Len

Or use 'Time Coded Vinyl' already available (Whatever that is!!!) Len

There would be an interesting reaction to say the least! Your post reinstates the point that I don't mean if this happened that it would automatically mean that anyone could DJ - Far from it. The good DJs would still be skillful at their trade. It would be an interesting night, not least at seeing who would turn up at such an event Watch this space Len

It's probably too late, but hey, here's hoping another generation can feel that 'buzz' in whatever way they can Len

I think 'feed-back' is better than simply 'complaining' - Constructive criticism if you like. Some people that simply complain often think the whole night is just about them. I think feed-back does go on, but privately rather than on an open forum because it's always a sensitive area, and the person giving that feed-back can never be sure how it will be received. I've done it btw, and any replies I have had have been absolutely fine - I think if done on an open forum I may not have got the same sensible responses because even well meaning feed-back could look very negative to others if done that way. All the best, Len

I like cheesy D.Js Carl If it did happen, I think some may see this change as ‘anyone can D.J if they can just download tunes’……Nowadays you can buy records (and become a ‘D.J’) at the click of a button, so not much difference if you think about it (Except for that monetary ‘emotional connection') Len

Very interesting and honest post - Some peoples' reaction to all this could well be scorn, and I except and understand that because we're talking of such a massive thing to some people changing, but I think sometimes people can get so wrapped up in it (Also the one- upmanship / jealousy bit that you touched upon), they can miss the point - The enjoyment to be had from these wonderful sounds. Vinyl will always be important to us lot, but maybe not for the future younguns - If change does happen let's hope it can be excepted over putting them off with our barriers Cheers, Len

Most folk are not collectors I agree, but there's a tad few more that see themselves as DJ's as was back then / up to the late 80's, (even mid 90's actually). DJing didn't cross most punters minds in the slightest, they just went and danced like b*stards to the fantastic sounds! Who said the 70's was bad? 1970 was a great year - It was the year I was born! Len

Correct me if I'm wrong here, but I think what Kegsy is saying is on the contrary - He's saying that these younguns wouldn't have the emotional connection as a collector would have (after all the hard work they put in to researching, and finding records) The factor they would have is how much they enjoy the actual sounds, basically the same as the early 70's when only a small percentage of people were actually hunting out the tunes - He's saying that isn't such a bad thing. Is that right Kegsy? Len

If it was done like that (Chap sticks his memory stick in and heads to the bar) that wouldn't be DJing, and there would be no passion behind what he is doing, so yes, of course that would be awful. Len

I'm no expert on the sound quality point, so will take your word on that - That is an important point though (Maybe some would disagree if the right kit was used) People are influenced by their peers, so I expect the young ones that choose to dress as they do are around older folk that do / or they went down the digital route to find things out, and that's what popped up - Their choice of course, but you don't need a uniform to be a soul fan. Len

They could do that, but that would be limited in comparison to having literally everything to hand - This 20 year old with attitude (Maybe Keb Darges' grandson) would be able to play really varied sets in his goal to conquer the world! (Our world) Len

Oh yes, we wouldn't stop long Len

I just love the highlighted line above Great overall post - It shows how 'erked' (Not sure if that is actually a word) we are! I suppose it means some of us think..."Yeh, great if these younguns feel the same passion, but we don't wanna see it going on"....And I'm with you on the pain of it! Len

That's handy, I'm probably going to Scotland in the summer so will look something up. Cheers, Len

Let's be careful of the OVO thing - It's more what would people think to a younger person doing it his way, basically ripping up the rule book Len

Great stuff - There's no problem, just a light hearted discussion (Just like all the threads) All the best, Len

I said hear of, not go and see........Mind you, I may get away with attending (just) Len

If someone is 20 years old he would be a 'Johnny come lately' (But I do get your point).....I'm thinking of a young lad who has took the time to understand the scene and all its' history, has the passion, and is a really good D.J, but simply wants to have the luxury of being able to play absolutely anything to people of the like (who would feed off such a person), who dares to fly in the face of Northern Soul as we know it because he strongly believes that is the way to go now - Taking all the flack that would go with it, but with the confidence of knowing he is doing what he does for good reason Len

Maybe some peoples' views have changed since 'The great record crash of 2016' Or 'Black Tuesday' as some now call it Len

Good point, but let's presume they have a 20 year old who understands D.Jing, maybe chooses to use the mike, and has that passion in what he is playing (but without actual records) I hope this topic isn't making some of you out there feel ill Len

Ok, it's just that some of my friends on the Scene still call me 'Young Lenny' / or 'Youngun' (for short).......I'm 45 and a half years old!!! Len

I don't dispute that mate - I'm talking when our families are wondering what to do with 'Dads' box of records' (In years to come) Len So just to concur - You're pretty adamant about that Len

I know there's some, but are there really plenty? Great stuff if this is really the case Len