The Sex Pistols are one of the most iconic punk bands in history, known for their rebellious attitude and aggressive sound. Their music has inspired countless bands and musicians over the years, and their legacy continues to live on. In the late 1970s, a punk rock band from London exploded onto the music scene with […]
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What is Glam Rock? Glam rock, also known as glitter rock, is a music and fashion movement that originated in the UK in the early 1970s. It was characterized by its flamboyant and theatrical style, combining heavy rock music with outrageous costumes, makeup, and hairstyles. Glam rock was a unique cultural phenomenon that challenged the
Marc Bolan was a legendary musician, songwriter, and frontman of the iconic British rock band T. Rex. His unique style and catchy tunes made him an icon of the glam rock era. However, his life was tragically cut short when he died in a car crash in 1977. Many people believe that Marc Bolan had
Produced by Muriel Young, directed by Nicolas Ferguson, and shown on Granada Television for ITV. The year was 1977, and the iconic Marc Bolan was at the peak of his career. Not only was he a successful musician and songwriter, but he also had his own television show, simply called “Marc.” ‘Marc’ was a music
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In January 1978 Kate Bush hit single “Wuthering Heights” was the debut single for the Kick Inside Album, inspired from the last part of the 1967 BBC series Wuthering heights, and the book by Emily Brontë. It is thought Kate Bush had written this song in the spring of 1977. The Queens Silver Jubilee year.
The Beatles Town House: 3 Saville Row, Mayfair Number 3 Saville Row is a 4 story 1733 townhouse, located in the City of Westminster with a basement that became the Beatles recording studio during the ‘Let it Be’ recording sessions in 1968. The roof of no. 3 Saville Row would become the most famous roof
Apple Corps the Home of the Beatles Back in 1967 Apple corps was founded by the members of the Beatles; Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Star. With its core division of Apple Records being the main area of activity. As with many things Beatles, even the name of their holding and management
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On the 27th April 1749, the first performance of George Frederic Handel’s Fireworks music was played in Green Park, London, marking a momentous occasion in the history of music and celebration in the city. The performance was commissioned by King George II to celebrate the signing of the Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle, which ended the War
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1968 The Musical film Oliver Twist Was released. The screenplay was by Vernon Harris, Directed by Carol Reed, Produced by John Woolf. The story is based on Oliver! By Lionel Bart and Oliver Twist the classic by Charles Dickens. The music was by Lionel Bart & Johnny Green. Hits included “Consider yourself”, “Food Glorious Food”
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1968 the Beatles first single released on their own Apple Records
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