Maria O

The last couple of years, I've been slowly bringing over my collection from Australia and had no problems. Most of it was hand luggage, but air freighted a few boxes too. Leaving Sydney Airport from my last visit home, the guy who scanned my luggage just said (in his best suburban aussie accent): "have you just got lots and lots of records in there?". I thought it was priceless! We used to fly with our playboxes between Oz cities over the years before this and only one friend had to put his records in the hold. That was because he was over the weight limit (us girls generally got away with murder ) Also, I get to European soul nights about 5 to 7 times a year now and travel with a least one person who is DJing. The only real problem I ever saw was July 2004 at Stanstead. Security were bordering on a strike and delayed him for over an hour, just checking through his vinyl over and over. He kept asking the guy to please be careful as he handled them, but the guy was a prat. We should have missed the plane, but a stroke of unconventional luck got us through We went to Spain a few weeks ago whilst the security restrictions were still high. No problems for either of the guys with play boxes with them and we landed 4 hours after scheduled ...not bad for EasyJet! [For some reason, ever since Sept 11th, i'm nearly always security checked leaving the uk (probably because I have olive skin?). They only asked to x-ray my shoes that time, so it was a bonus run] m

Nightmare week so didn't have enough time to open the parcels that arrived this week and put them away for later ..I was expecting a couple of rather tasty bits; forgot they came When at home, I prefer to play my records when I'm alone - so better hop to it before the other half wakes up I'd like to stop buying as I don't use them to play out over here ...I try, but I can't Records are the children I forgot to have, probably would love them more too m

I made that mistake first . Pretty obvious you have the wrong record when you get one home. "Take me Baby" was not so easy . I'll be seeing the guy I first heard play it, this weekend. He may be willing to let it go now, though my begging got me nowhere when I needed it (picked it up cheaper online ...similar to >this person<). m

I've seen lots of gals collect, just not seen that many sell. Men can be far less emotionally attached to their vinyl ...imho . We can't be so disposable with something we love It makes more sense that Williams III came first - unless he was somehow able to reissue it after making some money (a dream to have a label?) ..pretty unlikely. A couple of years ago, I tracked down a group performing in texas (I think) who claimed in their promotions to be associated with Lil Major Williams (it implied he was no longer alive). I have the data on my old machine and may get the hard-drive sorted some day to grab the files. Think they were called something like the Majors. Anyway... Tried phoning but the club gave out a number for a girl who said she wasn't in the band. I couldn't be arsed pushing a good thing too far. m ps. you're right about that feedback

you could also try > Western Union < or get an IMO from your bank (found to be a bit of a 'come back in 3 hours' pain in the uk compared to 'instant' oz). If the seller gives you their bank details, you can do that cheaper via the bank. m

and don't you think it's really funny when one person plays a record and it clears the floor, then another person plays it an hour or two later and it packs it (or visa versa)? ...nah, neither do I m

It's a fabulous tune, isn't it . Glad someone else loves it... I'm a proud owner (can't sell) and wish I could hear it out more for a boogie :dance: m

I was never "respected" , but I think I know what you mean (ps. who are you sunnysoul??? - PM me pls). For many years it was usual to have 3 or 4 females on the decks at a Sydney soul night, and it was no big deal to expect either a Bruce or Betty up there. (Politics hit later when tastes broadened and there were more and more djs) I had a rude shock in the uk, a time warp actually and I've said "f*** off" lots Karen I sometimes wandered through record dealer boxes when I visited the uk a few years ago, but don't really bother since I moved here permanently a couple of years ago (although I still collect). It's just nauseating hearing constant rude comments on a night out. Guys think they are so smart and funny when they say a woman shouldn't have records, or think it's a compliment to say that you have good records for a woman, or ask you why you aren't dancing to your man's dj set, or call you someone's "mrs" (which is extreemly insulting back home, both to the woman and her man), ..or think they should have a pat on the back for putting a female dj on, or ... etc. AND women who moan about not getting a break because they're women - do more harm than good (and wind me up bigtime ) Truth is, it stops being an issue when the balance is there and it stops cropping up as such a reoccuring topic. But it's a hard task inviting positive distrimination - like the politicians now defending how many women their party has in winning seats and how many more they will bring in (pass me the sick bag please) Good luck to those who want to be the role models for all that confusing mess (and remember that a thick skin is great practice for those comments when you're on the decks ) . As much as I dreadfully miss playing out regularly, I would hate to be one of those gals named above. - Have had enough of that bull dust working in the construction industry, so don't need the hassle on my time off Ignore the little f**kers and just get on with it m

and I wouldn't blame you either - it's your choice and people should respect your privacy if you want it. I used to cop a lot of flack back home for not giving my names away, but it's like someone wanting a copy of your recent acquisitions list and credit card statement. I first went private when someone posted feedback with my name in it and I felt really embarrassed with his comment. I keep multi-accounts for different records and have access to the other half's account when I want. Not an isolated incident here either, but the best for me was when someone came up to me and asked me what my other half paid for a record. I fibbed and said I couldn't remember (it seemed more polite than "ask him if he wants to tell you - I don't own him") and then she proceeded to tell me what he'd paid. ...Well, what could I say to that? Another favourite shocker is to call the bidder with fluffy stories (eg. about the seller or a find) in an effort to turn them off bidding. Also, some big DJs get followers watching their bids/buys - to pick up early what may become the next big sound (or cover-up). You can't really blame them for name-changing or going private. Sellers are often buyers too - you could turned off "private" to sell but can be a pain to find. Having private feedback does not stop any member looking up what you bid on in the last 90 days, plus your positive/neutral/negative feedback statistics can be seen. All it does is stop the actual comments being seen, although I've heard there are ways around that too. m

I'm one of those dancers (3,) that need a few drinks in her first, but not to dance to overplayed stuff, just to dance . when i saw this topic, I thought it was to post your ideal dj set - not necessarily records you owned, as it was focused towards "if you were a dj" (-hence I would expect that "one offs" & similar would be excluded). So I'm not sure why it turned into about what you own (and to be honest, I own many of my favourite records, but I doubt many would be interested in my ideal list ) Maybe I read it wrong or I'm just grumpy for getting up too early - but although Trevski's set (particularly the 2nd half) would be my choice over Bazza's - I think the guy was rather brave to post his set up and some of you "that's overplayed" and "lots of good cheap records out there" moaners, should wear SOUL POLICE tee-shirts . ...Can't we play nasty&nice by just talking about what actual records are great or crap? It's just that I've met quite a few people who confess that they don't post much on lists because they fear attack - so I get a bit sensitive about this now and then m ps. Construction = big poo poo

Noel

Running from memory, the "the sun came out" version came first and is harder to pick up. I had a couple of copies with "the thought of me losing you" which were about for £10-£25 over the last few years. "I Just Can't forget your name" is a great track BTW They also recorded on a minor pink label before Dot, but I can't remember it now, even though I have one. It looks like Sugar for obvious "shadow of a memory" reasons, but I can't recall the name on the tip of my thingy. m

I thought she only said that Joe Jama packed dancefloors and that they played it, not that we should be sheep . Personally, I think it's horrid and the high pitched instrument sounds like someone scrapping their nails down a chalkboard. I've begged two of those lads NOT the play the ruddy thing, but indecent people keep requesting it and dancing to it, so these misguided men think they are doing a good job if people actually dance to their sets! ...good taste -> shame you can't bottle it m

I used to hammer their other release "I'm Your Fool" but don't rate this, Did some research on them for an article, but it's on my crashed laptop. Must get those filezs some day. If you dig hard enough, this has been chatted about before on Soul Source. m

..or boy/boy or girl/girl...or any such 'love'/'lost love theme, ya mean?... it's a very difficult question for me, because all my favourites tear at my heart strings with such themes. Actually, I had a rude awakening recently when I went to choose some love songs for a special occassion, and realised that most of my collection seems to revolve around a hearttbreak theme. Away from that kind of relationship, I'd finally have to say 'Color Him Father'. Played it lots when I lost my dad and always dedicated it to him after that (when I did radio back home). Obviously it was usually the OC Smith version, far above the others imho. Alternatively, something with a political/social message probably; like 'wear your natural baby' or 'people'. ...The 'dance, dance, dance' type of records, generally only make me moan m

I lived there up to a couple of years ago - Barry's a nice guy from what I recall. He'll have mates from his city on this list with details to hand, but if you get stuck - drop me a PM. m

...he'll be 65 before the year is out and started DJing in 1968 - although nothing like what he plays now m

Are you asking coz you stay in so much? No, can't agree. Lots of nights DO advertise their styles right and even post up playlists. If we all had the magic formula, then the lack of attendances wouldn't be such a reoccurring point. Can't agree with those who knock the number of nights about though. If anyone has the balls to put on and promote a night (without purposely trying to destroy someone else's do), then 'good luck to them' I say! m

We don't attend any do monthly... although we get out to lots - some only annually. But this is the quietest time of the year, so attendances must be at their lowest about now. It also makes sense for anyone thinking of closing down, doing it about now. (There do seem to be a noticible number tho'.) Perhaps with all the new fears with flying, the money and the punters may stay in the uk more in the future? Anyway, I like the diversity of the scene - I adore only two decades of soul, but like it well mixed and varied for my high. Sadly, some really good nights are quiet - but obviously that's because what I think is good, isn't everyone's cup of tea (I don't get 'tea' ). It's interesting when people judge a soul night more on who was there, buzzing on lots of chat rather than what was played. Then again, I've seen some major hype about some nights on this list, but wonder if I was really there when I attend and see a small group. Then there's always those oldies nights that are lock-outs with more progressive nights struggling nearby... many have tried to crack that egg. Maybe any changes in attendances aren't social/economic/demographic. Maybe the scene is finally becoming primarily disposable, rather than generally being loyal to a particular club? ...dunno, just felt like a waffle m

Then might it help if the seller adopts a strip across their record with their website/email/ebay name (as used by some already)? I assume it's to help guard against scan theft (used for fake sales later), but could also hide the 'not for sale' text. m

I just had someone ask near me ask this and he expected me to give the usual answer "I don't care", but I read this out loud instead . Apparently, it's true - ta! I have it on both labels and was recently shocked at how much the 2nd issue was fetching compared to the original release (posted it on another list). I have the order on good authority, asked coz I keep meaning to sell my "spare" labels ...someday m ps. go Aussies!!! Horns were blazing on the Sydney streets after their draw tonight. "Better than the olympics", my friend wrote

perhaps these apply? We're Not Too Young To Fall In Love - Jackey Beavers Show I Want A Girl - Blue Steam I Love You Baby - Ambers m

No, I messed up. Just realised that it was a certain record that I always think goes well with Satin (hence my brain connection). The weekender hit me mid-week besides. ...I should stick with dribble posts in future, I don't even remember the names of the records I have. m

when I spent a year in the UK a few years ago, NigeS (through NigeB) sorted me for a lift and place to stay a couple of times. He always gave you a big smile and chats for ages, usually throwing in some pretty bad jokes to make you cringe, until you smiled back. He always wore his heart on his floral sleeve and is one of the few people that talked about real things in their lives (like his lost son), rather than just the dribble of soul night small-talk (although he could do that too). I never thought he'd actually walk the Inca Trail last year, but he did. Back then he said he could die happy now. As usual I cursed him back and he knew the latest wind-up had worked It's strange to think that we'll never bump into him again, very hard to believe right now ....rest in peace mate.... m