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  1. TheBigO posted a post in a topic in All About the SOUL
  2. TheBigO posted a post in a topic in All About the SOUL
    The art of the handclap is sadly declining and there are only a few of us left that carry it on. Sadly Panch from Bedford loves to clap out of time, as Winston will testify, to put everyone off so a slap around the head if he does it when you are in the venue! I encourage clapping at every venue I attend, and at the Plinston it's a joy to behold a full house clapping like thunder to records. By the way Kolla if you cant get the beat right in Tobi Legends anthem then there is no hope for you babe
  3. Have seen the book and having flicked through it quickly have made 2 observations: 1) Pricing seems OK 2) It is not the most complete listing of Rare Soul as there are some notable 45's left out. That is all
  4. It is a French EP only and also thought to be Millie at one stage but I think no-one really knows.
  5. Hang on! That's Fingers from the Plinston isn't it???? (Damm! Where's he pic of J.Caswell?!?)
  6. Given out in soul packs Mick from the Kings Lynn one if memory serves right - wish i didn't sell mine with the collection in the 90's now
  7. Cover-up's a part of the scene (and many others like the Hip-Hop scene) and to my mind should remain. They are a good laff, frustrating and so on and I understand the point re: unissued acetates being covered up as being a bit pointless if there is only the one copy. However, it is also as a means to prolong the life of that 45 by making it harder to locate copies and therefore keeping it 'fresh' for longer. Lokk at other records in the past that were covered up and then when quantity were discovered etc became played out. Besides I can still remember some of the amusing titles and labels that keb amongst others gave them Made me giggle! That's all as I have to get back to 'Sponge Bob Squarepants' with my kids, sorry if it all reads a bit rushed...and just for you Mike
  8. Could be my Ex wife
  9. TheBigO posted a post in a topic in All About the SOUL
    :diablo: What do you expect from an aging Punk
  10. TheBigO posted a post in a topic in All About the SOUL
    Ta very much to all for the help. looks like I will have to place them on evail bay and see what they get.
  11. TheBigO posted a post in a topic in All About the SOUL
    :diablo: Too bloody right Ady! You've still not released it yet and this despite my grovelling and pleading :angry: I bet you Tim would have released it- nah nah nah nah nah!!!
  12. TheBigO posted a post in a topic in All About the SOUL
    Not down our neck of the woods Mr Kevin The R&B still gets the feet a moving but not with the masses, it's back to the hardcore and the enlightend methinks Now, Sponge Bob Square Pants is on so I'm off.......OOOOOOOOOOH! Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?...
  13. TheBigO posted a post in a topic in All About the SOUL
    Know the funk brothers wanted the Roosevelt 45 a while back Interesting on the JW, may well put it up for auction now Allan Sisters is a legit test pressing, had it for donkey years, got for around £200. Value now? Cheers Chalky for the info to date
  14. TheBigO posted a post in a topic in All About the SOUL
    Can anyone give me idea on current values for the following: Roosevelt Matthews - You got me digging you (King issue) * edge warp but plays fine John Wesley - Loves a funny thing Allan sisters - Downtown Crowd (White Test pressing) ta
  15. TheBigO posted a post in a topic in All About the SOUL
    Just wanted to add here that IMHO Mr Anderson and Co's Grapevine2000 set-up must rank as one of the strongest UK soul labels ever. Just take a look at the releases to date, all of which I have, not a duff track amongst them and interspread with lesser known, to me anyway, gems. So, a huge pat on the back from me and a huge cow pat in the face for the moaners
  16. Probably will be Taff, you know Lenny, he's a follower not a leader Besides he's going to need a few good tunes to spin when he guests at the Plinston next year As for your badge, does that mean your a big pri**...I'll stop now (only kidding Len, you know I rate you)
  17. Spun at the Plinston over the past 2 years, great version even when ears are bleeding :-))) I have a spare copy I think buried upstairs if anyone wants one.
  18. Spun at the Plinston over the past 2 years, great version even when ears are bleeding :-))) I have a spare copy I think buried upstairs if anyone wants one.
  19. Every now and then you come acros a song that defines your life, that perfectly sums up a moment in time or the way you live...this link is one such moment. Pure genius!!!! If youve ever brought from Ebay then you simply must click on the link below and then press the PLAY button, have your volume up!!!! TheBigO http://www.erikasfriends.com/for_net/lj/song_for_you.htm
  20. All Ebayers have to hear this! View full article
  21. Staying with this, seeing a picture of him and finding out he was a white bald headed tattoo rock singer!!!!
  22. Plinston Nov 5th Event Overview View full article
  23. Still recovering from another blinding night at North Herts Number 1 Rare Soul venue and what a night it was! Considering that we were expecting only around 100 in, due to it being Bonfire night and the Hembsy Rally being on, we were more than pleased to welcome 260 through the doors. All of whom were up for dancing from the start.The night was, in the opinion of many that I spoke to on the night and who have phoned and emailed me since, one of the best yet (so if you werent there you missed a belting one!) The atmosphere was electric, the people great and the music outstanding with the across-the-board policy working well to get even the most sore feet grooving.Guests Sean Chapman and Dave Halsall did fantastic sets in The Ghetto! and Sean also in the Main Hall where a sea of dancers greeted his every selection. It says something for Sean when he managed to keep the loyal Ghetto Crew upstair with him whilst Soul Sam was ripping up the dance floor in the Main Hall. (I am sure Sean will post his own comments on the night here when he gets back from Italy!) Mr Halsall surprised many with an excellent selection of the great and the good in Modern Soul and has earned a deserved return trip to what many consider one of the best modern rooms in the South.Needless to say Taffy, Nathan and Soul Sam delivered their usual quality sets which saw, as always, The Ghetto! grooving as only they can. DArcy in particular was a very happy and VERY sweaty man by the close :-)In the Main Hall the atmosphere was buzzing and again an across the board policy of oldies, newies etc went down well with the Soulful and the dancefloor groaned under the weight of slipping and sliding leather soled feet. Fingers and Hammie were greeted with the usual warm embrace by the Plinston regulars, Soul Sam (making another venture into the main room from The Ghetto!) played one of the best sets he has done, according to many, and as stated Sean Chapman really brought the house down, even despite his dubious dancing and obviously doddgy T-shirt choice!!!!! I finished the last hour with a mix of classic oldies, quality 70s and a few sixties newies and ending the night with Im On My Way to a handclapping acomplment from those still with enough energy to so so. The Mojo Room saw busy action all night and I last got a chance to spin my R&B selection in there to an apprecitive crowd. At this rate we may even convert Soul Sam...or maybe not :-)))))In short, a great night and roll on January 14th with Ginger, Mischief and Dave Flemming guesting...be there or miss out on one of the Souths best nights! TheBigO * So many fun things to report but will just note a few here: Soul Sam in a red stetson hat at the end in The Ghetto! spinning The Whole Damm Worlds Going Crazy and dedicating it to the Us election; Sean Chapman mincing, that is the only word we can use, all night to the Toons, Taffy standing with a handbag outside the Ladies trying to look OK with it; the girls outside having a cigarette and trying not to look like naughty schoolkids; Tim Brown getting really p***ed off at the number of people telling him that the rare Constelations track he reviewed was an old Plinston spin; myself and Sean being caught in some very dubious poses (see photos elsewhere)...the list is endless so feel free to add
  24. TheBigO posted a post in a topic in All About the SOUL
    I was sad to hear of the news of Dave's death. I met him at randy's funeral and chatted to him there and in subsequent emails leading up the Southgate memorial event in Randy's memory and found him a warm and gentle man whose outlook on, not only the scene but also life in general, mirrored many of my own beliefs. A fitting gesture Mike having the site closed down in respect on the day of his funeral, there are few people IMHO that would have done the same. I don't think anyone can really document his contribution to the progression and acceptance of BlackAmerican music and culture in this country, so vast and profound has that been. To his family and friends I pass on my sincere condolenses on their loss, his influence and words will be missed. TheBigO

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