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Yup.

You can see some great chunks of that 13 years of you delve into my archives. I was filming every one of their gigs back then.

They're great fun. Catchy af, then you catch the lyrics!

Thank you. Appreciate the support. 😄

Indeed! and sh! I think we got away with it ;)

A Fujifilm.

These early BCNR shows were quite astonishing emotionally. You can cross reference the song titles with a lyric site, maybe a lyric video. I would say that they no longer have this intensity live. That's why I tend to specialise in nascent bands in small venue, where the emotions are fresh and real.

Isn't it? I guess they have far sight. One day. Maybe sooner than you think.

Well that's good to know. We all need something beautiful.

I had to read that twice! Yes.

@@LouSmith 🙂

Adam Harmer? He's been with them since about 2012/13!

@@LouSmith thanks! I'm new to the band, and was wondering if this was Saul, as they look a bit the same, but know he's left the band, right?

@grahammcleod5456 yup. He's left the band. Have to look back in time to find Saul. This is the biggest video record of fat white family on the planet, so you've come to the right place. :)

I think I was there too. Took a moment to take it on board having only previously seen Harry playing sax in other bands, but I've been listening a lot to this recording and really loving it.

Indeed it will. Funny, I was just thinking about them, as I'm printing their next batch of tee shirts today.

I wonder what he's up to now.

Haha. They're very mysterious. They want to change their name, but haven't done so yet, as they can't think of a good one. This had been 'preventing' them setting up any social media, so there is no digital footprint, and no way to see, hear, or contact them except here. For now at least. If you can think of a good name for them, them leave it in a comment and we can put it into the mix. Pyongyang is fine as long as we don't end up flinging nukes at each other.

@@LouSmith i think pyongyang is a super interesting name, i hope it doesnt cause any conflict, i cant think of any other names. but i hope they start up some social media too, theyre a great act

@TakaOh I am in the keeping the name camp too!

They're great. Definitely in my favourites.

instagram.com/magnoliaband_uk?igsh=c2oxdTVkZmFxbmZp& That’s our instagram , you’ll find Spotify/Bandcamp links on there:) We’re from Norwich in the UK but half of us now reside in London. Thanks for the kind words:)

Haha. Yes, the intro took me by surprise, so I missed the first couple of seconds. Links to their socials in the description. They seem to have left quite an impression on you.

@adamturner9363 thanks Adam. The links are also in the description. I'd forgotten the Norwich bit. Love Mike's feedback. Always on point and enthusiastic af. Big supporter of our scene and this channel over the years.

Jarring sounds a bit strong. The last time I saw KK was in 2014, so I'm not totally cognoscent with the line up. I just saw a great, intimate show with a rapt and lively audience.

Excellent. Any more gripes? To be fair, this wasn't his, or their best performance all round. As you commented previously, too much horse in the house.

Yes I am. One of them. 😀

@@LouSmith its so fascinating to see these performances, do you own the windmill or do you just have a long history with these bands, you dont have to answer but ive always wondered since ive started wondering, thank you so much for recording anyways!!

@TakaOh haha. No I don't own the Windmill. I first set foot in it in 2011 when I followed the Fat White Family there after seeing them play at my regular music night Easycome acoustic. I just got a name for doing immersing, one shot videos, and also photos, and after a few years, I got a free pass, any gig, any time, so the Windmill became like my second home. Other venues were also happy for me to film there, so this had been extended to the George tavern, Venue MOT, and Amp studios as well as one or two that have since closed. For other venues, the bands themselves are happy to put me on their guest list. So yes, I have a great relationship with the venues, and many of the bands, but also the regular music fans and ecosystems surrounding the scene. I run a very rock and roll screen printing business, providing many of the bands'merch requirements and also shooting their early promo videos, so am supported financially like that. It's a great niche I've made for myself, and is really my entire life. Long may it remain so. As long as I am able to produce quality and relevant material, I'll keep at it. I'm 61 now, so hopefully a few more years. Undoubtedly, my efforts bring revenue and early exposure to the bands and the venues, so it's win win. I would say that just recently, with the cult of celebrity that social media brings, that the space is getting more and more full of people filming and documenting the shows, which I don't think is totally a good thing, but inevitable at the same time. I'm still, I think, considered the best and most influential of these, and there is a great feeling of love and respect for me when I go out, including a degree of protection from unruly audience members who think it's their right to upend me for getting in their precious way. I live it and love it.

@@LouSmith you are such a lucky man rhat you have made the thing you love into your life and job, im guessing you love the newer bands that have come out of that area, im much younger than you but i aspire heavily to have something like this. ive mostly watched your videos of bcnr and black midi because those are two of my favorite bands right now, but i know theres an extensive list of bands that youve filmed, and ill definitely binge your videos when i can. keep doing what youre doing, i respect all of it immensely.

@TakaOh thank you. Yes, it's worked out pretty well, and yes, I love many of the young bands coming through too, so I'm happy not to chase after the bands that have flown the coop. If they play a secret gig in a home venue I'll be there. There's some great bands on here, current stuff you may like, Pyongyang, Y, Charlemagne, Magnolia, honestly the list is endless. These ones from your preference for BM BCNR. Generally if I'm gonna stand in front of a stage for half an hour or more, I've got to think they're worth the effort, so I only film acts I really like.

Thanks for the memories. Glad to have been here to share a highlight of mine. Small venues are the greatest. The George is a great home to many great bands who remember where they came from.

Cool. They're a breath of fresh air. Love em.

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Who? Me? The AI wasn't me. I'm old school. Digital old skool anyway.

Can't get quicker than that!

Exactly so. They're niche, but also very likeable, and the tunes and stage show are infectious. Angry, but fun loving. Serious messages whilst not taking themselves too seriously. It's a good combo, and they're are a definite favourite on the festival circuit. I wonder in which direction Lambrini sales have gone.

That is impatience. They've only just got going. Got a plum slot opening for Geordie Greep. They are very good. I'm not sure how to take your comment about not taking immediately to stuff on my channel! I'll assume there's something lost in translation, and that it generally takes you a while to get into new music, not specifically that my channel contains music that you generally don't like. Either way, I appreciate you taking time to comment. I wonder how much the name will cause issues as they get a bigger audience. There are a few bands that have that name, or a derivative of it, even if not for the potential for connotation. I honestly can't seeing it being a problem over here for them.

Did you see the video for it? It was doing the rounds on social media recently. The BTS stills are from it.

You have to email the booker Tim Perry at windmillbrixton@yahoo.co.uk. He's the gatekeeper and arbiter of taste for any band looking to get a start here. Jazz here has a fairly long history at the Windmill, having been in the original Fat Dog line up, and with various permutations of her solo stuff, and is an enthusiastic supporter of other bands, so loyalty to the venue would definitely garner you points. If you're lucky enough to get a spot, and behave yourself, chances are you'll be welcome back. If you're also lucky enough to catch my eye, and get published here, you'll find out what the greater public think of you, and that could be life changing, so yes, very influential in all.

The new genre.

@@LouSmith 🥰

The intro was damn loud. Straight in!

I'm sure that must be coming.

RIP the Montague. Empty again. Looks forlorn. I went past it the other day.

That may take a little while, but we know it's gonna sizzle when they do.

Theo always puts on a good show. It was at a Wooze (his previous band) gig at Moth Club just post lockdown that I first clapped eyes on Abigail in the crowd along with members of HMLTD and Bishopskin all having a riotous good time. When I heard that she was fronting a band, I had a hunch that it would be an interesting band ...

@@LouSmith I’ll definitely check out the previous band as this was very interesting. And you know I love the TLDP anecdote, thanks for that!

I do indeed. Fill your boots. ruclips.net/video/n5_0h7LQu7E/видео.htmlsi=dUefyMFzYxImu1rp

@@LouSmithThat was a great show and magnificent atmosphere. That crowd looked like they were having the time of their lives. I see why there was so much excitement for this new project. Pretty sure I’ll be going down the Wooze rabbit hole the next days.

@sah-win honestly that was the first real post covid celebration of sweaty comingling, and people were so ecstatically jubilant having been canned for so long. This was probably peak Wooze, i'd say.

Nobody knows. We like this one too though.

Reminds me Lucrate Milk...ruclips.net/video/g282LnC4Opw/видео.html

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And hard to find offence at the name. 😉

@@LouSmith eh!eh!!!

After beige and vanilla, it's probably third on the list of metaphors for innocuousness.

😃. Welcome to the party. All the comparisons are of quality icons, which have stood the test. I'm sure these gals will do the same.

Thank you! We'll see what we can do 😉

@redperilmusic shh! Who? You know.

Always.

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@@redperilmusic Really enjoyed your Froggieland set @ the Windmill a couple of weeks back xx Hope we see some vinyl, one day xx

​@@CarloRoberto-qs7oi​Aw thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it. We are playing at the Ivy House on Tuesday for our single launch party, hope you can make it to this one too! We are planning to release the EP on vinyl in 2025

Whee!

To clarify: I can feel the energy all the way from the US (not bands from the US)

Aww. Thanks for clarifying. I did get you the first time. I'm glad I'm able to. Undeniably I hear some black midi here too, but as you say, are bringing enough of themselves not to be purely derivative. I really like them, and you're right about the fruitfulness of the scene. It's been bringing some great sounds for well over a decade now, with new, exciting bands forming all the while.

Haha. Gotta suffer for your art.

@@connormayo7474 His kick was also clambering across the floor for half the set. Chris OC anchored it in place with a big box of vinyl. The struggle is real etc

Haha. I never understand why they don't anchor the kick drum to the drum stool with some webbing or something. Has nobody thought of this? Then at least it it goes creeping they stay together. Praise be OC tho.

Oops!

@@LouSmith Oops!!! 😂😂😂😂

Ben Harding’s band is also called Charlemagne and they’re not skinheads . The LA metal Charlemagne aren’t especially right wing, I don’t think. Nor are the Japanese shoegaze Charlemagne. Not sure if The Charlamagne from Birmingham count cos of the THE, but anyway they’re not known for being especially far right. Not sure about the Charlemagne from Washington but I don’t think they’re touring anymore anyway. Charlemagne Tha God doesn’t count cos most gods are pretty far right by nature, but they’re gods so we can’t do much about that. And Kids Of Charlemagne can be ignored cos they’re apparently kids, and they’re a bunch of oldies doing Steely Dan covers.

@Mustachioedgirl I think that just about covers it! Is that the birthday girl?

@@LouSmith 🥸Yes Lou 😎

That's what i thought you'd say!