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The First Steps
1,008 listeners
The FIRST STEPS came from Worlington,Suffolk,UK. Brothers Chris (Bass,vocal)and Jem Murrell (Drums) along with brothers Phil (Guitar,vocal)… read moreThe FIRST STEPS came from Worlington,Suffolk,UK. Brothers Chris (Bass,vocal)and Jem Murrell (Drums) along with brothers Phil (Guitar,vocal) and Jon Thornalley (Manager,Producer) made up the band. In 1979 they released their first single … read moreThe FIRST STEPS came from Worlington,Suffolk,UK. Brothers Chris (Bass,vocal)and Jem Murrell (Drums) along with brothers Phil (Guitar,vocal) and Jon Thornalley (Manager,Producer) made up the band. In 1979 they released their first single "The Beat Is Back" on their own English Rose Recor… read more
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The Gangsters
939 listeners
1)Formed in 1993 by singer songwriters Ziggy Lee Hall and Jimmy "Monty" LaMonte THE GANGSTERS are an eight-piece, highly fuelled … read more1)Formed in 1993 by singer songwriters Ziggy Lee Hall and Jimmy "Monty" LaMonte THE GANGSTERS are an eight-piece, highly fuelled WORLD SKA band with originality at the forefront of their sound. To view more about The Gangsters … read more1)Formed in 1993 by singer songwriters Ziggy Lee Hall and Jimmy "Monty" LaMonte THE GANGSTERS are an eight-piece, highly fuelled WORLD SKA band with originality at the forefront of their sound. To view more about The Gangsters visit the portal at www.ukgangsters.com. 2)GANGSTERS UK/Ha… read more
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The Smirks
1,260 listeners
The Smirks was a British rock band that garnered some success in the 1970s. They played their first concerts in Manchester in late 1977, bu… read moreThe Smirks was a British rock band that garnered some success in the 1970s. They played their first concerts in Manchester in late 1977, but by January 1978 they were spotted at the Stiff Records talent show. The band quickly picked up a… read moreThe Smirks was a British rock band that garnered some success in the 1970s. They played their first concerts in Manchester in late 1977, but by January 1978 they were spotted at the Stiff Records talent show. The band quickly picked up a management deal, and recorded a session for the John Peel p… read more
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Starjets
1,927 listeners
Originally formed in Belfast in 1976, they would mix their own songs with well known cover versions, a common thing of the time. The Starje… read moreOriginally formed in Belfast in 1976, they would mix their own songs with well known cover versions, a common thing of the time. The Starjets covered the likes of The Archies "Sugar Sugar" and The Beatles "Please Please Me… read moreOriginally formed in Belfast in 1976, they would mix their own songs with well known cover versions, a common thing of the time. The Starjets covered the likes of The Archies "Sugar Sugar" and The Beatles "Please Please Me" in their set and even supported the Bay City Rollers … read more
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The Carpettes
11,655 listeners
The Carpettes were a Mod / Punk band from Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear, England, formed in 1977, who released two albums on "Begg… read moreThe Carpettes were a Mod / Punk band from Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear, England, formed in 1977, who released two albums on "Beggars Banquet Records" and recorded two Peel sessions. They split up in 1981, but reformed in 1… read moreThe Carpettes were a Mod / Punk band from Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear, England, formed in 1977, who released two albums on "Beggars Banquet Records" and recorded two Peel sessions. They split up in 1981, but reformed in 1996. The band was formed in 1977 by Neil Thompson (vocals, g… read more
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Mike Read
298 listeners
Michael David Kenneth Read (born 1 March 1947) is an English singer, radio disc jockey, writer, journalist and television presenter. Althou… read moreMichael David Kenneth Read (born 1 March 1947) is an English singer, radio disc jockey, writer, journalist and television presenter. Although far better known for his career in BBC related media, he has had a sporadic music career. As a solo artist, he has released several singles, starting with … read more
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Protex
13,341 listeners
In 1977, four schoolfriends formed the Incredibly Boring Band and did a few gigs playing covers of Thin Lizzy and Dr Feelgood songs. Howeve… read moreIn 1977, four schoolfriends formed the Incredibly Boring Band and did a few gigs playing covers of Thin Lizzy and Dr Feelgood songs. However, they were soon smitten by the punk bug and decided that they wanted to play energic pop like th… read moreIn 1977, four schoolfriends formed the Incredibly Boring Band and did a few gigs playing covers of Thin Lizzy and Dr Feelgood songs. However, they were soon smitten by the punk bug and decided that they wanted to play energic pop like the Buzzcocks and the Ramones. So they started to write their … read more
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Charlie Fawn
304 listeners
Charlie Fawn was a British power pop/new wave singer-songwriter who had some success in the late-70s. He released four singles and a self-t… read more
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Pointed Sticks
17,210 listeners
Power-pop/punk/new-wave outfit who emerged from the late 70's Vancouver Hardcore scene (DOA, Subhumans). Only lasted for 3 years and o… read morePower-pop/punk/new-wave outfit who emerged from the late 70's Vancouver Hardcore scene (DOA, Subhumans). Only lasted for 3 years and one studio release yet remain one of the most influential music acts from the period. View wikiPower-pop/punk/new-wave outfit who emerged from the late 70's Vancouver Hardcore scene (DOA, Subhumans). Only lasted for 3 years and one studio release yet remain one of the most influential music acts from the period. View wiki
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Leeson & Vale
82 listeners
British pop/rock musicians Michael Leeson & Pete Vale produced two singles in 1980 for RCA Records. The first, "Like a Good Girl S… read moreBritish pop/rock musicians Michael Leeson & Pete Vale produced two singles in 1980 for RCA Records. The first, "Like a Good Girl Should", has had a long cult following among power pop fans. However, they are far better know… read moreBritish pop/rock musicians Michael Leeson & Pete Vale produced two singles in 1980 for RCA Records. The first, "Like a Good Girl Should", has had a long cult following among power pop fans. However, they are far better known as immensely successful songwriters for other artists. For… read more