Len

Yes it was.....Mod Scene first though All the best, Len

......As was this - Len 'Frank Foster - Harlem Rumble'

Yes, very big on the Mod Scene mid 80's, ain't heard it in ages so enjoyed playing that clip. Len

This! - Nuf said. All the best, Len (Scott Bros Orch - They All Came Back)

Actually, apart from what it sounds like (I.M.H.O) as far as the exclusivity / rarity goes, you do have a point! So to 're-cap' - If I wanted to explain to someone what epitomises the Soul Scene, I would ‘show’ them this record (If I had it of course!) But I would ‘play’ them Edie Parker — I’m Gone’ - Confused? You will be! All the best, Len

I can’t believe where this thread is going, but hey it beats where they usually go (You know the one) Yes, the banks lent us all that money when they shouldn’t have done - But we borrowed it! Chr*t I remember vividly, writing out an application for a 'Self Cert' mortgage and being ‘told’ to say I earn £89,000.00 per year…..I was fifteen years old! …..ok, the last bit was a little exaggerated, but you know what I mean - We’re all guilty to a point for the mess we’re in and now we have to stop moaning, going on strike etc, and get on with it (In my humble opinion of course) ……Right - Back on topic please! All the best, Len

No I wouldn't, only because it doesn't do it for me, also it doesn't "epitomise the scene in every way" for me at all......But, if I had the money, yes I would pay 'what it takes' to get certain records - Heck, most of us stretch ourselves way too far, because in our heads, money doesn't count when it comes to records - Guilty as charged! In fact we’re probably worse, because I bet that this particular buyer could easily afford the £8,500.00 for this record, whereas every so often I spend what I regard as a lot of money on a record, when deep down I really know I shouldn’t! All the best, Len

R.I.P Terry Callier, we will be forever dancing to your great work. Love from, Len 'n' Nina x

Well done to all involved in one of the most important events of the scene. "ËœLife' has got in the way for most of us now - I have my 4 year old daughter's birthday party on Saturday, "ËœTime marches on'....... Look back and be proud of The Wilton All-nighters. All the best, Len.

Missed this one - God the dr*gs really were better back then! Len.

Ok, maybe 'detail' isn't 'quite' the correct word - 'Effort' is more suited I think, the point being that Elaine won't just throw this together. As explained above, she will spend time and 'effort' on the project whilst getting as much 'detail' right as possible. Obviously if all the details are 'bob on' but the story's rubbish and the actors arn't up to much then it won't work. So let's hope - The detail is pretty near, the story line is interesting and the acting is good enough to portray the attitudes of the day - Then we will have a great film! Len.

I don't know what you mean! Len. P.s - 'Conjugated' - Nice word!

Thanks for not saying I needed the lessons! lol Len

I tell you what Jocko, that p*sses me off as well - Yes of course going back to the 'underground' thing, it's not 'cool' to go for lessons as dance is an expression and in our scene it really doesn't matter what you look like as long as you are feeling and enjoying the music. But - I don't mind admitting that I went to dance lessons for the 'Moloko Familiar Feeling' Video as Elaine specifically asked me to do so, simply to learn how to dance the way they did back in the 70's (Stomping) Obviously it felt a bit odd, there I was standing in line at a dance studio in London with Keb Darge at the front giving us all instructions (Like a Sargent Major!) - It was very surreal I assure you! But this wasn't to learn to dance so I could go out and do it, it was to dance the way Elaine wanted us to for the video - I would call that attention to detail. When it came to filming we were dancing our *rses off for a solid 12 hours (c/w make up on!) So just for a 3 minute video we had two days training and a really long days filming so Chr*st only knows how much time and effort will have to go into this film. As I said, it was a very surreal experience - On the first day at the dance studio I sat round with all these young 'actor / model' type people and we had a 'getting to know you' chat before we started. We all had to say what we did so it went round the room - "What do you do?" - "Model" (next one) "Model" (next one) "Model" (Next one) "Model" (Next one) "Welder!" - Doh! I thanked Elaine after for giving me an insight into what was involved in her work and I can tell you, the film industry is absolutely exhausting and a few shouts of support from our camp wouldn't go amiss Len. P.s - I did offer to return the honour and invited Elaine to my workshop to experience some welding but she declined! P.p.s - Mike Gibbs is the best shuffler you will ever see albeit a very rare sight!

He was great in '24 Hour Party People' - Great choice I recon Len.

'Pssst' Win, I (along with a hand full of other 'nighter goers') was actually in the 'Teaser' - Only as 'Bubble Wrap' mind and I'm pretty sure you won't even be able to spot us in the background but I'm gonna bore my kids with it forever! It was really interesting seeing how it was all done and honestly when I first walked in and saw all the actors dressed up it really was like stepping back in time (Packets of fags on the tables etc.) That actually shocked me, so that's a truly positive thing at least Len.

I'm '41 and a half' I'll have you know! Len.

I did suggest to Marco (Elaine's Husband) to make it as a carry on film - 'Carry on Northern' ....I don't think he passed my advice on though Or maybe they could do 'Northern Soul' - The action movie starring Steven Seagal and Chuck Norris (With his lethal Round House Kick!)..... ....Ok Elaine, I know - You'll call me! Len.

"I asked her "Where do you think they got the jet from then ? The 'Spare Jet For Windy Weather Cupboard' ?" Honestly !" Classic! Nice one Dave. All the best, Len.

No matter how good something or someone is, once they put themselves 'out there' they always get criticised. There is no reason why this film can be criticised before it is actually made. The people that are doing it are immediately presuming that it won't be done correctly and that it is simply a money making thing. Maybe they're not familiar with who's involved in the making so have jumped to these conclusions, if that's the case then in their defence they may well have been correct but it's not the case so all everyone is asking them to do is at least wait and see I fully understand 'Spots' comments and there's nothing wrong with having concerns, I actually share those concerns as I think it will be extremely hard to captivate this subject correctly. I certainly wouldn't want to do the job but I do feel Elaine is probably the best person to give it a go and that deserves our support. All the best, Len.

I think this film will at least be the best representation we have had so far, by far - In fact I would bet money on it as it has so many people involved that were / are actually on the scene. As far as commercial value is concerned, I'm not sure as I don't know the story line. Having people like Steve Cogan in the cast will obviously help but I think the story line will be extremely important if it is to be a success as this needs to connect with people that have never heard of the Northern Soul Scene. Every time I hear about this film I think of 'Train Spotting' and that did very well didn't it? Again, good luck Elaine All the best, Len.

I think some people are worried that it may be done so very wrong. I know Elaine and I'm pretty confident that it will be as accurate as can be; she's not stupid and does understand the Scene - That's obviously a good start! Apart from that I know she is getting advise off the right people that were there 'living it' so come on, give the girl a break and let's be positive and hope that a) It's done correctly (Which I think it will be) and b) That it is a success for her. As Butch said in the investor's brochure, this needs to be documented properly and I think he is helping with some advice about the film. I love to be negative sometimes and maybe it's me just being facetious (Never grown up me!) but in this case I'm gonna wait and see - That isn't just because I know Elaine (Did I mention that? - God I'm shallow! Lol) All the best, Len. P.s - I do understand that making a film about Northern Soul isn't 'Northern Soul' in itself (Underground) but hey, aren't we all too old to be cool now? - Even me! Lol - Good luck Elaine

That would have been the 'teaser' I would imagine Pete. Film makers do these to temp people to fund their film, it basically sells it to the investers. All the best, Len.

Gotta house full it seems again and lots of folk asking me about reserving tickets etc already! The Pembo is a huge place so can't see any problem not getting in, if it is I'm sure we can open the other room upstairs aye guys?! This is gonna be a great night to remember. All the best, Len.

What a night, ain't enjoyed myself that much in a long time - By the people for the people. Loads of records I've never heard, but done in such a way that everyone just kept on going! Best keep it short as I've just got a knife and fork out to eat some Wheatabix so probably won't make much sense - Sign of a good night I recon! Well done to all involved. Over 'n' out. Len. "I am playing the right records, but not necessarily in the right order"