Kevinkent

It's patently obvious that the only correct answer is "Wanky Skanky Make Abuck Ortwo" - Kev

If you view the full article and look at your own photo's, on the inside lid of the open black box containing the white record sleeves, four exposed rivets can clearly be seen. On all of the boxes, and this is particularly clear on your website photos, the orientation of the catch mechanism is the opposite to every other box I have seen with this type of catch. A simple search will illustrate this. I'm not saying they will open of their own accord but by opening with a downward motion they are more prone to being knocked or having pressure applied that may open them accidentally. - Kev

I have refurbished and sold more than a few of the genuine 60's/70's record boxes that this design is based on. Some were wooden and some were simply vinyl covered card. None of them were covered in expensive furniture coverings but all were undamaged after 50+ years of use and the most I sold them for was £25 though I'm aware that they can go for a little more. Finding a lockable model with a key was always a bonus - not because that is an adequate anti-theft device, but because it negates the likelihood of unwanted browsing and even accidental opening whilst carrying. The locks on the new boxes appear to be fitted upside down. Every single box (both old and new) that I have seen previously that has this type of catch opens by releasing from below. The jazzman boxes open by releasing from above, or from the top of the catch, which makes accidental opening much more likely - particularly once the catches become well worn as the release tab will fall away from the body of the case. Fitted the other (usual) way up this is much less likely to occur. It is/was usual for a covering to be applied to the inside of box lids. This would protect the contents from the 4 metal rivets that secure the handle brackets to the lid. Having had some of my paper sleeves damaged by exposed rivets, I used to ensure a covering was re-applied if missing. The rivets are exposed on these jazzman boxes. Have a look at the photos if you're uncertain what I'm talking about, then decide for yourself if these are 'ultimate' and warrant such a hefty price tag. btw I no longer refurbish and sell old models obtained from boot fairs and record shops. - Kev.

Interesting. I wasn't aware of the 1071 'Yvonne Baker & The Sensations' being a '70's reissue. The story I read was of a rapid name change to promote Yvonne as a solo artist. I didn't know of the label variations of the 1010 copy either, but just a quick glance at YouTube brings them to light unless one is a bootleg. I have a 1010 white demo credited to ' The Sensations with Yvonne Baker'. The other 1010 appears to be credited to ' Yvonne Baker & The Sensations' - with 'The Sensations' being relegated to a substantially smaller font. - Kev

No probs Ady, see you tomorrow. Don't pass on the mp3 and you can choose which suits. - Kev

Just had a listen and exactly the same take to my ears. Reckon it was 're-branded' to give Yvonne a push as an artist in her own right. Could bring along a 1010 demo to the 100 Club tomorrow, though I'm sure your fine with David's mp3 . - Kev

Have a word with Dave Moore. Apparently he bumped into these guys in the States. I think it was during one of the Soultrip USA things and in a bar or maybe hotel bar. He thought the 4 (?) black guys looked likely candidates to be a group so went over and chatted. They'd heard the Brits were in town and said they were the Adams Apples. - Kev

The description you've given here surpasses any one-word grading in terms of accuracy. You could give a play grade and ensure that all relevant info re the hairline is included and is VERY obvious. A sound clip would of course help too. Others that sell frequently may offer different or better advice. I'm stating what I would be happy with as a potential buyer. Good luck. - Kev

And the description has changed too. The allusion to it being Rare Soul or even remotely soulful has gone. I've no objection whatsoever to the ad in it's current form - like the record itself, it just doesn't concern me. - Kev

Why does everyone have to to be a DJ? Just buy it and play it at home. - Kev.

Aim to get my copy soon. Also intend to attend the Tamla Motown Appreciation Society exhibition at the Horse Hospital, Collonade, Bloomsbury. It commences on Sat 3rd Dec so for me will be a good precursor to the 100 Club niter. Took a short drive today to Bexleyheath and knocked on the door of 139 Church Rd. I was curious as to wether the occupants were aware of the history of their home, with Dave Godin holding meetings of the TMAS there. No reply, but next door were astounded at the brief history lesson I supplied and assured me that the current occupants would be well chuffed. A copy of the book shortly headed for their coffee table I reckon. - Kev

No they don't. But they will call it Rare Soul or even a 'unknown rare soul indemander biggie' (or some such contradictory piffle) in desperation to try and get a sale. eBay has hundreds of them clogging up every search I make and now they're creeping their way onto this site. Very disappointing. - Kev

No, sounds like he should have stumped up fees but never does! - Kev

I wouldn't bother with that phone call. If PayPal suspect that you've been using 'friends & family' gift payments for purchases they can withdraw that facility to you. Maybe even bar you from using PayPal, I don't recall the details, but misuse of gifting is against their rules and they don't like it. - Kev

Well maybe Steve. If you happen to be part of the European scene or one of the enthusiastic youngsters on the current UK scene, then there is a distinct possibility that many of the classics that started us on our journey will be unknown to you. I once had a young lady, and latter day regular of the 100 Club exclaim to me "My God - I heard Right Track for the first time. What a tune!!" I didn't ridicule her. I was chuffed that she was so excited by something that got under my skin all those years ago. Did her a CD of similar tunes all unknown to her and it might even have included LCAG. - Kev

Yep, you're right. Told you I was grumpy. With this particular buyer it does seem strange that he's given the same feedback so often (thanks Philippe). Is he claiming that all of those 'nothing's failed to be delivered? Surely not.

Feedback sounds fair enough to me - and he hasn't slated you. You refunded and got a positive feedback. The potential buyer may have decided to ignore similar copies and waited to bid for yours. He may have watched it patiently and placed the winning bid(s) in the final seconds rather than snipe it. Then he gets nothing for his efforts. It wasn't your fault but the buyer is probably feeling ever so slightly annoyed. Whats he supposed to say? - what a top transaction it was? Sorry but I just don't get it when either sellers or the system let you down and just because you're not out of pocket at the end of the day you're expected to enthuse over the whole deal. - Kev a.k.a. Grumpy

Just finished packing. A very early couple of hours kip and then off to Gatwick for the 0545 flight. Destination Mojacar and Dave & Bev Moore's fantastico Hitsville Weekender. Great company, great music, no nonsense. - Kev & Pam

The research is fundamentally flawed. It is unclear if the professor is referring to Soul music or Northern Soul as he states and gives a timeline for the former but bases his questions and phraseology on the latter. Why state " from the 1960's to the late 1970's" and then ask a question about the 1970/80's? In fact why mention the 1960's at all when the largest section of questions (16 out of a total 37 questions) are specifically about Wigan Casino? I'm sure that many that attended Wigan will answer enthusiastically, but those that didn't attend will feel alienated by those questions and will be unlikely to respond. Add to that a couple of leading questions and Russell Gilbert's observation that the given view is that Northern Soul is a thing of the past and all does not bode well for an accurate piece of research. Is the University of Wolverhampton's department of History, Politics and War Studies, really about to re-write the history books? - Kev

Terrible news and so sad. RIP Ben. Condolences to family and all that were close. - Kev

Got to agree with that. Neither tune is on YouTube. - Kev

More sad news. RIP Chrissie. - Kev.

Revilot ..............Toliver - Kev

If you're playing something of lesser quality do you fry your eggs and pretend all the noise is from the frying pan? - Kev

I was wondering if I'm alone in this. If I want to play 2 particular 45's I will possibly have to play a couple of others in between in order to make them 'fit'. I know there are some dj's who wont have a clue what I am on about as they only own about a dozen records and still can't put a set together. But, I'm talking about playing at home with no audience. It could be that I'm generally using a mixer and twin decks, so the transition from one track to another is instant and therefore more noticeable. Something tells me though that I'm just being a bit OCD there just has to be a more pleasing sequence than randomness. Anyone else? - Kev