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[05 Dec 2008|02:08pm] |
TUK has a sale going on right now where everything on their site is 25% off until December 7th!
TUK not only carries shoes, they carry clothing & accessories from subcultural name brands like Fred Perry, Ben Sherman, EC star, adeline, Rock Steady and more!
https://www.tukshoes.com/
enter code "hohoho" at the checkout to get your 25% off
Also, I don't think I've posted here about how I've been blogging on my livejournal now about things I would've covered on my former website, Get Up Edina! I'm posting sales like this, recipes, some product reviews and little things here and there that may be of interest. All of these topics will be public, whereas my personal journal will stay private. Please feel free to add me if you're interested in one or both. It's much more simple for me to post one thing on there than cross posting to communities. This sale just had to get out to everyone!
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[11 Oct 2008|04:11am] |
 Alton Ellis performing in Los Angeles, 2006...Accepting a lifetime achievement award
http://djgreedyg.proboards77.com/index.cgi?board=music8&action=display&thread=13699
http://dancingmood.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1869
http://www.drumandbass-rec.com/event/event.html?c1_s=1&c2_s=1_1
A very reliable source....not the Jamaican Gleaner, but his own son Owen & Jim Obasa (close friend of the Ellis family) have confirmed that Alton Ellis passed away at 4:45AM on October 11, 2008.
Unbelievable.
Thank you, Alton. Thank you for all the music that you've performed that has changed the lives of more than you could ever fathom!
Why birds follow spring
Like the sun follows the rainbow
Now why some people sing
When others bow their heads in sorrow
But oh, why some trees are so tall
While others they stay small
Why's yesterday like today
It follows tomorrow
But oh whoah, lala ladada la
Lalala da dadada laaaa laaaa
Oh, why some trees are so tall
While others they stay small
Why some trees, oooohh, are so tall
While others they stay small
Why's yesterday like today
It follows tomorrow
Why, ladadadada, why, somebody please
Why some trees are so tall
While others they stay small
La ladada la la lala
Laa lalala la la lala
Ladadad la la lalala....
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[09 Oct 2008|02:59pm] |
There is yet to be a confirmed news source on the passing of Mr. Alton Ellis. For now, I will only consider this a rumor until a reliable news source posts it to be fact. There have been many rumors of his passing before, but all i've heard that is confirmed to be true is that he is fighting complications of Myeloma in London.
Alton Ellis was supposed to tour Japan later on this year, and I checked the rock-a-shacka website to find this -
This pretty much states that Alton's shows in November of this year will be postponed until after the new year due to his health, and to please pray for him.
This statement had to be posted relatively recently (as in, the last week or so) since I frequent both the R-A-S and D&B sites for podcasts.
Alton Ellis is 64 years old. Please pray for him & his family.
****x-posted to ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif) miss_upsetter , ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/community.gif) get_up_edina , howrudeareyou , traditionalska ****
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I just thought I'd make a note if any of you ladies are interested. It's at 10 bones at the moment. Thanks
and sorry for the x-posting
here's the link:
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZheartbreakerfashion
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| SOUL - sounds of underground london |
[07 Feb 2008|01:06pm] |
there was a doco on ITV about underground movements in english music.
it was called "sounds of underground london" or S.O.U.L.
i have a bunch of these comps... they are awesome.
i really want to see the tv series.
if any of you can track this down, i'll be your biggest fans ever.
do any of you have a copy?
or know where i can get a copy?
episodes.
The Mod Revival Generation - "Time For Action"
The Mod Generation - "Clean Living In Difficult Circumstances"
The Skinhead Generation - "54, 46 Was My Number"
The Soul Boy Generation - "The Soul Patrol"
The Rare Groove Generation - "Get On The Wrong Foot"
The Acid Jazz Generation - "Thelonius Monk and Melodius Funk"
The Teddy Boy Generation - The Edwardian Connection
Northern Soul Generation - "Keep The Faith"
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| The return of Magadog |
[04 Feb 2008|09:00pm] |
I don't know if anyone knows this, but Magadog just got back together and have been playing some shows in Florida recently. They played a show at the Skatepark of Tampa this past weekend, and somebody filmed a couple songs. So enjoy:
Monkey in the Whitehouse
Less Baltimore
They are talking about doing a small southern tour soon, probably in the summer. I'll keep y'all posted.
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[29 Nov 2007|05:33pm] |
Ben Sherman Polo
Ben Sherman Oxford
LONDSDALE polo
Gap Plaid Oxford
the current bid is at $21!! that's $5.25 per shirt!! INSANE!
Please bid or tell the ladies you know! OR! You could buy your little lady something cute to wear for christmas! she'll love you for having such good taste!!!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220176356188
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[09 Nov 2007|01:56pm] |
Ending in 4 hours!!!!
* Tonic Ben Sherman oxford
* Ben Sherman Polo
* Lonsdale Polo
* Plaid Gap Shirt
Current price is only USD$31!!! What a steal!
Please bid and help me pay my taxes!!!
CLICK HERE FOR THE AUCTION!!
I also have a selling journal with some great deals - vintage stuff, accessories, ska & reggae...lots of stuff! Please take a look! Shipping prices are included on this one, too! style_for_sale
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[02 Oct 2007|12:58pm] |
hey everyone -
more auctions!!
Ben Sherman Polo
Coldwater Creek Dress
The Flower & Willow World by A.C. Scott (published 1960)
Three Geishas by Kikou Yamata (published 1956)
XOXO mandarin bolero / Blazer
Vintage Green Tonic Dress & Jacket Set
Vintage Green Working Gal Dress
Vintage Champagne & Yellow Brocade Shift Dress
Vintage Black Funnel neck dress
Alkaline Trio/Blue Meanies split 45 - Bye Bye Love / The Corpse
Blue Meanies 33 - "Smother Me", "Happy together", "Pave the world (cake mix)", "Pave the world", and "F.O.R.D"
You can see my auctions here:
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ25QQsassZmissupsetter
Thanks for your time everyone - help me pay off my taxes!!
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| music for sale |
[01 Sep 2007|04:00pm] |
It is a very sad day for me
I am selling part of my record collection to keep my head above water
I'm keeping my cool albums and rarities
I've decided to sell these off (mostly compolations) because I know I'll be able to find them again more easily than some of the other records that I own.
So I wanted to post these on livejournal to my friends and people that may care FIRST rather than tossing them up on ebay and paying all sorts of fees.
Some of my first records are in this mix. As you know, compilations are the best way to hear new and different tunes that you wouldn't normally hear if you just got single artist albums. Not to mention all the classics
If you're interested in purchasing, please inquire and I'll get you a deal. First come first serve kinda thing. If I get more than one inquiry, you'll have to duke it out....or make me an offer I can't refuse. I always ship out priority mail. Depending on weight- you'll be looking at about 4.50-7 bones for shipping.
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| Ska weekend in Knoxville TN |
[27 Aug 2007|09:05pm] |
So, its about 5-6pm or so, and I was chilling on a roof with the lead singer for the Voodoo Glow Skulls. They are the only ska punk band that I would ever like, only cause they are old school.
We are sitting there talking about who knows what, and he looks over the ledge and pours his beer on some dude downstairs. The cops see him do it, and start shouting at him from below. I look over and I see them comming up. I look back to say something to the guy, and all is left is his beer, and I see his foot disapearing into a nearby window.
The apartment was filled with hippies and skins. A weird mix, but it worked. It was $5 all you can drink PBR all day. The apartment was right above one of the stages. As the party went on, somebody said I was Obi from westbound, and this dude was like "man, you guys rocked, duuude!" I said nothing and just went with it.
I see a beautiful skingirl in the crowd earlier. As I got drunker I got bolder. but being who I am, I did nothing as usual. Instead, I drank more beer and headed to the Tavern down the street for the after party.
I got into a minor fight with this girl that I was, well, you know. and out of nowhere maud_amanda pops in, and says "Hey! are you Justin!?" I say yes..and she intros herself, and at first I was like "holy shit, a livejournal friend" and then I was like "lets have more drinks".
I ordered 2 shots, a newcastle, and a german beer for Maud. Somehow I ended up with 2 newcastles, so I drank my shot, and drank my beers. Dave Hilliard is chilling down the bar from us, I had yet another drunken conversation with him that I dont remember. Come to think about it, I dont even know what me and Maud talked about.
2am rolls around, the after party band is still playiing, everyone is tapped out. Im trying to dance a bit more, but it was definitly bad news bears. My friend Kelly went to go makeout with my friend erin whom he met earlier at the party. My friend Mark and Erika were tapped out. I was somehow deemed an asshole by the end of the night by the girl I was, well, you know...
how could this night end?
We went to the pizza parlor down the street, I ate 4 slices of pizza.
next thing I know, Im waking up in the backseat of my car, in the downtown parking lot that I parked in.
its 6am. and Im hungover..what to do? what to do? I just grabbed my sack, and drove home that was 4 hours away.
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The show itself was alright. I missed eastern Standard Time, and I had already seen the other bands. It was like the Warped Tour of Ska though, and even though most of the bands were shitty, it was still put together pretty nicely. I give props to the guy who organized it. the streets were blocked off, and it had a great vibe.
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[22 Aug 2007|05:44pm] |
This is what I've been workin on for a few months now - Get Up Edina is now more interactive with its readers! Go check it out, go comment, and most of all, ENJOY!!!!!!
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[22 Aug 2007|02:48pm] |
My items are ending in less than 6 hours!
Please take a look at my items - I'm a single girl living on my own and being forced to wait until mid september to start my new job! This cash is help feeding me and my puppy, and pay my bills! Not to mention, this stuff is pretty nice and from a smoke free home!
TUK creepers - these are old creepers that have barely been used - THEY'RE THE TUK'S THAT ARE MADE IN ENGLAND!!! I wear a women's 7.5, and these fit me fine.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=220140792037&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT&ih=012
Phyllis dillon shirt up for grabs - a misprint from when I used to sell these off my site. This is a very lightweight ladies shirt. I'm not making these anymore, so this is your last chance!
http://cgi.ebay.com/Phyllis-Dillon-Shirt-Skinhead-Reggae-Rude-Girl-Ska-Mod_W0QQitemZ220140795265QQihZ012QQcategoryZ63887QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
ULTRA RARE! Ladies Blue Gingham Ben Sherman! I bought this and barely wore it - too small for my bust. I did however, sew in some hook & eyes so you won't get any sort of puckering, and you'll avoid playing "peek-a-boob".
http://cgi.ebay.com/Ben-Sherman-Blue-Gingham-Top-Skinhead-Mod-Rude-Girl-60s_W0QQitemZ220140799735QQihZ012QQcategoryZ63868QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
This needs to be ironed, so sorry for the wrinkles! Awesome tonic skirt - fits better and is longer than Merc! I've had a merc skirt and this is much better quality! I never wore this out - this was in my sewing pile and I never got around
to it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/RED-TONIC-skirt-Skinhead-Rude-Girl-Mod-60s-LIKE-MERC_W0QQitemZ220140802065QQihZ012QQcategoryZ63864QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
 
Lots of random cds - I keep finding all these damn cds that have been given to me over the years from bands, promoters, etc. Most of these have not been listened to,or have been lightly listened to...or they came to me without shrinkwrap.
http://cgi.ebay.com/HUGE-ska-2-tone-reggae-lot-Madness-Trojan-Inciters-oi_W0QQitemZ220140827485QQihZ012QQcategoryZ307QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
I also have a ton of other stuff including VINTAGE PATTERNS, NUTRISYSTEM, A VINTAGE LEATHER PURSE, CREEPERS, A DYLAN MCKAY PILLOW, (you know you want it) KANZASHI AND MORE!!
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ25QQsassZmissupsetter
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| San Diego |
[22 Aug 2007|01:53pm] |
Im gonna be in san Diego for a conference from September 4th to the 9th. I know some peeps in here are there, whats going on that week, anything good?
and also, has "This is england" come to the US yet?
oh yeah, and Ill be at the ska weekend in Knoxville this weekend too. anybody else going?
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| call for papers |
[22 Aug 2007|10:51am] |
"Global Reggae: Jamaican Popular Music A Yard and Abroad" February 18 - 24, 2008
CALL FOR PAPERS
(http://www.h-net.org/announce/show.cgi?ID=157777)
The Institute of Caribbean Studies and the Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of the West Indies, Mona announce an international conference on “Global Reggae: Jamaican Popular Music A Yard and Abroad.” The conference, to be held February 18-24, 2008, at the University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica and other venues on the island, is the third in a series focussing on Caribbean culture. The first, held in 1996, honoured the distinguished legacy of Professor the Hon. Rex Nettleford, Vice-Chancellor Emeritus of the University of the West Indies. The second, held in 2002, celebrated the work of the Barbadian griot/historian, Professor Kamau Brathwaite. This third conference, to be held in association with the Recording Industry Association of Jamaica (RIAJam), the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission, the Bob Marley Foundation, and the Jamaica Tourist Board, pays tribute to the generations of musicians who have created reggae – Jamaica’s distinctive contribution to world culture. These icons include: Count Matchuki, Don Drummond, Lee “Scratch” Perry, Count Ossie, Mrs. Sonia Pottinger and Prince Buster.
The conference and associated reggae concerts will consolidate and disseminate knowledge on the global impact of Jamaican popular culture. The third Conference on Caribbean culture will amplify the soundings from the 1995 symposium, held at the University of the West Indies, Mona, and co-sponsored by the Reggae Studies Unit and the Bob Marley Foundation, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the birth of Jamaica's premier cultural ambassador, the Hon. Robert Nesta Marley.
We invite submission of research paper abstracts and poster proposals by October 12, 2007. Submissions should include:
1) an abstract or proposal of not more than 300 words;
2) one copy of a cover page with name, affiliation, contact information and short bio (75-words or less).
Send submissions to:
Kam-Au Amen
Conference Co-ordinator
Reggae Studies Unit
Institute of Caribbean Studies
Faculty of Humanities and Education
University of the West Indies, Mona
Kingston 7, Jamaica, Caribbean
Deadline for abstracts and proposals is: October 12, 2007
Deadline for final papers is: December 28, 2007
For further information contact the Global Reggae Secretariat at:
Email: globalreggae2008@uwimona.edu.jm
Tel: 1 (876) 977-1951
Fax: 1 (876) 977-3430
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[17 Aug 2007|02:00pm] |
CLICK THE PHOTO TO SEE MY AUCTIONS!
I'm tightening my belt a few notches while I wait to start my new job, so I'm selling off more stuff on ebay at super duper low prices!!
* Nutrisystem stuff - interested in trying nutrisystem? I'm selling off a few snacks n stuff. My mom & nana have been doing this and has lost a ton of weight - seriously. The food is surprisingly good, too!
* ORIGINAL MADE IN ENGLAND TUK creepers! You cannot find these ANYWHERE anymore.
* Phyllis Dillon shirt - small little blip on this shirt - I used to sell these on my site.
* DYLAN MCKAY PILLOW! Totally awesome. Cuddle with the 90210 hunk at night. awwww....
* ULTRA RARE Women's BLUE GINGHAM ben sherman oxford! Stop wearing men's ben shermans already!
* Red tonic skirt!!! Better than merc!!
* Ultra awesome vintage aqua leather purse - closes by magnets! AMAZING!
* Green Tonic 60's Shell Jacket - so Jackie O.
* Kanzashi! Can't be a Geisha or Maiko? This'll get you close. Handmade in traditional tsumami fashion by yours truely!
* 10 vintage patterns - all in great condition!!
* 14 Ska & reggae cds! Trojan, 2Tone, Ska, Reggae, you name it!!
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| legends of ska video |
[22 Jul 2007|12:45pm] |
Hey everyone -
I had a very odd encounter this past week at a party when I was in MN.
I was just hanging out with my fella friend, as his band was playing a party for a plastic surgeon's 40th birthday party (yeah...ska band playing at a plastic surgeon's party...weird), but then he just grabbed me by the hand and said, "there's someone here I want you to meet!"
Guess who it was? THE GUY WHO ASSEMBLED THE LEGENDS OF SKA SHOW AND WHO IS MAKING THE MOVIE.
I know a lot of you were wondering what was going on with this, as the show was in 2001, but he's been running into a lot of difficulties in funding. However, it is still in the works, and it sounds like a grand project. It will be a full length movie with performances and interviews, and will possibly have some screenings. Also, he mentioned possibly another show of the like in Fall of 2008. ISN'T THAT FREAKING AMAZING??!
Just thought you all would appreciate some info on it. The legends of ska video WILL eventually be released!
Here's more info:
http://www.legendsofska.com/
(the full trailer is on the site, just take a gander at all the artists!)
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