Tim Burgess DJ set

Selfie with Tim at 2 in the morning.
Just a little bit tired!

Cumbria, Umbria and back to Cumbria. The only one I know had arrived, ready to play Tim Peaks diner! As the final midnight hour approached, I really couldn't contain my excitement. Tim Burgess was about to DJ in front of my very eyes. I could not have been happier.

Shuffling casually onto the stage after Seahawks had departed, Tim came on clutching two CDs. That's all he'd brought, but those two CDs contained a great selection of songs. Right from the start, Tim had the audience in the palm of his hand, as they grooved the night away to each and every song. As usual, the diner was packed, with crazed 'Charlafans' and good music seekers alike.

As Tim was playing songs that were perfect for dancing along to, a few Wigan Young Souls returned for more. Audience, DJ and 'northern soul soulies' together: dancing the night away. Despite several interruptions by those wanting a photo, who more often than not sent the DJ decks flying, Tim joined the crowd in sheer elation, singing along and twisting and turning to the fabulous beats. Several of Tim's signature hair swishes even featured before this hour long set was out.

A great mix of songs were played, but I have to say my favourite was 'Seven Day Fool'. It's just perfect for singing along to. A bit of bopping doesn't go amiss as well! This song was so good it even got a second spin. Wow!

All in all, this was a fabulous DJ set by a fabulous DJ. Over to Tim... this tweet sums the night up perfectly!



Tweet by Tim and photo of the crowd.

 

Coming up next is an interview with Tim. Exciting!

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A DJ Set of Epic Proportion

Dave Haslam in Tim Peaks Diner. The midnight hour, Day 2.

 

A DJ Set of Epic Proportion.

DJing. Too much dancing to get a proper photo!

We saw a lot of Dave over the weekend, mainly because he was everywhere. Present on just about every stage (3, anyway) wherever we turned, he was already there. That's no bad thing! It's definitely safe to say that Dave is a bit of a legend. Especially his DJing. He really does know how to make everyone dance. Well, only the ones he wants to dance... you know, we have to get rid of all those 'dodgies' ruining the mood!

Despite his surprise at being given a 'real' DJ set in Tim Peaks, rather than a relaxed 3pm in the afternoon slot, Dave turned up ready to roll. He was again dressed casually, rocking up with his CD wallet and oozing energy. The set predominantly consisted of brilliant dance numbers and the crowd were a loud and energetic bunch. Aside from Loryn and I, who at 16, were rather an exception to the average, the crowd was mainly aged mid 20's and above.

Throughout the set, dance conditions became more and more cramped as many millions of guests struggled to get in. The grass outside was full. Hey, guests were even trying to get in through the windows! It was at this point even the tables began to crowd surf, as they politely made their way outside to give all the partying guests that little bit more space, assisted by none other than Nick, of course. What generous tables!

Partying guests

Tim Peaks really does know how to party. Guests at the back were climbing on chairs, arms were flying and the entire audience bopped up and down to the ace beats coming from the speakers. Midnight is perhaps my new favourite time. Spectacular things always happen at midnight, especially where Tim Peaks is concerned!

On Sunday we caught up with Dave again, and asked him what his highlight to the weekend had been. After several seconds of thought, Dave replied. It had been the final song of his DJ set in Tim Peaks. At 2am in the morning, the entire crowd sang along to Sweet Disposition. He had a moment with the audience and wouldn't soon forget it. We knew it had been a night to remember and here Dave was, confirming what was already set in stone.

Thanks Dave! We really can't wait to see you again.

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