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Biggest Lil

Written by Louis MacGillivray

Oh, winter shall be here again
And all at once our season ends
But jesus christ, you are too much
So overwrought and out of touch

Oh, jesus christ, you are too much

Oh, winter shall blow through again
Goodbye my love, it’s such a shame
But jesus christ, you’re just too much
You ought to know when enough’s enough

Oh, winter shall be here again
You’re not my friend
You’re not my friend
You’re not my friend
You’re not my friend…

Oh, winter shall draw near again
In overcoats, glad fire and friends
Sweet jesus christ, it’s was all too much
But now I know that I have enough

Oh, winter shall be here again
You’re not my friend
You’re not my friend
You’re not my friend

Winter Shall

Do you remember those Saturday nights?

Duckie: Doc is a two-year oral history research project and podcast series ahead of its 30th birthday celebrations in November 2025.

We’ll tell you our story, but we want to hear yours too.  For all the highs and lows and everything in between email Story@Duckie.co.uk to tell us about your memories and experience. 

Hear the stories of the producers, punters and performance artists who’ve progressed from backstreet pub to Olivier award-winning national portfolio organisation funded by the Arts Council.

Audio producer Bruce Guthrie and Dr Duckie, Ben Walters, will be creating this fan made, handmade documentary for podcast and broadcast.

From nightclub for queers to the posh club for old dears, Duckie has also been at the centre of the cultural discourse because it’s been the venue for so many performers to find their voice.

Kit Green, David Hoyle, Travis Alabanza all found the warmest and most available audience here.  An audience who could be corralled to give their attention in the midst of a boozy, flirty, sweaty night club.  

The presence of hostess Amy Lame, the visions of producer Simon Casson, the direction of Dicky Eton and Robin Whitmore all held together consistently with consistently danceable, joyful music from the London Reader’s Wifes.

We go backstage with host Azara and the Ducky dollies to hear how 30 years of clubbing have changed British performance and enriched the cultural and political lives of thousands. 

But we're here for the fun, the memories, the people and their bawdy search for love on a Saturday night at the Vauxhall tavern of life.  Always greeted by Father and Jay Cloth for just three pounds.

Here is the story retold by all the people who danced there, lived, laughed and grew up there.  A playground and activity centre for these queers and their peers. 

We’re telling you our story, so we want to hear yours.  For all the highs and lows and everything in between email Story@Duckie.co.uk.

The project is being produced by www.Avonside.studio  – makers of homespun nonsense that touches your heart.

© 2023 Avonside Studio

Duckie documentary teaser

The producers, performers and punters at Duckie at The Eagle nightclub in Vauxhall, London.  

This forms part of the initial research phase for an ambitious 13 part documentary celebrating 30 years of queer mischief.

Produced by Bruce Guthrie.

For more information go to https://www.avonside.studio/duckie-doc.html

© 2023 Avonside Studio

Duckie XXX

A look at the history and evolution of the radio documentary feature, a hybrid form which can sometimes appear closer to music or poetry than to news reporting.

First broadcast 28th June 2008 BBC Radio 4
Produced by Alan Hall

The Ballad Of The Radio Feature

Saturday Edition 14 September 2024 Billy & Bruce

Broadcaster Piers Plowright explores five sound-worlds - some from far back in his life and some more recent - which still resonate with him.

In this third episode, Piers goes for a drive with his two daughters in a Morris Minor, the same model and vintage as the one he owned between 1968 and 1990. As his only car, he discovers just what made it so special when the family was growing up.

Produced by Alan Hall
First broadcast 12th August 2015, BBC Radio 4

Stepping Stones: The Chuckler: A Short Ride In A Smart Machine 3/5

 I just love this piece of music. Big L lives!

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"Lexington, My Home Town"  WLKY

'We're off to see a man about a handbag' says Sister Aura Fister as she and Sister Naomi Shambles, Sister Sadie of the Gaping Chasm and Novice Niche Whimsy go on a pilgrimage to the Museum of Croydon to meet Mother Molly of Claphouse Fame.

Dedicated with love to the memory of Ray Harvey-Amer 1935-2020

Produced by Bruce Guthrie & the museum's artist in residence, Mark Goldby.

© 2020 www.avonside.studio

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