A Thank you...The last 'Stand' I'll be there post...honest!

I can just start posting aboust stuff like...atmosphere in the ground...and...why we sit a bit too deep sometimes..

Firstly a MASSIVE thanks to this board.
Truely me and the lads in the band have all said without the CCF (AAMB as was ) we'd have sold barely a few hundred.

Seriously.

What I've learned is this.
City have about 5,000 fanatics. Hardcore. Some of whom travel away every week and who will buy the record.
In the weeks leading up to 'pre-order' pretty much all those people (who are City to their bones) bought it...
After that it was really hard to get people to buy it...which is absolutely fair enough...and I think pretty much how we know it is now.

The 'new' fans though will take us forward. I know they weren't there in Preston when we lost 6-0 in 1990 (or was it 91?) but that's life.
I think they have to be encouraged to stay.
That's my view of it.
When we make the Premiership we can get 35,000 for every home game and the hospitality will be full...okay it'll mean 28,000 people who weren't there 20 years ago BUT it'll mean we got to Old Trafford and Anfield...and I'd rather be going there than Rochdale or Orient...if I'm honest.

This is where stuff like the Fred Keenor Statue comes into it.
These 'new' fans (with their kids) will see Fred, ask about him and learn to love Cardiff City.
I think you are right about keeping singing going in areas of the ground.
I think that's essential to also getting new fans in too.
Atmosphere.
Keep battling to get that going.
It will take time in the Stadium but we'll get there...look at the Jacks and Leicester last year.
We have to remember NP could sometimes seem a cold, wet, empty quiet place against Lincoln on a Tuesday night.
It wasn't always Leeds in the Cup...same way as it cant always be Leicester in the P/O's at CCS...it's worth remembering that.
Bet the place is bouncing for the Jacks next week.

Finally, I'd like to personally thank you all again on here. Annis and Carl have been there every step of the way.
Leeds away was straight into my top 5 aways ever. What a day and night and atmosphere..
Did you all see the picture in the program with the shoes...Adidas should use that in their marketing..
I've ALWAYS said South Wales is an Adidas part of the world...'tidy trianies butt'..as we say in the Valleys...love it.

I'd also like to mention on here Julian, Barrie and Jamie at the club who have been superb...they all want the best for the club and are City to the core.
Wayne especially (Wayne who does the half-time) gave us the Cup and deserves a special mention too...what a top top guy.
Ali as well. That guy helped sell about a thousand on his own.

Personally, I've got to go back to work now but I'll be popping onto the board.
It's a brilliant board. Full of life and argument which is what you want.
Even Annis and I don't agree on supporting Wales in the rugby!! haha...(I do, he doesn't!! )
But that's what makes it superb...and the away trips.
I'll be coming to the Ninian before home games when I'm back to have that famous breakfast.

Thanks again...over and out from The Stand.
Jonny.

Was good meeting you yesterday, and a good post to.

Nice one Jon. (Its Paully from Merthyr mate).

Have to say the pride and joy on your face when doing the lap of the pitch was a joy to see.

Catch up soon mate

Nice on Jon see you soon

nice one jon glad our paths crossed

And a Thank You for all the work you did also.

jon on the shoes off jibe

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and dont forget that part you offered me on shameless

well done on all the hard work, and thanks for ruining my photo wit your bonk eyes
as owain said ''look at me look at me, im an actor ''

Nice post mate....Downloaded it....
Great seeing you yesterday..i was the teen with long hair wandering roud the ninian aimlessly talking to people

Jonny I am glad that I could help and privileged too, you worked very hard and deserve the credit you have received. Leeds away was a top trip and I know you will enjoy the next one

Well done for all you efforts fella, its been a roller coaster

jonny you are city through and through m8 you looked very happy going around ccs yesterday lets hope we all get what we want this year prem here we come bloobirds

Where arewe in the charts?

Yeah what number are we?

Cheers Jonny

We had a Great time with you down here and All your Hard work is much Appreciated By City Fans and Especially This Forums Members

Leeds Away was Superb

Did it Chart at all?

Did my best to get the single in the charts bought 3 CD's and the picture disc great to meet you and Owen and thanks for signing the CD's for my Daughter and Nephew

I still cant get Play.com download page to work so looks like a trip down to Asda and another purchase is due !

Is that Dom Jolly in the background???



Cracking effort, good work and amazing to see.

'UP THE STATUE'!!!

Nice meeting you in the Ninian Pub. Well done for the interest in the statue. Come back soon.

well done mate

apologies if this topic has been addressed.
Is there any chance that there will be a ringtone for the iPhone of 'I'll be there' as that'll b another 99p per purchase and a great ringtone 4 Bluebird fans?

Jonny boy Thanks for all your hard work too - feels like you have been on a few weeks bender with this forum your trip away and the games at home

Don't work too hard!!!!!!

Just about the best part has been this forum and meeting everyone on the Leeds away trip..

Said to my wife...worth it ALL just for that...

Just about the best part has been this forum and meeting everyone on the Leeds away trip..

Said to my wife...worth it ALL just for that...

best of luck m8 !

They are even selling copies at Spytty Tesco's in Newport, which is a short stagger away from where Newport County play. Truely amazing and I did buy another copy when I was in there on Sunday, making it 4 so far and a download

Thanks again all and Mallo good to meet you and the family mate...nice motor by the way.