Ian Dewhirst

You're welcome Jim. Thanks! Ian D

Yep. Ian D

Well that's one he'll of a review from someone who knows his stuff. He got it bang on and truly understood the film. Nice one Mark! Ian D

Well, I have a flawless WAV Steve, so I'm OK on that score. But can I take it from the above that you've had this track for a while? I'd be curious as to the source. I mean,this instrumental never came up when Goldmine had access to the Don Davis masters and there's no history on this instrumental even existing prior to now. So where did you get it from out of curiosity? I'm interested 'cos none of the serious Detroit collectors that I know had ever heard of it's existance. This is the original instrumental backing minus Darrell Banks. Are you sure yours is the same one...? Ian D

Copy that. A major achievement by any measure. She has my unconditional support forever after this. Thank F**K we were lucky enough to have a serious talent like Elaine to corral this project to conclusion. This film is an incredible achievement and I'm seriously humbled to be involved. The fact that the soundtrack album has hit the UK National Top 10 Compilation Chart TWICE in the last 4 weeks without any TV marketing confirms the national appeal of this music. The Salvadors in the UK National Top 10 TWICE in 2014? Nah. You couldn't make it up....... Ian D

Well the fact that the current repertoire owners sent a previously unheard instrumental of such a legendary classic indicates that they must have the original master tapes. I'll drop 'em a line tomorrow and see what other surprises they could be holding and I'll bet a pound to a penny they have an instrumental of "Our Love Is In The Pocket". Any other Revilot contenders I can pitch at 'em? There is a You Tube clip of the Lebaron Strings "Hit And Run" but it doesn't seen to want to play...... Ian D

Blimey, you're right. I just did a search and nothing came up. I've just discovered the never-before-heard instrumental of "Open The Door To Your Heart" goddammit! Not bad for a rainy Wednesday evening ay? Ian D

Talk about coincidences. I've been going through masters all-day for a forthcoming huge box set. The collection kicks off with Darrell Banks "Open The Door To Your Heart" and I got sent the master and blow me if it's not the instrumental! I've never heard this before but I presume it's popped up sometime....? Ian D

If only. BBC wages unfortunately which are pegged at 'medium market level' except for the rarified few at the top. Just like everyone else then.... Ian D

The soundtrack album has flown back into the UK Top 10 on the midweeks today! No.8 with a bullet. Not many albums do that. Two Top 10's in 4 weeks! Yippee! Ian D

Mmm. I should really take my 19 year old daughter. Right now she's a Deep House diva but the film puts her dancing to shame..... Ian D

The soundtrack is back in the UK National Top 10 again on the midweeks this morning! No.8 with a bullet and now available via Asda, Tescos and Morrisons.... Ian D

You'll love it Spot. Remember the days when we were all athletic and slim? Ian D

It is unique. It's been a real grassroots campaign and I'm delighted that the buzz has now carried it to so many screens. A gigantic effort by everyone involved and a real boost to Elaine over the last few weeks! Ian D

Not pissed Swifty. An INCREDIBLE quantity haul of PIR white promos was sourced in Holland a few years back. My pal Reggae John got 'em. PIR white promos are irresistible in my view....... Ian D

A little bit of leeway in attracting new blood to a 50 year old scene is not such a bad thing in my view. We were all newbies at one point were we not? This scene has always been good at sorting the wood from the chaff. If they get past the series of hurdles like we all did, then great. This film seems to appeal to young audiences especially, which I suspect is what Elaine wanted. Go see it Toad. It's hard not to warm to this film mate. It perfectly captures what got us all into it in the first place in my opinion. And I'm impossible to please. Ian D

Thought as much. Cheers Steve. That's a confusing number system for Chess isn't it? Ian D

I'm buried in label copy today and had cause to check the Chess listings and suddenly bumped into this on an official Chess discography:- 2016 The Matta Baby Do The Pearl, Girl - Part 1 Do The Pearl, Girl - Part 2 1967 I've never seen this record on Chess. I presume the listing is wrong but it makes me wonder how it got there and what Chess 2016 actually is, assuming it's not Matta Baby. Anyone know? Ian D

Different book Steve. These are stills from the film especially selected by Elaine. It's just beautiful photography. Ian D

A happy accident Agent Smith... Ian D:)

I gotta hand it to you Steve. What a bang-up job you're doing mate. Things are beginning to go gangbusters now. There is a serious vibe happening now. Incredible support from HMV, Asda, Tesco and Morrison's plus incredible coverage from ITV - check this:- https://www.itv.com/news/granada/story/2014-10-03/northern-soul-film-premiere/ Phew. Everybody's finally waking up. The way the screens have built in the last week has been nothing short of incredible. Great great work Steve. Ian D

Yeah, I've been hearing about this from a few people. Typically I haven't had time to even go in an HMV so, yes, I too wish you'd taken some pics! Ian D

I can only concur with the above. I did two sets, one in Reds and one in the Skyline Pavillion and I came off several pounds lighter with two drenched shirts and I was only putting records on! I can't imagine how hot in must have been on stage what with the lights and all....... Ian D

I just heard that Sharpees track! What a monster of a record! Can't believe a song that good has been buried that long. If they keep digging out stuff as good as this and that Valdons record then more power to 'em... Ian D

He was a cynic like yourself. And no need to be nasty about someone you probably don't even know. Who exactly are you and what have you done lately? Ian D