BWitcher Posted June 29, 2008 Report Share Posted June 29, 2008 Not going to comment on the general music content as first I don't go for the music, and secondly it probably wasn't aimed at my age group anyway...............................but if you don't understand the inappropriate choice of the dambusters theme then I do serioiusly doubt your ability to provide the correct music background....................it's speedway my friend not warfare from 60 years ago...........that's racism in this century................so get that right. No it isn't racism. Its a theme from a film. That is it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marron Posted June 29, 2008 Report Share Posted June 29, 2008 The Grease Lightening display was also my first GP and i thought Saturday was the best one since then.........the right amount of time and good music to go with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCB Posted June 29, 2008 Report Share Posted June 29, 2008 In general it was great, but why do you insist in playing that song by the pervert Gary Glitter, it dosent seem right, his music isnt played on the radio and the only time the scumbag is mentioed on the Tele is when he is at it again abusing another poor innocent child. No more please, dont let this perverts music ever be played agian.I said the same last night. Must say not a bad night but have to bring to you attention that it is a family night and my 4yo nephew was not impressed with the "winkers song" perhaps a big mistake on your part to play this if his mother ever catches up with you a 4 year old would not have a clue what was meant by the song. If the kid understood the song you have to question their upbringing. Regarding wizard of Oz, that is my only real gripe, it doesn't work IMO. Agadoo and hokey Cokey work, what ever a few boring people who like to sit down at a speedway meeting claim, some of us like to stand, jump and dance. Land of Hope and Glory (BTW, you were in Wales, in speedway the rider compete as Brits, so the "England" songs don't go down well with some But I can accept that Scotty, Bomber and Ed are English) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty2hotty Posted June 29, 2008 Report Share Posted June 29, 2008 a 4 year old would not have a clue what was meant by the song. If the kid understood the song you have to question their upbringing. Totally agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW17 Bulldog Posted June 29, 2008 Report Share Posted June 29, 2008 a 4 year old would not have a clue what was meant by the song. If the kid understood the song you have to question their upbringing. Totally agree. Guess I'm with you now. Laughed at the time, then thought; hang on a minute, but looking back my 5 year old didn't have a scooby doo. Liked the overall theme of the music, but would have thrown a few different tracks in. Guess thats just like any other DJ tho'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirls Posted June 29, 2008 Report Share Posted June 29, 2008 I thought the music was great , the best so far at Cardiff. Loved the tunes for different riders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nevs Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 (edited) Bart, You asked for comments and feedback,don't feel you have to justify yourself and explain for any criticism for each track you played,just take the comments on board good and bad. You must have spent hundreds of hours working on that covering every possible scenario--You will never please all of the people all of the time-no point trying to defend yourself. We did the last Exeter meeting and I know how hard that was to try and tie everything up-took hours and hours of planning and late nights let alone what you achieved Saturday night. Always remember the time an irate lady aged about 75 opened the door to the press box looked 12 year old mini Nevs in the eye ans said simply "Less rap crap" and shut the door and wandered off to get a burger Dont be put off chap but also dont feel you have to defend yourself-you asked for comments so absorb those comments and move on from there-in the main seems most people are in favour of the atmosphere you tried to create last night and hell it sure came across watching it on sky again yesterday apart from the tongue in cheek tracks that seem to have upset a few people. You got 15,000 Union Jacks waving on second tier so that cant be be bad--Where the hell did they all appear from? was there one free under every seat????? Edited June 30, 2008 by Nevs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coma Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 He's from Aus...or Bristol.....not Oz. He's from Holstebro...nowhere near Copenhagen. Just find this playing rubbish old records just because they might have some vague connection to the rider, very naff and embarrassing. Especially when you've clearly failed CSE geography. It was Belinda Carlisle, who was fairly good. Some unknown bloke (someone Charles?) sang Delilah and Land of my Fathers and then sang the National Anthem not very well. Why not get Belinda Carlisle to sing it since we're paying her? (she'd know that one without miming wouldn't she?) Errr Why would Belinda Carlisle know our national anthem????? She's American! You know that big chunk of land across the Atlantic! Or did you fail your CSE Geography! Overall the music was great this year! Anyone who thinks last year was better should think back to that horrible "We love Speedway" chant to the tune of "I love rock n roll" by Joan Jett. They kept playing it over and over and was truly cringe worthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
driver17561 Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 was it me or did they play the winkler song by iver bigen if you dont know it look it up on youtube lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalkie Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 (edited) For me the music which accompanied incidents or was themed for riders was fine and a good idea-well done. The rest of it was absolute distorted, muddled, tripe (hardly fitting the description of music) which spoilt the whole event for me and makes me doubt whether I'll bother again. I feel that the music should be stopped when there are interviews being shown from the live Sky feed, so that you have half a chance, despite the boos and airhorns, of hearing what is being said. I don't have Sky at home but will prabably go to the New Inn in Swindon next year, so that I can hear what is happening and get a much better view of the action and save myself £8 or will it be £10 for a programme!!!! Edited June 30, 2008 by Chalkie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beesboybert Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 Superbart, I'm with the majority on here. I thought you did a superb job and would welcome you back at Brandon asap and hope you'll be at Cardiff for many years to come! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattK Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 I thought the overall presentation was excellent and the music both the variety and volume (loud) really added to the overall atmosphere, which was far better than anything I've ever experienced at club level. Thank God there was no Duffy, Scouting for Boys, Mika (until the fireworks) like we get at Swindon. Ironically, I actually thought the atmosphere died down whilst the races were happening and then picked up again when the music started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 Enjoyed the music, some really good stuff that added to the night. Didn't agree with Ivor Biggin because of all the kids, even if it did make me laugh. Also didn't agree with the reason the song was used, all riders deserve the total respect of those doing the presentation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOT Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 This was my first visit to a GP Meeting so as to the music from previous years i can not make a comment but i thought the choice of music on saturday night was FANTASTIC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazysue Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 For me the music which accompanied incidents or was themed for riders was fine and a good idea-well done. The rest of it was absolute distorted, muddled, tripe (hardly fitting the description of music) which spoilt the whole event for me and makes me doubt whether I'll bother again. I feel that the music should be stopped when there are interviews being shown from the live Sky feed, so that you have half a chance, despite the boos and airhorns, of hearing what is being said. I don't have Sky at home but will prabably go to the New Inn in Swindon next year, so that I can hear what is happening and get a much better view of the action and save myself £8 or will it be £10 for a programme!!!! For those of us who only had a broken screen to gaze at, the music was a godsend as we still had something to enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattK Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 For those of us who only had a broken screen to gaze at, the music was a godsend as we still had something to enjoy. What section were you in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazysue Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 Bend 3, the screen down near bends 1 and 2 was not working all night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srbramble Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 Bend 3, the screen down near bends 1 and 2 was not working all night. Hello Sue, its me. Thanks for your company on saturday night. Very enjoyable. Hope we bump into each other again, down at ippo, in the near future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazysue Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 (edited) Was good to meet up with you and your brother too Steve....I did post on one of the Cardiff threads (god knows which one now as there are so many!) that you were an excellent conversationalist, a great guy and not at all like the way you are percieved on here. Oh and thanks for the drinks.... I was clucked at by my room mate for getting back so late! Edited June 30, 2008 by crazysue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BjarneRubble Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 He's from Aus...or Bristol.....not Oz. He's from Holstebro...nowhere near Copenhagen. Just find this playing rubbish old records just because they might have some vague connection to the rider, very naff and embarrassing. Especially when you've clearly failed CSE geography. If it was a modern song, and actually relevant, it might just work. Glad you enjoyed yourself John. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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