discreet Posted September 18, 2015 Posted September 18, 2015 [quote name='lowdown' timestamp='1442601191' post='2868199'] Don't you ever go home? [/quote] This is my home now. Quote
spectoremg Posted September 18, 2015 Author Posted September 18, 2015 [quote name='KevB' timestamp='1442586484' post='2868027'] It's about time they had some Prog act on it. The genre has seen a real resurgence over the last 10-15 years but it's never really been represented on the show. Spock's Beard will be touring whilst the current series is running, it would be refreshing to see them get a slot. But we'll get some pretty female rapper. Again. Probably. [/quote]+1. Now you've said it I've realised how 'safe' the acts are. And of course the ones who work cheap. Quote
skidder652003 Posted September 18, 2015 Posted September 18, 2015 Maccabees and Richard Thompson next Tuesday, reckon thats worth a look. Quote
KevB Posted September 18, 2015 Posted September 18, 2015 [quote name='PaulWarning' timestamp='1442596789' post='2868152'] by having established acts on it boosts viewing figures achieving 2 things, it keeps the programme from being cancelled and the up and coming acts get more exposure [/quote] Fair enough. Now get thee hence to the Greyhound and get sound checking Good to meet up mate. Quote
chris_b Posted September 18, 2015 Posted September 18, 2015 [quote name='spectoremg' timestamp='1442604126' post='2868230'] And of course the ones who work cheap. [/quote] The BBC pays the same for everyone. Quote
PaulWarning Posted September 19, 2015 Posted September 19, 2015 [quote name='KevB' timestamp='1442607056' post='2868264'] Fair enough. Now get thee hence to the Greyhound and get sound checking Good to meet up mate. [/quote]yeah, thanks for introducing yourself, felt a little bit bad about my good luck with the new band Quote
spectoremg Posted September 19, 2015 Author Posted September 19, 2015 [quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1442619147' post='2868332'] The BBC pays the same for everyone. [/quote]So they're paying peanuts then? Quote
chris_b Posted September 19, 2015 Posted September 19, 2015 Not really. A few years ago I got £80 for 3 numbers on the Paul Jones R2 show. Then that was the standard rate, and I guess it was negotiated with the MU. I don't know if TV has a different rate, but I guess that with the coverage that the Beeb provides most bands would agree that the exposure is worth it. Quote
mentalextra Posted September 19, 2015 Posted September 19, 2015 [quote name='Phil Adams' timestamp='1442592934' post='2868102'] I fast forwarded through it, I though Squeeze were brilliant. Wanted to watch R L Jones, but couldn't stomach it. [/quote] I like squeeze too. I'm all for seeing music on TV but at least with OGWT you didnt have to listen to the BS. Sadly, I find Jools a struggle to watch. All those chats with musos that are desperately trying to be 'cool' and cultured but are pretentious just make me cringe. And sorry but Danny Baker makes me vomit Quote
PaulWarning Posted September 19, 2015 Posted September 19, 2015 [quote name='mentalextra' timestamp='1442661988' post='2868571'] I like squeeze too. I'm all for seeing music on TV but at least with OGWT you didnt have to listen to the BS. Sadly, I find Jools a struggle to watch. All those chats with musos that are desperately trying to be 'cool' and cultured but are pretentious just make me cringe. And sorry but Danny Baker makes me vomit [/quote]which is why I record it and fast forward through the crap, it's the same with Match of the Day Quote
4-string-thing Posted September 19, 2015 Posted September 19, 2015 Richard Thompson is on next week and his new bass player, Davey Faragher is well worth a look! Quote
stevebasshead Posted September 20, 2015 Posted September 20, 2015 (edited) [quote name='PaulWarning' timestamp='1442596789' post='2868152'] by having established acts on it boosts viewing figures achieving 2 things, it keeps the programme from being cancelled and the up and coming acts get more exposure [/quote]Well, it would if people didn't fast forward through it lol! Edited September 20, 2015 by stevebasshead Quote
spectoremg Posted September 20, 2015 Author Posted September 20, 2015 [quote name='mentalextra' timestamp='1442661988' post='2868571'] I like squeeze too. I'm all for seeing music on TV but at least with OGWT you didnt have to listen to the BS. Sadly, I find Jools a struggle to watch. All those chats with musos that are desperately trying to be 'cool' and cultured but are pretentious just make me cringe. And sorry but Danny Baker makes me vomit [/quote]Didn't even see Danny Baker - was he on Friday's show? Was he plugging that dreadful sitcom about his teenage years. Squeeze did the equally dreadful theme tune on the Tuesday show. Quote
ubit Posted September 20, 2015 Posted September 20, 2015 Missed it, couldn't record as don't have a recorder yet. On the other hand, Coast were awesome! Quote
KevB Posted September 20, 2015 Posted September 20, 2015 Yes D Baker was on Friday, a bit pissed. I like the comedy and the theme, best tune Squeeze have done for ages (though they haven't formally released an album under that name for ages anyway ) Quote
Hobbayne Posted October 18, 2015 Posted October 18, 2015 (edited) [quote name='KevB' timestamp='1442768803' post='2869327'] Yes D Baker was on Friday, a bit pissed. I like the comedy and the theme, best tune Squeeze have done for ages (though they haven't formally released an album under that name for ages anyway ) [/quote] Their original drummer Gibson Lavis? Is now Jools own drummer. The new drummer is good though, although I must think it must have been quite a frosty show. Edited October 18, 2015 by Hobbayne Quote
Paddy515 Posted October 18, 2015 Posted October 18, 2015 (edited) The drummer in Squeeze is Simon Hanson. Originally from Lincolnshire, he and I played in a band together in 1979? called Delusion. He was 16 and I was 18. Since then he has gone on to make his living from session work etc. I on the the other hand haven't!! Paddy. Edited October 18, 2015 by Paddy515 Quote
Hobbayne Posted October 18, 2015 Posted October 18, 2015 [quote name='Paddy515' timestamp='1445205763' post='2889670'] The drummer in Squeeze is Simon Hanson. Originally from Lincolnshire, he and I played in a band together in 1979? called Delusion. He was 16 and I was 18. Since then he has gone on to make his living from session work etc. I on the the other hand haven't!! Paddy. [/quote] Crikey! Theres a claim to fame, Thanks mate. Quote
MWH Posted October 23, 2015 Posted October 23, 2015 Hi guys, I have loads of Jules's progs recorded, but the one I keep re - playing is from about 12 to 18 months ago subtitled "legends". It goes back years but has the quality of acts that your talking about, Steve Miller band, Macca, The Who, some of Pink Floyd, to name but a few across the board good players. Worth a watch with about a dozen acts on, maybe just my opinion. Quote
lowdown Posted October 23, 2015 Posted October 23, 2015 (edited) [quote name='MWH' timestamp='1445625873' post='2892998'] Hi guys, I have loads of Jules's progs recorded, but the one I keep re - playing is from about 12 to 18 months ago subtitled "legends". It goes back years but has the quality of acts that your talking about, Steve Miller band, Macca, The Who, some of Pink Floyd, to name but a few across the board good players. Worth a watch with about a dozen acts on, maybe just my opinion. �� [/quote] Also there was a show JH co hosted with David Sanborn in the late 80's, called 'Night Music'. It ran for two seasons, I am not sure how JH blagged his way onto it...Lol.. The quality of artists was top draw, drawn from various styles. Great house band that had Marcus Miller as MD. Defiantly worth checking out. On the right hand side of the YouTube page, there is a run down of all the episodes. Some stonking music from all genres. http://youtu.be/Vw3ZDAhSreA Edited October 23, 2015 by lowdown Quote
spectoremg Posted October 24, 2015 Author Posted October 24, 2015 [quote name='MWH' timestamp='1445625873' post='2892998'] Hi guys, I have loads of Jules's progs recorded, but the one I keep re - playing is from about 12 to 18 months ago subtitled "legends". It goes back years but has the quality of acts that your talking about, Steve Miller band, Macca, The Who, some of Pink Floyd, to name but a few across the board good players. Worth a watch with about a dozen acts on, maybe just my opinion. �� [/quote]Is that the one with The Specials doing Gangsters? Never was so much fun had by a band! Quote
MWH Posted October 24, 2015 Posted October 24, 2015 Yes, the Specials are there doing what they do best !, the bass is good on the Grace Jones song, '' drive up to my bumper b-a-b-y, in your long black limousine, Mmm Quote
KevB Posted October 25, 2015 Posted October 25, 2015 That's the shortest episode I've been through so far this series, fast forward button almost in meltdown. Quote
DorsetBlue Posted October 26, 2015 Posted October 26, 2015 [quote name='KevB' timestamp='1445779835' post='2894066'] That's the shortest episode I've been through so far this series, fast forward button almost in meltdown. [/quote] Last two have been like this for us....plus TFI Friday. Quote
KevB Posted October 26, 2015 Posted October 26, 2015 Not bothered even recording TFI Friday, it wasn't too bad back in the day but I don't want to see it done again. I don't mind Evans in small doses on the radio but I don't really want to look at him. Quote
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