John Hart Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 Will be returning to UK after 22 years, who are the TopDJs gigs to checkout? (For only a month!) 1
Popular Post Geoff Posted October 26, 2021 Popular Post Posted October 26, 2021 If you can get to the 100 Club in London Butch is hard to beat. Not sure if he's got any sets anywhere but Soul Sam is superb, always worth checking out. If up north try Boomerang in Thorne, near Doncaster. Regulars Arthur Fenn ad Maria Orlovic are excellent and Kitch is guest this month. But if you want the same old same old, top 100 you'll be okay anywhere in the country. 6
Steve G Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 58 minutes ago, John Hart said: Will be returning to UK after 22 years, who are the TopDJs gigs to checkout? (For only a month!) Depends on what you want to hear? 1
Solidsoul Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 7 minutes ago, constellation161 said: ME, in our house !!! It can't be, because it's me in my house!
Winsford Soul Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 (edited) John. When you back in the UK ? Where you staying here in the north or down south.? Could have a massive bearing on what you have available plus what type of music you want to listen to. Top 500. R n B , Funky stuff, Modern, 70,s Crossover . Rare. Ste Edited October 26, 2021 by Winsford Soul
Stephen Houghton Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 No it's me and the missus in our house actually so there But on a serious note ,Sean Chapman takes some beating ,and he's a very nice guy to deal with 3
Jez Jones Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 Gonna be difficult to answer that...not sure there are any 'charts'.of 'top DJ's..if there is who compiles them dj's themslves ? lol 2
Kev John Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 3 hours ago, John Hart said: Will be returning to UK after 22 years, who are the TopDJs gigs to checkout? (For only a month!) Hi John Are you coming back to Stoke ?
Jez Jones Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 1 minute ago, Kev John said: Hi John Are you coming back to Stoke ? would you ? lol 3
Constellation161 Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 2 hours ago, constellation161 said: ME, in our house !!! IT MUST BE ME, had no complaints from the neighbours. 1
Chalky Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 From what I can see it appears nothing has changed in the pecking order regardless what you want to hear. 1
Popular Post Harrythedog Posted October 26, 2021 Popular Post Posted October 26, 2021 Butch and Andy Dyson for me. They take some beating. 8
Kev John Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, Jez Jones said: Gonna be difficult to answer that...not sure there are any 'charts'.of 'top DJ's..if there is who compiles them dj's themslves ? lol Jez we did up to the 9ts KR's Top 500 but No charts for the past 20yrs Its now a nusic thing not DJ's Edited October 26, 2021 by Kev John 3
Mssoulie Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 4 hours ago, D9 Ktf said: It can't be, because it's me in my house! No it's me at mine. (Deluded)…..
Geeselad Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 Butch obviously, mark Jones blew me away last month. Man of the match at Burnley was Chris Stanley, aka, doc pickles, closely followed by Amanda Cottrell, who is not a man
Timillustrator Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 Butch if you're down south, if you're in the Midlands John Weston, Martin Farmer, Les Norman, Dave Rimmer, Ted Massey, Sean Chapman, Ashley Fellows, up northJordan Wilson has some interesting stuff. If you want basically the top 500 almost anyone. 1 1
Lionelonthevinyl Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 27 minutes ago, Timillustrator said: Butch if you're down south, if you're in the Midlands John Weston, Martin Farmer, Les Norman, Dave Rimmer, Ted Massey, Sean Chapman, Ashley Fellows, up northJordan Wilson has some interesting stuff. If you want basically the top 500 almost anyone. Heard everyone of these guys play....all excellent, All can play an oldies set, a rare under played set and anything else in between...exactly what you want for me on a night out....thank you....Rob
Popular Post 25miles Posted October 26, 2021 Popular Post Posted October 26, 2021 NEVER UNDERESTIMATE DAVE N BRI PINCH........... SOUTH YOKSHIRE'S OWN !!! 9
Winsford Soul Posted October 26, 2021 Posted October 26, 2021 2 minutes ago, 25miles said: NEVER UNDERESTIMATE DAVE N BRI PINCH........... SOUTH YOKSHIRE'S OWN !!! Heard them both for the very first time ( I think ) on Saturday night at Soul liberation. Oaklands Hotel . Weaverham. Absolutely fantastic 3
Solidsoul Posted October 27, 2021 Posted October 27, 2021 (edited) 14 hours ago, Lionelonthevinyl said: All can play an oldies set, a rare under played set and anything else in between... I have enjoyed the records played by the DJ's already mentioned. A few more I did enjoy, but not sure if they still DJ, are Bob Hindsley and Mick H especially when he played his lesser know stuff in the DDA room in Lowton a few years back. I know Richard Searling is not top of the tree anymore, but he has great taste in Northern Soul and can still do a great spot. Edited October 27, 2021 by D9 Ktf 1
Winsford Soul Posted October 27, 2021 Posted October 27, 2021 3 hours ago, D9 Ktf said: I have enjoyed the records played by the DJ's already mentioned. A few more I did enjoy, but not sure if they still DJ, are Bob Hindsley and Mick H especially when he played his lesser know stuff in the DDA room in Lowton a few years back. I know Richard Searling is not top of the tree anymore, but he has great taste in Northern Soul and can still do a great spot. Bob still DJs and was booked to do a set at the now cancelled Culcheth on Saturday night. And he is still up there with anyone. IMHO of course 1
Popular Post Chris Turnbull Posted October 27, 2021 Popular Post Posted October 27, 2021 1 hour ago, Winsford Soul said: Bob still DJs and was booked to do a set at the now cancelled Culcheth on Saturday night. And he is still up there with anyone. IMHO of course Always looked forward to hearing Bob out and about during the 90's - Ritz, Wilton, etc - not the rarest of records necessarily but great taste and knows how to programme a set, unlike others I can think of who have some records but don't seem to have any idea how to string them together IMHO of course 5
Solidsoul Posted October 27, 2021 Posted October 27, 2021 (edited) 6 hours ago, Chris Turnbull said: but great taste and knows how to programme a set, unlike others I can think of who have some records but don't seem to have any idea how to string them together Yes I was going to say much the same. Knowing what and when to play them makes a great DJ, not just having the rarest records. The continuity of some dj's slots is a complete mix up. Experience is needed to do it properly. Edited October 27, 2021 by D9 Ktf 3
Woodbutcher Posted October 27, 2021 Posted October 27, 2021 (edited) Colin Law , Kitch and the Greenwoods should be up there ... Edited October 27, 2021 by Woodbutcher
Mssoulie Posted October 27, 2021 Posted October 27, 2021 kev Richardson from the Hydro. He's a cracking dancer and really knows how to get you on your feet when he's behind the decks. Not your normal played out stuff He's on at The Kingsway Hall this Saturday. 1
Potters4 Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 When looking at a good DJ, looking at the floor is a good place to start! With this in mind 2 DJ's that we always enjoy and always keep the Floor busy are Rod Looker (Soul at the Services) Widnes and Paul Lightly Nottingham. I would never say that they are the best because that's a personal opinion! However these guys always play a good mixed set! Worth going out of your way to see. 1
Solidsoul Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 (edited) 4 hours ago, Potters4 said: When looking at a good DJ, looking at the floor is a good place to start! With this in mind 2 DJ's that we always enjoy and always keep the Floor busy are Rod Looker (Soul at the Services) Widnes and Paul Lightly Nottingham. I would never say that they are the best because that's a personal opinion! However these guys always play a good mixed set! Worth going out of your way to see. Nice to see Rod Looker is still playing the records. I have not heard his set since 1978. I remember he had good records and kept the dance floor busy. Edited November 17, 2021 by D9 Ktf 2
Winsford Soul Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 (edited) 22 minutes ago, D9 Ktf said: Nice to see Rod Looker is still playing the records. I have not heard his set since 1978. I remember he had good records and kept the dance floor busy. Rod . My old mate from Runcorn, he runs a monthly night as already mentioned at the Services Club on Prescot road in Widnes ( my home town ) always the gent and good taste in music. Ste Edited November 17, 2021 by Winsford Soul 1
John Reed Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 (edited) Its probably the same DJ's you listened to 22 years ago. As new younger blood is not generally joining the "scene" (although it does happen), its just the same youth scene(s) of old, just getting older. To me promoters aren't that keen on trying out new DJ's as they want ticket sales, sticking the the same established people who's been playing for the last 30 odd years. Not getting into the boot/reissue playing, I believe that is the major reason for the multiple smaller events popping up in recent years. Edited November 17, 2021 by John Reed 2
Winsford Soul Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 Simon Ingham, Len Dopson Dave and Bri Pinches. Simon Hunt Baz Maleedy, to name but a few . All very modest but with amazing records and tastes in this music we love Ste 1
Winsford Soul Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 (edited) There's a few in Carlisle that can more than hold there own. George Hunt, Dickie Watt, George Rouse, Tony Hartness Then there's the North East Col Denham, Steve Wilson, Baz Atkinson, Kev Cane. Sorry if I've forgotten anyone. Oops I can now add Chris Penn to the North East list, now the sheriff's have chased him out of the North West Edited November 17, 2021 by Winsford Soul 1
Mick Boyle Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 I have the pleasure of arranging djs for the Boat Club, Nottingham (not the nighter) I had booked a great line-up IMO but Covid had other idea's Ted Massey - Ashley Fellows - John Parker - John Poole - Simon Richards - Hammie - Dave Raistrick - Simon Hunt - Mick Taylor - Nige Brown - Mick H - Chris Dolton. I've tried getting Sean Chapman but no joy also tried persuading Andy Rix to no avail. All the above know there stuff and wont disappoint unless you want same old same old. 2
Popular Post Kev John Posted November 17, 2021 Popular Post Posted November 17, 2021 Ther is 1 lady DJ i'd put at top of the list @Pat Bleasdale Superb taste in music & always loved her plays Lovely lady & a good friend helped out when available at the events i ran 6
Potters4 Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 2 hours ago, Kev John said: Ther is 1 lady DJ i'd put at top of the list @Pat Bleasdale Superb taste in music & always loved her plays Lovely lady & a good friend helped out when available at the events i ran If we are talking Lady DJ's, then Avril Kesteven (Stamford) has to be in there! Always makes herself available and plays a good mixed set! 1
Kev John Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 2 minutes ago, Potters4 said: If we are talking Lady DJ's, then Avril Kesteven (Stamford) has to be in there! Always makes herself available and plays a good mixed set! We are not talking about Lady DJ's She is 1 of finest DJ's on the planet not just UK Never heard Avril playout ! 1
Mssoulie Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 It's been said that there aren't any younger DJs about. Pete Jones and Alex Simms are two exceptions. Both fill the floor they can both dance as well and will always surprise people with what they play. Hugh 3
northernnigel60 Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 I can't believe Ginger Taylor has not had a mention ??
John Hart Posted November 17, 2021 Author Posted November 17, 2021 Hi Msssoulie Nige ,,Huge Dix, { Why The Silly Avatars??} As original poster {from a DJ ,1969 } who should I Checkout /} Seems to be more D,Js than Punters }? In the Begining,there was Brian Phillips ,Richard S Ian Levine ,Tony Jebb, Kev Roberts Ginger ,Sam and Russ. As Dave Godin said ,DJ,s are just plaigirsts ,they create Nada ? LOL John .
Mssoulie Posted November 17, 2021 Posted November 17, 2021 1 hour ago, John Hart said: Hi Msssoulie Nige ,,Huge Dix, { Why The Silly Avatars??} As original poster {from a DJ ,1969 } who should I Checkout /} Seems to be more D,Js than Punters }? In the Begining,there was Brian Phillips ,Richard S Ian Levine ,Tony Jebb, Kev Roberts Ginger ,Sam and Russ. As Dave Godin said ,DJ,s are just plaigirsts ,they create Nada ? LOL John . If the Huge Dix is a FUNNY AS FXXK PLAY on my name then let's hope we met up when you return here. The avatar is because my wife also uses this site. If that sounds threatening , o we'll never mind I'm sure John Fart understands.
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