Topic ID 2888
Anyone know which day in August the "Rock in the Castle" event will be taking place this year?
Reply ID 42426
sunday august 5th
Reply ID 42430
Is this a local crack cocaine habit display ? Very high minded I must say. Who writes this stuff ? , "Rock Concert" ???What on Earth is a "Rock Concert "?. I am bemused.
Reply ID 42460
quote:"Rock", I suspect, is a contraction of the American habit of calling any type of music which doesn't involve a symphony orchestra or opera singer "Rock'n'Roll". Though this generic term is unfortunate for those involved in "Folk", "Soul", "Blues", "Reggae", "Ska" and all the other musical catagories, it is hard to find a suitable and all encompassing alternative. Worse than that, "R&B" could mean "R&B", or the completely different "R&B". [?] As to "who writes this stuff?", the Hertford finger of suspicion points to one K. Saunders esq, in most cases.
Originally posted by warren_peace
Is this a local crack cocaine habit display ? Very high minded I must say. Who writes this stuff ? , "Rock Concert" ???What on Earth is a "Rock Concert "?. I am bemused.
Reply ID 42468
Perhaps I misinterpret Shunt but that feels derogatory to Kev who works bloody hard for local events, music in particular.
Reply ID 42474
quote:Indeed you are. I also was congratulating Kev on his efforts and pointing out how difficult it is to find suitable generic descriptions for what is always a varied programme of talents and styles.
Originally posted by Wrapper
Perhaps I misinterpret Shunt but that feels derogatory to Kev who works bloody hard for local events, music in particular.
Reply ID 42480
For me personally, this is the best open-air event in Hertford.
Reply ID 42483
Here here Nora batty.. I have such great fun and the bands are local and they have guitars, drums and noise.. you can dance, drink, sing along if you like and quite frankly I really, really look forward to this. Kev Saunders and all the supporters work so very hard, through red tape ( and there's stacks of that!) to get this thing up and running and lets not forget is for the isabel hospice in WGC and suggested entrance £2.00 each for 7 hours of entertainment. I always give more and suggest everyone does.. its a great Sunday and I am dusting off my "rock chick" outfit for its annual festival gig.. [:D]
Reply ID 42485
Really looking forward to it. It's great to see people of all ages enjoying the event. A lot of hard work involved for Kev Saunders and the others that want to provide us with great entertainment and give the bands a chance to show what they can do.
Reply ID 42530
Top man Shunt. I apologise.
Reply ID 42533
So definately no "Trip Hop" then,or "Progressive House " ? Sounds fun ,"To the regiment !".
Reply ID 42884
Yes the word 'rock' also means a lump of crack. Blimey, wish I'd spotted that cunning pun! As it happens I had nothing to do with the naming of 'Rock at the Castle'. I just do what I do because I'm asked and do my best to make it fairly good. Although 'Crack at the Castle' has a certain alliterative vibe, I doubt it would go down well with the cops. "Smack the Ditch Up', in reference to the moat, was also considered by the committee but after a nanosecond's deliberation rejected in case The Prodigy sued. I've done my best to ensure it's not 'Arseholes at the Castle' - which nearly rhymes. It is, after all, in Hertford. a place where people are genetically progammed to be sarcastic. And I'm one of them. Thanks for all the supportive comments. For what it is, where it is, and within the constraints we have to work with, it going to be pretty fecking good. Seriously though - get down there on August 5th. It'll be worth it. Honest. Really. And get there early. Then you might be too knackered to stay to the end and see me and Big Jim and a Hertford 'supergroup' doing the final set. In the end, I just do this stuff for the crack. So if you've got any...
Reply ID 42885
Oh yeah and by the way, if I were let loose completely DJ-wise, Trip Hop would predominate. I'm gonna be compiling a playlist for the event - so if loads of people want that kinda of groove I'm more than happy to oblige. Do you know the origin of the term Trip Hop? Bet you don't. It was coined by Ashley Beadle on hearing an early track by Marden Hill. That's Mark Daniels' band, which featured lots of Hertford people other than Mark, including yours truly.
Reply ID 42889
I always thought trip hop was something to do with the Massive Attack/Portishead/Tricky collaborations but each to their own.I often hear the "Blah Blah named Northern Soul" or "Balh blah named acid house" Now, what you really need is a classic acid house set , lots of bam bam, fast eddie then some fine detroit techno .Talk to me about Dance music, Im a Mancunian, very very much involved with the scene from the mid 80's to mid 90's and Ive got the half a ton of reckids to prove it. Good luck to you Kevin Saunders, you have the monicker at least.Im serious by the way, I really do hope it goes well, just hope theres no hassle at the castle.
Reply ID 42895
quote:Its amazing what you find you don't know! Dispite knowing both Mark & you for millenia thats a new one on me. Looking forward to it - good luck!
Originally posted by kevsaunders
Oh yeah and by the way, if I were let loose completely DJ-wise, Trip Hop would predominate. I'm gonna be compiling a playlist for the event - so if loads of people want that kinda of groove I'm more than happy to oblige. Do you know the origin of the term Trip Hop? Bet you don't. It was coined by Ashley Beadle on hearing an early track by Marden Hill. That's Mark Daniels' band, which featured lots of Hertford people other than Mark, including yours truly.
Reply ID 42896
quote:The mighty internet suggests that its more a Bristol thing Kev. Mind you, until about 10 minutes ago I'd have said it was something to do with a rabbit falling over [:I] Emerson Lake and Palmer anyone?
Originally posted by kevsaunders Do you know the origin of the term Trip Hop? Bet you don't. It was coined by Ashley Beadle on hearing an early track by Marden Hill. That's Mark Daniels' band, which featured lots of Hertford people other than Mark, including yours truly.
Reply ID 43259
Is there a running order yet for Sunday?
Reply ID 43261
quote:Apologies for CAPS ~~~ MAIN STAGE ~~~ (last act listed first) THE MARQUEE ALLSTARS Featuring Dave ‘Bucket’ Colwell (ex Bad Company), Kev Saunders, Big Jim Distortion, Jonathan Miller, Matt Chambers, Ed Brown, Chris Dunham, Phil Haines, Chris Eldred and Spiked) THE KNAVES THE PISTOLS (SEX PISTOLS TRIBUTE) THE 66 KICKS THE ARGONAUTS WAYLAID SPIKED CRIMZEN WASTED AHEAD OF TIME CREW DREGS OF SOCIETY ANYTHING IN MIND JUKE JOINT ~~~ THE ALLABOUT PROPERTY ACOUSTIC STAGE ~~~ (last act listed first) NUALA THE UKABILLY BIG BAND TOM DIBB KRISTIN CRILLY SAM SMITH JASON BOYD-HOLLIS PAT CRILLY SAM BAKER NATHAN THOMAS LEON COLVEN THE GEORGES ~~~ THE SPONSORS ~~~ HERTFORD TOWN COUNCIL HERTFORD MARQUEE GIG GEAR DATAGOD JFO LTD LANES PROPERTY SERVICES ALLABOUTPROPERTY.COM MCMULLENS
Originally posted by Alec
Is there a running order yet for Sunday?
Reply ID 43264
Does anyone know what or if drinking regulations will be happening i.e if we turn up with bottles of wine/pimms etc will we be be sent away to get plastic containers?
Reply ID 43266
Thanks for those Steve. Are there any timings against those?
Reply ID 43267
quote:Sorry, no
Originally posted by Alec
Thanks for those Steve. Are there any timings against those?
Reply ID 43272
quote:I stewarded last year & although technically no - I hope I used common sense.. Be discreet. - that said this year the policy may have changed..
Originally posted by KarenS
Does anyone know what or if drinking regulations will be happening i.e if we turn up with bottles of wine/pimms etc will we be be sent away to get plastic containers?
Reply ID 43277
The last thing anyone wants is this great event to be stopped in future, hopefully we are all sensible enough to respect what we have, clear up our mess, Etc....... Look's like the sun will be having it's [:)] on. Let's all enjoy - have fun and don't get sunburn
Reply ID 43278
Hi everyone I just saw people were asking for timings and tried to find the latest update and post it. But it's a PDF that won't let me cut and paste. So you'll just have to turn up at the start and stay to the bitter end! And pray the weather forecast is right. See you sunday. I think it's going to be really good. Oh yeah - re drinks etc. There's a bar but you bring what you like BUT not in glass bottles. cheers Kev
Reply ID 43299
Can I just duplicate last years post albeit moreso. Thanx guys for a brill day - the usual plandits will go out to Kev , Jim et al quite rightly but I thought the sound this year particually good - thats down to you Rob - DataGod if there was one......
Reply ID 43302
Excellent show everyone - The Batty family had a fabulous time, as usual. I especially enjoyed Dregs of Society and the Ukebilly Wotsits.
Reply ID 43303
It was great, and a big shout to the security company who sorted out the silly people who drunk to excess and then decided to brawl, its a shame alcohol has to be sold at these family events
Reply ID 43304
Discuss.. Whilst agreeing totally about the inadvisability of brawling, when does a family event (non-alcohol) become a fully fueled alcoholic non-family event & how do you suggest dealing with those who have consumed out-with the grounds? Personally I saw none of same – just a lot of people having a good time.
Reply ID 43306
quote:absolute nonsense
Originally posted by Earthmother
its a shame alcohol has to be sold at these family events
Reply ID 43307
Great day, best one so far. Plenty of great music and silliness (the rope swing into the river looked fun). Thanks to all the organisers for making this happen.
Reply ID 43308
I had a great time, met up with young and old I knew and hadn't seen for ages and we shared picnics/drinks! Hertford Town Council kept us tidy and I never saw any brawling, and if it did happen I hope it was dealt with, as this event is peaceful and fun. My third time on the trot and the best one so far. I particularly liked The Argonauts and 66 Kicks... Nuala was great and did "El Sol" semi acoustic... not with her balearic beat backing.. but nonetheless great. My only grip... It was soooo hot, I had to keep smothering myself with factor 90!!!! Well done Kev, Big Jim who roused us to enjoy and all the team.. I saw a load of chavs bringing cans into the event as I was leaving, I hope they were stopped.. if they had an interest in the music they wouldn't turn up at 6.30 pm would they??????
Reply ID 43319
quote:I've seen The Argonauts a couple of times this year and they never fail to impress. I think they are well on their way to stardom. Another band that really impressed me yesterday was 'Spiked' - How old (or rather young) is their drummer?!? Great music, great weather, great day.
Originally posted by Drama Queen
I particularly liked The Argonauts and 66 Kicks...
Reply ID 43392
The THE UKABILLY BIG BAND playing "Strawberry Fields for Ever" on the Acuostics Stage was surreal.
Reply ID 43611
bit late to be replying to this but... I think it was lemonjelly who asked how young the Spiked drummer is... Well three of them are 15 and one's 13. And also, we got 23 acts on stage, which adds up to more than 100 performers, all of whom are based locally. And 7000 people turned up and had a good time. And a few had a little punch up - but they would have been doing that in exactly the same place at the same time regardless. I think it's great that everyone was so up for that gig, turned up early, stayed and enjoyed it. We all know it's not exactly Glastonbury - but it's important in its own way because it's good and because it makes Hertford more fun to live in. The Isabel Hospice reaped £3500. The rest of us had a good time, harmed no one, and helped some. And I hope we'll reap what we've sown by doing it all again and again. Also wanted to ask everyone whether anyone got any video of any of the day. Reason I ask is that we've never had the money to pay anyone to document it properly and with the best intentions, enthusiastic mates never quite get round to it. I'd like to get a website together for next time that shows how good it was - so I'd be very grateful if anyone has got some stuff on tape/disk and would let me use it. If it's compressed so as to be emailable brilliant. If not, please email me to arrange to ftp it or meet me to hand over a DVD and get a drink handed back (if I'm not skint). Not being flippant or sarky. On August 5th I nearly became a hippie because everyone in Hertford was... Not 'cool' because that sounds crap. Not 'nice' because that's even worse. I think I'll go for fecking brilliant. Love the so-called mister music