Amsterdam Russ

Yes, US. You thinking it sounds a bit British at times? I do. 'Blue-eyed' was also my first thought, but as the vocals progress, the singer seems more Hispanic. Difficult to tell definitively.

An Associated Recording Studios acetate. The only info on the label is "I'll cry if I want to" Fling Music. https://soundcloud.com/harveysoulfinger/ill-cry-if-i-want-to-sample Who is it?

The seller had this up for grabs just recently, withdrew it from sale and then put it up at the price you see now.

Some usb turntables - I have a Numark TT - come with a lead and socket that allows you to connect a tape deck to it and record to your computer (using Audacity or whatever audio software you prefer). Simple...

And Quadrophenia was hardly a stickler for period accuracy

It's not a history lesson, it's entertainment.

Nice article about Ron Diggins and the early days of the mobile DJ. Great pics, too... https://www.djhistory.com/features/dig-this-ron-diggins-and-the-first-mobile-djs

A couple of weeks back I decided to join the Mixcloud generation. Here's my first offering, a half hour mix of soul, gospel & R&B 45s favourites. https://www.mixcloud.com/HarveySoulFinger/rb-northern-soul-gospel-45s-1950s-60s/ If you take the time to listen, I hope you enjoy it.

I listened the other day - enjoyed it.

I'm sure there are aficionados of all aspects of 1960s life and culture, and those who obsess about police procedures, moaning away in other, specialist forums, just as people are here. Watching the episode "Gently Evil" last night, my partner Bev, a professional costumier with a detailed knowledge of the history of fashion and clothing, pointed out that in one scene a woman was wearing a moulded-cup bra. Such things, she tells me, were not available until the mid-90s. Did it spoil our enjoyment? No, not one little bit...

It just goes to show how little you and promoters know about the law as it applies to photography. And as any lawyer will tell you, ignorance is no defence in the eyes of the law. This is not my 'twaddle' but the law's 'twaddle'. The point here is that ultimately, people 'could' complain about having their photo taken at a venue by a photographer. Obviously, it's rare that anyone does. Courtesy is the watchword here - people have a right to be advised if a photographer (as opposed to someone taking snapshots) is in the house. Simple. Don't like it? Don't take it out on me. Write to your MP and seek the appropriate changes in the law.

But the point is that inside a club is not a public area. Clubs are private facilities owned by individuals or organisations. As I stated earlier, at the very least, photographers need the permission of venue management before snapping away. Alternatively, management should advise patrons that a photographer is in the house. People are entitled to their privacy. What we have here is a situation where people should be able to opt-in to having their photos taken, not opt-out. The photographer should get permission from people first - people should not be put into a situation where they have to ask to not be photographed. There is a big distinction between people taking snapshots to show friends and a photographer who is taking a professional approach to their work and displaying images of people in a professional context.

Simon, still hoping you might be able to shed some light on how come you remember that post from 2008. Were you the original seller referred to back then??

The only thing I know is that I can make out one and a half names on the disc. No idea if these people are directly connected to the music or not. If you can shed any sort of light on the track - who/where/when/what label or studio - it would be greatly appreciated...

In other words, you haven't got a clue.

Beware, DPD! My partner Bev sends packages and parcels of all shapes and sizes to clients across the world. She used DPD as an alternative carrier to the other big names and found their customer service dreadful. In one instance, the price she was quoted for a delivery turned out to be completely wrong (they invoice for a considerably larger amount). Bev contested the invoice and rather than discuss or negotiate, DPD threatened legal action, issued court paper work and slapped on a load extra in charges. Their customer service was arrogant, hostile, threatening and dismissive. This wasn't an overdue invoice, by the way, it was just a standard invoicing dispute! Admittedly, this was in the Netherlands, and Bev's requirements are for a parcel delivery service rather than a postal substitute, but if the attitude of the customer services of DPD here is anything to go by, I'd be cautious when using them.

You've always had great taste, Pete! In lieu of identities being discovered, and in honour of the views shared here, I'm thinking about naming the singer "Miss Marmite".

Excellent - thanks for the practical input, those that actually had something to contribute. As for personal opinions, each to their own. Now, anyone have information about the origins of the song/acetate & the two names mentioned earlier?

Blimey, that's impressive. How did you happen to remember that??

I have Habanera in my music library - just been giving it a listen. Of course, no wonder it sounded so familiar! Excellent - well spotted the pair of you! Much like The Toys and their use of Bach's Minuet in G major... Artist & label?

Can you identify the track? I'm guessing called "Eyes of love" or "Looking in the eyes of love" and I'm told it comes from Detroit. There are two names on the label: Yvonne Stevens & Ralph (something - looks like it could be Woothy / Woolly / Woodly). The song sounds really familiar - was it recorded by someone else? https://soundcloud.com/harveysoulfinger/eyes-of-love-sample All help appreciated.

Released in 1967 according to Mr Rimmer's site: https://www.soulfulkindamusic.net/whiz.htm

The seller does describe the item as "super rare remastered" and "remastered label and pressing"...

Following on from Rick's excellent insights into the Surinam soul scene here in NL... Browsing through record shops here, you'll often find soul 45s with labels that have been scrawled on with heavy marker pen - usually on both sides. I was told by the owner of one record shop that competition among djs was very fierce. So fierce was the rivalry that thievery was rife and to prevent 45s from being misappropriated, djs took to writing their names on labels in big letters.

I did send an enquiring email and the friendly people there said sure, come along. Sorry to say I didn't follow it up though as coming all the way from Amsterdam would have been a bit too much. Would have loved to have participated - George Gently is great.