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JAMES BOND 1960s OFFICIAL MEN'S CLOTHES COLLECTION
Started this discussion. Last reply by James Murray Jun 28, 2012. 7 Replies 2 Likes
I have been discussing the original 1960s Bond movies with a fellow member and the look and style of them along with things like the 'FLINT' films, THE MAN FROM U.N.C.L.E and such like when he…Read More
SATURDAY'S KIDS BOOK 1980s PHOTOGRAPHIC OVERVIEW
Started this discussion. Last reply by mike anderson Jun 22, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Likes
PRETTY GREEN A RE-ASSESSMENT..WELL KIND OF!!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Neil Shide Mar 15, 2012. 11 Replies 1 Like
I am lucky to have a partner who is very much understanding and has her finger on what I am into in terms of clothes, music and stuff. With my Birthday looming a parcel arrived which she asked me to…Read More
JAPANESE MOD GIRL BARBIE DOLL
Started this discussion. Last reply by Chris Cameron Mar 6, 2012. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Aside from the music and clothes of the 1960s I am also a bit of an enthusiast of the TV and films of the period as well. Of course as a child of that period my main memories are about the toys and…Read More
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"I was there myself last night too. Been seeing them all over the place since they kicked off 5 or 6 years back. Superb. Although the whole 'Tribute' thing can be a bit iffy these boys seem to sort of go beyond that in weird way. Of course…"
"I've bought a few bits from Michael. He is a top guy and really does know his stuff. He has stalls at a number of Scooter and Mod events throughout the year too so it gives people a chance to try things on as well. He and Mike from this site…"
The Brassic - Supporting The Small Fakers Event Type: GIG
February 1, 2013 from 7pm to 11pm
The frenetic, Rock 'n' Roll/ MOD band, The Brassic from S E London are once again supporting The spectacular Small Faces Tribute Band - The Small Faces at The Half Moon.Tickets normally sell out fast, so get yours now for a fantastic evening of live music.See More
"Torquay is pretty close and FRIDAY ON MY MIND and RETRO SOUL at The Green Room as staged by Ian and Jade are superb nights. I make the trip down a few times a year from London so someone from Exeter has a far easier journey. You won't be…"
"I saw Weller on Wednesday at Hammersmith and Wiggins came out and did the encore of THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT. It is up on YOU TUBE for those who want to see it. I know nothing of Wiggins as a bloke of course but he seems decent enough and on…"
"As a side bar to this thread any fan needs to get a copy of the new book THICK AS THIEVES. I went to one of the launch nights in London this week where they also had Derek De Souza's fantastic photos from gigs he attended back in the 1970s…"
"Loved The Moons latest Fables Of History!!"
"JUMP THE GUN are top class whether it be suits, shirts or whatever but I really don't recommend buying from them unless you are there in person. The sizing is so way off standard stuff. You would be worth checking your local standard high…"
"eBay item arrived at the weekend and back from dr cleaners. Corduroy driving coat. Very warm and not unlike a Peacoat. My other half said "Nice! Bit like a '70s football manger or Regan from THE SWEENEY". Suits me though for 25…"
"Don't want to nit-pick but these are actual dates and appearances by the Fab Four on RSG.
The Beatles as a group appeared three times on READY STEADY GO.
4 Oct 1963 (Grey collarless suits) Live transmission
20 March 1964 (Famous one with Mickey…"
"THE BRASSIC
http://www.themodgeneration.com/video/the-brassic-loaded-girl-studio
As loaded by David Kerr who is a bit of a fan.
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"Just got home from my trip down to Brighton. As it is an hour away in the car we go quite a bit but have always made a point of heading there on a Scooter/Mod weekend or whatever. Weather was not as good as I have known it in the past which may have…"
"Great to see you and Maxine last week! We hope you had a great weekend in Torquay! See you soon x x"
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- About Me:
- I'm 48 and still into it all from the age of about 14/15 back in the late 1970s. Not just the clothes or music but the films and TV of the period, sporting stars of the day, furniture, toys books the lot really.
- Top 5 tunes at the moment:
- Song Of A Baker-Small Faces
Paperback Writer-The Beatles
My Friend Jack-The Smoke
Painter Man-The Creation
Automatically Sunshine-The Supremes
- Vespa, Lambretta or other?
- Car
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 10:51 on July 29, 2012,
DJs Loadz n LadyJade said…
Great to see you and Maxine last week! We hope you had a great weekend in Torquay! See you soon x x
- At 22:16 on April 9, 2012,
J said… Martin where was that photo taken? I remember when you used to look like that! x
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