Bibliogryphon

Like I said, give the New Blood album (and concert film) a chance. Yes, he's recycling old material but, stripped of the layers and layers of synths and ponderous drums, his music sounds MUCH better. I think it was a wise move on his behalf - it is a way of ensuring his legacy as a great songwriter and lyricist now that the original versions of his songs sound so dated. Synths may age but orchestras are timeless. Really, it is the only Gabriel album you need to own. I still think So is an awesome album. Very eighties yes but a brilliant album. I think this whole thread is being a bit sniffy about the musical acheivements of both PG & PC. Being successful does not always mean that you have sold out.

When I have re-watched the stories that featured Liz Shaw I felt she was a character who could really work alongside The Doctor and the characterisation in this series is much deeper. However the production team wanted a much more "Why Doctor?" character and so Jo Grant was born. Shame about Caroline John. When Time annotated my list he did suggest she was one to watch I'd love to take the credit for that but it was actually msc. Thank you Time for correcting me and apologies msc - excellent insight. I started the reply before checking the earlier post.

When I have re-watched the stories that featured Liz Shaw I felt she was a character who could really work alongside The Doctor and the characterisation in this series is much deeper. However the production team wanted a much more "Why Doctor?" character and so Jo Grant was born. Shame about Caroline John. When Time annotated my list he did suggest she was one to watch

It would be like "Only When I Laugh"

??? Peter Gabriel is alive, he's only 62. I think I know who you mean, but I'm buggered if I can think of his name at the moment. Gotit! Were you thinking of Robert Palmer? You are probably right but not sure how you get Peter Gabriel confused with Robert Palmer. Not sure I would put any member of Genesis on the list just yet but considering the Deaths we have had this year and RP himself things can be surprising

He's the oldest living astronomer I believe. Assuming he doesnt pass away this year I'd be amazed if he wasn't on next years list'. He still has the occassional pint with his old mate Patrick Moore apparantely Surely this man must be a shoe-in for the 2013 list if he makes it that far. He will be 100 next year. He also shares my birthday. (Same day - not year!)

If you want something to really make you feel oppressed and the end of the world is nigh try the reworked version of "Here Comes the Flood" from Shaking the Tree. It is awesome but not very cheery.

I know it is not in the spirit of the website but I think Egypt could do without Hosni Mubarak dying in the next few days

I am thinking that it is inversely proportional to their level of celebrity. Those who people know who they are have their own thread whereas second rate singers who did a bit of acting can pop up in all sorts of places!

Thanks for this Yongle He is on a draft list of about 40 names I have pencilled in to research for possible inclusion on my reserve 400 list for 2013! Didn't make it to 2013 (already posted in The Welsh)

Victor Spinetti has died

Judith was awarded an OBE in The Queen's Birthday Honours list. Is this a case of like Edward Kenneday and Robert Stephens - get it in quick whilst it is still an option? It is pretty damning that Judith has been overlooked for so long when Jacqueline Wilson and J K Rowling are already Dames.

I love seeing her scrapes and shenanigans Is this a euphemism?

Apparently ABC is making him wear a harness. He's never worn one so he's concerned it will affect his equilibrium. Personally, I'd be super-glued to the tightrope. Note that there was no comment as this event went off without incident.

Is he ill? No just possibly in need of putting down

If he wasn't he wouldn't be one of the chosen 50! "What we demand are hard facts..."

I count 47 votes. I didn't count and just went by the statement that 50 members had cast their votes. Oh yea weird didn't see that . Maybe it didn't register the other three votes im not sure unless my counting is off . Someone should do a recount .lol I know what happened 50 people have cast there votes and three people have deleted them probably . that's my best guess. I know what happened - I was trying to be a smart arse without getting my facts straight

I count 47 votes. I didn't count and just went by the statement that 50 members had cast their votes.

I am intrigued by the way the percentages are calculated. Mubarek has 16/50 votes which by my reckoning should be 32% but the programme has put him at 34%. Does Deathlist maths work in a weird and fiendish way?

Difficult one!! LOTR If you have read the books then the films are OK to watch but a wasted opportunity. If you haven't read the books then I would recommend reading the books but you might enjoy the films more if you haven't read the books!! HARRY POTTER Just don't bother!

I seriously think that Deathlisters should snap these up as official mugs to drink out celebratory champagne from when either Zsa Zsa or Thatcher finally depart

Lucky I got this list in as Barry Unsworth is dead

Sainsbury's have a range of Father's Day gifts with Dad's Army theme blazoned with the words Don't Panic and Clive's picture. You can get a wallet, socks, tankard. I do hope he is getting some royalties for image rights which should pay for any medical care he may need in the near future. These could also become Deathlist memorabilia.

Following my success with Ray Bradbury. I used the same technique and voted for Mubarek but this time I seem to be in touch with the mood of the nation (or at least that part of it that frequents the Deathlist)

Another one I was convinced was dead. I had Robert Vaughan on my list but not Peter.