I Love to Boogie - Wikipedia 50 years old. I remember when this song was a hit I waas in Cornwall with my uncle working in the pub collecting and washing glasses. Another lad, a local boy who was a bit of a rocker also did it and he used tto bop to this so they would put it om the jukebox and he would would bop away clutching his tin tray.
Ralphadeus. Music movies comics feature in this look at life from Somerset.
Tuesday, November 03, 2026
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Howlin' Wolf - Wang Dang Doodle (1960)
Dave Kelly chose this on the radio last night. He played with the Wolf. Hear it on BBC Sounds. This has amazing guitar by Hubert Sumlin.
Cross Road Blues - Robert Johnson (1936)
Dave Kelly was the guest on the Blues Show on Radio 2 and he chose this one. Cross Road Blues - Wikipedia
Monday, November 02, 2026
Kristin Hersh - Your Ghost (Official Video)
Susan liked this.
'Your Ghost' was Kristin Hersh's debut solo single, taken from 'Hips and Makers' her 1994 solo album. Michael Stipe also features.
Shakin' Pyramids - Skin 'Em Up (1981) [Complete Album]
We bought this.
The Shakin' Pyramids were a Scottish rockabilly trio, part of the rockabilly revival of the late 1970's and early 1980's.
Skin 'Em Up by The Shakin' Pyramids was originally released on Virgin Records in 1981. There are some very good tracks on this album but the playing time of the album is not very long; about 24 minutes total playing time.
Denson winkle-picker shoes
From Lloyd Johnson's collection.
Ralphadeus: 'The Man with the Spiked toed shoes' The Terraplanes (Animals & Men) 1982
Jack Scott Leroy (1958)
Jack Scott (singer) - Wikipedia Our dog Leroy was named after this song. John Peel liked this one.
Sunday, November 01, 2026
Little Shop Of Horrors (1986) Official Trailer - Steve Martin, Bill Murray Comedy Musical HD
Our daughters like musical theatre. They didn't get it from us as neither Susan or myself like it but I think it all stems from this film which is nearly 40 years old. They loved it and watched it a lot (on VHS natch). Little Shop of Horrors (film) - Wikipedia. If you haven't seen it why not try it.
1974: Is Tourism Destroying Cornwall? | Man Alive | Voice of the People | BBC Archive
"Holidaymakers are money - there can never be too many of them." - Cornish hotelier.
"We're busy creating in Cornwall the conditions they are trying to get away from in Birmingham."-Cornish resident. The sinking pound and fuel surcharges mean fewer people going abroad, and the new motorway marching steadily westwards from Bristol makes Cornwall that much more accessible to weekenders from London and the Midlands. The result is ringing cash registers and prosperity for some. Others believe that Cornwall is being destroyed. Jack Pizzey and the Man Alive team have been listening to both sides of the argument in Cornwall - and to the views of the tourists themselves. In Penzance, Desmond Wilcox chairs a debate featuring politicians, hoteliers and residents as the people of Cornwall ask: how much tourism is too much?
Cramps anniversary
From Vengeance Records.
Today - November 1st 2026 is the 50th ANNIVERSARY of the FIRST EVER GIG by “Psychobilly Wildcats” THE CRAMPS!
On November 1st 1976: THE CRAMPS (Bryan Gregory, Poison Ivy Rorschach, Miriam Linna and Lux Interior) played their FIRST GIG EVER at CBGB New York City - opening for Miriam’s friends, The Dead Boys, as part of a “special showcase”.
Flyer artwork by Lux w/band photo by James Sliman; live photo from this gig - from HTMAM CD booklet.
Blue Suede Shoes Full Movie
This documentary shows the revival of British rock n' roll as it follows a weekend pilgrimage of Teddy Boys, Rockabilly Rebels and Rockers. Bands performing include Bill Haley and the Comets, Crazy Cavan & the Rhythm Rockers, Matchbox, Flying Saucers, Freddie Fingers Lee, Ray Campi and his Rockabilly Rebels.
Sunday Morning The Velvet Underground 1966
Sunday Morning (The Velvet Underground song) - Wikipedia Their second single December 66. Originally written for Nico to sing but she only does backing vocals.
Saturday, October 31, 2026
All Tomorrow's Parties (Alternate Single Voice Version)
All Tomorrow's Parties - Wikipedia
Inspiration for the song came from Reed's observation of Andy Warhol's clique—according to Reed, the song is "a very apt description of certain people at the Factory at the time. ... I watched Andy. I watched Andy wThe song was originally recorded with only one track of her vocals; they were later double-tracked fatching everybody. I would hear people say the most astonishing things, the craziest things, the funniest things, the saddest things."[2] In a 2006 interview, Reed's VU bandmate John Cale stated: "The song was about a girl called Darryl, a beautiful petite blonde with three kids, two of whom were taken away from her."[3] The song was Andy Warhol's favorite by The Velvet Underground.[4] The song was described as "avant-garde in the extreme" and as "one of the first pop songs to use prepared piano".[5]
The song was originally recorded with only one track of her vocals; they were later double-tracked for the final album version. Most versions of the album use this version of the song, though the initial 1987 CD release uses the original mix without the double-tracking.
All Tomorrow's Parties - The Velvet Underground & Nico Live 1966
All Tomorrow's Parties - Wikipedia This was their debut single. I am compiling my top ten 45s from 1966. Maybe you could create your own list.
Aurora Model Kits - Original Monsters
We had these. Our Mum worked for a company that distributed kits and anything damaged and unsaleable would come home so we would be occupied in the school holidays. Ace.
Sex Pistols on BBC's Nationwide 1976
Saturday Night Selection.
The Sex Pistols appearing on BBC's Nationwide in 1976. Featuring Anarchy in the UK and interviews with Johnny Rotten and Malcolm McLaren.
Malcolm McLaren - Boys Chorus 1984
'All work no joy makes Jack a dull boy'. Fans (album) - Wikipedia I liked this song - it resonated with me from my experiences at school. The whole album was pretty good.
Dinky Dublo
Dinky Toys - Wikipedia In November 1957, Meccano Ltd introduced the Dublo Dinky range of models in 1:76 OO scale, designed to be used with the Hornby railway system.[22] These were relatively cheap to produce – having a one-piece die-cast metal body, a base plate and or windows on some, and plastic wheels. They were able to compete in the small-scale toy car market which, at the time, was dominated by Lesney's Matchbox.[23]
There were a total 15 Dublo models, although with upgrades and modifications, there are possibly up to 42 variations (not including box variations) manufactured.[23] All models came boxed. There were no colour changes throughout the short life of Dublo.
A Brief History of Book Printing and Butler & Tanner
I worked there as did many people in Frome. My Dad worked there so I experienced it as a child going to the kids' Christmas Party or the swimming club. My Dad played table-tennis there and eventually started a social club with a bar and a pleasant ambience of chairs and a jukebox .Ralphadeus: The Terraplanes at the Caxton Club Frome 1983 We were both proof readers. My Uncle Arthur was a reader too so there were 3 of us in the department but that wasn't unusual at the time.
Gerald Franks Butler & Tanner Printing Works - Apprenticeship
This is interesting to us. We knew Gerald. I worked there as an apprentice. He was also a Special constable who you would see on Carnival night etc.
AMERICAN WEREWOLF in London - PUB Scene HD - BEST EDIT! - The Slaughtered Lamb
An amusing scene that explores an American's view of an English pub.
Bad Moon Rising - Creedence Clearwater Revival 1969
Bad Moon Rising - Wikipedia I mostly associate this song to the film American Werewolf in London.
Friday, October 30, 2026
10 great witch films (BFI)
Thanks to Steve for this.
From silent-era demons to modern folk-horror nightmares, witches have haunted cinema for well over a century. These 10 films chart the evolution of the screen witch, revealing how ideas about female power, fear and otherness have been transformed across cultures and generations.
The Fall Pumpkin Head Xscapes 1992
For FallFriday. Something for Halloween. The artist Pascal le Gras who did this artwork and many more for the Fall is my friend on Facebook. (4) Facebook
"Son Ar Chistr" Song of Cider- Breton Folk Song
Apparently the below song uses the melody from this a drinking song.
"Son ar chistr" ("The song of the cider" in the Breton language, "Ev Chistr ’ta Laou!" originally) is a traditional song of Brittany, written in 1929 by Jean Bernard and Jean-Marie Prima. The melody became known by the interpretation of the Breton singer Alan Stivell. Others famous songs will use the melody such as "Zeven dagen lang" or "Was wollen wir trinken".
Willie's Lady Martin Carthy. 1976
Susan picked me up a book called an Introduction to Celtic Mythology from our friendly neighbourhood charity shop and it talks about this song. I didn't know it but I found it. It deals with the concept of witchcraft. Willie's Lady - Wikipedia
Roky Erickson - The Evil One (Light In The Attic) [Full Album]
This is aa great album and full of songs that are suitable for Halloween.
Roky Erickson - The Evil One
Released 2013-09-06 on Light In The Attic 1. 00:00:00 Roky Erickson Two Headed Dog (Red Temple Prayer) 2. 00:03:17 Roky Erickson I Walked with a Zombie 3. 00:06:03 Roky Erickson Night of the Vampire 4. 00:10:20 Roky Erickson It's a Cold Night for Alligators 5. 00:13:21 Roky Erickson Mine Mine Mind 6. 00:15:53 Roky Erickson Sputnik 7. 00:20:25 Roky Erickson White Faces 8. 00:23:00 Roky Erickson I Think of Demons 9. 00:25:46 Roky Erickson Creature with the Atom Brain 10. 00:29:59 Roky Erickson The Wind and More 11. 00:33:59 Roky Erickson Don't Shake Me Lucifer 12. 00:36:51 Roky Erickson Bloody Hammer 13. 00:41:12 Roky Erickson Stand for the Fire Demon 14. 00:46:38 Roky Erickson Click Your Fingers 15. 00:49:12 Roky Erickson If You Have Ghosts Though it was produced at a time when Psychedelic Rock pioneer Roky Erickson was struggling to cope with drugs and life on the outside, he hit form on his first post Elevators album-proper, 1981's "The Evil One". Produced over a period of two years by Stu Cook, from Creedence Clearwater Revival, it's a masterful collection of songs about zombies, demons, vampires and, yes, even the "Creature With The Atom Brain". These tracks, inspired by schlock sci-fi and horror movies and colored by Roky's distinctive, high-pitched vocal and squealing guitar, are among the maverick performer's best.
The Cramps Garbage Man 1980
Songs the Lord Taught Us - Wikipedia I think this video was our first look at this band. We had heard them but this was on a VHS that Dave had got.
The Rattles - The Witch (1970)
I think this band were from Hamburg. I like it. The Rattles - Wikipedia
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Psychomania (1973) Thriller Full Movie
Trailer. This is a British film about a motorcycle gang that finds out how to cheat death and be reborn. It's not scary but it is a period piece. Psychomania - Wikipedia
The Rolling Stones - Sympathy For The Devil (Official Video) [4K]
Sympathy for the Devil - Wikipedia Never thought of this song as Halloweeny but they just spun it in a strand of spooky songs on Radio 2.
Cat People (1982) Theatrical Trailer
I quite liked this film. It's a remake but it isn't that similar to the original. Cat People (1982 film) - Wikipedia
Night of the Demon (1957)
Based on the book Casting the Runes - Wikipedia. An audiobook of this is here M.R. James - Casting the Runes read by Michael Hordern
Night of the Demon (1957)
For the spooky season. Not a big horror fan but I like this one. Atmospheric especially if you ignore the monster at the end. Night of the Demon - Wikipedia
Siouxsie And The Banshees - Hong Kong Garden (Official Music Video)
Punky night. We saw them at the time this single was riding high and after they played it Siouxsie said 'right you can all fuck off now' and to our amazement huge swathes of people left the venue. We were dumbfounded as they were only halfway through their set.
Adam Ant - Puss 'n Boots (Razzmatazz 1983)
Strip (Adam Ant album) - Wikipedia
Pussycat's going to London
Looking for love and for fame I wish somebody had told her City folks ain't the same Pussycat carries a postcard Won't the big city be nice That's the place with the action She's gonna have her a slice Pussycat, Pussycat where have you been? I've been to London, now I'm queen Sitting pretty, I don't wear suits And the mice all call me - Puss 'n Boots
L'Homme qui aimait les femmes (1977) Bande Annonce VF [HD]
The Man Who Loved Women (1977 film) - Wikipedia Another great Truffaut movie that I loved. Sorry no subtitles for this.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
The Groupies - Primitive (1966)
If I was to choose my 10 best songs of 1966 this would be in it. Alongside Shake Your Hips by Slim Harpo. What would you pick? Elevators?
La sirène du Mississipi (1969) trailer
Mississippi Mermaid - Wikipedia More Truffaut loveliness. I saw all these movies on BBC2 in the 70s.
Day for Night (1973) ORIGINAL TRAILER
Day for Night - Wikipedia Probably my favourite Truffaut movie. La nuit Americaine which refers to the lenses used to make films look like they are at night - Day for Night.
The Rolling Stones - Shake Your Hips | Montreux (1972)
Covering Slim Harpo's hit from 1966. Shake Your Hips - Wikipedia
Brix & The Extricated - Totally Wired (Live)
8 years ago. Our daughter is invited to dance on stage. This is Bristol.
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