Radio Shuttleworth Series 1 & 2

Here's a possible introduction to one John Shuttleworth, who's become somewhat of a national treasure here in the UK over the past 30 odd years (I think so anyway). In short, he's a fictional singer songwriter who plays on cheap keyboards and he's funny.

He did a couple of BBC radio series over 20 years ago with some special guests; some of whom are now no longer with us. Patrick Moore, Richard Whitely and Tony Hart give good accounts of themselves, but my favourite bit is John's duet with Barbara Dickson in series two, regarding the sale of a cabin bed.

 

Radio Shuttleworth Series 1 128kbps CBR

Radio Shuttleworth Series 2 128kbps CBR

Shape Up and Dance with Felicity Kendal

That Jane Fonda, who does she think she is? If she thinks she's got this workout record thing sewn up, she's got another thing coming. Step forward 1981's Rear of the Year winner, Felicity Kendal, with this posh effort. Well, posh as in her well-heeled voice is present, but the musical accompaniments are soundalikes so it's cheaper. Two songs by the Village People serve to motivate us, as 'feeling the burn' does reduce the agony a bit.

Fitness enthusiasts would play this record at 45rpm just to get it over with quicker, and UK hospitals were inundated by delerious middle-aged women in leotards and legwarmers, exclaiming that they were in the navy.

Shape Up and Dance with Felicity Kendal 256kbps CBR

Bernard Brooks - Swing & Sway Compilation Volume One

Back to teacore now and it's one of the best - Bernard Brooks! This is the first in a series of five compilations from his classic 'Swing & Sway' series. I can imagine that there's more swaying going on here than swinging, but we can't judge a book by its cover.

I was informed in the comments of my previous Bernard upload that we sadly lost the great man back in 2013, but the source is anonymous so can anyone confirm this? I've been able to find absolutely nothing about him such as what he did before he started releasing records, so if anyone can fill in the considerable blanks I'd be grateful.

Bernard Brooks - Swing & Sway Compilation Volume One 260kbps VBR

Jane Fonda's Workout Record

Another old one has been dusted off; we have Jane Fonda with her legs stuck up in the air, inviting us to exert ourselves. This comes as a double LP, with one record for beginners and another for advanced masochists, eager to justify the money they've spent. It seems to have done her some good though; she's in her mid 80s now!

It wasn't all plain sailing for Jane however. Just after she was born, her father Henry Fonda was given the news that Jane's heart was underdeveloped and drastic action was needed. The doctors said that they needed to give her a bacterial infection, to create an abscess. Shocked, Henry asked for an explanation. In response, the doctors said 'an abscess makes the heart grow, Fonda'.

Jane Fonda's Workout Record - Beginners 256kbps CBR

Jane Fonda's Workout Record - Advanced 256kbps CBR

The World Of Jeeves And Wooster

What ho! This one makes for a jolly old shindig; a selection of music from the renowned 30s throwback, 'Jeeves and Wooster' starring Fry and Laurie. Here are some more recent recordings of music from the time, interspersed with dialogue provided by the same fellows.

You could do a lot worse than to search up a bit of 'Jeeves and Wooster' to watch, for it really is a treat. Generally it's posh twits getting into scrapes, with amusing twists leading to happy resolutions; much like every book Wodehouse wrote. That's not to denigrate the great man of course, for his mastery of the English language has no match; his work is truly exceptional.

The World Of Jeeves And Wooster 320kbps CBR

Eastside Connection - Birthday Medley

Another re-up; this one marks a special day for me, as it's exactly ten years since I left a job I truly hated. I'm sure we've all had that feeling of walking out of places for the last time - or were we floating?

Anyway, we can certainly celebrate the birthdays of many well-known people. What about Alfred Hitchcock? He was an Essex boy don't you know. Or Rod Hull perhaps? Janet Yellen's birthday is today as well. I'm sure she could enjoy a lot of cake; never mind the resulting inflation.

But this one's dedicated to William Caxton who was born in 1422, maybe. He invented printing and is 600ish today! Nice one Bill. I hope you like disco.

As you can see, my copy is of a particularly garish nature. I'm not sure if some puke got invloved when the record was pressed, but it seems likely.

 

Eastside Connection - Birthday Medley 256kbps CBR

Nick Nicholas - Honky Tonk Piano Party

When your piano goes out of tune you have the option of asking a piano tuner to fix it, but this can cost a bit much if you're not selling many records. Surely it's better just to call it a 'honky tonk' piano and be done with it.

Nick Nicholas chose the second option and caused a sensation with his 'Honky Tonk Piano Party'. Even now, sellers on Discogs are asking a whopping 37p for this fine album which roughly equals the price of a Mars Bar. If you get it as part of a multipack.

He plinks and plonks his way through many standards which were popular in the early 1970s including the classic and much covered 'Winchester Cathedral', Cliff Richard's 'Congratulations' and a particularly jaunty version of 'Puppet on a String'.

So if you're looking for something to help you work, rest and play, then you could do worse than just getting that multipack of Mars Bars.

Nick Nicholas - Honky Tonk Piano Party 260kbps VBR