Some great performances immortalized.
Ralphadeus. Music movies comics feature in this look at life from Somerset.
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Your Feet's Too Big - Fats Waller
Fats Waller - Wikipedia Our Dad was a fan. I have one compilation.
Published: 1936
Lyrics: Ada Benson Composed by: Fred Fisher Film Released: November 17, 1941
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
London Rocknroll March 1976
From THE GREATEST MARCH IN ROCK’N’ROLL HISTORY - Co-op Jive where there are photos
Mendip Lead Mining
Lead mining has been done on the Mendips. It was mined before the Romans came but Roman mining was more intense.
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Adge Cutler and the Wurzels - The Chewton Mendip Love-In 1969
Second track of side two of the "Carry On Cutler" LP album (1969)
Deer Leap by Bob Bruton Photography
This is a spot on the Mendips overlooking Somerset. Near Priddy. Called deer leap as there was a ditch there to prevent deer leaving the Royal Forest. There are two standing stones nearby.
BO DIDDLEY - "SHE'S FINE, SHE'S MINE" [Checker 819] 1955
Billy Boy Arnold plays harmonica on Bo Diddley's song "She's Fine, She's Mine." This collaboration is part of the song "Diddley Daddy," which was released in 1955.
Dawn Penn - You Don't Love Me (No, No, No) - Top Of The Pops - Thursday 9th June 1994
You Don't Love Me (No, No, No) - Wikipedia Bo Diddley got a co-credit for the writing.
Morecambe and Wise Star in 1966 Comedy - That Riviera Touch
Morecambe and Wise are restored in HD for the first time! Two traffic wardens in need of a holiday set off for France, but find themselves involved in a plot.
Time's Up Buzzcocks LP
This is good. Early recordings by the Buzzcocks when Howard Devoto on vocals. This was originally a bootleg. Dates from 1976.
Sylvain Sylvain & The Criminal$- "Teenage News" (1978)
I bought most of the Dolls solo stuff. This composition was originally for the Dolls.
Shallots
Susan has had a bumper crop of shallots from her allotment. She just bought some from the supermarket and planted them. They will become pickled onions. We have been saving jars. Hopefully be Christmas presents to friends and family.
The Saints - (I'm) Stranded 1976
(I'm) Stranded (song) - Wikipedia
"(I'm) Stranded" is the debut single released by Australian punk rock band the Saints.[2][3] Issued in September 1976, it has been cited as "one of the iconic singles of the era",[4] and pre-dated vinyl debuts by contemporary punk acts such as the Sex Pistols, Buzzcocks, The Damned and The Clash.[2][3][5]
Schleich Wolverine
Eldest got me this. A model Wolverine. 15 years ago. Still have it, along with a cuddly soft toy one. When your kid is in toy retail.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
BUNKER HILL - Red Ridin' Hood and the Wolf [Mala #457] 1962
There are a lot of songs around Red Riding Hood but this has to be the best. Bunker Hill (musician) - Wikipedia
The Rolling Stones - Fool To Cry (1976)
I have memories of slow dancing to this one back then. Fool to Cry - Wikipedia
Sade - Never As Good As The First Time - Official - 1986
I wasn't a fan back in the day but now quite like her style. Sade (singer) - Wikipedia
JB Lenoir - Mama Your Daughter Is Going To Miss Me
1955. This is a cracker. J. B. Lenoir - Wikipedia
Monday, July 20, 2026
Joyride Roxette 1991
Joyride (Roxette song) - Wikipedia
I liked this. Kind of crazy but fun.
She has a train going downtown
She's got a club on the moon
And she's telling all her secrets
In a wonderful balloon
She's the heart of the funfair
She's got me whistling a private tune
The Count Bishops – Speedball Plus 11 1995 Full Album Comp
50 years ago I was into this band. Never saw them. Loved the Speedball ep. I suppose it was what I wanted our Frome RnB band to sound like.
The Lurkers Live Birmingham England 1978 I don't need to tell her
From Revolver a tv show. We saw them about this time in Bath.
YOUNG JESSIE - Hit, Git And Split [Modern #1002] 1956
Mickey Baker on guitar. Young Jessie - Wikipedia
Sunday, July 19, 2026
West Side Story - Jet Song (1961)
My Dad was a fan of this musical. I liked it. West Side Story (1961 film) - Wikipedia
Saturday, July 18, 2026
The KLF - Last Train To Trancentral (Live From The Lost Continent) (Official Video) 1991
Saturday night selection. This we loved - the whole family and we went to a festival as we had heard rumours they were playing but no. Last Train to Trancentral - Wikipedia
TWIGGY - Official Trailer (2026) Documentary
TWIGGY traces the extraordinary rise of the legendary British supermodel, who went from a working-class London teenager to one of the defining faces of the 1960s and an enduring fashion and cultural icon.
Blues book
Ralph in 2010
Here is me in 2010 which was my 50th and Howlin' Wolf's 100th. We share the same birthday 10th June.
Womack & Womack - Teardrops 1988
Teardrops (Womack & Womack song) - Wikipedia
For some reason I had this in my head this morning - particularly the footsteps on the dancefloor line. Must have heard it on the radio.
Billy Boy Arnold -- More Blues On The South Side * 1965
Tracklist:
01. School Time 02. Goin' By The River 03. You Don't Love Me No More 04. You're My Girl 05. Oh Baby 06. Evaleena 07. I Love Only You 08. Two Drinks Of Wine 09. I'll Forget About You 10. Billy Boy's Blues 11. You Better Cut That Out 12. Get Out Of Here 13. Playing With The Blues Drums – Junior Blackman Electric Bass – Jerome Arnold Guitar – Mighty Joe Young Piano – Lafayette Leake Vocals, Harmonica – Billy Boy Arnold
Adam & the Ants, pop stardom and Marco Pirroni’s brief spell in the spotlight
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro 01:11 - Music playing in the family home: I Wish I Was A Spaceman 04:01 - 100 Club, 1976 08:20 - The SEX jukebox 11:38 - Meeting Adam Ant 16:56 - Kings of the Wild Frontier 19:22 - Clothes 21:20 - Ten months in the sun 25:05 - A challenge by Rolf Harris 29:06 - Brian Setzer's guitar 33:58 - The end of the AntsOrder ‘Your Money Or Your Life’ here: https://tr.ee/P2_qxNZ6jC
Friday, July 17, 2026
Desert Boot
I like these. Clarks had a factory in Radstock and a factory seconds shop. My Auntie June worked there.
Chukka boot - Wikipedia A desert boot is a chukka boot with crepe rubber soles and, typically, suede uppers. Desert boots were popularized in the 1950s by UK shoe company C. & J. Clark.[11]
Desert boots were officially introduced to the world with the debut of the Clarks' Desert Boot at the 1949 Chicago Shoe Fair.[citation needed] After feature coverage in Esquire magazine, their popularity took off. According to Clarks, inspiration came from "the crepe-soled, rough suede boots made in Cairo's Khan el-Khalili bazaar for British Eighth Army officers."[citation needed]
The Fall - White Lightning MTV Promo
For #FallFriday. Originally written by the Big Bopper. GEORGE JONES WHITE LIGHTNING 59 - YouTube
The First Ever Episode! | Casualty 1986
This medical drama series was filmed in Bristol so friends and neighbours were often extras. Brenda Fricker who sadly died today was in it. Casualty (TV series) - Wikipedia
Cannon's Jug Stompers Pretty Mama Blues (1929)
The legendary Noah Lewis on harp and vocals. Noah Lewis (musician) - Wikipedia
I had this song as a teen on this album Travellin' This Lonesome Road – Vinyl (LP, Compilation, Mono), 1970 [r4743751] | Discogs
PJ Harvey - Dress 1991
Dress (PJ Harvey song) - Wikipedia Recorded Yeovil Somerset.
The music video for "Dress" was directed by Harvey's friend Maria Mochnacz, who would direct numerous videos for Harvey and design album and single art for her later in her career. It was the first video Mochnacz ever shot and as she and Harvey were short on money they could only afford to buy and process 12 minutes of film. As a result of this, some parts of the video are repeated and played backwards. The video was shot in black and white on a 16mm Bolex Camera in a circus school in Bristol called 'Fooltime', and consists of Harvey lying on the floor as a giant ballerina stencil is assembled in stop motion around her, as well as Harvey spinning in a dress and a body double swinging from a trapeze.[5]
Fergie - Glamorous Official Music Video 2007
When our eldest lived at home she would watch music tv and this is a typical song that was on. I kind of liked it but know with nostalgia it is better. Glamorous (song) - Wikipedia
Serge Gainsbourg - Requiem Pour Un Con 1968
One of my favourites. Scene from Georges Lautner's film Le Pacha, 1968. Serge Gainsbourg - Wikipedia
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Fleetwood Mac - Looking for somebody 1968
My favourite Fleetwood Mac song. I like it's originality and good grooves. Fleetwood Mac (1968 album) - Wikipedia
Althea & Donna - "Uptown Top Ranking" 1978
So a lot of people associate Reggae with the sunshine. This is one of my top ten reggae tunes.
Goin' Down to Eli's 1956-1958
Looks a good comp. Cobra Records - Wikipedia
Goin' Down To Eli's - The Cobra & Abco Rhythm & Blues Anthology 1956-1958
The Uprising Trailer #1 (2026)
A new film set in the Peasants' Revolt. The Uprising (2026 film) - Wikipedia
Jackie Wilson - You’ve Got Me Walking (1972)
A great song and no mistake. 'I look in that mirror and what do I see? A lucky lucky man you'd better believe.'
GEN X - Dancing With Myself - Untouchables (Oxford Road Show) 13th March 1981 - GENERATION X
Thought they were a good pop band.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
The Lurkers - Shadow / Love Story
I asked Susan for punk singles where both sides are great. She chose this one for starters.
Win or Lose Lew Lewis Reformer 1979
Great song for the football. See him doing it live here win or lose lew lewis - YouTube
What we were doing in 1989
Reenacting the French Revolution and Napoleonic wars. This pic is from July 14. This is the town of Orchies which we helped them with festivities. Funny thing about this photo is just after a wedding party came out the building wondering what was going on. They were good natured about it.
Neneh Cherry Manchild 1989
We bought this. Always liked her voice from the Rip Rig and Panic/Float Up CP days so we were really pleased when she struck gold. Ralphadeus: Float Up CP Joy's Address 1984
A short video for the song "I" performed by Animals & Men. 2008
Short film made 18 years ago by Susan. Radstock has changed a lot since then. Susan wrote the lyrics to this on her 50th birthday. Download for free here Animals & Men - Where Are All Your Friends?
Sonny Boy Williamson II - Close to Me
This is a Willie Dixon composition I believe but good all the same.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Sonny Boy Williamson I - Polly Put Your Kettle On 1947
Apparently SBWI played amplified harp on stage but never recorded like that.
SCARS - "Adult/ery" b/w "Horrorshow" (HQ, HD, CD Audio, With Official Lyrics)
This is one of our favourite punk 45s. Both sides are fantastic. Scars (band) - Wikipedia
The Rolling Stones - You Know I'm No Good (Official Visualiser)
What do you think? I like the song and applaud this version. Doesn't really work with a bloke doing it. Original here
Monday, July 13, 2026
Sonny Boy Williamson II - Ninety Nine 1958
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Sonny Boy playing amplified harp. Sonny Boy Williamson II - Wikipedia
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