Duncan McFarlane CD Launch

Subject: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: GUEST,Raggytash
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 07:51 AM

Duncan McFarlane and his band are to launch their latest CD on March 25th at Korks Bar in Otley ........be there ......or be somewhere else.

Apparently it's receiving rave reviews from the Radio Stations that have been issued with preview copies so a good night should be had by all

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: GUEST,Raggytash
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 07:56 AM

Should have said new CD is called The Woodshed Boys

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: GUEST,GUEST, Duncan McFarlane
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 08:38 AM

Thanks for that Raggytash.
Do I know you?
Do make yersel known at the gig.

By the way - joining us onstage will be the wonderful Maggie Boyle.
And it's a mere £1 in (to cover the PA costs).

Big raps to BBC Wales Celtic Heartbeat for playing 'Maria's Gone' off the album - and to Ali O'Brien for being first to play the title track 'Woodshed Boys' on her BBC GMR folk prog the other week when I played live on her show. Cheers. DMcF

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: breezy
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 08:54 AM

How many in the band?
Does Duncan go out solo?
The 'Windward' St Albans folk-song club may be interested.
We already have George Papavgeris
Have you played the bacca pipes in K'ly?
We also cover the Herga club.
Join up or do you have a wbsite?

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 09:03 AM

Dunc dun good, Breezy, I had a dip in his website this morning, and we have been communicating on the matter of my Houston trip.

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: GUEST,Raggytash
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 09:08 AM

Duncan, I am also a photgrapher of your acquaintence ! now doubling as publiscist ......are there no ends to this man's talents *grin*

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: GUEST,Duncan McFarlane
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 09:15 AM

Sorry people - unsure of protocol here.
Website is www.duncanmcfarlane.co.uk
all the best - DMcF

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: breezy
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 09:17 AM

been to the site

so he's a Nic fan

I think I like him

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 09:55 AM

And so you should Breezy - Dunc's a reet champion lad.
Book 'im for Snorbens pronto I say.

BTW, Woodshed Boys is a cracking CD, really does the band (and Dunc himself of course) justice. See Dunc's website - and the Netrhythms one when it's updated later this week - for reviews of his albums and gigs if you still need convincing.....

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: breezy
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 10:08 AM

Hey Moorley man, You just reminded me that I got Cockersdale booked for 21st May.

This Friday its George Papavgeris 4th CD launch at the Duke of Marlborough, Holywell Hill in Snorbens , that is if you can find it.
George has been chatting to yor Dunc man today what with Dunc's Cd launch being next week an all.

Does Vin Garbutt do any o duncs songs? he do Papa's

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: Folkiedave
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 11:12 AM

I have been privileged to hear Duncan and the Band on "The Woodshed Boys". It is absolutely brilliant.

Duncan and the band supported Chumbawamba at last year's Holmfirth and were brilliant. They are appearing there again and I am sure will be even better. Catch Duncan solo (one of his own songs "Bed of Straw" featured in English Dance and Song recently) and when he appears with the band - amazing. And the title song is great.

Regards,

Dave

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 12:13 PM

Bless Breezy, he's a fan...but let's not indulge in what my mates back in Greece call "comparing p***k sizes".

Good luck with the launch, Duncan! I will badger Breezy till he books you. Or we can do a sort of cultural exchange with your local club, share an evening in both places?

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 05:21 PM

Yes Breezy, hoping to make it down for the launch. El Greko's a star too, he should get on well with Duncan! We need more friends like these - so pass the ouzo.....

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: breezy
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 07:09 PM

My ones a lot bigger than yours, I know ,cos I've seen pictures of yours.

El G speak to mike S please.
cant get e-mail to jon mac at stort at present.
Will suggest to cllr for a tues

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: breezy
Date: 19 Mar 04 - 05:56 AM

Just got my 'Bed Of Straw' as a taster.

Yes it is good.

Well chosen clutch of song, most known but , very listenable, bouncy and v.g vocals.




Good luck Duncan

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: breezy
Date: 19 Mar 04 - 06:10 AM

I'm being blown away by the 'Woodshed Boys'

This is a the way to go El Greko.

Know a good drummer?

Its great to hear 'words' I knew its not been my hearing.

I wanna dance and jump around.

ither I've been leading a sheltered existance or its about time this gear got out and about more

'Dee Jig' is brilliant!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

and I'm only on track 3

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 19 Mar 04 - 07:08 AM

Just finished listening to Can't Go There...it's a cracker! Well done, Duncan!

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: AllyCat
Date: 22 Mar 04 - 05:14 AM

I bought the band's new CD last week in Borders, Leeds.
It's BRILLIANT!
But how come it's there when the launch is not till Thurs 25th at korks in Otley?
Title track 'Woodshed Boys' hits the spot for me!

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 22 Mar 04 - 07:06 AM

Just logistics, I guess Ally.
At my own launch last Friday, the music welcoming the punters until we started was from Duncan's new CD.
Go, Dunc, go!

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: breezy
Date: 22 Mar 04 - 07:18 AM

morning geo, hows Houston?

shh dont let on how we are at the cutting edge of folk

Titch done O K last night ,you would have been proud oof her as she performed 2 duets with Mose

attendance 15.

I like the dee jig.

this is froclking good stuff

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: GUEST,Geoff Taylor
Date: 22 Mar 04 - 11:03 AM

It is indeed logistics Ally.
We sent off promo CDs a couple of weeks back to publications, radio stations, fest organisers etc. It was also advertised on our website - and subsequent sales were made! We also approached Borders around that time and they've taken some on board.
The launch date was fixed a while back - before the CDs were ready - and, indeed, they came back from the manufacturers earlier than expected.
We're still gonna have one helluva party though - and play for two hours + some, we reckon.
G.T. (lead guitarist DMcFband)

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 22 Mar 04 - 11:44 AM

That thar noo CD of Duncan's just goes on sounding better with each play.
Go get it when y' can I say!

And as I mentioned in my earlier post, there's a longish ie full and fullsome review of Woodshed Boys up there on the netrhythms website - if this link works - www.netrhythms.com
(That site's worth a regular visit - unearthing the music of other unsung heros too by the way)

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 22 Mar 04 - 07:44 PM

Rocket-propelled folk-rock indeed (just read David Kidman's review).
MoorleyMan, could we trouble you for a review of the launch gig on this thread?

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: HipflaskAndy
Date: 23 Mar 04 - 04:45 AM

Only a quid to get in? Gasp!
And there's gonna be a competition, a raffle, prizes(!),
Maggie Boyle guesting with the band,
the band doing two long sets - and a bar!!!!
Hoorah! (Hic!) HFA

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 23 Mar 04 - 05:43 AM

Come on folks. What participatory activity would cost £1 only? (No Breezy, the one you have in mind doesn't count, and the £1 would be just for the little sachet - there's the wining, the dining...)

The Snorbans fan club wishes the band all the best for the night. Break a string. Better, break a banjo.

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 23 Mar 04 - 10:16 AM

Sorry El Greko, no can do - won't be at the launch gig for Duncan's CD (I'm singing "away" that nite. But I'm sure it'll be a grand show, and I wish Duncan and the band several broken legs. So get the Korks a-poppin'!

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: breezy
Date: 23 Mar 04 - 10:41 AM

sachet? wot sachet?
show me wht you're on about when you come back.
£1 to take part!



wassat?


Oh! you call it a sachet?
Does that come from the greek?

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: HipflaskAndy
Date: 24 Mar 04 - 03:34 AM

Feel free to sachet all you want down at the front - space will be provided for them's as wants to dance!
Or am we reading you wrong?
Personally, I need a brandy or two afore shaking a leg in public.
Pass the bottle - HFA

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 25 Mar 04 - 05:50 AM

It's tonight, you lucky people...give the man a night to remember! I am sure he will reciprocate.

Duncan, I'll be flying back as you go on stage, but will be thinking of you and your special evening. Skin'em!

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: Folkiedave
Date: 25 Mar 04 - 08:26 PM

Despite the long travel back to Sheffield I reckon I am the first one back from the launch.

The evening was magic - Duncan was on top form, Mr. Energy himself; Tony (bass) fingers up and down like a bride's nightie on a wedding night; Nick the drummer as good as ever; Ann the fiddle (was that a Bridge?) terrific, and Steve controlled the lighting and played the melodeon all at the same time.

To be fully serious - to perform like that in that venue (good as it was) required top quality sound engineering, talented performers and an appreciative audience. They were all there in spades, the latter stood around the walls. The place was full, the music was tasteful....(sounds silly for a description of a folk/rock band but it is true),
it is subtle and overwhelming at the same time. Duncan's own songs sound brilliant with the band.

As I write this the thought comes to my mind that I have not mentioned Maggie Boyle. I will be honest and say I was trying to keep her for myself. The woman is magic. What a great night!!

For those who have not heard the CD go and buy it.

One small complaint. The tee shirts need to come in larger sizes!!

Dave
www.collectorsfolk.co.uk

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 26 Mar 04 - 05:31 AM

Thanks for the report Folkiedave. Just got back to Blighty meself and sorry I missed it. I will listen to the new CD instead...

Well done, Duncan!
Tell us, how was it for you?

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: AllyCat
Date: 26 Mar 04 - 08:08 AM

What a night!
Mr Energy you say, Folkie Dave. Yer right there!
Over two hours of relentless high energy folk rock.
What a band!!!
You travelled from Sheffield? I talked to one Pete Murphy - he came over specially from Wigan!
And a couple from Nottingham were next to me.
some folk have obviously picked up on the vibe, but....
Why are they not more well known? Unbelievable!

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: HipflaskAndy
Date: 26 Mar 04 - 08:49 AM

Give 'em time AllyCat - the debut studio CD is only just out.
Reviews and (dare we hope) airplay to come over the next weeks/months.
They've only chalked up a few gigs in their relatively short existance - but are getting rave notices - and immediate bookings! - from those that DO hear 'em.
Last night's 'full house' sign saw 'em turning folk away, sadly.
But the 'launch' gig was an unbridled success for the band, and those packed in there. (Whatever happened to the fire regs?)

It'll grow (given the chance!) - let's see, eh? HFA

Subject: RE: Duncan McFarlane CD Launch
From: breezy
Date: 29 Mar 04 - 07:34 AM

22nd October 2004

Duncan Mcfarlane will appear in St Albans herts at the 'Windward'Folk-song club

Spread the word, advanced bookings now being taken.