I didn’t think I’d be able to get my tired ass out of bed after DJing until 2 am, but I did, and the digger who has been scarce as of late, but known for his Pop Pop shoes, the one and only Devil Dick, graced us with his presence. It was a who’s who of diggers this past Saturday, although the records were a bit scarce. Don’t get me wrong, The Spot rarely lets me down, and I did manage to pull out a few gems. Once again it was rummaged after Friday, but the real diggers can pull something out of nothing. My guy set me up lovely, even though I did buy a few records I had already from him, he’s gotta eat too, ya dig?
There were many sightings this weekend, and an accidental photo of the Devil Dick with the rarely photographed Eggus Beardicus, or Egg Beard for short. This was a happy time as DD got to two copies of some nice private press Jazz as Eggy looked on. He then stormed away like a rhino because he got beat to it by the DD. I know the Devil was grinning ear to ear about that one. One can only assume he was happy in that photo because he just got done eating a grease truck egg sammich. There was even a bit of conversation, which is odd for the uber E Bay mogul and self proclaimed record expert, that would go on to yield the chance photographic opportunity. See Photo Below.
The Meatball was walking about buying keychains, but again, no Stinkie Steve, no Johnny No Change, no Big Gay Joe, etc. We do have a new character today, and I will get to him another day, but will include a photo I was able to snap while hiding in a rack of ladies clothes.
Meet Poochie!
Today was kind of a hang out day, which was cool. All the record guys except a few got along , and the bonus I have was passed on to me by a local dealer. I’m waiting on a hard copy of this flyer, but I was happy to lift this thing from all places, MySpace. Can you imagine our most beloved record peddler a wanted man? Believe it FMF family. The bottom says “Do not try to apprehend, suspect is thought to be armed and dangerous”. If armed and dangerous means a rope for a belt, karate shoes, and a trunk full of girlie magazines and records, then this guy, in the words of an Ice Cube record is AmeriKKKa’s Most Wanted. Don’t try to apprehend him. He must be a slippery one, because if you look closely, it says OVER 91 WARRANTS! Seriously, 91 warrants in Pennsylvania? How about 91 warrants in general. He must be legendary among the State Police. Notice the warrant date: 2005. This guy is like the Zodiac Killer, without the newspaper letters. If the guy gets caught, there go the records, and there goes a whole lot of comedy at the Flea Market. Such is life I guess. Even though we’ve had our differences, I’m pulling for the Stinkster to persevere, and bring the records to the masses.
Here’s a list of today’s scores:
45s:
Sam and Dave – Thank You/ Stax
LuLu – Sweep Around Your Own Back Door/ ATCO
Ray Barretto – El Watusi/ Tico (Black Label)
Sophy – Cancion Para Una Esposa Triste/ Velvet
Sammy Gordon & the Hip Huggers – Upstairs on Boston Road/ Archives
Fantastic experience – Get It Right/ London
Phillip Mitchell – Turning Over the Ground/ Hi
Kellee Patterson – I’m Gonna Love You Just A Little More Baby/ Shady Brook
Brother to Brother – The Bottle/ Turbo
The COD’s – Cry No More/ Kellmac Records
Beverley Bremers – Get Smart Girl/ Scepter
Panic Buttons – O Wow/ Gamble
The Last Word – Don’t Fight It/ ATCO
Irene Reid – I Worry About You/ Barry!
Lps:
Sly and the Family Stone – Life/ Epic
The Itals – Rasta Philosophy/ Night Hawk
Glenn W. Turner Speaks Out/ Sound Cot
Keep Diggin’!!
Flea Market Funk 
OMG!!!
I JUST FELL OFF MY CHAIR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I’m still rolling bro! that photo! the captions! the truth of it all! THE INSANITY!!! HA HA!!!
But seriously, it was a great morning, the company was stellar, the stories tall BUT TRUE! and yes the records were a bit scarce but private press jazz makes up for A LOT!!!
and you pulled some sweet ones my friend. i really dig that The COD’s – Cry No More on Kellmac. That’s one of my sweet faves…
I wait with baited breath for diner at the other “spot”
Cheers!
DD
yes my friend, as Ice Cube would say, “It Was A Good Day”. Nice to see you, and I look forward to dinner at the “other spot”. What’s up with this Devil Music blog I’m hearing about? Get it moving buddy.
damn bro, how’d you hear ’bout that? i was keepin’ that on the DL man!
i’m just a dumb old white dude with no computer and literary skills at all!
Look i can’ even spell “dinner’ correctly!
and i’m reduced to sucking up your soul crumbs at the post!!!!
but yeah i’m trying…. or should i say i will try.
http://www.devildick.blogspot.com
post – spot…. whatevah.
whats up pres. that brother to brother is great….i’ve seen that lp go for$$$. today was cool. egg beard sold me a “snatch and the poontangs” on kent. damn funky. the dried up, caked on egg boggles the mind. peace.
stinky steve on the lamb…stick it them steve!
That wanted poster has been around for over a year at various places in Philly and elsewhere. Maybe youse guts should get out more often and smell the coffee. Stinky Rules!!!!
Hmm, that’s a great perspective. I should get out more often and smell the coffee. I don’t want to get out too much, all the records are here! I guess since he’s wanted in PA, not NJ, no wonder he’s spending so much time over here. He does rule, but by the looks of things, not for much longer. Word has it the Staties were around Columbus showing his photo, inquiring on his whereabouts. Not surprised, I mean it’s not like he ever pulls any shady shit, although to be honest, it would be a loss to the record game in the tri-state area if he gets pinched.
What’s going on down in Maryland? Any professional shots of Steve you can pass along?
“When the smell hits your nose like a bum’s dirty clothes…That’s Damore”
This has been my favorite post of yours EVER! All of it…and Poochy too!
It seems I have stirred the pot of the Stinky supporters. I mean, I do support the guy record wise, but he seems to be falling from grace as of late. Maybe he’ll show up in Hazlet on the 30th at Ira’s record show. That would be fun. We’ll also have to brain storm the poochie shirts. I’m still waiting to get a glimpse of Claudia this season, I only saw her as a man once.
how could you miss her/him?
i guess you eyes were firmly focused on the records only!
i didn’t make the weekend trip south on sat. for the poster but for sure i will be there this sat-got your address-watch for it!
is it the same one i posted??
yes-exactly
Ugh, Stinkie Steve. He took a crap between two vans at the Wayne Show once, scooped up his creation with two album covers, threw the covers in a dumpster, then thought twice and went back and retrieved the albums from the dumpster.
He showed up at one of our record shows trying to sneak his way in a few times but he got the hint the second time. What a bum.
he actually did that at our spot one time, (but didn’t scoop it up) then turned to my friend and said: “Damn Hippies”. what a piece of work.