Comments on: So long, Jimmy Cuba https://spitalfieldslife.com/2010/09/20/so-long-jimmy-cuba/ In the midst of life I woke to find myself living in an old house beside Brick Lane in the East End of London Fri, 21 Sep 2018 15:04:43 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.2 By: Martin Harris https://spitalfieldslife.com/2010/09/20/so-long-jimmy-cuba/#comment-1227289 Fri, 21 Sep 2018 15:04:43 +0000 http://spitalfieldslife.com.s83288.gridserver.com/?p=9256#comment-1227289 Jimmy Cuba record shop Hart Lane in Henley. One of those special places where time stops for a bit. When you walk in he’ll smile and say “welcome”
Thanks for the coffee this morning mate and thanks for putting me on to the John Morales lps, they’re top

]]> By: Ian Wool5 https://spitalfieldslife.com/2010/09/20/so-long-jimmy-cuba/#comment-1108628 Sat, 24 Sep 2016 18:21:34 +0000 http://spitalfieldslife.com.s83288.gridserver.com/?p=9256#comment-1108628 Imagine my surprise at discovering Jummy Cuba’s shop now located down an alleyway off Hart Lane in Henley-on-Thames recently. A splattering of jukeboxes and all those great vinyl covers adorn the walls of his small shop. Whether he’s trading in the right place remains to be seen and think somewhere like Camden would suit him better but Jimmy is still that happy go lucky chap as he always has been so if your in the area, do pop in and say hello.

]]> By: Vicky https://spitalfieldslife.com/2010/09/20/so-long-jimmy-cuba/#comment-19541 Sat, 11 Jun 2011 18:39:31 +0000 http://spitalfieldslife.com.s83288.gridserver.com/?p=9256#comment-19541 I’ve been moved enough to email The Wellington Market Company Plc

]]> By: jimmycuba https://spitalfieldslife.com/2010/09/20/so-long-jimmy-cuba/#comment-11844 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 16:26:10 +0000 http://spitalfieldslife.com.s83288.gridserver.com/?p=9256#comment-11844 jimmycuba gives a big thanks to everyone for the lovely comments

I am now travelling the world having another adventure i am heading to the carribean soon to work on a boat,

you can check in on face book to see where i am ,jimmycuba99

IF Anyone ever needs a DJ you know where to find me

celia cruz rocks

]]> By: jeff beals https://spitalfieldslife.com/2010/09/20/so-long-jimmy-cuba/#comment-5169 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 19:39:58 +0000 http://spitalfieldslife.com.s83288.gridserver.com/?p=9256#comment-5169 Sad but sweet congratulations to you Jimmy. Honestly, when I saw the email from Melkerson (Goodby Jimmy Cuba) I thought the worst. So even though your sweet scene there is ending, I’m breathing a happy sigh that you’re safe and sound. I love you and I’m glad you’re part of the world. You’re a good soul.

Whenever you get to So Cal let’s get together. Things have changed here for the better. Hope the same for you Amigo. Tonight me & a pal are playing a tiny bar in Long Beach. I’ll think of you and be glad for what’s in your future.

Cheers Jim!

]]> By: Tim Smart https://spitalfieldslife.com/2010/09/20/so-long-jimmy-cuba/#comment-2041 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 15:02:02 +0000 http://spitalfieldslife.com.s83288.gridserver.com/?p=9256#comment-2041 Very sad to hear that Jimmy has left the market, he has been a strong supporter of a number of bands in the UK and abroad for many years, something that has always been enormously appreciated by everyone in the music community. The very best of luck Jimmy, hope to see you soon!

The end of an era. Spitalfields won’t be the same.

PS if anyone is interested, check out http://www.kingsalsa.co.uk or http://www.weaverecords.com – new album just been released by 13-piece London latin band on a small independent label…..was hoping Jimmy might have been interested in it for his stall…….damn.

]]> By: sonni https://spitalfieldslife.com/2010/09/20/so-long-jimmy-cuba/#comment-1732 Wed, 20 Oct 2010 18:35:45 +0000 http://spitalfieldslife.com.s83288.gridserver.com/?p=9256#comment-1732 Jimmy is the best in the business. He has knowledge of the those special tracks that are so hard to find. After a while he gets to give you what you want, even before you ask for it. He is a big loss not only to the market, but to music lovers who are looking for that bit of speciality. Good luck Cuba.

]]> By: Jane Dutton Kohli https://spitalfieldslife.com/2010/09/20/so-long-jimmy-cuba/#comment-1315 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 20:14:58 +0000 http://spitalfieldslife.com.s83288.gridserver.com/?p=9256#comment-1315 Ravi and I are so sorry to see this. Jimmy did the world music for our wedding in 2003 and we all danced the night away to his great sounds. His experience and knowledge was second to none. The hideous corporate stamp is creeping in everywhere.

]]> By: Peter Phillips https://spitalfieldslife.com/2010/09/20/so-long-jimmy-cuba/#comment-1314 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 19:51:43 +0000 http://spitalfieldslife.com.s83288.gridserver.com/?p=9256#comment-1314 Sad to see this iconic, charming London landmark destroyed – no not you Jimmy – Spitalfields Market.
Once the fruit left some very imaginative people turned the place into a lively space which felt local and retained an authentic market feel not to mention passionately valuing it’s historical significance.
Now it’s just a mall and the glittery corporate offices on top of it truly symbolise the crushing of Independent Spirit underfoot – a spirit well represented by Jimmy and his stylish delight in the Latin vibe. Ah well – they did try to fight back but those big guns are just that – BIG. And not for the first time – Covent Garden folks – YUK.
Time to move on Jim – well done for having the courage (at your age!!!!!!) (It’s OK folks – he knows I’m kidding! NOT…)
Best of Luck – you won’t need it – if ever there was a survivor it’s you.

]]> By: District 6 https://spitalfieldslife.com/2010/09/20/so-long-jimmy-cuba/#comment-1285 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 16:52:37 +0000 http://spitalfieldslife.com.s83288.gridserver.com/?p=9256#comment-1285 So long Jimmy. All good things come to an end. Good luck with the next chapter !

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