dcdeb Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) Island Records - Happy Birthday (2U) Bill Prince 21 May 2009 13:35 How do you celebrate the 50th anniversary of Chris Blackwell's Island records - the rum shack that became a head shop that installed a glitterball that turned into a Joshua tree? The label that in its prime could have got a hit out of a hatstand (and probably did)? Simple: you take over the hippest record store in London (Phonica, 51 Poland Street London, W1. 020-7025 6070), install an exhibition of artefacts and memorabilia spanning five decades in the event space below, and invite a few hundred friends, family and fans to hear PJ Harvey perform. No, U2 weren't there last night and Amy Winehouse didn't play. But Don Letts DJed (and if Letts wasn't around to turn the Beatles on to drugs, he was there to turn the Clash onto reggae, which is still the second most important moment in British music); Fairport Convention producer Joe Boyd chatted to helium-voiced poppet Mika while musicians, managers and moi marvelled at the exhibits that draped the walls. Alongside the photographs (how young were Free when they started?! Oh, yeah - between 15 and 17. Are you listening Kasabian?) and freestanding artworks (including one of six Trabants the label bought for £2,500, including postage, to publicise Achtung Baby) was a vitrine full of the bottom drawers of countless Island staff: backstage passes from endless-sounding U2 tours (a pair of Bono's furry Fly boots nearby); the Akai drum machine DJ Shadow used on his still scintillating "Endtroducing..." and away in one corner - fitting, that - handwritten lyrics to "Way To Blue" and the guitar Nick Drake played on Bryter Layter. (It's labelled as a Martin D28, although it looked to me like a 00028 - more in keeping with the small-bodied Guild he's pictured playing on the cover.) And for the birthday gift from them to you that keeps on giving, the exhibition is staying put for a month, so if you've any interest in the cultural life of the last 50 years, or you simply want to breeze around one of the barmier basements in London right now, head to Phonica. http://www.gqmagazine.co.uk/gq-daily-news/articles/090521-bill-prince-island-records.aspx Edited May 22, 2009 by lollipop_monkey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allegra Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 what's "poppet"? puppy who sings pop? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 helium-voice poppet??? oh dear thanks for posting deb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naectegale Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 what's "poppet"? puppy who sings pop? That's as good a definition as any per wikipedia "The word poppet is an older spelling of puppet, from the Middle English popet, meaning a small child or doll. Poppet is also a chiefly English term of endearment." It's usually used for small girls, although my neighbours named one of their cats "Poppet" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allegra Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 That's as good a definition as any per wikipedia "The word poppet is an older spelling of puppet, from the Middle English popet, meaning a small child or doll. Poppet is also a chiefly English term of endearment." It's usually used for small girls, although my neighbours named one of their cats "Poppet" thank you very much in others words.... a TOY BOY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naectegale Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 thank you very much in others words.... a TOY BOY yep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlindee Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Helium-voiced poppet:aah: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guylainem123 Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 but did reporters run out of adjectives when talking about mika's voice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdeb Posted May 21, 2009 Author Share Posted May 21, 2009 Found a photo, only one so far: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 champerz for us darling? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Found a photo, only one so far: mwahahahahaha google whores! hey what a poppet look and smile! adovable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 too late BS, too late..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huikings Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Found a photo, only one so far: wow thz!!! he looks casual:teehee: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naectegale Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Found a photo, only one so far: But what a lovely one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naectegale Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 champerz for us darling? Not champagne - it has a screw top A very nice bottle of red, I think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dilek Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Found a photo, only one so far: he looks funny:lol3: and i found another one. no pics though. http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5ji94FLEhJLe59uueYqEm9v_yEV4g Imbruglia parties at Island bash Natalie Imbruglia was among a host of stars at a glitzy party to celebrate Island Records 50th birthday party. The Torn singer looked laid back but stylish in leather trousers and a lace jacket as she arrived at the bash at Phonica Records in London's Soho, and then partied on into the night at the after party at 33 Portland Place. Chart stars Mika and The Feeling also attended the event to celebrate Island's half century, while producer and DJ Mark Ronson, Juliette Lewis and Sophie Ellis-Bextor were spotted at the after party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlindee Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Nice pic. Like the jacket, and he looks good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 he looks funny:lol3: and i found another one. no pics though. http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5ji94FLEhJLe59uueYqEm9v_yEV4g Imbruglia parties at Island bash Natalie Imbruglia was among a host of stars at a glitzy party to celebrate Island Records 50th birthday party. The Torn singer looked laid back but stylish in leather trousers and a lace jacket as she arrived at the bash at Phonica Records in London's Soho, and then partied on into the night at the after party at 33 Portland Place. Chart stars Mika and The Feeling also attended the event to celebrate Island's half century, while producer and DJ Mark Ronson, Juliette Lewis and Sophie Ellis-Bextor were spotted at the after party. chart star sounds better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Not champagne - it has a screw top A very nice bottle of red, I think you've got better sight than me, dear oldling! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Nice pic.Like the jacket, and he looks good! er seems fled from hospital to me! in his pj! but he's lovely as always...yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxxy Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Found a photo, only one so far: Dunno why but it looks like he's in his pyjamas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlindee Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 er seems fled from hospital to me! in his pj! but he's lovely as always...yes Hey yeah, it kinda does:naughty: But I still like it. The fact it looks like pyjama's doesn't change anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allegra Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) is it really necessary that he plays the characters of his songs? a toy boy (the helium-voiced poppet) lonely alcoholic have we wait that he color his eyes in blu and he walks on water? Edited May 21, 2009 by allegra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn Mastin Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Island Records - Happy Birthday (2U) Bill Prince 21 May 2009 13:35 How do you celebrate the 50th anniversary of Chris Blackwell's Island records - the rum shack that became a head shop that installed a glitterball that turned into a Joshua tree? The label that in its prime could have got a hit out of a hatstand (and probably did)? Simple: you take over the hippest record store in London (Phonica, 51 Poland Street London, W1. 020-7025 6070), install an exhibition of artefacts and memorabilia spanning five decades in the event space below, and invite a few hundred friends, family and fans to hear PJ Harvey perform. No, U2 weren't there last night and Amy Winehouse didn't play. But Don Letts DJed (and if Letts wasn't around to turn the Beatles on to drugs, he was there to turn the Clash onto reggae, which is still the second most important moment in British music); Fairport Convention producer Joe Boyd chatted to helium-voiced poppet Mika while musicians, managers and moi marvelled at the exhibits that draped the walls. Alongside the photographs (how young were Free when they started?! Oh, yeah - between 15 and 17. Are you listening Kasabian?) and freestanding artworks (including one of six Trabants the label bought for £2,500, including postage, to publicise Achtung Baby) was a vitrine full of the bottom drawers of countless Island staff: backstage passes from endless-sounding U2 tours (a pair of Bono's furry Fly boots nearby); the Akai drum machine DJ Shadow used on his still scintillating "Endtroducing..." and away in one corner - fitting, that - handwritten lyrics to "Way To Blue" and the guitar Nick Drake played on Bryter Layter. (It's labelled as a Martin D28, although it looked to me like a 00028 - more in keeping with the small-bodied Guild he's pictured playing on the cover.) And for the birthday gift from them to you that keeps on giving, the exhibition is staying put for a month, so if you've any interest in the cultural life of the last 50 years, or you simply want to breeze around one of the barmier basements in London right now, head to Phonica. http://www.gqmagazine.co.uk/gq-daily-news/articles/090521-bill-prince-island-records.aspx That reporter hasn't listened to Blue Eyes or Toy Boy yet. Besides... Mika has NEVER sounded like he's on helium! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mari62 Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Thanks for posting Deb! Nice pic! but did reporters run out of adjectives when talking about mika's voice? yeah.. so it seems... they probably try to be original Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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