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Dick Weindling and Marianne Colloms: Decca Studios And Klooks Kleek

January 4, 2015

The History Press 2014 A look back on two musical landmarks paints a history of West Hampstead’s cultural landscape. Save for those who were there, not many people remember today that the legendary Decca Studios, where lots of famous records … Continue reading →

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Simon Robinson and Stephen Clare: Deep Purple – Wait For The Ricochet

July 4, 2014

Easy On The Eye Books 2014 The breakdown of a groundbreaking “In Rock” album puts the grooves scrutiny in the swing. No matter how often you hear about the eponymous records by BLACK SABBATH and LED ZEPPELIN; when you listen … Continue reading →

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Henry Scott-Irvine: Procol Harum – The Ghosts Of A Whiter Shade Of Pale

November 21, 2013

Omnibus Press 2013 One of the greatest rock enigmas gets dissected but not entirely deciphered as befits a legend. A song might be both a blessing and a curse, especially for those who penned and perform it, and no-one knows … Continue reading →

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Books Reviews

February 6, 2013

  “All Right Now” by Andy Fraser with Mark Hughes McTrax 2010 A story of rock Phoenix who bares it all but still leaves some questions unanswered. For all its good-timey stance, rock ‘n’ roll often leads to sadness and … Continue reading →

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