by Malcolm Pheby | Nov 15, 2017 | 1970s, Manchester, Music
Variety was the spice of life in the Manchester music scene of the 1970s. From Elkie Brooks and Vinegar Joe to the Hollies, 10cc and the Stranglers – the decade had it all. The Laronde club on Cheetham Hill Road was an unlikely setting for the birth of a music legend....
by Malcolm Pheby | Oct 22, 2017 | 1960s, Manchester, Music
When legendary record producer Mickie Most got a call from his friend Harvey Lisberg to see a new band in Bolton, he had no idea he’d soon be into something good. Something very good. The band were Herman’s Hermits. Most became their producer and their first single...
by Emma Schwartz | Oct 6, 2017 | 1990s, 2000s, Manchester, Music
Oasis are synonymous with Manchester. They are one of the most celebrated bands to emerge from the city. They experienced massive success in the 90s and released many iconic records. The band formed in 1991, consisting of Liam Gallagher, Paul Arthurs, Paul McGuigan...
