Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights

Subject: Good Itent Kent UK Concer Nights
From: growler
Date: 21 Feb 09 - 05:23 PM

10th March John Barden and the Bardettes,( Got to be worth it )
14th April Ron Truman-Border supported by ' Sic Transit '

Subject: RE: Good Itent Kent UK Concer Nights
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 21 Feb 09 - 06:28 PM

Both likely to be good shows.

Subject: RE: Good Itent Kent UK Concer Nights
From: melodeonboy
Date: 21 Feb 09 - 07:15 PM

For those confused by the title, this is not Simon practising his Romanian! It's actually "Good Intent Concert Nights"!

Subject: RE: Good Itent Kent UK Concer Nights
From: growler
Date: 22 Feb 09 - 04:09 PM

I Intended to spell it Good

Subject: RE: Good Itent Kent UK Concer Nights
From: growler
Date: 23 Feb 09 - 04:24 PM

Refresh

Subject: RE: Good Itent Kent UK Concer Nights
From: Don(Wyziwyg)T
Date: 23 Feb 09 - 08:04 PM

I did wonder, especially as the horse chestnuts aren't ripe till September.

And where is the Good Itent?

Don T.

Subject: RE: Good Itent Kent UK Concer Nights
From: Dead Horse
Date: 24 Feb 09 - 04:14 AM

Inbetween the two Deaf Ear tents.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Girl Friday
Date: 24 Feb 09 - 06:29 PM

As I said on the other thread.... would have loved to be there for The Bardettes but have other commitments. hope to get there for Ron. If you now need something to do on Mondays don't forget The Fox and Hounds


Fox and Hounds Folk Kent

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: growler
Date: 25 Feb 09 - 03:22 PM

Barden will have just got back from ' The Hotel Torresmollinos ', so should be a nice shade of orange

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 25 Feb 09 - 03:24 PM

zactly what is a Bardette?

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: GUEST
Date: 25 Feb 09 - 05:15 PM

It is male/female. Can play Bodhran and or guitar, especially talented in the playing of said guitar whilst asleep, and answers to the name of Roger(s) and there are No Worries!

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: growler
Date: 25 Feb 09 - 05:26 PM

As you say, there are No Worries. Tam a ' Bardette ' is similar to a ' Barden ', only thinner, but only just !!!

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: The Barden of England
Date: 26 Feb 09 - 04:10 AM

They insisted that they were 'The Bardettes' so who am I to argue. They are the extremely talented Brian & Marion Rodgers, who add another dimension to what I do (well to me they do). Brian plays 6 and 12 string guitars like an angel, also mandolin, mandola, whistles and the talented b*gger also sings to die for, and Marion plays bodhran and sings the harmonies, once again wih the voice of an angel. She also plays guitar, but I've not yet seen her play in front of an audience. We've done quite a few gigs together in the past and decided we like it so much that we're going to do a lot more in the future - if the gigs come in of course. I believe it's going to be a great night on the 10th. March and am looking forward to it immensely.
John Barden

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: growler
Date: 26 Feb 09 - 11:11 AM

Well said John

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: GUEST,half a no worries
Date: 26 Feb 09 - 01:41 PM

THIS Bardette is a bit worried about being only a little thinner than a "Barden"! Always good fun to play alongside John and BOTH Bardettes are looking forward to the Good Intent concert.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: growler
Date: 26 Feb 09 - 04:55 PM

Sorry for being sexist, I am looking forward to this

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: GUEST,Half a No worries
Date: 26 Feb 09 - 06:23 PM

No Worries Growler my friend. Not sexist at all and read for the fun it was. Perhaps we three could wear T shirts with "Who ate all the pies?" or am I being sizest? Incidently Brian hopes to play whistle for one of John's songs. A first I think.
Take care and see you soon

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: melodeonboy
Date: 05 Mar 09 - 04:02 AM

Just a reminder. Next Tuesday at The Good Intent, starting at 8.30: John Barden and the Bardettes, supported by Dean. Be there or be rectangular (shurely that should be shquare - Ed.)

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: growler
Date: 05 Mar 09 - 04:30 PM

Hi Marion
I'll bring a lemon to suck

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: growler
Date: 06 Mar 09 - 04:51 PM

Just a reminder, John Barden, Brian and Marian Rodgers, ( The Bardettes ), you wont see this much tallent within four walls anywhere else in Kentr]

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: The Barden of England
Date: 07 Mar 09 - 02:53 PM

A non orange Barden back from Lanzarote doing a refresh

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Pierre Le Chapeau
Date: 07 Mar 09 - 04:50 PM

I will be there 8.30 you say. sounds good to me, see you all there?

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: growler
Date: 07 Mar 09 - 04:54 PM

Shame, I was looking forward to an orange Barden

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Pierre Le Chapeau
Date: 08 Mar 09 - 09:21 AM

Sorry folks I wont be there after all I posted the event on the folk mob site to draw interest to John Barden and the event and I got a warning from a friend in Folkmob Regarding last trains Home I have phoned National rail enquires and it appears he is right I would have to leave at 10.00.
I hate doing that and with a beer inside I would stay and end up sleeping out all night.
and be found in a block of ice next morning.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: growler
Date: 08 Mar 09 - 05:12 PM

Pierre, I'm sure we could sort out something warmer

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Pierre Le Chapeau
Date: 08 Mar 09 - 05:33 PM

I do not mind paying for B&B and its just struck me that there is a place just across from the station I clean forgot about that.
Does anyone know the name of it so I can give a ring?

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 08 Mar 09 - 06:13 PM

I think the one across from Rochester station is pretty manky. The Gordon Hotel is not a lot better but might be tolerable. Barden has a secret hideaway somewhere behind Rochester Cathedral that he may let you in on, and I think TV knows of one too. Or if Fiddlebird has a spare bit of floor she might oblige.

THere is one opposite Strood Station, I think I't called t Great Eastern.

There is also one a bit further down Rochester High Street that BOba dn Kath Drage used to use - but I forget its name.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 08 Mar 09 - 06:19 PM

The Medway Manor Hotel is well located, but I know not how dear.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: melodeonboy
Date: 08 Mar 09 - 06:42 PM

I suspect that the one across from Rochester station that you mention is Andy's Cafe. I know someone who stayed there for some time and, to the best of my knowledge, it's not that bad. You also get a nice greasy spoon breakfast there, and I think it's fairly cheap.

And it is, of course, bloody handy for the station, and not much more than five minutes' walk from The Good Intent.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: The Barden of England
Date: 09 Mar 09 - 04:09 AM

I suspect you're thinking of this one:-
255 High Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1HQ
Telephone: [phone]

I always used:-
Grayling House
54 St. Margarets Street
Rochester
Kent
ME1 1TU

Tel: [phone]

Hope this helps

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Pierre Le Chapeau
Date: 09 Mar 09 - 10:08 AM

Accommodation sorted.
Andy,s cafe, 5 minutes walk to Good Intent. 2 mins from Rochester station. Thanks to all for your above help.
Now I can enjoy the event without having to worry about Trains,or anything else
B&B very reasonable.
Got to check in B&B by 18 .30 at the latest. So I will be in the Good Intent by 18.36,

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: melodeonboy
Date: 09 Mar 09 - 01:46 PM

Good news, Pete. I'm glad you're coming. I anticipate another great evening!

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: growler
Date: 09 Mar 09 - 05:02 PM

I used 'Andy snacks' in 1966, long before I ever thought that I would live here, and got my theodalite nicked. It may have changed in the intervening 43 years.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Pierre Le Chapeau
Date: 09 Mar 09 - 05:30 PM

I enjoy these gatherings. Looking forward to it. Good People good music.

The only secret hide away I know of behind Rochester Cathedral is the Medieval Leper Pit.

The B&B might be a bit rough, indeed the lass who answered me inquiry sounded like a pirate over the phone. if thats the case i settle for a donkeys breakfast for the night and a slide off the plate English breakfast in the morning.

"Manor Hotel I,ll look sharp in there Mincing about after a Barden gig with only me leather hat on. Only jesting see you there.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Pierre Le Chapeau
Date: 09 Mar 09 - 05:37 PM

Well I will be traveling light Growler, Ie Tooth brush and Radar.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: The Barden of England
Date: 09 Mar 09 - 06:19 PM

The Bardettes and I had a good 3 hour practice this afternoon (that's the second in 2 weeks) and we are now really looking forward to tomorrow night. The new 'Marks in the Grass' song in it's final form (the Lower Stoke video shows it as a work in progress) will be making its first concert appearance accompanied on - - - - well, be there and you'll find out.
John Barden

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 09 Mar 09 - 07:10 PM

Unfortunately, due to the turn of events, I will not be able to make it unless I can dash in for the last half hour.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Pierre Le Chapeau
Date: 09 Mar 09 - 07:11 PM

Do you folk know what a Bardette is ?

it is the reinforced flash tight compartment of a Royal Navy battleship/or cruisers protective armored belt that supports the weight of the main forward and aft batteries/ guns. The Guns on H,m.s Belfast weigh in at 240 Tons . The Bardette,s for and aft weigh in at 260 tons. Its FRENCH WORD,

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: wrotham-arms-jen
Date: 10 Mar 09 - 04:20 AM

i am hoping to be there tonight...see you all then,
jen

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: The Barden of England
Date: 10 Mar 09 - 04:49 AM

Well I'll be - you learn something new everyday. I'm the one that's closest to 260 tons! Neither of the Bardettes come close :-)

Hope to see you there Wrotham-arms-jen. That's a fair old trip up from Broadstairs so a big thank you if you do make it.
John Barden

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: wrotham-arms-jen
Date: 10 Mar 09 - 06:28 AM

well...its good to get out of fanet init
and...yer worth it!

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: The Barden of England
Date: 10 Mar 09 - 06:55 AM

Try and make the last half hour if you can Richard, because it always tends to be more than that ;-)

John Barden

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Pierre Le Chapeau
Date: 10 Mar 09 - 07:14 AM

I have confirmed me booking at the B&B and the Lass I spoke to yesterday who sounded like a Pirate is in fact a Cockney from the East end. "She is a nice women all Loves and Darlings. We had a little chat.
I have a nice little room with adjoining bathroom AND shower, She Said 'Now do you want Breakkies in the morning Luv,I said Indeed I do the Whole works piled up high. A hearty Breakfast with lashings of Tea is the best cure known for a Hangover.

Despite I have not seen the facilities yet I somewhat sense that the place has improved since Growler was last there.
See you all tonight
Pierre.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: GUEST,Growler at work
Date: 10 Mar 09 - 08:28 AM

Pierre,I'm sure it has, in 1966 the only shower was the hole in the roof

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 10 Mar 09 - 08:51 AM

Apart from the showers of blood from the stab wounds in the denizens - oh, no, sorry, that was what used to be the pub (next to the carpark now) two doors down that is now a chinese restaurant.

Ah, reminds me of "'Arry's" (formerly the Blue Boar, now a shop called "Sergeant's Mess" opposite the cathedral) where I used to run a reggae disco for the west indian seamen and tarts and half the skin'ead population of the Medway towns (the ones who were not fans of my two rivals, Graham Sage and Joe South (no, not that Joe South). The flashpoint was a bit low in there too!

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: melodeonboy
Date: 11 Mar 09 - 02:55 PM

Thanks to both performers and audience for last night (not forgetting Dal and Karen for hosting it). Another cracking evening at the GI!

And, in case you're too lazy to scroll to the beginning of the thread, next month, on Tuesday, 14th April, the Good Intent Concert Night features Ron Trueman-Border, and support act, Sic Transit.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Don(Wyziwyg)T
Date: 11 Mar 09 - 03:48 PM

What a feast that was!

Starting with Dean, who put on a nicely composed set of material which admirably showcased his obvious vocal and musical talent. Great start to the evening, and just right as a lead in to what followed.

Now Brian and Marion Rodgers (No Worries) are a class act, and the Barden, well with that voice and a head bursting with great songs itching to get out, need I say more?

Last night something happened which, for me, was magical. I was blown away by the best merger since somebody said "I wonder what those strawberries would taste like if I poured this cream over them".

They perfectly complemented each other, and it was amazing how right everything sounded.

A golden night! Thanks Guys and Gal. There's a new must see group on the block.

Don T.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: The Barden of England
Date: 11 Mar 09 - 04:10 PM

Don, what a wonderful thing to say about us. Thank you so much; it was what we were trying to achieve. Like you I loved what Dean did - those Dougie MacLean songs were beautifully done. We hope to be performing together a loy more often - that is of course if people want us.
John Barden

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: The Barden of England
Date: 11 Mar 09 - 04:16 PM

For 'loy' read 'lot' please.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: growler
Date: 11 Mar 09 - 06:10 PM

Thanks John, Marion Brian and Dean. A great night

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Pierre Le Chapeau
Date: 11 Mar 09 - 08:05 PM

Well Done Dean. John ,Brian and Marion ,Great music, great humor.Next time John, you do
Jimi Hendrix Take your teeth out first.
God bless.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Pierre Le Chapeau
Date: 11 Mar 09 - 08:11 PM

Sorry if I am bit vague I,ve got home. Minus front door keys. Thank god I have some buried in the garden.

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: fisheye
Date: 12 Mar 09 - 06:18 AM

Sorry I missed the show John, however travelling Monday from Notts, filming Tuesday and Wednesday I am afraid I cannot keep up with my
diary. Hopefully I will be able to capture the finished version of 'Marks in the Grass' soon.
ps. glad my original video help to contribute.

Fisheye

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Dead Horse
Date: 13 Mar 09 - 11:33 AM

Pierre Le Chapeau,Do you folk know what a Bardette is ?

Barbette: the inside fixed trunk of a gun mounting in a warship on which the turret revolved. It contained the shell and cordite hoists from the shell-room and magazine. It was originally the name given to a raised platform on the deck of a warship protected by armour on the sides, on which heavy guns were mounted, and which fired over the armour.

Doslicksic: Dos = Dago lingo for "Two"
            Lick = Getting your tongue round something
            Sic = In writing, it is placed within square brackets and usually italicized—[sic]—to indicate that an incorrect or unusual spelling,...

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Dead Horse
Date: 13 Mar 09 - 12:16 PM

Bardette: Diminutive female bard. Usually seen wearing diminutive leather skirt whilst beating long dead goatskin
- presumably in order to prepare said goat skin for manufacture of an even smaller leather skirt, or possibly a thong for her mate.
Marionette: Doll that entertains.
Brian: Thinger of thaid thongs, also master of all things with strings attached, such as Bandolins, Mandollars and Violharpers.
Bandolin: Cross between a banjo and a fiddle. Makes an awful noise and is untunable - hence its popularity with Hillbilly musicians.
Also due in part to its pan shaped sound box, which when held under the chin, catches drool and terbaccy spit.
(Not to be confused with Bandoleer, which is a guitar strap adapted to hold extra ammunition for the band.)
Mandollar: Cheap mandolin, so called because it usually costs no more than 95 cents.
Violharper: Fiddle with attachment for holding harmonica.
Popularised by Robert Zimmerman during his "eclectic" phase at the famous Woodstock, Isle of White and Knockholt Festivals.
John Barden: Love child of "Sleepy John Estes"

Need I say more? :-)

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: melodeonboy
Date: 13 Mar 09 - 02:53 PM

Blimey!

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Dead Horse
Date: 13 Mar 09 - 03:58 PM

I wondered how come you wore them shirts!

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: melodeonboy
Date: 13 Mar 09 - 09:06 PM

Good one, Dead Horse!

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: fisheye
Date: 14 Mar 09 - 03:39 AM

Wow what beer have you been drinking DH

Fisheye

Subject: RE: Good Intent Kent UK Concert Nights
From: Dead Horse
Date: 14 Mar 09 - 12:48 PM

Thats very kind of you, Fisheye. I'll have a Bombardier.

Bombardear: What you get from sitting too close to an old fashioned French musician.