Bob Spendlove

Following last months soul night when Tim Ashibende & Fradders once again delivered pure quality soul music, we are delighted to announce Dave Flint will be our guest DJ at the April's Shirt Club. Dave has a fantastic collection and is one of Manchesters best kept secrets. Dave was a regular guest DJ for Carl & Maria Willingham due to his reputation for simply playing great music and filling dance floors. Don't mention Marcus Rashford to him

Stoke on Tour in March 2025 Dave Cartlidge & myself are joined by three of Stoke’s finest collectors & DJ’s Tim Ashibende will be making a swift return after his appearance in September 2024 when he treated us to his incredible knowledge of artists, producers and label owners, not to mention some brilliant music keeping the dance floor rammed. Without doubt one of the best DJ’s around. Johnny Beggs, one of Stoke’s main collectors and like Tim a mindful of knowledge. Hopefully he will bring a few unknowns off his treasured master tapes. Fradders will be be making another return to the Shirt Club having already visited us several times. A very in demand and busy guest DJ, from Stoke to France via Barbados. Fradders also presents a regular radio show covering all genres of Soul Music No doubt the above will bring out the best in Dave & myself and March 7th will be an evening of sublime soul music and a very busy dance floor. Stoke on Tour so makes so your in early to secure a seat.

After a great event in January we are delighted to announce this months guest DJ’s joining Dave and myself are. Paul “Pep” Hayden - One of the main men behind the successful Newtown Alldayers in Wigan. Derek “The Duck” Watmough one of the scene’s longest servants and a DJ of vast knowledge & experience. On a personal level I’m really pleased one of my besties, Phil Broadhurst is back behind the decks on Friday. As many of you will know Phil has been away from the scene for a few years caring for Linda who sadly lost her battle and passed away recently. Obviously a very tough and emotional time for Phil. Phil is one of the scene’s Gentlemen so I hope many of you can join us on Friday and support Phil’s return to the decks and being back amongst his friends, I know he’s really looking forward to playing some great music for his friends. A venue for lovers of authentic soul music with something for everyone

Kicking off our 9th year, this month Dave Cartlidge and myself are delighted that joining us behind the decks will be two of the country’s top DJ’s. From the Midlands we have the scenes busiest DJ Ted Massey who certainly knows how to fill the dance floor. Along with Ted we have local Wigan resident and committed soul enthusiast Jordan Wilson, who is keeping the scene alive and the main pioneer for the younger generation. It goes without saying both Ted & Jordan will play fantastic music keeping the dance floor busy. This is a night not to be missed if you like great upbeat soul music. Great venue, atmosphere, dance floor and cheap bar prices. Everyone welcome.

This month Dave & myself will be joined behind the decks by Little George, who no doubt will blend his experience and knowledge to deliver a magical set. Natalie and Alan have been rescheduled for early in 2025 Whilst normal service will be resumed musically after our successful MOTOWN v PHILLY night there will be a special nostalgic hour, that will transport us back to the Casino from the 19th March 1977, it will mirror a recording I did on the night. You will need your dancing shoes I hope you will join us for our last event of 2024 which has seen some fantastic nights and great guest DJ’s Everyone welcome to enjoy the Shirts renowned atmosphere, magical music, great dance floor, and cheap drinks. See you on the 6th Dec for finale 2024 Night then onto our 9th year in 2025 Thanks for your incredible support in 2024

In addition to our regular Soul Nights this month we are holding a clash of the labels, Motown v Philadelphia International. Without doubt two of the most iconic record labels to exist. This is definitely a night for the dancers finger snappers, oh and a room full of those simply singing along to music we all love. DJ’s Bob Spendlove, Pete Ratcliffe, Gary Mattock & Phil Jones playing records that others don’t. in the words of Lou Rawls - See you when I get there.

This month joining our resident DJ’s Bob Spendlove and Dave Cartlidge we are delighted to have Chris Anderton, Dave Lucas and Carl Edborg guesting for us. Chris is a renowned Collector, DJ, promoter and record dealer. Along with Dave Lucas he is the man behind the fantastic DAB events, including the DAB radio show every Monday evening and of course the brilliant DAB Weekender. Chris also runs Midas Touch Records, supplying great in-demand vinyl. Dave, has been collecting soul music since Derby won the old First Division and is a font of knowledge, he’s also a very nice chap and a very experienced DJ Some of you may not know Carl well but in my opinion he is the best thing to come out of Sweden since Volvo & IKEA’s Meatballs / Dime bars. He is without doubt a fantastic DJ with a collection that speaks for itself. Carl is happy playing a £5 record as much as he is digging a £5k record out, he is so musically focused to the dance floor. The only warning I have don’t try and go pint for pint with him he has no boundaries. Beer in Sweden is expensive so he fills his boots when in the UK All three are gentlemen who will deliver a master class of great soul music.

Joining our resident DJ’s Bob Spendlove & Dave Cartlidge, this month we are delighted to have two of the scenes most knowledgeable, respected and experienced guest DJ’s. Tim Asibende & Baz Maleady Tim is without doubt one of the soul scenes legendary DJ’s / Collectors and dealers, discovering many of the records we love, developing relationships with the artists, producers & label owners. Baz is a renowned collector, DJ and promoter, currently the man behind the North West’s best two roomed event Cultcheth. The Shirt Club is now in it’s 8th year, which is a testament to the quality of National DJ’s we invite to keep the dance floor busy and the atmosphere passionate, full of soul

This month the Shirt Club night will be dedicated to one of our regular members who sadly passed away recently, Lee Kenny. For over 8 years Lee was part of the team often our roadie and technical director. The music will be our regular mix of oldies, crossover and the odd unknown thrown in. Guest DJ’s joining Dave Cartlidge & Bob Spendlove will be Andy McCabe, Ashley Fellows & Sam McConnell (Lee’s cousin)

After eight years we have built a great reputation for playing across the board soul music, from the rarest of the rare, classic Northern Oldies to in demand Crossover. Last month was off the scale musically. June will be no different but will focus on more classic underplayed oldies and dance floor fillers. I will be unavailable in June but my fellow resident DJ Dave Cartlidge will be joined by several local guest DJ’s Pete Ratcliffe Ashley Fellows, Phil Jones / Alan Gilroy (Double Decking) Derek Watmough Sam McConnell. Promises to be a great evening under the guidance of DC & Pete.

The Shirt Club - The small club with a big atmosphere playing something for everyone. Now in our 8th year of filling the dance floor with experienced DJ’s & Collectors. Resident DJ’s Bob Spendlove / Dave Cartlidge May Guest DJ’s Ian Cunliffe, Natalie Nichols & Alan Jenkins. DJ’s who play authentic soul music from the heart

Following continued requests from our regulars we have agreed to do a few one off events, the first being a Motown evening. The DJ for the night Bob Spendlove Pete Ratcliffe Gary Mattock

Another night of atmospheric music, something for everyone and always a busy dance floor. Joining me this month behind the decks this month 3 well known excellent DJ’s, each with great collections Dave Cartlidge- Stoke John Clement - The Wirral Shane Cheeserough - Newbury

The Shirt Soul Club Hampson St Radcliffe M26 4TN Resident DJ - Bob Spendlove Feb 2024 Guest DJ Nick McKinnon. Gary Mattock & Michael M Taylor For 8 years we have been playing authentic soul music across the board with some of the UK’s top collectors/ DJ’s guesting Great Atmosphere, Good dance floor & Bar prices to make you smile