New podcast from the PHL people
Category: Music

New show. Download today for tracks and banter.
Check us out on iTunes, or our RSS feed http://roughdogger.libsyn.com/rss
You can also find and vote for us on:
http://www.podcastalley.com/podcast_details.php?pod_id=52722

Tracks from: Small Town Bullies, The Faint Hope, Frank Miller,aMiFuBa, and James Warner Prophecies.

Pronunciation problems, Christmas gift ideas and bad wind.

http://www.myspace.com/smalltownbullies
http://www.myspace.com/thefainthope
http://www.myspace.com/frankmillerpop
http://www.myspace.com/amifuba
http://www.jameswarner.co.uk

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Pics from Park Hall Live 07 - Plus Promote your Band on our Podcast
Category: Music

Currently listening : Brand New Second Hand By Roots Manuva Release date: 23 March, 1999

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From the ashes of Park Hall Live - new podcast coming soon
Current mood: Perspicacious
Category: Perspicacious Music

From the ashes of the Park Hall Live festival comes a new music venture. Rough Dogger will be a regular podcast reporting on new music from the Midlands and beyond. We will feature tracks, reviews and interviews. Guests will include promoters, fanzine editors and band members from those doing the rounds of pubs and clubs to the recently signed. Rough Dogger was created out of the frustration we felt at local media, unwilling to support the great acts we know to exist in the region. We hope to become a resource for musicians and music fans, as well as a decent half hour of free entertainment. In a band? Want a gig? Whether you're in a band or are a solo performer Rough Dogger can help you. Send us an mp3 and we'll play it on our podcast, plugging any gigs you may have and passing your name to people with the power to book you. Personalise your submission by recording an intro to your track. Send stuff to mp3@roughdogger.co.uk. Bored of fake "friends" and staring at a computer screen? Get out more. Let Rough Dogger be your guide to decent up and coming entertainment. We've seen queues of frustrated music fans turned away because they were too young to get into the gig. We'll make sure you know when and where the next all-age or 14+ shows are. What's in a name? Yes it's a daft name, but you'll remember it. Make friends with us at http://www.myspace.com/roughdogger.

Currently listening : Milk Teeth By Patchwork Grace

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Today’s paper and stuff
Current mood: cakey cakey
Category: cakey cakey Music

We're in today's Ilkeston Advertiser. Lovely pictures by the equally lovely Craig Lamont in the print edition, but you can read the article at:
http://www.ilkestonadvertiser.co.uk/news/Park-Hall-Live-went-out.3153660.jp

*We've not really got proper titles, but I did tell Craig that I'm 'Director of Communications'. And actually I reckon that Craig's title should be 'Director of Performance Co-ordination and Stage Liaison'. Dan's 'The Leader' (CEO). Jimmy's 'Director of Estate and Resources'. Phil's a bloody genius or 'Director of Electrical Facilities and Booze Disposal' and Rob's a legend or, as Scott once described him, 'the most connected man in Derbyshire'. 

Currently listening : Mr. Beast By Mogwai Release date: 07 March, 2006

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A few words from Jane (Dan’s Mum)
Current mood: Grateful
Category: Grateful Music

Jane sent this via email:


I would like to add a few words about PHL

It was smashing to see so many visitors thoroughly enjoying themselves at PHL, thus all the hard work put into the event by committee, family and friends, was worthwhile.

Dave and Jim did a fantastic job preparing the event field over the past year and managing to keep it in tip top condition despite the previous rainy weather.

During the previous week the team spent their precious spare time moving equipment from various places and erecting tents. We were also lucky enough friends in high places, who provide us with the stages. West ransport and Nelson Haulage.

Emma and her team of friends enjoyed keeping the visitors at PHL well fed with the brilliant BBQ, cooking 800 burgers and sausages, along with a tasty veggie curry freshly cooked by Charanjit and her lovely family.They all worked extremely hard.

Visitors were kept well watered by Jayne and Phil who kept the bar running smoothly for 12 hours.

Kathryn and her crew offered a collection of chocolate and soft drinks, keeping everyone sweet during the day.

It was good to see a couple of new stalls at PHL. For the more adventurous you could have your hair colourfully plaited, a pretty henna tattoo or a reading of tarot cards.

Phil was kept very busy on previous days, with all the electrical work. Thanks to him our stalls were well lit.

The bouncy castle provided lots of free fun for everyone, thanks to the good management of Phil's mum.

The security team did a fantastic job keeping order around the site. Some of the this job looked quite stressful, but they handled the huge responsibility exceedingly well, and with a smile on their faces. Big Dave missed the music event so he was in top form for the night shift.

The support on Monday was awesome, as litter picking took place along with the general tidying up. This was done with enthusiasm by family and friends, especially when it became finders keepers!
But also I would like to say a big thank you to all the visitors who enjoyed the marvellous day, who behaved well, and who helped us tidy up. It was good to see everyone having FUN!

I am so proud of my family and our friends for their success in making Park Hall Live such a fantastic event , and helping to make a boy's dream come true!

Thank you everyone for the positive feed back.

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Last Sunday - PHL07 The End.
Current mood: Exhausted
Category: Exhausted Music

Five grand, people, five grand! Five thousand of your English pounds were raised at Park Hall Live last Sunday. I was going to leave that till the end, but I'm too excited to do that. Thank you so much for all your support. I'm pretty sure Ivy House School are going to be pretty chuffed when we turn up with that huge cheque. It makes quite a difference to the pupils and staff. The money we raise helps fund holidays, day trips and activities. Not simple things to organise when you have a bunch of kids with varying disabilities.

Yesterday I spoke to the Derby Evening Telegraph and the Ilkeston Advertiser. We'll be on page 12 of today's Telegraph and somewhere in Thursday's Advertiser. The Telegraph took loads of photos and I sent a bunch into the Advertiser, so you never know you may see yourself in the paper. There's still a load to do, such as updating the website, collating all the photos from people, and having our final meeting before Dan, our fearless leader, jets off on his world tour. And no wonder we're tired, we've been at this since late 2003. Time for a break . . . But first a few words about last Sunday.

The big secret, that I apparently ruined by telling Kelly, and talking about it within Jamie's earshot, was our surprise bagpipe set performed by Craig's Dad, Mr Hugh Lamont. Only a handful of people knew about it, and I think it was a great way to wake up the crowd and prepare them for a bigger, better and oh so much grander Park Hall Live. And as the strains of 'Amazing Grace' faded away I bounced onto stage to welcome everyone and introduce The Jet Boys. The lads provided what was probably the most energetic opener we've ever had, and to certainly the largest ever crowd a PHL first act has seen. 

Next we had the first of our demos from the Onza Trials team. Joe's nerves soon seemed to disappear as he rallied the crowd into cheering for the riders. As the day progressed the stunts got trickier and trickier and I don't think there was anyone in the field who wasn't impressed by the display of skill and daring. All of this was set to a classic rock soundtrack provided by superstar DJs Wolfman and It.

The Full Biffta stage benefited once again from the experience and genius of PA Pete from Flying Dragons. We're always proud that Park Hall Live's main stage boasts the best sound of any local festival, and it's all down to the hard work that Pete puts in. Over on the Unplugged stage, Wolfman and It manned the PA. Our first acoustic act was Geoff and Ocean of Curlbooster 2. Ocean did a fine job of Kate Nash's mockney hit and some tune by Avril 'Oooh I'm so punk' Lavigne, but it was the classic CB2 hits of the past few years that really made an impact. I think their biggest fans were Trib and Jamie. In fact, Trib almost exploded when he recognised the first few chords of 'Train Driver'.

It was a day for dressing up, and Kurt Dirt from The Exorsisters looked rather fetching in his pink wig. The boys from the north asked me to introduce them as having been plummeted to Earth from space on a meteorite and raised by dogs in Barnsley. And you know what? I believe them.

Paul Miro took time away from Apes, Pigs and Spacemen to perform a solo acoustic set on the Unplugged stage. Paul had been recommended by Rob 'Laney74' Lane and we weren't disappointed. We have a lot to thank Rob for, and the company he works at Image Printing. They provided the wristbands, posters, programmes, tickets and lots more. We piled loads of work on Rob and probably almost broke him. We definitely owe him a bumper bag of Werthers. 

Rob's Teenage Casket Company bandmate Spike was next on the Full Biffta playing a variety of instruments, some of which I'd get wrong if I tried to name them all. Spike's normally at the back of the stage, and it was great to see him at the front soaking up the adoration of an appreciative crowd.

Iain's Unplugged set proved that he is more than just a 'singer in some band' as his MySpace modestly proclaims. He's bloody brilliant. So book him while he's still affordable.

I have to admit I was worried about this next lot, not because I didn't think they were a decent band, but because we thought they may have had a few too many looseners before their slot. However, the slightly sloshed fellas made their way up the ramp, and then broke through the curtain to become the tight-sounding rock troupe Isolysis. Oh, and much to our relief they didn't swear. Thanks lads.

For the hard of hearing this is how I introduced the only band at PHL07 named after a theoretical quantum physics experiment – "Wir sind ganz, ganz glücklich daß wir heute hier Schrödinger und die Katze haben." And for those watching in black and white – "We are really, really happy that we have here today Schrödinger and the Cat." Pretentious? Perhaps, but then the name lends itself to it. They then went on to perform what Steve described as a set of songs by "dead birds and Ozzy Osbourne".

We once saw Bruce Myers perform in a cave and were really impressed. We were also grateful that he didn't turn us down after I'd approached him with the smell of a bucket of whisky on my breath. Bruce is in charge of the open mic at The Golden Fleece on Mansfield Road, Nottingham. They do it every Monday so you should pop along and say hello, and thank you for a great set at Park Hall Live 07.

Down Angel came on to do their farewell gig. I wish I'd seen more of it, if only because the bassist is a real hottie. Unfortunately, I had to accompany the stewards to an 'incident'. One thing I won't miss about Park Hall Live is that as we've got bigger we've had more problems to deal with. Some people aren't content with fourteen great bands, a friendly atmosphere, free activities and extreme sports. It seems they have to cause bother. It's tempting to rant here, but that would let the minority continue to ruin it for the majority of happy campers. If anyone's interested in hearing me moan for an hour or so, just get me a whisky at the next Big Zee's Party 7 and ask me if we had any problems at PHL07. Anyway . . . Down Angel were ace and it's a shame they've called it a day.

There are some things a man shouldn't have to see, especially not more than once. One of these is Crip's arse. For some reason the Patchwork Grace boys decided to drag up and get changed backstage, in the open air, and not in the 'green room' (Phil's big tent thing). Young Crip then kept flashing his buttocks. Oh dear. Luckily their performance was better than the sight of their guitarist's bum. PWG definitely had some of the day's more vocal fans. I only had to whisper the name into the mic to set off a round of cheering. Brilliant stuff. I can't wait for the album, out on September 10^th.

PWG were the first band to benefit from the Raw Lighting & Power rig, however it was Dip's set when the real light show kicked. There are some awesome photos knocking about of the Dip lads doing their stuff at PHL07. Dipman returned, tempted out by cans of cider, to help distribute beach balls as Dip sang the specially penned 'Goodbye Park Hall Live'. I got a mention in the lyrics and am unbelievably giddy about that fact. Anyway, it proved a storming hit and the lads were their usual top quality entertaining selves.

The first time we saw this next lot they were supporting an Israeli jazz-funk-hip-hop-sounding outfit called The Apples up at The Maze in Nottingham. They had us grinning like buffoons and we knew we had to book them. Apparently Big Pete was in a jazz trance all the way through their set. Craig from Dip thought it was the soundtrack to some classic porn. Whatever, it was ace. They even had one of their mates dress up like Lily Allen and Bez-it-up on stage. Genius. Next time they make the trip up from Suffolk we'll be there.

Basketcase saw us out with a cracking set of rock and punk classics. Some people remembered them from the first time around. Geoffrey Jumper took a scoot down memory lane as he told me about seeing some of the bands in their heyday, while others just recognised a good tune when they heard it.  'Nelly the Elephant' was great fun as always, especially on the bits we all joined in on. And didn't Dan do well on replacement bass?

Basketcase and then it was time to retire to 'Dip Village', for a quick sniff of Daz's Jim Beam Black and a rendition of the theme from snooker as played by Craig on Daz's acoustic guitar. Bye bye everybody, bye bye.

Tris.

Some of the messages we have received:

"amazing. thank you. x"

RedmonT

"Maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan ... we TOTALLY loved it !! Thanks to you guys for putting on such a GREAT event ... really, really loved every moment ... what an absolute BLAST! Glad it was a success for you ... I'm insanely jealous cos I want Trash-Stock to be like that one day!"

Jaimz Riot

"Park Hall Live just to sum it up into one word was 'AWESOME' It was the best music festival that Ilson and beyond has ever had and I'm just so glad to have been to all 4!!!"
JoE! IPC!

"was a brilliant day a pleasure to be involved, well done everyone.
gonna miss PHL."
WOLFMAN & IT.

"Park Hall Live was the greatest summer event EVER. Because nothing EVER happens in Mapperley. It was just a pleasure to help out. Gna miss it. XxX"

Trib

"AWESOME! BLOODY AWESOME!!
NEED SLEEP NOW!!
Thanks again for having us along guys, we'd love to do it again.
Stay funky!!"

Small Town Bullies

"Thanks for putting on such an ace do yesterday guys, and thanks for having us on. it was a blast !!!!"

The Exorsisters

"AWESOME
we are so gutted its the last one :(
thanks for having us,was one of the best gigs we have played at so far :)"

The Jet Boys

"thanks for all the effort you've put in over the last 4 years,we had a great time and are proud to say that we did all 4!!
it was a great day and i hope you put on other events in the future
best of luck to you!
carrie & paul"

VS2 Alternative Giftwear

There are plenty more but I'm sure you can leave some extra ones of your own in the space below.

Oh and before I forget, Lammo - We never did shave Phil . . .

Currently listening : Daft Punk Is Playing at My House By LCD Soundsystem Release date: 07 March, 2005

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Press pack, big blog coming soon (see below for details)
Current mood: knackered
Category: knackered Music

I've just spoken to the Evening Telegraph. We'll be in the paper tomorrow on page 12. We should also be in the Picture Telegraph at the weekend.
I'm writing a little something for the Advertiser but I don't know whether or not it'll get in. We might get squeezed out by a plug for a nail bar or details of a jumble sale.
I'll write a blog about last Sunday fairly soon. In the meantime please send us messages, comments, etc and let us know what you thought of Park Hall Live 07. We've already had some great lines from people, and they'll get included in the big blog.
We love moo all!

Currently listening : Rise Up By Thomas Mapfumo Release date: 12 June, 2006

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Sunny Sunny Park Hall Live
Current mood: moovellous
Category: moovellous Music

According to the BBC weather people, Sunday is going to be a scorcher, perfect for Park Hall Live's finale. And what better way to spend a sunny Sunday than getting a tan and watching fourteen brilliant bands, and all for the bargain price of £8? You can even stay over at our place if you fancy a drink, and don't want to worry about driving. Yes indeed, £3 gets you a camping pitch so you can put up your tent, park your camper or whatever your wigwam.

We had the t-shirts delivered last night and, we may be biased here, but they're chuffin' ace! Bring your pocket money and get in quick because we've only got a limited number of these very beautiful, high quality garments. They went very fast last year. We have them in S, M, L and XL. And we've also got them in the girlie T style in an assortment of sizes.

We're having a variety of pin badges made up, some with the logo and some with a very special catchphrase. PHL veterans will know what we're on about.

Every year we give away a free programme. It has info on all the bands, a handy running order and a couple of articles by Dan and Tris. We'll only have a few hundred printed so don't leave it too late to turn up otherwise you might miss out.

The free bouncy castle and knock em off Gladiator game are back. We expect Big Pete to reign supreme on the latter once again.

Stall this year include: merch stand, VS2, Zebra Muzik, henna tattoist and a tarot reader.

There's so much more to say, and some things we're keeping a secret. You'll just have to see for yourself.

And just one thing before we go. Last year we drew up a list of rules, basically it boils down to this: don't be an arsehole, don't set fire to things and don't bring glass bottles (cos they hurt hooves).

So that's that. See you Sunday people.

The Moo Team.

Currently watching : Spaced: The Complete First Series [Region 2 Import - UK]

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Fun and frolics in a field - This Sunday
Current mood: Very excited
Category: Very excited Music

For twelve hours this Sunday the sleepy village of Mapperley, near Ilkeston, Derbyshire, comes alive to the sound of the year's most moo-vellous party. And it's all for a good cause.

Park Hall Live, the charity music festival, returns for one last time with two stages featuring fourteen fantastic bands. And that's not all, echoing the success of the USA's Vans Warped Tour, Park Hall Live will play host to a display of extreme sports. Throughout the day riders from Onza will be showing off their skills next to the 'Full Biffta' stage. Onza have been creating trials bikes for over ten years and are now the leading British trials bike manufacturer, with a team that consists of some of the best riders in the world.

The first band of the day will be The Jet Boys, discovered after a search for an opening act was launched by the organiser leading to a flood of entries. They're a four-piece band from the Ilkeston and Nottingham area that describe their sound as raw, romantic rock'n'roll. Park Hall Live will be a showcase for some of the most talented bands in the local area. These include the recently signed Patchwork Grace, promoting their debut album, 'Milk Teeth', released on 10 September, rock monsters Isolysis, cover kings Basketcase. Jazz funk fun and frolics will be provided by Small Town Bullies making the trip up from Suffolk, while heading down from the opposite direction will be Blackburn-based The Exorsisters with a sound that exists somewhere between and beyond glam, punk and garage rock.

The family friendly event provides a free bouncy castle and a compelling competitive jousting game reminiscent of classic TV show Gladiators. Appetites can be sated at the tasty barbecue and reasonably priced bar. Stalls this year include friends of the festival Zebra Muzik, a band merchandise stall, tarot reader and henna tattooist.

Entry to the event is £8 on the gate, with camping at just £3 per pitch. Under 10s get in for free. The money raised will go to Ivy House, a school in Derby for children with disabilities.

The music starts at 12pm with a DJ set from Wolfman and It. The gates, on Park Hall Lane, near West Hallam, open at 11am. Further information can be found at parkhalllive.co.uk and myspace.com/moo_space.

Please note as it is a working farm we request that people do not bring glass bottles. Glass hurts hooves. Ta very much.

Currently listening : Milk Teeth By Patchwork Grace

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Directions to Park Hall Live
Current mood: navigated
Category: navigated Music

Sunday 26th August 2007. Gates 11am.

Stick the postcode, DE7 6DA, into your satnav or journey planner, or follow the public transport advice below.

Bus from Derby
Get the Black Cat bus from Derwent Street. Ask for West Hallam crossroads, this should drop you off just across from Mill House Rover Garage on High Lane West (following on from Belper Road).
There will be cow signs to point you down Park Hall Lane.

Bus from Ilkeston
Catch the Black Cat from either Ilkeston Hospital or Ilkeston town centre (across from the Co-Op). Ask for a ticket to West Hallam crossroads. This will normally get you dropped off just around the corner from Mill House Garage, just before West Hallam community centre. The bus takes you along Derby Road, passing AMF bowling, the Fire Station, Straws Bridge etc, and onto High Lane. On High Lane you will pass the Newdigate (on your right) and the Bottle Kiln (on your left). The turning at Mill House Garage is a crossroads. Where you turn left into West Hallam you need to take the right hand road into Park Hall Lane. This is a windy country lane. There will be plenty of cow signs up to guide you. Depending on how fast you walk it should take around 5 - 10 minutes on foot to reach the festival.

Bus from Nottingham
Get the Rainbow 2 from Nottingham, Victoria Centre, to Ilkeston then follow the directions above.

Currently listening : Rant in E-Minor By Bill Hicks Release date: 25 February, 1997

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