Have I Got Issues For You...
Hey bloggers! Who fancies some clearing up then? Some washing up maybe? Little bit of taking out the bottles? Or some packing -up-the-gazebo perchance? Oh well. No reason you should really. It's that morning after when you're the only one up and a days worth of clearing up awaits. Better to write the blog for a while and see who else gets up I think.
The 21st went off well I think; speeches were made, loud (and horrid) music was played and all food was consumed with relish. And gusto. They then disappeared into the night only to return in the er, small hours. Gardening didn't need to be done at that time but it was kind of them to offer.
Apologies to Keane fans who were hoping for some live tunes- as were we! Then along came 'personal issues' and that was that. And what with the Stock, Aiken and Waterman gig being cancelled, it would seem only right to do songs of CANCELLATION, ABANDONMENT and UNDOING today. In your capable hands, it'll be a treat.
Also today comedian Marcus Brigstocke is in to talk Spamalot, the Monty Python show where he returns as King Arthur. He appears to be doing a job share with impressionist Jon Culshaw who is also King Arthur. I'm sure all will become clear after 6. Always assuming he doesn't develop 'personal issues' which can strike at any time.
Have a dependable and forthright Wednesday, see you after 5

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At 10:00 11th Jul 2012, Posh Soul Lady wrote:Good morning from The Shire :-)
FREDA PAYNE....BAND OF GOLD
THELMA HOUSTON...DON'T LEAVE ME TIS WAY
THE FOUR TOPS...YOU KEEP RUNNING AWAY
PSL xxx
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At 10:01 11th Jul 2012, Hoffs wrote:Morning! Us bloggers are good at clearing up after parties - you know you only have to ask Mr Mayo....
Can I suggest
ITS OVER - LEVEL 42
See you later x
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At 10:03 11th Jul 2012, Tartan Queen Shona wrote:Good Morning Simon and Poppeteers
Glad the party went well and all enjoyed themselves ;)
YOU LEFT ME JUST WHEN I NEEDED YOU MOST - RANDY VANWARMER
SYLVIA'S MOTHER - DR HOOK
HEARTBREAK HOTEL - ELVIS
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At 10:03 11th Jul 2012, Vildeen wrote:Good morning all
ALONE AGAIN - GILBERT O'SULLIVAN
LEAVING ON A JET PLANE - JOHN DENVER
WALK AWAY RENEE - FOUR TOPS
RUNAWAY - DEL SHANNON
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At 10:04 11th Jul 2012, Just Plain Alice wrote:MORNING ALL,
Apologoes for being shouty but...IT'S NOT RAINING, HURRAH!
Anyways, suggestion for today,
Don't leave me this way - The Communards
Back later if inspiration allows.
Have a good 'un
A.
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At 10:04 11th Jul 2012, WickedFairyFlo wrote:Morning Simon and Blogpoppets
Sounds like your #1 son's party went well last night... no time to help clearing up, as I have several cakes to make this morning!
DON'T LEAVE ME THIS WAY ~ Thelma Houston or The Communards
ON MY OWN ~ Patti LaBelle and Michael McDonald
WE'RE ALL ALONE ~ Rita Coolidge
ALL BY MYSELF ~ Eric Carmen
ALL ALONE AM I~ Brenda Lee
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At 10:06 11th Jul 2012, amelia wrote:Morning lovely people
Don't leave me this way - The Communards
Evening of Swing (Has Been Cancelled) - Half Man Half Biscuit
Love Me or Leave Me - Nina Simone
Don't Leave Me Alone With Her - Sparks
Abandon - That Petrol Emotion
Canceled Check - Beck
Where have all the good times gone - The Kinks
Gone - The Wedding Present
Brixton Leaves - Duke Special
If You Leave Me, (Pretty Mama) - Nick Drake
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At 10:07 11th Jul 2012, Molly Coddle wrote:Good morning Simon, DT team, and fellow blogsters,
Sounds like it was quite an evening, Simon. So you have been abandoned with the washing up? I can lend you some marigolds if you like!
Oldies suggestions:
Gone Gone Gone - Johnny Mathis
If You Leave - OMD
Over You - Roxy Music
Lonely Boy - Andrew Gold
I Will Survive - Gloria Gaynor
Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers
Leaving New York - R.E.M
madchick x
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At 10:08 11th Jul 2012, Our Zoe wrote:Good Morning All;
Not feeling very well this morning, so I'll be brief...
Glad you had a good time at 21 year old Mayo's birthday bash, Simon :)
I saw Spamalot on tour a couple of years ago, it wasn't Marcus Brigstocke as King Arthur though, he'd just finished his run in it. I found it very enjoyable though, a laugh from start to finish, and I would go again like a shot.
The Great Yorkshire Show has also had to be abandoned :( Haven't been for years, but they must be very disappointed.
Oldie suggestions...
DON'T LET ME DOWN - THE BEATLES
DON'T BRING ME DOWN - E.L.O
IT'S NOW OR NEVER - ELVIS PRESLEY
LOVE DON'T LIVE HERE ANYMORE - ROSE ROYCE
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At 10:08 11th Jul 2012, WickedFairyFlo wrote:ALONE ~ Heart
ONLY THE LONELY ~ Roy Orbsion
PRETEND YOU'RE ALONE ~ Keane ;o)
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At 10:08 11th Jul 2012, Just Plain Alice wrote:Don't go - Hothouse Flowers
A.
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At 10:10 11th Jul 2012, Tartan Queen Shona wrote:GOODBYE SAM, HELLO SAMANTHA - SIR CLIFF
24 HOURS FROM TULSA - GENE PITNEY
And the poor wee beastie who was abandoned from the Ark
THE UNICORN - THE BACHELORS
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At 10:11 11th Jul 2012, Jilly wrote:Good morning Simon, team and all hands to the pumps poppets!
Don't worry Simon, here you have one group of people who'll never abandon you, personal issues or not!
Some tunes for your consideration ...
IF YOU LEAVE ME NOW - CHICAGO
DON'T LEAVE ME THIS WAY - THE COMMUNARDS
SINCE YOU'VE BEEN GONE - RAINBOW
SHE'S GONE - HALL AND OATES
ALONE - HEART
ALREADY GONE - THE EAGLES
Have a good Wednesday my lovelies.
Jx
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At 10:11 11th Jul 2012, Posh Soul Lady wrote:LOVE...ALONE AGAIN,OR
THE FOUR TOPS....ASK THE LONELY
THREE DEGREES......WHEN WILL I SE YOU AGAIN
SOFT CELL.....TAINTED LOVE
GLORIA JONES....TAINTED LOVE
PSL xxx
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At 10:11 11th Jul 2012, WickedFairyFlo wrote:Zoe, as well as the Yorkshire show having been cancelled, so has Pete Waterman's Hit Factory show been halted because of the weather down in London!
https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2012/07/10/pete-waterman-hit-factory-live-concert-cancelled_n_1661414.html?utm_hp_ref=uk
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At 10:12 11th Jul 2012, Just Plain Alice wrote:Come back and stay - Paul Young
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At 10:12 11th Jul 2012, Tortie Cat wrote:Morning all
Glad that a good time was had by family/friends Mayo!
Perhaps someone should have been:
YOU WILL ALWAYS FIND ME IN THE KITCHEN AT PARTIES - Jona Lewie
Tortie x
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At 10:13 11th Jul 2012, Molly Coddle wrote:#12 Oh Shona!
'There were green alligators and long necked geese........', I shall have the chorus whizzing round my head all day now!
However, your Randy V W in #3 - good choice.
;-)
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At 10:15 11th Jul 2012, Tortie Cat wrote:#17 Sorry, just re-read and realise I'm talking about cleaning up and it's a different topic altogether!!
ALONE AGAIN - GILBERT O'SULLIVAN
Should be more appropriate!
T x
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At 10:16 11th Jul 2012, Molly Coddle wrote:Last one from me:
She's Leaving Home - Beatles
x
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At 10:18 11th Jul 2012, Posh Soul Lady wrote:DIANA ROSS & THE SUPREMES...MY WORLD IS EMPTY WITHOUT YOU
JIMMY RUFFIN...WHAT BECOMES OF THE BROKEN HEARTED
PSL xxx
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At 10:18 11th Jul 2012, Harry the Snapper wrote:Good morning everyone.
In the words of Creedence Clearwater Revival, Who'll Stop the Rain?
Be back later for chat and fun.
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At 10:19 11th Jul 2012, Our Zoe wrote:#15 Florence - Simon mentions that cancellation in today's blog, I think he also mentioned it on the show last night.
I read about the Great Yorkshire show being cancelled, yesterday on Twitter, rain has flooded the car parking areas, apparently.
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At 10:19 11th Jul 2012, ponyclubmum wrote:Band on the Run - Wings
Dont you forget about me- -Simple Minds
If you leave me now - Chicago
Should I stay or should I go - Clash
Leaving you now - Level 42
Slide Away - Oasis
Unfaithful - Rhianna
Walk on by - Dionne Warwick
Dont leave me this way - Commundards
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At 10:19 11th Jul 2012, Jilly wrote:#15 Florence, that is the gig Simon mentioned being cancelled up ^^^^ ;)
Howzabout ...
WHAT HAVE I DONE TO DESERVE THIS - PET SHOP BOYS AND DUSTY
DON'T WALK AWAY - ELO
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At 10:22 11th Jul 2012, Our Zoe wrote:WITHOUT YOU - NILSSON
Might fit today's theme, always a song that brings a tear to my eye, only his version though.
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At 10:23 11th Jul 2012, Scotch Get wrote:Why Don't I Run Away from You? - Kiki Dee
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At 10:24 11th Jul 2012, PhilMewis wrote:Morning,
It's over - Roy Orbison
50 ways to leave your lover - Simon & Garfunkel
I started something I couldn't finish - The Smiths
Always the last to know - Del Amitri
The great big no - The Lemonheads
Don't let me down, gently - The Wonderstuff
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At 10:25 11th Jul 2012, Katy Mac wrote:Hello Lord Ammo and Driveteam ..
"... and so, as the vanquished charwoman of time begins to Shake'N'Vac the shagpile of eternity ... "
ISIHAC Chester 1994
#Oldiestheme
GONE GONE GONE - ROBERT PLANT & ALISON WHATSIT
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At 10:27 11th Jul 2012, Scotch Get wrote:Walk Out Backwards - Teea Goans
Keep it Country!
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At 10:27 11th Jul 2012, Posh Soul Lady wrote:#12 #18
..."some humpty backed camels, and some chimpanzees...."
PSL ;-)
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At 10:30 11th Jul 2012, Just Plain Alice wrote:Stay - Maurice Williams and the Zodiacs
Run - Snow Patrol
Ain't no Sunshine - Various artists
A.
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At 10:30 11th Jul 2012, Our Zoe wrote:LET ME DOWN EASY - THE STRANGLERS
That's a pretty good tune.
THE SUN AIN'T GONNA SHINE ANYMORE or MAKE IT EASY ON YOURSELF - THE WALKER BROTHERS
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At 10:33 11th Jul 2012, John B Good wrote:Morning Simon, team, NYM, and helpful bloggers,
What a shame they didn't show up. Have I mentioned before on the blog that I saw them playing recently? (Oh, and Tom's uncle used to be the headmaster at my sons' school - he starting to look just a little bit similar...)
Glad the party went well. Who knows who will emerge from upstairs during the course of the day.
And so to the toons. Abandoned oldies makes me think of lost-looking grannies wandering up and down Eastbourne seafront, which is not quite the same thing.
But I digress..
CHANGES - David Bowie
EVERYTHING CHANGES BUT YOU - TT (Waaaaahhhh!)
ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST - Queen
SITTING WAITING WISHING - Jack Johnson
WISHIN' AND HOPIN' - Dusty Springfield
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At 10:35 11th Jul 2012, Katy Mac wrote:*TORCH RELAY*
Day 54 and the 'Lympic Torch begins its day by the Thames in READING and then travels through NEWBURY, BASINGSTOKE AND WINCHESTER before arriving in SALISBURY early evening. Rosty is probably quite relieved to hand it over to one of Terry's OG's and occasional Mayoblogger:
MALCOLM POWDER
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At 10:37 11th Jul 2012, Vildeen wrote:MOONLIGHTING - LEO SAYER
COME BACK AND FINISH WHAT YOU STARTED - GLADYS KNIGHT
I STARTED SOMETHING I COULDNT FINISH - THE SMITHS
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At 10:42 11th Jul 2012, Our Zoe wrote:Here's Den of Geek's interview with Simon, about Itch and more for those who haven't seen it...
https://www.denofgeek.com/books-comics/simon-mayo-itch-wittertainment-melchester-rovers-interview-simon-brew/21944/simon-mayo-interview-itch-wittertainment-and-melchester-rovers
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At 10:43 11th Jul 2012, John B Good wrote:YOU KEEP ME HANGIN' ON - The Supremes
IT AIN'T OVER TIL IT'S OVER - Lenny Kravitz
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At 10:44 11th Jul 2012, Tartan Queen Shona wrote:#18 #31 Some cats and rats and elephants
Weather is so bad here, it made me think of building an Ark - hence the Unicorn song choice ;0)
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At 10:45 11th Jul 2012, NicRolastic wrote:Simon,
For my James suggestions today;
Ten Below (Great song about when Tim Booth was at boarding school)
Out to get You
Nic
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At 10:50 11th Jul 2012, Scotch Get wrote:#39
Shona_w,
Here is the original!
:o)
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At 10:51 11th Jul 2012, Sharon wrote:Morning All,
#5 Fair Weather Alice - nice shout out, its not raining here either!
Simon & family, friends & hangers on, glad the party went with a swing and much fun was had by all.
#34 John B Better, What I always think is funny are the clothes & shoes that are left behind when all the people have gone and the tidying-up from the party is finished.
Meanwhile, will give the tunes much thought & deliberation.
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At 10:53 11th Jul 2012, Just Plain Alice wrote:Unfinished Sympathy - Massive Attack
No Tomorrow - Orson
She's not here - Santana
With or without You - The mighty U2
A.
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At 10:55 11th Jul 2012, Mandy wrote:Hi Simon and everyone
Glad the 21st went off well.
Yeah, i'll do your clearing up...better than sorting out clients accounts that have just come in to discuss them with the partner and what a mess they were too, due to incompetent bookkeepers!
Yay! happy bunny again now that Blockbusters is on series link, my mate hard drived it and lucky he series linked the repeat at 4pm so I caught Paul Daniels ( yep, agreed he and Debbie were terrible!)
Now for choons:
1. COME UNDONE - Robbie Williams
2. STOP! - Sam Brown
3. STOP! - Spice Girls
4. STRANDED - Lutricia McNeal
5. ITS OVER - Roy Orbison
6. ITS NOW OR NEVER - Elvis
7. CHANGE - Tears For Fears
8.EVERYTHING CHANGES - Take That
9. LEAVING YOU NOW - Level 42
10. 50 WAYS TO LEAVE YOUR LOVER - Paul simon
Oh well better crack on.
Keep your chin up Lilac Blue :)
Have a nice day
Laters
Mandy ;)
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At 11:01 11th Jul 2012, Sharon wrote:CAN'T STAND LOSING YOU - THE POLICE
SO LONELY - THE POLICE
MS OTIS REGRETS - ELLA FITZGERALD OR NAT KING COLE
SEVEN ROOMS OF GLOOM - FOUR TOPS
STANDING IN THE SHADOWS OF LOVE - FOUR TOPS.
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At 11:03 11th Jul 2012, perfect_circle wrote:Morning all!
As I survey the mess in my apartment (caused by my desire to chuck out/recycle/give to charity all the stuff I no longer need), I find myself feeling sorry for Simon. I, too, have clearing up to do that will take a few days, and I don't even have the excuse of a 21st party...
Before I even get to today's cleaning/clearing up, I have to face shopping and a rare visit to my bank. So I'd better get on with it...
Song ideas...
THE SOUND OF SILENCE - SIMON AND GARFUNKEL
ARE YOU LONESOME TONIGHT? - ELVIS PRESLEY
HANGING ON THE TELEPHONE - BLONDIE
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At 11:03 11th Jul 2012, Johno wrote:how about
I Useta Lover by the Saw Doctors
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtAxF3BQFRg
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At 11:08 11th Jul 2012, PeteTheSpider wrote:Glad the party went well, no such excitement here but there still seems to be very little carpet visible this morning. Still, tune choosing:
All cried out - Alison Moyet
Ain't nobody home - B. B. King
Sleep alone - Bat for Lashes
Missing you - Christy Moore
Missing - Everything but the girl (personally I prefer the Amplified Heart album version, but always a great tune)
Without you - Nilsson
Where have all the cowboys gone - Paula Cole
Please don't leave me - Pink
Losing my religion - R.E.M.
Losing it - Rush
I still haven't found what I'm looking for - U2
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At 11:12 11th Jul 2012, Tartan Queen Shona wrote:#41 Thanks for that Scotchgit. I'd not heard that version before and thought it was really good.
I have a crisis to sort so I may be some time;(
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At 11:12 11th Jul 2012, coffeeBuzz wrote:Good morning, everyone!
#oldiestheme
LOSER - BECK
LEFT TO MY OWN DEVICES - PET SHOP BOYS
SPACE ODDITY - DAVID BOWIE
Back for the craic later on.
Off to the coffee machine in the meantime...
--
cBzz
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At 11:13 11th Jul 2012, Esther wrote:Every Day Hurts by Sad Cafe
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At 11:17 11th Jul 2012, Paul of Sheffield wrote:Good Morning Each! I was pleased to note that the party food was consumed with relish. Hendersons, I trust? Can't beat a spot of Hendo's.
Choons...
'If It Doesn't Come Naturally, Leave It' by Al Stewart
'Give It Up' by KC And The Sunshine Band
'She's Not There' by The Zombies
'Quite Disappointing' by 999
'Don't Leave Me This Way' by The Communards
'Don't Leave Me Now' by Pink Floyd
'Evening Of Swing (Has Been Cancelled) by Half Man Half Biscuit
or, for an even better song about the feeling of abandonment...
' For What Is Chatteris...' by Half Man Half Biscuit
Go on Simon, you know you want to.
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At 11:19 11th Jul 2012, Just Plain Alice wrote:Well, you don't hear from me for yonks and then you can't keep me away, lol
Walk away - Cast
There she goes - The La's
Forever Lost - The Magic Numbers
A.
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At 11:26 11th Jul 2012, Jeffrey in Maidenhead wrote:My relief at passing the torch is palpable Katy...
My suggestion today is:
COME BACK AND FINSIH WHAT YOU STARTED - Gladys Knight & The Pips
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At 11:35 11th Jul 2012, Nadine wrote:Morning all
My solitary selections:
'Walking After Midnight' - Patsy Cline
(pretty please! Or can you stick it on the list for the country show stopper some time?)
'What Becomes Of The Broken Hearted' - Jimmy Ruffin
'Can't Get Used To Losing You' - The Beat
'Missing' - Everything But The Girl
'High and Dry' - Radiohead
'When Will I See You Again?' - The Three Degrees
'Lucille' - Kenny Rogers
Laters
N xx
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At 11:39 11th Jul 2012, amelia wrote:#37 Zoe - Thanks for the link, good interview. I loved Itch; I read it and listened to it. I never especially thought of it as book just for children, it is a great story regardless how old the main characters are. Still think Mr Mayo should have read the audio book, if DrK can do it …
Just reading about Mr Moyles leaving, quote from the BBC1 controller saying that he was the most successful R1 breakfast show host. I thought Simon had far more listeners? Don’t think the new guy will tear me away from R4 in the morning.
High and Dry - Radiohead
Tired of Being Alone – Texas
Go It Alone – Beck
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At 11:46 11th Jul 2012, Tim Taylor wrote:She's Gone - Hall & Oates
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At 11:55 11th Jul 2012, NicRolastic wrote:Simon,
The Beatles - Eleanor Rigby.
Yes, I know, it's not a James song ;-)
Nic
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At 12:01 11th Jul 2012, Nadine wrote:Ooh, yes, also:
'Labelled With Love' - Squeeze
Although it always brings a tear to my eye, this one.
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At 12:05 11th Jul 2012, John B Good wrote:ALL REVVED UP WITH NO PLACE TO GO - Meatloaf
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At 12:08 11th Jul 2012, amelia wrote:#55 Lady_C - snap on Radiohead - have they EVER been played on daytime R2? There is just something about Thom’s voice I find irresistible.
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At 12:11 11th Jul 2012, Fiona H wrote:Morning, a lovely triplet
Del Amitri - Nothing ever happens
Del Amitri - Always the last to know
Del Amitri - Kiss this thing goodbye
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At 12:12 11th Jul 2012, Vildeen wrote:NO MILK TODAY - HERMANS HERMITS
EXODUS - BOB MARLEY
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At 12:18 11th Jul 2012, lord gazza wrote:hi all
END OF THE ROAD-BOYS TO MEN
deebee enjoy queen tonight
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At 12:20 11th Jul 2012, Ste Ledwith wrote:how about caught out there by kelis
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At 12:22 11th Jul 2012, WickedFairyFlo wrote:OK Jilly and Zoe... like some people, I have a quick look of the blog and apologies to you both for not having read it properly before posting about Pete Waterman's gig... which he could hold here... because surprise surprise... it's sunny again today!!
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At 12:27 11th Jul 2012, WickedFairyFlo wrote:Jilly and Zoe, I've only just had time to thoroughly read the blog as I've been busy making and decorating cakes all morning, so only had a quick flick through when it first appeared, to see what today's theme is... and I know Deebee and a couple of other busy people do the same and go back for a proper read when they have time!
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At 12:30 11th Jul 2012, Parsley_Cat wrote:#166 from last blog - Lady_S - thank you once again. Are menshes like buses ? You go ages without anything and then two turn up one after the other. I did manage to hear this one, at least.
I won't offer any choon for today - I can't face the slightest chance of being named again. That would be too embarrassing.
For those going to see Queen, I can say I saw them at Preston Guildhall in Dec 1975 when Bohemian Rhapsody was No 1. Outstanding. No one could ever replace Freddie Mercury, but Paul Rodgers would have done a great job while being himself. I also saw Bad Company at the same venue on their inaugural UK tour. Manchester is as near as anyone worth seeing gets nowadays.
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At 12:31 11th Jul 2012, Lady_Stormrider wrote:Afternoon all from a soggy Horsforth - #9 & #23 my summer job helper didn't materialise - choosing to work the car park in the GYS instead. Oh dear. I could have introduced an innocent mind to the joys of stamping bits of paper....
I would like to propose
ELO - It's over
And to second Esther (hello there!) on her choice of Sad Café
An excellent live band whose lead singer left us eleven years ago this month.
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At 12:37 11th Jul 2012, Bertie - brother of Baxter wrote:Hello all... I don't think anyone has suggested
I DON'T WANT TO SPOIL THE PARTY (SO I'LL GO) - The Beatles
Tortie Cat suggested Jona Lewie's "You'll Always Find Me in the Kitchen at Parties" above. I used to work in music publishing (as previously mentioned) and the odd groover or rocker used to attend our parties or book launches, always held at the office. Each floor had it's own kitchen for the staff who worked there, and..... you know what's coming.... at one such event I did indeed meet Jona Lewie, and it was indeed in the kitchen that we met. Suggested his song had more truth in it than novelty!
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At 12:40 11th Jul 2012, Jilly wrote:#66 No need to apologise Florence, I was just pointing it out in case you'd missed it.
#49 I hope the crisis isn't serious Shona and is quickly sorted.
We're having bursts of heavy rain followed by some brief blue, sunny bits. I am keeping my fingets crossed that I time the dog walk right.
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At 12:41 11th Jul 2012, Bertie - brother of Baxter wrote:#68 - PC... re the above, used to work in music publishing etc. One of my friends had been editor of Melody Maker in New York, and remains a bit of a rock journo legend. I once asked him who the most objectionable rocker he had ever interviewed was. Who was the most nasty? He thought for a minute, and then with absolute certainty, declared "Paul Rogers". I could explain further, but might get modded. Let's just say he didn't like him very much!
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At 12:48 11th Jul 2012, Queen_Autumn wrote:Afternoon all. Glad to hear the celebrations went well Simon.
Shona - I hope all's OK. Did you make it to the vet with Jimmy alright?
Trying to get organised for holidays; been waxed and plucked (ooor err) so need to iron now.
Back shortly....
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At 12:50 11th Jul 2012, Just Plain Alice wrote:Helloooooo BandB
How the devil are you?
A.
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At 12:53 11th Jul 2012, Our Zoe wrote:#56 amelia - Glad you like the interview :) I think Simon said on Twitter, that his breakfast audience over on Radio 1, was in the region of 11 million listeners, so better than Moyles, and Chris Evans, come to that! Mind you, radio figures of today, are probably subject to the same provisos as TV figures, i.e it's a different environment now for the consumer, with the internet etc. So I'm sure industry folk would say that it isn't a like for like comparison.
#66 & #67 Fair enough, and no apology needed. I usually always read Simon's blog first, before I jump in, but each to their own.
I'm not up to doing anything today, I started with a sore throat and snuffles last night, and I feel dreadful now :( Hot lemon and honey, and a rest is the order of the day, I think.
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At 12:59 11th Jul 2012, Parsley_Cat wrote:#72 - interesting to hear. Still has a great voice. I suspect there are many celebrities of this ilk that we would find were not as we would like them to be if we ever met them. Partly the individual and partly the environment in which they exist. Not our 'normal' world at all.
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At 13:00 11th Jul 2012, Harry the Snapper wrote:#73 Autumn, "waxed and plucked ........ so need to iron now"? Can't you just use face cream?
;0)
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At 13:12 11th Jul 2012, Bertie - brother of Baxter wrote:#76 - PC - absolutely! Rogers had (maybe still has) the most wonderful voice, and Free had a wonderful feel to them. Amazing, because they were only about eight years old when they made their first records! I can't imagine One Direction ever coming up with My Brother Jake, but they weren't far off being about the same age. Even Feel Like Making Love era Bad Company were great. Actually, he tried to chat up Mrs B&B on a beach in St Tropez when she was about 16... I'd forgotten that! Well, I say "tried to"... he DID chat up Mrs B&B and her friend, but he failed to get anywhere with them. She must have been saving herself for me!
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At 13:18 11th Jul 2012, Bertie - brother of Baxter wrote:#74 - Alice! - I'm good thanks. Doing my best, you know. How are you?
#77 - Harry....steady on!
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At 13:36 11th Jul 2012, Harry the Snapper wrote:#79 B&B, I was just a little concerned at the thought of Autumn, with her head on the ironing board, trying to remove that last little laughter line :0D
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At 13:36 11th Jul 2012, Deebee wrote:Hey Simon!
Glad the party went well, and no damage was done (apart from possibly to the garden...?)
Meeting was boring... at one point I found myself wondering what was going on on the blog, and what today's theme was... You can tell I'm focussed on my job.
;o)
Too late for choon choosing but can I second Hoff's excellent Level 42 suggestion #2
#13 Very well put, Jilly!
#56 #75 Amelia and Zoe, we know who the best Radio 1 breakfast show presenter was...
#73 #77 LOL!
~X~
;o)
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At 13:39 11th Jul 2012, Tartan Queen Shona wrote:*sweeps off naughty step for Harry*
#71 #73 Crisis over. Newbees Grrrr. Rather enjoyed driving the big old van to pick up Jimmy yesterday despite all the show case renewable energies stuff in the back rattling round.
#75 Snuggle in Zoe and keep warm. X
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At 13:40 11th Jul 2012, Bertie - brother of Baxter wrote:I forgot to say - as Simon has asked us for a bit of help tidying up, I'm happy to dust and polish around the lounge, and "run over the kitchen surfaces with a damp cloth". Anyone else available?
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At 13:41 11th Jul 2012, Harry the Snapper wrote:#81 Deebee, "#56 #75 Amelia and Zoe, we know who the best Radio 1 breakfast show presenter was..."? Tony Blackburn? ;0)
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At 13:46 11th Jul 2012, Deebee wrote:#84 Of course Harry! Why, who did you think I meant...?
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Meant to say earlier, I notice there's some newbies around. Won't mention names in case I leave anyone out, but welcome all!
And get well soon to Zoe.
~X~
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At 13:47 11th Jul 2012, amelia wrote:#81 Deebee Indeed but I must confess I barely knew Noisy Ammo existed until his Radio 5 days!
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At 13:50 11th Jul 2012, Tartan Queen Shona wrote:#84 Harry, are you dissin' my Tony?
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At 13:57 11th Jul 2012, Bertie - brother of Baxter wrote:#87 Shona - I believe the correct expression is "Harry, IS you dissin' my Tony".
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At 14:00 11th Jul 2012, Tartan Queen Shona wrote:#87 #88 Well, IS you or ISN'T you ?
(Thanks Bertie)
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At 14:07 11th Jul 2012, Hoffs wrote:Afternoon all!
Have not read back yet - hoping to do so soon - just off out to take the bigger Hoffs boys to find an Olympic torch as they have yet to see it.
I know that 3 worders aren't picked up from the blog but just wanted to say that mine would be:
FISHERMEN'S FRIENDS DISAPPOINTMENT
Most years, the Hoffs family team up with Granny and SF Hoffs to go to Cornwall. When we go, the finale of the week is on a Friday evening, sitting on the Platt in Port Isaac, listening to the Fishermen's Friends singing live. We have, really sadly, discovered that for the first time in many years, they aren't going to be able to do it next Friday when we are there because of an unusually high tide. Obviously nothing they can do about it, but cue much disappointment amongst the Hoffs family. Hey ho. Will just have to play the CD in the car instead!
Otherwise, just wanted to wish you all a great summer - I am backing away from the blog now as obviously I need to be with the Hoffs boys for their summer holiday. I will lurk when possible and if the theme is an easy one, we might all club together in this family and come up with some suggestions. I hope that you all stay safe, that Lilac Blue in particular continues to recover and look forward hopefully to seeing you all again later in the year. Thanks for your friendship over the last few months, and particularly during the depths of winter, when our time away with my parents next week looked like it would never happen.
See you in September x
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At 14:08 11th Jul 2012, Harry the Snapper wrote:#87 Shona, dissin'? I was only questioning whether he was a contender for the best Radio 1 breakfast show presenter.
Just had a look at the list on wikiwotsit:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radio_1_Breakfast_Show_presenters
Looks like Chris Moyles has been doing it for a while. Am I the only one who has never heard of Nick Grimshaw?
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At 14:09 11th Jul 2012, Posh Soul Lady wrote:#61 yes, I'm a fan too and had 'no surprises' can't remember the theme now.
I see Harry is pushing the boundaries....no front row on the carpet for you today at story time!
PSL
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At 14:10 11th Jul 2012, Hoffs wrote:Ps. Oh, and that everything has gone well for JennieW today x
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At 14:13 11th Jul 2012, Bertie - brother of Baxter wrote:#90 - Hoffs - have a good summer. I was a regular blogger who had to withdraw, and can only come back (as now) when Sir Come-stances allow. So all the best, and look forward to seeing you back soon.
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At 14:14 11th Jul 2012, Posh Soul Lady wrote:#91 Harry you're not alone I tweeted the very same thing this morning..."fully paid up member of the Radio2 listeners club!"
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At 14:14 11th Jul 2012, Tartan Queen Shona wrote:#91 Harry, is Nick Grimshaw not Jason's long lost brother?
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At 14:16 11th Jul 2012, Bertie - brother of Baxter wrote:Nick Grimshaw, according to the website of a famous daily newspaper, walks out occasionally with Pixie (or is it Troll?) Geldof. And apparently he is some sort of DJ, but that bit passed me by too.
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At 14:17 11th Jul 2012, Tartan Queen Shona wrote:Bye, bye for now Hoffs. Have a lovely summer and maybe see you elsewhere from time to time. XX
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At 14:19 11th Jul 2012, Bertie - brother of Baxter wrote:What's happened to Moyles then?
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At 14:21 11th Jul 2012, Posh Soul Lady wrote:#83 old school nurse trained can remember 'damp dusting' during visiting times!
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