Benwell Lad Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 It's been brushed on in other threads but he deserves his own. I've been going to SJP for many decades and it was one of the finest spectacles I've seen, made even better as it seems to have irritated the chip on shoulder visiting supporters somewhat. The singer, Graeme Danby was superb and despite a world renowned career it must have been been a great moment for a true Newcastle fan to lead the fans into song immediately before a derby match. The noise when each chorus began was amazing and people who don't normally join in were singing their hearts out at the top of their voice. This "anthem" singing has to become a regular feature for big games, imagine him doing it before a cup quarter final or something ? Awesome - well done to whoever came up with the idea. :clap: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Milburnthedog Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Have to agree completely. It was a fantastic idea and having our 'anthem' being belted out from all 4 sides of the ground was a magical feeling. One of those 'hair on the back of your neck' moments. Something I won't forget. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenBartonCentrePartin Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 It's been brushed on in other threads but he deserves his own. I've been going to SJP for many decades and it was one of the finest spectacles I've seen, made even better as it seems to have irritated the chip on shoulder visiting supporters somewhat. The singer, Graeme Danby was superb and despite a world renowned career it must have been been a great moment for a true Newcastle fan to lead the fans into song immediately before a derby match. The noise when each chorus began was amazing and people who don't normally join in were singing their hearts out at the top of their voice. This "anthem" singing has to become a regular feature for big games, imagine him doing it before a cup quarter final or something ? Awesome - well done to whoever came up with the idea. :clap: aww shucks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedro111 Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Lol, it shows how pissed i was at kick off yesterday as I didnt even realise there was a bloke on the pitch singing untill I logged on here today!, I thought it was just a spontaneous thing by the crowd! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris_R Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 It was an awesome spectacle, only small shame was that those around me were singing at twice the speed he was so kept getting ahead of him. On the plus side though it meant we got to sing each chorus twice! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/1889/danbylr0.jpg Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Milburnthedog Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Canny version on a well known hosting site. Newcastle Vs Sunderland in the search will find it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VegasToon Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Gutted I missed it like! Why must I always turn up just for kick off time! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Milburnthedog Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Thats my video, uploaded it last night Tremendous effort, my friend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 No cunt knows the fucking words. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geordie2000 Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 hairs standing up on the back of my neck again!!!!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Gutted I missed it like! Why must I always turn up just for kick off time! I was in the ground at the time yet have no memory of it! :-[ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinkeye Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 I only walked in as he was doing the toon toon bit as he was walking off the pitch. If that is going to be a regular thing I will a) get into the ground a little sooner and b) learn the words, not just the first verse and chorus!! Excellent, made for a superb atmosphere throughout the entire match. The goals obviously helped like! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest toonlass Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 It was brilliant, top marks to whoever decided to get him, it was fantastic. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benwell Lad Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 I only know parts of the song, was kind of crap not knowing the lyrics but hey even if you cant sing the whole song the little pieces you actually CAN helps out. No c*** knows the f****** words. I think its more that there was more quit in the Milburn Stand really, because there was alot of noice everywhere else. I think the whole idea was let the professional sing the verses and we all join in the chorus ( the oh me lads bit ) and that worked out best. Great video but like you say seems like the Platinum Club was more into having a last pint than getting out and singing, where I was everyone was singing. Maybe if it became a regular thing and we knew it was happening everyone would be out singing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skirge Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 He did show that most do not know all the words and that we sing it wayyyyyy to fast.. But I enjoyed it, and it was great at the end when he did the "TOON TOON". Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Thats my video, uploaded it last night Bar 1892 like? It's alreet for some eh! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jawesome Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Toon Toon! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoreboard82 Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 A memorable derby moment was that pre-match performance. The "toon,Toon" bit at the end reminded me of those crowds in Italy and the likes, where fans take in loud hailers to shout songs through. Great stuff. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 I think this being a one-off made it much better than it would be if it was every game, we'd soon get sick and take it for granted, it reminded me of the Newcastle/Liverpool Cup final for build up to the game. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Decky Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Looks really quiet that part of the ground Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Geordiecunny Posted April 27, 2008 Share Posted April 27, 2008 get yourself up to level 7. You don't get looked at like your stupid for supporting your team. I'd highly recommend it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pav Posted April 27, 2008 Share Posted April 27, 2008 It's a shame most people don't even know the right words to the chorus Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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