “in the past” which were “the good old days” I genuinely don’t see anything wrong with the thread, yes, it may go ‘off on a tangent’ slightly (as they all do) but that’s all. I did say in an earlier post "Can we change this thread to 'D.J's I Would Love To See 'more' Behind The Decks rather than 'Back' Behind The Decks" for that exact reason. I think the thread is actually staying 'on track', but (like me) you would like to see other more 'up to date' suggestions of D.J's. All the best, Len

A bookings a booking Terry! ....... Laters, Len

I'd rather D.J's go into 'their own little worlds of music', rather than 'someone else's world of music' - D.J's who have their own identity are so much more interesting and enjoyable (to me anyway) ......Actually, that's not really what you were getting at were you? You meant, they would forget they were there to entertain. Still, I mean what I say in 'as long as they still entertain' kinda way .....God, I'm cr*p at staying 'on topic' of late - I do apologise! All the best, Len .....F*ck me, or am I 'on topic'?........I've confused myself now!

Don't worry Terry, I'll bring a pillow for ya - I'm pleased with one of my sets if people stay in the room! Len

No, but it works on Grass! .......a Cleethorpes Sunday Night 'After Party'.....a very, very long time ago All the best, Len

See you at 'Snooks' Saturday mate - John's gonna ring ya All the best, Len

Good man, I think what people are getting at (the ones that you say ‘sound like they are ashamed of admitting it’) is when they see people who dress ‘the part’ (etc etc) but never did it in the first place, trying to fool others they did. Reason being, is that it makes a mockery of the whole thing. Those people ain’t got ‘The Aura’ that’s for sure, and for the people that have - It ‘pains’ them. The Northern Soul Scene is renowned for exposing frauds; unfortunately it’s now ‘awash’ with them, so I guess this is why people strongly speak out when they can. I can see how it can be perceived as people denying their past, but I don’t think it is that. ….In saying this, life's too short (and getting shorter) and I’m finding it best not to get too 'het up' over these things anymore. Like you said it was a “youth culture”, and this is where this ‘talk’ comes from, it’s most definitely not something for middle aged people to fall out over. All the best, Len

......Oooooo, am I dreaming?!!! Don't worry Barry - You ain't seen me D.J mate All the best, Len

....and you shouldn't be mate! I don't think anyone is ashamed of how they used to be......Although what I'm talking about is before my time, I fully understand that back then no one knew what you were into except 'the others'. Walking down the street 'Soul Strangers' would recognise that 'Northern Soul Aura' in each other (Think of the old Porridge advert, and that warm glow around the person after they've had their breakfast).......I know what I mean. ....But know one else knew anything about it......How cool is that? All the best, Len

Jeese! I just cracked up - I read your post so fast, that it read 'Clogs' instead of 'Clocks'! ...... 'Northern Soul Clogs' can you imagine?........Sadly.....yes......... I know what you mean. All the best, Len

.....and to 'round up' .......It 'used' to be a 'cool thing'...even I'm not 'cool' anymore ......It's an enjoyable past time for middle aged people - Nowt wrong in that......I don't think..... All the best, Len

....Chr*st I really should read your whole post before replying..... ....I f*ckin' hate youngsters! Len (again)

Sorry Barry....I thought we were Len

Chr*st why ever not?....have you ever met a 'normal' soul person? - I ain't for sure! ........meant in the nicest possible way of course All the best, Len "What's normal aye?"

.....Not forgetting 'Prog Northern'.....I'm still waiting for that Concept Album All the best, Len

Yes it's great when there is a nice 'camaraderie' between the D.J's - It really does make for a good night There's nothing wrong in working out a set beforehand (I always spend a lot of time working on a set prior to an event) admittedly, usually changing it somewhat to suit any given night, but it gives me a 'foundation' to work on - It works for me anyway. .......and it gives Brian Goucher and 'the like' a tremendous laugh,when they ask me how many records I took out of my set after I've finished my spot, having taken bets on it knowing the hours I've put myself through at home! ....Hey, that's me. All the best, Len

I say....."Sh*t Motown that never made it, you wouldn't like it" Len

Beat me to it! - Being a welder I've repaired lots of Skips in my time Sorry guyz - Good luck with the repair The only time I repaired a skip (let's say jump) I simply put pressure on the needle (by pushing on the cartridge) while it went through that bit, and it worked - Maybe more luck than judgement though, I don't know. All the best, Len ......and that's exactly what the last post said - Doh! .....I'll go and have a read

Likewise mate, likewise. The D.J line ups also frustrate me sometimes - What's the point in putting 'another' event on if the D.J line up is the same as is already being done? Even if the said D.J's are good, it makes it more interesting if they are not 'over used' and more 'Under The Radar' D.J's are used, at least along side them - It's kind of done me a favour actually, because I'm now focussing more and more on family life (as I should be I know) but when the Soul Scene was great, I couldn't focus on anything but - So thank you (whoever you are) All the best, Len

......Well for Johns records I'd say that was a very good deal......and if the guitar had strings, well I'd say John was very lucky! Just kidding John! ....'D.J Banter' Ho Ho Ho. All the best, Len

Doh! .....to late.....But ya luv him the more for it Seriously though, I've done some great trades with Gary............I've always wanted a Penny Farthing Bicycle, and he said those Magic Beans will work, I just have to wait that's all........ Top fella All the best, Len

Yep Val is fantastic ('The Den' again) Everyone else is mentioning venues because it's relevant to the discussion, so I hope I'm not over stepping the mark here Mike. Russ - Can you change this thread into 'Who we would like to see 'more' behind the decks' rather than 'back' behind the decks?.........and 'as if by Magic', the whole Soul Scene was transformed........or not...... All the best, Den......Sorry, I mean Len .......(of the Den)