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  1. Tangoman

    Thirties in Colour

    Don't know if anyone else has mentioned this but BBC4 in the UK has been showing a 4 part series called the Thirties in Colour. They are using rarely seen colour movies shot by travellers of the time to examine the events of that decade through their eyes. Some stunning images with all the more...
  2. Tangoman

    AUCTION #54: Lee - Warren - Size 7 3/8 - C0000228979 SOLD

    Been having an ongoing battle with myself between this and the Adam. Already have an Adam exec in grey and love it so another in fawn is tempting but the colour of this Lee has won the day. I'll go $190.
  3. Tangoman

    What are you listening to?

    Eddie Palmieri, Lo Que Traigo Es Sabroso, red hot New York Salsa Dura.
  4. Tangoman

    Chocolate and . . . . whisky!

    Dark chocolate (over 70%) and red wine works a treat!
  5. Tangoman

    What Songs Have Your Name in Them?

    Thanks Paisley, I have not murdered anyone and am usually a gentle soul although came close to violence when someone thoughtlessly spilt candle wax on my vintage Borsalino fedora.:mad: Have also been reminded Major Tom features on Space Oddity and Ashes to Ashes by David Bowie.
  7. Tangoman

    The Astaire-Rogers Musicals!

    Yup in the end I had to agree with that although it was a close run with Flying Down to Rio. Don't think that Ginger gets enough credit for her singing. Watching the DVDs I'm reminded that in the films the songs were fairly evenly split between them both, but later audio recordings tended to...
  8. Tangoman

    What Songs Have Your Name in Them?

    Tom's diner by Suzanne Vega, although Tom is not mentioned by name in the song although he could be the man behind the counter who only fills the coffee cup halfway.
  9. Tangoman

    What are you listening to?

    Ginger Rogers singing The Continental from the 1934 film The Gay Divorcee. Sounds like it has been copied from the soundtrack as it lasts 8min.
  10. Tangoman

    What are you listening to?

    Just got a 5cd collection called 'Atmosphere' which is a compilation of classic French chansons from the late 20s through to the early 50s. Current track 'Tchi tchi' by Tino Rossi. Wonderful.
  11. Tangoman

    Can Anyone Identify This Hat?

    Well I recognise the coat of arms, they are those of the United Kingdom. The motto 'Honi soit qui mal y pense' is that of the Order of the Garter from the old French, meaning "shame upon him who thinks evil upon it". Quite usually the coat of arms would also have the motto of the royal family...
  13. Tangoman

    The Evening Tipple...

    Stopped off at pub on way home for pint of guinness - it's good for you. :beer:
  14. Tangoman

    What are you listening to?

    Otros Aires dos, an electronic take on tango and milonga but closer to the spirit of the original music for dancing than say Gotan project.
  15. Tangoman

    The Evening Tipple...

    Primitivo di Puglia Italian red wine, cheers.:)
  16. Tangoman

    What are you listening to?

    Strangely not Tango but 'My Woman' by Al Bowlly with Lew Stone and his band - wonderful
  17. Tangoman

    Peaked lapels?

    I have seen some SB peaked lapel jackets and suits in some of the fashion chain stores here in the London suburbs. Next has a black pinstripe suit, French Connection UK have several colours of jacket some with matching trousers available. I brought myself a light grey, lightweight all wool suit...
  19. Tangoman

    Vintage music with a Latin flair.

    Give these a try: Machito, Johnny Pacheco, Mario Bauza, Joe Cuba, and Tito Rodriguez, to name a few! For more modern try Manny Oquendo's Libre - they still carry the torch and it burns hot!
  20. Tangoman

    Musicians?

    The bodrahn is played one handed with a double headed stick. Some 'real' musicians who play melody instruments have suggested it sounds better if played with a penknife!!
  21. Tangoman

    Musicians?

    Have played the bodhran (Irish drum) in ceilidh and Irish pub bands for last 15 yrs - and yet have never actually danced at a ceilidh! Have worn Panamas at many of the outdoor events.
  22. Tangoman

    Your favorite Scotch? Your Favorite liquor in general?

    I'm with those that have already mentioned The Balvenie. I like it because the smoothness reminds me of my real favourite which is Bushmills 10 yr old Irish whiskey. I think the extra smoothness of the Irish whiskey is due to it being distilled three times rather than the usual twice.
  23. Tangoman

    Screen Names...

    Tango, Argentine not Ballroom, is my passion and has been for the last two years. Previously I'd been dancing salsa for 10years and for the last 8 DJ'ing in a salsa club in the outskirts of London. I love to dance! Anyway first saw Argentine Tango danced socially about 6 years ago and really...

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