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Re: GoreHounds SC - George Bolton

Charlie — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 10:40:07 -0000

Keep up the good work Jimmy, I hope the website inspires others
in a positive way while viewing so come on all the viewers, sends us
your memories, and some words, you have a forum, a big hello to the Globetrotters, we have all walked many different paths over the years,
but we can still trace our roots back to The Scene Club, so keep the faith.
Take care Jimmy, we're 2 peas in a Mod! ha,ha!

Re: R.I.P

Charlie — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 16:27:05 -0000

If its possible Jim to put a request on the jukebox for Shaun,Jackie,
Pek,Billy and wee Div Ken Boothes"Everything I Own" from all of us to them
we're grown up I guess, but never apart a big thanks Jim for making this possible, we're all proud of you,God bless

Re: Glasgow Bandstand

Charlie — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 17:32:17 -0000

I have fond memories of the band stand, there was always a buzz in
the air,if you were skint, somebody would buy you a drink,and when you
got paid you would return the favour we all stood by one another, it was
like one big family. A lot of good bands played there, and I remember a
young guy playing "Thats Entertainment" on his Fender one Sunday morning.
He came from Uddingston, what a voice he had, a young Justin Currie from
Del Amitri The Loving Spoonful was his favourite bands I recall him telling me.
It wasn't all about fights, you could be you, the laughter never gets left behind,
or the characters we knew its tatooed on our hearts.

Re: Pshychedlic Tribute

Charlie — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 04:50:11 -0000

Thanks Jimmy for reuniting me with my paisley pattern boxers
last seen at your mums house before we went to the East Kilbride
Olympia 1985,now immortalised in the opening credits of your
Psychedelic Tribute, you stole my girlfriends,that I didn't mind,but
my favourite boxers? but in the name of art I forgive you Keep The
Faith and my boxers.Charlie

Re: THE Who and Lambretta Clothing

Charlie — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 12:37:07 -0000

Thanks for the info you learn something new every day cheers Jimmy

Re: THE Who and Lambretta Clothing

Charlie — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 14:41:44 -0000

Do you think they sell 1985 paisley boxers? Then I can play my
Who song "I'm One" to feel complete,only joking its a good idea
and good luck with the partnership.

Re: Otis Redding - RSG

Charlie — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:24:04 -0000

Sock It To Them JT! Soulful,Soulful! Brilliant,just keeps on
getting better RESPECT! pure Toon,wee man,24 carat Soul
gold.

Re: Glasgow Bandstand

Charlie — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:56:38 -0000

Hi Danny The Mod glad to know you remember my parties
for the good times they were,Sharon is happily married in
London with a 2 year old daughter called Emily,wee Rab
can found in Nice n Sleazy most Sunday's if you fancy
coming along Big Jason is in London still, Marcello is married
to an Irish girl in Springburn,met him last year,on my way to
see The Doors the S.E,C.C. I believe John Nally has gone
back to France, I'm here, so is Livi if you want to come to
Blackfriars last Friday of the month see you there nice to hear
from you Danny and I hope life has treated you well since and after
Queenslie,awra best Charlie

Re: Northern Soul Tribute

Charlie — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 19:16:59 -0000

Well done Dr Evil! Its a pity we never captured Welshy's unique
backflip 360 degree earspin on camera at Friday Street that night
not so long ago when we met up,that was a classic! DON'T TRY
THAT AT HOME KIDS,AS IT TAKES YEARS OF TRAINING WHILE
DRINKING LOTS OF LAGER TO PERFECT.Fabtabulous Northern Soul
video,Jimmy, is that Hendy go go dancing on the chess board? ha,ha!
From your Nemisis say hi to Mini Me JT Jnr from Uncle Powers

Re: R.I.P

Charlie — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 16:46:49 -0000

Nice to see a photo of Big Chris, it was Chris and Joe Baz that introduced
Northern Soul to Glasgow FACT, in The Scene Club I can remember Chris
playing Edwin Starrs "Time" the very first time I had ever heard it. Thanks
for the good times Big Yin.

Re: Phil Daniels - Mods R4

Charlie — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 19:24:14 -0000

Excellent Radio 4 programme,very informative to all the young Mods
out there try and get a copy of Terry Rawlings book THEN,NOW AND
RARE British Beat 1960-1969 one of the best books I have come across
about Beat groups I picked up a copy at WH SMITHS a while ago its a gold
mine waiting to be discovered,Jimmy as always you come up with something
different,loved it wee man these kind of programmes are long overdue,about
time Mods got some decent Press,Phil Daniels, I want your children! ha ha!

Re: Bringing Back Those Memories

Charlie — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:19:53 -0000

Nice to see fresh talent around good song very original and not manufactured
by Simon Cowell, AMEN BROTHER! and its all his own work, hats off to him
for that,good luck he's got a great future in front of him.

Re: Is Northern Soul 4 U ?

Charlie — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 13:36:54 -0000

I agree with what you are saying, but some dances I have been to the DJ'S
play the music for themselves and not to the crowd, I love Northern Soul and
Motown it uplifts us for a couple of hours helps to forget how crap life can be
outside your front door. Long may it continue the perfect remedy of such
an uncaring society.Keep The Torch Burning!

Re: Glasgow Mod Photos

Charlie — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 06:59:41 -0000

Nice to see some old faces Shirley Ross, where are you now?Answers on
a postcard Welshy looks younger now tha he did then,ha ha! Cheers Div for
The Glasgow City Cruisers photo a real joy to see come on all you'se old
Mods dig your photos out and put them on the website has anybody got a
photo of Baz Scooter "Nessie" I would love to see that again. All the best.

Re: Melting Pot 15th Feb

Charlie — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 06:22:55 -0000

Went last night to the new Zicos Bar in Wishaw,absolute stormer of a night,plenty of room to strut your stuff,the staff were brilliant,even the bouncers
were friendly,had a great chat with one of them who was a Mod from Bellshill,even the owner was bopping away to the music while serving behind the bar, a big thanks to The Melting Pot boys for all their hard work for going the extra mile in making it all happen,a brilliant,eclectic mix of 45's across the board.Something for everyone,even mad Spiders "New York,New York" by Old Blue Eyes at the end had everyone up.I came in with a smile,left with a grin like a Cheshire cat! Full marks,a 5 star deluxe venue,I had a blast! This is Charles Murphy News At Ten,Maryhill.Reporting for www.glasgowmods.co.uk.

Re: Davie (Div) Malcolm - Thanks

Charlie — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 11:24:01 -0000

Cheers Div smashing photos I will dig out my Dunbar Scooter Rally photos myself shortly, get them on the site a.s.a.p ,Jimmy speak to you soon.All the best.Charlie

Re: Quadrophenia

Charlie — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 12:55:28 -0000

Even after all these years,still gives me butterflies, watching "Quadrophenia" Leslie Ash in her prime before she became a botox induced "NIPPY SWEETIE" what a waste of natural beauty,its true when people say their lives changed over night after watching the movie,mines did,no regrets before or after seeing this movie,any dance I have been to,soon as "Green Onions" or "Louie,Louie" comes on its exactly like the scenes in "Quadrophenia" there no denying it.Long may it continue,and influence millions like us,looking for a new direction.

Re: Paul Weller Dates

Charlie — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:53:58 -0000

Hello Frankie66, welcome to the website,look forward to meeting you,no doubt I will see you at Friday Street if you are there at the end of this month,there are some great events happening in the next few months,glad to have you on board, see you soon.

Re: MaryHill Roadrunners

Charlie — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 10:27:03 -0000

EXCELLENT! cheers Speno for the photos,strange seeing Keg as a Mod again,thanks for sharing them with us, The Polish Club brings back some happy times,here Jimmy about time you put some Monkees music on in the background,what took you so long? Once again cheers Speno,by the way you and Welchy still didn't pay for your soup and coffee,waiter service at my house on Wednesday,ya pair of Beatniks!All the best!

Re: Jukebox

Charlie — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:06:55 -0000

Hi,Malcolm hope you like your request thanks for letting me know "Jesamine" is one of Paul Wellers favourite songs, even I didn't know that, you learn something new every day,I had a great time at Sleazies on Sunday, met a lot of interesting people, the place was buzzing it was nice to see Ricky and Drummy there I can still remember Ricky driving past The Bandstand on his Scooter wearing an UNDERTAKERS HAT!!! pure originality all the best mon ami.

Re: MaryHill Roadrunners

Charlie — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:30:31 -0000

Hi Jimmy a good song to relax to if you want to chill out if you are working to hard "Pretty Song from "Psych Out" by The Strawberry Alarm Clock mellow lyrics,good vibes

Re: Sandie Shaw - Rehearsal TOTP 65

Charlie — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 16:56:48 -0000

LOVE IT! another Glasgow Mods 1st,leave them puzzled,eh Jimmy?Unique piece of footage,what a babe! Well done wee man,well done.

Re: Video

Charlie — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 20:50:13 -0000

Beautiful song, Bryan Hyland,another under rated and talented, saw him just under 2 years ago at The Royal Concert Hall, what a powerhouse of a performer!A lot of people don't realise that "Gypsy Woman" was produced by Del Shannon and if you are lucky enough to get a copy of Del singing "I Wake Up Crying" you will hear the early blue print for The Small Faces sound,check it out,if you think I'm wrong I will buy you a drink.Answers on a postcard or e-mail.

Re: Chi Lites

Charlie — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 11:18:15 -0000

"To Change My Love" says it all, about people,jealousy and envy,the Gospel truth on vinyl,The Chi-Lites at their soulful best! Keep The Faith! ask any soldier the first casualty of any war is the truth.Amen soul brothers and sisters.

Re: Jack Nicholson - Psych Out

Charlie — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 16:55:59 -0000

Well folks we hope you enjoyed Charlie and Jimmy's Sugar Cube Experience,The Strawberry Alarm Clock were more than just"Incense And Peppermints"one hit wonders,if you listen to "The World's On Fire" at the end of the video you will know were Michael Stipe of R.E.M got inspiration for their hit "The One I Love"my anti drugs message Don't Ever Attempt This High,speaks for itself,stay safe and live for the moment,I am not a preacher just someone who survived and if it wasn't for Jimmy The Mod and Livi I wouldn't be here now I owe you'se my life,cheers! I hope the younger Mods and lasses enjoy the "Psych-Out" video and anyone else who views the website from Charlie the rusty and creaking,but very much alive,Tangerine Knight,ha ha!

Re: Glasgow Bandstand

Charlie — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 17:08:41 -0000

Hi Danny,great to hear from you, mentioned to Livi you had been in touch,Drummy as well,they are all asking for you,don't tell John Nally about the dog food sandwiches,that was a full tin he ate on bread,ha ha! Livi is doing well,saw Rab on Sunday at Sleazies hopefully we will all meet up soon,take care Danny.

Re: Glasgow Bandstand

Charlie — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 17:30:14 -0000

The Glasgow Civics was a fantastic one off phase,I remember when we got the badges made,50 of them,next thing I knew,everyone had them,couldn't figure out where all the mods got them from?saw literally hundreds of them being worn,the penny dropped when I saw they were being sold in Virgin Mega Stores thieving gits blagged our badges,the background colours of the badge were based on Big Jasons Harlequin Hipsters,and wee Rab thought up the name Glasgow Civics,so now you know Danny,wild and carefree times.

Re: Mike Smith DCF - R.I.P

Charlie — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 15:32:02 -0000

Sad to hear of Mike Smith's passing away today,"Because" one of my personal private,cherished songs,of The Dave Clark 5,Mike at his soulful finest hour,God bless ya Mike!

Re: Glasgow Bandstand

Charlie — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 22:05:49 -0000

Hello Big Paul, or should I say"Boris The Spider",ha,ha! Glad to know your alive and well,its the wee small hours in the morning,just clicked on to the site and I saw your name,hope you enjoy the website Big Yin,if your ever in Glasgow pop up and see me,we will have a good chat,ok?Refresh my memory and let me know the name of the band you and John Nally were in.As you can see from our In Memory section,a few of the boys and lasses didn't make it past the finishing post,I was listening to Eric Burdons "Good Times" and it certainly was,then,inbetween,and this very moment in time, I had the most amazing chat with 2 up and coming,talented musicians earlier on tonight,on the verge of forming a band,so good luck for the future,same to you Paul from you know who?

Re: Glasgow Mods - Jim Glass

Charlie — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 09:39:55 -0000

To Jim and Rab, a huge thanks for sharing your memories and photos with us
and the rest of the world to see,that us Glasgow Mods past,present and tomorrow are here to stay,well done boys rare and stunning photos,first class
very iconic,true representation of our scene,once again thanks,Keep The Faith

Re: CranHill Mods - Robert McTear

Charlie — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 13:37:34 -0000

Hi Robert thanks for the photos and sharing the good times with us,if you see Prenty tell him I said a big hello, he knows me as Scissors,from our school days and The Scene Club,fantastic to see the original Cranhill and Sighthill Mods again,whatever happened to Davie Peacock?You know the last time I met him he was into Frankie Goes To Hollywood,how long ago was that,eh?A big thanks to Div Malcolm for all his help and we hope you enjoy the slideshow Rober,all the best,god bless.

Re: CranHill Mods - Robert McTear

Charlie — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 17:07:20 -0000

Cheers for the reply Mr McTear,it makes all the effort and research Jimmy"Dr Evil" and me have put into the Glasgow Mod website we only hope to inspire Mods,like us to get involved,Prenty got an LD Scooter? I remember when he use to drink bottles of "LD"!!! ha ha!,only kidding Prenty.A million thanks for your photos,their priceless,cheers for trusting us with them.Someone told me not so long ago,Geordie Clarke,another brilliant Mod from Bellrock Street,had joined the Foreign Legion,years agoafter the Scene Club closed,I can see him now dressed as Beau Geste on his Scooter backwheel spinning in a sand dune shouting in French,"My Giro,my Giro,my giro for a camel and a spade!" ha ha! Hope that puts a smile on your face, I don't drink,but you can buy me a Latte next time we meet,all the best Robert,adieu ra noo!

Re: CranHill Mods - Robert McTear

Charlie — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 17:40:46 -0000

Cheers for that Mr Malcolm, I can remember seeing the cine footage at The Scene of Rex showing off his injuries,that would be a trip and a half to see it again! A huge thanks Mr Malcolm Jimmy and I appreciate all your help,WE ARE THE MODS! God bless.

Re: Mods 79

Charlie — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 07:09:00 -0000

Mickey Crowbar,there is a LEGend of a name! ha ha! How many Scooterists and Mods can remember putting your Scooters in Gods hand for an M.O.T then after passing the M.O.T,driving away happy as Larry,then your kickstart fell off,push your Scooter back to Mickey Crowbars,only to be told your Cruciform was bent and badly needs repaired straight away! What a character he was,priceless! Thanks for The Mods 79 photo at Glasgow Green Div I LURVE IT!
Even better than The Mods May Day '79 album cover,no folks I ain't getting carried away on the crest of a wave of euphoric self indulgence,compare them for yourself,iconic frames of their time!SUPERB! Well done Div!

Re: Mods 79

Charlie — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 07:23:24 -0000

My humblest apologies Rab I put Divs name instead of yours DOH! Please
excuse me,I Had Too Much Too Dream Last Night! saw a White Rabbit running
around looking for Somebody To Love,Jeez,this Diet Coke is strong stuff,better sign off, I can hear Mr Mojo Risin' calling The End! ha ha! Keep The Faith!

Re: Uptight Club

Charlie — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 19:10:05 -0000

HI Paul,Charlie,here fantastic set of tunes at Uptight Club on Friday night,
as you can tell from my dancing and heel spins,I enjoyed the night! This Club
has so much potential,for the future,like a certain reminscent songs from the 80's"FUTURE'S SO BRIGHT,I GOTTA WEAR SHADES!" come on Pop Pickers,name the band? Been a long time since I have been to a dance that I have heard The Doors,The Yardbirds,The Small Faces, side by side, is EXCELLENT,WE'RE NOT WORTHY! so come on folks,check it out,The Uptight Club,its here to stay! Its not often, you see me dancing to The Smiths ,thought I was pure dead giving it laldy! Till some pure drap deid gorgeous,burd fae Royston!Said I danced like Tom JonesAhm still cringing,but I taken it well on my chin,both of them! In a classic one liner I read today from Elaine C. Smith,Royston burd! Olivia Newton John? You looked more like Olivia Newton Mearns!Ha,ha! Thanks Paul for a top night,Royston Burd,thanks, but no thanks!

Re: Mods 79

Charlie — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 18:47:41 -0000

Hi Modernworld, I actually went to school with Geo's sister, you knew her as Bell,to me she was "Big Izzy"

Re: Mods 79

Charlie — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 19:13:51 -0000

Sorry about that Modern World, I by mistake posted the comment without finishing it,we all went to Lochend Secondary Easterhouse,up at Commonhead I use to hear all the youngsters shouting "THERE'S THE FIRE BRIGADE COMING!" and coming down towards was Prenty and all the young Mods,about 12 of them on identical red 50 Specials,like I always say,being a Mod,the rush is never far away from you,the shop down The Salt Market is called Gilt Edge,use to sell some beautiful 2 Tone Suits and the best cheese cloth Paisley Pattern button down shirts I ever wore, Boston Pin Collars,I can remember they stocked 3 button Tartan suits when Madness brought out "Embarrassment" in the charts.They even stocked Adam And The Ants Gear and "Waiters" double breasted suits all the Posers used strut around in!!!
Amazing times,fashion wise,eh?

Re: Glasgow Bandstand

Charlie — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 19:35:50 -0000

Hi Isabell,I am the same Charlie,and how are you?Wee Rab from Cardonald is still here as well,if you want to pop down to Friday Street whenever you can make it,meet up for a chat no problem,Jimmy Tervit asked me about 7 weeks ago to get involved in this website,its been a pleasure since and I hope you like
what we are doing Wee Audrey is married to Davie"Banaman" Blair,remember his yellow hipsters from "The One Up" hence the name,hee, hee!They have been married for years now,have 2 kids I believe.Its such a buzz,hearing from you,if you have any photos,upload them to Jimmy at Admin,we'll do a slideshow for you similar to the ones on our website,you pick the music,there is nothing our website can not do to help keep the Mod spirit alive,past,present,and now,all the best Isabell,God bless.

Re: Glasgow Mod Photos

Charlie — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 17:37:02 -0000

Alright Rab, we are glad you liked what you saw in our website,if you have or
know anyone who has photos of yourself and Big Jason,we would be more than glad to put them here for you,there's a lot more to come in the next few months,
if you fancy an editorial section, contact Jimmy at Admin,we would welcome your input Robert The Spruce! All the best Rab.

Re: Photos

Charlie — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 17:58:07 -0000

Hi I believe in a conversation with Quinny some time ago,there is a certain Mod
I am not 100 per cent on who his name is it maybe Kevin Conn? He has The Glasgow Mod group photo of us all at The Pierce Institute,front page of the
local Govan Times on that crazy first night we had,so Quinny or Rab, or the owner of the newspaper, we would very much appreciate if you send or upload
the photo to Jimmy at Admin,that would be a real Easter treat for yer Auld Uncle
Charlie and most importantly,keep the Mod spirit alive and winkle pickin' 'n' kickin' for generations still to come."Good Times" as Eric Burdon sang ".....talkin' bout good times!"Charlie News At Ten,Maryhill!

Re: Photos

Charlie — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 18:23:03 -0000

Thought I was seeing things when I clicked on the Largs photo there no doubt about it the towering figure of Big Shaun,and "Mini Me" figure of Davie Blair!!!
What was that Reporter on?BROTHEL CREEPERS? methinks Suede Penny Loafers,huge difference,I think the Reporter was an old Teddy Boy,recovering from his injuries Mods 64,STYLE! ha,ha!

Re: Glasgow Bandstand

Charlie — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:18:58 -0000

Hi NG and Rab,great minds think alike, not less than 24 hours ago have I been
talking to Jimmy about the S.W.A.N.K Muriel Gray,programme about The Glasgow Mods interview at The Barras!!! I can tell you they interviewed Bridey
and Wee Louie and Sharon Curran outside The One Up and The Hawaiian Grill,I am trying to locate for this website,that very programme,I have contacted Channel 4, I will do my best to find it,Indiana Jones,STYLE!!!so if any one has it taped on VHS, or BetaMax,you know where we are,Bridey was wearing my double breasted raincoat,I had sold him for a fiver,that very morning, you will
also see Sharon Curran eating a roll and pie,while Muriel Gray is interviewing
Wee Louie, amongst others outside The H.Grill,ITS PURE DEAD GLESGA,SO
IT IS BY THE WAY!!! Oh before I go! I had spoke to someone at Friday Street
not more than 3 weeks ago about this very programme,lo and behold! they called me a lying "BLANKETY,BLANK!" well ya 2 faced git,read it and weep!TOON YA BASS!Next time please say it to me, not when my back is turned,thank you NG for putting the record straight on S.W.A.N.K,

Re: Photos

Charlie — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:53:47 -0000

I can remember Livi, leading us all into a mass pre Karaoke before version of "Do Wah Diddy" sing song on the train!!! that I will,never forget,me and Livi got a Boys In Blue escort in a van out of Girvan,all we done was soon as they let us go,jumped back on the first train,and we got back to Girvan,before we're
Police Escort did!!! Priceless look on their coupons,when they saw me and Livi
back on the beach! You could literally lip read,the words "Cheeky BLANKETY BLANK,CHEQUE BOOK AND PEN!" when we ran past them to make a Citizens Arrest of those delinquents who nudged Stevie Corbett through the Chippy window!

Re: The Faces - Exclusive

Charlie — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 11:30:44 -0000

CALLING ALL MODS,SMALL FACES AND ROD STEWART AND FACES FANS,INCLUDING ANY TARTAN ARMY FANS WHO SING "MAGGIE MAY" "SAILING""I DON'T WANT TO TALK ABOUT IT!"WHEN YOUR DRUNK!!!
LETS GET THE TARTAN FOOTBALL ROLLING,HERE!COME ON SCOTLAND!
GET BEHIND US!LETS GET THE SMALL FACES,AND THE FACES,INDUCTED INTO THE ROCK'N'ROLL HALL OF FAME!!! THEY HAVE
PAID THEIR DUES,STEVIE MARRIOTT,RONNIE LAINE,KENNY JONES,IAN McLAGEN AND ROD THE TARTAN MOD! ROD IS ALREADY INDUCTED,BUT NOT THE FACES,LETS PUT THE RECORD STRAIGHT,SIGN OUR PETITION ON LINE,ITS FREE,NO STRINGS ATTACHED! NOT JUST SCOTLAND,EVERYONE GET TOGETHER! Charlie,News At Ten,Maryhill!

Re: Vespa Trivia 222 and Toilets

Charlie — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 18:58:36 -0000

I will ask "Green Onions" and Claudio,in Naples if they can trace this "Wacky
Races!" 50cc owner,be interesting to hear more about it,

Re: Glasgow Mods Shop Launches

Charlie — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 17:25:10 -0000

Hi tuc,Charlie here,Jimmy will arrange a link to the shop,for you,he is unwell at the moment,so please bare with us,soon as the wee mans well,he will get u a
link up,all the best from Charlie, Keep The Faith!

Re: R.I.P

Charlie — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 17:47:31 -0000

Hi Rab,the whole idea behind this,is too make sure they will never be forgotten,
even when we forget,they will always be remembered,All the best Soul Brother

Re: Mods 60’s

Charlie — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 07:51:59 -0000

Hi sivanpunk,I have a lot of uncles and family who were both 60's mods and rockers,the main meeting place for a dance was The Lindella, for mods,in the
60's,I am researching this at the moment for this website,in the coming weeks
I have some very rare and scarce black and white polaroids,of a handfull of Glasgow Mods and Rockers 1964,now the term "Ticket" if you were a mod
in the 60's derived from the less fortunate mods from the schemes,who could
not afford Bowling Shoes,the latest Mod Fashion at the time. What they would
do is go to their nearest Bowling Alleys, get a few games of ten pin,blag the Bowling Shoes,the shoes all had numbers stitched on to them,take the numbers off them,straight up the toon,and show them off,when the the lassies
asked them"where did you get your shoes?" Of course the mods going to say the most expensive shop is where they bought them,Glesga woman are not daft
the shoes still have the torn numbers stitching on their shoes!!! "Aye ya chancer
your a ticket!" This wasn't just Glasgow,it went on all over Britain from the East End of London to the East End of Glasgow.My Auntie met my Uncle this way,the 60's Glasgow Mods were wild,lets not pussyfoot around this subject.
I have spoken to a number of these guys over the years,they will tell you the same thing"Even the hardest guys we knew walked around with a guitar
strapped to their backs! Every body had one cause it looked good with the woman,nobody could play them,but that didn't matter!"

Re: Mods 80’s

Charlie — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:50:10 -0000

hNow, there is a blast from the past, The Untouchables,what a band! I remember them being interviewed by Mike Reid on of all programmes
"Multi Coloured Swap Shop!" they are also in a scene in a 8O's movie "REPO
MAN" with Emillo Estevez looking cool driving by on Scooters,suited and booted,pork pie hats,I remember their gig here in Glasgow. Making Time were
the support act"Here Is My Number" Mod fame,thats were I first met Nicky owner of McChuills,and now The Twisted Wheel, Flat Top hair cut,smoking
a Jimmy Saville cigar! The size of a leg chair! I was in awe of Clyde the guitarists mid air leaps during "I Spy For The F.B.I" also my wife at that time
Debbie diving in to the frenzy of the front rowers to grab Clydes plectrum he threw into the crowd, PURE ROCK n' ROLL,MAN! Livi got himself on the guest
list,we had too pay,in those days,the CRISIS LOAN WAS KING! FOR EVERYTHING ELSE,A PROVVY CHEQUE! ha ha! The Untouchables,
where are you now? Answers on a cyber stamp to this e-mail address.

Re: Mods 80’s

Charlie — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 19:30:12 -0000

Don't worry we dressed up as they dressed down! Here I remember a lot of Mods especially in Edinburgh were right into The Housemartins! I still say Paul Heaton is Quinny's alter ego!!! He is the image of Quinny,mild mannered Friday
Street DJ by night,Housemartins and Beautiful South singer and songwriter by day! There was such a huge range of different musical taste,long may it continue NG.The Untouchables are unique.Saw Modus a few days ago,another
excellent up and coming band,I hope they go all the way,I am glad you remebered the gig DID YOU GET A LUMBER that night! ha,ha! All the best NG.
Keep The Faith.

Re: Mods 80’s

Charlie — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 09:59:24 -0000

Cheers for that NG, I have been laughing like a hairy on hormones!!! Livi has
just left a few minutes ago, he sends his regards to you has anybody still
got their 60's Sounds membership cards gathering dust somewhere? Would
love to see one up on the website,by the way you missed a great concert that
night in East Calder,a million thanks for reminding me ah! wine,woman and song! Sorry that was all The Hibs Casuals that night,shouting for a "SKWERR GO YA WEIGIES!"ha ha!Keep The Faith

Re: Mods 60’s

Charlie — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 16:18:25 -0000

Hi Sivanpunk,if you want to do more research on your own speak to Andy from Blantyre,or Malky his e-mail address is alienpig@lycos.co.uk thats the name of his band,we were 70's and 80's mods,so there is a lot of facts still to come in
the coming months,its a whole new world just waiting to be discovered,I stick
to the facts,no airbrushing, or adding bits on to make it better than what it was,
we want to inspire others,like yourself,all the best.Anything else we can help you with,just ask.

Re: Polaroids

Charlie — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 17:12:17 -0000

Its a buzz seeing these polaroids,yourself Jimmy,me,Speno,Welchy,Robert McT,Div,every polaroid has a million stories behind them,I am a happy O.A.P('ONEST AND PROUD!!! ha, ha!) The Cyber Crowbar take a well deserved bow.

Re: Mod Music

Charlie — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:37:53 -0000

Shall I get Jimmy to put TIE A YELLOW RIBBON ROUND THE OLD OAK TREE on the JukeBox for you? ha,ha! see you Friday Jim.

Re: Polaroids

Charlie — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:47:43 -0000

Brilliant Glesga PX TYB Civic,its classy,I shown Livi it earlier on,he was well
impressed,well done mate,very original

Re: Kathy Kirby - Secret Love

Charlie — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 03:32:14 -0000

Ah Jimmy, I can remember you dancing to this up at The Olympia East Kilbride,
a great party singing song,your right,all the lasses loved it! Another forgotten "MOONIE" remember that phrase "NEXT MOONIE I'LL DANCE WITH YOU" The Crying Shames "Please Stay"stick it on the Jukebox when you get a chance,its been years since I have heard this,the ultimate "YA BEAUTY,PULLED!" song at any dance anywhere,so come on all you DJ'S,
dust these songs down,get the pokers out your bums! BRING BACK THE MOONIES!

Re: Glasgow Mod Photos

Charlie — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 07:11:53 -0000

Just listened to The Bump Band "Itchycoo Park" on the Jukebox heard the
sample a few days ago,in its entirety,its very haunting,from the man himself,
real sense of missing friendship,but pure rejoice in the music of what the special
chemistry,that made The Small Faces click,we should revere not sneer at 100%
unadulterated,talented musicians, they have earned their respect,so come on all you clique mods,get your heads out your Scooters exhausts pipes,get behind Ian and his boys! We are all TIN SOULDIERS! at heart,yes you have
read correctly,no misprint there, we are all about Heart and Soul,about what we
believe in,

Re: Felonius Munk - Sunny Govan, Subcity

Charlie — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 14:54:34 -0000

Hi Felionius Monk just seen the Sunny Govan radio teams awards on the main headlines of todays Evening Times, congratulations, on the Community Spirit category,love the headline "WE ROCK! Govan's radio stars are our Local Heroes Pages 4,5,6 and 7 are tributes to all the "inspirational people" who picked up awards,pass our congratulations on to Project manager Heather McMillan on our behalf absolutely heartwarming news on a cold day,like today!
This is the side of Glasgow we want the world to read and hear about.

Re: Chesterfield Kings

Charlie — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 05:46:47 -0000

Hi Stewart,you are a man of good taste,mind blowing album,I have been looking for this album,for yonks,very hard to come by,brilliant news to hear this,hi Janny
yes its Big Jason and of course can't forget his Dad Sammy,Jason moved down to London with me,we shared a flat in 25 Melbourne Road,South Wimbledon,for about 2 years,I met him when he got a house in Kennington,years ago now,about 1997. I had met Sammy a year ago or so,he lives in Carntyne would
love to meet up with them both,we've got a lot of catching up to do,all the best Janny,thanks Stewart for "The Dukes" info

Re: Chesterfield Kings

Charlie — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 12:06:52 -0000

Hi Stewart, if you want to do a write up for a post on "The Dukes" send it to Jimmy at Admin.Do a Jukebox for you so everyone, who tunes in can hear something different,share "The Dukes" musical experience,you can pick the tracks I will let you decide, like yourself,I believe there was a lot more to XTC
than "Making Plans For Nigel", always diverse and willing to experiment."The Dukes" were testimony to that.Cheers Stewart,all the best mate.

Re: Concrete and Clay

Charlie — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 07:33:38 -0000

Couldn't agree with you more Felonius, I preferred the follow up too,I have an LP
of Bob Henritts when he was in The Roulettes with Peter Thorp,Russell Ballard and Mod Rogan(How cool a name is that Mod Rogan!!!) my personal favourite
Roulettes song is "What You Gonna' Do?"(Parlaphone LP.PMC.1257.1965) I was fascinated to learn The Roulettes played on all "The Units" records released.If you are interested in perhaps in locating The Roulettes LP that
I recently obtained its on The EDSEL record label,ED113.All the best.

Re: Mods 90’s Influences

Charlie — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 18:15:56 -0000

Totally agree,Janny, Jarvis Cocker is a one off character,Pulp are talented,there are so many overlooked 90's bands,The House Of Love for instance "The Beatles And The Stones", classic chill out song,never heard much from them after this song was released, the 60's influence will never go away in music.Long may it continue!

Re: Friday Street

Charlie — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:00:50 -0000

Hello Steve 0I and Lammy Chick,I had great night,I was over the moon,to
meet up with the 2 of you after a 100 years or so,ha,ha! keep in touch and I
will give you The Glesga Shout! Next time both of you are back in Glasgow.
All the best.

Re: UK Psych, Garage, US Punk,

Charlie — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:30:01 -0000

Looking for some info here if anybody can help out, I have a 45 on a band called
The Anteeeks from 1966 Philips label (326747 1F) called "I Don't Want You" written by Pete Dello/Brian Potter,I would love to know the history of the band,
even a photo of them, I bought the record 25 years ago for 75 pence,in The Briggait,the B Side is "Ball And Chain" written by Ed.Rabbitt/Tricia Carr.I would
be grateful if anybody with an interest in British Psychedelia let me know if The
Anteeeks had anymore singles released or an LP. Thanks Charlie

Re: UK Psych, Garage, US Punk,

Charlie — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 12:06:34 -0000

Thanks Felonius an Jimmy at admin and The Anteeeks come from Scotland? Brilliant info, thanks a million, you never stop learning new things in life, I am made up with the info, I always played the B side because I thought it was better, than "I Don't Want You" Billy Oblivion? What a name,it's right up there
with Captain Sensible! I wonder where The Anteeeks got their name from? Thanks for all the info.

Re: Painter Man - The Creation

Charlie — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:00:14 -0000

Hi Janny, my jaws are sore with laughing! Cheers for the photo! To the Acid Argonaut "SCOOBY DOO WHERE ARE YOU!"

Re: Baby I Need Your Lovin

Charlie — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 08:42:47 -0000

Hi Felonius The Fourmost,that takes me back a long way, thanks for the memories there, I have got Gene Pitney singing this song! How sad am I? Different strokes for different folks,The 4 Tops version is breathtaking, starts with a soulful plea, ends on a mellifluous high! I will check out The Fourmost version, I haven't heard it yet, I am looking forward to listening to it, I hope its better than Gene Pitney's version I cringe when I hear it now! Thanks Felonius,

Re: Glasgow Bandstand

Charlie — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 13:35:56 -0000

Hi ISabell, thanks for the S.W.A.N.K info, glad to know your are happy and
doing well for yourself, I am sure we will all meet up before The Mod Weekender.
We all have a lot of catching up to do, I am looking forward to it,God bless.

Re: Photo’s - Chris Cameron

Charlie — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 06:39:22 -0000

Aye, wee Ped, Rockwells( Blackfriars) Pilot Jacket,Combat Trousers,Boxing Boots,Cycling Top under his Pilot, not just dancing to "Competition Ain't
Nothing" GLIDING! what a mover! God bless you Ped.On his own in the middle
of the dance floor, sheer poetry in motion. Thanks for sharing the photos Chris.

Re: Painter Man - The Creation

Charlie — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 13:03:45 -0000

Brilliant news, to Elaine and John, I am over the moon,can't thank you'se
enough, Jason will always be Jason to us, John if you talk to Sammy, tell
him we are all asking for him! Thanks Jimmy without you none of this would be
possible. Credit were credit is due "Tin Souldier". All the best.

Re: Friday Street

Charlie — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 07:02:14 -0000

Well said Rab, being a Mod is like coffee, not everyones cup of tea!
Had an brilliant night at Zicos last night 6 stars all round, The Melting
Pot boys done us proud,Modus were on top form, The Underground Jam,
WOW! Look forward to hearing and seeing more of both groups,THATS
ENTERTAINMENT (LA,LA,LA,LA!) Here is an idea anyone, what about
a Style Council Tribute Band,eh? Now that would be different, or even a
Monkees Tribute Band, that would be something else, cheers!

Re: Glasgow Mods - Jim Glass

Charlie — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 12:54:19 -0000

Hello Jason, looking forward to meeting you and your good lady, a big thanks
to Jim Glass and everyone for their input, see you'se all very soon.God bless!

Re: Photo’s - Chris Cameron

Charlie — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 09:10:03 -0000

FANTASTIC!!!! Thats Prenty, no doubt about that. Photos of The Scene Club; WOW! What a treat! Thanks Chris, owe you a few beers when we meet.

Re: Friday Street

Charlie — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 09:48:48 -0000

Hi Jimmy sorry I posted The Melting Pot comment on The Friday Street page, I was stiill on cloud 9 when I was writing it, a big hi to Mikey and Paul of Friday Street, can't wait to the next Friday Street gig, it was a blast! Cheers!

Re: Melting Pot

Charlie — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 10:56:28 -0000

Huge thanks to all The Melting Pot team for making Saturday night very special,something to tell my Grand Daughter when she is older. Full marks all around, both bands hit The Mod Target BULLSEYE! I was even going to sacrifice Spider the DJ, to the Modus Godess lead singer Sarah! ha,ha! 10 out of 10 ( Thats for being crazy enough to to let me in the front door!) LOVED EVERY MOMENT! Cheers

Re: The Who - Teenage Cancer

Charlie — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 06:55:44 -0000

I wouldn't mind winning this myself, for all true Who fans, there is a cracking photo of Roger Daltrey leaning against this amazing V.W adorned with The Who artwork on page 19 of todays Daily Star, its a peach! Good luck to WHOever wins the prize,how come Roger Daltrey hasn't got his Knighthood yet???

Re: Photos

Charlie — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:51:09 -0000

Cheers for that Tam M! Get settled into your new home first, there's plenty of time, I ain't planning to play air guitar on my heavenly harp yet! ha,ha! See you at Friday Street! Still can't believe I met John Lawrie and a busload of old faces last Friday Street, very surreal,but what a night it turned out to be, I was dancing more like Aled Jones than Tom Jones! More "Stink Bomb!" than "Sex Bomb!" All the best Tam,

Re: Globetrotter’s SC - Anthem

Charlie — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 08:03:22 -0000

I am amazed at a lot of us are still around, truly, a lot of water has passed under
the bridge, lets face it, they were crazy days for us all,I met Riki and Drummy a few weeks ago, they were stunned I was drinking COFFEE! changed days indeed. I was stunned to know they were still in the Globies!!! One of my fondest memories in the early 90's in London was meeting Riki and Baz,of all places Carnaby Street, dressed in Rasta Coloured track suits,talking Jamacian Patois to me, I was getting a contact high off their "Green Island Woodbines" MAN! Brilliant laugh! Sheer class act The Cheech and Chong of The Globies, ha ha!

Re: Photos

Charlie — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 03:10:00 -0000

Hi Janny thanks for your help for getting a hold of big jason. he is here for another week if you want to meet up with them all.

Re: Lindella / Barrowland / Locarno - Popular Venues

Charlie — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 04:15:05 -0000

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JANNY! A million thanks for your help in locating "Painter Man" Jason, talk to you soon, enjoy your well deserved Special Day! All the best!

Re: Photos

Charlie — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 09:43:51 -0000

HIi Janny, sorry about the blank postings appearing over the weekend, I will ask Jimmy to delete them, got a "Gremlin" in my computer at the moment, I was trying to reply to yourself, N.G and Kenny Hamill, I will re-post the comments tomorrow, thanks Janny, a big hi to Kenny, I will contact you soon, how can we ever forget you? You still haven't paid your drinks tab from "The One Up" proper geezer, ain't you mate? Ha, ha! I hope life has treated you well Kenny,take care.KTF, KFC, and aw that stuff!

Re: Mr Pitiful

Charlie — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 09:03:21 -0000

There is a cracking book called Soulsville U.S.A The Story Of Stax Records ISBN 1-901526-11-9 on page 123 it tells The Monterey Festival from the MG'S and Mar-Key horns of what happened at Monterey, it was a wake up call, a new feeling, there was no police, the band were led into the concert by Hell's Angels,the M.G's hadn't played with Otis since their European tour some 2 months previously, and they only had about an hour and a half to rehearse in their hotel room acoustically without a keyboard! Fascinating book to read for anyone who likes "Sweet Soul Music" The Book is £16.99

Re: Concert Duffy, Weller Get It Jumpin

Charlie — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 19:20:55 -0000

fFor all fans of Paul Weller there is a book called "Grandchildren Of Albion" ISBN 0 902689 14 2 the book contains lyrics and poems by Mr Weller,"GHOSTS OF DACHAU" ( 1984) "THE WHOLE POINT OF NO RETURN" also 1984, there is also other Poets and Artist, from Peter Gabriel to Billy Bragg,Phillip Radmall to Mahmood Jamal, even Attila The Stockbrocker? The book is priced £9.99, it is lavishly illustrated with woodcuts,collages,picture-poems,paintings and photographs by Peter Blake,Goya, Hockney,Rita Donagh,et al edited by Michael Horovitz. The 10 pages of lyrics and poems by Paul Weller are simply WOW! The thought provoking quote on the footnote by P.W 1984 page 339 sums it up about DACHAU, "I think if everyone could be made to visit those Nazi death camps,it would soon put a stop to a lot of the racist bull***t around" Well said.

Re: You Don’t Know Like I Know

Charlie — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 06:26:26 -0000

Sam and Dave first met in Miami at a night club called "The King Of Hearts" Sam Moore had landed a job there as an amateur-night M.C . Dave Prater had moved to Miami wooed by his brother, bass singer,J.T Prater, Dave joined his gospel group the Sensational Hummingbirds as lead singer. At the club Dave entered the amateur-night, intending to sing Sam Cooke's"Wonderful World", but the houseband didn't know the song and suggested Jackie Wilson's"Doggin' Around"Dave didn't know the words, Sam told him he would say the words to Dave as he sang them, when it got to the part where Jackie Wilson drops to his knees, Dave tried to do it, he tripped and fell, Sam caught the mike, and statred singing,the crowd went wild believing it was part of the act! That night, with the glowing approval of the clubs owner John Lomello, Sam and Dave became a duo. The rest as they say is Soul History!

Re: You Don’t Know Like I Know

Charlie — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:38:56 -0000

Aye, your right, I was there, a bar of Dairy Milk fell on my head, and I woke up just as Dave Prater walked in the room!!!

Re: Melting Pot

Charlie — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 12:32:07 -0000

Hi Julie, hope to see you'se all on Saturday, I had a great night at Zicos, The Melting Pot Guy's done well, I for one appreciate all the hard work they had put into Zico's, "IT WIZ BRAW MAW,SO IT WIZ!" KTF,KFC, P.S if you don't pay me $1,000,000 I will show everyone photo's of you SOBER! ha, ha!

Re: Lindella / Barrowland / Locarno - Popular Venues

Charlie — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 14:55:42 -0000

Hi Felonius, I was fascinated to know that Otis, Booker T. The M.G's and The Mar-Keys' played the Locarno, I only recently found out The Mar-key's lead singer Ronnie Stoots(stage name Ronnie Angel) designed the famous Stax logo we have all been dancing too, and the whole stax sound and formula was based on The Temptations "Don't Look Back" written by Smokey Robinson/Ronnie White released October 1965, Dave Porter sussed out the structure, the brass and horn section you hear on all Stax recordings was dubbed "The German Echo" by Issac Hayes and Dave Porter, this was their answer to "The Motown Sound" The Stax heartbeat was known as "The Big Six" 4 members of the M.G,s and Hayes and Porter, the very much and underrated Al Bell, is and was "The Berry Gordy Of Stax", no Al Bell,no Stax!

Re: Lindella / Barrowland / Locarno - Popular Venues

Charlie — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 18:27:29 -0000

Some rare info for all Booker .T and The M.G's fans, there is the first Stax Movie Soundtrack called "UpTight" directed by Jules Dassin, an all -black cast remake of John Ford's 1935 classic "The Informer", on the soundtrack there is a song called "Johnny,I Love You", unique as it contains the one and only,full fledged Booker T. vocal on an M.G's. record, after the soundtrack was released in February 1969 came the classic "Time Is Tight" this had been originally written for a James Coburn movie called "Duffy" ( I kid you not,folks,) The movie producers requested the publishing rights, but for some unknown reason Stax refused, right up untill the "Up Tight" movie, the song remained untitled. All these facts are contained in the "Story Of Stax" by Rob Bowman pages 172 and 173 if you are lucky enough to track a copy down. Charlie News At Ten, Maryhill!

Re: Modus Get Signed

Charlie — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 14:02:52 -0000

The goddess of Modus is "BABELICIOUS!" officicial! Oh aye the band is not bad as well!!! ha, ha! Good luck in the U.S and Japan, your committment and hard graft is paying dividends, its your time, enjoy! All the best from Charlie and Jimmy the Mod!

Re: Beau Brummels - One Too Many Mornings

Charlie — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:24:34 -0000

Hi Felonius, some info for you on Mable John, Mable's brother was the 1950's star Little Willie John, her manager Chicago DeeJay Lucky Cordell, took her to Stax's Al Bell, when Mable first met Issac Hayes and Dave Porter, she told them the story that became the basis for "Your Good Thing(Is About To End) Released in May 1966, the backing vocal is by Eddie Harris, formerly of The Premiers, the song relives the pain and raw deal Mable got from her first husband, the song was a number 6 on the R'n'B charts and number 95 on the Pop Charts, Lou Rawls did even better with it 2 years later reaching number 3 and 18, respectively. Looking forward to seeing her on Jools Holland. Cheers Felonius!

Re: Beau Brummels - One Too Many Mornings

Charlie — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 14:19:35 -0000

Hi N.G I can confirm Al Wilson, has passed on, I contacted Jimmy The Mod, a post will be put up, shortly, Al was 68, thanks for letting us know, if there is any Do's on tonight, a spin of "The Snake" as a mark of respect to this Soul Legend would be most appreciated by everyone who has heel spun to this memory drenched classic floor filler, to Al Wilson, in thoughts of you, God Bless. You always take us "Right Back Where We Started From" Kent 039 side1, track 6.

Re: You Don’t Know Like I Know

Charlie — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:45:17 -0000

Got some "hidden" info on Sam and Dave, a week or so after Dr. Martin Luther King was gunned down allegedly by James Earl Ray, 2 local Memphis guys tried to "shakedown" Sam Moore and Dave Prater, at The Holiday Inn on 3rd Street, where they stayed, Sam Armour and his friend Chicken(real name unknown) dragged Dave to Sams room,demanding "A few hundred Dollars" Sam said he would try and get the money later that day, after they left, the F.B.I were called in, a "sting" was set up, but neither Armour or his friend called or came back to the hotel, Armour was arrested after Dave Prater fingered him from F.B.I mugshots, who had no hesitation according to Sam Moore, Sam had asked Al Bell to step in as, the same 2 Memphis locals, had threatened to torch the Stax building and harassed the Stax's female white employees, such as Sandy Meadors and Marlene Powell. The situation was resolved by 2 of Al Bells, closest friends from New York ex- corporal U.S Ranger Johnny Baylor and and Dino Woodward,Sugar Ray Robinsons ex sparring partner and who is now a minister, he said "They were let known that either they were gonna die or else we were ready to die for our people.You understand?" there was no money involved,just the principles of it. They were there there to support and protect Al and whoever else was involved with him.

Re: Charlie’s EP

Charlie — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 10:54:20 -0000

A thousand and one thanks to Jimmy The Mod and NG, beautiful footage NG, what can I say? I am very humbled, truly, seeing the finished article, AMAZING! As for the E.P, UNDER THE OFFICAL MODS SECRETS ACT. SECTION TYB 66. STAY TOONED!

Re: RIP Al Wilson

Charlie — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 22:06:20 -0000

Well done to the "Blacktrackin'" for their Al Wilson classy song as a tribute earlier on tonight, I never tire of this song, it is timeless, like the wind! Love it!

Re: Charlie’s EP

Charlie — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:39:32 -0000

HI N.G I remember Inky very well lol, wonder where she is now? Did Paul and John Nally not have a band together? John always reminded me of Ray Manzarek of The Doors, if there are any photo's of them, would love see them, plus info of the other band members, I noticed in the Isle Of Wight footage Paul never paid for the Taxi!!! ha ha! All the best N.G

Re: DO’s

Charlie — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:04:11 -0000

Hi Felonius I will come along on Thursday to listen to The Privates and your set, looking forward to it, a bit of info on Booker T and the MG'S classic "Green Onions" from The Story Of Stax Records, Booker was playing a used Hammond M-1 spinet organ that Jim Stewart of Stax Records had bought privately out of an elderly local ladies living room. The M-1 had an octave and a half worth of plastic foot pedals and an 8 inch speaker by the knee rather than the large Leslie speaker that is the hallmark of Booker's legendary organ the Hammond B-3. Elvis Presley's guitarist Scotty Moore cut 2 acetates of "Green Onions" and "Behave Yourself" at the Phillips studio in Memphis at the request of Steve Cropper, the first DJ to play "Green Onions" was local DJ Reuben Washington of WLOK. The song was still untitled at this point, originally it was called "Funky Onions" suggested by a gentleman called Lewie Steinberg, it was Stax co- founder Estelle Axton and Steve Cropper who coined the title, the song was originally issued on Volt 102 and finally Stax 127 on August the 4th,1962 when it was released nationally in the U.S Charlie, News At Ten, MEMPHIS,Maryhill

Re: Happy Birthday Felonious

Charlie — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:22:32 -0000

Happy Birthday Felonius! All the best!

Re: Jukebox

Charlie — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:46:16 -0000

Hi Danny and Janny, I think the lyrics are very tame compared to the "RAP PAP" that everyone seems to "DISS" each other in their "GANGSTA" **** music we hear day in, day out, on a lighter note, just heard Eminem has just accidentally fallen downstairs and broken his thigh, the Doctor has told him he may need a HIP HOPeration, SMILE! from Charlie "DIAL-A-BUS" (my new nickname cheers Dr Skazoid for makiing me laugh without my dentures falling out! ha,ha!)

Re: Glasgow TinSouldiers Presents

Charlie — Thu, 01 May 2008 09:31:42 -0000

Hi everyone, this is a one off special The Tin Souldiers look forward to welcoming friends, old and new,hope to see you'se there, even its just inbetween the adverts of East Enders and Coronation Street! LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL!

Re: Glasgow TinSouldiers Presents

Charlie — Thu, 01 May 2008 11:52:02 -0000

Forgot to mention, as a wee thank you to the people who have helped put the website on the map, via their treasured photo's and memories, Div,Mr Mctear, Mr Speno,Chris Cameron, N.G, Janny( for reuniting us with Jason "Painter Man") I have put aside a limited edition A3 size poster of the flyer for you'se, if I have missed anyone don't worry its the Auld Timers kicking in, whether we meet on the 9th of May or after, I will arrange one or another to get them to you. A million thanks from Charlie Dial- A-Bus!

Re: Glasgow TinSouldiers Presents

Charlie — Fri, 02 May 2008 06:07:54 -0000

Look forward to seeing you there Robert, I have the photo's developed from Friday Street, I will give you a copy of some of them when we meet up, I hope you enjoy them, all the best see you soon, take care. Charlie

Re: Glasgow Mods Photos - NG.Mods

Charlie — Sat, 03 May 2008 11:38:51 -0000

WOW! seeing the photo's from the "Yeh! Yeh!" concert at the "One Up" all the old crew and crewettes! PRICELESS! Thanks for sharing them N.G absolutely first class, even photo's of Eva, wonder where she is now? All the best!

Re: Glasgow Mods Photos - NG.Mods

Charlie — Sat, 03 May 2008 12:38:19 -0000

Take your time, makes you realise now how good the bands we had around our scene, The Moment, Yeh! Yeh!, Capone And The Bullets, The Threads, Squire, The Circles, Duran Duran! ha ha! Got to mention Rick Astley cause he dances like Jimmy The Mod with haemorrhoids! All the best N.G.

Re: Glasgow Mods Photos - NG.Mods

Charlie — Sat, 03 May 2008 21:57:54 -0000

Aye, Big Shaun as well as John Nally, especially as it was my baptism of fire to hear Jazz at "The One Up" the only thing I never heard that night was George Melly And The Foot Stompers 12 inch version of "Wade In The Water"! lol HELP MA BOAB! Ahm sure if John Nally would have had that he would have played it, just to wind us up! Now that I am deaf in one eye, I can appreciate Jazz now,ha, ha!

Re: Keith Moon - Tribute

Charlie — Sat, 03 May 2008 22:11:23 -0000

I was watching not so long ago, back to back, "That'll Be The Day" and "Stardust" with Keith Moon, in both movies, I couldn't agree more, best of the best, no contest, lets be honest, can anybody name a drummer today in a band thats known worldwide, that will ever be spoken in the same breath as Keith Moon, Ringo Starr or Charlie Watts?

Re: Great Video Of Mods

Charlie — Sun, 04 May 2008 13:55:03 -0000

The thing that makes me smile, as a mod, is have you ever seen a biker dance as good as a mod on the dance floor? Or even a bikerette dance as good as a modette? My fondest memory is about just under a hundred of us doing "The Monkees Walk" down Sauchiehall Street on a Sunday morning,followed by "California Dreaming" I can still recall the beaming smile of a couple walking, past us,probably just a married couple who enjoyed 60's music as much we all did, priceless moment in time, pure fun, simple, just being us, like all the mods around today, being part of something that never leaves you in life, whether its mod, Soulie, or whatever compels you to soul search for a better scene, enjoy and live for the moment.

Re: One Up - Toon Mods Davy Blair

Charlie — Mon, 05 May 2008 06:07:03 -0000

A special thanks to Davy and Audrey and the kids too! Brilliant memories, exactly how we all remember the good times, Sharon has a wee 2 year old daughter called Emily, she is married and still lives in London with her hubby Stuart, spoke to her mum about 2 months ago. Hope to see you'se shortly, take care.

Re: One Up - Toon Mods Davy Blair

Charlie — Mon, 05 May 2008 17:08:39 -0000

Thanks Davie, would it be at all possible to put Jackie Calders photo with Louie Girvan 84/ 85 on the R.I.P page as a dedication, love the photos never thought in my lifetime I would see us all together, the photo's are a treasure trove, cheers Davie and Audrey,God bless.

Re: One Up - Toon Mods Davy Blair

Charlie — Mon, 05 May 2008 19:02:41 -0000

Hi Davie, I have just found a little photo album with about 12 photos of Dunbar 84, there is a photo of Danny and Tam Gow and Kirsty from Ayr in amongst them, I will get Jimmy to put next to yours at the end of photo 148, I feel this meant to be,strange I've looking for this album for about nearly 3 years!!! Spooky,very.

Re: Typical Weekend

Charlie — Tue, 06 May 2008 14:31:19 -0000

I can still remember when The Scene Club had an afternoon Cafe opened, and Colin playing "The Bitterest Pill" the "latest" Jam release at the time!!!...... I bought a copy off him, still have it in my collection today, plus "Absolute Beginners".A while later, also I can just about vaguely remember in The Scene they used to play back to back, "There's A Ghost In My House" by R. Dean Taylor, "Venus" by Shocking Blue and "Harlem Shuffle" by Bob & Earl.Time plays tricks with the memory, I may not be 100% on the exact order, but it was those 3 records. I will ask Jimmy to put up a "Scene Club and "Lindella "Juke Box, in the coming weeks, so if anybody out there has a"Favourite" song from those times, "Little Red Rooster" days of yore, e-mail Jimmy at admin. Look forward to hearing the songs I and probably countless others have too!

Re: Typical Weekend

Charlie — Tue, 06 May 2008 14:36:11 -0000

P.S forgot to put the word "FORGOTTEN" in the end of my comment there folks "DOH!" Dial-A-Bus strikes again!

Re: Charlie’s EP

Charlie — Tue, 06 May 2008 15:32:48 -0000

HI N.G there was only one Glasgow Tailor, "THE BRIGGAIT" Tailors, ha, ha! The amount of Mods I saw there, buying records, Paisley Patterns , Suede Jackets, Leathers, you name it, then I heard them saying "IT'S MADE TO MEASURE!" Heard it! ha, ha! I was one of them! So was a lot of us, for genuine 60's gear, that was THE TAILORS! Even The Barras, that was our "CARNABY STREET" We never realised it,no matter how crummy and scummy people outside of "Glesgi" labelled it, it was ours,not just the Mods, the whole of Glasgow. Carnaby Street had "The Merc "Fred Perry's £9.99 we had The Barras 6 pairs of white socks for £1.00! ha ha!!

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Wed, 07 May 2008 06:10:14 -0000

Hi Janny, I have obtained a very rare and scarce double A sided picture disc of The Animals "House Of The Rising Sun", "I'm Crying" and "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" those 3 tracks alone were never off The Briggait Cafe Juke Box, also Siouxsie And The Banshees cover of "Dear Prudence" don't know why? But we all seem to like it simply because it was a 60's song, same as Phil Collins "You Can't Hurry Love" and Diana Ross "Chain Reaction" all 60's themed. The last 2 songs mentioned reminds of the 60's Nites at 60's prices for drinks at Henry Africas, buying 5 pints at a time for £1.25!!! and a plate of chips for £0.45p The size of the crowds at the bar of the crowds was choca! The music, and the talent was HEAVEN WITH A CAPITAL H! I remember we all met at The Bandstand, we all met up, went to "Henry's" just under 95 of us, just to walk round the corner for a dance, I am only starting to realise how large The Mod Scene was in Glasgow at that time I'm very proud to have been a part of it then, inbetween, and now!

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Wed, 07 May 2008 06:41:08 -0000

A few other places to put in there, "MOTHERS BAR, BREAKERS, ST.ENOCHS HOTEL(who can remember when it was owned by Robert Halpern, the Hypnotist?) THE HAWAIIAN GRILL DOON THE BARRAS and THE QUARTER GILL, next door to The Scene Club. I remember the last night at the Scene Club being in there with Welchy, Tony Coombes and Stevie Kaleem, "Love Me Do" had been re- released, it was in the top 5 Welchy jumped up onto the table and started singing and dancing,it was a small pub but all the regulars joined in and we had a ball! We all believed that was it! no more Mod Scene, how wrong were we,eh?

Re: Cat Stevens - Here Comes My Baby

Charlie — Wed, 07 May 2008 06:53:31 -0000

Aye, Chris, what a buzz eh? I can always remember everyone in The Scene Club, in a huge circle, singing to Sonny and Cher's "I Got You Babe" I can always remember a certain East End Mod dancing to this Cat Stevens song, evey time it was played at The Scene, cool as ****!

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Wed, 07 May 2008 12:26:11 -0000

You see Chris we had "Henry Africas" sussed, we would get the girls, to push their boobs forward, to get the bar mans attention, then order 20 pints,it always worked, without fail! Who do you think got the plate of chips? Once a Glesga gentleman always a charmer, ha,ha! Got a few slaps to my mush from a few Glesga Modettes, or "BURDZ" (used to love saying that too them, always got their attention! lol!) I believe thats why a lot of fraternity's were very envious of us Mods, woman love to see guys dressed to the nines, I just couldn't get my head around the "New Romantic" guys with more make up on than woman? "Strange Days" indeed.

Re: One Up - Toon Mods Davy Blair

Charlie — Wed, 07 May 2008 12:45:00 -0000

Hi Davie you will know Danny "God The Mod" when you see him, Kirsty and her pal Mandy from Ayr used to wear those cool 60's "William Franklin" shades, can't remember the third girls name in the Dunbar photo, she is the one with the "greetin' face" hope she has cheered up since 1984! ha ha! I will have them up shortly. All the best!

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Wed, 07 May 2008 13:11:42 -0000

LIKE DURAN DURAN? I had the unenviable pleasure about 2 years ago of working frontstage at The S.E.C.C. with Rock Steady in the "bear pit" as it is known, there was more guy's greetin' their eyes out than woman, each side of the stage, there is 2 large black barrels of water, I spent the whole duration thrown cups of water over the gits in the audience who thought I was cooling them off! Met a coach load of American girls who had paid 12 GRAND EACH!!! on a world package tour to see Duran Duran, in concert with the same song list over 14 weeks, thats my idea of hell, paying for the privilege, is even worse!

Re: MaryHill Roadrunners

Charlie — Thu, 08 May 2008 18:21:50 -0000

Hi Joan and Brian, from Charlie also, hope life has treated you'se well.

Re: Glasgow Mods Photos - NG.Mods

Charlie — Fri, 09 May 2008 05:41:21 -0000

Hi N.G , Jim will get them done for you over the weekend, he is in London at the moment, bear with us and they will be, put up A.S.AP, cheers N.G, all the best, and thanks a million.

Re: Roadrunners Slideshow

Charlie — Fri, 09 May 2008 06:31:44 -0000

The photo of Speno and Shirley with "The Barras" sign is on the London Road, that is The One Up in the background, went a wee trip around there with Jimmy yesterday, visited all the Mod Locations, around the City Centre, then and now. My legs are still sore!! Changed days as then we could run through the toon from the crack of dawn till all hours,magic! Spoke to Livi 3 days ago, he was spot on with something he said, there was always, one of us or loads of us singing! I can still remember the "mad phase" of the Jazz Mods, Marcello,wee Rab,John Nally, and a few others playing TAMBOURINES in The Polish Club while they were dancing to "Water Melon Man", far out MAN! ha, ha!

Re: Glasgow Mods Photos - NG.Mods

Charlie — Fri, 09 May 2008 08:00:14 -0000

Jim will be at my place over the weekend, so we will have it on the list, looking forward to seeing, the things collected by you, hope it doesn't include your eye liner from your "Jimmy Pilled Up On The 5.15 to Brighton" Days,eh? ha, ha!

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Fri, 09 May 2008 13:05:28 -0000

Your spot on Chris about City Cash Tailors!!! Same as John Stewarts, I used to buy a yard and and a quarter of material from Remnant Kings just off Duke Street, and take it to John Stewart, to get my Hipsters made, £30.00, always cheaper if you had your own material, a lot of Mods done this, who would ever admit it?....... On the subject of "The Polis" who can remember "Laurel and Hardy" who followed us like shadows all over the "toon"? As well as the famous "covert" operation down at the Band Stand when a Ace Face Polis in a Fish Tail Parka tried to flog us allsorts of drugs!!! Code name "Game's A Bogey!" springs to mind, ha ha!

Re: Dunbar 84 Girvan 84

Charlie — Tue, 13 May 2008 04:16:19 -0000

Thanks to Jenny for sending some of her memories to share with us, good to see, us all anthologised on the website, from 79 till now, thanks to Div, Chris, Rob, Kenny, Jim,Hugh, Davie and Audrey, there is more to come.I have even been re-united with my West Point Bands Man Jacket as modelled and posed with by Livi in picture 16, ha,ha! I would like to thank Jimmy The Mod for making it all possible, cheers Jimmy, I forgot to mention Speno. All the best.

Re: Dunbar 84 Girvan 84

Charlie — Tue, 13 May 2008 08:41:06 -0000

Hi Chris the guy on the sky blue scooter is the one and only Livi,Tam Gow is the guy with Army greens, who went on win a medal of honour in the 1st Gulf War during "Desert Storm" there is a lot more to come, I am in the solo shots, I taken the Scooter shots at The Barracks and Dunbar main street, "Good Times", very colourful indeed!

Re: Dunbar 84 Girvan 84

Charlie — Tue, 13 May 2008 08:57:04 -0000

Forgot too mention in picture 4 is Welchy on the left, and wee "Fudgie" in the centre,picture 20 is Tam Gow poking his tongue out as a Mod, looks better than Army greens,eh? Strange Glesga style of wearing white socks with a suit,ha ha! Been guilty of that in the past myself, but we were young, its allowed!

Re: Dunbar 84 Girvan 84

Charlie — Tue, 13 May 2008 19:42:50 -0000

We wore white socks even in winter,rain and shine,ha,ha, thats Glasgow for you, where else in the world would anyone be mad enough to trudge through, 4 inches of gritted snow in Argyle Street wearing white socks under soaking wet "Desert Boots", white splash marked Levi's and matching Denim Jacket eating a bag of fritters? Mick Young fae the East End, of course, ha,ha! Pure class!!

Re: DO’s

Charlie — Wed, 14 May 2008 06:15:46 -0000

Brilliant set at The Twisted Wheel, Felonius, "Shot Gun Wedding" by Roy C, absolute classic party song!!! Cheers.

Re: Dunbar 84 Girvan 84

Charlie — Thu, 15 May 2008 12:43:08 -0000

I had bought a couple of Cavern Paisley Patterns from Dees of Trongate, didn't bother me about labels, I remember Marcello telling me had got a made to measure button down shirt from John Stewarts, not realising he had the BHS tag with the price hanging out the back of his neck we never told him the whole day, told all the lasses to ask him were he got his Ace shirt from!!! We even got him to walk in front of us on one of our "walks" through the toon!!!HA,HA!!

Re: N.G. Mods - Quinny

Charlie — Thu, 15 May 2008 17:37:36 -0000

A huge thanks to Quinny for sharing these memories, Wee Donald, Jackie Calder,"Cool" Kev,Gina, Vic,Michelle, and millions like us! The All Stars and The Marauders, and a classic photos of Kegs Wedding, I remember up at Kegs mum and dads, we all done "The Conga" up and down the street, and a very merry me jumped onto the table and serenaded a certain Modette,singing to her"I'm Into Something Good" by Hermans Hermits, while waving a packet of condoms!!! It was the 80's after all, ha ha! The Ra Ra skirts were just starting to come into the fashion, but you couldn't beat a Modette with ski pants on, no siree! No competion there! Thanks for bringing back the memories Quinny.

Re: Dunbar 84 Girvan 84

Charlie — Fri, 16 May 2008 08:36:22 -0000

Hi Davie "Banana Man"lol, I remember those yellow hipsters very well along with Big Jasons Harlequin hipsters, those are the ones the Glasgow Civics badges colours are based on, I remember people walking past us shouting" TURN THE VOLUME DOWN ON THOSE SHIRTS, THEIR TOO LOUD, THEIR SCREAMING AT ME!" ha, ha! Did we care? Nah. "No Regrets" as The Walker Brothers once sang!

Re: N.G. Mods - Quinny

Charlie — Sat, 17 May 2008 10:30:19 -0000

Classic photos of Ginna and wee Jackie, I remember a few of us singing at the top of our voices G.I.N.A! whenever Them's "GLORIA" was played at a dance, she always a had a grin like a Cheshire Cat when she heard us. Who can remember "The Beatles Convention" at The Central Station Hotel, and a Beatles tribute band called The Mojo Filters? What a night, especially when we all started singing "I Should Have Known Better" one of the best party sing songs down at the Band Stand right after that Concert.A beautiful summers night we didn't want it to end!

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Mon, 19 May 2008 07:36:52 -0000

I remember in The Scene club they used to have the white projector screens, maybe 2 or 3, showing "The Monkees," "Joe 90", various "Ready Steady, Go!" programmes,while dancing, I have been to a lot of dances since then, and still various generations are dancing to the same beat but calling it something else, and it all comes back to the same thing,The 60's, Motown. Soul, Funk, R'n'B,Psychedeia, and the beat goes on! The fashion and the Scooters, love it! Here's to the next 30 years of Mod.

Re: N.G. Mods - Quinny

Charlie — Tue, 20 May 2008 15:24:30 -0000

Hi Soulman, been a long time compadre, hope life has treated you well inbetween yesteryear and now, take care, see you in June,all the best.KTF,KFC,and DSS,lol!

Re: R.I.P

Charlie — Wed, 21 May 2008 15:56:00 -0000

Hi everyone, the Glasgow Mods website will be around for the next 50 years, its dedicated to everyone who knows us, its our legacy of the times we all shared, then and now,and the years still ahead. It has never been about me and Jimmy, its all of us,our friends who have passed on,will always inspire us, in one way or another.God bless.

Re: Mods 80’s

Charlie — Wed, 21 May 2008 16:13:40 -0000

Hi Stevie, just e- mail them to admin@glasgowmods.co.uk just let Jimmy know what music you would like to go with them and he will post them for you A.S.A.P, we look forward to seeing them,cheers!

Re: Mods 80’s

Charlie — Wed, 21 May 2008 17:15:11 -0000

Hi Camey, if you click on the FEEDJIT the left hand column, you will see the "LIVE TRAFFIC MAP", click onto that and you will see how many people around the world have seen how "dashing" you were then,over 32,000 so far! SMILE! you are a global superstar! lol!

Re: Glasgow Mods - Stevie Fae Cranhill Hughes

Charlie — Thu, 22 May 2008 14:53:27 -0000

Brilliant photo's,brings back personal memories. Glad life has treated you well, wee Lainey,Fudgie and Michelle, Camey,Big Ewan, where is he now? Very special times indeed, thanks for sharing them with us all,take care.

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Thu, 22 May 2008 18:56:03 -0000

The Briggait was the best place to buy Mod Clothes, so many items, Tootal scarves,£0.75pence! Suede and leathers,3 buttons, cardigans, an Alladins Cave for Mods, I remember seeing the guy who owned "Flips" in buying a load of leathers in bulk, then seeing the exact same jackets on sale in "Flips" £25-£40 each as 60's Retros a few days later, cheeky git, but very shrewd, he knew how to make money, I can still remember certain Mods in there "blagging" gear from "Flips" Fishtail Parkas came in handy for these guy's and gals! lol

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Fri, 23 May 2008 04:45:22 -0000

Michael's Record Stall in The Briggait, some rare and classic records, anything you wanted, he would get them for you, if he could, there is very few record shops, you can walk into and have a chat about, music,any kind of music, totally soul less. Have you ever noticed, if you actually chat about an artist or band, you are wanting in a record shop ( NO NAMES MENTIONED) they take your cash,and suddenly make themselves "busy,got things to do" and you look around and the shop is empty? Thought so, "customer care" only exist in their "induction day" thats why Michael's Record Stall was popular,he had a passion for music, any kind of music, just like a good tailor, he would size you up, and knew what exactly you wanted as he spoke to you. Thats why all these years later we remember his little Record Stall in The Briggait. I also still have all the records I bought from him, first record I bought from him was "ALL ABOARD, THE NIGHT TRAIN!" cue music!

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Fri, 23 May 2008 05:16:40 -0000

Used to love going to The Polish Club, crazy times in there,Tangerine Knights v Tambourine Knights, ha ha! but seriously it was fun, bring back The Tambourine Knights! Mr Nally,Mr Marcello ( who used to tell the lasses he was from South America,one day,South Side of Glasgow,the next day when he got a date,ha ha!) Get in touch we have a lot of catching up to do.

Re: Glasgow Mods - Stevie Fae Cranhill Hughes

Charlie — Fri, 23 May 2008 21:14:21 -0000

Aye I can see you'se all going past The Band Stand on your mobility Scooters, fox tail ariels, like "The Banana Splits" on prozac! ONCE WERE WORRIERS! ha,ha!

Re: Glasgow TinSouldiers Presents

Charlie — Sat, 24 May 2008 04:52:20 -0000

Hi everyone, due to a double booking at Nice 'n' Sleazy, the venue has been moved a few doors along "The Beat Club" 375 Sauchiehall Street 11pm till 3am, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the owner Mr Dave Ross, for allowing the booking at such short notice. All the proceeds from the entry fee, will be put towards a memorial plaque and bench in the memory of wee Ped Smith, I am looking forward to seeing everyone, friends old and new. I thank you'se all for your support. Keep The Faith. See you'se all Saturday 31st of May. I will be downstairs to meet and greet from 11pm till 11.45pm.

Re: Glasgow TinSouldiers Presents

Charlie — Sat, 24 May 2008 08:31:18 -0000

Smart dress, there will be a ZIMMER FRAME parking space, for the auld yins like me,its for one night only, so lets have some fun!

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Sun, 25 May 2008 06:39:27 -0000

Hi Davie, I had some good nights in The Polish Club, the ones you can't remember for 3 years when you get a flashback to a "lost weekend" ha ha! Hope too see you and Audrey at The Beat Club next Saturday 11pm all the best.

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Mon, 26 May 2008 19:12:16 -0000

Hi Chris, I will play a few Elvis records for you on Saturday as a special request in your absence, that Mod classic "Thats Alright Mama" the earliest Mod R'n'B record I could find untill I discovered Al Jolson's "Mammy" was the first "black" soul song covered by a white artist! ha, ha! Speaking of Al Jolson, does anyone remember the old guy who used to do his Al Jolson songs on Argyle Street? He was brilliant! It was surreal sometimes as the guy opposite him was doing his "robotics" routine as the "Al Jolson" guy was singing "When The Red, Red Robin,Comes Bob,Bob,Bobbin' Along" Surely a Jazz classic waiting to be discovered at a Mod Dance in London! lol!

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:08:37 -0000

Hi, had a great chuckle listening to this, wis the follow up to this that famous Glesga pairty song "Yours Maws Got Baws!" ha,ha!

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Tue, 27 May 2008 19:37:55 -0000

There's an idea Janny, if anyone who had a Maw that was a Mod, in the 60's,70's and 80's,send your pictures in to Jimmy at admin, would be brilliant to see them.Even if your Da was a Mod too,remember the badges they used to sell in Virgin at Union Street? "F***K THE 80'S BRING BACK THE 60'S!" Excellent!

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Wed, 28 May 2008 11:22:42 -0000

I actually had The Graduate album untill it went "walkies" a couple of years ago, if I remember,they supported Prince Buster at one of the Glasgow Uni's in the early 80's before "Mad World" hit the charts, and good news for N.G I know someone who has a Peter Nardini album!! Plus a load of his records, he is big on the Folk Scene just now and played at The Clutha Vaults less than 4 days ago, very surreal, eh? I didn't realise how popular he was, long may it continue! Let's face it the world is to serious right now, laughter is the best medicine to cheer us all up,a smile cost less than an ex- wife, ha,ha!

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Wed, 28 May 2008 11:48:33 -0000

I remember "Scheme" very well, from my neck of the woods (thats a wonderful expression,anyone know, where it came from or who invented this phrase?) I remember they played in Easterhouse, during the interval, Pek Purcell told me."Watch them closely when their off stage,they will be out "tanning" houses before they come back on!" Classic! Rock 'n' Roll, man! Agree with the following they had,very hard core mix of backgrounds, totally mental the ones I knew who followed them around.

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Wed, 28 May 2008 13:17:31 -0000

Here Janny I can see the auld guy who does Al Jolson up in court, getting done for breach of the peace, then saying to the judge,"Is it because I is black?" More Ali J than Ali G!!!

Re: From The Jam - “Cabaret” Say’s Weller

Charlie — Thu, 29 May 2008 06:26:16 -0000

I remember Paul Weller, denying he was a Mod, protecting his money thats what it comes down to, pure and simple, well done Bruce and Rick you have done the right thing, putting the record straight, "never reason with the unreasonable" as Oscar Wilde put it, how can Weller call it cabaret as he sings "Town Called Malice" at his own gigs? We all knew Weller split The Jam, if he thinks more of his fans than a cash cow for his pension fund, then get his head out of his bum, he has put the soul in A***ESOUL! By putting down his Soul Brothers who put him on the map! Get your Jam Shoes on get on stage with your lifelong school friends, have some fun! Get a few beers down yer necks and party! You have nothing to prove to us musically, give something back to those who stood by you when the chips were down, Bruce and Rick have earned your respect, now you earn theirs, don't demand it,"Earn this day"

Re: 31st May Change Of Venue

Charlie — Thu, 29 May 2008 17:33:10 -0000

You too, TYB, been a long time, hope you had a good time, Big Jason is getting married 19th of July, I will be over the border shortly, do you still need a passport to get to England? Ha,ha!

Re: Sixties Mods (Maw’s and Da’s)

Charlie — Sat, 31 May 2008 10:53:25 -0000

It would be great to see a slide show of a few 60's Da's and Ma's Mods, even from our generation, too, all side by side,if anyone has a photo, ask their parents their best memories of their times, good, bad,sad,mad!! Send tem to Jimmy at admin, cheers everyone!

Re: Glasgow Mods Reunion Night

Charlie — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 05:49:43 -0000

Hi everyone, I would like to thank everyone for your support at The Beat Club on Saturday, it was beautiful to see all the Tin Souldiers under one roof for a few hours, Rab, Casey and Emily, brilliant music!!! Special thanks to Mr Ross and the Staff your hospitality and professionalism was very much appreciated. Jimmy thanks for the slide show, got a surreal flash back of a "young Mod Dunbar1984" smiling at me from a plasma screen, while I was gracing the dance floor SOBER!!! Even got chatted up by Frank Zappas "Star Child" down at The Band Stand, while being sung to by a Roy Orbison "Jakeys Got Talent,Not" soundalike,not, ha ha! "Only The Lonely?" "Only In Glasgow!" Merr like!( for the viewers outside Glasgow MERR, means more in our dialect) The Small Faces "Tin Soldier" sinalong says it all! Charlie News At Ten, Maryhill.

Re: From The Jam - “Cabaret” Say’s Weller

Charlie — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:24:14 -0000

You know what confused me in the 80's with Paul Weller? He was supporting "The Red Wedge Tour" with Billy Bragg and others, who supported The Miners Strike, and he was an out and out Tory voter!!! Guilty conscience he had. I remember watching the kicking those poor guys got off Thatchers puppets on the news, I was shocked, because the first 6 police officers I saw was the ones who leathered me in London Road Police Station, a few days previously and dumped me outside The Royal Infirmary, like a bag of refuse. So I was more than grateful when 2 of them got a taste of their own medicine by some miners who gave them a "SKWERR GO!" thats exactly what it was. Paul Weller, get real! You have made your money,get back to basics and enjoy the music with the 2 gems who put you on the Posters of our youthful hearts in Maggie "I gave you'se The Falklands" Thatcher. My Ma coined it beautifully last week."Thatcher? She taken the milk from the babies mouths!" Referring to Maggies greatest moment in Politics in the early 70's, stopping free milk for Britains schoolkids! What a woman! Never mentioned that in her Biography,wonder why?

Re: Glasgow Mods Reunion Photos

Charlie — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 07:52:35 -0000

Welchy has another 50 photos to send in, can't wait to see them. Thanks to all those who turned up,cheers, even Marcello The Tambourine Knight!!! Came along,cheers Quinny for directing him to us outside The Beat Club, by chance,magic!

Re: Glasgow Mods Reunion Photos

Charlie — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 14:25:31 -0000

We should have named it JURASSIC PARKA! Rather than re-union,ha ha!

Re: From The Jam - “Cabaret” Say’s Weller

Charlie — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 14:53:27 -0000

Hi Chris, politicts aside, a whole bunch of us are Jam fans at heart, pals fall out "When Your Young" especially when you find yourself in a strange town! Lets hope they all fall in as pals, at some point. Then I can sing my fave Jam song "Eatin' Trifles!" once more.

Re: From The Jam - “Cabaret” Say’s Weller

Charlie — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 15:09:32 -0000

Hi Janny if you want to know what "Lola" was all about, ask Jimmy, he brought "her" up to "The One Up" one Sunday, where I chatted her up, said she was a "friend" from East Kilbride! Also ask Jimmy where I got the stretch marks round my lips? Told everyone for years they were "laugh lines" so now you know! lol

Re: Glasgow Mods Reunion Photos

Charlie — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 18:48:06 -0000

Carry outs? That was a 12 volt battery and jump leads in case we keeled over and were urged not to embrace the light during kick starting our Auld tickers, the young lasses were my carers in the Band Stand photos! Dial A Bus was on a day release from the Funny Farm! Brilliant photos! Cheers every one who participated, too my 2 "Bouncers" on the door, Welchy and Speno a.k.a "Jack and Victor" I owe you'se a Tunnocks Tea Cake and a Viscount biscuit each in lieu of payment for Door Duties!

Re: Mersey Sound On UK TV

Charlie — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 19:27:27 -0000

Always had a soft spot for "The Mersey Beat" sound, George Martins "All Quiet On The Mersey Front" instrumental from "Ferry Cross The Mersey" a forgotten and underrated track. Only singer who I didn't take to Cilla Black, better presenter than singer. I believe Cilla made a rare movie in the 60's, apparently she takes "Magic Mushrooms" in it, anyone know the name of the movie? Cyber Crowbar over too you on this one. Well done Janny on your 1st Post.People often forget the earliest Mersey singer was Billy Fury.Got some rare info on the man who taught John Lennon Harmonica was a musician called Delbert McLinton. Who is he? Bruce Channels Harmonica player on his 1962 hit "Hey Baby!" while they were touring with The Beatles in 62'. He is also said to have played Harmonica on "Love Me Do" that is open to conjecture, after recently finding out 75% of the musicians and backing vocals on "Concrete And Clay" was done by "The Roulettes" I am ready to believe! After all it was the 60's, man!

Re: From The Jam - “Cabaret” Say’s Weller

Charlie — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 20:10:30 -0000

Now I know Cyber Crowbar you have got me on "Candid Camera" on comment 25, ya wee git Jimmy The Mod! As "Rain Man" would say "Oh,oh, big injury!" ha ha! My hat off to you for turning the tables,or should I say words on me, on my "Lola" comment, truly the Cyber Crowbar from East Kilbride.! Love it! Going to get the p**s taken out of me, for that, probably get a few offers of marriage from the Jocks In Frocks Brigade.lol!

Re: Mersey Sound On UK TV

Charlie — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 06:44:20 -0000

I have got"Mr Bus Driver" on a "Best Of Bell Volume 2" Brilliant song! I remember a load of Mersey Beat music being played at loads of dances, now its a memory,sadly the only band recently too retain The Mersey Beat influence are "The Coral" if there are anymore I have missed let me know.

Re: Glasgow Mods Reunion Photos

Charlie — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 17:23:01 -0000

Great to meet you again Camey, I will organise something in the next few months, I will need to support Moon Unit and our "love child!" didn't even kiss her and she was 4 months gone, this "SPEED DATING!! is something else! Ha, ha! Every one had a ball, so I will keep you'se informed, take care Tin Souldier.

Re: The Beginning of The Glasgow Mods

Charlie — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 06:07:47 -0000

Its been a beautiful trip so far,long may it continue,got a lot more things to do, its not often in life you get a chance to do something you enjoy 100% Thanks Jimmy,eternally grateful. I would like the younger Mods to get involved, its about all of us! Don't be shy, your street cred is in safe hands, share your ideas with us,above all your friendship, all the best.

Re: Dusty and The MerseyBeats

Charlie — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 11:41:36 -0000

EXCELLENT!!, I was always torn between, Dusty Springfield and Scott Walker singing "If You Go Away!" same as these 2 different unique interpretations of the same song. I love both versions, The Mersey Beats certainly have the "cool" factor, Dusty has the voice,no doubt,still a classic song. What about The Crying Shames "Please Stay"? One of the ultimate 60's end of a dance finisher.Don't hear it anymore,anywhere.Heard The Drifters original, but pales against The Crying Shames version by a mile!

Re: The Cryin Shames - Please Stay

Charlie — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:58:59 -0000

Duffy has good taste to cover this classic ballad, haven't met a girl who dislikes this song, I remember being at a party just turned 13, "record sessions" us auld fogey's called them, playing "spin the bottle" I ended up with a 15 year old girl and slow dancing to this record, couldn't face her in school cause I thought she was "ancient" Cheers Jimmy for posting this for me, cracking song, Charlie Crane had a one off voice. Got a lot of personal family history attached too this song.Thanks!

Re: Sixties Mods (Maw’s and Da’s)

Charlie — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 16:21:28 -0000

Cracking photo of your Ma and Da Jimmy,sure it wasn't taken last night?( SMOOTH AS A CASHMERE COD PIECE OR WHAT? WHIT A CRAWLER I AM, HA HA!) "More tea Charlie?""Why thank you Mrs Tervit!" Jimmy your Da has more hair than you, but can he do "the splits?" like you,ha ha!

Re: Dusty and The MerseyBeats

Charlie — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 15:11:56 -0000

Its kinda like a "signature" tune for the band, like Long John Baldry "Let The Heartaches Begin" or even Tom Jones "Green,Green Grass Of Home" these are the popular songs most people will remember about these singers or bands, its like if you say to someone, "Have you heard Jerry Butler's "Make It Easy On Yourself?" Most would probably say "No, but I have heard The Walker Brothers singing it!" Frank Sinatra detested singing "My Way" but he always sang it, they all at the end of the day, take the pay cheques. "Please Stay" will always be associated with The Crying Shames. Its the "PARTY" songs we all heard our aunties and uncles all sang when they were drunk Englebert Humperdincks "Ten Guitars" and Ned Millers "From A Jack To A King" Good parties eh?

Re: Dusty and The MerseyBeats

Charlie — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 11:58:39 -0000

One of my relatives parties I remember them all singing along to "Bad Moon Rising" by "C.C,R" One of my uncles was singing "there's a bathroom on the right!" I was laughing my socks off! Even now when I hear the song I sing those words, another 2 party singalongs "Delilah" by Tom Jones and "Its Only Make Believe!" by Conway Twitty. Your right about the parties seemed to go on for days and days Chris, very good parties indeed!

Re: Reunion Polaroids

Charlie — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:39:47 -0000

Brilliant you came along Ped, it was a great nite.

Re: The Beginning of The Glasgow Mods

Charlie — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:59:16 -0000

I believe Suggs from Madness is still married to one of The Modettes,I apologise for calling Glasgow girls Modettes, maybe it is a Glasgow thing, a few I knew outside of Glasgow didn't mind being called "Modettes" each to their own I guess.

Re: Dunbar 84 Girvan 84

Charlie — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 13:27:44 -0000

Now there's a nice flashback, Stevie! I remember being in Balloch 84,very strange I had a conversation with Jimmy about Balloch not long ago, like a lot of things in life there is always something or someone trying to spoil the party.It was a helluva party atmosphere, I remember Mick Young swimming across to a small "island" drunk as a skunk! We thought he was honestly going to drown, God only knows how he made it. We "commandeered" a rowing boat. Rowed across and joined him for a party! Thanks for the flashback Stevie, good time indeed!

Re: Tommy Roe - Dizzy

Charlie — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 06:07:34 -0000

I remember Vic Reeves and The Wonder Stuff cover of this, good fun, got to number 1 in the early 90's I believe, Tommy Roe is another of those under rated 60's singers, good party song this!

Re: Glenda Collins

Charlie — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 06:19:02 -0000

Any chance of Russell getting some footage of Glenda singing and photos of her. I have heard Tony Christies "Medallion Swinging" version of "Avenues And Alleyways" I would love too hear more of Glenda's music. Its good too hear their is more "undiscovered" 60's talent around.

Re: The Lambrettas

Charlie — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:26:04 -0000

look forward to seeing that footage, I remember Michael Barrymores sketch very well,something thats been bugging that I can remember watching around 85'ish was a Drama about 2 woman going through "a mid life crisis" and they go to some seaside resort and get chatted up by 2 Mods on scooters, I distinctly remember one of the Mod characters being called "Cowboy" Not 100% certain which channel it was on due to the passage of time, so if anyone can put a name to this programme I would be eternally grateful be like a lottery win if we could find a copy on vhs or dvd.Anyone got an answer out there, put Dial-A-Bus out of his misery? Voluntary euthanasia non applicable, LOL!

Re: The Beginning of The Glasgow Mods

Charlie — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:52:57 -0000

there was a lot of beautiful dressed girls around, you couldn't fault them, they looked the part and more, even now there are a lot of girls around who are WOW! No names mentioned too protect the innocent, mainly there HUSBANDS! ha ha! N.G I don't think there is anyone around who never got it in the ear from a Mod girl, then as well as now! Anyway do you think a Mod would admit to being "hen pecked" to his mates? Its the way of the world,you might wear the hipsters, but a girl will always tell you what colour! Unless you are single of course, eh?

Re: The Beginning of The Glasgow Mods

Charlie — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 16:45:25 -0000

Awwwwwwh! The pains of finding a bag and shoes that match Lammy Chick! Look on the bright side , the "new" men of today also try too get a "man" bag to go with their shoes! Thank God I am a Mod! Their truly in touch with their feminine "issues" Don't worry I for one appreciated all the effort you'se Mod girl-ettes! put into getting dressed up for us Mods, As The Contours sung "First I Look At The Purse!" What a song! You can't beat a bit of Motown ALTHOUGH THE "New" Godather Of Soul Jerry Lee Lewis takes some beating! Preferrably around the napper with a piano lid springs too mind! hee hee!

Re: Glasgow Mods Reunion Photos

Charlie — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 17:01:58 -0000

Here Jimmy everytime your photo appears in these photos I hear that Tony Harts theme from the t.v years ago what was it? Harts Gallery or something? All the kids drawings, the tunes stuck in my head, hee hee! Remember wee Tam Glencross with his badly drawn side panels that looked dyslexic, "MORPHENIA, A WAY OF LIFE" all the Quadrophenia figures looked like Lowry's "Pictures Of Matchstick Men Cats And Dogs!" He never lived that down, did he? Ha,ha!

Re: The Cryin Shames - Please Stay

Charlie — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 07:54:08 -0000

Aye N.G you are right, but "Come On Back" was the B side of "September In The Rain" another Paul & Ritchie & The Cryin' Shames is "Nobody Waved Goodbye", a very rare 45 to obtain, but I am sure there will be one out there. I would love to hear it, who knows?Perhaps a Cryin' Shames collector may wish too share it with us. Only time will tell.

Re: Small Faces - Convention

Charlie — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 08:33:43 -0000

I can still remember the first time I heard "Do You Really Want To Hurt Me" by Culture Club and that was in The Scene Club!! I knew it was the begining of the end, all the fighting only speeded up its demise, I remember the red light bulbs getting smashed up we went out in style eh? I remember getting told to "grow up" by Mods who left after it all ended, they were all wearing the "black" Goth look, the others were dressed in full "Dexy's" Gyppo gear! It was a shock too my system I can tell you now. The people I had looked up to were looking down at me, even remember a certain "Ace Face" dressed up in Hair Cut 100 clobber! walking down the road singing "Greg! Love Plus One!" What a Jesse, he turned out to be! Big "Baggy" Arran Jumper and those awful white woollen "leg warmers" worn over their denims! Soon as I saw him I wanted have his children! There and then, ha ha!

Re: Tommy Roe - Dizzy

Charlie — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 08:40:11 -0000

I remember the follow up to it was a cover of The Monkees "I'm A Believer" when I heard The Wonder Stuffs "Welcome To The Cheap Seats"

Re: Tommy Roe - Dizzy

Charlie — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 08:48:37 -0000

Sorry about the last comment, posted it without finishing it. DOH! Meant to say "Welcome To The Cheap Seats" with Kirsty McColl ( R.I.P, what a sadly missed talent) I thought it was "The Black Adder" theme song revamped! I still do! Ben Elton should sue on copyright infringement! lol

Re: Small Faces - Convention

Charlie — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 15:14:39 -0000

I remember a lot of Scooter Boys being knee deep in Depeche Mode mania! Especially certain Globies! lol!, bet you'se are cringing now? Ha ha! I think 3/4 of the bikers jackets worn by them were taken off the bikers we had scrapped with during their Mod days,eh? Wearing their "souvenirs" good times indeed!

Re: The Beginning of The Glasgow Mods

Charlie — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 16:22:40 -0000

Hi Chris I remember a certain East End Mod down The Barras telling everyone how "groovy" his sky blue skin tight hipsters were, butterfly vents at the bottom, covered buttons, what he didn't know that I was in the Easterhouse "Buy Well" with his sister when she bought the girls ski pants they were made from, she was a cracking machinists, I watched her make them that day, I had paid her to make me a waist coat and hipsters, real hipsters and not ski pants conversions, it was priceless, he came down The Barras on his Lambretta 125 with his l Plates, he didn't know I had told a "few" lasses! He thought they were touching up his legs, cause he was looking "cool" Hee hee! He still didn't know when one of the lasses commented he had beautiful child bearing hips! Got him back for shaving my eye brow off at a party in Bishopbriggs, gelled and laquered my hair as well,eggs and flour the lot! He didn't laugh too well when the truth came out! I did! Especially as I had asked one of the Mods to loosen his Lammy exhaust while the lasses gave him the Rock God treatment! Twice in one day!

Re: Glasgow Mods - Stevie Fae Cranhill Hughes

Charlie — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 19:48:25 -0000

I remember Do-Do 's never tried them myself, other pills oh yes, even tried that Ecstacy injected in a Dentist Hypo at a Rave in Barnsley it was called "E' By Gum!" hee, hee! Only joking there, I always laugh at the time Billy Liar was doing a "A Ferdy" with the bag of pills under the pork pie hat routine( It was actually his Da's Trilby!) he gave a handfull of them to wee Rab outside The One Up, wee Rab swallowed them before I got the chance to tell him they were Billy's Ma's Period pills!!! Wee Rab chased him up and down The Barras! Mind you in all honesty, wee Rab never had a nose bleed for a whole month,period!

Re: Glasgow Mods - Stevie Fae Cranhill Hughes

Charlie — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 05:17:08 -0000

Ah the famous "Sarry Heid Shammy" bought by the gallon, should be a famous land mark, the Jakeys "Bollinger!" I vaguely recall sharing 2 gallons of it along with Sheeny, Big Jason and a host of blurs, to "wet the babies heid!" when my son Douglas came home from Hospital, I was in Queenslie, woke up snoozing in The Band Stand, face down in a kebab and a slice of cheese and tomato pizza with Branston Pickle, in my Parka pocket! The thing that amazed me, my wages were still in my pockets!! Honest Jakeys then, and that is Gospel, no ponces or Fagin's I see around there now, "the times they are a changin'!" as Mr D. sang!

Re: I Aint Playing Baby

Charlie — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 13:16:45 -0000

Good stomper this, like it The "New" Mod God of Soul Jerry Lee Lewis has got his work cut out against tracks like this, hee hee! Jerry Lee Lewis singing Soul music is like Joe Dolce ( Shaddup Your Face! Fame) singing "Bohemian Rhapsody" with his lips superglued! lol!

Re: I Aint Playing Baby

Charlie — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:06:47 -0000

Yep, thats the one, who would have thought he would turn out to be a Rocker in Mod clothing!!! lol! Long time I would imagine Chris since you have heard that saying,eh?

Re: Dusty and The MerseyBeats

Charlie — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 17:13:24 -0000

Another Neil Diamond party song "Sweet Caroline!" I still reel from being haunted by the awful "Glesga Country and Western" songs "The Blackboard Of My Heart" "She Wears My Ring" the endless Patsy Cline aunties wailing "Crazy for feeling so lonely!" Do you remember whenever you met an Auntie, they would kiss you with bright red lipstick on the cheek, then take a hanky out their pocket, spit on it!!! Then smudge the lipstick all over your face with said "wet hanky" Is that just a Glasgow thing? Spot on Chris about the uncles iron constitution for drinking all night at festive parties, God they were made of stern stuff, all of my uncles would have a fry up soon as their bleary eyes were half awake! Then back on the bevvy.Kinda strange how you miss those Frankie Millers "Darlin'" singalongs now and again.

Re: Glenda Collins

Charlie — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 09:11:34 -0000

What a find! Cheers for sharing the music with us Russell, absolute treasure trove of an "overlooked" 60's diamond vocalist, brilliant!!!

Re: Glenda Collins

Charlie — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 09:55:25 -0000

Here I think that "Thou Shalt Not Steal" should be The Globetrotters "new" Anthem!! Ha,ha!

Re: Dusty and The MerseyBeats

Charlie — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 15:07:15 -0000

Got to mention "Blanket On The Ground!" Billy Jo Speirs, a lot of duff country songs, my ma used to play some mad midland Country and Western kid on Cowboy band singing "Tequila Sheila" hours on end,that was my worse nightmare come true, apart from Engleberts "That Promise!" All my uncles all joined in with that one line ".....all because of the boy!" WHAT BOY? Nobody knew his name? But they all had a misty tear in their eye for that one line!! Mental,eh? Maybe I gatecrashed your parties Chris, who knows? Altogether now! "Darlin' feelin' kind a lonely!..." Here Jimmy we will need to do something on 2 of Glasgows finest Sons Frankie Miller and Alex Harvey. Who will ever forget Frankie Millers debut acting performance in Peter McDougalls "Just A Boys Game" "Your Teas Oot!" What chanters him and Alex "Scotlands Answer To Tommy Steele!" Harvey were! Class acts.

Re: Jackie De Shannon - TriLogy

Charlie — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 15:34:07 -0000

What a babe! The kinda girl you can party with, take her anywhere, "Needles And Pins!" I had always preferred Jackies version to The Searchers, you can hear Sonny Bono's Phil Spector studio influence on this, there was a lot, lot more to Sonny and Cher than the classic,timeless , "I Got You Babe" Brilliant tracks, its a pity The Searchers beat her to the punch in the charts with their 2 most requested tracks!

Re: Scotlands Finest Dancers Preserved

Charlie — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 17:14:26 -0000

Farrah Fawcett and Linda "Wonder Woman" Carters phone number!!! Ahm still waiting for a reply from "Jim'll Fix It" since I was 11 then,B******D! hee hee!

Re: Mersey Sound On UK TV

Charlie — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 18:43:25 -0000

Wish I was on "magic mushrooms" when I hear Cilla sing "Your My World" its as bad as Ken Dodds "Tears" they should use these in Iraq as part of the war on terrorism!!! Couple of huge speakers on the fronts of Chieftan Tanks, with sub woofers! Crank up the volume, and watch them surrender in their thousands! Bring Our Boys Back, Or Send Cilla and Ken In!!! Ha,ha!

Re: Dusty and The MerseyBeats

Charlie — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 07:16:40 -0000

It's been a blast talking and sharing our memories on the parties, it will give other people tuning in too see us Glaswegians have a sense of "mad" humour, apart from that the Alex Harvey connection is the respect of a lot of Mersey bands had for him during the Alex Harvey Soul Band days of the early 60's, he was a part of the "Mersey Beat" scene.There was a programme last Friday on BBC4 "Rock Family Trees" detailing the History of The Mersey Beat, if anyone gets a chance to record it,sit back and enjoy this nostalgia drenched gem f a programme.

Re: Scotlands Finest Dancers Preserved

Charlie — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 07:37:38 -0000

I thought it was earlier? Time plays tricks with the mind, I would like to see a video of a re-union of the Dancers in the video, that would be an interesting blend of then and now, if it is possible, over to the Dundee Soul Club, is it possible? I am sure Jim'll Fix It For You!

Re: Dusty and The MerseyBeats

Charlie — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 17:08:49 -0000

No problem NG, would love to hear the album, thanks Felonius, for The Frankie Miller and The Stoics info,brilliant, there is more to these singers, so many bands were influenced,by these Scottish legends, we just want to give them the well earned respect they deserve. Cheers everyone for your input, priceless!!

Re: Jackie De Shannon - TriLogy

Charlie — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:30:34 -0000

Another 2 good songs that hards to say which is the better the original or the cover The Jaynettes "Sally Go Round The Roses" or The Ikettes cover version,the build up intro of The Jaynettes is brilliant, like a quiet storm passing overhead, The Ikettes go straight in for the soul of the song. If anybody gets a chance too hear both of these songs, let me know, I always like to hear peoples thoughts on songs, the Jackie De Shannon songs just get better everytime I hear them, total classy,sassy lady!

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 06:07:33 -0000

Well done on your homework N.G, always love to hear new "overlooked" Scottish Bands of the 60's if you check out Felonius link www.rockingscots.co.uk there are some amazing unknown Scottish Bands, some cracking photo's of The Beat Stalkers, My Dear Watson, Studio Six, The Dream Police( what an ace and original name for a band!) I was talking recently to a very well known Radio Clyde DJ who was in a local Glasgow 60s band called The Riot Squad who were the warm up band for The Stax Show in Glasgow with Otis Redding, Booker.T.&.The MG's. Lucky git or what? Would love to hear more of the Blues Council, another nugget of our Scottish 60's Beat Scene! Long may it continue.

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:07:01 -0000

Another great photo of a band on www.rockingscots.co.uk is The Jacobeats, very "Scots Wha Hey" looking 60's Beat combo,been a great week so far for finding rare talent, and giving them the recognition they richly deserve.

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:06:37 -0000

Here, Scotland had its"Blues Council" long before Paul Weller had his "Style Council"! hee, hee! We were first, cause we are the Mods!

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:38:53 -0000

Hello Lammy Chick, we will do our best to try and locate, a photo of the band, there are more rare finds to come, good music eh? A total original gem of a find from N.G. Say hi to Steve 01 for me, hope to see you'se both soon, all the best.

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:58:56 -0000

Was Jim Breakey Studio Six drummer not a former ex Poets member Felonius?, read somewhere that drummer Raymond Duffy from The Gaylords relplaced him in The Poets for their single "Wooden Spoon/ In Your Tower on their Decca 1967 release as the new drummer Stuart MacKenzie was still merry from the night before on the day of recording, rock'n'roll eh?

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:51:48 -0000

I have a few Poets singles around , I have The Studio Six single "When I See My Baby", to be honest I prefer the B side, need to dig out my Beat Stalkers single, I have The Anteeeks single, that is a killer track A and B sides, maybe if NG wants to put them together and we will do a Scottish 60's Beat Bands Jukebox, put up the best tracks, do a showcase of how much potential was there, what do you think N.G?

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 14:36:18 -0000

Another Glasgow Beat Band is The Beat Merchants, I would like to get some info on them, I am sure N.G I can locate pictures and articles of about 70% of articles and photos of most bands you have mentioned, after tomorrow I will source these, we have the music, it won't take long, The Cyber Crowbar at admin, never sleeps!, we will put up a Juke Box and Video, in the next week or so, cheers!

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 15:54:48 -0000

Hi N.G,The Buzz and The Boston Dexters are the same band, we may be able to locate "Your Holding Me Down" by The Buzz, their line up wasJohnny Turnbull(guitar) Tam White (vocals) Brian Henderson (bass)and Mike Travis(drums) If we can get a hold of this, we will put it in our Scottish Beat Band JukeBox, The original Boston Dexters drummer and bass player were Toto McNaughton and Alan Coventry, the band split in 1966,they had recorded 2 singles on Columbia "I've Got Something To Tell You" and "Try Hard". If you are on the lookout for their records, I hope you find this info of some use, al the best.

Re: Jackie De Shannon - TriLogy

Charlie — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 07:12:33 -0000

Some more info on Jackie De Shannon, Kim Carnes world wide hit "Bette Davis Eyes!" was written by Jackie way back in 1974, also Tracy Ullmans "Breakaway" was another of Jackies Compositions, Annie Lennox and Al Green in 1988 released Jackie's" Put A Little Love In Your Heart" this woman is TALENTED!! Jackie has also worked with alongside Jimmy Page, Van Morrison and starred in a movie alongside Bobby Vee in 1967 called "C'mon Lets Live A Little" as a folk singer, what a gal!!

Re: Jackie De Shannon - TriLogy

Charlie — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 09:50:55 -0000

Agent 00 Soul has gone undercover, my fellow Mods Parka and Dagger material!! Ha,ha!

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:23:10 -0000

Excellent info Chris, excellent,if your good friend has a Discography and newspaper clippings of his band Beat Unlimited, that would be fascinating to see, I believe The Gaylords and Marmalades drummer Raymond Duffy was sometimes pulled in to cover as a drummer with The Poets, the Scottish Beat scene was a beehive of activity in the 60's. You never stop learning something new in life,eh? Cheers Chris and Hugh, would love too hear more about your band!

Re: Jackie De Shannon - TriLogy

Charlie — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:44:35 -0000

Infamy,infamy they all have got it INFAMY! ha ha! "Is this a bikers chain I see before me?"

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 05:04:01 -0000

Hi Steve 01, if you have any info on The Ray MacVey Sound we would be certainly add it to the list of Scottish Beat Bands, cheers, say hi to Lammy Chick for me, all the best.

Re: Scotlands Finest Dancers Preserved

Charlie — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 12:02:00 -0000

Very inspiring lyrics from Edwyn Collins, thanks for that Stevie, only recently found out one of the most famous guitar riffs recorded in the early 60's was by a Glaswegian, his name Joe Maretti, never heard of him? Then check out "Shakin' All over" By Johnny Kidd & The Pirates, yep thats Joe on the record,

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 14:37:10 -0000

Hi Steve01 and mrs Lammy Chick! See you'se at The Mod Weekender, the record won't be available for The Weekender, as the copy right is retained by the owner, but I am sure, something can be arranged in the near future and we will keep everyone informed on the records availability as we can see it has stirred a lot of positive response and growing interest, each day, cheers and see you'se both soon! WE ARE THE MODS!

Re: Scots Of St. James - Tic Toc

Charlie — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 16:18:16 -0000

What another gem,if you listen to R.Dean Taylors "Gotta See Jane" you may just notice at the beginning the mixed combination of these two records as a possible intro for the landmark "Gangsters" By The Specials,thats a possibility, not a fact. P.S "Gotta See Jane" is one of Casey's fave tracks,either way The Specials will always be the band that kicked off the 2 Tone Movement, same way Mr Lydons mob kicked off with "God Save The Queen" Funny how they hated The Monarchy, but couldn't stuff Her Majesty's money into their pockets fast enough?Must be a middle class thing!

Re: Scots Of St. James - Tic Toc

Charlie — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 19:02:09 -0000

No Chris, I have been working in the background, we have a very special post coming up, we have uncovered something unique for the website, we hope Mods
like yourself will enjoy what we have found,plus we would very much appreciate other Mods to get involved with the website,we hope N.G's excellent posts will encourage Mods from all over Scotland, to get involved, we are always open to new ideas, as for Jerry Lee? I am "Shakin' All Over", not! hee,hee!

Re: Scots Of St. James - Tic Toc

Charlie — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 07:05:42 -0000

This tune just grows on you each time you hear it, hypnotic and that organ is the mutts nuts! Thanks for the info Felonius, par excellence and detailed as always. Cheers!

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 09:26:27 -0000

Well I could possibly see if the owner would loan me the copy of The Blues Council to ask Mikey or one of the boys to play it as a request at The Weekender,but I don't know if they would I will e-mail Mikey and ask him, it would be an opporunity as a platform to play this gem of a find. If you contact Jimmy at admin@glasgowmods.co.uk Lammy Chick, he will help you with the access queries, the "Cyber Crowbar" never sleeps. I look forward to a wee shimmy with you at The Weekender, we have unearthed a lot of very good material and rare 60's one offs for everyone to enjoy shortly. All the best Lammy Chick, is Rab "Scooter" Souter going to make an appearance at The Weekender?

Re: Glenda Collins

Charlie — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 18:07:39 -0000

Been listening to this selection closely the last few days,what soul she has
in her singing, an untapped goldmine ready to be unearthed.brilliant!

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 07:32:54 -0000

Hi stuartmac, if you contact admin@glasgowmods.co.uk we would love to hear
your your stepda's Larry's recounts of his day's with this brilliant band,any newspaper clippings, or possible photos Larry would like to share with us, would be as N.G asked, would be appreciated,all credit goes to N.G for bringing The Blues Council to our attention. Cheers

Re: Small Faces - Convention

Charlie — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 18:05:40 -0000

You forgot too mention their Scottish manager Don ARDEN! So you are right
proven facts the Small Faces are Scottish, through and through!

Re: Small Faces - Convention

Charlie — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 18:41:49 -0000

Can't forget Stevie Marriotts tribute to Greggs Bakeries, after the Small Faces demise when he formed Humble(Mince)Pie, he never forgot his Glaswegian roots, I am sure "Itchycoo Park" is a reference to a few "ladies of the night" they met in Monteith Row, at Glasgow Green after, a gig at The Barrowland, cause their was a lot of "Itchy coos" there, Monteith Row was famous for them in the 60's!

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:33:40 -0000

N.G Mods? Don't you mean long live the new Queen!!! Hee,hee! Me and Jerry Lee are going to form a new alliance, going to mix Rock and Soul, and start a new movement! It will known from this day forth as RSOUL! Soul is dead, long live RSOUL!

Re: Small Faces - Convention

Charlie — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:40:44 -0000

Can't forget that woman he had a one night stand with, doon the Barras "AfterFlo!"aye he had a eye for the Glesga wummin' did Stevie boy!

Re: Video

Charlie — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:15:23 -0000

Is that with ice? and a slice of "Humble(mince)Pie"ha, ha!

Re: MODS - By Stevie Hughes

Charlie — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:21:38 -0000

Brilliant, top notch! well done Steph, stonker of a video!! We Are The Mods!

Re: Video

Charlie — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:56:28 -0000

Hi Chris, what I should have put on the March comment about "Gypsy Woman" This Brian Hyland version was produced by Del Shannon 1970 circa and not the original The Impressions 45 release, also Del Shannons recording techniques were to develop in 1967 as part of his "super sessions" with Andrew Loog Oldham of Immediate Productions that featured Madeleine Bell, Paul Jones, P.P Arnold and Nicky Hopkins, there is a helluva lot more to this man than he was ever given enough credit for, so for all you Mods and Soulies who danced to Miss Bell and Miss Arnold, you now know where the sound techniques came from, "Hat's Off To Del!"

Re: Video

Charlie — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:27:08 -0000

Don't worry I will still buy you a drink, I have The Impressions album from the Kent label,love Curtis Mayfields "Pusherman!" absolute class! It was my fault for not being specific enough in the March comment,DOH! So effectively your much appreciated comment gave me the winklepicker up the backside to do my homework sharpish, cheers for that see you at The Weekender, very soon.

Re: Video

Charlie — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:30:21 -0000

P.S "Pusherman!" is on a different album, that is my fave Mr Mayfield track.

Re: MODS - By Stevie Hughes

Charlie — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:14:56 -0000

HI Chris I knew a lot of Mods from Easterhouse, Geordie was in my school, Lochend Secondary, in one of my earlier comments, they used to call the all the young Mods on Scooters "The Fire Brigade" up at Lochend/Commonhead way as they all drove red 50 Specials! I don't know if you would remember a Black Lambretta everyone called "The Hearse" as it had the 666 reg number plates, I am not sure who owned it, and where the Mod who owned it came from. I think it may have been Barlarnark / Garrowhill way. There was a lot of freaky s**t attached to it's history and it wasn't made up "Ghost Stories" to scare people, cause of the registraton plates.

Re: YardBirds Singles Pt1

Charlie — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:48:24 -0000

Just how cool was Keith Relf The Yardbirds main man? A lot of people quote, Clapton, Page, "it was all about the music man" For coolness my money is on Mr Relf. You don't hear a lot of tunes around with a Harmonica sound, probably as they are to busy doing a drive by shooting, while dissin' their Ho's on their mobiles, never seen a drIve by shooting on a Scooter while dissin' a Biker from a phone box either! I live in hope, eh? Hee hee!

Re: YardBirds Singles Pt1

Charlie — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:41:59 -0000

You mean Alastair Crowley's house near Loch Ness, oh yes, Jimmy Page wrote the classic "Stairlift To Heaven" there, the things people do to write a hit album,eh? He may have had the music talent, but not Keiths coolness, thats one thing money or selling the soul can't buy, envy,vanity and greed, 3 of Old Nicks favourite sins. I thing Beezlebubs Scooter passed its M.O.T in Mickey Oates, if you spell his name backwards it reads, "can you prove your scooter fell apart as you drove away from here?" Spooky or what?

Re: Video

Charlie — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 19:18:08 -0000

I have got "The Old Grey Whistle Test" dvd Curtis Mayfield is on it singing "We Gotta Have Peace", also 9 Below Zero,The Specials, Dr Feelgood ( another overlooked fantastic live band) XTC,there is something for everyone on it,2 disc of just good music, even the theme tune has a bizarre performance by its writer Charlie McCoy and VAL DOONICAN! Duetting on Harmonica, "Stone Chase Fox" seeing is believing Chris.

Re: Mod Girls

Charlie — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 09:12:52 -0000

Lets hear it for the Mod Girls! Thanks Stevie, about time the lassies got a mention.

Re: Alex Harvey - Agent 00 Soul

Charlie — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:48:50 -0000

Killer tracks from Alex Harvey, way back Alex was known as "Scotlands Answer To Tommy Steele" a young "protege" in the late 50's what a talent he turned out to be, well done N.G Just how good was the 60's Beat Scene,? we can only admire now a lot of people can hear for themselves, We Are The Mods!

Re: Alex Harvey - Agent 00 Soul

Charlie — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:56:39 -0000

Forgot to add Glasgow Mods Putting The Scotlight Back On Scotland! There is more, a lot more to come,we have only just begun.More "gems" ahead, we gotta truck load!

Re: Eleanor Rigby - Still Missing

Charlie — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 13:24:48 -0000

Ah Eleanor! What a charming lady, gggrrrrooowwwlll! That chick from The Divinyls just couldn't take your crown away,no sirree! You put the Ooh in la,la! Miss Rigby.

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 09:34:44 -0000

It's taken a while, as I have done more mileage than than British Airways on foot! More to come,thanks, all the best, hope Jim and Drummy get a smile out of it, cheers boys!

Re: Alex Harvey - Agent 00 Soul

Charlie — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 10:01:50 -0000

There is always an interest in this undeniable genius, listen to "The Worksong"
maybe, just maybe if you listen to The Monkees "

Re: Alex Harvey - Agent 00 Soul

Charlie — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 10:09:40 -0000

Sorry about comment 16, hit the wrong button,DOH!, if you listen to "Going Down" by The Monkees, sounds similar to Alex Harvey's song, kind a speeded up "The Worksong" same style vocally and "scat" additions, and Jazz feel to it.

Re: The Luvvers - Most Unlovely

Charlie — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 16:59:50 -0000

What can I say, FANDABIDOZI! N.G!

Re: Harlem Shuffle - GM Tribute

Charlie — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 17:03:12 -0000

Ace video and choice of music, "Harlem Shuffle" like the photo at the end with your son down at The Band Stand Stevie.Class!

Re: Mod Weekender - FeloniusMunk

Charlie — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 17:56:58 -0000

Got some info on Simon Dupree And The Big Sound for you Felonius,, the band started out as The Howling Wolves, and then The Road Runners, playing hardcore R'n'B around the Portsmouth area the eldest of the Shulman brothers within the band Phil, sax and trumpet player, was born in Glasgow in 1937,Ray and Derek were both Portsmouth born, "60 Minutes Of Your Love/A Lot Of Love(Medley)" was one of the records I played to death in The One Up days gone by, brings back good memories. I will do a "special" on them soon. I will do my best to hopefully pick the best of the bands music, perhaps not the Abbey Road produced "Kites" with actress Jackie Chan haunting poetry recital, their biggest hit, brilliant set of tunes played here, even Govans very own Alex's Harveys tune, being aired, good on you. To Mikey and the Mod Weekender crew long may it continue.Awra best!

Re: MODS - By Stevie Hughes

Charlie — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 13:43:14 -0000

Alright Paul "Scissors"here,lol how you doing, you missed a cracking scooter rideout this afternoon, are you living in that "Land Of A Thousand Inbreeds" down in darkest Cornwall or is it Devon? Ha,ha, there was a lot of Mods out today, been a good Mod Weekender so far, glad you still have fond memories of our good times, quite strange talking about Davie Martin,just saw a photo of him about 4 hours ago,one of Donalds collection, even Christine!(Uddingston) brilliant! Keep in touch,don't be a stranger!

Re: Mod Weekender - FeloniusMunk

Charlie — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 15:29:18 -0000

Hello to Robert, Div,Chris,Mitch,Danny The Mod and the 200 or so Scooterist and Mods, I perhaps met, bumped into its a blast, we taken Glasgow by surprise as per usual, we're all in this, good to meet quite a few of your kids, also, I think Mr Bailie of Perth is starting his own Scooter Club, a LOT of kids!! lol! Good on you,Queen Street was buzzing to our tune, a 4 day Mod Fest. some stunning Scooters on display, pictures to follow a.s.a.p. To top it off I met a Punk with a Mohican while going past The Central Station, how can he run so fast with his Docs on? BEEP,BEEP!! ROADRUNNER! I was in Mod 79 heaven! Cheers Big Man, you made my Weekender!

Re: Mod Weekender - FeloniusMunk

Charlie — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 22:43:03 -0000

Hi Robert bet Billy was surprised, we were all still around, a lot of "Faces" I met today from The Scene Club, terrific day, it certainly made wee Rab Mac's 14 year old brothers day, his eyes lit up when he saw all of us, a special thanks to Jim Nairn for giving the wee man a "backie" Cheers Mikey for playing "Tin Soldier" and "Green Onions" to round off The Weekender, the vibes were all around, a very "special" Weekender has closed till next year, roll on 2009!!!

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 10:58:26 -0000

Brilliant photos, of a memorable weekender, excellent photos from all those who
sent them in, Glasgow should be re named the "windy city" more photos still to come, loads more.

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:15:24 -0000

Hi Steve, it was a brilliant weekend, Queen St was chocca! A few people I had met from Cranhill were singing your praises on your "Harlem Shuffle" Video, and why not? Its a gem of a Video.

Re: Harlem Shuffle - GM Tribute

Charlie — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:08:22 -0000

Gets better everytime I see it, its amazing how a few words from a Sheriff can inspire someone to turn the message into sound and vision, ace!

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:16:11 -0000

Hello Ochiltree, East Ayrshire, hope there are a few of your scoots and yourselves in amongst the Weekender photos,some classic photos in there, hope you enjoy seeing them, all the best from Charlie.

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 06:19:54 -0000

Hi Chris, the Skinheads and Bar-l used to have massive barneys on Edinburgh Rd, the Easterhouse Skinheads were originally started from the release of Clockwork Orange,thats when it kicked off, I lived in Lochbridge Road 79-81 it was probably the Bar-l and The Skinheads giving it laldy on the time you recall, my Ma's partner has a photo of Blackpool 64 with him and 3 of his pals with a Lammy, but he won't part with it,I have been trying for weeks to get the photo plus a few others, too set in their ways, but I will keep on trying, thats guaranteed.If you and Robert e-mail your addresses I am getting some disc made up, of the Weekender photos. I will post them to you, enjoy!!!

Re: Harlem Shuffle - GM Tribute

Charlie — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 07:16:01 -0000

HI Stevie, if you email charlie@glasgowmods.co.uk I will send you some Mod photos I think yuo may enjoy. Cheers

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:31:21 -0000

Loads of 70's bands were all in 60's Mod bands, like Gentle Giant, who were Simon Dupree and The Big Sound, its all Rock Roots, I remember Roddy Frame running about The Lindella and Scene Club with us, 2 years later he didn't have the b***s to admit he was a Mod and quoted the Sex Pistols as his main influences when Aztec Camera hit the charts in the early 80's.This was the same guy piling in at the "Gathering Of The Clans" at George Square,how quickly they forget when record companies wave the wedge in front of their puff powdered faces!!! Prostitute their souls to make the "big time" and spend the rest of their fame having hissy fits about the pressures of fame?? Drama Queens!

Re: Harlem Shuffle - GM Tribute

Charlie — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:56:52 -0000

Hi Stevie, my last message was vague, e-mail your home address,after the weekend, I will post you a couple of disc, on Tuesday I will send them to you Registered Post, first class. You will enjoy them all the best.

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:06:19 -0000

Hi Pinky I am sure knowing Roddy "The Stilettos" is what he was wearing after making a quick getaway from The Gathering Of The Clans, apt name for his mod-ish band,eh? Hee,hee!

Re: Rex Garvin - Sock It To em JB

Charlie — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:02:17 -0000

Sock it to 'em SH! Soulful!!! Check it out!

Re: The Blue Beat

Charlie — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:26:30 -0000

Brilliant bit of early Ska! Love the crackles at the begininng, organic as Jamacia Technicolour Woodbines, never touched them in my life though, I may add.Keep up the excellent work Steph,its well appreciated! All the best

Re: Scots Of St. James - Tic Toc

Charlie — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 18:34:58 -0000

Still on a high from last weekend, this is a feeling money can't buy, good music, living for that perfect moment, absorbing it all and Scots Of St. James "Tic Toc" blends into it for me, great videos, the vibes definitely there! Like Robert McTear says, it just gets better!

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 18:44:31 -0000

How come no one told me there was dodgy porno flicks in Glasgow in the 80's? I walked about with hairy palms for years as well, how naive am I? and Janny, one has too ask how come you know there exact locations? Hmmmm!

Re: The Blue Beat

Charlie — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 18:50:16 -0000

Judging by the size of the Scooterist I have seen they have eaten all the Pork Pie Hats Chris, lol! One of my personal fave Reggae tunes "Money In My Pocket" by Dennis Brown, good tune for a rainy day!

Re: The Blue Beat

Charlie — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 08:43:55 -0000

Do you mean my Strawberry Alarm Clock, N.G,Ha,ha!

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 15:32:02 -0000

Hi Chris, I was always flushed in The Scene Club, spoiled for choice with all those women, kid in a sweet shop,had a few sweeties before The Scene Club,ah halycon days indeed, hairy palms or not! There was a lot of good looking girls around. I think a lot of Scooter boys had flat tops as they were into Depeche Mode in the early 80's. Psychobillys, different kettle of fish there, not my cup of tea, Eraserhead influenced heavy s**t mentality, still can't watch that movie, totally sick movie, David Lynch should have been lynched for making it. I am glad I was a Mod. Never thought 30 years on it would still be a buzz, how wrong was I?

Re: The Blue Beat

Charlie — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 18:05:08 -0000

Would love to hear it Davie, do I get a royalty cheque for the name, hee hee! I accept Irn Bru "Glass Cheques" also or Provident, 65 pence per week over 10 years!

Re: Mod Weekender Compilation

Charlie — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 03:15:14 -0000

Brilliant, who was that nutter with the Paka on taking a bow? Oops it was me, sober as well, Strange Days, indeed! Ha ha!

Re: Mod Memories - Yeh Yeh - One Up Bar

Charlie — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 03:46:28 -0000

The Yeh Yeh gig was mental, electric atmosphere, the song I remember playing a record that sticks in my head The Doors "I Looked At You" Big Jason during his Ray Manzarek mini me phase, dancing around with his jungle legs giving it laldy, the place was bouncing, start to finish, a huge thanks for the memories N.G, I am sure wee Sharon winched the face off the Yeh Yeh lead singer, or was that you N.G? Or were you rolling the plastercine around that night somewhere else? Ha ha!

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 06:36:04 -0000

This tune just grows on you, cool, met a guy in Sleazies who was gobsmacked to hear this record has been unearthed, he remembers seeing the band and he never knew they had ever cut any vinyl in their heyday, you learn something new everyday in life. There is a lot more to come,oh yes indeed!

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:16:04 -0000

Raymie has "discovered" a rare unreleased "Womens World" by The Jags on a 45, I will ask him to record the vinyl for website, haven't heard this song myself, so I am looking forward to that, well done Raymie.

Re: Mod Memories - Yeh Yeh - One Up Bar

Charlie — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 18:44:16 -0000

Brilliant we have more photos of the Yeh Yeh gig somewhere we will dig them out, it was a brilliant night, thanks to N.G for the write up, tell Andy thanks for the memories!

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 19:09:23 -0000

The young lady in the photo was made up after I put the Parka on her, a touch kindness goes a long way, Henry and Jillians photos were all taken on the spur of the moment, they are talented photographers, I am glad we were all there, it was a buzz, it was a very unique moment, 100% classic from everyone involved! Cheers!

Re: The Blue Beat

Charlie — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:25:31 -0000

Have you got anymore in the pipeline Davie? I'll buy a copy off you so I can add it to my collection, I will see wee Rab soon, I would appreciate that.Cheers.

Re: Glasgow Mods Proudly Presents Mr Tom Fleming

Charlie — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:47:17 -0000

The Studio Down Beat presenter is Raymond Boyd, real name Raymond O' Hare. "The Magnificent 7" on the black and white photos is the opening night of The Lindella as a Mod Club in 1961, 3rd from left to right is Tom Fleming. The 3 cool dudes at Rothesay '61 are left to right, Willie McDade,Bobby Cameron and Brian McWhirter. Another 4 names amongst the various photos are Jim Clemings, Charlie Olliephant, Stuart Munroe and Ian Dick and of course The First Lady Of The Lndella, Betty Allan behind the Trophy with The Lindella Jive Team,back row 3rd left......Tom Fleming! A million thanks for sharing your youth with us.

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:10:00 -0000

We are rushed off our feet the next few months Lammy Chick,but hey "That's Entertainment!" "la, la, la!" We will keep everyone informed of future events. What time does this spaceship land Mr Mojo Risin'?lol!

Re: Glasgow Mods Proudly Presents Mr Tom Fleming

Charlie — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:00:26 -0000

Cheers for the comments, we hope there is a lot of "ex-pats" maybe around who left Glasgow around this time and maybe their Great Grand Kid thanks to modern technology a.k.a Jimmy The Mod will tell them their on the internet "telly" would love to hear from anyone dancing in the audience, the star of course is Tom Fleming, without his frienship and trust, it would not have made possible. This is a rare piece of unique Scottish youth culture history, its brilliant just to sit back and enjoy the moment!

Re: Rex Garvin - Sock It To em JB

Charlie — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:38:50 -0000

What a montage of sound and vision, been a natural high seeing all of these ideas put together, definitely sunshine after the rain!

Re: Video

Charlie — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 17:37:51 -0000

Mark Joseph- "Bringing Back Those Memories" on the Video Jukebox,total class, nice to see a young Irishman who is a Mod, great Scooters in it as well, catchy pop tune as well, brilliant! The guys is the mutts nuts!

Re: Useful Downloads

Charlie — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:23:30 -0000

Hi Fudgie, how are you doing? Glad to know your around, ahhhhhh! Good memories Fudgie, keep in contact.Hi Stevie, posted your photos this morning,Registered Post, rushed off my feet yesterday, we are looking forward to seeing the videos waiting to inspire you once you see the photos, as Bond would they are "For Your Eyes Only" or as I know the Austin Powers should have named "The Man With The Golden Buns!" movie rather than "Goldmember" Ho,ho! All the best.

Re: The Beginning of The Glasgow Mods

Charlie — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 09:09:41 -0000

Glasgow Mods, "5 Years Ahead Of My Time" , oh no their not!! oh yes we are!!!

Re: Useful Downloads

Charlie — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:38:03 -0000

Me and Jimmy appreciate all the comments, we are glad old friends and new are getting together, Fudgie, Kenny "Wheelchair" Hammil is amongst us, Jim Nairn, Drummy, wee Angie Sneddon, Livvie who dwells in his "Solar Igloo! as I call it, we are still here, so keep in touch. All the best.

Re: N.G. Mods - Quinny

Charlie — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:40:18 -0000

Special thanks to Quinny for sharing them with us!

Re: Glasgow Mods - Fudgie

Charlie — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 15:36:30 -0000

What a trip! Picture 23 Mary Alice next to Fudgie, and Sharon Curran from Lambhill, a million thanks Fudgie for Jackies photos,and The Band Stand photo and our "going for a walk", even a photo from The Hawaiian Grill, and Michelle (Ma Belle!) got an LP not so long ago Fudgie from Speno, one particular song always reminded me of you and Michelle dancing to, The Main Attraction's version of Brenton Woods "Gimme A Little Sign" All the best. So many memories, every picture tells it's own story, "It's all too beautiful" Wee Jackie Calder,god bless!

Re: Tribute To The G-Mods (via Henry McInnes)

Charlie — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:01:36 -0000

Kenny and The Kasuals, Chocolate Watch Band, beautiful photos, beautiful people, all in sound and vision, and we're sober Jimmy? Whats going on? Now Henry and Jillian are taking us to a new level with these "Diamonds In The Dust" photos, one of the best videos Jimmy, one of the best, what a day, I am still to get over seeing Fudgies photos and I had the most amazing talk with Tom Fleming this afternoon, The Lindella Story has only just begun! Mind blowing, the biz! Loved the Otis Redding and The Who at the end, and of course Jimmy THE Mod! God bless!

Re: Mod Memories - Yeh Yeh - One Up Bar

Charlie — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:15:21 -0000

Hi AndyH, it was a brilliant gig, start to finish, we were glad to have been a part of it, halycon days indeed!

Re: Brenton Wood and LJB

Charlie — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:22:17 -0000

See Fudgie, you find us then Michelle and Stevie, I am made up for you, amazing photos of wee Jackie, what a lassie!

Re: Glasgow Mods Proudly Presents Mr Tom Fleming

Charlie — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:34:29 -0000

Tom told me a brilliant memory this afternoon, him and his pals called themselves "The Peter Pan Club" as they didn't want to grow up, he recalled that if they went out more than 2 weeks, with the same girl, they had to buy all the Club members a pint each and a packet of cigarettes!!! PRICELESS! The innocence of youth, Tom Fleming, I take a bow to you, sir, total respect.

Re: Northern Soul Duffy - Mercy

Charlie — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:24:28 -0000

Honey and Syrup Duffy certainly is, with that voice, America will be putty in her hands! Angelic!

Re: Congratulations - Stevie Fae Cranhill

Charlie — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:34:14 -0000

Welcome aboard Stevie, the Karaoke King has returned!! Hope you enjoyed the disc I sent to you,look forward to your input, first question, can I have a pay rise, cause Jimmy The Slave Driver, won't,I am struggling on 1.2 Million per year! I think its unfair, as I have an expensive taste in Vintage Diet Coke and Lidl have stopped making their own brand now I have to import them from Asda, Maryhill! All the best Stevie!

Re: Congratulations - Stevie Fae Cranhill

Charlie — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:10:36 -0000

A record deal as in Jimmy offering to buy a round of drinks!!! Ho, ho!

Re: Mamas and Papas

Charlie — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:38:47 -0000

!All the leaves are brown, and the sky is grey........" Great singsong any grey day in Glasgow, "California Dreamin" or on a train on a Bank Holiday train with our Family Tickets, 2 Adults and 3 children, one ticket between 15 Mods trying to get into the toilets,trying to hide from the Ticket Inspector, ah yes! Mamas And Papas, take it away Livvi!!!

Re: The Gang’s All Here

Charlie — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:09:07 -0000

Hi Chris I am sure the best person for Scottish social history is Janny, 100% The Gang Is All Here, except the Glesga Polis!! Changed days indeed, ha ha! Sam Cooke is a genius, well done Mr Editor. Janny we await for your reply.

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 18:53:56 -0000

Here Jimmy The Mod Jackie says get your finger out with the photos, got a selection of music to upload from vinyl with Jackies seal of approval..... and if we don't do it soon we're getting a slap so thats us told, must be an East Kilbride thing!

Re: The Gang’s All Here

Charlie — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:21:23 -0000

Fruit Pudding, Tottie Scone and a fried egg sanchwiched between 2 "ootsiders" of skwerr breid, voila! The perfect sandwich a la Glesga style! I dreamed about this for years while living in London, ate 2 of them soon as got to my ma's, it was worth the wait! Speaking of sweeties, chungy dabbeties, fake tatoos, the best and of course Supermoose!.........Think I will get my cape!!! Must fly!

Re: Sam Cooke - You Send Me

Charlie — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:38:40 -0000

The Roadrunners have reformed!!! Met them at Animals Fae Namboombu Rally, they are now called The Argyll Road Runners S.C, Club President Jim Nairn and Secretary Caraline, my dog Taz is club Mascot, can't wait to see his Club Bandana,they have 2 trail bikes and a huge collection of Tractors, its a huge club, although I don't see The Globies stealing Tractor parts unless they are into Crop Circles,but these are strange times. The Club Motto is "We Don't Race Scooters, We Do Cool" Long live the Argyll Road Runners S.C their pure dead cool by the way! lol!

Re: Sam Cooke - You Send Me

Charlie — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:12:31 -0000

A link would be most appreciated for them Stevie,Henry and Jillian are a gem of a couple, the photos are out of this world, there is a lot more too come. I am sure when they get back to earth after the Rally they will watch the video as they are busy with the Rally photos at the moment, I knew you would like the disc..........now about that pay rise?

Re: Sam Cooke - You Send Me

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 04:47:14 -0000

Hi Chris, I think Norman Stanley Fletcher from Porridge and Gloria from It Ain't Half Hot Bum, have more in common( no mispelling on Bum, a lot of that goes on in prison apparently) with Animal than the Scooter Club ( Corker R.I.P)

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:38:54 -0000

Thats why EK is called "Polo Mint" city, every street has a roundabout, snobs!

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:53:46 -0000

I remember the girl was sitting on his knee,I just asked her dance and away we went, she ws pretty, I was pretty s**t faced, these were all grown men, big bikers, your right Jimmy no hassle from them after a few words from Mick The Chef, he was not to be messed around with.

Re: Troggs

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:59:23 -0000

Are you sure it wasn't "My Boyfriends Back" she was singing to you Jimmy as she saw you shinning down a drainpipe, in Uddingston while you were feeling "mature" at that point, ho ho!

Re: German Mod Rally

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:21:55 -0000

My first trip down the Barras as a 14 year old Mod, on a Saturday wearing a German Parka, 2 Tone trousers,a pair of black suede Monkee shoes( Dees of Trongate £9.99) all the older Mods told me to f*** off and one of them taken me down to Gilt Edge in the Saltmarket, shown me where to buy a Britsh Gas Parka, next week I came down, they all shook my hand, and I was hooked, its all I wanted to be, me! When I saw all the younger Mods, doing what I had done, years later, I didn't put them down, we all got to start somewhere.

Re: Mod Memories - Yeh Yeh - One Up Bar

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:39:18 -0000

Jackie! You are now! ho ho! Hows the chrome side panels on the tractor coming along? Does it have the racing stripes on it yet? Ha ha!

Re: Sam Cooke - You Send Me

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:45:24 -0000

yes he was a very close friend to a lot of us, no excuses for what was done, none at all, thats why I hope he was singing "You Bend Me" in the showers for every day of his time, Corker was one of us.A decent bloke.

Re: Troggs

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 17:43:17 -0000

Over the years Jimmy has shared a lot of love, can't wait to hear you sing this, if its as good as me singing "8 Days A Week" we have a contest, lol!

Re: The Story of Sam Cooke in the 60’s

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 18:16:02 -0000

"A Change Is Gonna Come" total class, cheers Stevie, a very influential singer.

Re: Eighties Revival

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 18:41:53 -0000

There is a few live tracks recorded at the Apollo on "Dig The New Breed" got it in my collection, never played it, its immaculate, but I will get some tracks recorded for the site, ah the things you do for Mod!

Re: Troggs

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 18:43:55 -0000

I can supply you a few hairs off my comb Jimmy for your Beatles wig, ha ha!

Re: Last Night Of Wigan Casino

Charlie — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 18:57:41 -0000

The Wigan Casino, remember an interview with Pete Waterman, I was surprised to learn he was a Northern Soul DJ there, a very underrated Northern Soul DJ in the 80's was Radio 1 DJ Bruno Brookes, heard a set he done in the early 90's at The Cockney Cabaret Club in Tottenham Road, before Geno Washington taken over, Bruno was just superb, the place was jumping when Geno came on and sang "Michael" as an opener! Halycon days...... More to come.

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 06:55:56 -0000

The jacket was tan suede 5 button with a belt and brown leather collar and pockets and leather on the shoulders, I got it from Nick who ran the One Up,it was an original 1967 Mod Jacket, ahhh thanks Jackie, the Gangs All Here,100% Wait till Big Jason and Sammy see these!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:03:32 -0000

Jimmy where are you? You sure you hung about with us, ha ha! Here Davie are we not sexy? lol! Hi Chris,no longer have the jacket due to an ex-wife throwing my past in the bin, I don't mind, you can't throw memories in the bin, I'm a happy chappy!

Re: Quadrophenia

Charlie — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:39:32 -0000

Quadrophenia, forever inspiring, never tiring, who would have thought then and now, we would still be watching the movie and it still gives you a buzz,not a lot of movies around can have that magic, brilliant!!! We are THE Mods!

Re: Crispian St Peters

Charlie — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:49:49 -0000

A million thanks Jimmy The Mod for all your unselfish devotion to the website, Jason and Sue, Sammy have asked me to thank you on their behalf for bringing us all together, without you none of this would have been made possible, take a well deserved bow Jimmy,you have changed a lot of peoples lives over the years, ours included and all for the better, for that alone we are eternally grateful. God bless you,and on Saturday morning as the Big Man was taking his vows, "You Were On My Mind", not just mine, but everyone concerned.Cheers Jimmy!!!

Re: EK and Glasgow Photos - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:14:56 -0000

Wow!!! Ah the memories come flooding back, never thought I would see photos like these again my lifetime, thanks Jackie, Davie and Jimmy, a labour of love gone into getting these up on the site, I am overwhelmed, totally, all those carefree happy times, and wonderful friendships.

Re: Scooter Rallies - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:04:19 -0000

More great photos of us all, brilliant, my god we got around,eh? Thanks for sharing them with us Jackie,we were like one huge family, hundreds of us.The Weekend Walks around the town, from The Olympia to The Hawaiian Grill,some fantastic Scooters in these photos, everywhere we went it was Mardi Gras time, cool bunch of kids having fun and not a pair of Reeboks and shellsuit in sight, oh aye nearly forgot, I'm glad Casey lost his"hairy" lip look. Didn't suit him at all!! Lol!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:29:14 -0000

Hi Chris I remember " A Town Called Malice" being played at The Scene,I still have it, along with "Funeral Pyre" "The Bitterest Pill" and "Absolute Beginners" as I bought them at The Scene Club,still have them to this day. I still have the 12 inch sigle of "The 5 O' Clock Hero" also, great memories,one long party after party.Special days for a 16 year old school leaver s**t upon by Maggies Britain.

Re: The Key - Four Tops

Charlie — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:40:55 -0000

First time I have heard this, 4 Tops are sheer soul perfection. Another unheard of gem, KTF KFC and Fries Jimmy!!! Ho, ho!

Re: Crispian St Peters

Charlie — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:47:26 -0000

Can't forget Janny for tracking "Painter Man" down for us, anytime you want "haunners"against the twins,phone Jimmy, he's great with children, he used to be one!! Ha ha! God bless you Janny!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:59:44 -0000

the 4x2 with the plooky face is on a certain Interpol list for certain misdemeanours, saw him on the news around 4 months now being huckled back from Canada with his son on the news so I hope he gets plenty of "man love" in Bar-L as I write this, and if the boys inside need Viagara to keep them going while showering with him, I will get them as many bottles as they need. Give the slag why the term "HARD TIME" is reserved for his ass! I was one of the Mods set upon by him and his 3 amigos,got a long,long memory Chris! Crystal clear.

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:07:38 -0000

Fantastic idea, I can see my house from here!! I am famous! Hello world! We are the Mods!!

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:35:14 -0000

I always thought the term "Glory Boys" came from the London Scene in the early 60's, I am sure there was a Peter Noone ( Herman of the Hermits) had an album out in 79 called "One Of The Original Glory Boys" referring to the "gang" they had in London with Marc Bolan and David Bowie all the "Faces" who went out clubbing together,well dancing and not biker bashing in that respect. I am not 100% on this but I will look into it.Anyone else know where the term "Glory Boys" originates from?

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:55:19 -0000

Brilliant article Chris, I remember at one point the Scene Club Cafe on a Saturday afternoon, selling records, I bought a lot of Jam records there as well as Madness "Embarassment"I used to go up to the Cafe with Janice, Shirley Ross and Chalky all from Cumbernauld. Remember Colins music very well, that was the first time I had heard The Beau Brummels "Laugh,Laugh" and The Swinging Medallions "Double Shot Of My Baby's Love" along with The Yardbirds, The Hollies , The Doors, Jefferson Airplane.He was years ahead of his time music wise. Brilliant music, it was never dull,always remember the red lights in the"chill out room" eveyone there "fumbling" around, kinda weird I remember on numerous occassions, going in there with a girl and leaving with someone elses??? The girls didn't seem to mind as they were doing the same with the guys??? Quite trippy in fact, I only ever taken alcohol at The Scene, wasn't till a couple of years later I got into taking pills side of things.Beatiful times at The Scene Club.

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 12:07:01 -0000

Cheers for that N.G and Chris, I will dig into Peter Noones album, Indianna Murphy is on the trail. Oh yes indeed!!

Re: Main Map For Locations

Charlie — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 12:50:17 -0000

Have no fear N.G input coming shortly, glad to know you'se are missing me, nice to be wanted and not by the police, ha ha!

Re: Nostalgia This

Charlie — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:04:53 -0000

They also forgot to mention Carbolic soap and Loxene for the head lice, and the infamous "Bone Comb" and a news paper to kill the little s***s that you could see them Olympic running on away from, once yer maw had taken 5 layers of skin from said napper with said "Bone Comb" Oh happy days! I can still remember peoples fear of "Bible John" He was the "bogeyman" to us urchins, well me anyway, in my childhood days in "Brigton" Playing "Soldjies" with a leg of an armchair with your mates and lobbing half a brick, that was your "grenade"came in handy if the git was a "nippy sweety", hit him with it full whack then tell him he was "kiddy oan deid" with a lump oan his nut the size of a ducks egg,( sorry Angus Russell, you were a spoilt b*****d, tried to "skite" it off your arm, but your heid got in the way!!!) Thats what I call Nostalgia this, came from a close "nit" family........I'll get my coat!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:27:54 -0000

The Hollies "Bus Stop", Bob & Earl "The Harlem Shuffle" Shocking Blue "Venus" and R Dean Taylor "There's A Ghost In My House" would be my favourites for a Scene Club Jukebox, anyone else got their fave songs? Maybe start a kind of Mods "Stars On Sunday" for us Jurassic Parkas!lol!

Re: Ready Steady Go

Charlie — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:42:46 -0000

Love it!!! I remember the Britvic 55 ad in the 80's with Dusty's "I Only Want To Be With You" theme tune and a host of 60's stars sitting in a cafe, Scott Walker was in it too, if my memory is correct. I loved RSG,always will, thanks for the nostalgia trip Jimmy and to all those who couldn't make it to Ian MacLagan and The Bump gig at King Tuts tonight, it was WOW! They played "Get Yourself Together" by you all know,and Ronnie Laines "Spiritual Babe" it was a night to remember, even got Mac to sign my ticket "To all the Glasgow Tin Souldiers, from Ian, Ronnie,Steve and Kenney, in thoughts of you" What a gentleman he is, an absolute gem, god bless you sir.RSG? I am always ready to GO!

Re: Nostalgia This

Charlie — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 05:38:14 -0000

Funny you should remember the ABC minors shows, I loved them! Saturdays were brilliant, watching the old "Flash Gordon" and "Shazam" on the big screen, I was watching the movie "Small Faces" a couple of years ago and there was an ABC minors scene it, brilliant, exactly how I remember it.

Re: Ready Steady Go

Charlie — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 05:44:28 -0000

Did you know "Catch Us If You Can" was the inspiration for Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart, the main songwriters for The Monkees, theme tune "Hey, hey, we're The Monkees" that was based on the DC5 song Tommy Boyce was a fan of theirs.

Re: Nostalgia This

Charlie — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:49:21 -0000

Oh I remember getting the belt! Came home and told my ma why I got the belt, then I got another belt for "playing up" in front of the teachers, the best of both worlds!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:24:53 -0000

Hi Lammy Chick after my senses being battered by 9 versions of "Wade In The Water" at Friday Street in one go, not so long ago, "I Got You Babe" will always be music to my ears, they won't play it at Friday Street as people will enjoy it! Its a song the whole world knows, feel the petals,man! They play Rockabilly more than Mod music, and thats the truth.I am a Mod.I see more trendys up dancing than Mods, Rockabilly ain't R'n'B they say there isn't enough Mods, I can see plenty of them. Why are they all sitting in a corner? Cause its not Mod.Look how quickly the floor filled up when they played "If I Were A Carpenter" and how desolate it becomes the next record, and the trendys are giving it laldy! Says it all!

Re: Ready Steady Go

Charlie — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:20:54 -0000

Ah the one and only Billy Fury!! What a singer, charasmatic with it, I will forgive him for his dalliance with Kenny Everetts Mrs,big man you could have done a thousand times better than her, watched Billy's "His Wondrous Story" she comes across as a rather scorned woman a.k.a "Nippy Sweety" material. Mind you Mr Fury was fond of the Jamacian Woodbines so his mind was in a mellow haze for a while.Still one of our most underrated singers ever produced, even The Beatles applied to be his backing band!! The Dave Clark 5, were the biz! Anyone from The Scene remember the "DC5" phase were a lot of Mods wore the DC5 "look"? complete with with white polo necks with 3 black cover buttons worn on the side of the polo neck,it was smart! Especially John Morrison from The Gorbals, looked the part 100%! The epitome of 60's cool.

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:08:52 -0000

I loved the Scene Club and the Lindella, they were a place you could be a Mod amongst Mods, it was one long party another song for the Jukebox "Hello I Love You" The Doors oh can't forget wee Rab Souters song "Alternate Title" The Monkees, used to nip my heid singing it when he was drunk! (Only joking Rab, cause your bigger than me)

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 12:41:38 -0000

Hi TYB the girl in picture is Debbie from Cambuslang number 44 with the white top on,it was always Debbie and Donna from Cambuslang they seemed joined at the hip to me,lol! Siamese twins, almost.

Re: The Briggait Cafe

Charlie — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:59:17 -0000

The Briggait Cafe was our Quadrophenia Cafe, simple as that, "Dear Prudence" by Siouxie and The Banshees was never off the Jukebox along with The Animals "I'm Crying" on the 3

Re: The Briggait Cafe

Charlie — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:08:10 -0000

Oops misposted the last comment too quickly there, meant to finish off by saying the 3 track e.p on the Jukebox,halycon days indeed, your right about Continental Cafes making it harder to find a proper cafe "Greasy Spoons" forever! Real Cafe's with real characters and above all an atmosphere!!! Thats what is missing, and laughter! I have never seen so many poker faced staff in all my life in the last 8 months in Glesga! Gauny gies a smile! It disnae cost a penny! Honest!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:14:17 -0000

Hi Sting long time no see of course I remember you, how are you doing mate? Hope life has treated you well in the "gap" years of a century ago! ha ha! Nice to know you are around. How is Cha? Tell him we are asking for him, and hope he is doing well. Are you married with kids?

Re: Lindella

Charlie — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 23:46:29 -0000

Same as me Chris, this is were I first met Angie and James Sneddon, Shirley Ross, and a lot of faces I met tonight at Friday Street's 8th Anniversary do, a million thanks Mikey for the Jerry Lee Lewis intro when I walked in the door, priceless!! Garfield it was fantastic to see you once again.God bless you Garfield, I mean that. Never thought way back in 1981, I would be writing about the Lindella and meeting Tom Fleming, the gentleman in these above photos along with Betty, I feel very humbled by it all,the Lindella and Scene will always have a special place in my heart. 27 years on, we're still dancing! Tom thanks for sharing your photos with us, picture number 2 is from 1961 and is of the opening night of The Lindellas first Mod night, the rest they say is history!

Re: Mod Angie

Charlie — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:11:06 -0000

Dirty Den was a 60's Mod as well before he murdered that cab driver in Germany, Aprils Fanzine was The Modernist, I remember her selling it at the corner of St Enoch Square / Argyle Street on a Saturday afternoon.I would have love to have met Mod Angie in the 60's, but she dumped me for that poodle perm from Queen, I had the priviledge of talking to Anita Dobson outside The Commonwealth Institute on Kensington High Street, clad in denim, around 1991 she is beautiful, me being the chancer I am got a kiss on the cheek but alas not a phone number. I am not greedy, a stolen kiss is heavenly bliss!

Re: (at the) MOD DISCOTHEQUE

Charlie — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:28:28 -0000

Another blinder of a video Stevie, that fresh air fortnight at Saltcoats has recharged your batteries, hope you bought us all a stock of rock? Or a stoned Uni Student from Byres Road as you have been "grassed" up by your Spamhill informant, its pay on demand time. The Truth Is Out There!

Re: Stax-Volt Review - Live 1967

Charlie — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 09:31:21 -0000

Brilliant, did you know John Lennon was a huge Booker T & The M.G's fan? Typical of Lennons verbal wit he referred to them as "Book a table and the maitre D's"(sourced from SOULSVILLE U.S.A,the story of Stax Records page 97) there was rumours that "Revolver" was partially recorded at Stax studios as Brian Epstein had been in talks with Al Bell and Jim Stewart in March 1966 before their upcoming summer tour, if so it would be intriguing to imagine the horn tracks on tracks such as "Got To Get You Into My Life" and "Good Day Sunshine" being played by Wayne Jackson and Andrew Love.That would be DYNAMITE, Stevie, cheers!

Re: Mickey Oates

Charlie — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 11:58:45 -0000

Ahh! The legendary Mickey "Crowbar" Oates! I remember it being called Mickey Mole Grips, the amount of Scooters that passed their M.O.T there and broke down seconds later after leaving, priceless, Arthur Daley protege through and through, deserves top billing in The Mod Hall Of Fame!! Right next to the Airdrie "Ace Face" with his 90cc Honda with Blue Peter sticky back plaster PX side panels attached to it. Legends in their own lunchtime,lol!

Re: Photos

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 01:01:44 -0000

Hi Sting I think you forget me, Livvi and Shaun, Mick Young,Sheeny, Div and Pek were walking in amongst these Skinheads, I for one have never ran out of a back door, period,not in a million years sonny boy, never knew any hard Mods, either only mates who stood by each other,must have been 2 bottles of vinegar in your hand that day, you will never say I ran out a door, can't believe you have said that, what are you all about?

Re: (at the) MOD DISCOTHEQUE

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 02:01:12 -0000

there was a band of this name N.G they were an Indie band, don't know about their music though, one of those John Peel Sessions, this genius would have listened too, I would have guessed.Hi Fudgie, I had found the famous Alley in Brighton a good few years ago, there was a Chinese Restaurant at the back of it, did you go past The Grand Hotel screaming "Bell Boy " at the front entrance? We did, Jimmy The Mod,Big Jason and Sammy, Jimmy drove up and down a few times in his Company car , it had to be done, the staff must get that frequently from deranged Mods living their dreams, like us.

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 07:22:10 -0000

Hi Chris the Glasgow Civics came about as it was named by Wee Rab, after the Cardonald Civic Centre ,the badge was designed by Big Jason the colours are based on Big Jasons Harlequin Hipsters, he wore at the time, crazy but true, I am sure N.G will tell us about the "Uncle Sam" incident in his own time, over to you N.G.

Re: Photos

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 07:52:46 -0000

Cheers Paul, I like to remember the good times and lifelong friendships that stem from our time together, with the people around us, nothing was impossible, all of us, were in it, it was one big family, we argued and fought like brothers and sisters do, when it came to the crunch, we stood up for the person beside us, forgot too mention Billy Parker, Stevie Kaleem, yourself, Drummy, Jimmy The Mod and probably another 140 others. The day Sting fondly remembers was the Skinheads from Falkirk, I will need to get Jimmy to put The Doors "Back Door Man" as a request for myself as my theme tune, if anyone else can think of a song along these lines,let me know as I am partial to a good laugh at life,once again Paul,cheers and I hope life is treating you well.

Re: The Casuals - Jesamine

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 08:09:58 -0000

Cheers for this song Stevie,this is my niece "Green Onions" Donna's who now resides in Italy fave track, always reminds me of her,who would have thought the nucleus of The Casuals would go on to write the theme tune for "Chariots Of Fire" years later, Jon and Vangelis, bit like Status Quo in that respect,nobody wold headbang to "Rocking All Over The World" but groove to "Pictures Of Matchstick Men" at the drop of a Tootal scarf!! Magic!

Re: Stax-Volt Review - Live 1967

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 08:18:58 -0000

Hi Felonius is that the chemical compound for E's posted by you,I tried to mix it in the kitchen and got the ingredients for a MacFlurry!!! Whats going on? Fom yours truly "Professor Kitzel" Ho,ho!

Re: Mickey Oates

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 08:48:53 -0000

I remember he came into The One Up and going on about his Scooter,we had met him outside Gilt Edge in The Saltmarket a short time later "posing" on it, Livvi asked him for a "backie" we couldn't stop laughing. He was serious about his GS Honda 90cc 0-60 IN 3 days "Dream Machine" absolute classic,I say put him on "Mod Locations" as a tribute. I am sure someone somewhere had taken photos on that day, as a lot of the lassies were ribbing him big time."Ace Face" where are you now?

Re: Mickey Oates

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 10:19:55 -0000

Your right Stevie probably in hospital with 3rd degree burns on his "love lance" from the exhaust pipe,OUCH! Wonder if he has a Karma Sutra Honda "handbook"?........I will get my Parka!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 10:49:35 -0000

Hi Angie what kept you?"you know you want to make me SHOUT!" I remember that party very well.Nice to hear from you.

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 11:55:33 -0000

Livvy is still here, I will tell him you were asking for him Fudgie, if you would like too meet up with him, sometime in the near future I will pass on the info, no problem mate,pleasure. Colourful character is our Mr Livingstone,over the years he has even delivered 7 roadside "births" intriguing eh?

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 13:07:06 -0000

Your lucky Livvy never finished off your tattoo! with his sense of humour you could have ended up with BUDGIE on your arm,lol!

Re: The Best Mod Band…Ever

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 17:18:07 -0000

Thanks for that Fudgie, I am just about used to being called Grandfather after nearly 4 years! Your cheques in the post. Love all the Small Faces music the original Tin Souldiers.After seeing Ian MacLagan only reinforces the reason why they are the best Mod band ever.

Re: EK and Glasgow Photos - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 18:32:18 -0000

I had loads of great nights at The Olympia, one particular night I was "pepped" up dancing to a song call "The Hitch Hike" with Jimmy The Mod, it was on the "Ready Steady Go" album, released at that time. Always remember Fitzie from the EEM giving it laldy to The Beats "Tears Of A Clown" and a massive singalong to "The Kids Are Alright" by the 'Orrible Who! Blissful nights of untapped energy, Jeez at times we were mental, but in a good way. It was high spirited,never a dull moment.Here Stevie are you sure it wasn't me wearing those red hipsters?? You foxy stud, thought you dumped me for good, ho ho!

Re: Groovy Baby - Yeah!

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 19:06:59 -0000

I can dig it Soul Brother! Excellent montage of tunes and Go Go dancers( gimme a couple of seconds while I jemmy my tongue off the ceiling!!)How could the Soul Band sing while those Go Go dancers strutted their stuff nearby? Talk about Weapons Of Mass Distraction!! First class delivery Stevie,first class!!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 19:43:00 -0000

Congratulations too Drummy on the announcement of his 2nd child due too be born Feb 2009, good luck and sleepless nights Drummy from everyone who knows you,give the Mrs a cuddle from all of us,take care mate.

Re: The Great Society 1966

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 05:44:04 -0000

Didn't know there was Indonesian Massage Parlours in the Highlands? ha ha!

Re: Groovy Baby - Yeah!

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 13:43:40 -0000

Don't know about the group, but the dancers have left lasting Impressions on me!!

Re: The Great Society 1966

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 14:02:17 -0000

Glad you like it once the vinyl is uploaded it will make sense, got a lot more in the pipeline, The Great Society was the pre-cursor to "The Summer Of Love" that was around the corner, I wonder if Grace had a premonition about Viagara in White Rabbit with the opening lyric"one pill makes you larger" while on acid?

Re: The Pleasers circa 78

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:46:49 -0000

This song and The Jam, "All Around The World" were on a programme called "Just Marc" featuring Marc Bolan, these 2 songs were premiered, that was me hooked, all I wanted to be was a Mod, of course people slagged it off cause of the high standard set by the original, didn't matter to me, the suits the style, as a teenager looking for a direction, found it,all in the same programme.Spider played this at "The Melting Pot" a few months ago,still got the same buzz 30 years on, Jurrasic Parkas live on!!! T-Rex and us have a lot in common now, even down to the name!

Re: The Great Society 1966

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:55:59 -0000

Don't worry Sergeant Bilko I already have, lol! Is that not a photo of Tom Cruise you put up here? Bilko never looked that handsome in a uniform,ho ho!

Re: The Great Society 1966

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:01:03 -0000

Me and Jimmy are 2 peas in a Mod! He's Danny Devito, I am Arnie the Sarnie from the movie "Twins" lol!

Re: The Great Society 1966

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:14:12 -0000

That was taken in London before my sex change op, call me Charlotte girl, sounds better, ha ha!

Re: The Pleasers circa 78

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 17:19:15 -0000

I could never figure out the differnce between Punk and New Wave as a lot of bands labelled Punk became New Wave, even The Selecter were labelled Punk now I noticed a band called The Leyton Buzzards from 78 labelled Mod Punk?Mmmm!

Re: Groovy Baby - Yeah!

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 17:25:52 -0000

The Elvis lookalike singer Stevie is that Jamie Coe?

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 17:31:55 -0000

Hi Fudgie, the song you and Michelle used to your "mad dance" to was it The Main Attractions version of Brenton Woods "Gimme A Little Sign"? if it is I have it on vinyl and would be more than happy to get it recorded and uploaded to you,is that okay?

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 17:50:44 -0000

Your right N.G about the Civics dances in Govan The Pearce Institute and The One Up specials,can't specify dates though as there was a lot going on then, a helluva lot! All good things mind you.

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:29:17 -0000

No problem, give me a day or 2 and I will get it sent to you, cheers Fudgie

Re: Groovy Baby - Yeah!

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:59:24 -0000

The guy looks the part,maybe Elvis copied him for his 68 Comeback by the looks of it,my ma used to play this Jamie Coe "The Fool" years ago, I was about 11 and I thought it was terrible, she played it constantly, drove me barmy, I think it was a minor hit in about 1963? I will dig into that as curiosity is getting the better of me, but the video is cosmic, Stevie. Whats next?

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:09:46 -0000

Hi Kenny I was going to put you on Mod Locations for your escape route the day you hightailed it down the High Street with the Legendary "

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:13:38 -0000

Sorry about that hit the wrong button there meant to say "The Wheelchair Job" was executed with detailed precision,lol! How are you Kenny? We are all missing you mate, take care.

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:33:04 -0000

Its a mixture of everything, sometimes its a "Fright Night" cause its scary with some of the faces that pop up from centuries ago, its fun though, I met Jimmy The Mod there after 200 years, what you see is the end result, The Glesga Mods all together under one website, I am amazed we are all still here, who would have thought, eh?

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:50:50 -0000

After my sex change I am the Grandmother of Mod, Wellers Granny now! lol!

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:00:23 -0000

By the way Fudgie,Sting, Kenny, just seen a photo of Michelle, taken today and she looks like a dream, and I am not kidding,Michelle you are a darling!!

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:19:57 -0000

Oh I know, she was always will be to us all Fudgie, the lyrics to The Beatles "In My Life" reminds me of eveyone I have known around me since then and now it always will, "all these places had there moments,with lovers and friends, I still can recall,some are dead,and some are living,in my life,I've loved them all" from the heart and soul of a Mod, with a little help from Lennon/McCartney

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:27:56 -0000

The site was never about us it was for everyone Fudgie, we hoped it would inspire people to get involved,so when are you going to do a Post for all of us to see?

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:36:37 -0000

i used to play that in The One Up on a regular basis. There is a TOTP 1965 Rehearsal on the video Jukebox Jimmy found of that classic song.

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:44:45 -0000

Just take your time it will come too you, Fudgie you have a wealth of memories and knowledge too share with us, I am confident your ideas are already starting to take shape even as we speak, we look forward to your first Post, need any help just ask,ok?

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:46:10 -0000

All the best Sting, take it easy.

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:50:52 -0000

Probably take you a year to go through the Video Jukebox Fudgie enjoy as there is a whole load of classics there! A truck load!

Re: History

Charlie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 21:02:14 -0000

Told you! lol! Good night, inspiration,eh?

Re: Eve Of Destruction A WMD Vespa

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 07:38:38 -0000

wow, Jimmy, puts a lot of things into perspective, 2 sides of a coin, "hate your next door neighbour but don't forget too say grace!" Eve Of Destruction says it all.Powerful Jimmy, very powerful imagery!

Re: Eve Of Destruction A WMD Vespa

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:03:05 -0000

The thing about wars, if one ends another will take its place, same as genocide, I had written a Poem a few years ago, "A Niagara Falls Of Apocalypse Tears" about the genocide in Rwanda, I will dig it out and add it here as a comment, I think it has found its place along side your video Jimmy, thanks, another piece to fit the jigsaw.

Re: The Pleasers circa 78

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:02:52 -0000

I had played The Pleasers at a party, then Big Jason got hooked on it and then The One Up. The record I had bought from Vurgin Megastores at Union Street.£0.99 it cost, lost it years ago or prhaps its in N.G a.k.a "Sticky Fingers" collection, pirated from one of my parties perhaps?Mmmmmm!

Re: The Great Society 1966

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:11:30 -0000

N.G whats keeping you? Are you working out your Domino Strategy for the Social Club? lol! Got another 25,000 records waiting, ha ha!

Re: The Pleasers circa 78

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:19:28 -0000

Always thought Michael Portillo was the only gay Tory Comedian of the 80's, the biker wth the moustache and leathers,wasn't that Maggie Thatcher? Ho ho!

Re: The Pleasers circa 78

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:24:50 -0000

I was joking,N.G,of course,wouldn't mind a copy of The Pleasers, is 2 bags of Irn Bru bottles enough 2 cover the expense or shall I put 3 more various "Glass Cheques" in there as a standby in cae you up the price?

Re: Groovy tonic for the troops

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:42:16 -0000

Somethings happening, theres a vibe around at the moment, a very special vibe,I know Tam and Sting will be proud of all of us, as we are of them, We Are The Mods!

Re: Groovy tonic for the troops

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:56:03 -0000

I take it N.G you are a fan of Mr Meyers flicks? Don't think anyone watched them for intellectual content, eh? I love The BoxTops "The Letter" clip one of Livvy's fave tracks, cheers Stevie the Tonic is working!

Re: The Pleasers circa 78

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:23:13 -0000

I am not an expert on The Tory Closet,er,sorry Cabinets orientations as we all know they are what they say on the label, S&M, not M&S used to grate me seeing them drag their wives and kids in front of the cameras everytime they got caught on the "sleaze" revalations,plastered in the news! Back to The Pleasers, was there not another "spoof" group The Rutles around at the same time as this song, it was called "I Must Be In Love" think it was on the Warner Brothers Label, it was Neil Innes and Eric Idle who fronted the "band" known as the "pre-fab four" I am sure there is a video to this, will get the "Cyber Crowbar" to check this out as it was fun spoof of The Beatles. Bring back "Rutlemania!" Classic songs like "All You Need Is Cash!" "Sgt Rutter's Only Darts Club Band" and "Yellow Submarine Sandwich"! Over to you "Cyber Crowbar"

Re: The Pleasers circa 78

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:16:35 -0000

Just remembered the Tory guy Chris that boldly told us to "Get on your bike!" Norman Tebbit! Hurrah!

Re: The Pleasers circa 78

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:33:22 -0000

Crackerjack! or should I say Crackerjim! Just found my The Rutles album and DVD! Special Features addition,love the write up on it "From the Hamburg days where they found themselves far from home,far from talented" I thought they were talking about Kasabian?lol! I was playing "With A Girl Like You" its actually not a bad song, its just fun from Eric Idle and co.Like the new Pleasers video, these guys are cool.

Re: Groovy tonic for the troops

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:38:23 -0000

Its a rumour Lammy Chick same as the one everyone thought you were my daughter at Friday Street a few days ago,I know cause I started it,heh, heh!

Re: Shindig - Soul Compilation!

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:44:55 -0000

The party's on Stevie! The Stewart Street Boys could not stop the party then or now!!

Re: Groovy Baby - Yeah!

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:01:45 -0000

Just checked out Jamie Coes website, apparently he was discovered by Bobby Darin, and managed by Harry Balk who was Del Shannons manager, looks like he was overlooked in favour of Bobby Darin, thats a shame cause I think America's young girls would have found him a bit more risque than their parents fave Bobby Darin, I think the words ego and jealousy apply to Mr Darin there.Of course having Sinatra around you would open a lot of the right doors.

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:35:52 -0000

Hi Angie I ended up at Henry and Jillians with Jim Nairn after The Modus gig I was planning to go the Woody, ended up leaving Henry's just after 7am Sunday morning, up all night chatting Jim's a nutter, he was on form. Did I miss a good dance? Glad too know you are better late than never,lol! Catch up with you soon.

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:06:11 -0000

Probably September Angie when the Scooter Rally season ends I will keep everyone informed in due course, you should have kept me some photos, got anymore?

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:18:04 -0000

After a photography course at College Angie you should be able to do them in your sleep, ha ha! I am sure you must have tons of photos of me and you in amongst them, eh?

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:38:28 -0000

Aye Lammy Chick, call me Charlie Chick, you have competition now,bet there is a few people out there taking me literally? Already turned N.G''s proposal of marriage down,twice!!! I'm a Laydee!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:17:42 -0000

Here Lammy Chick, if I find Religion call me Charlotte Church!! Ho ho!

Re: Cure - Mod

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:26:25 -0000

I think the target on his arm is so he knows where to hit the vein with a syringe! Robert Smith was more Max Factor than X Factor with his maws lipstick on his coupon! The depressed druggy look was never my thing, I wonder if his blood type was B- Negative!! ......Wait for me Chris, just getting my coat!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:38:49 -0000

Hi "Michelle ma belle" how is it going, is N.G kidding you on he is working hard, the boys got such a hard life, probably hanging out his window with his laptop hitching a ride on his neighbours ISP, ha ha! Here Fudgie did you see Sting standing on the tank at front at the beginning of Jimmys "Eve Of Destruction" Video?, Sgt Bilko is Wilco! Thats our Sting.Bet you didn't recognise him?

Re: Brenton Wood and LJB

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:53:01 -0000

Kinda strange me too, Stevie, you know that feeling a certain song a certain memory, thats the beauty of music. Keeps the memories alive,sometimes the chips are down, then what happens,? a song comes along,either on the radio or cd,whatever and for a few precious moments, your troubles are gone! Then you smile!All because of a song.Does that make sense?

Re: Brenton Wood and LJB

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:58:14 -0000

Don't worry Auntie Charlotte has The Main Attractions version for you'se both coming up shortly once N.G has finished hanging out his window ,ha ha!

Re: Brenton Wood and LJB

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:04:19 -0000

What was ours "Sealed With A Slap!" by Brian Hyland, ho ho! Here if I was around at Woodstock in the 60's they would have re-named it "Free Willy" not "Free Love" pure dead Glesga style! I was joking about the aforementioned song Michelle.We are THE Mods!

Re: Brenton Wood and LJB

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:22:12 -0000

I remember Tams party in Sighthill, that was brilliant, that was a Quadrophenia moment when the Police turned up and we put on "The Rythm Of The Rain" by The Cascades as someone had dropped a tub of microwaved margarine out the window from Tams house onto 2 passing policeman,lol! All the underagers gave me their carry outs, I went in and out of about 9 carrier bags to take my "fee" of a can a bag for my troubles of taking the blame of admitting I was a heavy drinker when asked by the Police "Whose drink is all that". Ahhh pissfull memories,oops blissfull memories! Hic!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:36:51 -0000

Hi Fudgie Glenda Collins is a an atrist by Jimmy's pal Russell in London that has been recently "uncovered" she was part of Joe Meeks "stable"of stars but sadly overlooked in favour of the male artist, on the Video Jukebox check out "Scotlands Finest Soul Dancers Preserved" there is another Glenda Collins song on the intro of the video, the lady is a class singer what a voice! Enjoy!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:48:59 -0000

I will ask Uncle Jimmy, for you, as the copyright is retained by Russell, over to you Jimmy The Mod uncle!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:03:47 -0000

Here got a new name for Jimmy, The Mod From Uncle! sounds better than Jimmy The Mod, lol!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:10:13 -0000

Nite,nite Night Owls,think I am more Supergran than Gran fae Hell! Take care Fudgie.

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 05:16:05 -0000

Is Peter Nardini the guy who writes the manifesto's for the S.N.P? If not he should be, they S.N.P are too serious,"My Maws A Mod!" would be a good party song for them,better than Labours "Things Can Only Get Better" changed days since that was their campaign song, "My Maws A Mod" has better lyrics, and a helluva lot funnier! Peter Nardini for Prime Minister I say!

Re: Glenda Collins

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 05:23:12 -0000

I am sure Fudgie will be swinging from the chandeliers when he gets into "Groove" MODe with this selection of Glendas finest recordings,for us Glasgow Mods to enjoy, and not forgetting the thousands of viewers from around the world tuning in! Hello world we're glad you have joined the party! We are the Mods!

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 05:25:17 -0000

Is that you "window surfing" N.G ho,ho!

Re: Tam Gow - War Hero and Proud Glasgow Mod

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:35:18 -0000

I believe Tam is still in the Sighthill area,Drummy will know where he is, so will Livvy, I will try and locate him.I remember the picture in The Daily Record when it had happened, never thought in a million years it was Tam. How wrong can you be!

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:42:55 -0000

Wonder if Gordon Brown was one of the Blue Angels who got his comeuppance down at The Suspension Bridge along with rest of the motley crew who came down on that particular Saturday in the 80's to "haunner" the Punks and Skns against us? Got a surprise that day,eh?

Re: Roadrunners Slideshow

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:47:56 -0000

You may have to wait a while, it taken Speno 24 years for me to get a cup of tea at his house, ho ho! But stranger things have known to happen, like Angie The Mod gracing us with her dulcet tones....."WEEEEELLLLLL!"

Re: Cure - Mod

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 09:14:53 -0000

well Grace Slick for 2 things, and her voice isn't bad either.lol! I think a lot of Mods wore it for a lark, me included,but wearing more make up than a woman, nah! Maybe ut was a stage act with Robert after all there is very few photos around with Paul Weller smiling either. I remember Rab Souter giving a Mod at The Scene Club a handfull of Tic Tacs and the guy was walking around stoned 3 minutes later, what a plum!

Re: Roadrunners Slideshow

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 09:20:26 -0000

Didn't see you as you are invisble now N.G, being an active lurker you now have become, Hollow Man!

Re: Stax-Volt Review - Live 1967

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 09:28:48 -0000

You can't beat a bit of pure Soul can you folks, eveybody, let me see you "Shake!" Take it away Otis!

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 09:45:49 -0000

I wonder if Ed Balls ever got kicked in the ballots during a bi-election....... Don't say it, already got my coat on!

Re: Roadrunners Slideshow

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 09:54:28 -0000

I know, well he lives in Cumbernauld after all, re cycled teabag as well, even your biscuits were better than his, I will shame him into writing a Post, Speno are you out there? Put the DIY manual down!! Walk away from the lawnmower, slowly,repeat after me "I am not a number!"lol!

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:00:32 -0000

Wouldn't it be fun if his sister was a "Hairy" "Hey you ya wee Hairy Baws!" lol extra loud!

Re: Stax-Volt Review - Live 1967

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:15:57 -0000

For me 1961 just to see the changing of the Teen Idols to all those latest Dance Sensations,a very transgressional period in music, society and films, even todays film stars don't have the cool chic of Steve McQueen, Charles Bronson, Paul Newman, John Wayne, I think new stars are few and far between.Hanks, Pacino and De Niro are still class acts, they are all "old school" simply the best, they all take risk.

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:20:12 -0000

Don't forget his brothers show in the 70's and 80's Cannon and Balls! Also his uncle Sean Connery in Thunderballs! ho ho!

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:24:26 -0000

My worst nightmare just came true!! Jerry Lee wrote an ode to Ed "Great BALLS Of Fire!" Ooohhh noooo!

Re: Stax-Volt Review - Live 1967

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:36:01 -0000

All thanks to Glasgow's John Stephen, who created most of the Carnaby Street Mod fashions, an entreprenauer with kaleidoscopic vision and later who dressed the Rock Stars of the 70's,genuis!

Re: Tam Gow - War Hero and Proud Glasgow Mod

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:05:23 -0000

Looks like a virtual reality One Up going on here, who is buying the drinks here let me as I just got my virtual reality Crisis Loan to pay the drinks with, ho ho! welcome back everyone, Green Onions what took you so long? Tell the Family Miccio my regards I send in sunny Napoli, Jimmy stoom is spelt "schtum" its German,I don't whats going on with you young 'uns, hee hee!

Re: The Count Five - Psychotic Charlie?

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:13:29 -0000

Brilliant Stevie,I am flattered,N.G is that you in Tambourine Knights mode from The Polish Club? You better give John Nally his Tambourine back, he doesn't look the same without it!! We are the Mods!

Re: The Great Society 1966

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:21:22 -0000

N.G where's the music,? now that Yoda The Mod a.k.a Jimmy has shown you the enlightened side of "The Farce", oops "Force",ha ha! The Jukebox is waiting input of The Great Society, from "Owe-Me -Wan-Kebab!,

Re: Tam Gow - War Hero and Proud Glasgow Mod

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:29:14 -0000

Jimmy I have stuck it my pipe and I am smoking it! Puff, puff,puff! ha ha!
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Re: Tam Gow - War Hero and Proud Glasgow Mod

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 17:23:38 -0000

Jimmy see you found my school photo,now thats what I call "old school"!

Re: The Jolt - What’cha Gonna Do About It

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 18:20:13 -0000

I know N.G's fave fruit is wee Stu fae Langside, ho,ho! Mines is "Watermelon Man!"

Re: Sweet Things - Mod Girls

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:16:58 -0000

Fantastic tribute to the Sweet Things we knew, the girls are there exactly how we remember them, Stevie, brilliant, eveyone of your videos just get better each time! Long may it continue

Re: Sweet Things - Mod Girls

Charlie — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:34:33 -0000

Can't disagree there, lucky boys were we or what? Would love to hear from Louie Magregor, who knows, stranger things have happened.They are the best Mods around, stuck by us through a lot of hard times. Great bunch of girls.

Re: Tam Gow - War Hero and Proud Glasgow Mod

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 06:47:13 -0000

I think "Tambo" sounds better than "Rambo" Gow, eh? lol! Tam I hope life is treating you well in Inverness! Take care and get in touch when you find the time.

Re: Sweet Things - Mod Girls

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 06:54:11 -0000

I see someone from Ruislip in London is looking at the website, its a long shot as I recall A.K from East Kilbride living in that neck of the woods in London, if it is I am curious, is that you Ann Karen?

Re: Sweet Things - Mod Girls

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 08:23:26 -0000

Nicosia online one wonders is that you Cha? If so what's kept you?

Re: Northern Soul Dancing Tribute

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:53:49 -0000

Fantastic Soul Dancing, once again Yoda The Mod has surpassed himself,think Michael Jacksons dance moves are out the bag, I knew it, he would never give credit to those who shown him how to move, another overlooked groover was Sammy Davis Jnr, I saw footage of him from the 50's and he was doing what MJ done years later. I am biased in my opinion as who the "greatest" dancer would be, Fred Astaire,he has never been equalled, Gene Kelly is good for the camera,like Travolta, but for sheer Soul from the heart, watch Fred Astaire's timing and movement, a one off, trust me you will be surprised.Once again, superb video Jimmy,a Northern Soul Tour De Force Dance Video!

Re: Future Legend Records Exclusive

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:20:24 -0000

N.G Whats happened to the Great Society Jukebox? Yoda The Mod has given you the "knowledge" use the farce young Glasswalker!

Re: Sweet Things - Mod Girls

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:36:18 -0000

Send us some photos perhaps Stevie can add your eloquent presence for another video who knows?How are you anyway?

Re: Sweet Things - Mod Girls

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:44:42 -0000

Hi Angie I am sure you left the curling tongs under your fringe on some of these photos, it puts Amy Ginhouse beehive to shame! Somebody said the girls where looking better at The Reunion cause you'se are all "kept" woman, is that true?

Re: Sweet Things - Mod Girls

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:56:30 -0000

I think Tam Peacock used a "Fray Bentos" lid on his hair, never mind a Pudding Bowl, ha ha! It was me that said you'se where all "kept" woman as you'se all "kept well away from me!" ho ho! Take care Angie "Shout"

Re: Sweet Things - Mod Girls

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:04:13 -0000

As every Angie clone has a "pelmet and curtains" hairdo! lol!

Re: The Great Society 1966

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:20:33 -0000

N.G Xmas is around the corner,can't get the staff these days, Yoda, come back! N.G has taken a "whitey" with the burden of responsibility!! lol!

Re: Tam Gow - War Hero and Proud Glasgow Mod

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:38:01 -0000

Tam if you tune in look at the Dunbar 84 photos, there is some good photos of you in it, even Fudgie and Danny "God The Mod" is in it. Contact us soon.

Re: Northern Soul Dancing Tribute

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:48:43 -0000

I have seen it Chris brutal in points as you say a kind of "Six Sense" on acid, very dark, the Northern Soul compliation in this is amazing. A lot of first time dancers can a learn from it. Something for everyone.

Re: Northern Soul Dancing Tribute

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:45:27 -0000

Fudgie have you gone undercover too? Have you something worked out for the site? We can't wait for your first Post,Stevie and N.G wil no doubt give you a wee hand with any queries if you need extra help.

Re: Sweet Things - Mod Girls

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:51:57 -0000

We will need to re-name George Harrison's "My Sweet Lord" to "My Sweet Lammy" fits in with the "Sweet things" vibe,lol! Hare, hare, my sweet Lammy!

Re: Northern Soul Dancing Tribute

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:29:30 -0000

June 11th 2008 on the site map Fudgie will take you onto Glenda Collins, every posting since the site began is on there Jimmy is a genius in this field, as soon as a Recent Post is up, it's on the site map. Not because he is our Soul mate, cause the guy's an Internet Professor, he has earned it through toil and sweat, God bless ya Yoda!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:09:55 -0000

Hi Chris was Lawrie the stocky bloke that wore a black leather jacket with a belt, polo neck sometimes,kinda greying goatee? I maybe wrong in case he was a bouncer?

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:13:31 -0000

Ahm trying to get my contacts to contact you to find out what happened to The Great Society Jukebox?lol! Car 54 where are you?

Re: Beatles V’s Stones

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:36:38 -0000

I am all for The Beatles, Mick Jagger has turned out to be a spoilt brat, Keith is the Stones, like Lennon is The Beatles, ah remember Oasis v Blur, ask anyone on the planet,"In a 100 years from now who will the whole world remember, The Beatles,The Stones,Oasis or Blur?" Ah reckon the first 2 100% .In terms of popularity The Beatles,record sales, everyone claims to be "The next Beatles". Including Oasis,sell the records first and then boast your "bigger" around the world than the "Fab Four" Jagger is in it for the money,plain and simple, doesn't give a f***k for his fans! Keith says it all "Most bands know how to rock, its just they have forgot how to roll!" Thats why I love the man, he gives it too you straight,everytime, Johnny Depp has made a career out of impersonating him on celluoid! Lennon and Richards would have made an interesting "supergroup"

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:51:38 -0000

Fudgie it was fantastic, I am glad to have been part of it,drunk most of the time mind you, I went to a party once after The Scene Club, in Castlemilk, on a Saturday,got home on Thursday, a couple of days later ended up at 3 different parties, within a 2 mile radius,one after another.No concept of time, it was brilliant music,don't know what happened to my clothes either cause someone else gave me a change of clothes,god knows what happened to the clothes I got from them either? That is all part of being a Mod, there is always someone looking after you in one way or another.All part of the buzz I guess then.

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:01:38 -0000

It maybe him as I was knee high to a grasshoppers ass, anyone over 5 foot 6 was "Giant Haystacks" from where I was looking up from, your right about "Too Many Fish In The Sea" Now there's a flashback!! Can't forget "Gloria" by Them, the thrill of turning a corner and seeing the swagger of hundreds of Mods and of course always someone with a side panel off "fixing" the scooter,our Glasgow Quadrophenia! Awe inspiring indeed!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:10:28 -0000

I remember The Goldhawks S.C, from The Scene Club,never knew they were from Pollok though, Chris why don't you write an article on Glasgow Scooter Clubs, so we can maybe get everyone involved on names, get a bigger picture What does anyone else think on the subject on how many clubs were around before and after 79 onwards, we would appreciate anyones input on helping to compile a list. Lets see if we can trace photos of them. I think it would be good for others too see how large a scene it truly was!

Re: Beatles V’s Stones

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 08:33:21 -0000

Dodgy Tic Tacs wee Rab used to sell, especially the orange ones, strong as hell, I still get flashbacks from them! I actually thought N.G said "I want to hold your hand for a Dollar"? Must have misheard, N.G What is the going rate for holding hands these days?

Re: Mods V’s Rockers

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 09:11:14 -0000

Jim Nairn summed it all up for me at The Animals Rally at Rothesay not long ago. a drunk Scooterist challenged him to a race with their Scooters, Jim simply said, "I'm a Mod, don't do racing I do cool!" Classic!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:34:35 -0000

Hi Fudgie and Michelle, hope you liked The Main Attraction's "Gimme A Little Sign" I will keep everyone posted on the next Dance, like N.g says good things come to those who wait, cheers for that N.G.

Re: Sweet Things - Mod Girls

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:48:09 -0000

That's you Michelle,100% its a brilliant video Stevie, a tribute too the girls who made a rainy day fine!!!

Re: MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 14:55:21 -0000

Well done on your first posting Fudgie, did you know Martha Reeves gave the go ahead for the planning permission to demolish The Motown Recording studios,while she was Mayor of Detroit, sad eh? You think Americans would prevent the heatbeat of a generation from doing that, a bit like the Council letting The Band Stand going to rack and ruin. To busy with their brown noses in the trough.Great info Fudgie, keep up the good work, all the best!

Re: MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 15:34:03 -0000

Hi Stevie got something for you waiting to be posted,over to you N.G.

Re: MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:12:39 -0000

I guarantee you will like it, these records will Funk your world! Enjoy on arrival! Cha,welcome back! How have you been? We hope you are no doubt tip top shape. You know where we are, need Noe and Christie and Tracey, Jonn Lavelle and any one I have missed,reveal yourselves, get in touch, we would love to hear from you! Your right Jimmy RESULT!

Re: MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:20:00 -0000

I agree Michelle, N.G is blushing as we speak, lol!

Re: MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 17:41:31 -0000

Hi Cha I was referring to a posting have done for Stevie with a Funk connection, glad do know you are doing well, the gangs all here!!

Re: Nolan Porter - If I Could Only Be Sure

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 17:53:14 -0000

Classic Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly video, brilliant,Astaire pips him to the post for me, Astaire never made it till he was 36 as a Dancer, the guy was perfection,love the Nolan Porter tune,remember Little Feat being played by my Uncle Jaimsie at parties of days gone by in Royston. Ahh, carefree childhood memories!! Cheers Jimmy, very inspirational. Take care Cha!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 20:01:55 -0000

Here Fudgie,click on FEEDJIT then click on visitors map you will see who exactly is tuning into our wee website from around the world, its pure dead gallus!

Re: MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 20:26:06 -0000

Hi Jackie, CPO and GPO Godfrey! ho ho!

Re: MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 20:29:15 -0000

Aye the Post Office!! Another girlie moment, hee hee!

Re: MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 20:40:14 -0000

Me? No Fudgie, maybe Fudgies a tart! but never that word, not my style,the only time I wrote anything was on a 51 bus, some guy wrote "Crazy Davy Fae Ruchazie" I re-wrote it,"Crazy Daisy Fae Ruchazie" a couple of weeks later he wrote "Ahm gonna kill who wrote this!" hee hee!

Re: MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 20:51:01 -0000

Hi Jackie,did you see the photo I had mentioned?

Re: MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS

Charlie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 20:54:13 -0000

That's alright Audrey don't say hello to me,boo hoo! Must be a girlie thing, lol!

Re: Reunion Polaroids

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 07:02:13 -0000

I will keep everyone informed Camey, how you doing, you have a lot of catching up to with the Mods, almost everyone is here, Sting and Cha, now yourself, even my niece! we are gathering momentum, and its a gas,gas,gas!

Re: MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 07:19:52 -0000

Hi Davie and Audrey why don't you'se both do some Posts for the website? That would be interesting to read, we would appreciate the input, The Animals Rally was brilliant, I was no doubt singing with your sister at the Karaoke. The free booze for me was 6 Diet Cokes! I don't drink, been sober since 1988,believe it or not. Not even a glass of wine!! Changed days, eh? I will get a Dance arranged and keep everyone informed in due course.Take care all the best from Charlie.

Re: Ferry Cross The Mersey

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 07:27:20 -0000

I have this album still since 1973 got it off my uncle, one of the best tunes on it is "All Quiet On The Mersey Front" by The George Martin Orchestra. If you want Jimmy I will record the" best of" for the website.Let me know.

Re: The Animals

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 07:29:49 -0000

The Anthem for The Briggait Cafe, no doubt about that!

Re: The Animals

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 12:21:48 -0000

Got a good Eric Burdon song you may like Steve01, you may have or not have,heard I will keep it under wraps for a future Posting. The Animals are well overlooked as being "pop" but my god they could give it laldy.I was surprised to learn a certain member of The Police was a guitarist for Eric Burdon & The Animals on various songs "When I was Young" the classic ""Sky Pilot" and the one of THE songs for a mix of raw aggression and Psych,"Inside Looking Out" that is a 3 minute powerhouse of music perfection.Don't think the world was ready for Eric Burdon as a solo artist after the dizzy heights of "House Of The Rising Sun". What a life he has led. Talent with a capital T!

Re: Ferry Cross The Mersey

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 12:33:45 -0000

I could always record Jerry Lee Lewis 25 Golden Soul Classics for you Steve01, or his his wifes song "She Was Only 16" even though she was younger,eh?lol! Maybe he should have jumped on The Merseybeat bandwagon and called his group Jerry And The Pram Takers! hee hee!

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 14:04:29 -0000

We are the Mods, we are,we are we are the Mods, Mods, Mods, Mods! Says it all Stevie, Brilliant!

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 14:12:55 -0000

Love it, the 2nd last picture before the end thats me on the back of Jim Nairns Scooter "Ethel" Henry McInnes Mod Photos from the Weekender, every single picture has a lot of, lot of memories Stevie. Congratulations on this video, A lot of happy people out there,I'm one of them!!

Re: Ferry Cross The Mersey

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 15:41:45 -0000

I will do as requested by everyone,so you'se won't mind my Freddie and The Dreamers 200 greatest hits Jukebox then? Joking,honestly. Eric Burdon it is then!

Re: The Animals

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 15:46:40 -0000

"Baby Let Me Take You Home!" and "It's My Life! and "Talking 'Bout You" 3 tracks I loved playing at The One Up, another one I almost forgot "Don't Bring Me Down" absolute class band.

Re: Ferry Cross The Mersey

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 16:01:04 -0000

The Merseybeats are class, how cool do they look, loads of overlooked Mersey bands, The Undertakers, The Escorts,they weren't all bad, The George Martin Instruemental on this album is probably the most outstanding track on it, that would have been the one I would have put up anyway. Cilla Black is on it, no way would I attempt, to give her a voice, aarrgh! I am sure she loaned Freddie Mercury her teeth when her singing career was over by the early 70's!

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 16:15:34 -0000

I noticed in last nights "Live Traffic Feed" Someone from Alaska was tuning in, Glasgow Mods, big in Alaska!! Just noticed wee Fudgie in one of the photo's next to me while "going for a walk" towards the Briggait Cafe from The Band Stand, I was having a game of "Spot the white socks wearers!" Clocked myself straight away. One of the sins being young and getting away with it, wearing white socks!

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 16:36:23 -0000

We would like eveyone tuning in to leave a comment, always like to hear peoples views on whats going on in there neck of the woods, mind you very few trees in Alaska though! So don't be shy, from Alaska to Arden, from Bosnia to Bearsden, join the party, welcome to the Glasgow Mods website send us some info N.G is itching to hear from you, lol!

Re: Northern Soul Dancing Tribute

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 16:42:19 -0000

Nice touch Jimmy with wee Ped and Chris's photos at the start there, some amazing Dancers here, amazing movers!

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 16:46:12 -0000

Couldn't agree more with you Stevie, any of the Mod Squad eager to get involved, you know where we are, no matter where in the world you are from, we would love to hear from you.

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 18:55:14 -0000

Hi Chris, all quiet on the Mod front, cracker of a video eh? Stevie is on form!

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 19:25:58 -0000

Talk to you tomorrow Chris, need to get some sleep,nice chatting to you. Take care,

Re: Mods V’s Rockers

Charlie — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 03:10:47 -0000

Hi Yoda The Mod,a lot of people are going to be surprised with what's in the pipeline, the next year or so. We are the Mods!!!

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 03:18:31 -0000

Nice bit of music for a Sunday morning, a lot of good times attached to these tunes. Glad I got a chance to get this posted for Jim and Drummy, you can't put a price on friendship, all the best to you'se both.

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 10:22:52 -0000

Feel it for you Stevie working with a bunch of "tickets" on a train everyday, LI,LI!!

Re: The Yardbirds - Live!

Charlie — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 10:35:13 -0000

Every Mods fave,from The Lindella to Las Vegas, timeless classic! I can imagine Eric Clapton "Doing The Freddie" He's got the legs for it, anyone who believed "Eric Clapton is God!" Your spaceship leaves in 20 minutes, I believe he left the Yardbirds cause he couldn't handle the females screaming for Keith Relf. Look at Ray Davies and Jim Morrison, who do you think the females would scream for? Keith and Jim have the cool factor.

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 13:25:39 -0000

Hi Janny, how was your holiday did you take "The Last Train To Clarkston"LI LI!
Hope you had a good time with the kids and your hubby gave you "haunners" at the Karaoke nightclubs as I know you are partial to a bit of "Sha la,la,la,lee!" after a few Sherberts!!

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 13:33:14 -0000

So you went "Scarborough Fair"? You just can't leave the 60's things behind, even on Holiday, LI,LI!!

Re: Carlisle Mods - one for Lammy Chick and Steveo1

Charlie — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 15:08:00 -0000

Here Janny did The Bard not write "Wee sleekit cowerin' timorous biker beastie, here come the Glesgi Mods, need to run, make hasty"?Li,LI!Well done on your Carlisle posting! Ah'm sure Lammy Chick and Steve01 will smile when they see this article,welcome back!

Re: The Yardbirds - Live!

Charlie — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 17:00:43 -0000

Peter "Herman" Noone also had a gap tooth thing, I don't doubt their talent or songwriting cred, just about looking cool, put them alongside Scott Walker, Steve McQueen, Sean Connery(not musical talent.2 and 3)just looking cool.The cool factor,these blokes had it!

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 18:42:05 -0000

Hi Drummy The Jag! Why don't you Michelle, Fudgie, meet me at the Twisted Wheel on Saturday night we will have a chat at the Afterglow, if you can make it, see you'se there!

Re: Video

Charlie — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 19:26:58 -0000

Video of Div Malcolm, me and Jimmy can't thank you enough Div, you kickstarted it all for us, a handfull of precious photos,we will always be grateful for your help, thanks for believing in us from day one.God bless!!

Re: Nolan Porter - If I Could Only Be Sure

Charlie — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 19:34:36 -0000

That's Jimmy a.k,a Yoda The Mods genius of mixing film and the right choice of music Karen, the guy's a Tour De Force of inspiration. Take a well earned bow Jimmy!!

Re: The Italian Scooter

Charlie — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:04:31 -0000

Hi Stevie, love what you have done with the photos, in the next week or so, I will get some more down to you, the one with the Vespa reflection on the back of the headlight was taken by Jillian McInnes,that's one of my faves, that is a unique one off image, classy video Stevie. We are the Mods!

Re: The Who - Amazing Story

Charlie — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:50:15 -0000

This is what Glasgow Mods are all about, what a Video, "Jurassic Parka " Power at its best, "Sha,na,na,hey,hey,goodbye!" Glasgow Mods, more than just a bunch of wee boys runnin' aboot the toon,talkin' s***e,eh?

Re: The Who - Amazing Story

Charlie — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 19:37:17 -0000

Does that include me as I lived in the Highlands? LI,LI!!

Re: Glasgow Mods Proudly Presents Mr Tom Fleming

Charlie — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:51:13 -0000

This is what The Lindella was all about, same as The Scene Club, pure FUN,watch Tom Fleming dancing, Betty taught Northern Soul to quite a few Mods in the 80's, it was an essential part of the Mod scene. Sit back, and watch, enjoy!!

Re: Mods V’s Rockers

Charlie — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 19:03:33 -0000

Hi Lammy Chick, I was having a laugh about JLL, being the Godfather Of Soul,I just can't take him seriously as being played at Mod do's, I don't do JLL,I'm a Mod, I do cool, LI,LI!

Re: Lindella

Charlie — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 19:22:31 -0000

Like yourself Angie, I went to the Lindella before I went to the Scene, the first night I was there I met yourself and James. I remember drinking in the wee Lane,Police came, everybody ran, I fell head first into the "slops" bin at back of the Kebab shop!! I was in some state, the Police just laughed and let me.go I had to walk all the way back to Queenslie, minging of the dregs from the "slops" bin on a summers night.It was a long walk and even longer night!

Re: Glasgow Mods Proudly Presents Mr Tom Fleming

Charlie — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 19:42:34 -0000

I arranged to meet Tom after Jimmy tracked him down Stevie, Tom was amazed when I told him a Glasgow Mod living in Austria had found him via the Internet, Tom is a gem of a bloke. So I hope he enjoyed the Presentation Jimmy has put together for him, I am sure he will be chuffed with this Video! Your spot on about the National Archive Stevie, it's a rare piece of Archive material, we are more than happy Tom shared this with everyone to see.

Re: Artworks from Bridget Riley’s own collection to be shown in Glasgow in November

Charlie — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 05:13:22 -0000

I will take a wee trip along there myself, I remember a lot of 80's Mods wearing the Pop Art button down shirts,seen s few photo's on the website, there was one with Big Jason in The One Up wearing one. So November, Bridget Riley it is then.

Re: Funk Soul Stevie.

Charlie — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 09:04:42 -0000

No problem Stevie, your welcome anytime.Cheers N.G, better late than never.Psychotic Charlie signing off, I am away to feed my Giraffe!!

Re: The Liverbirds

Charlie — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 09:31:19 -0000

Good footage Stevie, good to see some female band footage, is there any around of Goldie And The Gingerbreads? They were a cool Girl Band. Love The Liver Birds look, classy!!

Re: Stay - Keep The Faith

Charlie — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 13:59:49 -0000

Love it!!

Re: Funk Soul Stevie.

Charlie — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 18:44:07 -0000

The Posts are always 110% on this website, what a team!! It's only a drop in the oceam on things to come,chers everyone, Stevie if you want Jimmy to send these 2 songs over to you , no problem, got thousands more where these came from. Knew the 45's would get you groovin'. all the best We are THE Mods!!

Re: Mods V’s Rockers

Charlie — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:40:18 -0000

Hi Lammy Chick got a cracking little book called Excess All Areas. A Who's Who Of Rock Depravity, apparently Ole Jerry Lee shot his bassist Butch Owens in the chest and way back before he recorded his Soul music, he tried to shoot Elvis outside Gracelands,drunk of course.Years later on-stage Ole Soul Eyes reminisced with his audience about Elvis "He killed himself over a broad,but it took 5 of 'em to put me in the shape I'm in today!" What a bam! Unlike the genius of Frank Zappa the man with wit and far out personality who wrote some amazing songs, priceless for their titles alone. "Don't Eat The Yellow Snow!" "Harder Than Your Husband!" "Why Does It Hurt When I Pee!" Always pushed the boundaries,did Mr Zappa.The guy knew how to live, JLL knew how to drink and shoot guns and holler some goddam fine Soul music! er,not?

Re: Glasgow Mods Reunion Photos

Charlie — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:43:50 -0000

Hi Davie, I will need to contact his immediate family once if they give permission, then I will get this memorial done,if yourself or anyone can help me to contact Ped's family, I would appreciate it very much, cheers Davie.

Re: Isle Of Bute - Photos

Charlie — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 12:04:29 -0000

A special thanks to the organisers The Animals for making it all possible, it was 3 days of non stop laughter and a great bunch of people, from the Ayr Aces to The Argyll Roadrunners, to all the families I met, and spoke to , thanks for a very special Rally. Not forgetting the genius Henry McInnes for these photos, a few of them are Panoramas from The Mod Weekender, with touch of Henry's artistic eye for adding a little something extra to make each frame, different.Cheers.

Re: Mickey Oates

Charlie — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 12:10:42 -0000

Hi Lambrettagp125, try Casey he specialises in Lambrettas, there should be a link on the site map, he has a Lambretta shop just off New Rutherglen Road. Happy shopping!!

Re: Curtis Mayfeld - Keep On Keepin’ On

Charlie — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:48:27 -0000

Love the video Stevie, send me an e-mail I will send you some photos, the other one you sent me has a minor response problem.

Re: Isle Of Bute - Photos

Charlie — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 18:27:45 -0000

There is some cracking photos of Kenny( IWanna Be Adored!) Redpaths Lambretta, it was quite hilarious at The Pavillion on the Saturday night at Bute,Kenny moved towards the stage as "The Best Of" Scooter announcement, the 5 of us at the table started cheering him on, loudly, but he had only moved up to take a photo of the guy who won it,DOH!! Priceless!!

Re: Mod Weekender Photos

Charlie — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 04:58:24 -0000

Hope you like the photos,some classic images here, we are THE Mods!, oh yes!

Re: Lulu name-checks the Lindella in the Guardian Newspaper 2/8/08

Charlie — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 15:47:15 -0000

Great article on Lulu Janny, Tom Fleming, the gentleman who kindly gave us The Lindella and The Downbeat dvd as well as teaching Lulu how to dance was her "chaperone" also to and from The Lindella, Tom was a very close friend of Lulu's family and the rest they say is History!

Re: Isle of Bute (the movie)

Charlie — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 06:47:29 -0000

Well done Stevie, you have been busy I see? lol! Another video par excellence, mon ami. The Glasgow Mods "Albatross" feel to the video, brilliant 11 out of 10!

Re: Lammy Fotos

Charlie — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 06:54:15 -0000

Cracking photos Lammy Chick, Steveo1 who's the "Quadrophenia" extra on the Lambretta? lol! Keep them coming, brilliant, see you'se at Friday Street end of the month!

Re: The Jam - LIVE!

Charlie — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 14:48:02 -0000

Quite agree Stevie Paul Weller should give them credit were credit is due,no Jam no Modfather.

Re: The Jam - LIVE!

Charlie — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 15:52:11 -0000

Kinda strange when I hear Mr Wellers comments now the lyrics of "The Bitterest Pill" echo now, get on stage, have a few beers relax and have fun, your pension fund is in the bag, enjoy the moment.

Re: Lammy Fotos

Charlie — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 19:29:21 -0000

Hi Donna, see you last Friday of the month, e-mail you some details, tomorrow afternoon,expect a few photos,getting the hang of this e-mail malarky,from Uncle Charlie xx

Re: Isle of Bute (the movie)

Charlie — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 04:21:09 -0000

I know the Argyll Roadrunners will be tuning into to this sometime this afternoon, enjoy your barbecue ya jammy sods!! ho,ho! Jim Nairn,Caroline, Henry and Jillian McInnes, all the best from Charlie and Taz( Official Argyll Roadrunners Mascot!!)

Re: Original Bad girl of rock to play The Arches, Glasgow on 29th September

Charlie — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 07:38:13 -0000

I used to have a Ronettes, The Marvelettes and The Supremes Poster on my wall, one of my much missed faves so I will be at The Arches for a wee dance with Ronnie Spector no doubt, may even have a cup of tea with her, cause "Baby I Love You" I will be there, if Stevie wants to come up for the gig, your more than welcome to stay at mines.

Re: Smokey & the Miracles - Abraham, Martin & John

Charlie — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 14:00:35 -0000

Another Stevie find!! Very Poetic, soul searching, been there myself many times Stevie,very good form of self expression, what's next? We are looking forward to it!!

Re: The Work Of Phil Spector

Charlie — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:26:59 -0000

Phil Spector's "To Know Him Is To Love Him" by The Teddy Bears was the inscription on Phil's Dads grave,that is what inspired him to write the song, brilliant tribute. Got all the Atlanic Records by Phil Spector, if and when required with Billy Storm, The Top Notes and the Artist mentioned above. The guy is a genius,mad as a hatter, but a genius!!

Re: YardBirds Series

Charlie — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:30:31 -0000

Got some more for you if needed Jimmy, 8 previously unissued rarities by The Yardbirds, hello Kenny, long time no see how have you been?

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:11:48 -0000

The only Mersey Sound I can remember being played at The One Up was "The Big 3 - Live At The Cavern" by John Nally, The Polish Club was safer going to as it was the back end of the town, of course we had all the hassle as it was the Barras, I enjoyed The Polish Club, I am not Jazz crazy, the whole planet knows that. everyone started moving in different circles and directions.The Polish Club was the birth of the Jazz Mods in Glasgow, thats for sure. I couldn't get my head around seeing all of you'se dancing to "Jungle Book" Walt Disney style,lol! Don't forget that classic for the Polish Club Jukebox N.G, hee hee!

Re: YardBirds Series

Charlie — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:17:12 -0000

No problem.

Re: Darlene Love

Charlie — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:25:36 -0000

Sorry to here about Issac Hayes, another Soul Legend passes on,what a gifted genius, N.G is probably sinking U.S Navy ships in the Atlantic in 1939-1945, just now Jimmy, tough life in these virtual War Games WW2 from "Jungle Book" to Jungle Warfare" ho ho!

Re: YardBirds Series

Charlie — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:31:35 -0000

Hi Kenny I'm fine, take it easy son and get better,your auld grand da is here if you need a cup of tea and a Viscount biscuit if you need a chat,cheers!

Re: Site Statistics June through July

Charlie — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:16:27 -0000

Dear Jim'll Fix It can you fix it for me to have a video put up for me as its my Grand Daughter Drews 4th Birthday today, Dave Berrys "Little Things" its a chirpy little tune, just like my Grand Daughter. Happy Birthday Drew from Grand Da Charlie.

Re: Dismantle a Lambretta

Charlie — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:28:27 -0000

Love the way they use a brand new model to show how its done, there is more oil on his hair than his hands!! No swearing as in real lif eh? Very genteel! Just waiting for the Mechanics wife to come in with his pipe and slippers and tea and scones any minute now, anyone for Tennis?

Re: Dismantle a Lambretta

Charlie — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 15:40:12 -0000

I think the Globies had the art of "How To Dismantle A Lambretta" down to a T, its in their DNA, I thought they were all Dutch at first,they were all called Scooter Van Nicked!! Van Popeye, Van Ricky,they had more Vans than Scooters!!!l LI,LI!

Re: Dismantle a Lambretta

Charlie — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:52:35 -0000

Mind you Jimmy I think we were Dutch as well at one time Polis Van Livi, Polis Van Scissors, Polis Van Mods!! LOL!!

Re: Isaac Hayes RIP

Charlie — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:21:28 -0000

A liitle brief insight into "Soul Brother" Issac Hayes life. Born in Covington, Tennnesee August 20,1942, by the time Issac was 18 months old,his mum passed away in a mental institution, raised by his sharecropper Grand parents, he was fired by the Gospel Music heard on the radio performed by the Golden Gate Quartet and the Wings Over Jordan Choir.By the time he was 15 he started singing Doo Wop with The Teen Tones, at an amateur night at a club called the Palace Theatre,were he was in competition with future Stax partners David Porters Marquettes and William Bells Del-Rios for 6 Dollars per night wiiners fee.The emcee was also future Stax legend Rufus Thomas. Issac was in a second Doo Wop group called The Ambassadors with his schoolmate Sidney Kirk, the group auditioned for Stax, around 1959 and were turned down.2 years later the first Issac Hayes lead vocals with Calvin and The Swing Cats on "One Room Country Shack" and "Baby Please Don't Go!"Then shortly after these sessions, this epic of a man along with Dave Porter, became the Heart and Soul of Stax. A small tribute to Issac from a Mod. R.I.P

Re: Lulu name-checks the Lindella in the Guardian Newspaper 2/8/08

Charlie — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 19:19:01 -0000

Perhaps Steve's Dad knew Tom Fleming Lammy Chick, I would be interested to know, the more I delve into Glasgow in the 60's as Tom has pointed out, it is a "Village"

Re: Yves Saint Laurent Mondrian Dress

Charlie — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 05:15:46 -0000

Very impressed Janny, very well written article on one the pivotal iconic fashion designs by YSL of the 60's alongside Mary Quants Mini Skirt.11 out of 10. Keep it coming.

Re: The Work Of Phil Spector

Charlie — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:06:06 -0000

People also forget the Phil Spector sound had on Brian Wilson for "Pet Sounds" Mr Wilson was in total awe of Mr Spector. Kindred spirits.

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:16:43 -0000

I remember The Polish Club playing "Holy Mackerel" by Little Richard, almost up there with JLL, N.G! All in all it was a very good Mod Club, got a lot of fond memories of the Polish Club. I have been lucky enough to have experienced all the best Mod Clubs since 1981, Angie The Mod, where's your photos? gIVE US A "Shout!" when your ready, lol"

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:16:29 -0000

Jimmy McCracklin recorded under the pseudonym (try saying that with your teeth out!) "Johnny Rebel" he made a 45 called "What Can You Give In Return" released on "Pepper Records" in 1959, Issac Hayes group then The Teen Tones sang in Jordinaires style of falsetto, if anyone can trace the vinyl, it will be very rare indeed,happy hunting "Pop Pickers"

Re: Yves Saint Laurent Mondrian Dress

Charlie — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:12:20 -0000

Here Kenny Jimmy wears a Wedding ring, would that make him a "Broad Band"? .............. Don't say it my coats already on!!!

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:49:48 -0000

I remember playing The Inmates version of "The Walk" at The Polish Club N.G, preferred that to Jimmy McCracklins version, plus a load of Psychedelia,but I left the Jazz music to the intellects, I remember playing "Created By Clive" by The Attack and "Land Of A 1000 Dances" by The Walker Brothers. Motown and Soul, I even played Dexy's Midnight Runners "Let's Make This Precious" at one point,but never Little Richard, left that in the capable hands of Mr Nally, LI, LI!

Re: RSG 63 - Olympia The Hitch Hiker

Charlie — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:31:38 -0000

Ahhhh "The Hitch Hiker" by The Chucks, our crazy dance party piece Jimmy eh? A million thanks Jackie, never thought I would hear this song again, The Olympia, was a buzz, "Secret Love" by Kathy Kirby a grab a granny classic!! Remember dancing to The Chucks and Bob and Earl at Pek's parties, Jimmy, how drunk were we?, thanks Jackie "Sticky Fingers" Murray for "finding" my long lost records, chuckle, chuckle, The Turtles,The Doors, to name a few. Nice to know they were safe in the loft for the past 100 years,ha ha! Thanks to Jackie and Shona for recording the "Ready Steady Go" Album for the website.It is very much appreciated.Take a bow Jackie and Shona!

Re: RSG 63 - Olympia The Hitch Hiker

Charlie — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 19:51:47 -0000

Thanks Jackie, have you been showing Shona how to "Hitch Hike" all day? We loved going to the Olympia, along with The Chucks, there was PJ Proby's "Together" what a song, Bert Weedon on guitar, and everyone in a circle singing our heads off too "The Kids Are Alright" by the Who. The bus journey was a gauntlet mind you, I remember The Murray Rebs coming up to the Olympia, as soon as we came outside to greet them, they left think they were shocked by just how many Mods came out to say hello to them. Mind you the lassies were always off out the door first,ha ha! Nothing more terrifying than 60 lassies, charging towards you upset with nail files in their hands, open heart surgery on their minds, nasty, but didn't us Mods love them for it?

Re: Video

Charlie — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 20:21:07 -0000

The Doors "Light My Fire" still feels as fresh as when I heard it, in The Scene Club, many sunsets ago, aren't we spoiled for choice in music? I love a lot of different styles in music, but I always come back to the 60's. A joke : How does the Man In The Moon cut his hair? ' ECLIPSE it of course!!.......... Just getting my coat!!!

Re: Maxine Brown

Charlie — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 20:29:04 -0000

Seems Maxine was overlooked in favour of Wand stablemate Dionne Warwick, pity, but what a voice. Got a few Maxine Brown vinyls somewhere,see what I can find Jimmy, Ian Levine knows his music, genius!! Excellent video Jimmy.

Re: The Wanderer (Davie Estlick)

Charlie — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:50:14 -0000

I remember this being played at The Scene Club, it was just pure fun,everyone was caught up on anything to do with the 60's,remember these movies had just been released not long in the cinema, they were still fresh in a lot of peoples minds, in the early 80's you had "Lemon Popsicle" and "Porky's" alongside "The Wanderers" Good times!

Re: Mods and Multiculturalism

Charlie — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:40:45 -0000

I agree, great insight to Mod social impact in the early 60's.

Re: RSG 63 - Olympia The Hitch Hiker

Charlie — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:32:32 -0000

Jimmy I have a feeling "The Hitch Hiker" was demonstrated on the latest dances in "Ready, Steady, Go!" by their "dancer" Paul Raven, a.k.a Gary Glitter he had a regular spot showing the "moves" Maybe worth checking out, what do you think?

Re: RSG 63 - Olympia The Hitch Hiker

Charlie — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:34:07 -0000

Need to get some practice in for that Felonius, couldn't rememember Mr G's second name, thanks for refreshing the memory, I knew "Raven" was another name he used for the group he was in the mid 60's . Thanks!

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 05:47:27 -0000

Aye I remember that night, spontaneous things always turn out alright on the night, I had offered Joe V the decks from The One Up,but he knew better, ha ha!Caseys record player was a classic, the 45's started playing at 33 and a third, which nobody noticed when I played "You've Lost That Loving Feeling" ho ho! Thats what I meant by the friendships we had everyone mucked in, to get things going,what a party it ended up on the night.Thanks for refreshing the memory N.G!!

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 07:55:58 -0000

I got the decks from the Sound System at St Enoch Square, its under a different name now, just opposite Sommerfield, £35 to hire including delivery and 2 spare Stylus, for the night, magic!! That was the best V.F.M around, by a mile!

Re: Rod Stewart - Good Morning Little Schoolgirl

Charlie — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:34:00 -0000

Cool dude is Rod The Mod, good write up "Jim With The Glasses" or is that Big Chief Swifthauf? LI,LI! Like the track selection, always like to hear something different, brilliant!!

Re: Isle Of Bute - Photos

Charlie — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:52:46 -0000

What about a mug that has British Affiliated Mods on the front then we can say we are the B.A.Ms!! LI, LI!

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:11:07 -0000

Duff you mean? I love the sound of the Hammond when its played properly, but not with the Jazz connection, I am afraid, I'd rather listen to Georgie Fame than a hundred of the Jazz records reserved for the intelects, I don't do Jazz I do cool( Jim Nairn, that phrase should be in the Dictionary of Cool!, LI,LI!) I am a Mod.

Re: The Jam Live: Glasgow Apollo April 7th 1982.

Charlie — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 16:12:03 -0000

My favourie Jam song "Man In The Corner Shop" first song I heard on the release of "Snap!" Album in Div's house when he first bought it, any of the Auld crowd remember just after The Jam split and they released the whole back catalogue of Jam records? I remember going into Virgin Megastores and seeing all the Jam records in the Top 100 I was grinning all day after that. What a feeling! Scunnered all the Punks who were bleating on about "Ever had the feeling you've been conned?" YAWN! What a crap cliche,that was!! Yeah Gizzard "All Mod Cons!"

Re: Isle Of Bute - Photos

Charlie — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 18:13:08 -0000

The guy must get a sore ass Chris its literally about less than a foot from ass to ground level, but the detail he has put into it is magnificent though not designed for driving through puddles with either one can imagine, it is impressive when you see it up close. The guy has spent thousands on its intricate design. Its not my cup of tea but a real labour of love for the owner. Bet there is a lot of Harley Chopper fans lost for words that some one can turn a "Hair Dryer" into something they never even imagined could look like a Chopper but its a Lambretta at the heart of it, I respect the owner for doing that, cause its a one off. Art imitating the Bikers ethos. P.S It is a fast wee "f****r" as well. I saw it belting up the road. It can shift

Re: Rod Stewart - Good Morning Little Schoolgirl

Charlie — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 18:35:42 -0000

Think I read somewhere Rod worked as a Gravedigger,before he wanted to get into music, but doesn't he have a lifestyle a lot of guys would swap their 9-5 jobs with, in the last few decades, having The Faces as his band, what a party Rod The Mod has had, my fave Faces with Rod song Tim Hardin's " Reasons To Believe" There is rare 60's record of Rod singing "Shotgun Wedding" a cover of Roy C's song, that I would love to hear, if anyone has it perhaps you would oblige us with a recording of it for the website. That would be a nugget to hear.

Re: The Jam Live: Glasgow Apollo April 7th 1982.

Charlie — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:05:53 -0000

I agree The Jam hadn't even peaked, Chris the best was still to come, The Jam "Extras" has a recordng of "A Solid Bond In Your Heart"by The Jam on it. I think there was 26 records released in their back Catalogue in the same week. Made you realise just how many records they made and just how huge they had become, another band that made a lot of records consistently, the one and only Madness! The Nutty Boys were miles ahead of Simon Le Bon Bons chooky face any day of the week, even John Lennon gave them the thumbs up! Suggs and the boys, long may it continue!!

Re: RSG 63 - Olympia The Hitch Hiker

Charlie — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 04:48:22 -0000

Wonder where some of the E.K Mods are now, Mandy, Andrea and Valerie, I met Ann Karen years ago in London, she had moved to West Ruislip, would love to know how the are doing now.Perhaps if anyone knows the Auld crowd from '83,'84 time of The Olympia, get in touch.

Re: The Crystals

Charlie — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 07:34:53 -0000

Quite agree Janny there practically neighbours, Little Anthony lives nearby Jimmy The Mods house that would be 2 good articles for the website, how about it Jimmy? I am sure they would have some rare photos of their 60's heydays.

Re: Phil Daniels - Mods R4

Charlie — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:47:34 -0000

Love how the Police classify the Mods as youths who were at a loose end at the weekend! Classic!

Re: RSG 63 - Olympia The Hitch Hiker

Charlie — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:39:46 -0000

Now that is flashback and a half Kenny!! Not very smart thing for them to do, you are right they were from Cathkin, think they were a couple of hitmen for Mothecare, LI LI!

Re: RSG 63 - Olympia The Hitch Hiker

Charlie — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 19:04:05 -0000

Hi Janny, EEM, always, been out looking for things for the website, got a few items of interest,see how they turn out the next couple of days. Speak to you soon Janny, looking forward to you next Post, all the best.

Re: Taking Care of Business

Charlie — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 03:52:45 -0000

Hi Stevie, if you are in one of those smoke Cafes, tell Jim Morrison, Hendrix and Joplin, Jimmy The Mod wants them to do a write up for the website, ha ha!

Re: Pop Gear - Jimmy Saville

Charlie — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 06:36:12 -0000

This is 60's Pop!!! Hermans Hermits, The Animals,FUN, FUN!! Did you know Jimmy Saville invented the Twin Decks? The man invented the Club scene, genius, unselfish his Stoke Mandaville Hospital is testimony to his devotion to less fortunate children. Brilliant video Jimmy!!

Re: Pop Gear - Jimmy Saville

Charlie — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 06:48:40 -0000

Is that T for TOON? N.G Ho, ho!!

Re: Beginning

Charlie — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 05:20:23 -0000

Peekaboo, its "Lord Lucan" here, are you'se all still "Lucan" for me? LI,LI!

Re: The Blue Beat

Charlie — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:52:15 -0000

I'm with NG on this one, the less the better I say, doesn't float my boat. Give me a good Jazz 45 any day li li

Re: The Impressions - It’s All Right

Charlie — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:45:52 -0000

Good video Stevie, like they say, first "Impressions" last......I know
my coats on!!! P.S whats happened to Fudgie?

Re: The Impressions - It’s All Right

Charlie — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:40:31 -0000

That's magic N.G so if I say Take Twat, Robbies Williams old Band
Gaunny no fix that!! LI,LI

Re: Curtis and The Impressions

Charlie — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:59:38 -0000

I have heard The Walker Brothers and Rod ( The Mod) Stewart's versions of "People Get Ready" I was inspired to write Poetry while listening to various
Impressions songs Stevie, as for Dylan, I prefer other bands and singers recordings of his lyrics than Bob himself, his voice grates me. As an example
compare Manfred Manns version of "Just Like A Woman" to Dylans.
No contest.

Re: The Impressions - It’s All Right

Charlie — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 16:28:39 -0000

That's terrible N.G, not content with Punk on the postings and you mention
"Pot" shame on you, LI,LI!! Mind you Curtis did write the song "Pusherman"
For a certain "blaxploitation" movie.

Re: Battle of the Mods

Charlie — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:14:10 -0000

Love the dubbed Italian "Scouser" accents, class, the bikers look more
camp than the Mods!! Must be the leathers, the Swinging 60's GROOOVY!

Well done Stevie "Inspector Clouseau of the Sortie!" Fae Le Cranhill

Re: Shotgun Wedding - Roy C

Charlie — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 06:55:13 -0000

Party time!!! This was never off the record player at my family parties.
Played this at The One Up, along with "Just Like Me" by Paul Revere And The Raiders to name but a few,this kind of song defined the 60's party feel. Along
with "Venus" by Shocking Blue, even "Daydream Believer" by The Monkees.

We all know that "Thats a 60's Standard!" but these are the kinda songs
everyone knows the words too, I would say records like these set the standards
They have sold millions of records,cause they are brilliant!!! Give me Roy C
any day to JLL sings Motown!! Charlie, News At Ten Maryhill.

Re: The Style Council-Glasgow Apollo 20/3/84

Charlie — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 07:13:19 -0000

I was at this concert with Wee Div, Sheeny, Mick Young and Debbie, it was magic, we were there for the music, D.C Lee sang "See The Day" Heavenly bliss, and a stolen backstage kiss from Mrs Weller, Janny listen to "Shout It Too The Top!" full blast, it will get you dancing. Well done Jackie nee Murray Mints!! Li Li! A million thanks for reminding me of a "Long Hot Summer" 24 years ago, MAGIC!!

Re: The Impressions - It’s All Right

Charlie — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 07:24:58 -0000

On the subject of trains, don't forget Janny's "theme tune" "The Last Train
To Clarkston"by The Monkees, couldn't resist that one Janny, hee hee!

Re: The Style Council-Glasgow Apollo 20/3/84

Charlie — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 11:52:09 -0000

Here N.G Do you have Jerry Lee Lewis singing "Speak Like A Child"? Li, Li!

Re: Battle of the Mods

Charlie — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 11:56:21 -0000

Here Chris did you know Jack The Ripper had a dog? It was called
Jack The Russell....... I will get my Ponytail!!!

Re: The Style Council-Glasgow Apollo 20/3/84

Charlie — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:31:17 -0000

The highlight of The Style Concert was "My Ever Changing Moods"It is
brilliant live. I had a silver Mohair suit on, Divs sister was handy with a sewing
machine, I got her to take the trouser legs in extra tight.

During the singing and partying, the thread on the right leg gave way, all
I could feel was "Oh s***t!" I had one Drainpipe trouser leg and one Flare
trouser leg that wouldn't look out of place in the 70's DOH!

I took off my Mohair Jacket, wrapped it around my waist, and continued
to dance, felt a plonker when we left the concert,it was windy and my Bell
Bottom trouser leg was flapping in the wind!! I was 20, I didn't care and I still
stole a kiss from Mrs Weller. I was on top of the world!!

Re: Battle of the Mods (part 2)

Charlie — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:52:06 -0000

Can't wait for part 3, its like an Italian Mod Eastenders!! Just waiting
to hear "Riiiiiccckkkyy!" dubbed in the background. I thought that
Biker was trying to seduce Ricky The Mod by showing him his leg
before pulling out his knife. Bikers wearing Winklepickers as well
Brilliant!!

Re: Funk Soul Stevie.

Charlie — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 18:36:44 -0000

Got tons more in store Stevie, keep finding new 45's in my collection, I never
knew I had, I will get around to recording them in due course, just found an album, American Soul 1966 - 1972, bought it 24 yers ago, I am amazed I still have most of my albums thanks to Welchy for keeping my collection in his garage safe for nearly 3 years!! I am chuffed you like the Funky Soul selection.

Re: James Brown - Dance Lesson

Charlie — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 19:44:57 -0000

Here Jackie are you going to put a mirror in your loft to practice your Dance steps now? You can show Shona how to move to the grooves soon, methinks.

Hello "antrob"- welcome to strange and wonderful world of Mods.

I remember going up to Livvi's flat when he was in Mitchellhill, Castlemilk,
Saturday morning mid-80's, his door was open, music full blast, Levi Jacksons
"This Beautiful Day" Livvi was practising his Northern Soul moves in the mirror.
We have all done it, anyone who says they never cause they are cool and natural dancers, I know 4 people who told me this, so for telling porkies,
I am glad you'se are all bald now, as a coot! I'm away to comb my fringe!

Re: Curtis and The Impressions

Charlie — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 08:59:22 -0000

Been listening to The Impressions "Gypsy Woman" can't chose between the
orginal or Brian Hylands 1970 version, bit like The Jaynettes "Sally Go Round
The Roses" and The Ikettes version of the same song, tough life been spoiled
for choice of music, but someone has to do it!!

Re: Battle of the Mods (part 2)

Charlie — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 09:50:42 -0000

Oh the tension and suspension of it all!!!

Will Lammy Chick survive Brighton and IOW without access to a computer?

Will "Battle Of The Mods Parts 3-20" be posted before N.G does his next Post?

Will Paul Weller phone The Samaritans when he finds out I kissed his Mrs backstage at The Style Council Concert March '84 Glesga STYLE!!?

Will Drummy stay off the bevvy for more than 6 weeks as promised?

Will Jimmy The Mod buy a round of drinks, and buy Drummy an orange juice?

My God it's too much, but stay TOONed folks, the Battle Of The Mods continues, its an epic, more graphic than "Shaving Ryans Privates"..,er sorry
Mr Speilberg wrong Film I was watching....ahem!....The saga continues!

Re: Shotgun Wedding - Roy C

Charlie — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 10:00:52 -0000

Brilliant tune, never tire of hearing it, one of Rod The Mods favourite tunes s well
The man's got taste!!

Re: The Style Council-Glasgow Apollo 20/3/84

Charlie — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 10:35:59 -0000

Its a pity The Style Council never had a few Scottsh and Irish Mods in
the video of "Solid Bond", show them how to have a good time, liven up
the proceedings,we know how to party!!! The Mods in it look "tame" and
stiff, very robotic, still a classic video

I remember when I saw The Band Aid "Feed The World" video, Weller looks
out of place in it, think he was overwhelmed, well stoned more like. He seems
to have loosened up a lot since then, thankfully.

Re: When you’re young and in love

Charlie — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 19:14:11 -0000

When your young and in love, stars dance at your feet, dreams are your smiles
heartaches are your shadows,, things aren't so bad, they're just more wrong than right. Like Mr Weller says its the best thing that ever happens to you.
No regrets. Brilliant video Stevie, with girls like these beside us, jammy sods
weren't we???

Re: Geno Washington

Charlie — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 19:27:26 -0000

Still have all my Geno vinyls, still rate Geno's "You Got Me Hummin' " better than Sam and Dave's original, seen him 3 times, DYNAMITE! What a performer
"Michael" is my fave track. Deserves more respect than he is given. Who can ever forget Dexy.s "Geno" 45 immortal recording? Cheers Stevie.

Re: Style Council - Wanted and Your The Best

Charlie — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 19:46:28 -0000

Here Jimmy have you got TSC "Shout It Too The Top" on video,? That is a stormer of a track.

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:13:52 -0000

Hate to spoil the party N.G but this Jimmy McGriff song sounds soooooo
much like "Rock Around The Clock" its uncanny!!

Re: Photo’s - Chris Cameron

Charlie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:38:57 -0000

Nice to look back and smile Chris, nostalgia drenched memories,cheers for these photos, never fail to cheer me up.

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:50:18 -0000

Much appreciated N.G, look forward to seeing them, all the best!!

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:57:12 -0000

If you listen carefully to the Hammond Organ about 10 seconds before the guitar solo, you will hear "Rock Around The Clock" Chris and N.G. May
The Force Be With You Jazz Cats!!!

Re: When you’re young and in love

Charlie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 13:16:06 -0000

Well if "Rupert The Bear" and the "Theme From Jungle Book" were Classic Jazz
Standards, Acker Bilk is THE main man for Jazz, but nothing will come close to
a song I heard on Saturday night Farmer Dan singing " I Go Savage On Bacon And Cabbage!" I kid you not, for the title alone, absolute classic!! Farmer Dan, your the man!!!!

Re: Shotgun Wedding - Roy C

Charlie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 13:23:12 -0000

When the train arrives Stevie they will all sing "People Get Ready" in your honour.Take care, like the Gravatar Chris, nice touch.

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 17:56:44 -0000

Thank you Chris, first time I heard this many moons ago, lot of Mods
just thought I was having a hissy fit because it was Jazz, cheers Victor Meldrew
News At Ten, Maryhill!!

Re: Speak Like A Child - Style Council

Charlie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 18:15:24 -0000

I remember Paul Heaton from The Housemartins and The Beautiful South slating
Paul Weller in the Press at every opportunity, in the mid 80's simply because he hated the name of the band, that was it, probably a Hull and Slough thing.

I can still remember me and Wee Div buying this and playing it to death
up at his house in Provanhall, before going to Rockwells on a Friday night
He offered me "Magic Mushroom" tea believe or not!!! Not my scene.

I was taken allsorts of "happy pills" at that point, but not "Magic Mushrooms"
My head was more "Magic Roundabout" !!! Excuse me while I take "Dougal"
for a walk, man! LI,LI!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 19:13:58 -0000

Apart from Scooters Whoru, I knew a few Mods at The Scene Club who drove
Mini Coopers, "Pychedelic Mick" was one of them, one of the coolest Mods
I ever seen at The Scene. A Paul Weller "MINI me" literally his image. I don't do
Mod following myself, I do cool, LI,LI Whoru, I started off as a Plastic Mod myself, I was 14 and looking for a direction, but before being a Mod I was
into all things,anything that was about the 60's, the fun, the dancing, music
clothes and fashion. The cars as well as the Scooters. Bonds Aston Martin.

Can't forget the E-Type Jag,and off course the mini, cars not skirts.....on
second thoughts oh aye, the woman, can't forget them, eh? I think an Aston Martin would get you a girls phone number quicker than a Scooter in December
Whoru, lol. Anyway thanks for for your opinions, if you have any photos you
would share with us, send them to admin@glasgowmods.co.uk,we woud love to see them Take care.

Re: Geno Washington

Charlie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 19:24:24 -0000

What a singer!!! So much Soul, brilliant!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 04:44:05 -0000

I last heard Mick was working for Scotrail about a just over a year ago now
Chris, he is still around in the background somewhere. the Rallies have changed
a lot now Chris, I think you would enjoy them a lot better now, if your up for one
next year, give me a shout, it will be fun,guaranteed.

Re: Photo’s - Chris Cameron

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 05:16:04 -0000

Like my Uncle always said "Mods turn heads, Bikers turn stomaches, TOON YA BASS!!" Mind you he was drunk as a Lord most of the time, but
sometimes, he made sense in his moments of Mod clarity,. I think its up to the Mods around to rectify the going around town, especially the younger crowd, there is enough of them to meet up and make it happen. Remember a lot of Mods we knew came from all over Scotland to party with us in Glasgow. Make the effort and watch it happen.Its up to them. Once again, great photos, good times!!!

Re: Glasgow Mods - Fudgie

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:01:20 -0000

I am sure he will get back in touch, you can't keep a good Mod down for long
Mork calling Fudgie,LI,LI!!

Re: Mod Music

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:09:11 -0000

Hi N.G as a suggestion why not put a wee R+B Tribute for Lammy Chick, put
a wee smile on her wee cheery face, if you have time, very theraputic if the Domino Olympics are psychologically tiring, LI,LI!!

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:45:17 -0000

Hi Lambrettagp125, the Aston Martin comment was a joke and not meant to be taken seriously, I was putting light on the situation, for me the Mod Scene
peaked around 1987, I was called all sorts for being a Mod after the Scene and Lindella closed, found it very amusing from so called "Ace Faces" with more make up on than the front row of a Village People concert, who quit the scene!!
I knew who I was from day one, a Mod, the eye liner "Quad Style done that for a laugh, but the full Boy George look??? Left that for the"real" Mods who moved on, LI,LI!

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:45:17 -0000

Re: The Style Council-Glasgow Apollo 20/3/84

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:58:07 -0000

Oh no!!! Latin and Jazz, abandon ship the end is nigh!!! I am "Going Savage On Bacon And Cabbage!" now wheres my Stetson? I am off Line Dancing!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:07:42 -0000

Actually Whoru, it was me and Jimmy that found the One Up, the Scooterist followed us more like, dunno about the Mods book being the bible, "Quadophenia" would fit into that category better, either the 74 edition or
the movie.

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:23:41 -0000

Actually it was owned by the Butcher downstairs Jimmy Blaikey, and it was a Mod Club, diddums forgives you because there isn't room for two in my Modded up pram, comlplete with back rack and extended pram forks, do want a ""backie""? Li, Li!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:31:46 -0000

Here did the One Up not have a Country and Western day on a Sunday afternoon? Are you Whoru the "Nine Stone Cowboy" would you like to go 50/50 or phone a friend?

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:41:32 -0000

AF,mmmmmm!! Royston........The Shamrock............An Anorak or a Parka??
Buckfast and Redbull er......am I getting near to revealing the identity of Whoru?? The show goes on!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:45:48 -0000

IIs it Andy and Angie or Ken and Barbie? Over to you Whoru!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:03:20 -0000

Is it Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton, "Islands In The Stream" or"Royston By The Puddle!"........... I will get my coat, I missed Eastenders trying to solve this "Scooby Doo Whoru?" mystery.Li, Li

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:09:18 -0000

Couldn't agree more Fudgie as that was the Police Bus route for transferring prisoners from Bar-L to the Sheriff and High Court, couldn't resist that one!!!

Re: Junior Walker - Shotgun

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:17:11 -0000

What came first, the shotgun or the wedding? Classic Mod track, this is Mod!!

Re: Junior Walker - Shotgun

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:24:24 -0000

I always wanted a Double - barrel name but Charlie- Shotgun didn't suit me!!.....
Don't worry ..I know, the coats on!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:29:47 -0000

Hello Andy and Angie from sunny Maryhill-by-the- Canal, we're posher than you Royston folk we have a Basin, the Firhill Basin!! How are you'se both?

Re: Junior Walker - Shotgun

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:36:48 -0000

Are you sure Fudgie doesn't appear in "Oor Wullie" In The Sunday Post
Stevie?? Only kidding Fudgie ,LI,LI!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:44:02 -0000

A Royston bath is that a deep kitchen sink with 4 weans in it standing on top of the dishes??? Mind you our Basin can hold about 600 people in it, mostly the Partick Thistle Supporters Club, drowning their sorrows after being beaten,again!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:55:15 -0000

You had the same childhood experiences as me then Mr.N? Did your Sink have one of those big Manglers attached to the side for the clothes? How people take washing machines for granted nowadays,eh? That was the late 60's that I recall,how about you?

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:04:59 -0000

We were spoiled, racing stripes on the Auld Churchill prams, now known as a "Smart Car" an engine and a roof, voila!! I knew Whoru when I was in Royston, his pram had bars on it!! Poser!

Re: Mondo Mod

Charlie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:17:13 -0000

Enjoy yourself Stevie, safe journey.

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:36:30 -0000

Can't stand the Snoop Dogg crap, its Rap, how they class it R+B, we will
never know, there was hundreds of 60's R+B bands,blue eyed soul boys,Gary Farr and The T-Bones, early Fleetwood Mac with Pete Green. Good selection of songs N.G, keep up the good work. See Lmmy Chick is in her element, smile!!

Re: Who R U - Scooter

Charlie — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:53:05 -0000

Some cracking pictures of Stars on Vespas to accompany the Mirrors double
page article on the interfering bums of Europe, I believe, lorries and buses, cause more emission pollutions than any form of transport,don't see them being
outlawed. Maybe the Vespa Clubs should organise a protest Rally. Get everyone to chant "Who Are You" at Parliament.Does ths not fall under the European Court of Human Rights on our basic rights to have freedom of movement without prejudice and interference? Victor Meldrew News At Ten, Maryhill, R.I.P PX what a bummer!!

Re: Who R U - Scooter

Charlie — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:11:07 -0000

That's the mysterious man Lammy Chick, should have had a "Spot The Whoru" competition, his figure silohuetted, add to the mysticism of it all,eh? LI, LI

Re: Speak Like A Child - Style Council

Charlie — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:10:43 -0000

Good tune for a Wednesday midweek lull, ahhh magic remedy!!

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:27:11 -0000

Thanks for the comment Whoru,very much appreciated, there is more to come, we really only have begun music wise, had a great laugh last night, are
you and Angie going to Friday Street, on Friday, if you'se are will see you there.

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 05:23:24 -0000

Good morning Lammy Chick and N.G, nothing like a bit of Glasgow Mod Website surfing before breakfast,eh? Before I forget Lammy Chick, I have an Episode 6 LP in my collection(pre- Deep Purple) there is about 4 decent tracks
on it, the rest sounds like The Beach Boys on Prozac, it's that bad!! My track
of the moment is "No Room To Cry" by Dobie Gray. I like songs with Strings and Soulful lament, class!! If you can track it down,check it out it's brilliant!

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 05:51:45 -0000

Hi Lammy Chick, got KoKo Taylor on vinyl, knew I had it somewhere, also found"Who's That Guy" The Kolettes, "The Entertainer" Tony Clarke, "She's A-1" Knight Bros. and "Searching For My Love" Bobby Moore, to name a few. Every day is a new discovery, need to lsten to some tunes now!!!! Al the best.

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:47:51 -0000

Look forward to the Jazz NG, have you any Brother Jack McDuff ?

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:58:44 -0000

Very funny N.G, I am sure I said Jazz is Duff!! The Return of Rupert The Mods,Men In Tights!!! LI,LI!

Re: Style Council - Wanted and Your The Best

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:15:18 -0000

Hi Davie, hows Audrey and the kids? Tell Audrey I said a big Hi!!

Re: When you’re young and in love

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:38:57 -0000

I had the rare honour August 1997 of seeing The Marvelletes in concert
in Washington D.C, at The Sheraton Ballroom, there was a band called
Jerome And The Midnite Stars, playing after the concert. I had asked him
if he could sing "Baby I Need Your Loving" as a request. I was in heaven
I danced with the Marvelletes lead vocalist. One of the most beautiful moments
in my life, thanks Stevie for bringing back a special memory for me. Cheers.

Re: Mondo Mod

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:15:55 -0000

Love the bit in the video were the commentator says the average Mod spent $8
per month on records!!! You couldn't get a Starbucks coffee and a Skinny Muffin
for that amount in a day now in Dear Old Blighty.What is a Skinny Muffin? They all look the same size to me!! Confused, help ma boab!!

Re: Mondo Mod

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:30:56 -0000

A little fact finding question that will challenge the minds of our American viewers...... How many Wampums is $8? Take your time!!

Re: When you’re young and in love

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:34:01 -0000

Evening Jackie, photos on their way Registered Post,cheers!!!

Re: Mondo Mod

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:40:13 -0000

Will the viewer from Beaverton Oregon be the first to answer this mind boggling question? ......Tick tock..... give you'se a clue, the wampum is derived from
Wampompeag..... You can hear a pin drop!!!

Re: Mondo Mod

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:55:42 -0000

Looks like Brisbane, Queensland has joined the quest!! ........Tick tock!!

Re: Mondo Mod

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:04:03 -0000

Not even Jimmy The Mod has found an answer yet, is this a first? I will give you'se 2 more clues 1 The Wampompeag are not from Glasgow
2 They are not Scousers and don't have Perms. ......This is fun!!

Re: Quadrophenia

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:28:01 -0000

Even now "Quadrophenia" still gives me a buzz no matter how many times I view the movie, you always see some kind of detail that you have missed before like for instance Dave with a spiky "knuckleduster" on his clenched fist when he meets Jimmy on the beach to tell him they had just done some Rockers in. Brilliant!! As for the depressing side of the movie. We all went through that, in our own similar ways to coin a cliche, art imitating life, eh?

Re: Mondo Mod

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:37:46 -0000

The answer to the wampum question in case the American viewers are scratching their Wikepedias. The wampum is former currency used by
North American Indians, the Wampompeag.,made of shells, strung or woven together, "Big Chief Swifthauf" News At Ten, Maryhill( Reservation) LI,LI!

Re: The Return Of Northern Soul - TimesOnline

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:40:32 -0000

Jimmy The Mod, N.G, I am over here, peekaboo!!

Re: THE Anthem

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:49:37 -0000

Classic Jimmy The Mod has entered the building!!! Thats Stevie, a train
driver if ever I saw one, now thats what I call an Anthem, Rab C, never mind Roy C, ho ho!!!

Re: Quadrophenia

Charlie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:26:34 -0000

I think there is a little bit of Sting in all of us Mods , cause we were all little flash gits, dressed to impress the lassies with the sharpest clothes and even sharper dance moves, cause we wanted to be better than the Mod next to us. Plus we all knew we could dance better than Sting anyway!! He was a pie in "Quadrophenia" but ALL the lassies still liked him, kept us on our "Dessie Boot" toes,the flash b*****d he was, rich as well!! LI,LI!

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 05:26:16 -0000

So I was right your name is Alex Baird St, Glesga Division?Ho ho!! Thanks for
contacting us, I am sure Drummy and Jim Nairn will be chuffed to bits, to hear
a Glasgow Jag has been in contact. If you have any photos of the band, we would be more than happy to add them contact admin@glasgowmods.co.uk.
A million thanks for contacting us Alex, we appreciate the info, brilliant!!

Re: EK and Glasgow Photos - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 05:45:39 -0000

Oh no an E.K Mod revival!!!! Glasgow mods had The Who on their Parkas
EK Mods had a photo of the Roundabout at the bottom of their street with
an arrow on it on their Parkas!! LI,L!! See what you have started Jackie, ho ho!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:16:36 -0000

Knowing N.G Lammy Chick, he is probably trying to connect his ISP
to a Ouija board to save money!! Probably flogging Auld Nick some Vespa
parts in return. P.S Don't tell Jimmy The Mod or he will have Auld Nick as
an editor, doing write ups for the site for his "idle hands", LI,LI!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:37:15 -0000

will be there, you going?

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:42:15 -0000

Hi Lammy Chick if you go down the left hand column to Pags scroll down to Rythm & Blues, the music is on there.

Re: UK Psych, Garage, US Punk,

Charlie — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:50:52 -0000

The Birdwatchers " Mary, Mary" cracker of a tune. You can't beat the 60's for
originality, from San Francisco to Salford!!! Good sounds from star to finish, love it!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:51:18 -0000

Well you have plenty of tunes to dance to Lammy Chick, I am just getting
ready to go, I will ask for Jerry Lee Lewis in your absence, I am sure they are
aching to of play the Maestro of Soul when I walk in,LI,LI !!

Re: Shotgun Wedding - Roy C

Charlie — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:11:14 -0000

Maybe we should have a Roy C v Rab C contest, like the Beatles v The Stones!! That would be fun!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:22:06 -0000

Sell your soul to Aud Nick its less painful than to JLL, leave that to the real Mods, they can all curse me to their hearts content for saying that Lammy Chick, I can take what I give and vice versa, ole JLL has as much Mod influence
as Julio Inglesias has on Motown, Rock 'n' Roll or 100% Mod......mmmmm. Let me think???

Re: EK and Glasgow Photos - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 06:55:20 -0000

A little thought, in The Beatles song "A Day In The Life" where Lennons talking about "Now they know, how many holes, it takes to fill The Albert Hall"
So Jackie, how many Roundabouts would it take to fill the Olympia, in East Kilbride? LI,LI!!

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 07:05:15 -0000

Thanks Alex for sharing your memories with us, Jimmy will add the
photos in due course. Are you and the rest of the boys still in touch?
Do you think there is a possibility of you and boys getting together
again,maybe going back on the road?

I would be interested to know of any future developments
if thats okay with you, all the best Alex.

Re: When you’re young and in love

Charlie — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 07:09:04 -0000

Glad you got them back in safe hands.Cheers Jackie!!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 10:47:15 -0000

It was a very good night, Lammy Chick, quiet to begin, good selection of tunes,
and it soon revved up, one the girls from "Eye's Wide Open" even played "Just
Like Me" one of the Paul Revere And The Raiders, one of my old tunes from
The One Up days, magic!! Cheers for that, nice to know the younger crowd
have got into the swing of things in their thirst for all things 60's. Are you going
to the next Friday Street, Lammy Chick? Hope to see you there.

Hey Whoru, Angie says your a lightweight, thats why you fell asleep in the
close, LILI!! Take it easy amigo!!

Re: Video

Charlie — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 11:06:18 -0000

Think The Doors have competition from Rab C Nesbitt for the battle for Psychedelic supremacy "Light My Fire" by the "Angel of Darkness" Jim Morisson or "Itchycoo Park" by "Semmet of Satan" Rab C, Govan,the competition is on!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 13:43:35 -0000

Unfortunately not, Lammy Chick, its always a good night at the Melting Pot,
as long as they don't let me in, ho ho!! Hope to se you and Steve01 in the coming months, take care Shimmy on!!!

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 06:50:19 -0000

Briliant, I wll check it out Alex, you never know what life has
in store, looking back we never got a chance to see how much
potential The Jags had to offer, I believe, you'se had more hits
still to come. Loads more, thats me being honest.

You'se have talent, there's no denying that,put your
differences aside, and get stuck in. I never thought I
would meet anyone from away back in the early Mod
days a chance meeting with Jimmy, April, Welchy and
Rab, voila!! Now thanks to Jimmys time and effort, here
I am chattng with one of my fave bands Drummer, magic!

All the Mods I know would say the same thing, we're
are the Mods!! Same as you and the boys, get a few
beers down your necks get in a circle and shout, we
are The Jags!! cause that who you'se are.

I still say "Back Of My Hand" should be Firhills Anthem
time to put things right!!!

Re: Shotgun Wedding - Roy C

Charlie — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 07:25:14 -0000

Perhaps Jimmy The Mod "accquired" the record the same night as
your "shopping list" was in full swng, must be a E.K Mod thing, LI
LI!! Most people take "Kerry Oot's" to a party, you'se bring a list of
records to "accquire", ho ho!!

Re: DO’s

Charlie — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 16:06:18 -0000

Hi k c I will do my best to come along, got any early JLL singing Al Jolsons
"Mammy!"? and I will pop along to dance to it, ho ho!! How are you anyway?
Nice to hear your comments, its a pleasure, take it easy!!

Re: The Jam Live: Glasgow Apollo April 7th 1982.

Charlie — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 19:45:34 -0000

Did you "accquire" "Dig The New Breed" as well Jackie? LI,LI

Re: EK and Glasgow Photos - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 20:13:19 -0000

Hi Mr Honeythief, welcome to our wee website,good
to see there are stll some E.K Mods around, I can't
believe they are still putting more roundabouts in E.K!!!

Unbelievable, whats that all about?Maybe they are being
"accquired" from other Cities, is nothing sacred anymore.
First our records, now the roundabouts. I fear for the future
of our Zebra Crossings, your welcome to the Speed Cameras
you can "accquire" as many as you want, LI,LI!!

Re: The Jam Live: Glasgow Apollo April 7th 1982.

Charlie — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 20:48:32 -0000

Its a fantastic and eclectic mix of songs on the set list. We had something
very special indeed, I am glad to have been part of it, songs now are ten
a penny throwaways, "real" bands are scarce on the ground. Whats happened to The Kaiser Chiefs, Oasis, wheres the music?? You'se are milking your
"Greatest Hits" Tours dry Paul Weller is still writing N01albums after 31 years.

He's given you'se younger bands a shown up,washed up on a tide of apathy
Weller is going to be around a long while unchallenged by weak contemporaries!! Sad, no get up and go.None at all

Re: Jez Bird - Lambrettas RIP

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:55:49 -0000

Sorry to hear of Jez's death, been a helluva year for losing friends and people
whose records we have partied to one time or another, Lambrettas were
a Mod band, still remember dancing to "Poison Ivy" at The Scene Club.
Thanks for the good time memories Jez, R.I.P.

Re: EK and Glasgow Photos - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 15:29:37 -0000

No problem Fitzy, how are you, long time no see, hope life
is treating you well, have you heard from Sheeny or wee Mick
Young these days, tell them, me and Jimmy were asking for them.

I will go to the Ayr Aces no problem,e-mail at charlie@glasgowmods.co.uk
and we will get something arranged, look forward to it. East End Mods
TOON ya bass!! ho ho!!

Re: New Photos - Jackie G (nee M)

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 15:58:55 -0000

Picture 237, my old PX 125 I bought off Sean, used to belong to Davie
Martin from Easterhouse, Sean thought the engine had seized, sold it
to me for 75 quid, changed the spark plug on it and, off we went,Sean
was gutted!!! Me and Livvi "accquired" Halogen Rally Sport lights from a nearby
Irvine garage, and a Jaguar emblem, cheers for the photos Jackie, brings
back the memories. Love the photo of Sean and Livvi on the Waltzers, with
all the Mods standing behind them, classic!! Same as the one with the Police
standing behind them, we were always surrounded by the Police, no matter were we went anyway, LI,LI!! Now theres photos of them to prove it!!

Re: THE Anthem

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 17:39:01 -0000

In this episode,Mary Doll was last seen by Ella being "pimped" by a Belgian
her and Ella met in an Amsterdam Disco, Rab meets her in a backstreet"window shop" dressed up for "buisness" in the "Red Light"
district, its a scream of an episode Janny and Jackie.
Its called "Bulbs" Rab .C Nesbitt Series 6. You will love it!!!!

Re: New Photos - Jackie G (nee M)

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 17:46:41 -0000

Cracking photos of The Prisoners concert in Ayr, Jackie, we are the Mods!!

Re: UK Psych, Garage, US Punk,

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 18:14:04 -0000

"Wait, wait" by The Smokin' Bananas, brilliant tune,great album cover.
Track 29 love it!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 18:30:15 -0000

Hi N.G another couple of tunes for the Scene Club Jukebox, "Harlem Shuffle" by
Bob & Earl "Too Many Fish In The Sea" by The Velvettes and "Hello I love You" by The Doors, and "Venus" by Shocking Blue, oh aye anything by Spencer Davis Group, were great floorfillers. Still are, always will be.

Re: New Photos - Jackie G (nee M)

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 18:43:08 -0000

Have you not got any photos of Casey and Hendy NOT IN THEM!! LI,LI!!
Can't wait to see the next set of photos Jackie, although N.G is dreading it, ho ho!

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 19:03:42 -0000

Meant to ask you Alex, what is the inspiration behind "Back Of My Hand"
and "Party Games"? I have alway been fascinated by the true lyrics
behind songs. I read a couple of years ago a line from "When The Musics Over"
by The Doors" I want to hear the scream of the butterfly"

Was actually the name of a "porn flick" Jim Morrison noticed (or probably seen)
on his way to the studio to record the song and he was stuck for lyrics, and
he improvised the remainder of the song. Everyone was complementing
his Poetic lyrics on the song not realising his sense of humour.

He had the last laugh there,eh? Not suggesting for a moment your song
was named after such a "movie" Alex, but I would be interested to know
a bit of insight to the songs mentioned, cheers!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 19:09:17 -0000

Mmmmmmm, let me guess has it got CM Mods written on it? LI, LI!!
Its an "accquired" taste of music Jackie G, here are you related to
the Alto Sax player from the 90's Kenny G? ho,ho!

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 19:22:17 -0000

Love The Who R&B track "Love Reign O'er Me" best track here.
See those 12 Bar Blues N.G,was that not the time you got kicked
out of that amount of pubs for drinking one too many Bellhavens?

A lot of hard work here N.G I for one appreciate it, keep it up.
Only 25000 records and 1246 albums to go!!!!!

Seriously, excellent choice of music, we are the Mods!!

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 19:30:44 -0000

I was joking about The Who track N.G, at least its not Jerry Lee Lewis!!!
So your okay, nothings perfect, ask my 10 ex- wives and their sisters, LI,LI!

Re: Jez Bird - Lambrettas RIP

Charlie — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 12:23:02 -0000

Well I been known to fall through sunroofs of cars when I had a few drinks
in days of Mod excess gone by, Frankie G, lol! So anything was possible
done a lot crazy things, think we all did. Good to hear from you, I am
sure Jimmy will contact you shortly. Stay in touch now you know where we are
and I hope life has treated you well in the centuries inbetween '82 and now.
Kinda sad as N.G pointed out the Mods we watched on TOTP, are passing away, such an early age.JB RIP.

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 12:26:49 -0000

"Who, me? Yeah you!" LI,LI!!

Re: New Photos - Jackie G (nee M)

Charlie — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 17:01:12 -0000

Welcome back Stevie, did you like Jimmy's" THE ANTHEM" for you????
Brilliant, so that's what you were up to in Amsterdam?? LI,LI!! All the best!!

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 19:39:07 -0000

Just been browsing through the Internet on various Northern Soul
merchandise and the same for Psychedelia, what a load of tat!
Checked out 8 different websites, your all con artist,not one
of them has offered V.F.M Even quality, is bog standard.

When did The Real Thing "You To Me Are Everything" become
Northern Soul? Should be sued under the Trades Description
Act for that alone!! Its D.I.S.C.O, sorry thats Ottowan,
or is that Northern Soul too?

No, don't buy it at all , think there is room for plenty of
competition, they are making a killing out of the name.
Arhur Daley's the lot of them!!!

Re: The Return Of Northern Soul - TimesOnline

Charlie — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 19:46:24 -0000

Comment 465 on the Scene Club, shoud have been posted here.
Sorry about that, DOH!!

Re: John Lee Hooker

Charlie — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 13:17:55 -0000

Always had a soft spot for JLH,and Bo Diddley, classic Blues or R&B,
whatever people want to call the music, inpired thousands of bands
since 19 Canteen,till today and tomorrow. Long may it continue,your
right Stevie about pumped up steroid induced "Gangsta Rappers"

He wipes the floor musically with all of them, lets face it,
they all "big up" themselves at every opportunity, but have we
ever seen them play a guitar???? If they had to play their own music
say Snoop Dogg Unplugged, how weak would
the music be then? Thought so.

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 18:53:23 -0000

A friend of mine Raymie has a 45 of "Women's World", I will
get a hold of it by the weekend, and get the single recorded
for you and the rest of the band, should stir up some good
memories, I hope.

Appreciate the background info on the lyrics, brilliant to see
your are teaching Drumming in Harrow, believe the Alex Harvey
was a cover of Jacque Brels "Next" , ha ha! We know what thats
all about!!, To quote Ian Flemings most famous childrens classic
book "Chitty,Chitty Bang Bang" wonder if these 2 former soldiers
frequented the same premises?

Then again, I wonder how many people knew Ian Fleming's
title came from the British Tommy's password for a visit to the
French Brothels!!!

Cheers once again Alex, I will get the next Jags single up in
due course. Take care.

Re: Lost Summer Love

Charlie — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 19:07:20 -0000

We learn something new everyday Chris,I believe Stevie Windwood
was a 15 year old protege when Spencer Davis Group recorded "Keep
On Running" Its hard to believe how young some of the 60's stars were.

Their voices sound way beyond their years, another belter from
Stevie, cracker of a video, very informative, par excellence. Do you'se
like the new background photo? We are the Mods!!

Re: Lost Summer Love

Charlie — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 05:22:18 -0000

Well you know the song Jackie " With A Little Help From My Friends"
Thats what Glasgow Mods are all about, you wouldn't think the photo
was taken in Glasgow's Queen Street,eh

Captured beautifully by Henry McInnes, genius of a photographer.
Oh aye, he is a Mod too, ho ho!!!

Re: Glasgow Admin Goes Stellar

Charlie — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:04:16 -0000

Here Jimmy I thought you had meant "Artois"when I saw the headline!!!
Well Governor Arnie the Sarnie is Austrian, so you are in with a shout!!
Whats your first plan of action, once your President?

I know put a "Roundabout" outside the Whitehouse in memory
of your East Kilbride roots, LI,LI!! See you in th Whitehouse.
Vice President Scissors!, Ho, ho!!

Re: Glasgow Admin Goes Stellar

Charlie — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:41:53 -0000

Jimmy we can shorten the amount of people who are unemployed,make them stand closer together!!! Unemployment figures sorted!!

Re: Glasgow Admin Goes Stellar

Charlie — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:47:26 -0000

Hey Whoru,we should get you to run for "First Laydee Of The Whitehouse,"
LI,LI!!

Re: Lost Summer Love

Charlie — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 06:19:30 -0000

Helen Shapiro is another classic example of young 60's artists
14 years old when "Walking Back To Happiness" was in the charts
What a voice, same as Davy Jones from The Monkees, and of course
The Small Faces, so much talent, believe a lot youths today are
overlooked in search of new talent, due to the X-Factor garbage.

Most of these "karaoke singers" are already picked before the
auditions take place,its very shallow disposable t.v, the "real"
bands and singers won't get a look in untill this crap has run its course.

"Circus t.v" at its peak.

Re: The Action - Rare Record Releases

Charlie — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 08:28:12 -0000

Nice one N.G Still have my "Ultimate Action LP" from '81, "Since I Lost
My Baby" to me was their best 45 b side, personally that is, others have
their own faves. Keep it coming we've only just begun.

110% quality from the Glasgow Mods, always striving for that little bit
extra that makes a difference with finesse, always.

Re: The Who - Amazing Story

Charlie — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:01:52 -0000

Just gets better each time its viewed!!! The Who are a one off, just like us Glasgow Mods!!!

Re: John Lee Hooker

Charlie — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:59:21 -0000

The MTV Cribs are in touch with the streets, Sesame Street that is. LI,LI!
Give me B.B King or John Lee Hooker any day to a thousand of these
Bling King bams any time, that includes Eminem,he is about as dangerous
as Frank Spencer waving a machete in Royston on a Saturday night!! Ho ho!!

Re: Mods In Adverts Lucozade

Charlie — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:51:44 -0000

Speaking of Lucozade any of you'se oldies remember when Lucozade
dropped their slogan "Lucozade Aids Recovery!"???? As it was the start
of the HIV outbreak in the early 80's Makes you feel ancient, eh?

Now back to the video, brilliant, Mods and Scooters will never go out of style!

Re: Beau Brummels - One Too Many Mornings

Charlie — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:57:51 -0000

Another song for you too check out Jackie "A Litte Bit O' Soul" by The Musical Explosion on the Jukebox, thats a class track, IT'S TOON MAW BROON!!

Re: My Maw’s A MOD

Charlie — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:05:01 -0000

Have you got a pair of 2-Tone knickers as well Jackie? Couldn 't resist
that one, ho, ho!!

Re: UK Psych, Garage, US Punk,

Charlie — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:10:37 -0000

Track 33 Jackie, "A Little Bit O' Soul" This is the biz!!

Re: Am I Groovin’ You?

Charlie — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 13:12:16 -0000

Cheers N.G and Jimmy, hope Stevie enjoys these 45's something different
for the weekend,we are the Mods!!!

Re: Little Stevie Wonder

Charlie — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 13:24:28 -0000

The Genius amongst the Motown Talent Unlimited here "Little" Stevie boy
you can't fault this hitmaker, brilliant Stevie, and he is not a bad harmonica
player to boot either. Excellent!!

Re: Am I Groovin’ You?

Charlie — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 15:26:30 -0000

Don't think we need to rate anything, its an a la carte Mod website, Jimmy,eh?

Re: Photo’s - Chris Cameron

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 07:22:22 -0000

Hi Danny and Tuc see you'se there, I will bring Fitzy with me, October the
10th, look forward to it, Fitzy has posted photos and a video from The East Lothian Scooter Rally. We forgot it was on!!!! DOH! Danny don't part with
your Parka, you will only regret it, your hairs gone but not your Parka.

I still have mine, wouldn't part with it, my 2nd wife tried to get me to dump it
after she dumped a suitcase of my "souvenir" gear I had with me in London
behind my back, no chance, 11 years on my Parkas here she ain't, lesson
learned the hard way. Its part of you. I am glad there is a yunger crowd thriving
around your way, thngs can only get stronger for the Mod scene, and keep
it alive.

The Barras has changed,makes me appreciate how colourful and alive
it was the years we spent in the 80's, I have got photos from Fitzie from
some parties in 82 and 83, some familiar "Faces" about to re-appear
you may remember, in the next couple of days Danny.

Take care Danny and Tuc and I will see you'se in October the10th,
cause we are the Mods!!

Re: Video

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 08:04:25 -0000

Cheers Danny, appreciate the kind words, everyone has chipped in to ensure
we keep the message going, especially Jimmy The Mod, his time and effort
is immeasurable, there is a lot more too come Danny, Jimmy "The Cyber Crowbar" never sleeps, lol!

Everyone has given 110% effort in putting Glasgow Mods in the Scotlight
Danny, from Stevie to N.G and everyone who has given us their precious
and most treasured photos, we can't thank them enough.

Re: How Long?

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 13:48:36 -0000

Cheers, think the only thing that will be spininng in the next 35 years is oor
heids!!! Ho ho!! Yer right Jimmy that record shop in Strood was an untapped goldmine, I still have loads of vinyl I bought from there, these 2 singles are from
Michaels stall in The Briggait, hope itbrings a load of memories back to "The Soulies" tuning in who attended The Wigan Casino.

That "Feels Like Fire!" 4 Tops quote Jimmy was from the LP
I had bought from the same shop in Strood, that you used to blast
out full volume on a Saturday morning, and tried to sing, ho ho!!

Re: Velocette (girl group)

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 13:55:46 -0000

Lovely sounds from these girls, "Pop" songs with the "Spector" feel I am a fool for, love it, another excellent "find" from our Stevie, accessible and danceable
tunes, cheers Stevie, the inspiration is flowing.

Re: How Long?

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 14:03:07 -0000

Cheers Davie, thanks to Jimmy's"housekeeping" it makes sense
now Jimmy if you fancy doing a bit of hoovering,give me a shout!! LI,LI!!

Re: John’s Children

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 14:19:06 -0000

Good tribute to Mr Townson, no John's Children, no T-Rex no Punk
or New Wave acts on T.V, essential piece of the jigsaw on what lay
head a few years later after the 60's ended.

How diverse are we Glasgow Mods? Keeps on getting better and better.

Re: Velocette (girl group)

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 15:41:13 -0000

Maybe they will contact you Stevie, it would be good to hear what
they are all up to since then and now, only time will tell, so if
anyone knows here they are now, or the girls themselves, contact
Stevie.

Re: Sixties Ska

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 15:50:51 -0000

Look forward to hearing your Ska Mix, Davie, I heard Wee Rab playing
the 45 in Sleazie's a while back, it will be good to hear sounds on here
along with the rest of the gang.We are the Mods!!

Re: Sixties Ska

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 17:02:47 -0000

No problem Davie, will add it to my collection, I will arrange to get a copy off
you a week Monday if thats okay with you.

Re: How Long?

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 19:00:27 -0000

Glad you like the songs, cheers!!!!

Re: Am I Groovin’ You?

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 19:11:49 -0000

So The Purple Hearts were right Jimmy when they sang "Millions Like Us"
LI,LI!!!! "Too Much For The Human Heart" is a soulful tune for the "Nite Owls"
still awake in the wee small hours before the morning comes, enjoy!!

Re: Am I Groovin’ You?

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 19:33:50 -0000

Appreciate the comment Jackie, hope you enjoy these little rarities
from my collection, you may or not have heard them before, hope
they Groove your soul!!

Re: Am I Groovin’ You?

Charlie — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 19:55:30 -0000

We are the Mods!!!

Re: New Photos - Jackie G (nee M)

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 06:01:30 -0000

Are you sure its not a crowbar push Stevie goes to Saltcoats,
every 3 or 4 weeks to have a go at the amusements with Chris?
LI,LI! Crackng photos Jackie, didn't we all have a ball,? Everyone
of us, fun,fun,fun!!!

Re: WE ARE THE MODS!

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:05:18 -0000

Love it, sound and VISION, Stevie, Mods, Mods,Mods!!!

Re: The Who - Amazing Story

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 13:21:39 -0000

This is what Mod is all about, this is what we are all about, we may pull in different directions, comes to the crunch, we pull together. Glasgow Mods,
just part of a much larger picture of an "Amazing Mod Story". Spread the word
from Manchester to Hollywood, from Royston to Rio, we are the Mods!!

Re: New Photos - Jackie G (nee M)

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 15:06:52 -0000

Exciting days when we all used to"Shake A Fishtail Parka" at these
dances and gigs, from Largs to Givan, mind you a few of us used to try "Shake The Handcuffs" off but to no avail,alas LI,LI!!

Re: New Photos - Jackie G (nee M)

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:28:54 -0000

Hi Tuc tell Frodo and Gandalph The Grey( A.K.A Scotty) from The Shires
we said hello!! Lol!

Re: THE Anthem

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:34:14 -0000

This is better than Oasis "Wonderwall" we've got "Wino Alley" ho ho!

Re: Tribute To The G-Mods (via Henry McInnes)

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:47:45 -0000

We all captured something unique and iconic, all by chance this particular Mod
Weekender, this showcase of Henry's talent for photography added an extra
dimension to the Glasgow Mods site, enjoy, cause its a belter of a Video!!

Re: Isle Of Bute - Photos

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:55:13 -0000

Still makes me smile everytime I watch it, the music and photos
blend so well together, what a magic weekend!!

Re: How Long?

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:07:23 -0000

Just be careful Chris it's not a "gay ghost" in case it gives you
the "willies" LI,LI!!!

Re: Isle Of Bute - Photos

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:12:46 -0000

Wallace and Gromit have entered the Campsite!!!! Ho,ho! It was brilliant!
Loved every second of it!!!

Re: How Long?

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:35:00 -0000

Was it because Hendy was standing behind him while you tied his shoelaces together???

Re: How Long?

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:42:35 -0000

Was it because your Postman told you Daltrey had your Jefferson Airplane
45 you have been waiting for the last 2 weeks "tooled up"???

Re: How Long?

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:47:06 -0000

Houston we have a problem!

Re: How Long?

Charlie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:52:29 -0000

Was it a fluke?

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 18:01:55 -0000

Hi Alex Raymie has informed me the "Women's World" cover
has a series of pictures on it including Maggie Thatcher and
Farrah-Fawcett- Majors on it,so it will be interestng to hear
the single when, Raymie brings it over.

I will do a write up on the single, it would be most
interesting to hear your thoughts and views on the record.
Thanks for keeping in touch, all the best Alex,we are the Mods!!

Re: When The Night Falls

Charlie — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 18:18:02 -0000

I can't get enough of this kinda video, it's taking something
that's inspiring you and adding something different to it, in
your own style, brilliant Stevie. I like this song, it blends
brilliantly into what you see and hear, we are the Mods!!!!

Re: Glasgow Mods Proudly Presents Mr Tom Fleming

Charlie — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 18:33:33 -0000

This was a gem of a find, right on the changing of the guard
between the oncoming of the 60's waiting to go from black
and white into glorious technicolour, thanks to Tom Fleming and
of course Betty Allen.

Mere words can not express our gratitude to them both,
especially Mr Fleming, as in Tom not Rhonda, eh Tom,?
lol.

Re: When The Night Falls

Charlie — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 20:41:30 -0000

Its good to know other Mods are sharing thoughts and ideas
with you Stevie, even the new music, its more than ok, "It's
Modness, Modness, they call it Modness!"

Suggs and the boys, eat yer heart out!! LI,LI!!

Re: Alex Harvey - Agent 00 Soul

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 04:53:10 -0000

Alex Harvey is still one of the best "sons of Glasgow" yessiree!!

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 07:28:47 -0000

Well you know the old Glasgow saying, "Pink, pink, make the boys wink!"
How you doing Drummy? Are you going to The Twisted Wheel on Saturday
night? Quinny is on the decks, so hope to see you there if you are coming
along, we are the Mods!!

Re: Alex Harvey - Agent 00 Soul

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 07:41:03 -0000

That's just a glimpse of how diverse the Glasgow Mods are Chris,
I am only beginning to see myself, just how much content is on the
site, and how good it is to hear Alex Harvey getting the respect he
deserves, to a whole new audience who only associated him with
The Sensational Alex Harvey Band.

Even his impact on the early Mersey Beat was well overlooked,
now has been the time too put a little bit of Alex Harvey back
into the front via N.G's "find". Brilliant N.G!!!

Re: New Photos - Jackie G (nee M)

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 08:37:17 -0000

Brilliant photos Jackie, another piece of The Mod jigsaw, added to
the bigger picture, photo 304 Sting next to the scooter named "The Sting"
classic, I remember the seeing the scooters picture 297 "In The Midnight
Hour" and picture 308 "Jackie Wison" at a lot of Rallies in the 80's.

Memorable Scooters from our wee days out, cheers!!!!

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 08:50:13 -0000

Has Stevie got over his Post Traumatic One Up Stress Disorder yet?
Ha,ha! Don't tell me "Rupert The Bear Theme" is going into the Jukebox
that was worse than "Jungle Book" N.G!!! and you'se all danced to it, now
that is worse than the new Partick Thistle strip, admit it, confession is good
for the soul!!

Re: New Photos - Jackie G (nee M)

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 12:13:07 -0000

Sorry Tuc, this time it isn't my wee dog, so I am not the only
one who takes my wee dog to the Scooter Rallies, even in
the 80's it was happening, just carrying on, on the tradition.

Classic photos here, there is more to come, loads more.!!

Re: The story of the Small Faces

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 12:46:50 -0000

The sound and image encapsulates all things Mod.
I am sure Jacklie will be grinning after viewing this.

All the best Stevie!!!

Re: Scots Of St. James - Tic Toc

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:06:30 -0000

The Scots Of St. James, another rare gem from the Mod mine waiting to be
unearthed and listened too.

Re: When The Night Falls

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:13:41 -0000

This just gets better every time I listen to it, a cracker of a tune!

Re: Am I Groovin’ You?

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:21:29 -0000

Welcome back Lammy Chick, hope you like your "Wang Dang Doodle" N.G
put on the R&B Jukebox, here is 2 45's you may not have heard, something
different to listen too, enjoy!!!

Re: CranHill Mods - Robert McTear

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:31:18 -0000

Thanks for these photos Robert, picture 17 is a belter, mind you
they all are, just to see the Auld Faces of Cranhill and Sighthill,
memorable. Good times indeed!

Re: Am I Groovin’ You?

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:34:49 -0000

Herman "Hitman" Hitson is one of those midnight soulful tunes,
more Blues than Rythmn, sooouuullful!!

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:42:49 -0000

How are you Lammy Chick and how is Steve01? Tell him I said a
big Glesga Awright Big Man!!

Re: The story of the Small Faces

Charlie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:51:05 -0000

I am sure you will have a great time Stevie, get some good photos
for your collection and don't forget to "Shout It To The Top!"
The Mods are here to stay!!!

Re: CranHill Mods - Robert McTear

Charlie — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 07:02:09 -0000

Its kinda strange how everyone has photos of me, I have a handfull
myself, there's more photos of Sting in Jackies photos than me, the
competition is hotting up!!! Sting has a Scooter named after him picture
304 in Jackie's photos, I don't bah humbug!!

Re: Rhythm and Blues R&B

Charlie — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 07:08:09 -0000

The Who "Love Reign O'er Me" still the best song on the R&B Jukebox
LI,LI!! This one I haven't heard, where did you obtain a copy of this N.G,
ho, ho!!

Re: The story of the Small Faces

Charlie — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 07:12:25 -0000

I know Jackie your even better at "accquiring" records!! LI,LI!!
Couldn't resist that one, keep you on your toes,ha ha!!

Re: CranHill Mods - Robert McTear

Charlie — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 07:21:58 -0000

Here that would be a whole website on it's own, ha ha! Mind you
Livi has his own set of spare front door keys to let himself into most
Police Stations in Scotland!!!! Ho, ho!!

Re: Camey “The Tin Souldier”

Charlie — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:28:53 -0000

Hope this wee tribute leaves ya smiling Cammey, awra best,fae yer fellow
Tin Souldiers, we always answer the call!!!

Re: “Wicked” Wilson Pickett

Charlie — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:33:07 -0000

This is sooouuulll music!!! We are the Mods!!

Re: Glasgow Mod Photos

Charlie — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 13:31:15 -0000

They are not uploaded yet Fitzy, got some more photos to pick up tomorrow
night, will add them to yours and he Posting will be under yor name "Fitzy Israelites" will inform you as soon as everything is ready to go! EEM !!

Re: Blues Council - Baby Don’t Look Down

Charlie — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 13:42:00 -0000

Some rare R&B Scottish style from the Blues Council, another "find", from N.G
The Indiana Jones of R&B!!!!

Re: Camey “The Tin Souldier”

Charlie — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:53:22 -0000

"I get by with a little help from my friends!" Altogether now!!

Cheers Jackie!!!

Re: N.G. Mods - Quinny

Charlie — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 18:10:42 -0000

Cheers Quinny for these photos, classics, like all the photos every one
has shared with us, each one holds its own in terms of beautiful memories,
the picture is almost 80% complete. Thanks, we are the Mods!

Re: Camey “The Tin Souldier”

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 03:01:07 -0000

Hi Camey, those were taken at this years Mod Weekender, 2008, Glasgow
Mod STYLE,lol!! Glad you liked them, maybe next year you should come
along and have some fun with all of us.

I have loads more, send them over to you the next couple of days, take
care, EEM!!!

Re: “Wicked” Wilson Pickett

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 03:45:27 -0000

Wilson released so many 60's Soul classics, his appearance in The Blues Brothers, singing "634 5789" along with Dan Ackroyd and James Belushi,
total class!!! I thought it was time to pay homage to the Soul man, glad
you enjoyed this little bit of soul!!!

Re: “Wicked” Wilson Pickett

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 05:41:17 -0000

Thank to everyone for their kind comments,welcome back Janny!!!!
We are the Mods!!!

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:39:51 -0000

Here whats all this HULLaballoo about? LI,LI!!! Hi, Whoru, got a copy of the original MODS, book today, thats me no a "plastic" Mod after 29 years!!! Can
I move to Roystonhull for a proper bath noo??

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:52:41 -0000

Hi Camey, if you look on the Recent Posts on the right hand column, Posts
number 12 "The Action- Rare Record Releases" N.g has done a brilliant write up and Jukebox music on the band, enjoy!!

Re: The story of the Small Faces

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:57:12 -0000

Here Jackie if you leave the car behind you can got to TSFC on the Chew Chew!!!.............. Ah know don't say it , the coats on!!!!

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:02:59 -0000

My personal fave of The Action "Since I Lost My Baby!" used to play it
at The One Up, anyone else have their own Action faves?

Re: The Action - Rare Record Releases

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:12:34 -0000

Did Reg King not use to be Andrew Loog Oldhams Chauffeur N.G? I remember
reading this somewhere years back, I am kinda certain this was how they got their break throug, Icould be wrong though?

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:16:17 -0000

I still have it Camey, I couldn't stand "Shadows and Reflections" a lot
of Mods raved about it, I just couldn't get into the song, probably just me though.

Re: The story of the Small Faces

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:20:30 -0000

Why don't you'se all meet up Lammy Chick???? I am sure if you'se
all wear the pink Partick Thistle "away" strip, you will easily find each other!!
LI,LI!!!

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:39:03 -0000

Another one of my fave Mod bands Them "GLORIA!" kicked off more influence on the U.S music scene than they were given credit for Van Morrisons snarling
vocals, the Hammond organ,you will hear it from The Doors to The Standells, granted The Kinks, The Animals and The Stones, but the snarl you hear. Van The Mans!!! "And her name is G.L.O.R.I.AAA!" unmistakeable,unsurpassed.
Them!!

Re: The story of the Small Faces

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:45:16 -0000

Don't think Steve01 and Stevie fae CranHULL!! Have got the right legs
for a Tartan Mini skirt though, but as long as they are comfortable with their
Mod masculinity, they have my blessings!!! LI.LI!!

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:52:30 -0000

Here if I tell the Junkies I'm a Jags fan will I get free acupuncture while I am
waiing for a turn at the bath then?? Oh here you'se Shamrock guys are pure dead spoilt for posh toiletries, is this whit they call a "Tanning Salon" in Royston? Get yir jaw "tanned" while you wait!! Ahm jist here fir the banter!

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:04:34 -0000

I am sure its tomorrow night "The Afterglow" is on, I will be there tomorrow
night think tonight is "The Eye's Wide Open" the Psych music plus there
is usually a band playing also.

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:19:31 -0000

See you tomorrow night if you are there, I am off, "1 to beam up Mr Scott!!"
"Aye, aye Captain, energise!" "Not now Scotty! I'M DOING A CRAAAAAAP!"
( Old Star Trek joke! ho, ho!)

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 17:35:36 -0000

Phasers on malky for the bikers you mean!!! GRRROOWWLL! Ho, ho!

Re: John’s Children

Charlie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 17:58:43 -0000

Don't forget the Jazz classic by Acker Bilk ( Jackies neghbour.... I know were
to put his clarinet!) "Stranger On The Floor!" ,Ho,ho!

Re: The Polish Club - 7 Clairmont Gardens

Charlie — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 11:11:46 -0000

Great tunes NG your auld Uncle Charlie is grooving away here in his wheelchair,just hope I dont get a flat tyre !

Re: How Long?

Charlie — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 12:35:33 -0000

Was this one accquired also Jackie? LI.LI!!! Its good when you come
across something you didn't realise you had now you can play it till
your hearts content!!! We are the Mods!!!

Re: How Long?

Charlie — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 14:13:47 -0000

Good to feel inspired eh? Good to feel alive crank up the volume and sing!!

Re: Photos

Charlie — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:10:35 -0000

I remember the trenchcoat phase very well TYB, I am sure Angie,
had taken a photo of us walking from the Bandstand to The Briggait
Cafe all dressed in various Trenchcoats, someone had shouted, we all
looked over our shoulders. Maybe one day it may turn up, who knows?

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:22:16 -0000

Stevie Hydes favourite Mod band is The Dave Clark 5, LI,LI !!
I may even do an article, especially just for him on them, ha ha!
the man is obsessed by them, that will leave him "Glad All Over"
Ho, ho!!

Re: Photo’s - Chris Cameron

Charlie — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:34:44 -0000

Jeez these photos bring back a lot of good memories, cheers Chris.
The Stars and Stripes Scooter, used to see it every where around the town,
it was a beautiful Scooter, brilliant.

Re: Photos

Charlie — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:54:19 -0000

That is about right, it was around those years you mentioned, I had a
British Army trenchcoat, the inside concealed pockets were handy for
a lot of things, Janny, and they looked simply cool and stylish.

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:17:57 -0000

What's going on here Camey and Drummy? Soon you will be
singing "You Were Made For Me!" over the phone too each other
LI, LI!!!! It will be Drummy And The Beamers rather than Freddie
And The Dreamers, ho ho!!! Thats your Globies Street cred out
the window now Drummy!!

Re: Mod Bands

Charlie — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:12:17 -0000

A Topic? What about a Tunnocks Tea Cake, Topics are full of nuts, a bit
like the The Band Stand, now that was FULL OF REAL NUTS!!! eh? I
was the only sensible one there, not!!! All the best!!

Re: WE ARE THE MODS!

Charlie — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 18:22:24 -0000

Alright Whoru, Fitzy is looking for some spares for a Scooter, if you want
to e-mail me with a price we will get something arranged, cheers

Re: One Up - Jackie Murray

Charlie — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 07:21:54 -0000

Brilliant photos of the Auld One Up, the gangs all there, I will start the ball
rolling with some names, Joe Valente, Nikki Rose, Sean and Jackie Murray
(Mints) Bridie, wee Terry, Angie Sneddon, Marcello,John Nally, Jason and Sammy, Davie and Audrey,Stevie (Captain Scarlett) Corbett and Mary, Louis
and Sharon, Cha, Sting, Jim Nairn, Keg. Stevie Keernan,Fudgie and Michelle,
Livi and me, Debbie, my ex, Donna and Debbie, Nick the owner with the "Goatee" Rachel, Diane, Ricky the Globie, Tam Gow, DSM,DSC, DSS!!!
lol! Mark Anderson, Andy Wallace,Maggie Moran, Christine fae Uddingston
Wee Rab and Casey, Drummy, Stevie Hyde, Hendy got to mention Janny Quinny and Paul Molloy, Mikey Garfield, Mark Carapet, Fitzie, Div, Sheeny, Mick Young, Pek, "Cool Kev"Donald and Jackie Calder, Davie Martin, Welchy, Speno, Shirley Ross, Angie the Globie, Andy Wylie, Wee Ped, Popeye and Ped Burns, Wee Div, Kenny "Wheelchair" Hamill, Gina, Mary Alice, Cath and Liz, Wee Ricky,"Chungy" Jim, Foxy and Gordon, Raymie, Tam Glencross,
Vic, Stevie Kaleem, Tracey fae Uddingston, Ann Karen( A.K) Colin and Swop
Linda Keernan, Julie Salter, Camey, Stevie fae Cranhill, Pricey. The last name is reserved for the man who made this all possible, Jimmy The Mod, we owe
you big time, from The Scene to Friday Street, Glasgow Mods will always
be around. There is more names to be added to the list, if I have forgotten
anyone, please add to this list, cause we are the Mods!!

Re: E.E.M Fitzy

Charlie — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 10:34:36 -0000

Pic 5 is Div and Mary, Pic 16,just left behind Sheeny is Jackie Calder, the
blonde Aussie bombshell, Leslie Mackie, the first Aussie Mod in Easterhouse,
from Aboriginies to Aberdalgie Road!!! Strange eh? Must have been a helluva culture shock meeting us, pilled up rabble rousers, in The Outbacks" of Provanhall, it was myself who first clocked Leslie walking along the road, I duly introduced myself, and then asked Leslie if she wanted to meet the rest of the Mods, voila!!! The rest is a Magical Mystery Tour, lol!!!

Re: E.E.M Fitzy

Charlie — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 10:49:12 -0000

Pic 4 I had put the Polka Dots on Divs helmet while he was high on "Magic
Mushroom Tea!!!" as he was drawing Paisley Patterns on his bedside cabinet
based on the shirt I was wearing, listening to " Speak Like A Child" full volume!!
Crazy but wonderful days, thanks for the good times Div( miss ya bro!)

Re: Photo’s - Chris Cameron

Charlie — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 11:05:49 -0000

Hi Chris the picture cover of "You Need Wheels" I stayed at a flat 1990,
25 Melbourne Road, right behind Merton Park Train Station, shared it with
Big Jason and his nutter of a pal Billy, great Tailor, but a nutter!! The Merton
Parkas, I wasn't keen on, The Style Council made Mick Talbot, thats unquestionable, always thought he was the "Bob Monkhouse" of TSC, smarmy
and oily, he wouldn't have lasted minutes 2 minutes in The Scene Club.
The Mods would have used his mouth as an ashtray!!! lol!

Re: WE ARE THE MODS!

Charlie — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 16:07:06 -0000

Thats very kind of you Whoru, Fitzy says he will get you a couple of beers,
for the Spotlights, cheers, he can arrange a Saturday or a Sunday to collect them , wherever you want to meet and whatever time suits you, all the best!!!

Re: Herd - From The Underworld

Charlie — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:05:31 -0000

Another record from the One Up I played to death,like yourself,
like to study lyrics and how the songs came about, any song
that makes a nymph weep, I would sing my heart out to!! lol!

Well done another cool Mod Sound, I know a couple of Mods
I had spoken to at the weekend, who had a conversation about
The Herd and this classic song, spooky,very spoky indeed!!

Re: E.E.M Fitzy

Charlie — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:12:20 -0000

Sealed your fate that day Jimmy, eh? Now we know you were "quiet"
that day, I thought I had gone deaf, lol!!! FLND its called Jimmy!

Re: Herd - From The Underworld

Charlie — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:21:09 -0000

Here there was me thinking any soul song by Jerry Lee Lewis
was about Mods packing it in!! Actually Fudgie is right, it is about
a Mod turning Psychedelic, swapping the Target for Paisley Patterns
perhaps? Moccasins for Jesus Sandals? Jerry Lee Lewis for Free Love?
Think choice number 3 does it for me, ho ho!

Re: Herd - From The Underworld

Charlie — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 18:02:22 -0000

Seems there is more "Best of Albums" around than anything else
Whoru, Peter Frampton left them in 68 to join Humble Pie with Stevie Mariott
All I know about them is Frampton used to play guitar with a band called The
Preachers around 1965, then joined The Herd,Peter Frampton was the
photogenic one with the band a bit like Keith Relf of The Yardbirds, his "teen appeal" probably caused jealousy within them, he was the "Face Of 68"
The Herds last single "Sunshine Cottage" failed to chart. There time together
was short and bittersweet, I think "From The Underworld" is based on Framptons lament from The Preachers '65 Mod boom to the oncoming Technicolour explosion just around the corner at that time.

Re: E.E.M Fitzy

Charlie — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 07:03:06 -0000

I know Jackie thats how I met you,lol!! Ah Jimmy, the famous Rottweiler
incident, 3 Psycobillies, 2 Rottweilers,2 Mods and a stoned Jason, ha ha!
Its a pity the Dogs got the worse off it, but if they are going to set Dogs
on Mods make sure they are more vicious than the people they are attacking,
eh, Jimmy? I think they expected us to run, not attack the dogs then them.

Re: Crossfire 12 allnighter

Charlie — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 07:10:49 -0000

Looks like the Northern Soul scene is buzzing at the moment, gathering momentum for 2009's release of "Souled Out" The Wigan Casino Story
with a certain "Coronation Street" or should I say ex Street star making his
screen debut as The Casino's owner, Russ, should be interesing.

Re: Underground Blues mod weekend

Charlie — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 07:24:46 -0000

Trust the Italians to have a DJ called "Cheesy" must be the equivalent
of us Glaswegians having a DJ called"C U Jimmy" LI,LI!!! Wait a minute
are you not called Jimmy????

Re: Joe Meek film screenings

Charlie — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 07:38:49 -0000

It's about time Joe Meek got recognised, hope the film portrays him
for the maverick record producer and talent finder he was and not too
much spotlight on his private life. There was a lot more to him than a
tortured soul.

Re: “Wicked” Wilson Pickett

Charlie — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 10:43:14 -0000

Soooouuuulll Pooooowweer for the masses and classes, laddies and lassie
Midnite wakers, sweet soul talkers, can you dig it!? Wilson sure can, we
are the Mods!!

Re: Retro TV W/C 12th September 2008

Charlie — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 10:58:22 -0000

The Animals and Eric Burdon were certainly, a large part of the
soundtrack to my life, "It's My Life!" "Talkin' Bout You""Baby Let Me
Take You Home" "We Got To Get Out Of This Place!" "Good Times"
of course the 3 tracks that were never off the Briggait Cafe Jukebox,
"I'm Crying" "Don' Let Me Be Misunderstood!" "House Of......"
Pure rites of passage gold!! Cheers Eric and The Animals, tmeless
endless summer party songs!!!

Re: Sixties French Style

Charlie — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 12:44:58 -0000

Hey, I like this Mr Phelps, 60's Fuzz with a little bit of homage to The Doors
"Break On Through" Hammond in 25mns of song, some pretty awesome wig
flippin' tracks here. Well done for bringing it the fore Jimmy.

Re: Herd - From The Underworld

Charlie — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:34:50 -0000

Very poweful and moving lyrics to this song, brilliant, same as that other 60's
classic song "Nights In White Satin" by The Moody Blues,beautiful and ethereal.

Re: YardBirds Series

Charlie — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:50:15 -0000

"Your A Better Man I Am" and "Sweet Music" another 2 of my fave Yardbirds
tracks, what a cool band!!!

Re: Herd - From The Underworld

Charlie — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 11:29:27 -0000

"Into another world you entered, never again I can reclaim you."
Stevie, the song is also asking for forgiveness from the songwriter
to those he has left behind, personal sacrifice and pennance and
fear of letting go, the simplest of words to talk about, but the hardest
to say to the person or persons concerned. Its a brilliant song!!

Re: E.E.M Fitzy

Charlie — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 13:47:06 -0000

Cheers Fitzy, great times they were, The Olympia was mental, like
you said, music to die for, it was spacious, great dance floor!! Peks
parties were memorable, even after 4 days!!!! lol. Laughter and fun filled
endless days, we are the Mods!

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 13:58:40 -0000

Well its the first time I have heard the song, it should be up by the weekend
I will do a write up tomorrow night on the record, dedicate the song to The
Jags skinsman "Magic Alex" so if you are tuning in this weekend Alex, it
would be brilliant if you could give us a brief insight to the song as you are
playing on it,theres a cracking photo of you on the back cover with your
"Rock Star" shades on, cooolll. I like the song, so here goes, stay TOONed
Folks, The Jags are back!!!!

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 18:57:27 -0000

Hi Camey we don't do football on the website, or mention religious backgrounds, we are Mods Camey so hope you don't mind if I get Jimmy to edit your comment in the morning, the website is worlwide, its about all of us
regardless of the aforementioned colours, take care Tin Souldier, we are the Mods!!!!

Re: The Beatles - Mod Odyssey

Charlie — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 19:14:01 -0000

A fascinating insight to The Beatles, just show you how forward thinking
they were, pure alchemy, oh yes and heaps loads of LSD, once again
Stevie has come up with something, different first class, Stevie!!!!

Re: Jukebox

Charlie — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 19:30:55 -0000

Welcome Porge. if you go to the home page, you will see the site map
the content of the whole website is there, ENJOY!!! Hey Stevie, make
sure the stylist isn't drunk, in case you come out looking like
Stevie Nicks rather than Stevie Marriott!!!! LI,LI!!! Have a good time!
We are the Mods!!!

Re: The Beatles - Mod Odyssey

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 05:45:57 -0000

Peek a boo Michelle, lol!

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:53:14 -0000

Hi Chris, the book very "Harry Potter-ish" "overwhelmed" is a subtle
way of saying they go the s**t kicked out of them, the Celtic fans, the Carlton Tongs, about 5 stallholders included, piled ino the "Billy Connolly's" from
Aberdeen, from the Barras to Queen Street station, they got the fright of their lives, I got attacked while holdng my son, once he was "safe" they were not.

Anyway that was then this is now, 25 years is a long time, hope they
have all moved on since then, celebrate the moment, cause it could
all end in a heartbeat, let's just get some kicks before the whole s**thouse
goes up in flames! (Jim Morisson quote from '68)

Re: Pete Meaden - Mod

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:45:55 -0000

Quality piece of writing, even an added bonus of Jimmy James and The
Vagabonds, class, Pete Meaden, knew what was going on, his finger
was always on the pulse of what was happening, 5 years ahead of his time!!
Another excellent Post from Sevie, a 1000 thanks.

Re: E.E.M Fitzy

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 12:13:12 -0000

Hi Pek welcome back, it was me who had heard what had happened from people in Easterhouse, tell you more when we meet, I am glad you are alive
and well, got a chance to put the truth in front here if I make a mistake I admit
to it, full on, see you soon, we are the Mods!!!!!!

Re: Fitzy’s Video and Pictures

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 13:09:20 -0000

All you need is Mod, Mod is all you need!! Just re-written the Beatles "All
You Need Is Love!" Brilliant Video Jimmy, good footage of the "rideout"
East Lothian Rally in Mussellborough not so long ago, from Fitzy "Spielberg"
lol!!

Re: Lacoste college boy cardigans

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:14:05 -0000

A Fred Perry or a Lonsdale, wearing a La Coste Cardigan like these is " Jack
and Victor" gear, a flat cap and the looks complete, Fred Perry is still Mod
not "Still Game"!!!!!!!! LI,LI!

Re: Tribute To Jim Nairn and Drummy The Jags

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:22:21 -0000

Kinda strange Davie, I was talking to Marcello on the phone earlier
on tonight, bizarre? He is doing fine and may make an appearance
at Friday Street, after his Salsa dancing with his Missus,see you
next week Marcello!!

Re: Fitzy’s Video and Pictures

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:30:25 -0000

Here was that guy an anorak or a Parka on Mastermind?? Eh,, PASS!
He was definitely a Jazz Mod Rupert The Square N.G, I am sure he was
handing out flyers for "Seekers Of Style" on behalf of you'se, was he the
Ace Face of Jazz?? eh, PASS!

Re: Fitzy’s Video and Pictures

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:34:06 -0000

How are you Michelle, you not talking to me? SMILE!!! lol!!

Re: The Beatles - Mod Odyssey

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:37:46 -0000

Hope you are enjoying them, are you coming down to Friday Street for a dance
with us? Hope to see you soon, check out Fitzy's Video, its cool. I am in it
lol!

Re: Fitzy’s Video and Pictures

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 19:02:49 -0000

No, thats Pek Purcell, mind you a lot of Mods had those "bumfluff"
tashes, Div, Speno, Marcello, Pek, Vic, Stevie Kaleem in the 80's
lol!! must e a trend to go wiyh the skinny ties, skinny tashes methinks!!
Come to think of it immy has one now, trying to look "mature" mmmmm!
Vic? ahhh "Victor Mature" Get it?......... Just getting my coat, LI,LI!

Re: Lacoste college boy cardigans

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 20:46:08 -0000

I am not a Lacoste person at all Fred Perry or Lonsdale, probably as I
always associate them with Casuals," hijacked" them , I remember at
a Mod Rally in Blackpool, they all wore these, Lyle & Scotts, Pringles,
it's a 8O's Casual fashion to me, Farahs, Shell Suits, the whole shebang
you know the cardigan would look more stylish without the Lacoste emblem
it ruins the look, guess its a strictly 60's look I like. Thats just me I guess.

Re: Lacoste college boy cardigans

Charlie — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 21:06:53 -0000

The best place for Cardigans was The Briggait and Flips, authenic College
or whatever they are known as, used to own 11 of these, all shades, from
Pillar Box Red to Black Leather, the only gripe about them, the backs go out
of shape very easy, and that is with dry cleaning and not machine washed.

That always annoyed me, I stopped wearing them soon as Psychobilly's
wore them. Kept my 2 faves, threw the rest out. No regrets.

Re: Lacoste college boy cardigans

Charlie — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 05:29:01 -0000

If Felonius was weaing his Lacoste last night in The Rio Cafe, think we
should be joining him for a Croissant never mind a beer, morning Michelle
you joining us next week for a dance? Oh aye do you still smoke like a
chimney? lol!

Re: The Velvelettes - Ian levine

Charlie — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 05:42:07 -0000

Many a good memories with these classic "girl groups" "Too Many Fish
In The Sea" I remember from The Lindella and The Scene club days, Mr
Levine knows a good rarity when he hears one, he has lived the dream
thats something money can't buy. Party songs at their best.

Re: Lacoste college boy cardigans

Charlie — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 05:58:52 -0000

Speaking of knitwear mechanics, does anyone remember Twomax in the
Gorbals area? My sister worked there in the early 80's as a machinist, used
to bring home the most awful "Poser" Cardigans, make me wear them as they were a "present" cringe at the style of them, the wool made my skin break out
in rashes, my worse nightmare come true, right up there beside white
socks for Xmas, especially since I haven't worn white socks since 1986.

I still get them as a present every Xmas without fail!!!

Re: Fitzy’s Video and Pictures

Charlie — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:50:13 -0000

Sorry about the spelling, on comment 10, think I need a new computer
or glasses, probably both!!! Great video, Jimmy a lot of good people there
Even managd to make the Ayr Aces look handsome, are these images
"airbrushed"? Ha, ha!! We are the Mods!

Re: Lyle & Scott Merino cardigans

Charlie — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 08:03:29 -0000

Again, these look "plain" no imagination or thought by these designers,
simply paying for a name, does nothing for my mojo, more bromide than
Viagara!! Pretty dull and bland, the "YAWN" Factor!! 10/10 for having
the cheek to ask for £89, £8. 99 would be more appropriate. "Pipe and Slippers"
image, and Bearsden Golfers springs to mind.

Re: Norman Whitfield RIP

Charlie — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 14:08:22 -0000

Another Soul giant no longer here, what a c.v he has left behind. There isn't a lot of good songwriters around just now, the music is stagnant nothing notable
nothing remotely as good as this guys talent. This is music!

Re: Glasgow Mods Proudly Presents Mr Tom Fleming

Charlie — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 15:34:35 -0000

This is what The Lindella was all about in the early 60's , total enjoyment,
and nifty dancing from The Lindella!!!! Sheer class.

Re: The Doors (for Sharon Marr)

Charlie — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 18:10:14 -0000

Hi Stevie, I have sent you an e-mail with some info for you , cheers Quinny Da!
Much appreciate the response.

Re: The Doors (for Sharon Marr)

Charlie — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 18:56:20 -0000

On lighter note, I went into HMV and asked the blonde girl who
serving me "Have you got anything by The Doors?" She replied
"Yes, a mop and pail and a Fire Extinguisher!".......... Don't worry
my coats on are The Doors open??? LI,LI!

Re: Radio

Charlie — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 09:01:23 -0000

You should call it "Dr Deaths Midnite Surgery" ha,ha!! Will tune in
to have a listen,is that every day or once a week???

Re: The Glasgow Scene Club

Charlie — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 09:06:29 -0000

Good to see The Scene Club photos, halycon days indeed!!!!!!

Re: Lacoste college boy cardigans

Charlie — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 17:16:02 -0000

No a bit more upmarket, Primark 5 pairs £2.00, remember everyone wore
white socks cause of the Ultra Violet lights in the Discos, even the Posers
ha,ha!

Re: MaryHill Roadrunners

Charlie — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 17:27:46 -0000

"he Girl I Knew Somewhere" by The Monkees and "Valleri" love it, there was a Valleri from E.K I knew I used to sing this to her , ah blissful memories!!!!

Re: Secret Affair

Charlie — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 17:35:51 -0000

It will be up soon Fitzy, I was reading the lyrics at the back of the 45, pure
dead brilliant by the way,I am sure I had heard this beng played at "Henry Africas" many moons ago. It's catchy.

Re: The Truth - Confusion Hits us every time

Charlie — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 05:29:58 -0000

I was at The Night Moves gig in '83, they were an excellent band live,
I liked "Stepping In The Right Direction" still got these singles in the
old collection, I remember the press trying to label them "The new Jam"
usual crap, 9 Below Zero were the buisness. The real deal.

Another brilliant band, Dr Feelgood, "Pub Rock" nah, no chance
they were original,had the misfortune o seeing that twat on "Mastermnd"
on the subject of Mod, s it that easy to get on "Mastermind"??

In that case I will apply to go on it myself "and your chosen subject?"
"Friday Street 10pm till 3am" LI,LI!!!

Re: Photo’s - Chris Cameron

Charlie — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 09:50:53 -0000

Brilliant extra photos Chris, looks like a Mod scene version of
"The Warriors!" except more style, pictures are a statement of
their times, a Glasgow all of us remember so well then, these
images are a part of it, cheers for sharing them with all of us.

Re: The Velvelettes - Ian levine

Charlie — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 13:36:01 -0000

Another "forgotten" 60's girl group, The Shangri-las Brilliant, yet to meet a girl
who didn't like them, guys as well secretly of course in case they all start
"greetin'" at "Leader Of The Pack", ha ha! "...... I met him at the candy store!"
LI,LI!!

Re: The Truth - Confusion Hits us every time

Charlie — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:21:42 -0000

I have got Dr Feelgood singing "Roxette" on The Old Grey Whistle Test
as well as 9 Below Zero, doing Charlie McCoy's "Stone Fox Chase"
The Whistle Test theme tune and an amazing performance of The Specials
"Message To You Rudy"

You know there is not one decent programme for any of todays youth
to showcase new talent, that is a sad indictment on todays music
scene.

Re: The Velvelettes - Ian levine

Charlie — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:33:31 -0000

They are all top totty,"Remember Walking In The Sand?" and "Wishing "Well"
2 of the songs I remember being asked for as a request, good, good tracks!!

Re: Lacoste college boy cardigans

Charlie — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:46:57 -0000

"Sammymack, when are you coming back?" a bit of re-arranged Motown
lyrics there for you, hope you are enjoying the website, have you not
got any photos from '79 onwards? Be interesting to see a friend of ours has
given us a rare photo of his granny with some Glasgow Mods 1965!!

We want to preserve the whole Mod scene in general Sammymack
So if you have any scattered aound, would be most appreciated, cheers!!
We are the Mods!

Re: The Truth - Confusion Hits us every time

Charlie — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:59:39 -0000

Here Jimmy you were a big Truth fan if I remember correctly,am I right?

Re: The Velvelettes - Ian levine

Charlie — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:02:33 -0000

I can feel a Shangri-las healing coming on the force is strong with
"Cyber Crowbar", eh Jimmy The Mod?

Re: How Long?

Charlie — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:21:47 -0000

SOUL: "It has a soul, soul's not a form, its not a particular sound, we're not
going to try and explain it here, but soul's always pure and can only be honest.
We're not talking specifically about 60's,70's 80's black American music,
we're talking about soul as an emotional force. When you hear the record does it convince you that everyone involved in the making of the record truly believes what they're saying? If soul means the revival of the form, then we're not a soul
group, but maybe we can redefine the term"

Dexys Midnight Runners 1981 on what soul means, you can't argue with that
these guys were a group, they knew what pure soul meant, people
had a love/hate relationship with them, but they stuck to their guns,
KTF!!

I

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 18:14:38 -0000

A little bit of rare Who trivia for you'se all
Did you know on the January 15th release of "I Can't Explain" 1965
the backing vocals were by The Ivy League at the insistance of Shel Talmy?
Also on the B Side Jimmy Page plays lead guitar on "Bald Headed Woman"
and not Pete Townsend, not a lot of people know that? That was the last
record according to Townsend in "ZigZag Magazine" they let other musicians
play on their future releases, apart from piano player Nicky Hopkins.

We've all been dancing to The Ivy League, not very Mod eh,?LI,LI!

Re: Small Faces Convention

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 05:13:59 -0000

Brilliant photos Stevie, looking cool with Calum, good to see Steve01
and Lammy Chick, looks as though you all had a great time, did Fudgie
go to the SFC? Can't wait till you tell us all about the Convention.

Re: The Truth - Confusion Hits us every time

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 05:23:44 -0000

Here Chris you can get The Old Grey Whistle Test on dvd over 4 hours
of archive music and interviews on a 2 disc dvd, got mine from HMV, £4
in a sale just over 4 months ago hunt around before you buy one.

Re: The Truth - Confusion Hits us every time

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 05:42:25 -0000

There is something for everyone on the dvd, Blondie, Curtis Mayfield, Little Feat
XTCto name a few, interviews with John Lennon, it brilliant, you will enjoy it!!!

Re: The Truth - Confusion Hits us every time

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 06:39:03 -0000

Theres even some Tears for Fears on it, NG's favourite band, I even purchased one of their singles for him.....

Re: Tales From the Riverbank: The Star Club

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 08:06:58 -0000

Remember The Star Club well, been a few nights there in the past,
very good write up Chris even good use of the title, a good insight
into the changing Mod and Scooter Scene at that period, a lot of Mods
thought The Scene Club was the end of all things Mod, when it was
just re-inventing itself, as we all know now.

Once again a very good write up

Re: Small Faces Convention

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 11:58:12 -0000

Steve01 and Lammy Chick and Stevie fae Cranhill, all stand out from
the crowd, we always make an impression wherever we go, its a Mod
thing,you can tell by the photos, we are the Mods, its that confidence
we have. You can't mistake it in a crowded room,.

Great write up Stevie, even young Calum has the Mod traits,eh?
A rare night indeed for all things Small Faces. Brilliant!!

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 12:34:03 -0000

Thats brilliant news Michelle, haven't seen Ted in a long, long time,
I am made up, cheers for that, been about 24 years, wow mindblowing!!
Always wondered what happened to him? I will soon know!!!

Pure "Back To The Future" flashback there, LI,LI!

Re: Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere!

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 12:58:15 -0000

Who trivia question number 2 .... Apart from the lead role in "McVicar" just before
the movie was released Roger Daltrey had a smallish part in an occult movie Richard
Marquands "The Legacy" in it Mr Daltrey chokes on a chicken bone he hasn't even
eaten!!! Strange but true.

Re: Glasgow Mods 79 - present

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:03:23 -0000

Hi Ted, long time no see, how are you, were are you???? Jeez its been a long time, but I think we will meet now, eh? Thanks to Michelle, our wee angel. If you want to e-mail no problem le me know whats been happening these last 2 centuries,mad tjmes
indeed, talk to you soon Ted, another Mod Re-united!!

Re: Mary Weiss - Past & Present

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:14:41 -0000

Oh yes the "Cyber Crowbar" has been busy the Shangri-las are 10/10
on the "Howl-o-meter" "Hooowwwwllll!!

Re: Glasgow Mods 79 - present

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:26:06 -0000

17 years in Airdrie, did you marry one of the Mod lassies from there? If not
are you in jail as 17 years in Airdie is a prison sentence,ha ha! Friday Street
(the old Rockwells) is on this Friday if you want to meet for a chat, a few of the
auld gits like me go there, once a month, hope life has treated you well Ted.

You can tell me if we meet, okay?

Re: Glasgow Mods 79 - present

Charlie — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:48:23 -0000

Like I said Jimmy, "Quadrophenia" was based on the 4 personalities of the band
Roger Daltrey the "Helpess Dancer" John Entwhistle the "Hopeless Romantic"
Don't need to say much about Keith Moons part,eh? Pete Townsend was "THe Spiritual seeker" Jimmy The Mod was The Who, hence Quadrophonic, falls
into place now. Very creative thinking from Mr Townsend. Genius!!!

Re: Photos

Charlie — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 03:36:56 -0000

Here TYB, were's my Civics Badge? Boo, hoo to you!! I m telling Big Jason
on you, so, there, ha ha!

Re: One Up - Toon Mods Davy Blair

Charlie — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 04:08:44 -0000

Picture number 12, is that Karen on the far left from Townhead?? I had
known her as "Tulips" a private joke from days gone by, a really cheery
lassie. Always a smiler.

Re: Dunbar 84 Girvan 84

Charlie — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 06:41:24 -0000

Cheers for that NG, special thanks to Raymie from Maryhill for sending them
to us, nice Scooters '84 style!!!! Dunbar seems to be emblazoned on our psyche
for all the right reasons for once, brilliant!!

Re: One Up - Toon Mods Davy Blair

Charlie — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 06:49:33 -0000

Here Davie, Pic 38 , the 3 of you'se look like a 60's Mod group, honestly,
you like a band, wee Rab looking serious but cool!! Classic photo!