I was struck by the artwork and how creative it was then. We had a great time at Tiffanys and even went back there for a second night. kingly street - FORBIDDEN.LONDON CLUBS London in the 1970s: Fascinating photos reveal life in the capital 40 Used to go to the Candy Box around 1974/75. What times!! Ray WellingsonIt seems Ian Bairnson was not in Gullivers People at Tiffanys London c 1970s. The Cross, Kings Cross 1993-2007Speaking to Time Out after its closure, Billy Reilly, who ran a road haulage company in Kings Cross before opening warehouse venue the Cross, admitted that back in 1993 he, didnt know Judge Jules from Judge Dredd. If you did then I am repeating myself! In reply to TimWere you a croupier at Charlie Chesters as well Tim? Sadly now demolished. Really good times.. .. Im still in touch with dear old Mikes Diner Mike too ! Wendy Weaver I worked in the building over La Valbonne which looked down Saville Row where Samanthas was. Gullivers People had Jimmy Mack, Tony Jackson, Andy the Scotsman. Demonstrators protest against the closure of Madame JoJos, in 2014. mixed the burlesque glamour of Soho with Londons contemporary music scene, Speaking to the Guardian after its closure, Marcus Harris, Hackney council revoked the clubs licence, the capitals biggest modern developments, stand in the way of the Crossrail development, taking the scalp of the Metro with the same swoop of the sword that ended the Astoria. I always recall asking a lovely looking girl standing with her 6 mates for a dance you had to be brave, anyway asked her to dance she said are you asking me as you have to ask nicely so said PLEASE may I have ea dance.She said no thanks !! I said John Denver and ran. Louis Brown has them both. I cant remember Jonny Royal what year was he a DJ at Tiffanys ? Forgot the name but I replaced the DJ, Barbara Behn Constantinescu (in reply to Jon Fenwick)i knew Lenny and Louis Brown and Married Ion. There are some pics of Gullivers people there. Was a good friend to me, Dave Smith here I was dj at Sams 1968 to about 73, i worked as a waitress in samanthas 1968 and 1969 with Cleo our manager was Jean-Pierre, i worked in Samanthas 1968 1969 as waitress with Cleo, Jean-Pierre was the manager , really good times x, When j-p left Sams with the dj thats when I ststed, Does anybody remember Sloopys disco Piccadilly Circus you had to go downstairs to the basement where Eric the Bouncer would kinda greet you and show you the smallest dance floor in the whole of Soho London went there from 1973 to 1975 every Saturday night because it was all pre-Saturday Night Fever and most people were either tourists or regulars great bar that served happy hour drinks at half price before 9:00pm and music was played by the resident DJ Don Stevens Happy Daze Jim. Maybe that pic will solve the female singer? Their best cover was Alright now, a great song by Free, I have just heard back from my mate, Keith and he says that he did not know Iain Bairnson was in Gullivers People as he never saw the group live. A far cry from the likes of the Nest or Birthdays, the Aces filled an old Victorian theatre on Dalston Lane where it pioneered black music in the UK before becoming a permanent venue for rave promoters Labyrinth in the late 80s. Sadly all gone but great memories. Legendary club Valbon closes for the final time - and here's why Would love to know if any one has any information about Jonny Royal. In one fell swoop, however, the Cross, Canvas and the Key were culled in favour of the regeneration of Kings Cross. My pal was looking on smiling as he liked to pose as someone or other. Swinging 60s London Clubs 'La Valbonne' - YouTube Said sorry filming Sunday. Lena Jansson I only remember the female singer of Gullivers People, I think her name was Kim or something like that, a name that both women and men use. Valerie Hammond Lena, Jonny Royal was the other DJ. Wrote to Dave Paton no reply, funny digging deep on net we have Ian with TIFFANYS group Band of Gold in Edinburgh close no cigar. But you'll always have your memories. He began his career in the early 1960s in Nashville before moving to New York. The clubs licence was suddenly revoked after a serious incident of disorder outside the venue, in which, according to the police report, bouncers used baseball bats to fight off a customer who had been throwing bottles at them. but did a few dances and made a date to go out next week but to the Empire went out a few months then fizzled out. I was SORELY tempted to say no or ****!!! Finally found out Ian Bairnson did play in Gullivers guy second from right is ANDY. As Britain's finances spiraled downward and the nation found itself suppliant to the International Monetary Fund, the seeming stolidity of 1970s London concealed various, often deeply opposed, radical trends. If an one who went to Tiffs in London can help do so!! It was in a large white mansion looking building with a pillared gate at the entrance. Boasting a generous 22,00 square foot nightclub, Studio Valbonne has 4 bars to serve any capacity. Ray Ray from Canada wriites, early 1970s use to hang out at Tiffanys. Mad mad times! Cool It, Carol! (1970) - Filming & Production - IMDb Wendy The Dancer Hi Geoff, yes I remember Ripples! On the door were bouncers Fred Baby Knowles and Colin Baby OLeary, and loads of other babys especially the waitresses. When i would visit his flat in Shepherds market,he always had classical music playing. I never heard anything more about him, he just disappeared. With an exclusive area for invited guests, feel free to roam at your own space in the club. Hi I used to dance the night away at Samanthas 67 to 69after a long day nursing at Hammersmith Hospital. In pictures: The history of some of London's iconic music venues susie permalink. Our reputation preceeds us. Some of the greatest nights of my life have been at FWD>> at Plastic People.. Tom Jenkins Just stumbled on this site. All the very best Ray, Paul.The search is over so two guys played a two necked thing !! (modern). Older mate looked at me said you prick your not Michael Caine . I had my first kiss in a disco in Amsterdam the following week. I worked on Thursdays early 1975 then went to work in the Golden Nugget Shaftesbury Avenue which shared the building with Tiffanys. Walking away feeling like shite to the glee of my buddies!! I dont know whether you saw my post about the website Les Enfants Terribles started by a guy called Adrian Stern? Ken Norton and Mikecant remember his name. Did you ever knew the two DJs at Tiffanys, in Shaftesbury avenue? With the post-lockdown future of so many live music venues in doubt, Paul Tallings new book is a timely reminder of what we have already lost. I went to see the disc jockey and asked if he could play the Groove line hit record and the guy did. Id be interested to hear any memories of this period from other Smart members? Tim, I never Went to Tiffanys in 75-76 my first time there was in august 1977 in 1978 I was there every weekend, from may -sept, Fridays and Saturdays! Hi there! On the door were bouncers Fred Baby Knowles and Colin Baby OLeary, and loads of other babys especially the waitresses. King . She was killed in a car accident very sad. 0 Comments; Uncategorized kanlahi festival in tarlac . I started going there in 79 aged 16, I loved it. Eugene Hughes I went to the Valbonne Wen. Perhaps its biggest night was FWD>>, which moved there after Velvet Rooms closed, and the club played a significant role for the the whole dubstep scene. Steve Cooke Macreadys Club, Mercer Street, Covent Garden below stairs bar where musos met late night after work. There was a guy who came sitting next to me, and he was from Sweden. la valbonne club london 1970s Kevin Joy (In reply to Dave) Hi , I was down Sams as a customer at that time ,say 67 to 73 , If I have it right there was Albert on the door, Piere as manager and the barman I can not remember. Thank you for your Inquiry about Limousine Party Planning! Included in the following timeline are bars and clubs in Earl's Court and Vauxhall . ECOLE PRIMAIRE DE LA VALBONNE - La valbonne 1980 - 1989; Collge Le Grand Champ - Pont de cheruy 1988 - 1992; Lyce Du Val De Sane - Trevoux 1992 - 1993; Lyce La Pliade - Pont de cheruy 1992 - 1996; Uet Unit D'enseignement Du Tourisme - Lyon 1996 - 1998; Parcours club. Hi Eamon, I used to go to Mikes Diner from 1977 onwards (when I was 18). Within a year, his band, The Jimi . End of story.. Marisco. At Samanthas, did they have seat swings and does anyone remember Sloopys nightclub in Piccadilly.??.. As You Season 4 Part 2 premieres, Tatler reveals the glamorous London David Paul I never heard of P J Proby having anything to do with Samanthas having working there for about 7 years. Kim later was in groups Wild Honey/Wild Fantasy in the late 1970s.Think Jimmy Mack would be in his late 70s now. Does anyone know what happened to the new club Tony Engleman opened on Oxford St ? We had a tour guide, his name was Jim Jackson. Went up to nice looker and said in my best accent like to dance honey, She agreed then said your not Mike Caine are you. Valbonne, ou le premier en date des festivals interdits sur la cte. Each episode has a corresponding collection of photographs that you can scroll through as you listen. It was a sweet little disco. Lena Jansson In reply to Peter Smyth. Cue acid house, bucket hats, baggy T-shirts and lots of sweat. Katie Clark DailyEcho. Later that night my gal came over and said take me home darling. Just curious! Le Kilt to name but a few. David Paul Interesting story about Samanthas. Dj Samanthas Dave here Gil or Alex please contact me just heard from our old friend John drummer with the equals do any of you remember our small record shop in Carnaby Street. Darren Kevin I remember Ray the Geordie. I remember disco cherrys between Picadilly circus and Leicester Square. Tiffanys in Shaftesbury avenue was my favourite disco in 1977-1979, I remember the live band Gullivers people and the two DJ:s Ken Norton and the other one I cant remember the name of, Dave? Can't remember what it was called, not that I was stoned or anything..Went to the Room at the Top in Ilford once, got chased along the street by some lads. 4 Tops, Temps, Marvin. She was quite tall with dark curly hair and a very strong voice. She agreed then said your not Mike Caine are you. He has a copy of their Spendour In The Grass single and says they were known as a good harmony group. Guestlist and Table bookings Office - 0207 434 0888 email - info@stu Bagleys/Canvas, Kings Cross1991-2007Like a legal rave, Bagleys was a huge multi-room warehouse club that held some of Londons biggest Saturday night parties. Can't remember what it was called, not that I was stoned or anything" That's probably now a branch of Pizza Express Live called The Pheasantry. Played a fabulous playlist. Ithink that Terry Hrllier who played trombone with Tony Evans at the Empire in London lives in your area. She used to take the entrance payment. John the drummer from the Equals mentioned in one of my previous threads, Ps I mentioned baby come back which was there number 1 record. Over the past years Ive tried to find a little about Ripples, but have drawn a blank. My dad and his business partner did loadsa building work and maintenance in the area. So amazing that you also went to Tiffanys in the late 70s !!! There are two versions, one is longer. ottawa dog adoption. (in reply to Wendy) I started going there in 79 aged 16, I loved it. 5th Gear - Baltimore Pike, Media, PA. 19th Hole - North Hills, PA. 25th Hour - Wilkes Barre, PA. 94th Aero Squadron - 2750 Red Lion Rd. Soho Then: Ep. 4 - Clubs & Late Night Establishments I never heard of P J Proby having anything to do with Samanthas having working there for about 7 years. Do you know Andy, Rob who also run the door? The club was also hugely important for the capitals LGBT scene, hosting sellout weekly bonanza G-A-Y, known for getting stars as bright as Kylie and Britney on stage, as well as for dropping balloons on everyone at regular intervals. Thats interesting. I remember disco Cherrys between Picadilly Circus and Leicester Square. There is a page on Facebook, Tiffanys nightclub Piccadilly, I highly recommend it! 94 Pall Mall (inside the Junior Carlton Club, 1968-1970); 116 Pall Mall (inside the United Service Club, 1970-1977) "the encouragement of aero-automobilism and ballooning as a sport" Merged into the . Its flagship night was Trade the original afterparty. 1970s nightclub | Hattchetts nightclub | 1970s Disco | 1970s London | 1977 ThamesTv 336K subscribers Subscribe 107 Share Save 6.7K views 3 years ago Hatchetts playground Piccadilly London. I remember men in suits jumping in the glass tank for a dare.. David Paul I was the dj at Samanthas disco in 1979. Thanks so much for that !! Studio Valbonne, London Upcoming Events & Tickets Originally constructed by the Rank Organisation in 1967 for a cinema, it hosted everything from roller discos to touring bands, and. Bands playing at their all nighters. Over the past years Ive tried to find a little about Ripples, but have drawn a blank. If you have please forward to my email address please. Famous Dance bars in the '70's and 80's. - Page 2 - DetroitYES Forums The guy on the right was the band leader he played piano organ perched up high behind the band. Eric Clapton Concerts 1970s | Concerts Wiki | Fandom Nearly always near the front window. Drinks 2/6d! Ray WellingsonI live in CANADA but in 1970s used to go to Tiffanys Piccadilly. Lovely to hear from you all. Especially 1978-1979. Jon x, I remember Mikes opening went there after finishing work downstairs, i knew Lenny and Louis Brown and Married Ion. By the 90s, everyone from Desmond Dekker to the Prodigy had played there. Mr. Jolly was the Manager. We used to go to the Candy Box a lot. la valbonne club london 1970s I remember Flintstone bar very well, There was a guy called Sidney who worked in bar. Thanks so much for that !! She said no thanks !! Get La Valbonne, London, England setlists - view them, share them, discuss them with other La Valbonne, London, England fans for free on setlist.fm! Do any of you remember our small record shop in Carnaby Street. Next Saturday went back to Tiffanys saw her mate with my gal mate looked at me and said you prick who are you tonight ? Not the same can be said of today unfortunately, I used to go there too! So, economically, things weren't going too great in England. Later that night my gal came over and said take me home darling. We were in the UK because of a school study trip. What year was that, and do you have any other Info? I have a funny story for you from someone who made a trip to London in 1977 and visited Tiffanys.one night. Crackers was another example of how in the 70s and 80s gay clubs provided a haven not just for . Elias lived on in London until 2016 and had an accident visiting us here in Tunisia and sadly passed away, keep well and bless you all. Really good times.. .. Im still in touch with dear old Mikes Diner Mike too ! Manny times they did and I let them even borrow it. Some of you had vivid memories . Oh, what about the King's Cross Cinema? They played the hit record The Groove line originally performed by Heatwave. The Candy Box with a bloody great chain on the door, I remember the boxer John Conteh being a Candy Box regular, it must have been the copious bottles of champagne that did for his career. la valbonne club london 1970s. USL Would be great to hear from someone else who used to dance the nights away at Tiffanys!! "There was another one on the King's Road, or was it Fulham Road? Best Review Site for Digital Cameras. went to Tiffany's summer 74, no pics. Hello Pete, if I recall correctly you were a bookies settloer during the day. My friend for many years. My e-mail is lena.jansson8@gmail.com anyone feel free to get in touch about Tiffanys. Ray didn't think they were very good and after listening to them perform two numbers he went to the White Star pub for a drink. Did any of you folks use Mikes Diner next door? I cant remember the name. Her name was Kay S. Checked her out on LINKEDIN last year as never forgot her name and wow there she was still looking good in Southend. David Paul (in reply to Terry)Went there, knew the dj next door at The Bag Of Nails if I remember Needles but a long time ago, Radio Jon. Every February the Brazilian girls came over enough said, JEAN PI ERE LET WITH THE DJ OPENED A NEW CLUB FORGOT THE NAME I REPLACED THE DJ, No I worked as a waitress with Cleo, really good times, I remember having a girlfriend called Mara from Brazil her farther was a ambassador she was model for vouge and had a flat in Chelsea great memories. Le Kilt to name but a few. Went from there some evenings to the old Covent Garden for top ups and a few times on to France for lunch! I think George Michael used to go their when young. Remember the dj, brilliant play list. Tom Dixon's 'Funkapolitan' cuttings book | Wallpaper la valbonne club london 1970s I loved it late 70's early 80's it was very sophisticated. Jimi Hendrix (November 27, 1942 - September 18, 1970) is ranked as the greatest guitarist in music history by Rolling Stone magazine. The councils motives were questioned soon after, however, when it was revealed the club had already been ringfenced for demolition and development over the next few years by the owners. Hello Peter, Yes I was. WETTEST. She asked ME to dance. I spent some great nights at Samanthas. shagged myself silly lovely gels. It was absolutely funny. The venue attracted mostly indie bands such as Blur before closing for good in 2004. The very young frenchman. Lovely to hear from you all. Lynda Tearney Tom, Iwas working there when Albert was on the door, Jean-Pierre was the manager and Joanne worked on the reception with him, I worked as a waitress with Cleo. 1972 1973 . David Paul Just had email from John drummer with The Equals who was a friend, still looking for Gill Alex and anyone else from these great times. Im also on FB, Lena Jansson. - Mike Mezz. Lena Jansson I never Went to Samanthas but remember where it was, just off Regent street. I used to run the door at Tiffanys back in 75 & 76 and remember Guliivers people like it was yesterday. His name was Allan. Summer of love, indeed! If I remember the ladies toilets had pictures of men lol, Used to frequent Sundown during my misspent youth..fantastic place as i recall, Tiffanys on a Saturday night (mid to late 70's) was always amazing, would Love to see some pics if anyone has any to post, Royalty Southgate on a Friday night 8-12 then Flicks in Dartford, Lazers in Haringey, just a few of my regular clubs between 78-81, I had great times at Shagarama in Neal street Also The Sundown,Global Village, Samantha's, Sombrero, Anthea's (off Carnaby st) Thursday's in Kensington, The room at the Top. The nostalgic images show the capital's landmarks in the 1970s, a decade of feminism, Arsenal's FA cup win and the launch of the concord. Best regards, Willem van Gilst jr. in the Netherlands. Such fabulous memories, Thats the time I went to Mikes Diner, it was a great place and a great time, Interesting story about Samanthas we had a Australian guy start as the manager after a few weeks we all arrived for work the safe was gone I never anything more about him he just disappeared, Another thing I remember seeing Jane Mansfield sitting in a alcove with her manager the following week she was dead killed in a car accident very sad, Just stumbled on this site. She had been drinking I guess. I used to go to The Embassy club in Old Bond Street circa 1978/1979. Jim Miller At Samanthas, did they have seat swings and does anyone remember Sloopys nightclub in Piccadilly.??.. Does any remember the very tall man on the door? 68 Valbonne Club Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images Editorial FILTERS CREATIVE EDITORIAL VIDEO 68 Valbonne Club Premium High Res Photos Browse 68 valbonne club photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more photos and images. 15 Of The Most Legendary Clubs Of All Time I wonder if we ever crossed paths? I wore thick black framed glasses. scene had enough dance-hungry punters to fill even the bigger clubs. Valerie Hammond (in reply to Lena) Jonny Royal . Anne went out with him at one point. He said: Just speak Dutch, Willem, Then I can understand what you say. He had some troubles with English. Remember the dj, brilliant play list. British Life During the 1970s - Discover Walks Blog The historic venue, which hosted game-changing concerts from the likes of Oasis, Manic Street Preachers and Nirvana, was bulldozed in 2009 to make room for a bigger ticket hall at Tottenham Court Road tube station. Did you work at Tiffs the whole year 78? Regarding a singer called Kim, there was a singer called Kim Keane who sang with Sue in Tony Evans Band at the Empire so dont know whether this would be the singer who Lena Jansson was thinking of. Many famous passers by dropped in after 3am. Soho, London. Tony (Engelman) is on it and I got in touch with him (after a mere 45 years) as I was looking for my best friend back in the day, Anne Chapman.
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