Steve S 60 Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 stumbled on this this shiney am 'exclusive' showing of the new trailer https://www.theguardian.com/film/video/2014/sep/10/northern-soul-trailer-video You're a minute behind Mike.
Mike Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 You're a minute behind Mike. nope am not just dropped your other post on a old thread as one thread be best for all film talk 1
Mike Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 Reviews for the soundtrack are starting to appear.... https://drownedinsound.com/releases/18405/reviews/4148206?ticker serious ? that link links to a website selling home made diy cds ffs how tacky is that ? not gonna help your soundtrack sales that
Guest in town Mikey Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 (edited) I noticed last night that some shitehawk has apparently put the film online for downloading/streaming though. It seems that nothing is sacred anymore. I just hope they get caught. A fella at work stopped me today and said he downloaded a film called Northern Soul last night. I told him the Soul Police will come and confiscate his vests and flares. But judging by the puzzled look he didn't get the joke. So it seems the pirates have had a go. I really hope Elaine doesnt suffer too much from this Edited September 10, 2014 by in town Mikey
Stevegods Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 Is there a link to where and when then film will be show in London .. anyone .. or is it best to keep looking on Facebook : ?
Steve S 60 Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 serious ? that link links to a website selling home made diy cds ffs how tacky is that ? not gonna help your soundtrack sales that Are you sure, looks like a fanzine to me, and all they're selling is mugs and T-shirts.
Mike Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 Are you sure, looks like a fanzine to me, and all they're selling is mugs and T-shirts. nah, you read me wrong follow the links in the review it links to a website that flogs diy boot cds shabby x 2
Mike Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 nope am not just dropped your other post on a old thread as one thread be best for all film talk laughing here as one drops another pops up ok then, try this ask use this thread for sound track talk and this one for current film talk if members follow the above and the people who are involved in the various projects avoid over promotion then it should in theory avoid us looking like a bad episode of the apprentice
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 if members follow the above and the people who are involved in the various projects avoid over promotion then it should in theory avoid us looking like a bad episode of the apprentice The Apprentice is one of the most popular shows on UK TV - even the bad ones, so I'll take a bad episode of the Apprentice anyday Mike! Ian D
Quinvy Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 I noticed last night that some shitehawk has apparently put the film online for downloading/streaming though. It seems that nothing is sacred anymore. I just hope they get caught. How the **** do they get hold of copy?
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 How the **** do they get hold of copy? I think it may be a false alarm. I don't think anyone has a copy. Apparently a lot of these guys put up films before they're available. If any detectives out there see anything that suggests that there may be an illegal download available please PM me and I'll unleash the wrath of the gods upon 'em! Ian
Speedlimit Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 film showing at Peterborough showcase cinema tickets £15 on 18 October only trouble is its same night as the ST IVES reunion
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 (edited) Well, since the Guardian's launch of the trailer for the film this morning, things have exploded off the scale for a so-called 'specialist' release. It looks like we're finally getting the kind of mainstream respect that we deserve:- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 36 in Music (See Top 100 in Music) #1 in Music > Pop > Pop R&B #1 in Music > R&B and Soul > Soul #2 in Music > Soundtracks & Musicals > Film Music Right now, we're in a pretty good place. Doesn't get much better in my experience. The public have finally made the correct choice! Ian D Edited September 10, 2014 by Ian Dewhirst
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 12, 2014 Posted September 12, 2014 Robert Elms is reviewing Northern Soul: The Soundtrack on BBC Radio London 94.9 today @ 2.30pm:- https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001d7kb Ian D
Seano Posted September 15, 2014 Posted September 15, 2014 Just got my copy of the double CD from Amazon in today's post. Straight to Mel Britt to get going and now listening through to the rest of CD2. Package is good, 28 page booklet with a nice balance of text and stills. Must admit that I'm a sucker for the Kent style of interspersed record scans and artist photos, coupled with posters etc, but this package works well in this style with the focus being the film. Looking forward to watching the bonus DVD and reading the booklet.
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 15, 2014 Posted September 15, 2014 Just got my copy of the double CD from Amazon in today's post. Straight to Mel Britt to get going and now listening through to the rest of CD2. Package is good, 28 page booklet with a nice balance of text and stills. Must admit that I'm a sucker for the Kent style of interspersed record scans and artist photos, coupled with posters etc, but this package works well in this style with the focus being the film. Looking forward to watching the bonus DVD and reading the booklet. Glad you caught that. It actually made a change to not do scans on this one! Ian D
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 16, 2014 Posted September 16, 2014 (edited) Well I'm one happy bunny today. I've just achieved the highest mid-week chart entry of my 40 year career with the phenomenal "Northern Soul: The Soundtrack". Yes folks, we've smashed into the UK Top 40 Compilation first midweek chart @ an incredible No.6! In fact, due to an anomaly, we're in the Top 40 twice with the same album 'cos the digital version is No.40 too. The cumulative position actually makes us No.4 overall. We're surrounded by NOW albums lol. NEW ENTRY 6 NORTHERN SOUL - THE FILM VARIOUS ARTISTS HARMLESS An amazing start to an amazing film! The only thing I can say, is just go buy it! Soundtrack album of the year without a shadow of a doubt! Ian D Edited September 16, 2014 by Ian Dewhirst 1
Guest nickw Posted September 16, 2014 Posted September 16, 2014 Well I'm one happy bunny today. I've just achieved the highest mid-week chart entry of my 40 year career with the phenomenal "Northern Soul: The Soundtrack". Yes folks, we've smashed into the UK Top 40 Compilation first midweek chart @ an incredible No.6! In fact, due to an anomaly, we're in the Top 40 twice with the same album 'cos the digital version is No.40 too. The cumulative position actually makes us No.4 overall. We're surrounded by NOW albums lol. Lw Posn Posn DUS % Var Title Artist Label 2 1 6284 17.7 KEEP CALM AND CHILLOUT VARIOUS ARTISTS SONY MUSIC CG 1 2 4667 -16.9 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL MUSIC 88 VARIOUS ARTISTS SONY MUSIC CG/VIRGIN EMI NEW 3 2797 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL DRIVE VARIOUS ARTISTS SONY MUSIC CG/VIRGIN EMI 3 4 2256 23 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL CLUB HITS 2014 VARIOUS ARTISTS SONY MUSIC CG/VIRGIN EMI 4 5 2131 -8.4 FROZEN ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK WALT DISNEYNEW62041 NORTHERN SOUL - THE FILMVARIOUS ARTISTSHARMLESS An amazing start to an amazing film! The only thing I can say, is just go buy it! Soundtrack album of the year without a shadow of a doubt! Ian D The whole thing is an extraordinary achievement Ian, I'm not sure I can remember anything comparable, certainly in recent years. (I can take No credit as I am waiting for the vinyl box set!)
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 16, 2014 Posted September 16, 2014 (edited) The whole thing is an extraordinary achievement Ian, I'm not sure I can remember anything comparable, certainly in recent years. (I can take No credit as I am waiting for the vinyl box set!) I'm trying to check the stats but as far as I can remember I don't think a Northern Soul album has charted at anywhere near this level on the first mid-week chart. Naturally there's a huge amount of pre-orders in that figure so it'll settle down over the next few days but I think we'll be in line for the highest-charting Northern Soul album ever with a bit of luck! Couldn't happen to a better project and sets things up beautifully for the film, which, as of today, is up to 53 screens I believe..... Ian D Edited September 16, 2014 by Ian Dewhirst
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 18, 2014 Posted September 18, 2014 Well, an extraordinary week. As of today's mid-week chart, we're still mixing it with the big boys in the UK Compilation Top 10:- NEW 7 NORTHERN SOUL ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK HARMLESS We've just done some background checking and if we hold in the Top by next Monday, this will be the highest-charting none TV advertised Northern Soul CD ever! Ian D 1
Steve L Posted September 18, 2014 Posted September 18, 2014 Well, an extraordinary week. As of today's mid-week chart, we're still mixing it with the big boys in the UK Compilation Top 10:- NEW 7 NORTHERN SOUL ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK HARMLESS We've just done some background checking and if we hold in the Top by next Monday, this will be the highest-charting none TV advertised Northern Soul CD ever! Ian D Ian to save me trawling through, when's the vinyl boxset out again?
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 18, 2014 Posted September 18, 2014 Ian to save me trawling through, when's the vinyl boxset out again? 13/10/14 Steve. Ian 1
Amsterdam Russ Posted September 18, 2014 Posted September 18, 2014 Very surprised to see that someone uploaded the entire 2nd disc of the soundtrack to YouTube a month ago. That said, is it taken from the actual disc or have they put together their own comp of the tracks on the soundtrack?
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 18, 2014 Posted September 18, 2014 Very surprised to see that someone uploaded the entire 2nd disc of the soundtrack to YouTube a month ago. That said, is it taken from the actual disc or have they put together their own comp of the tracks on the soundtrack? Yeah, I saw that but typically didn't have time to listen. So not sure is the answer. We sent out double CD promos a couple of months back so maybe a journo got creative and uploaded it? I can live with You Tube promos, it's the illegal downloads I have the problem with. Mind you, strangely enough, this is also a huge digital seller too and in the I-tunes charts too. Looks like we're reaching a wide demographic market with this release. Mucho interest overseas too. Good spot Russell. Ian D
Amsterdam Russ Posted September 18, 2014 Posted September 18, 2014 I can live with You Tube promos, it's the illegal downloads I have the problem with. Mind you, strangely enough, this is also a huge digital seller too and in the I-tunes charts too. Looks like we're reaching a wide demographic market with this release. Mucho interest overseas too. Good spot Russell. Ian D The thing with YouTube is, of course, that it's dead easy to download anything posted on it. So in many respects it encourages 'illegal' downloading. And of the +3,000 who have listened to the cd on YouTube so far, you can be sure a good many downloaded it while doing so. Perhaps having it blocked would be in order (and I never thought I'd hear myself say that in respect of YouTube!).
Souledtrafford Posted September 18, 2014 Posted September 18, 2014 Would just like to add that the film is being shown in Dumfries, in association with the Dumfries Soul Club and in conjunction with the Doonhamer All-Dayer to be held in the town on December 6th. It will be shown prior to the all-dayer. Tickets for the showing are NOT available as yet, but details of how to obtain tickets will appear here as soon as prices and showing times are confirmed. 1
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 18, 2014 Posted September 18, 2014 The thing with YouTube is, of course, that it's dead easy to download anything posted on it. So in many respects it encourages 'illegal' downloading. And of the +3,000 who have listened to the cd on YouTube so far, you can be sure a good many downloaded it while doing so. Perhaps having it blocked would be in order (and I never thought I'd hear myself say that in respect of YouTube!). Yep. It's the thin line between between legitimate promotion and the Wild West. I can live with it on this release 'cos this is confounding all expectations and turning into the fastest-selling release that I've ever been involved with. It's the real niche releases that will only do limited numbers that worry me. There's a little bit more latitude with a Top 10 UK album which is selling at this rate. We'll take support from everywhere right now. The job of the soundtrack release is to boost the film and we're kinda getting there touch wood... Ian D
Amsterdam Russ Posted September 18, 2014 Posted September 18, 2014 Of course, you're right, Ian. If the OST is doing so well presently then the impact of disc 2 being on YouTube is negligible, maybe even beneficial. Here's wishing the film and the supporting soundtrack the best of success!
Bazza Posted September 18, 2014 Posted September 18, 2014 Funny thing happened last night,I met one of the young stars of the new "Northern Soul " film,she was going to interview me,first thing she asked was "will I go and see the film",being honest I said no I doubt it,she lost interest and buggered off ,oh well lol I posted that on FB Sunday ,perhaps I should have told fibs lol Bazza
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 19, 2014 Posted September 19, 2014 Of course, you're right, Ian. If the OST is doing so well presently then the impact of disc 2 being on YouTube is negligible, maybe even beneficial. Here's wishing the film and the supporting soundtrack the best of success! Thanks Russell. Essentially the soundtrack is the advance guard for the film. We figured we were always gonna have a battle to get the film into public consciousness with no major marketing budgets so the soundtrack album coming 4 weeks before the film launches and hitting the Top 10 UK Compilation Chart, positions the film beautifully and is probably worth more than a £200K TV ad spend in my opinion. The general public will either get or they won't. Right now it looks like they're getting it big time. I was thinking earlier tonight, that the battles we're going through to get the film into as many cinemas as possible in the 3 day window before the DVD release, echoes the self-same problems that the Northern Soul records we all loved faced back then. So the uphill battles we're fighting everyday are completely appropriate for Northern Soul in general. But hey. These artists are now finding themselves in the UK National Top 10 Compilation Chart plus a killer film to follow. Whichever way you look at it, it's a pretty good validation of an incredible scene which many people admire. Ian D 1
Guest turntableterra Posted September 19, 2014 Posted September 19, 2014 looking forward to it after all the great reviews. I enjoyed the last one too. they had it showing at a local eclectic outdoor cinema and had a small band/orchestra playing tainted love as an intro and guys in baggies carrying record boxes and nighter bags. good luck with the soundtrack and hope there are plenty to get so it puts it out there. well done to everyone involved.....................................
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 19, 2014 Posted September 19, 2014 Hi All, Just to cap a near perfect but very manic week, "Northern Soul: The Soundtrack" is incredibly still holding @ No.7 on the Friday midweek! Truly brilliant stuff! Lw Posn Posn Title 2 1 KEEP CALM AND CHILLOUT VARIOUS ARTISTS 1 2 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL MUSIC 88 VARIOUS ARTISTS NEW 3 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL DRIVE VARIOUS ARTISTS 4 4 FROZEN ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK 3 5 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL CLUB HITS 2014 VARIOUS ARTISTS NEW 6 THE NOUGHTIES VARIOUS ARTISTS NEW 7 NORTHERN SOUL ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK HARMLESS 5 8 IBIZA - THE ALBUM VARIOUS ARTISTS NEW 9 SONGBIRD VARIOUS ARTISTS 7 10 GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY - AWESOME MIX 1 ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK Let's hope it can hold over today and tomorrow! Ian D
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 21, 2014 Posted September 21, 2014 (edited) Sunday Evening 21/09/2014 19.38pm Well, we made it! Yes folks, 'Northern Soul: The Soundtrack' has entered the national UK compilation album chart @ a magnificent No.10! Congratulations to Elaine Constantine and everyone involved with the forthcoming film. This is a massive achievement considering that it's almost impossible to get into this chart without a huge TV advertising budget or without a firm commitment and campaign from the big supermarkets. But hey, a Top 10 album is a Top 10 album. We're off and running now! Roll on the film launch from 17/10/14! Thanks to everyone for supporting the soundtrack and film! Ian D Edited September 21, 2014 by Ian Dewhirst 2
Guest Posted September 21, 2014 Posted September 21, 2014 Are there any details of Manchester showings of the film. Would like to promote and give details on my radio show...Manchester area in the main. Thanks Snakepit
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 21, 2014 Posted September 21, 2014 Are there any details of Manchester showings of the film. Would like to promote and give details on my radio show...Manchester area in the main. Thanks Snakepit Will see what the updates are tomorrow as I'm sure there'll be an updated list following the weekend. Ian D
dedji1955 Posted September 21, 2014 Posted September 21, 2014 Is there a link to where and when then film will be show in London .. anyone .. or is it best to keep looking on Facebook : Independent Cinemas appear to be your best for seeing it You could also get together with friends to get it shown Have you seen this thread..
Ian Dewhirst Posted September 22, 2014 Posted September 22, 2014 (edited) The sweetest sight I've seen for a long time! Northern Soul mixing it with the big boys! Lw Posn Posn Title Artist 2 1 KEEP CALM AND CHILLOUT VARIOUS ARTISTS 1 2 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL MUSIC 88 VARIOUS ARTISTS NEW 3 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL DRIVE VARIOUS ARTISTS 4 4 FROZEN ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK 3 5 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL CLUB HITS 2014 VARIOUS ARTISTS NEW 6 THE NOUGHTIES VARIOUS ARTISTS NEW 7 SONGBIRD VARIOUS ARTISTS 5 8 IBIZA - THE ALBUM VARIOUS ARTISTS 7 9 GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY - AWESOME MIX 1 ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK NEW 10 NORTHERN SOUL ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK NEW 11 ELECTRONIC DANCE MUSIC - EUPHORIA 2014 VARIOUS ARTISTS 6 12 SUPERSTAR DJS - VOL 2 VARIOUS ARTISTS 9 13 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL CHILLED VARIOUS ARTISTS 8 14 THE GRANDMASTER FLASH COLLECTION VARIOUS ARTISTS 10 15 THE HOUSE THAT GARAGE BUILT VARIOUS ARTISTS 13 16 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL 21ST CENTURY VARIOUS ARTISTS 12 17 KISSTORY 2014 - THE BEST OLD SKOOL VARIOUS ARTISTS 11 18 MADE IN SCOTLAND VARIOUS ARTISTS NEW 19 MINISTRY OF SOUND PTS THE RUNNING BUG 2 VARIOUS ARTISTS 14 20 NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL SUMMER VARIOUS ARTISTS Ian D Edited September 22, 2014 by Ian Dewhirst
Pete S Posted September 22, 2014 Posted September 22, 2014 There are no pirate copies of the film, don't know where that rumour came from. If there were, they would have to have come from a screener (press copy) so it would have been someone who was given a copy of the film to review.
Steve S 60 Posted October 8, 2014 Posted October 8, 2014 Vinyl boxset looks good.... https://youtu.be/BtrICmIgyak I ordered it from the film website and got sent the CD instead, followed by an apology and instructions to have the CD for free.
Ian Dewhirst Posted October 14, 2014 Posted October 14, 2014 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
Dave Rimmer Posted October 14, 2014 Posted October 14, 2014 Are you on a chart placing related bonus Ian
Ian Dewhirst Posted October 14, 2014 Posted October 14, 2014 Are you on a chart placing related bonus Ian 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
Guest nickw Posted October 16, 2014 Posted October 16, 2014 Really pleased and impressed with the vinyl box set.Slightly disappointed with enclosed book of full colour film stills but that is not what I bought it for so a minor gripe. Well done Ian & all at Demon/Harmless
The Tempest Posted October 16, 2014 Posted October 16, 2014 Just ordered my DVD film copy, 9 quid from Amazon, out Monday !
Seano Posted October 16, 2014 Posted October 16, 2014 Hope the release goes well tomorrow; I won't get to see it in the cinema til next Sunday in Oxford. Obviously therefore I can't comment on the quality or overall film, but surely there can't be any question that it's a fantastic achievement to have got here and big kudos to Elaine and all concerned.
Ian Dewhirst Posted October 16, 2014 Posted October 16, 2014 Hope the release goes well tomorrow; I won't get to see it in the cinema til next Sunday in Oxford. Obviously therefore I can't comment on the quality or overall film, but surely there can't be any question that it's a fantastic achievement to have got here and big kudos to Elaine and all concerned. 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
Jim G Posted October 18, 2014 Posted October 18, 2014 Well I am well chuffed!!!!!!!!! This lot just arrived, signed book and all, just in time to get me in the mood for the movie tonight! Teeside Park 7.30 tonight - Bring it on! AND they sound GREAT - thanks to all who made this possible!!!
Denbo Posted October 18, 2014 Posted October 18, 2014 Well I am well chuffed!!!!!!!!! This lot just arrived, signed book and all, just in time to get me in the mood for the movie tonight! Teeside Park 7.30 tonight - Bring it on! AND they sound GREAT - thanks to all who made this possible!!! What is this, a box set of the records played in the film?
Ian Dewhirst Posted October 18, 2014 Posted October 18, 2014 What is this, a box set of the records played in the film? Yep. Ian D
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