Monthly Archives: March 2014

1981 – October – U2

Posted on March 22, 2014 by grooveware

In July I’d seen U2 on Top of The Pops for the first time playing “Fire”. The appeal was instant. They were similar, in a way, to Echo and The Bunnymen, but more anthemic featuring a big, wide sound with … Continue reading →

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1981 – The Nolans – Sheffield City Hall

Posted on March 21, 2014 by grooveware

The night I saw The Nolans was the night that I truly understood the punk ethic; don’t worry about what others think, do your own thing in your own way and if others don’t like it, that’s their problem! I … Continue reading →

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1981 – The Only Fun In Town – Josef K

Posted on March 10, 2014 by grooveware

It was a real culture shock for me to be back at home. Apart from the holidays, for the best part of four years I’d been out drinking every single night, gone where I wanted to go and with whom … Continue reading →

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