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General Category => On The Road => Topic started by: Master Ray on December 07, 2017, 08:30:06 PM
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We going for the usual Tap thing?
Someone most of us here know suggested (to me, in an email, his name rhymes with Blush ;)) going to Spanky's instead, just for a change... in fact, thinking about it, has the usual aftershow at Spanky's been arranged? :-\
To be honest, I might be quite late to the party due to certain travel arrangements so I might just be showing up in the inevitable 'queuing up in the pissing cold freezing rain outside of Rockers whilst the queue moves on, glacially' thing, as it has been for the last few years... aw, heck, it wouldn't be Christmas without it! ;D
Be nice to meet up with old friends again, though, somewhere. ;)
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I'd been meaning to ask about this as well -- I'm coming all the way from the States, along with my brother-in-law who is also a longtime fan. Visited the UK many times, but haven't been to Nottingham before.
I've been to one gig in the UK before -- at the Roadmender in Northampton in 2013 -- when I was able to bamboozle my corporate masters into scheduling a work trip to London that week.
Would be great to meet some of the 'family'... :)
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I'll go with the majority MR, id imagine most folks will head to the usual meets though.
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Looks like I should be into Nottingham for early to mid afternoon after all, so be great to meet with old pals ...
GregP... be sure to ask us for any information you need. We drink new blood are always happy to help friends from overseas with anything they need. ;) I remember an American fella from a Nottingham Christmas gig a couple of years ago who had a great time among us Brits'... anything you need, just ask. :)
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Giving the Tap N Tumbler a miss this year in favour of Spanky's. After all, Spanky's will not be there next year. It has served the NMA crowd well.
Due to land a little before 6.
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Also,,, we always struggle to find a seat for Drummyb in the Tap !!
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Lol. This is very true. Id sit on laps, but Im not the lightest!
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Hi Master Ray & Sush
the pub you're talking about is the Tap'n Tumbler ?
Will be in Nott with all my family, see you there maybe ;-)
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Yeah, Shush, I also heard that Spanky's is a goner after Christmas... I seem to remember that The Horn In Hand (almost next door) used to be a cracking good rock / indie / alternative pub...
I should be getting into Notts at about three. Be great to meet up with old pals, I don't care where.
Mind you, I am dreading the usual 'endless queue' thing outside of Rockers in view of how bloody cold this UK winter currently is! Especially if it rains, as it inevitably will! :-\
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Enjoy the gig and the pre and after meets . If you send me your PayPal email I will put enough for a few beers into the kitty . Who says Scots are mean lol
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Evening all, in case the news hasn't hit these pages yet hope to see You all at Spankys after the gig for the last aftershow , Will be standing in for LCG on turntable duties so come on down. Free entry but only 200 capacity. Will be there about 4pm to sound check and won't be late kicking things off this time - promise!
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This just in! Looks like I'll now be getting into Notts for about mid-day, thanks to my fellow NMA obsessive best mate and travelling buddy getting the day off work! Vagabondage, you handing out pre-gig passes for us early birds if we show up at Spanky's at 4pm? ???
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Lawrence said that it wasn't needed as they aren't charging for the PA, will see if I can get hold of him to confirm but as it stands first come first served!
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Will check criteria with venue tomorrow and report back forthwith!
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This just in! Looks like I'll now be getting into Notts for about mid-day, thanks to my fellow NMA obsessive best mate and travelling buddy getting the day off work! Vagabondage, you handing out pre-gig passes for us early birds if we show up at Spanky's at 4pm? ???
As long as you are sorted, looking for to seeing everyone again.
Matt
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This just in! Looks like I'll now be getting into Notts for about mid-day, thanks to my fellow NMA obsessive best mate and travelling buddy getting the day off work! Vagabondage, you handing out pre-gig passes for us early birds if we show up at Spanky's at 4pm? ???
I may also be there mid to late afternoon
See ya at Spanky's
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Just Spoken to Spankys, No need for wristbands, see You all there 8)
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Just Spoken to Spankys, No need for wristbands, see You all there 8)
You playing the upstairs or downstairs room? I'd much prefer the downstairs...
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You playing the upstairs or downstairs room? I'd much prefer the downstairs...
Upstairs I am afraid, will have to employ a roadie to man the booth if I want to go for a smoke or to the lavatory!
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This year it's actually looking like I will actually make it to pre-post gig meet ups :)
Really looking forward to meeting you all. Actually. (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/funny/2/banana.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/) (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/funny/2/banana.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/) (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/funny/2/banana.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/)
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Counting down the days......
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Me too, RO. Think I'll check out The Tap at about five o clock, have a pint or two there, then head on over to Spanky's for about six o clock to meet up with Shush. Going to Spanky's after the gig is, of course, a given. ;)
Hoping to meet up with fellow Forum friends at any one of those meets.
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Sounds good to me. Might partake in one or two pre gig...
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Just listening to 'Strange Brotherhood' very loud. I am dancing on my own in my living room...Aimless Desire then Over the Wire has just tipped me over the edge...better calm down.lol
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Ill probably head to Spankys about 6 if thats where folks are heading. Gotta have my pre gig nap!!
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Ill probably head to Spankys about 6 if thats where folks are heading. Gotta have my pre gig nap!!
Or not given the doors open at 6 according to an email I just had
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Ah. Might skip the Tap then and go straight to Spanky's for 5 - 5.30..?
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Yes, I'll try to get there a bit earlier b4 6.
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Ill find you gents in there I guess. Gotta drive cos of the trains, so ill need helping into a taxi to my hotel later. Staying just out of town.
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You will have to let me know where you are staying DB. I might know the regular bus route. I'll chat to you tomorrow about it
which I am truly looking forward to :)
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Packing my bag for Nottingham tomorrow! Because I'll doubtless oversleep and have to make a mad rush for the train... ::)
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Im at the holiday inn mate. Got a taxi booked for 430 to Rockers. Ill drift round to Spankys after that
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I'm in spanky's... red hair, stripey tights... if you see me say hi
Have a great gig everyone xxx
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I'm in spanky's... red hair, stripey tights... if you see me say hi
Have a great gig everyone xxx
Sheena... did anyone spot you? I'm one of those luddites who doesn't have the internet so only just got this message when I logged onto my laptop just now..? :(
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Were they red and black tights and were you with a group of girls, Sheena?
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Yes I was wearing red & black stripes... not with a group of women tho...
been in bed with lurgy all week... :( anyone else?
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Yes I was wearing red & black stripes... not with a group of women tho...
been in bed with lurgy all week... :( anyone else?
Got it since yesterday. Not sure if it was you but saw someone in Rock City, near to the merchandise store. Possibly had glasses on ???