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Homer Banks passed away last Friday Yet again more sad news concerning these artists that we all owe so much to. Details can be found on the below website "Legendary Stax writer/producer Homer Banks died of cancer Friday at Saint Francis Hospital. He was 61. "

BBC Liverpool has Edwin Starrs final interview up on its website The offical website has the following information up A private funeral for family only will be held next week in the UK. Instead of flowers, please send donations to either of the following charities, making sure you include a cover note saying it is on behalf of Edwin Starr: More details on the offical website click here http://www.edwinstarr.info

Firday saw the monthly Soul at the Social soul nite at Bangor. Run by Johnny J nite it is a "good time" northern nite. Always popular with locals and travellers from rest of North Wales. Guest wise was myself, Steve T, and Gareth. Fair sized crowd showed up, the whole style and mix of this nite always depends on the crowd, as in who shows up, as it varies along with reaction. Some nites we can cover whole range from r n b to 2k+ and give out a good fresh mix, other nites like tonite may be a more oldie based crowd. Tonite Gareth got things under way with great opening 2 hr spot featuring some right classy stuff. Then myself dished out next hour mainly a mix of popular oldies/r n b /70s Steve Thomas up next with a well put together half a hour Edwin Starr tribute, which included all the classics including the ever popular round here "Love (the lonely people prayer) and finishing tributeon emotional edge with "I Have Faith In You". Steve then carried on with a mainly top drawer oldies brew with some fresh bits thrown in. Mix inc likes of the cracking one to watch instrumental by Jr Walker and San Remo Strings cover, which caused a bit of a stir at last Springfield, Nancy Wilsons great version of reach out for me, Voicemasters-Lonely Lonely, Ellusions You didnt have to leave, Embers -First Time, Broadway Cissy-Roscoe and friends, and more quality revivals which kept the crowd happy and floor full. Overall as always a good sociable nite, crowd got what they wanted, had a good laugh and all that. Next one first Friday of month as always.

Well after the March DMSC Springfield event went so well, (many calling it one of/if not the best one yet), been a case of the team taking time out from monkey things. So things been bit low key. But after a trip to desert sorted a few things out, things now picking up and fair few bits of news. Website stuff - Soul Source still home of dmsc. Now main bit firm its time to sort the dmsc bit out for once! revamping all dmsc stuff etc so few changes and be news of some new things. Just had photos passed on from the last one in March(thanks to Ann and Trev yet again, 68 snaps this time!) some good ones there should be up very soon. Got tape of DMSC on the air from last month, highlights should be up soon as well. Bit muffled as was still trying to throw off the lip readers back then. Plus can hear the helicopter tailing us now and again. Also putting together a few of the tracks that doing good things at the dmsc events in Llandudno, Bangor, etc etc Should be up soonish Reports, plays, laughs, accusations, denials etc of many recent dmsc going ons are half written, and to come. Last nites DMSC promoted Soul At the Social event at Bangor was a good one as always at bangor, a nite of good time northern, good crack. May have heard about a Easter DMSC occurance planned on north wales coast, gotta stress its not definte yet but as soon as it is will pass on details. Well just a brief few headlines of DMSC going ons, all team and members still having a laugh, still doing things own way, still kicking and still hard! Fresh stuff up soonest Big thanks go out to all members, all of the backroom team, all djs and everyone else, for all your support, your help and all the rest. You make it what it is Drunken Monkey Soul Club - Making your heart beat faster

Seems that WireFm plans for the Soul Connection Show to be moved to the old Saturday slot are up in the air. Details all a bit vague and all that but seems that the show will be broadcast on sunday this weekend. Will post if get more info. EDWINS SITE FLOODED WITH TRIBUTES From offical site Since Edwin passed away his website has received over 12,000 visitors, many of whom have left tribute messages. visit offical site OTHER NEWS Have had word on some news concerning another artist, if anyone can confirm and post up source of news will be appreciated

Have to smile as this event is being billed as the "opening ceremony of Mr Dunlops 50th birthday celebration week" Guest inc Joe, Laurence, Barry, Ally M and Mick H Full details hit this link Hit here for full details

Word from Nick B Just grab a quick moment to remind you all of the details for this Fridays Scenesville shindig at the Camden Centre. Goes like this: SCENESVILLE 60s Rare and Northern Soul - with a passion! FRIDAY APRIL 4th 9pm-2am, at THE CAMDEN CENTRE EUSTON ROAD LONDON (directly opposite St Pancras Station) ANDY RIX, KITCH, DAWN BROWN and NICK BROWN Plus special guest JODIE DALEY spin 100% Real Deal 60s Rare Soul! Yesterdays favourites, todays exclusives and tomorrows monsters! Jawdropping venue -gorgeous dancefloor - late bar - posh lavs - 1 minutes walk from Kings Cross, 4 minutes Euston. Nearest tube: Kings Cross. Excellent parking £8 members (£9 non-members) PLUS THE FAMOUS SCENESVILLE HAPPY HOUR! £5 entry before 10pm! All drinks half price before 10pm! For free membership e-mail driveller@supanet.com or visit www.scenesville.com for membership, sounds and info ********** For those of you who dont know Jodie, shes got some shockingly good sounds - so go on, dont go without - get on down to the Camden C entre andshake your Soulful wibbly bits with the rest of us on Friday night! See you there!

Edwin Starr has died after heart failure. Sad news indeed From the offical website "Kyle Artist management are sad to announce that following a heart attack Edwin passed away at his home in Nottingham, England. Edwin was 61. http://www.edwinstarr.info

Greg passed on link to the soulgirl.com site which features even more photos from last Friday! Link to photos is hit here for pics Link to rest of site which is always worth a visit hit here for soulgirl.com site

March has been a full month of great soul so far. Col&I went to both the Prestatyn and Llandudno weekenders - whod have thought soul heaven was in Wales;-)))))) Both of these weekenders were excellent, great soulies, great soul acts, great music thanks to the organisers of both these weekenders all their hard work certainly showed in the end results. Im already looking forward to the next ones in 2004. Although the weekenders did take some recovering from, theyre well worth almost certainly knocking ten years off my life. I sometimes have flashes of the distant (I hope) future, in these flashes Im at the nursing/retirement home that my daughter has thoughtfully picked out for me, Im always sat in the Shackleton high seat chair (you know) with the incontinence knickers safely in place and left over dried food stuck to my chin - lovely picture Im painting;-)))) The only difference between myself and the other residents is the huge smile on my face, as I recollect perfect memories of the wonderful soul filled days of what some might say (non-soulies) is a mis-spent "middle age." Well I can safely say Ive never misspent anything and Im hoping for many more memory forming soulful years ;-)))) Anyway old age looming aside at least there was the Rider soul night to anticipate, but then even this usually looked forward to event in my social calendar seemed to be developing all the hallmarks of an impending disaster. Saturday had started badly enough with the bad news about Sid Barnes (see end of review for more details). We were also a resident DJ light as Alex had told us the month previous he was going to a mates stag do at the Cala Gran Togetherness extravaganza, Eddie one of the other residents was going to be doing an early spot as he was doing a guest set later on that night at the Greatstone Hotel, Manchester. We had compensated for this asking Mark Hanson to do a set, but then as we arrived at the club to set up for the night we received a message from Guy saying he had an emergency on and wouldnt be able to come that night. So we were two residents light, I myself thought this would be to my advantage as I would get to hear more of Colins records played out, but it wasnt to be as Mick H (who was doing a guest set at the Golbourne nighter later) arrived and said hed do a set for us. Joking aside thanks to both Mark and Mick for helping out and Col still managed a fine set at the end of the night so I think everyone was pleased at the final outcome. Numbers through the door were as expected considering we were up against two allnighters, one weekender and numerous soul nights up and down the country so it was a great to see all those soulies that chose to come to the Rider. Apart from three unhappy soulies, well two unhappy and one disgruntled, every one seemed to enjoy the good company and great toons. I asked one of the three soulies that left early, why they hadnt enjoyed the night, he said that they didnt know any of the toons played (see playlist, yes I even managed a playlist this time, at end) "Not even the Vanguards" I replied "We travel all over" he said "and Ive never heard that before". I responded by telling him that we too travelled all over and that I heard that particular toon so many times that I had renamed it "Good times, Bad times, 6 times" (good sound though nevertheless) Still they came along and even though they probably wont come again at least they gave us a try. They were obviously into the more well known oldies and as we all know Northern soul venues are split into many different factions which all come under the umbrella of the Northern Soul scene. It wouldnt do for us all to like the same, the whole scene would become staid and boring very soon if that was the case. Its also part of whats kept Northern soul alive for so long. Traveller of the night award was going to go to another pair of Rider Club virgins Gordon Hamilton&Julie this time from Edinburgh, Gordon or Hammy as he is known (dont know why hes called Hammie, he never explained his nickname;-)))) is one of the promoters of Souler Power in Edinburgh. It was also his birthday on Sunday, but he started to celebrate as the clock struck midnight, he was bemoaning the fact that he was 29!!!!! If only!!!!!!! (see previous whinge about my birthday on the Friday;-))))) Thanks to Eddie and Mark for helping Colin set up for the night and our heartfelt thanks to everyone who came along for making it as usual a great night. Referring back to my earlier mention of Sidney Barnes, as some of you may already know, and for those of you who dont, we have unfortunately had to cancel his live appearance at the Rider in May due to unforeseen circumstances. To those of you who had already purchased tickets, thanks, the money will come in very handy :-)))) Seriously folks, a refund is on its way to you, even as I type Colin is busy sticking n licking and I wish hed stop it as its beginning to chafe a bit now :-)))) No, no seriously folks, we would like to say how sorry Col&I are for bringing you this bad news. We hope you will be able to catch Sids performance at one of the other venues he will be appearing at. Now for those of you who like lists, heres the Rider playlist for the night, apologies for any errors that you eagle eyed knowalls :-)))))) But as Ive said many, many times before what seems perfectly legible on leaving the club, a week later seems to transform into hieroglyphics: Colin Wood (warm-up) Archie Bell&The Drells - Giving up dancing Mighty Sam - Georgia pines Jackie Wilson - Just be sincere Millionaires - Cherry baby Vince Apollo - I cant turn my back on you V Wagers - Lucky I found you Jack Montgomery - Baby take a chance on me Eddie Engel (getting warmer) Dusty Springfield - If it dont work out George Scott - Family tree Tata Vega - I just keep thinking about you Freda Payne - I do anything for you Purple Reign - Loves shortage I.A.P.Co - Check Yourself Tutti Hill - Hes a lover Alex Hassilen - Young man Barbara Jackson - Second best Bill Baker - Another sleepless night Jerry Tiffe - Hey whatcha doing Steve Alaimo - Little girl Orlons - Envy Minnie Jones - Shadow of a memory Sunbreakers - Trying to get back to you Mikki Farrow - Set my heart at ease Lou Ragland - I travel alone Antiques - Go for yourself Alex and Guy didnt seem to be their usual selves tonight and appeared to have come disguised as Mark Hanson and Mick H :-))))) Once again thanks fellas for the fine sets you played. Alex Hennigan (Mark Hanson) Volumes - I just cant help myself Al Williams - I am nothing Vondells - Hey girl youve changed Topics - Tears said the whole sad story Soul Inc - My proposal Artistics - This heart of mine Tony Colton - I stand accused Parliaments - Cry no more Spyder Turner - Im alive with loving feeling Cavaliers - Dance little girl Gary Soul - Holding on Jackson Brothers - Ive got to hear from you Baby Huey&The Babysitters - Just being careful Vashonettes - Mighty good lover Stoppers - Come back baby Jerry Taylor - Empty arms and bitter tears Gracie Dumas - Song of a woman Eddie Daye Band - Guess who loves you Johnny Sayles - I cant get enough BJ Thomas - Keep it up Ravenettes - Since youve been gone Guy Jones (Mick H) Mayfield Singers - Dont stop none William Cumming - Love him Carpets - Just cant win Trannells - Blessed with a love Royal Esquires - Aint gonna run ?? Perfections - Im gonna lose you Johnny Rogers - Make a change Vanguards - Good times bad times Rober Tanner - Sweet memories Tim Harris - Dont say you want me Eddie Huges - Soul serenader Prince Paul - In the beginning Bernard Smith - Gotta be a reason Sensations - Demanding man Magnetics - When Im with my baby Nu-rons - All my life Masquaders - The same thing Brenda Holloway - Crying time ?? Carlin Gaye - Heartaches Passions - If you see my baby Ralph Graham - She just sits there Kitch Poets - I want love Judy Stokes - A real man Appointments - I saw you there Charles Mintz - Running back Primers - How does it grab you Mello Souls - We can make it Servicemen - You aint got love c/u Precisions - I wanna tell my baby Devotions - Do Do De Dop Poets - Wrapped around your finger Admirations - I want to be free Locations - Mr Diamond Man Dusty Wilson - Gonna be a tragedy Colin&Mark (wind down - I dont think so!!!!!) Soulville All Stars - Im gonna get to you Johnny Watson - Aint gonna move Rivieras - You counter feit girl Delfonics - Youll get enough Righteous Brothers - Its up to you Tammi Terrell - Tears at the end of a love affair Temptations - Who you gonna run to El Corols - Chick Chick The Q - Thats the way Archie Bell&The Drells - My balloons going up Ambassadors - Good love gone bad Ambers - I love you baby Platters - Going back to Detroit Geno Washington - Ill be around Jimmy Holiday - Ive been done wrong Chosen Few - Birth of a playboy Volcanos - False alarm Unlimited Four - Walk away lover Big Dee Irwin - You satisfy my needs Considering that this soul night could have almost been Eddie, Kitch and three hours of Colin behind the decks, (dont get me wrong, I wouldnt have complained at that prospect) we were treated to some additional gems from Mark and Mick and as you can see some spanking toons hit the decks that night. So if there is a moral to this story:- All you budding jocks out there take note, it may be worthwhile taking a playbox out with you on the off chance that one of the listed DJs at the venue you have chosen for your evenings entertainment doesnt make it :-)))))) Whilst I am on the subject of DJs not being able to make it, next months guest DJ is not as flyered. Ion will not be able to make the trip this time so we will be entertained by Paul McNamara, who I believe is stocking up on Goldmine and Grapevine discs in anticipation of his unexpected guest spot at the Rider on April 12th :-))) Joking aside having heard Paul DJ at other venues I know he has some great records, lets just hope he fetches them with him :-)))) If you cant wait until next month get yourself to the Yorkshire Rider website, http://totn.topcities.com where youll hear loads of good toons. See ya next month. Soulfully yours, Shirley.

Keep your eye on your cars this Saturday Word has it that a DMSC minbus is attempting to reach the far side of Manchester for Lime St event at Dunkinfield Details as below Lime St Club Chapel Street{Off King St} [Opp Town Hall} Dukinfield Gtr Manchester Guest Djs Drunken Monkey escapees Steve Thomas and Mike H Resident Djs John Purvis Sid Jones Eddie Engels Alex Jones 8pm Til 1.30am O.T.D £3.50 Large Wooden Dancefloor Cheap Bar Prices Our Policy Is Quality Northern Soul For More Info Contact Sid 0161-338-7294 Or John 01422-881849 Or E-Mail Sidney.Jones2@Btopenworld.Com

Word is that the live act for forthcoming Gingers 50th event will now be Velvelettes instead. Sidney Barnes appearance at Yorkshire Riders soul nite on May 10th in Halifax has been cancelled Hit read more for Colin W word on this. It is with regret that I have to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances the live appearance of Sidney Barnes at the Rider Club in Halifax on May 10th has been cancelled. I wont bore you with the reason for this decision being made but I would like to apologise to anyone who has already bought tickets and all money is in the process of being refunded. Again sorry for any inconvenience this sad news may cause. Cheers, Colin, Rider Club, Halifax http://totn.topcities.com posted orig on soul talk

Cologne Soul Weekender 16./17. May 2003 dan submitted the following Information: Email dan@soul.de www.soul.de cologne, germany live in concert INCOGNITO presenting their fabulous new album "who needs love" DJs KEB DARGE (LEGENDARY DEEP FUNK, UK) TERRY JONES (SOUL24-7, UK) EDDIE PILLER(ACID JAZZ RECS, UK) MIKE THOMPSON (LONDON, UK) JO WALLACE (THESE OLD SHOES, UK) LLOYD ATTRILL (UPTOWN DOWNSOUTH, UK) HARUHIKO IKEDA (SOUL WHIRLPOOL, TOKYO, JP) MICHAEL FUCHS (TYHU,FFM, D) OGUZHAN CELIK (RADIO Z, NBG, D) DAN D (WWW.SOUL.DE) Saturday afternoon DJ Sessions including a big Record Fair and a live PA by Nu Soul Artist Gary des Etages. Tickets from April onwards on www.soul.de