Barrie Thomas "In Conversation" with Madeline Bell

[@mjones4083]

The more I come across old clips of Madeline singing the more I am amazed that she did not become a major international solo star .She had it all , a sublime voice, a warm, engaging and charismatic personality and she always dressed with such innate taste and style - not always easy to pull of with 60s & 70s fashions I think ! Yet Madeline always looked great .She nailed it every time . She should write a book about her amazing life and the amazing people she worked with ...and who were lucky enough to work with her too . What an amazing book that would be .

[@mandogvan4513]

"Count Me IN" was my favourite Blue Mink single. They were great writers, singers and musicians and looked good too. Good to see she's doing so well. Love her English accent. Can't wait to hear more of her show biz stories.

[@keepitreal888-gnc]

I remember this lady from the early seventies. Melting Pot is the song that always stays with me. Beautiful woman 👠!

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you for your positive feedback,it is greatly appreciated.

[@sandragoodhew344]

I can remember back in the 1980's dearest Jonathan invited me to see Madeline perform at Ronnie Scotts, I was blown over by her singing, her stage presence, her energy and how much fun she has on stage, I have been a fan ever since . Legends don't come around much these days, but Madeline is the real deal and deserves the title "LEGEND". Thank you for this interview

[@thebtmclub]

So glad you enjoyed it

[@laquois]

I grew up listening to Miss Madeline Bell back in the day. She was a huge inspiration to me as a young child. Some years ago, she was on one of the flights I was operating as cabin crew and she very kindly signed and presented me with one of her autograph cards and told me, I was completely professional and friendly and she appreciated my service. When I realised it was her, I completely froze mid motion and tears fell out my eyes. She still is amazing……🥰

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you for your lovely words.

[@jetpigeon8758]

I always think of the French group SPACE who Madeline sang with.

[@ThorSmith]

Yes! Ms. Bell's vocals on 'Turn Me On-Carry On' are immortal!

[@joanlewis6674]

That was fantastic she use to live on road of my school, in Acton Twyford school. Good memories, we use to try and catch going into her house.😍

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you for your positive words Joan. The support of your long time friends is priceless.

[@simonbellsinger]

Great interview, and so good to hear Barrie point out that it was preperation, not luck, that got Madeline her success!

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you so much for such a good big compliment, from a legend such as yourself.

[@normanblackfield5980]

What a joy to see this lady again, she is a legend and so much history, and so much more she needs to tell us, please please please can we have part two soon

[@thebtmclub]

The response is overwhelming. THANK YOU SO MUCH.

[@stephenhowell5611]

I have Madeline's Doin' Things and an expanded version of Bell's A Poppin' albums from the 60s and they are amazing, why she didn't become a bigger name is beyond me. Go and watch Dusty singing I Don't Want To Go On Without You from her show 1966 with Madeline, Lesley and Barbara on BV's, also the Beat Club clips of Madeline in the 60s. Great interview.

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you so much for your positive feedback it is greatly appreciated. Glad to hear that you enjoyed the interview. Do check out some of the other artists on the chianti, i think you may enjoy them. One again, many thanks.

[@stephenhowell5611]

@@thebtmclub Is there likely to be a Part 2 ? Mention of some of the people she has worked with that she wanted to talk about sounded very interesting 👍

[@thebtmclub]

@@stephenhowell5611 I am working on it. Hopefully beginning of the new year

[@karin7.london]

Amazing my Māori Whānau in NZ love singing Blue Mink & Edison Lighthouse songs ~ great interview x TYSM

[@achirose2002]

Looking forward to Part 2, Mr Thomas!

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you so much for watching. It is greatly appreciated. We are working on a date for part two.

[@ronmichaelharley]

Such a lovely interview.

[@thebtmclub]

Bless you, glad you enjoyed it. Please do check out some of the others, I think you may enjoy them. Thanks again for your positivity.

[@dixgun]

✨Wonderful conversation. I learned much. 🙏

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you so much for your positive feedback, it is greatly appreciated.

[@mauriziomarinelli1516]

This interview is so inspirational. Madeline Bell is a legendary figure with a unique musical-life knowledge and wisdom. Your empathy, Barrie, makes her shine even more.

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you, Madeline will love this.

[@fiyofontaine9447]

Excellent interview. I grew up listening to Madeleine Bell and Blue Mink. She looks amazing for her age..thanks you for raising this legendary soul’s profile once again. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you for your positive words. Much appreciated. 💋❤💋

[@mikesimpson5383]

I so enjoyed this interview - can't wait for part two. Thank you Sir! 👏👏👏

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you so much for your positive feedback. So glad you enjoyed it.

[@mikesimpson5383]

You are most welcome! Looking forward to watching the interviews with Melba Moore and Linda Clifford too. Thank you so much for sharing 👏👏👏

[@thebtmclub]

@@mikesimpson5383 thanks great to hear. I do hope you enjoy those too.

[@JeroendeRijk]

Wonderful! And exactly the Madeline I know for quite a while too... Grateful for the 150 (?) concerts we did and the 4-5 albums. #realpeoplerealmusic

[@thebtmclub]

Wow. Beautiful.

[@martingreene83]

One of the kindest and most talented ladies you will meet, thank you so much for doing this interview, she deserves so much and should have been awarded an MBE for her services to the music industry, I would like to thank you for entertaining us over the years and being one of the best live performers I have ever seen,.

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you so much for your kind words, they are very much appreciated.

[@jonathanbuxton517]

Great interview Barrie and Madeline, looking for part two ....

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you so much Sir

[@chriscarroll5356]

Thank you Barrie. What a fantastic interview. I know that many fans like me have missed seeing Madeline these past 18 months. Looking forward to Part 2

[@thebtmclub]

So glad you enjoyed it

[@milesbrowne9405]

Part two please so much more to tell ?? When is she back in the UK ? Ronnie Scotts please ?

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you so much for your positive feedback. We will get it organised. ❤

[@sheilamann708]

Fantastic interview, I first went to see this lady at The Talk Of The Town, and out of all the stars that appeared their she broke the box office record, can you please ask her about this on the part two next interview and her love for Stevie Wonder and her love of performing at Ronnie Scotts which is legendary

[@thebtmclub]

Thank you so much for your love. Really glad you enjoyed it. ❤

[@milesbrowne9405]

Many thanks, if you do part two can you please ask her why her masterpiece album "comin atcha" has never been released on cd ?

[@thebtmclub]

I certainly will. Thank you so much for watching, it is greatly appreciated.

[@derekbrowning6464]

any plans for part two ?

[@thebtmclub]

Yes indeed, possibly in the new year. Thank you for your positive feedback.