English Road Stories

On and offstage with bands, 1966 - 2003

Welcome to the picture gallery, covering 37 years of my life in music. Double - click on any titles you want to see, or move through the pictures in order using the arrows.

 

Muther Grumble, Feb.1973 I was asked to write an article for Issue 10 of the successful and controversial 'underground' magazine Muther Grumble, explaining the resurgence of 1950s rock'n'roll at a time when 'progressive' and glam rock were dominating the UK music charts. I couldn't explain it, but this is my attempt. I took the pictures outside the fabulous Alletsa Ballroom in the holiday town of Whitley Bay, on the North East coast, after a bop session. The picture at bottom right shows why the Society was politely asked to leave by the ballroom's nervous management. Rockin' Jim Newark, Ron Lewis and Phil Chicken are all in these shots. Photos & article: Martin Craig. The Muther Grumble archive can be found at http://www.muthergrumble.co.uk/