wishyman Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 Hi folks, I know it's a blast from the past, but I have in my possession a lovely professionally framed picture and signed playlist from their final gig at the ABC in Glasgow on 5th March 2010. It was kindly donated by a band member, to a race night held in memory of my son, with all the proceeds going to BRAKE, who are a charity that help families who've lost youngsters on the roads. I've no wish to sell it, I'd much rather give it away to someone who'd appreciate it and hang it up. I've not done it justice in my description. If someone does want it send me a PM and maybe you could make a wee donation to said charity. I'll try and upload an image but I'm gash at such things. All the best Wishyman. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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wishyman Posted December 28, 2015 Author Share Posted December 28, 2015 (edited) As you can see I'm shit at anything fancy. I have taken pics and can send to anyone interested. Pics won't upload coz they're too big or something. (730x510) are the dimensions. Just smaller than a 32inch tv. Ian Kenny framing, framed it. Edited December 28, 2015 by wishyman 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grim O'Grady Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 I saw them only once when they played Manchester in the late 70's, there's a thread about them elsewhere on here & I think there's a few who would appreciate such a kind gesture far more, mate. Grimbo 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy boo Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 First gig I went to as an innocent 14 year old was The Stranglers at Glasgow Apollo and the support act were The Skids. They were on stage as we entered and I was blown away by the whole experience....couldn't beleive actually feeling the music through my internal organs!! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boghead ranter Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 I'm a fan (even more so the Stranglers as mentioned above). I don't want the memorabilia though, just wanted to answer the thread title. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wishyman Posted December 29, 2015 Author Share Posted December 29, 2015 I saw them only once when they played Manchester in the late 70's, there's a thread about them elsewhere on here & I think there's a few who would appreciate such a kind gesture far more, mate. Grimbo Thanks man, I will have a look for it. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grim O'Grady Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Thanks man, I will have a look for it. It's the Stuart Adamson thread just a wee bit down the page. Grimbo 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wishyman Posted December 29, 2015 Author Share Posted December 29, 2015 Got it, posted it. thank you man. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wishyman Posted January 12, 2018 Author Share Posted January 12, 2018 (edited) Any takers for the above one off? Moving house soon so I really need to get this item a good home. Edited January 12, 2018 by wishyman 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philpy Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Any takers for the above one off? Moving house soon so I really need to get this item a good home. Yes. I've got a wall in the living room where I keep some music stuff, it would really suit it. Funnily enough, I actually know Bruce Watson and his son Jamie. Love the old Scottish bands as well. I'll pm you. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wishyman Posted January 13, 2018 Author Share Posted January 13, 2018 Ok mate, its yours if you wish. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philpy Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Ok mate, its yours if you wish. Cheers pal. Will I need to collect it?? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philpy Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Just the one? Naw. I've no got mushroom left on the others. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wishyman Posted January 13, 2018 Author Share Posted January 13, 2018 1 hour ago, philpy said: 1 hour ago, wishyman said: Ok mate, its yours if you wish. Cheers pal. Will I need to collect it?? You can collect it if you wish mate or I could parcel it up and send it. I'll need to hustle up some bubble wrap and cardboard to protect it though. Don't want to damage it after all this time, it still has protective plastic on it so It'll look great on your wall. I'm sure Bruce would verify its authenticity. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hearthammer Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 Have seen the Skids and Big Country numerous times since 1977 (Skids) and1984 (BC), the last gig being 30 December last year in the Glen Pavilion. Big Country have become a poor karaoke version of what they were originally and, for me, Bruce Watson is not, and never was, a frontman. I appreciate the last gig was a "home" night, but that's the last 3 new years (PJs and GP) where they have disappointed big time. Won't pay to see them again. The Skids were marginally better that last night. Won't pay to see them again. Maybe its because i was spoiled seeing the original line ups so often, but there are some bands where the key member is irreplaceable. For me, BC fit that category. With Jobson, it was all about the visuals rather than the band replicating accurately the original sounds. Others may disagree, but it is with great reluctance that i admit to having given up on both bands. I still have the original LPs and some CDs that get big licks now and again, so the original music lives on chez moi. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Van Tee Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 11 minutes ago, hearthammer said: Have seen the Skids and Big Country numerous times since 1977 (Skids) and1984 (BC), the last gig being 30 December last year in the Glen Pavilion. Big Country have become a poor karaoke version of what they were originally and, for me, Bruce Watson is not, and never was, a frontman. I appreciate the last gig was a "home" night, but that's the last 3 new years (PJs and GP) where they have disappointed big time. Won't pay to see them again. The Skids were marginally better that last night. Won't pay to see them again. Maybe its because i was spoiled seeing the original line ups so often, but there are some bands where the key member is irreplaceable. For me, BC fit that category. With Jobson, it was all about the visuals rather than the band replicating accurately the original sounds. Others may disagree, but it is with great reluctance that i admit to having given up on both bands. I still have the original LPs and some CDs that get big licks now and again, so the original music lives on chez moi. Would loved to have seen the Skids back in the day, no real interest in doing so now. PS Would that have been wee pubs in Dunfermline area you saw them in 1977? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arch Stanton Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 I saw them at The Bungalow in Paisley in 1980. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hearthammer Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 Just now, Lee Van Tee said: Would loved to have seen the Skids back in the day, no real interest in doing so now. PS Would that have been wee pubs in Dunfermline area you saw them in 1977? Yes it was. Also an open air gig at the Glen Pavilion 77 or 78. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Van Tee Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 48 minutes ago, hearthammer said: Yes it was. Also an open air gig at the Glen Pavilion 77 or 78. Must have been pretty special. Can't claim to have seen any band who broke big in their very earliest days. Did you foresee big success back then? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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