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[Terry_dactyl]

I’m reminded of Tiger Feet…

 

[Joe King]

Best of The Wurzels. Followed by The Wombles Greatest Hits.
Better than enduring the bloody Eurovision Shite Contest!

 

[chiefdave]

Better than enduring the bloody Eurovision Shite Contest!

Sweden for the win!

 

[pitts head]

 

[Frankly_Mr_Shankly]

...because I got high. Play this one f*cken loud.

Seen these live loads, brilliant band.

 

[CCfC2023]

I’m reminded of Tiger Feet…

SOLD OUT | Getdown Services – The Tin Music and Arts

thetinmusicandarts.org.uk

 

[Terry_dactyl]

SOLD OUT | Getdown Services – The Tin Music and Arts

thetinmusicandarts.org.uk

Yeah, I saw that. I might make the effort. What’s that venue like? I’d never heard of it. Shows how out of touch I am.

 

[CCfC2023]

The best venue in Coventry by a mile very small Sound is great and loud , Drinks are cans and bottles no draft (pint Red Stripe £5.10) . 2 rooms one as you come in with the bar then through to the stage area . Seen so many great bands there over the years .

 

[CCfC2023]

This lot where there last week . Was a fantastic night .

 

[mmttww]

What’s that venue like?

Really good venue. Played there loads back in the day and used to hire it for gigs we promoted. I think capacity in the live room is 150ish. Vibe in there is usually decent. It's in what were the coal vaults at the Canal Basin so two arches - bar and live room.

 

[CCfC2023]

Really good venue. Played there loads back in the day and used to hire it for gigs we promoted. I think capacity in the live room is 150ish. Vibe in there is usually decent. It's in what were the coal vaults at the Canal Basin so two arches - bar and live room.

Which bands where you in mmttww ?

 

[mmttww]

Which bands where you in mmttww ?

Bands with stupid names that never did much and played loud, noisy stuff. Lionface and Gideons.

 

[chiefdave]

Think the Tin has recently received a grant for a bit of a refurb. Its strange it doesn't get promoted more in teh city, most people don't seem to know it exists.

For a city the size of Cov the number of gigs we get is shockingly bad, even now with the Empire, should really be shouting about what we do have.

 

[olderskyblue]

Been listening to to Florence & the machine. Seen her live twice, and she is amazing.

 

[CCfC2023]

Think the Tin has recently received a grant for a bit of a refurb. Its strange it doesn't get promoted more in teh city, most people don't seem to know it exists.

For a city the size of Cov the number of gigs we get is shockingly bad, even now with the Empire, should really be shouting about what we do have.

I think its better that way that nobody knows about just the muso types that know .There loads of gig there and and the Record shop at Fargo this is best era now for Coventry's music since Ska in the 70s and Rave in the late 80s early 90s .

 

[Terry_dactyl]

I think its better that way that nobody knows about just the muso types that know .There loads of gig there and and the Record shop at Fargo this is best era now for Coventry's music since Ska in the 70s and Rave in the late 80s early 90s .

I bloody loved that 90s raving!

 

[Frankly_Mr_Shankly]

I think its better that way that nobody knows about just the muso types that know .There loads of gig there and and the Record shop at Fargo this is best era now for Coventry's music since Ska in the 70s and Rave in the late 80s early 90s .

Just Dropped In

 

[mmttww]

Just Dropped In

Having one of their tote bags is the CV1 music Illuminati membership card. Joe's gigs are great.

 

[Frankly_Mr_Shankly]

Having one of their tote bags is the CV1 music Illuminati membership card. Joe's gigs are great.

Yes I’ve been to a few of his gigs. Went to one around the corner from the record shop , at some art shop. Marconi Union to be exact, they’re great.

 

[Joe King]

Been playing a CD of a great friend of mine. The Catherine Spirit. Nigel, the lead singer, was a great friend of mine who was also a steward at Highfield Rd. He sadly passed away aged just 40, with cancer. That was back in the early 90's. They used to play local gigs - Golden Cross and pubs like that. Anyone else heard of them or seen them play?

 

[CCfC2023]

Had to travel to Coventry earlier this week (for my son to sit an exam) and found myself with a couple of hours to spare. Popped into "Just Dropped In" to see what they had in the way of 50s/60s originals without any real expectations of what to expect.

Well...where to start with this absolute gem of a record store?!?!

It is probably as close to perfection as Revolver, Otis Blue, Never Mind The Bo**ocks, or The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill...depending on your musical palate.

Firstly, it's a lovely large, bright space in complete contrast to the average, somewhat cluttered and claustrophobic feel of most record shops carrying the kind of 2nd hand stuff that I collect.

But "Just Dropped In" doesn't just stock 2nd hand; in fact, it strikes the perfect balance between new and old, catering for brand new music, classic limited edition reissues, and a very healthy selection of well preserved originals up to 70 years old!
Add into the mix Gary and Allun, two top blokes who are completely down to earth with fabulous knowledge and a burning passion for what they do.

Even from one visit I can see that they've created not just a great record shop but a real vinyl community. On the afternoon that I dropped in they were preparing for one of their regular sold-out evening concerts (there is a good-sized stage, professional pa system etc) in which 100 or so music fans get to enjoy great live music in an intimate and very special venue.

Shops like this (and there aren't many!) are the lifeblood of real music in the UK and should be cherished. The effort and commitment that goes into creating and maintaining such a comprehensive and perfectly catalogued inventory whilst also arranging launch events and live gigs is more than just commendable. It is inspirational.

"Just Dropped In" cannot be recommended highly enough whatever your taste in music.


Glowing google review this week

 

[eastwoodsdustman]

Saw these supporting the Pixies last night and have been drawn to their stuff already.

 

[Cool Cory]

Coventry's very own Tom Grennan

 

[pitts head]

 

[DT-R]

Coventry's very own Tom Grennan

You mean Bedfords very own?

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[Terry_dactyl]

Saw these supporting the Pixies last night and have been drawn to their stuff already.

I saw Pixies too the other night but only got there 5 mins before they came on, so missed these completely. I’ll try and give them a listen.

By any chance did you wear a City top to the gig? I saw a bloke wearing one.

 

[eastwoodsdustman]

I saw Pixies too the other night but only got there 5 mins before they came on, so missed these completely. I’ll try and give them a listen.

By any chance did you wear a City top to the gig? I saw a bloke wearing one.

Wasnt me in a City top. I missed that one.
They were very good weren’t they.

 

[eastwoodsdustman]

One of my favourite cover versions!

 

[Terry_dactyl]

Wasnt me in a City top. I missed that one.
They were very good weren’t they.

Yeah they were! Nice and tightly packed into the venue too

 

[King of the Lesbians]

Wasnt me in a City top. I missed that one.
They were very good weren’t they.

They were good. Last time I saw Pixies 'the big moon' supported them but this lot seemed a better fit.

Big Specials last song reminded me a lot of the Jesus & Mary Chain...

 

[Sky_Blue_Daz]

 

[eastwoodsdustman]

I'm off to the Troxy in London tonight to see these play Where You Been in full plus some other tracks too.

 

[Cool Cory]

Ruby - Kaiser Chiefs

You mean Bedfords very own?

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No, because he's a huge Coventry fan.

 

[SBT]

Coventry's very own Tom Grennan

 

[pitts head]