Monthly Archives: June 2018

My Punk Rock Moment With X-Ray Specs

Posted on June 18, 2018 by

One of the killer lines in political debate these days is that the slightest wiff of socialism will drag us ‘back to the 1970’s’. Speaking as one who was there I can vouch for the fact that that is not … Continue reading →

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Danny Kirwin is Missing

Posted on June 17, 2018 by

‘Thank you, Danny Kirwan, you will forever be missed’ Mick Fleetwood via Facebook As ever, with my eye for a bargain, I recently purchased a 5 CD set of Fleetwood Mac. There is always something fascinating about a band’s wilderness … Continue reading →

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The Creation of Alvin Stardust

Posted on June 10, 2018 by

In December 1959 TV producer Jack Good went to the airport to meet American rock and roll star Gene Vincent with a view to putting him on his show. Good was met by a casually dressed quiet spoken polite individual. … Continue reading →

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Unsung Hero’s Harvey Hinsley

Posted on June 3, 2018 by

A constant source of amazement to me, this is by far my most visited post . Hot chocolate appear to be more loved than the sex pistols,yes,the clash or even gentle giant. In the 1960’s forming a multi racial band … Continue reading →

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