|
Post by petejack on Jan 30, 2024 5:43:15 GMT -5
Hi Radiantradish, although I am attending this event with my partner, I have attended several 'Stomp' gatherings on my own. Always ended up meeting/chatting with others, no problem.
|
|
|
Post by SMiLE-Holland on Feb 28, 2024 4:03:47 GMT -5
Well, the decision was made: 2 Dutch fans will travel off to Lutterworth. And I am one of them ! Update: make that 3 ! (although technically nr3 isn’t 100% Dutch - but we don’t care - he’s cool 😁) Another update: make that 4 ! Going by car, crossing the border with the Calais-Dover ferry. Travelling on Friday, and going back home on Sunday. So we're there for 2 nights - and I assume a beautiful full Saturday. We'll probably also arrange a table for some BB (or related) merchandise (if customs isn't too mean with us). So take some extra ££ with you (€€ is even better ). You never know if we have that one little gem you've been looking for for ages.
|
|
|
Post by jk on Feb 28, 2024 7:48:20 GMT -5
Soooo...in my haste at reading the Facebook announcement I saw a Scott as one of the special guests and my brain filled in "Scott Totten". I now see that it's in fact the convicted rapist Scott Bennett, to my utter disappointment and disgust. I don't think anyone would hold it against you if you were to return and perhaps talk through anything that needs talking through in a PM with a mod or another forum member of your choosing. It's never too late, you know. And it's all about clearing the air...
|
|
|
Post by filledeplage on Feb 28, 2024 9:02:30 GMT -5
Soooo...in my haste at reading the Facebook announcement I saw a Scott as one of the special guests and my brain filled in "Scott Totten". I now see that it's in fact the convicted rapist Scott Bennett, to my utter disappointment and disgust. I don't think anyone would hold it against you if you were to return and perhaps talk through anything that needs talking through in a PM with a mod or another forum member of your choosing. It's never too late, you know. And it's all about clearing the air... jk - the air has already been cleared. He's a honored guest, and co-author/composer of Brian's, not a defendant in a courtroom. It is at least 10 years. You can't even bring up events that old, in court, in most instances. This is a fan get-together.
|
|
|
Post by jk on Feb 28, 2024 10:30:33 GMT -5
I don't think anyone would hold it against you if you were to return and perhaps talk through anything that needs talking through in a PM with a mod or another forum member of your choosing. It's never too late, you know. And it's all about clearing the air...jk - the air has already been cleared. He's a honored guest, and co-author/composer of Brian's, not a defendant in a courtroom. It is at least 10 years. You can't even bring up events that old, in court, in most instances. This is a fan get-together. Oh I agree completely. I was referring to the ex-poster, not to Scott.
|
|
|
Post by filledeplage on Feb 28, 2024 10:41:37 GMT -5
jk - the air has already been cleared. He's a honored guest, and co-author/composer of Brian's, not a defendant in a courtroom. It is at least 10 years. You can't even bring up events that old, in court, in most instances. This is a fan get-together. Oh I agree completely. I was referring to the ex-poster, not to Scott. It raised the question. It could easily be misread and misconstrued.
|
|
|
Post by jk on Mar 4, 2024 17:41:11 GMT -5
For those of us who aren't on Facebook:
*The Final Wave…The Beach Boys Fans Ultimate Get Together* "Let’s Get Together And Do It Again"… Isn't it time we were all together again? We'd like to invite you to The Final Wave, on Saturday April 20th 2024 at The Wycliffe Rooms, Lutterworth, Leics, LE17 4ED. The final line-up is still being worked on, but artists who have indicated their intention to be with us – either in person or via Zoom – include David Leaf, Probyn Gregory, Nelson Bragg, Scott Bennett, Alan Boyd, Stevie Kalinich, Al Gomes, John Cowsill… plus many more band members, family and friends. With surprises during the day!
With thanks to PF across the road.
|
|
|
Post by bessieboporbach on Mar 5, 2024 15:09:52 GMT -5
I am astonished the organizers thought it was a good idea to invite Scott Bennett. I know I've gotten into trouble talking about the moral dimension of his role in the story before, and don't wish to reopen that can of worms; I know he has defenders that don't want to have this dredged up.
But surely the organizers must have realized that at least as many fans were likely to be appalled by his presence as interested in what he had to say?
I'm also genuinely curious about how Leaf, Boyd, Probyn, Nelson, Cowsill etc. feel about being billed alongside him. But maybe they don't care.
|
|
|
Post by jk on Mar 5, 2024 16:45:54 GMT -5
I am astonished the organizers thought it was a good idea to invite Scott Bennett. I know I've gotten into trouble talking about the moral dimension of his role in the story before, and don't wish to reopen that can of worms; I know he has defenders that don't want to have this dredged up. But surely the organizers must have realized that at least as many fans were likely to be appalled by his presence as interested in what he had to say? I'm also genuinely curious about how Leaf, Boyd, Probyn, Nelson, Cowsill etc. feel about being billed alongside him. But maybe they don't care. You need to read filledeplage's posts in this topic. It's time to move on, for goodness' sake.
|
|
|
Post by AGD on Mar 5, 2024 18:44:33 GMT -5
I am astonished the organizers thought it was a good idea to invite Scott Bennett. I know I've gotten into trouble talking about the moral dimension of his role in the story before, and don't wish to reopen that can of worms; I know he has defenders that don't want to have this dredged up. And yet with this post you've done precisely that. A gross overstatement. Their willingness to be thus billed suggests that they are far less concerned - if at all - than you are. As jk has said, time to move on. As I am saying, stop trolling.
|
|
|
Post by drbeachboy (Dirk) on Mar 5, 2024 20:16:00 GMT -5
I am astonished the organizers thought it was a good idea to invite Scott Bennett. I know I've gotten into trouble talking about the moral dimension of his role in the story before, and don't wish to reopen that can of worms; I know he has defenders that don't want to have this dredged up. But surely the organizers must have realized that at least as many fans were likely to be appalled by his presence as interested in what he had to say? I'm also genuinely curious about how Leaf, Boyd, Probyn, Nelson, Cowsill etc. feel about being billed alongside him. But maybe they don't care. Seriously, are you back to beating this dead horse again? The man paid his debt to society. Let’s move on, please. Thank you.
|
|
|
Post by AGD on Mar 14, 2024 13:11:26 GMT -5
Hope those going have a fine time. I won't be there (nothing to do with Scott).
|
|
|
Post by jk on Mar 14, 2024 13:53:10 GMT -5
Hope those going have a fine time. I won't be there (nothing to do with Scott). Pity. I hope it's not for a negative reason. But thanks for the good wishes. Much to my surprise (and delight) I will be there. Oh well, another time then.
|
|
|
Post by KenWorthing on Mar 15, 2024 6:09:38 GMT -5
Hope those going have a fine time. I won't be there (nothing to do with Scott). That's a shame. No AGD .. No John Porteous I was looking forward to going and buying Andrew a cuppa tea and re-connecting with John, but it's now looking like my final wave was back in the mid '90's.
|
|
|
Post by SMiLE-Holland on Mar 15, 2024 13:48:28 GMT -5
Hope those going have a fine time. I won't be there (nothing to do with Scott). That's a shame. No AGD .. No John Porteous I was looking forward to going and buying Andrew a cuppa tea and re-connecting with John, but it's now looking like my final wave was back in the mid '90's. … but you’ll miss the chance to meet other fans, a lot of them being active here. Would be cool to meet you there. 🙂
|
|
|
Post by mikedonn on Apr 15, 2024 18:05:36 GMT -5
Does anyone know which 'special' guests will be there in person.
I have a ticket and a room booked and would love to meet many of you from here. However, I'm not keen on the 5 hour drive down and back. I thought about flying or catching a train, but Lutterworth doesn't seem to be well connected.
|
|
|
Post by AGD on Apr 16, 2024 4:55:38 GMT -5
In person, Scott & Nelson.
|
|
|
Post by jk on Apr 16, 2024 6:28:05 GMT -5
Does anyone know which 'special' guests will be there in person. I have a ticket and a room booked and would love to meet many of you from here. However, I'm not keen on the 5 hour drive down and back. I thought about flying or catching a train, but Lutterworth doesn't seem to be well connected. Rugby railway station would seem to be your best bet. According to Wikipedia, "Arriva Midlands and Centrebus are the main operators of bus services around Lutterworth with services into Leicester, Market Harborough, Rugby, Warwickshire and Hinckley."
|
|
|
Post by AGD on Apr 16, 2024 6:32:19 GMT -5
I understand there's some sort of shuttle taxi from Rugby station to the venue.
|
|
|
Post by John Manning on Apr 16, 2024 7:36:22 GMT -5
Boy, I wish I could be there. This event seems set to be a real blast and would have been a great opportunity for me to meet so many of the friendly, fellow BBs nuts I’ve met here and elsewhere on t’internet.
Wish you all the best, folks – have a great weekend!
|
|
|
Post by jk on Apr 16, 2024 9:37:29 GMT -5
Boy, I wish I could be there. This event seems set to be a real blast and would have been a great opportunity for me to meet so many of the friendly, fellow BBs nuts I’ve met here and elsewhere on t’internet. Damn. I was going to treat you to a Ben Shaws dandelion and burdock.
|
|
|
Post by Malc on Apr 16, 2024 13:29:55 GMT -5
Likewise folks, hope you have a rockin’ good time !
|
|
|
Post by John Manning on Apr 17, 2024 0:51:46 GMT -5
Boy, I wish I could be there. This event seems set to be a real blast and would have been a great opportunity for me to meet so many of the friendly, fellow BBs nuts I’ve met here and elsewhere on t’internet. Damn. I was going to treat you to a Ben Shaws dandelion and burdock. Ah, that’s kind but I don’t think you’ll get D&B that far south, it’s the Northerners’ cola!
|
|
barnsy
Kahuna
Posts: 199
Likes: 304
|
Post by barnsy on Apr 19, 2024 14:26:06 GMT -5
Looking forward to meeting up with the good folk from here who are going tomorrow. Er, is there a secret handshake? Look for a greying, balding, bearded guy - I'm sure that will narrow the field right down
|
|
|
Post by AGD on Apr 20, 2024 4:11:17 GMT -5
Hope everyone going has a great time.
|
|