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And I thought you might like to know – the Jim Lea interview

Posted on July 13, 2018 by

It’s not, erm, everyday you get to talk to a childhood hero, but Jim Lea definitely falls into that category for me. I was barely four when his band scored the first of six UK No.1 singles with ‘Coz I … Continue reading →

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Takin’ Me Bak ‘Ome – talking Slade with Don Powell

Posted on December 15, 2017 by

Christmas was way into the distance when I tracked Don Powell down in Denmark, but the legendary drummer – on a rare break from the live circuit – soon brought the subject up. As I properly introduced myself and mentioned … Continue reading →

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Thanks for the memoirs – catching up with Slade’s Dave Hill

Posted on December 18, 2015 by

Looking at the extensive list of past shows on Don Powell’s website, it’s clear that Slade are old hands at this touring lark. An impressive archive of on-stage engagements runs from March 1963, and it’s fair to say Don’s diary remains … Continue reading →

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