Steve Foran

Rob Marriott had it around 1980. He put it on tape for me. Felt there was a Levine connection here from memory.

Christ how do you start. Ila Vann Cant help loving that man. ( My first visit to WC around June 74) Later it has to be Cecil Washington. Sams Ernie Bush Breakaway. Peterborough Wirrina Bits n Pieces and Lou Pride St Ives Little Joe Cook Yate cant really recall a stand out track Rotherham William Powell 100 Club Danny Woods and Appointments Locally Bedford Dena Barnes, Yvonne Baker and early stuff like Right Track and Out on the floor St Neots Apple Peaches Pumkin Pie , Bobby Hebb and Tell me it is just a rumour. Stockport various but Norman Johnson, Pyramid, Just Walk in my shoes ( ext version) AND most of the really rare UK releases Chapter 5, Kiki Dee, Darrell Banks, Tony Middleton. Phew I need a sit down now.

With Julian B on this.

Frankie Karl was in the stage show Hair in the late 60,s ( I think). There is a piccie of him in that. Google may confirm. Nice photo that!

Many great memories. Got backstage with them around 1981/2. They were superb and humble. Signed my cover of I,ll Turn to stone. Gave it to Alan Pollard bless him many moons ago. Shake me wake me. Is for me the BEST motown tune. As the tears streamed down my face. Raw emotion. Dripping in soul. Finally I also breed German Shepherd Dogs as well. My kennel is called Mirrwood and ALL my dogs have soul names. Sadly my old male Stubbs had to be put down two weeks ago. Strange that this lovely piece should appear today.

Funny thing is I have a colostomy bag. I was gonna ask for it to be decorated with Arsenal badges being a Spurs fan. Ha ha!

Think Paul Kidd has a Hayes Cotton for sale.

I gave it 4/5. I think if you want wear those clothes thats fine. This scene has always been a remarkable scene for friendlyness and your own expression. Think about the various takes on dancing for example. Thought both Elaine and Paul came across well. Good to see Dickie and Dave Withers. Good stuff. Gonna get the new book now.

Yes must agree. Good programme. Nice to see RS and Dave Withers as well. Well done!

Barry is that Dave Portway with you?

First heard it when Rob Marriott did me a great tape of unknown things ( to me). I reckon it was 1980, as Rob used to come to mine before WC.

Teddy Levi Aretha Patti Labelle

Seen on another site that there will be a WC History/Feature BBC2 18th Sept. Sorry cant tell more thats all I know.

Anyone hear the story about Martyn and Fontella Bass? Needs telling!

You know you can count on me Paul. Good tribute!

Didnt Linda Ronstadt do it?

Pete you deserve that IMO. Regards Steve

Thanks Grant. Seemed to be what was wanted.

Whats the date of the next night please?

Morning all I was asked to guest at The Moor Suite on Friday. Run by two great guys Les Hare and Mark Tobin. This was the second regular night and I was pleased to be asked. I must say that some of the dancers were the best I have seen around in a while. Good to watch. I was on from 11pm to midnight here is my attempt. Marie Knight Thats no way to treat a girl. Columbia ( Can) Freddie Chavez They ll never know why Look Nolan Chance Just like the weather Constellation High Keys Livin a lie Verve Rita and the Tiaras Gone with the wind Dore Mr Soul What happened to yesterday Genuine Lenny Curtis Nothing can help you now Hit ( Span) Benny Troy I,m gonna love you tomorrow De-lite Betty Swann Kiss my love goodbye Atlantic Will Collins Anything I can do Bareback Bobby Thurston Just ask me Mainline ( LP) Drizzabone Pressure 4th Broadway Nolan Porter If only I could be sure Probe (F) Jay Traynor Up and over ABC Frankie Karl You should o held on Philtown Mel Britt She,ll come running back FIP Yvonne Baker You did,nt say a word C Parkway Silhouettes Not me baby Goodway Kenny Gamble The jokes on you Artic Yum Yums Gonna be a big thing ABC Terry Callier Take a look at me now Cadet. Thats them in roughly the right order. Hope they were enjoyed.

I recognise that. I started coming to Stockport in 76. We tried to get in but they barred me because I had bags on! So I took then off in the street which upset the idiots on the door as they thought I was taking the piss! I think it was an odinary night club then.

Wow I did not know that!!

I recall a guy selling a large box of records there one night. The odd thing being everything was on Detroit labels, most of the Palmer stuff including Al Williams, Solid Hit, GW etc etc. Amazing to see them all together in one place.

A mate of mine snagged the Casino sign by hiring a steeplejack when it was being demolished.

Very funny. John has posted it on FB as well. Good stuff.