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Monday, 31 March 2025
The Threads - 25th Anniversary 'Step Back In Time' 22-song Anthology re-issued on CD and available from Bandcamp for just £9.99
This comes as The Threads, formed in the Summer of 1982 by Paul Hooper-Keeley and Tim Mitchell-Smith in Spilsby, Lincolnshire, prepare for a series of UK shows, including the following May dates: -
Sunday 4th May - Mods Mayday Alldayer, 229 The Venue, London
Saturday 17th May - The Threads Homecoming Gig, The Courthouse, Skegness, Lincolnshire
Sunday 25th May - IPO Festival, The Cavern Club, Liverpool
The Threads' 'Step Back In Time' Anthology CD is available to buy now for just £9.99 from Paul Hooper-Keeley's Bandcamp page at the following URL: -
https://paulhooper-keeley.bandcamp.com/
The Who’s Roger Daltrey told he is ‘going blind’
‘Thank God I’ve still got my voice,’ the singer told concertgoers at the Royal Albert Hall.
https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/roger-daltrey-blind-health-the-who-b2723770.html
How to Rock a Mod Haircut in 2025 according to a Celebrity Stylist in Men's Health Magazine
I'll just leave this URL here for you: -
https://www.menshealth.com/uk/style/grooming/a64250797/mod-cut/
Paul Weller helps raise £8,000 for Woking hospice
The sounds of The Jam rocked the room at a gig which raised more than £8,000 for Woking and Sam Beare Hospice and Wellbeing Care. The gig took place at the Fiery Bird live music venue in Woking, which is just 50 yards away from where The Jam played 50 years ago.
Organised by hospice supporter Sam Molnar, guests listened to Steve 'Tufty' Carver as he recounted tales of The Jam, who he says were the best band in the world. Steve was interviewed on stage by Dan Jennings, the host of the Paul Weller Fan Podcast series.
Cian Downing, a singer, songwriter and guitarist, played a brilliant set list featuring his own songs and some covers while The Jam’d, the headliners for the night, got the crowds going with all The Jam hits. Their set on Saturday, March 22 also included a touching tribute to The Jam’s Rick Buckler, who died in February.
Samantha Wakefield, the hospice’s marketing manager and her team made up of Lucy Smith, Anji Molnar and Sandie Robertson, had been busy behind the scenes organising the event, running two raffles and an auction to add to the funds raised for the hospice. A guitar signed by Paul Weller and decorated with artwork by Simon Clements reached in an impressive £750 in the auction.
Sam said: “I’d like to say a huge thank you to everyone who supported the gig. If they came along, bought a raffle ticket or donated a prize, it all counts.
"I’m very grateful to Warren Macfarlane from D.R.C. Shipping for sponsoring the night and to Steve Wheatley from This is Now design for designing the merchandise. Thanks to the Fiery Bird staff for making sure the evening ran smoothly and to the hospice staff for spreading the word about the hospice’s work.
“There was a lot of love in the room on Saturday and it just shows what the hospice means to the town. We are lucky that they support so many families across the area.”
Brighton Museum & Art Gallery celebrates iconic 1960s Mod style with new fashion exhibition this summer. Reported by Laura Pauley
Brighton Museum & Art Gallery is set to turn back the clock to one of the most stylish and revolutionary eras in British culture with its new exhibition, The In Crowd: Mod Fashion & Style 1958-66.
Opening on 10 May 2025 and running until 4 January 2026, this highly anticipated showcase, sponsored by original Brighton Mod brand Ben Sherman, will bring to life the bold style, youthful rebellion, and cultural impact that defined a generation.
The exhibition will feature over 35 dressed mannequins showcasing rare and early Mod outfits drawn from the renowned collection of Roger K. Burton, an expert in vintage fashion. The one-of-a-kind pieces will give visitors an up-close look at the revolutionary style that challenged the norms of the time.
With over 50 years of experience, curator Roger K Burton has styled films including Quadrophenia and Absolute Beginners and worked with cultural icons such as David Bowie, The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
Burton has crafted an exhibition that goes beyond clothing. "The In Crowd: Mod Fashion & Style 1958-66 isn’t just about the clothes; it’s about capturing the restless spirit of a generation," Burton explains.
"Emerging in post-war Britain, the Mods rejected the 1950s, favouring sharp tailoring, bold colours, and a sense of modernity that captured the spirit of youth culture. More than just a fashion statement, they embraced a fresh outlook on life, celebrating youth, freedom, and modernity in ways that continue to inspire today."
The exhibition showcases the influential designers who defined the Mod movement with sleek miniskirts, sharp suits, and crisp button-down shirts that embodied its forward-thinking spirit. “These garments were statements of individuality, rebellion, and modernity,” says Burton.
“This exhibition not only showcases the remarkable craftsmanship and innovation of Mod fashion but also celebrates Brighton's unique historical connection to this influential youth movement. Brighton & Hove Museums provides the perfect setting, offering visitors an inspiring opportunity to explore the cultural and stylistic legacy that continues to resonate across generations.”
Hedley says visitors can expect more than just fashion on display. “As visitors walk through the gallery, they’ll be immersed in the fashion of the Mod era. The exhibition tells the story of how the Mod look evolved, its impact on the fashion world of the 1960s, and its relationship with clubs and global music. Through contemporary clothing, accessories and photography, we will transport audiences back to the Mod era. The exhibition will highlight the sharp, cool fashion fuelling this cultural revolution.”
Sponsoring The In Crowd: Mod Fashion & Style 1958-66, Ben Sherman reaffirms its legacy as a brand synonymous with Mod culture. The new Brighton flagship store will also feature a striking window display in May that pays homage to the exhibition, reinforcing the connection between the brand, the city, and the Mod movement.
While the Mod era had faded by the late 1960s, its legacy lived on. Mods crafted a distinctly British lifestyle in its sharpness and sophistication, yet boldly modern in its perspective. Their influence extended far beyond Britain, shaping fashion around the world.
"The Mods created a lifestyle,” says Burton. “It was a cultural movement that remained relevant for generations. What started as a youthful rebellion in post-war Britain became a global phenomenon. This exhibition will show how that spirit still influences fashion today."
The exhibition is a must-see for those curious about the Mod movement. It’s a chance to step into the world of a transformative youth culture that left an indelible mark on fashion and society. Whether you lived through the era or are discovering it for the first time, The In Crowd: Mod Fashion & Style 1958-66 promises an immersive and captivating experience.
Step into a world of sharp suits and the unrelenting energy of youth at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery. The exhibition will run from 10 May 2025 to 4 January 2026. Don’t miss your chance to explore the Mod style that changed the fashion world.
https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/community/brighton-museum-art-gallery-celebrates-iconic-1960s-mod-style-with-new-fashion-exhibition-this-summer-5021020
The Kinks song that predicted the future, according to Dave Davies
https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/the-kinks-predicted-future-dave-davies/
Zendaya to star in Barry Jenkins’ biopic on Ronnie Spector
https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/zendaya-star-barry-jenkins-biopic-ronnie-spector/
PHK's 'Rainy Town' c/w 'Our Illustrious Leaders' 7" single now available to buy via Bandcamp
'Rainy Town' is the second single by PHK (Paul Hooper-Keeley of The Threads, The Mark Three, and previously The Deep Six) and is the follow-up to his 'Sanctimonious Sue'/'The Luvvies Brigade' single released in January by Intervallum Music. Once again, the bespoke and original artwork for the sleeve and labels has been drawn by Makin' Time's Neil Clitheroe.
This single is taken from the forthcoming PHK album, 'You Should All Be Ashamed Of Yourselves', and takes on the subject matter of poverty, hunger and homelessness in our constant battles against rising taxes and bills along with the impact of inflation and the cost of living crisis on our lives.
The flip is called, 'Our Illustrious Leaders', and looks at how power corrupts, with many people in leadership or poilitical positions caring more about what their position can do for them personally, rather than what they can do for the people they are supposed to be representing.
'Rainy Town' c/w 'Our Illustrious Leaders' is available to buy as a limited edition heavyweight 7" vinyl single at Paul Hooper-Keeley's Bandcamp page, using the following URL: -
https://paulhooper-keeley.bandcamp.com/
Thursday, 27 March 2025
Heavy Soul Modzine - Issue 63 Out Now!
https://www.heavysoul45s.co.uk/product-page/heavy-soul-modzine-issue-63
Wednesday, 26 March 2025
Small Faces are cover stars on the new issue of Uncut
There has been unprecedented support from the press for 'The Autumn Stone'!
It all begins with Uncut magazine's Autumn Stone-themed issue & front cover, 16-page feature with exclusive interviews plus rarities CD!
The Uncut feature has been written by Rob Hughes and has new interviews with Kenney Jones, Andrew Oldham, Gered Mankowitz, Peter Frampton, Jerry Shirley, Mollie Marriott, PP Arnold, Glyn Johns, Pete Townshend, Nice Records co-owner Nigel Adams & Small Faces reissue producer Rob Caiger.
The cover-mount CD in exclusive Small Faces sleeve features the matinee performance from 'Live 1966' & remastered tracks from 'The Autumn Stone' plus two exclusive songs not on the boxset:
Uncut is in UK shops from 28th March.
Friday, 21 March 2025
Detour Records re-issue THE THREADS' 'Step Back In Time' anthology CD 25-years after original release
25-years ago, Detour Records collected together virtually all of the recorded output that had been released by Lincolnshire Mod band, The Threads (established in 1982), and mastered it into the 22-track anthology CD collection, ‘Step Back In Time’. This captured the band’s very first demo tape, ‘Mind The Threads, John!’, that sold over 100 copies at the first Mod Aid Alldayer in Walthamstow in December 1985 alone (going on to sell 500 copies). The Threads then recorded ‘Step Back’ and ‘Alison’, with Producer Ed Ball (The Times/TV Personalities) for the first Phase III EP in May 1986 before completing their ‘As Yet Untitled’ LP for Unicorn that was released in 1987. These recordings, along with tracks recorded for various compilations, flexi discs or records that never saw the light of day at the time, made up this anthology CD, which quickly sold out on release in 2000. Back in the day, The Threads also made prominent ‘live appearances at the Lincoln Mod Rally (1985), Mansfield Athenians Alldayer (1985), Purple Hearts Come-Back Allnighter in Peterborough (1986), the Lowestoft Easter Mod Rally (1986) and the 1987 National Mod Meeting in Lincoln (as well as playing across Europe too).
In the interim, The Threads have appeared on two prominent Cherry Red box sets: ‘Millions Like Us (The Story Of The Mod Revival 1977-1989)’ & ‘Into Tomorrow: The Spirit Of Mod 1983-2000’ as well as having a double ‘live’ LP, ‘At The Height Of The Season’, and triple rarities LP, ‘A Teenage Dream’, released on Germany’s Time For Action Records, showing the continued interest in the band.
Over the years since, the band members have been constantly asked about when the ‘Step Back In Time’ anthology will be released in hard format again. Now we can announce that 25-years later this is finally happening, with Detour’s limited-edition run of just 200 copies in a budget format (card sleeve instead of the old jewel case and booklet) to keep the price down and get the music back out their again. But not only can you hear the recordings in hard format again, you will also be able to sing along with the songs ‘live’ with The Threads already confirmed to appear at London’s Mods Mayday Alldayer 2025 (Sunday 4th May), a special free admission ‘homecoming’ show at The Courthouse in Skegness, Lincolnshire, on Saturday 17th May, and the performance of two sets at The Cavern in Liverpool on Sunday 25th May as part of the IPO Festival (with more dates to be confirmed and announced shortly).
<<< ONLY 200 COPIES PRESSED >>>
FEATURES: -
STEP BACK
JOANNA
IN THIS TOWN
SQUARE ONE
THE MAN WITH A THOUSAND FACES
GOODBYE
DARE
ALISON
MEMORIES OF MY MISSPENT YOUTH
HEY LITTLE LADY
SORRY
WITH OURSELVES
HAPPY
SHE’S THE ONE
A TEENAGE DREAM
COLD
SHE IS A STRANGER
FEELING BLUE
I’LL CATCH YOUR TEARS
YOU SAY ... I SAY
LONELY STREET ... MY OLD FRIEND
ALISON (ALTERNATIVE VERSION)
£9.99
https://detourrecords.co.uk/epages/es785745.sf/?ObjectPath=/Shops/es785745/Products/DRCD026RE
Thursday, 20 March 2025
'Mod Crop - The Musical' by Alan Fletcher and Steve Wallis at Scarborough Spa from 26th to 29th May
"This is your return ticket to the mid 60s. Track back with The Mod Crop and revisit those heady Mod days of that decade…the decade. Share the story of three Mod youths growing up England in the mid 60s, trying to ‘live cleanly under difficult circumstances’ daring to be different. Amidst the relentless peer pressure, which drives Mod forward, lies the need to hold down jobs and cope with the demands of friendship within the group and relationships with the opposite sex.
This brand new musical, written by Steve Wallis & Quadrophenia novelist Alan Fletcher proved a huge hit with the public during it's debut at the Nottingham Theatre Royal.
Based on Alan Fletcher's cult published novel Brummell's Last Riff… MOD CROP features songs from the classic 60's Mod songbook, She's About A Mover, The Clapping Song, Going Out Of My Head, Catch The Wind, Walking The Dog and many more. This is not Mods and Rockers, it‟s what really happened…"
Boom Boom Boom Boom – The Blues Photos of Brian Smith. OUT NOW
THE RARE AND UNSEEN PHOTOGRAPHS OF BRIAN SMITH.
Taken in and around Manchester in the early 1960s at the big venues like The Free Trade Hall and iconic club venues, many from The original Twisted Wheel. Newly scanned and restored, mostly from original negatives.
https://easyontheeyeshop.co.uk/product/boom-boom-boom-boom-the-blues-photos-of-brian-smith-1962-1966/
Friday, 14 March 2025
Detail Magazine - Issue 16 - out in March featuring Rick Buckler, Eddie Phillips, PP Arnold, Shel Talmy, Bruce Foxton and Paul Hooper-Keeley
Claire Mahoney says: Busy working on issue 16 this morning to get this baby off to print. A special issue this one and that's reflected in the music choices. Not only have we added in a 10 page special remembering Rick Buckler (our Matt Deighton feature moves to Summer to make way), we have some superb interviews with The Creation's Eddie Phillips and PP Arnold, plus articles on 60s sound man Shel Talmy, jazz critic Leonard Feather and artist Vinyl Soul man Matt Grainger. Waxing Lyrical is on Bruce Foxton by non other than fellow bass player Andy Lewis. 'Sometimes, Always, Never' comes from The Threads' Paul Hooper-Keeley - I could go on and I probably will.....but I'll save that for more posts about what's coming up in this fabulous issue - you are gonna love it.
54321 - The Countdown Records Story book by Terry Rawlings now available to pre-order
Countdown Books presents...
the pre-sale launch of The Countdown Records Story a new limited edition, fully illustrated book by author Terry Rawlings marking the 40th anniversary of the label Countdown Records.
the pre-sale launch of The Countdown Records Story a new limited edition, fully illustrated book by author Terry Rawlings marking the 40th anniversary of the label Countdown Records.
From producing Extraordinary Sensations fanzine in Paul Weller’s studio, discovering US band The Untouchables to eventually signing a licensing deal with Stiff Records, Terry takes the reader on an unexpected, at times hilarious personal journey with the infamous Mod record label.
Featuring contributions from label artists Makin’ Time, The Prisoners, The Kick and Countdown co founder Eddie Piller along with a forword by Gary Crowley.
Pre-Order now only at www.ourfavourite.shop
The James Taylor Quartet 'In The Hand Of The Inevitable' 30th Anniversary Edition - 2LP, CD & Digital OUT NOW on Acid Jazz
OUT NOW… James Taylor Quartet’s vital ‘In The Hand Of The Inevitable’ - special 30th Anniversary Edition
2LP, CD & Digital.
The James Taylor
Quartet were the original group on the acid jazz scene, and this was their
1995 triumphant Top 40 return to the label. It became James’ best-selling
album, and in retrospect his most popular album amongst his fans.
The original vinyl
issue was missing two tracks that were on the CD and this 30th Anniversary
Edition is released on double vinyl with those two tracks now included. The
release includes picture sleeve inner sleeves with in-depth sleeve notes by
Acid Jazz’s Dean Rudland and new pictures from the album sessions, housed in a
wide-spine sleeve.
The CD and digital
releases include two tracks from the album sessions – ‘Love
Ballad’ and ‘Astral Plane’ - which only appeared on
single releases. The former is a cover of the LTD / George Benson classic and
the latter a great slice of ‘80s influenced electro-funk.
Friday, 7 March 2025
Kindle Deal on Eddie Piller's 'Clean Living Under Difficult Circumstances' throughout March
https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10161077652537522&id=602612521&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=pz8RG9YsejKNfIYE#
Proper – 'Meant To Say Something' album out on 25th April (Spinout Nuggets)
Artist – Proper
Release – Meant To Say Something LP/CD
Side A
1. Wicked (3:05)
2. One Way Street (3:45)
3. Sinister (3:39)
4. Harlequin (3:17)
5. Dynamics (3:06)
Side B
1. What Kind Of Fool (3:14)
2. Nothing Like This (2:27)
3. Panic Button (2:54)
4. Somewhere (3:17)
5. The Resolve (3:01)
6. Your Wish Is My Command (3:05)
Label – Spinout Nuggets
Cat No. – SN148
Release date – 285th April 2025
Proper formed in London, England in March 2015 with the aim of producing timeless 3 minute pop songs, with a nod to the past pop masters of the mid ’60’s and the late ’70’s in particular.
Guitarist and vocalist Ivano Bonfanti came to London from Milan with just a suitcase and a Rickenbacker guitar in the early 1990’s, within a year he joined The Direction, a hard gigging mod revival band who he’d been following as a fan.
Len Fleckney has played drums with many bands over the years, most notably with legendary mod revival group Long Tall Shorty and previously Eleanor Rigby (also Canadian band The Crescent Heights).
Jez Payne and Joe Duggan make up the rest of Proper, on bass and guitar respectively.
Proper’s debut gig was at the iconic 100 Club, supporting The Scene and they’ve since gone on to build up a loyal live following and have taken their sound further afield.
Having worked alongside legendary sound engineer Pat Collier, and Tony Morrison (Long Tall Shorty), their debut album was released in 2017.
Back with Pat Collier, this time with Brett ‘Buddy’ Ascott (The Chords, The Fallen Leaves, etc) on producer duties, Proper locked themselves in Perry Vale Studios until they made eleven sure fire power popped hits, now collected on this very album.
Limited to 300 copies on vinyl (also on CD).
Line Up:
Ivano Bonfanti- Vocals, Guitars
Joseph Duggan – Guitar
Jeremy Payne – Bass
Len Fleckney – Drums, Vocals.
Notes:
Recorded by Pat Collier at Perry Vale Studios, London.
Produced by Brett ‘Buddy’ Ascott.
Post production by Jessica Corcoran at Perry Vale Studios.
Published by Spinout Music.
Thursday, 6 March 2025
THE CIRCLES - Anthology DLP / CD confirmed for Friday 4th April release by Detour
The Circles Release “Anthology” on Detour Records Celebrating Their Enduring Mod Revival Legacy.
The Circles, one of the defining bands of the mod revival movement, proudly unveil Anthology, a career-spanning double LP celebrating 5 decades of recordings. Featuring iconic tracks such as “Opening Up”, "Billy", "Mr Suburbia”, “Better Days” and “Angry Voices” alongside TWO brand new songs (Unavailable anywhere else), Anthology showcases the band’s evolution while staying true to their roots.
Emerging from the West Midlands in the late 70's, The Circles fused mod aesthetics with punk energy, quickly earning a devoted following whilst remaining accessible to fans. Despite the passage of time, their music has remained a staple of the mod revival scene, with Mick Walker’s songs as relevant and strong today as when written over 40 years ago.
Guitarist Martin Ratcliffe commented “This collection is a thank-you to everyone who’s been part of our journey. Even after all these years, we still have the same fire and passion for our music that started it all back in the ’70s.”
Anthology is available now on Detour Records, inviting both longtime fans and new listeners to experience the spirit of The Circles.
FEATURES: -
Opening Up
Summer Nights
Circles
Angry Voices
Billy
Private World
Bells Are Tolling (Only on vinyl version)
Bury Your Head
No Idea
Mr Suburbia
Loves Got A Hold On Me
All or Nothing (Live)
Our Time
How Do You Sleep
Gone Tomorrow
Capture That Feeling
Looking Back
Dreams
Writing On The Wall
Better Days
I Wanna Know
Dance With You
Play It For Me Now
Hope You're Ready
The Risk release double A-side single, 'Once Upon A Time' c/w/ 'Kevin'
First Risk 7’’ vinyl single in 40 years!
Double A-side - Once Upon a Time/Kevin
Available from Mlegallez62@gmail.com, or private message Mark on his Facebook page at Mark Le Gallez.
250 have been pressed, 125 in milky white and 125 in blue.
They are £15 each, postage included.
Please state colour preference when ordering.
BREAKING NEWS: The Threads announce appearance at the IPO Festival at The Cavern, Liverpoool, on Sunday 25th May
The Threads will be playing at the IPO Festival at The Cavern on Sunday 25th May.
Stage times are: -
7pm - The Cavern Club
8.15pm - The Cavern Club
Heavy Soul Modzine - 2025 Issues 61 and 62 include PHK, The Circles, The Risk and JoBoxers
https://www.heavysoul45s.co.uk/product-page/heavy-soul-modzine-issue-61
The Countdown Records Story 1985-88 - vinly LP out on 9th May
The Countdown Records Story 1985-88
Acid Jazz presents a very special
compilation marking the 40th Anniversary of group label Countdown Records.
Vinyl LP out 9 May
Countdown was
originally founded by Eddie Piller, Maxine Conroy and Terry Rawlings and
distributed by legendary UK independent Stiff Records. The label reflected the
burgeoning Mod revival scene of the mid ‘80s, alongside a vibrant New Wave
sound, as Ed began to find his way as a label executive.
It was a fresh and
unique take on Mod that attempted to place the scene’s main acts in the
mainstream world. It almost worked too. But despite the brilliance of the
signings, it was tripped up by the demise of Stiff, and the corporate
domination of the mid-80s charts.
Lessons would be
learned and applied with Piller’s next label Acid Jazz, where Countdown
refugees such as James Taylor, and Mother Earth’s Chris White went on to
greater success.
This collection
tells the label’s story through the best of its musical output, from mainstays
such as Makin’ Time, The Prisoners and The Kick, alongside classics and
rarities from their groundbreaking compilations, from which this release in
turn takes inspiration.
Presented in a
beautiful sleeve layout with a classy Modernist touch, the compilation also
coincides with a new book that further explores the Countdown legacy from Mod
and beyond.
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