A great selection, but will Part 2 include that Xmas classic Stay Another Day, by ‘gritty’ boy band East 17, their only No 1? I spotted Tony Mortimer in the Greek Street Coach and Horses one afternoon…
I used to love roaming around Soho when I lived in London, and you’ve brought all of those places and memories back into the present for me!
I was convinced the great Don Black had written the lyrics to From Russia With Love; very happy to have the correct songwriter, the even greater Lionel Bart, pointed out to me…ha-ha!
Can’t wait for the next leg of your seasonal Soho saunter.
You got me worried about the song! I’ve checked and Bart did write it, but Don Black did Diamonds are Forever. Glad that you enjoyed it. Bowie features in part two! Thank you as always for your kind comments.
What a great piece. I will very much enjoy listening to the playlist knowing the stories behind some of the songs. I always feel as if I’m on a guided walk with you there in Soho. You totally transport the reader.
You biting back all those memories of wandering around SoHo, and now you added layers of history to all those streets and squares, with music being the glue ! Thanks so much for this…
Such insight into the tunes we hear each year at this festive time. I will listen with more knowledge, thank you for compiling this comprehensive list and adding the personal choices! I’ll listen with joy!
Wow this is a marvellous description, brings back so many memories too, so much detail. And the music list I shall listen to once the builder in the kitchen stops using his drill! Thanks Mike, so appreciate this
A great selection, but will Part 2 include that Xmas classic Stay Another Day, by ‘gritty’ boy band East 17, their only No 1? I spotted Tony Mortimer in the Greek Street Coach and Horses one afternoon…
I’m afraid not! The challenge was editing it down to a manageable number. But I’m sure we’ll do another one next Christmas.
Fabulous piece!
I used to love roaming around Soho when I lived in London, and you’ve brought all of those places and memories back into the present for me!
I was convinced the great Don Black had written the lyrics to From Russia With Love; very happy to have the correct songwriter, the even greater Lionel Bart, pointed out to me…ha-ha!
Can’t wait for the next leg of your seasonal Soho saunter.
Oh! And George Michael? A genius.
You got me worried about the song! I’ve checked and Bart did write it, but Don Black did Diamonds are Forever. Glad that you enjoyed it. Bowie features in part two! Thank you as always for your kind comments.
What a great piece. I will very much enjoy listening to the playlist knowing the stories behind some of the songs. I always feel as if I’m on a guided walk with you there in Soho. You totally transport the reader.
Many thanks Margaret. So pleased you enjoyed reading it.
Fantastic again , Mike and Jacqui!
You biting back all those memories of wandering around SoHo, and now you added layers of history to all those streets and squares, with music being the glue ! Thanks so much for this…
You are most welcome Prasanna. Thank you for your comments.
Brilliant as ever Mike , thanks. X
Thank you Claire! And I managed to get you and Martin on the banner photo! x
Such insight into the tunes we hear each year at this festive time. I will listen with more knowledge, thank you for compiling this comprehensive list and adding the personal choices! I’ll listen with joy!
Thank you for your appreciation.
Wow this is a marvellous description, brings back so many memories too, so much detail. And the music list I shall listen to once the builder in the kitchen stops using his drill! Thanks Mike, so appreciate this
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoy it.