Ifeel so incredibly nostalgic about those very important days, which went over much too quickly. We still went to Bloomers perhaps once a week. Then he worked for Baileys moving between the likes of La Dolce Vita, Wetherals, the Latino. Jean (still dancing) x. I was the only doorman for over one year. Thank you He was a good friend many years ago. Great article, as with Michael(the previous poster)I have a family connection to these times. Ownership changed hands around 1966 and eventually the Gogo closed its doors two years later after the Bailey Organisation opened a disconightspot called Sloopys above the La Dolce Vita. He was from Sunderland and used to come and meet me after school when I was in my school uniform. i was the original singer with the Gamblers when we split they joined Billy Fury, who also stole my girlfriend ! I was only 5 or 6 but my uncle Michael who owned the places used to give me Coca Cola he seemed like a god to me then! Nine lost North East nightclubs of the 1970s, 80s & 90s Might be worth trawling facebook or look for Brenda Marsh who was close. What a night!!!!!!! Good times- great musicians. away from him: Jeffrey managed the ANIMALS & JIMI HENDRIX EXPERIENCE like small club bands. of Newcastle in the 60s. :)A perfect gentleman. By this time the Club AGogo on Percy Street was in decline and the opening of Sloopys was probably the final nail in the Club aGogos coffin. Phila. Its pubs, wine bars, and clubs, not to mention the myriad curry restaurants of Ocean Road, are just one of the attractions of the bustling South Tyneside seaside town. Jean x, Jean that would be great. Your email address will not be published. Tatler Club in the Haymarket. I worked at Newcastle Crown Court from 1978-1980, and during that time, I worked with Tommy Oxley, who has been mentioned here on this site. Really interesting reading. ___________________________________________________________________________. I used to go to the Club A Gogo in 1967/1968 as a 15 year old and saw many great bands; Hendrix, John Mayall, Cream, Family and loads of others. La Strada in South Shields opened around 1962 and ran throughout the 1960s. Youve managed to make a truly great website even better THANK YOU!!! Spent my late teens / early twenties in Newcastle 66 77 Worked in theatre but then at Change Is from 69 onwards till it turned into Bloomers, but have fond memories of all the venues listed here as well as Change Is. After the party scene at John Osbornes house, the camera pans along a set of party goers as the police raid the party, and Oxley is one of those. ANNE MILLAR (TAYLOR) I DONT REMEMBER THE VENUE ANNE, BUT WE WORKED ALL OF THE AREA IN THE SIXTIES. Unfortunately I am not able to see them as I am not on Facebook. The Marimba was open for just over a year before being gutted by fire. The original building has been demolished and has been replaced by a modern block, which now houses offices and a restaurant. If anyone knows how to get info on the bands that played there I would be most grateful. He even stood in for the pianist who hadnt turned up on my Mum and Dads wedding day! Julie Macsorley had been cooking a chicken at her home near South Shields when her carbon monoxide (CO) alarm alerted her to the danger. Mighty Joe Young was the band of our choice.many musicians stood in with them, Nigel Stanger being one of them, Ronny McLean on tromboneEric Burdon often sang or shouted there and Allan Price raised the roof with his piano and electric organ if I remember rightly. Great site look forward to any info. Jean x. After the refurb of the Crescendo I carried on working for Ray firstly on his new house in Forest Hall and then on his new project which was amusement arcades in Sheffield and Nottingham I think he was talked into these by his brother in law I dont think his heart was in this part of the business as he loved the buzz of music and clubs when the Crescendo burned down he went on to buy The Deleval Arms on Scotswood road but it never opened.The last time I saw him was around 1977 but he seemed to have lost his sparkle definitely not the man I knew.As I had moved away from the area shortly after this I was shocked to learn years later that he had passed away he had been one of the best bosses I ever had. John Colin Woodland, greetings. I will never forget you were working at the theatre royal and u let me see the stage set for Alice in wonderland and let me have a go on the big swing in the stage. I also spent many a Monday night at your home testing scotch with your folks and a feisty small terrier before you moved from Whitley Bay. I was so petrified that I felt that every part of my body froze. Reading this took me back to my childhood. Also the GoGo and the majestic, many others wish I could turn the clock back, just to revisit these places. Top 10 Nightlife in South Shields, England - Things To Do The Whitley Bay boys club venue was called Zone 22. One night there was a huge fight which involved about 30 people and resulted in the wall between the casino and the disco being knocked down. He is 93 living in South Africa. There is a good photo of the group playing in Wetheralls. I had my engagement party (yes I met John there) upstairs in Change Is in October 1974 and not a single photo was taken..such a shame! Heres a reminder of some of those Newcastle clubs and venues and where they were. My best friend married one of his friends (later divorced). Before then, they always return false. Most public houses have been swept away by what we are told is progress, but the communities that once lived in those areas often still remember the days when men would come out of the shipyards and offices to pop in for a pint. What a great site this is, many personalities mentioned I knew well. I beleive he appeared at a number of clubs in Newcastle and the north east. He said that he had photos of the Kray twins from the Dolce Vita, as well as the likes of Tom Jones and other stars of the era who performed at the club. So the Kon-Tors had to play a second set at Wetheralls in Sunderland as part of the fee. Brings back many memories. So if you two ever want to meet up just let me know, my email is david.coates@autosounds.co.uk. Anyway, I moved to the states in 1970 and after moving around a lot I ended up here in California where I have a couple of gyms. Ziggy's 19 Bars & Clubs By C9460ITmarkg Chirpy with a ready smile you were always a favourite of the Gamblers female fans. I also wore a lot of mascara and false eye lashes which sometimes pealed off! I wonder if anyone would be able to help me to find them or is there a way I can access them without being a member? to be just a newcastle club owner & darn with the peace & love universal. Hi June I do remember the Palleta, it used to be the place to go during the day, they cannot have done much business as we all used to buy one drink and make it last for hours until we got kicked out. Any info would be really appreciated. Anyone wanting to get in touch holland.A1@sky.com, Great to see all this stuff ,Ive been searching for a record I heard at the GoGo in about 67/68.Ive no idea what it was caled or who it was by ,the only bit I can remember was it was either called or had a line in it ..youve got roses in your soul They are both sisters of my mother Loretta, who also worked there. I can remember seeing The Nashville Teens who played Tobacco Road it seemed like a dozen times. Then when I went to work at the Ministry in Longbenton the next day people were coming up to me saying they saw me onstage with Wilson Pickett. From then on it changed from a dance hall to a night club and over the years had various names Tiffanys, the Ritzy, Ikon, The Studio, Central Park, Diva, Liquid Envy the latest being Club LQ. It was fun to meet and party with many stars of the times, Marty Wylde, Kathy Kirby etc. Does anyone remember the old New Orleans Jazz Club in Melbourne Street.the manager was Polish, Jurek.also his son, young Jurek, also his sister used to make an appearance every now and then. As I am on a roll heres another one, local group from the Felling, started off as a skiffle group and went on the play many venues Ritson Hunters Silver Six, they had a female vocalist Ann Castlehow I think she was called which was unusual at the time, think they played the Oxford a few times, not sure of that tho, they eventually spawned the Decca Rhythm Group with Jimmy Laine. please call me, if you dont want to speak here i TOTALLY understand, Worked greys club 1974 worked night club then casino had great memories also worked moulin rouge dean street for Teddy berg when they took over the bottos etc. I only wish more photographs had been taken to record all this! I was too young to have gone to the legendary Club AGogo as I was still at infant school at Stanley, Co.Durham in the late 60s & 70s, but a good mate of mine John from my village in Burnopfield, was a regular there throughout the Go gos duration & John has told me over the years, all the stories & Im jealous as hell that I never had at least one night at the Club AGogo to enjoy it! I went to a place in 1972 which I knew only as the dive bar and could never understand why. I have tried unsuccessfully to find photos but no one took photos way back then and so all of those precious moments and memories were never captured. I had a great time there and made a dreadful mistake by leaving to work at Leicester for Top Rank. The club itself played house music and the occasional cheesy bop. I also went to the Majestic when I was about 14. The lion was not part of the act, the guy just had it as a pet,it was amazing when he walked into the club with the lion on the lead. Bringing back lots of stories! Billy Bottos. Bernie died a couple of years ago and I hear his collection of guitars were donated to The Sage. Many thanks for the site. Best years of my life. He played a vital role in its history and the history of Newcastles night life in the 60s. In the event they failed to show up, probably much to the relief of the host Keith Crombie. He was with his daughter who is also a sInger. They gave me a flyer which had their past and present in it. Mum is 80 now and terminally ill with cancer. Myself, Cass and Ken went down to Kings Road and came back with Leather Coats down to the ankles. I was amazed at the club scene in the North East! A Cumbrian group Rue & The Rockets were the resident band at the Majestic for a number of years and had a massive following in Newcastle. ___________________________________________________________________________. Real name "Northumberland Arms". Just stumbled across it whilst looking at pics. I remember you Chic Reid if you see this please get in touch. At the opening night the DJs were myself and Simon Dee. Does anyone remember the Sands Club at Whitley Bay which is where I met my husband, his favourite haunts were the Old Vic Whitley Bay and also the Sovereign pub which was a good starting point for an evening out. Further to my last comment, some of the regulars I remember from La Dolce Vita were The Barton Brothers (Andy and Phil), Brian Stanners, (Formula One) and Pauline Hall (Fenwicks) Dave and Tommy Findley worked the door most week-endsI cant remember the name of the resident group but the singer was called Billy , the saxophinist was Peter and the organist was Bernie . Does anyone remember the Carousel Club in Chester le Street? blog 28 mentions thelate Mike Carr.. been on wikepedia and seems he still walks among us.. thankfully. THE 10 BEST Nightlife Activities in South Shields - Tripadvisor Ill post a comment as soon as I have anything to report. My old mans band (Alan NIcholson snr). http://readysteadygone.co.uk/bryan-ferry/, Unveiling the past Amanda, Mike and the plaque. Kennedy's Bar South Shields 5 Bars & Clubs Open now By steveL794 This is a great Little bar great atmosphere and is such a welcoming bar, well worth a visit great chilling bar 3. Spent lots of time at the Club Ago Go on Percy Street and at Windows listening to the latest music in the booths wearing headphones. dancing from 1969. As a PS Leam Lane WMC still have a thriving group night on Fridays, they also have a first class resident duo in Dougie and Carl, not many if any clubs still have live backing for the turns. Where did his photos go? I was then a young post-grad at Kings College 1966/67 and my girl-friend and I attended the Cavendish club regularly. The line up was Ken Brady, Jimmy Crawford, Alan Blacks, Barry Preston, Spud Tate ( sadly passed away ). Tunes such as Back Street Luv by Curved Air and In My Own Time by Family were played a lot. Also in Whitley Bay was an out of the way venue near the Ice Rink at Whitley Bay boys club on a Friday night. The band consisted of George Richardson vocal/ piano, Billy Mordue/ drums, John Edwards/ bass, wonderful musicians, great times. I absolutely loved the place. I have a photo from The Viewer (the forefunner of the TV Times) showing a line-up of pianists and singers, Dad is on there but the only other pianist I recognise is (the much-admired, not least by my Dad) Billy Hutchinson. Kennedy's Bar South Shields 5 Bars & Clubs By steveL794 This is a great Little bar great atmosphere and is such a welcoming bar, well worth a visit great chilling bar 3. My dad, George McGuinness, was the pianist at the Mayfair in the 60s. I was born in a Newcastle club (the Hillfield on Grainger Park Road, which my parents owned) and spent a lot of my late teens at the Pickwick in Whitley Bay (my home town), with frequent trips to Newcastle and the big-city night spots, mainly the Agogo, followed by the Cavendish and the Dolce Vita, or Greys if we were a bit flush. Hi David, great to hear from someone who worked in so many places, back in the disco days, doing such an important job by providing the fab music. Happy days. Can you believe I used to have to buy a friend a drink just to get her to dance to something I loved probably JamesBrown or Family or something great! Cheers. Photo: Shields Gazette Photo Sales 2. Yours nostalgically I noted last year when we posted vintage photos of clubs and music venues, that the 1970s and 1980s were great times in New Jersey for those who had a penchant for live music. June Viner. Told him Id seen Tubby Hayes and John Dankworth/Clea Laine at Club 11. Most clubs regularly visited (after tanking up at The Half Moon) I particularly remember the folk/jazz nights we had at Change Is in early 70s. La Dolce Vita was situated on Low Friar Street not far from the Mayfair Ballroom. i was a regular and married Vicky Hope a gorgeous bunny girl sadly she died 5yrs ago. What a star she could have been. It was originally the Clergy Jubilee School, which opened in the early part of the 19th Century, Read more about the Downbeat Club on this link. We worked with the likes of the Shadows, Seekers, Joe Brown, Lonnie Donegan, Roy Castle, Acker Bilk, Kenny Ball, the Barron Knights, Freddie Starr(oh dear), Jimmy Tarbuck, Dave Allan, Engelbert Humperdinck, Val Doonjcan to name but a few. Naturally had my photo took with him as well. Gosh this all brings back some fab memories of going dancing with my boyfriend at Change Is/Bloomers in Bath Lane from 1972 onwards and where I became a member at 14, still at school, yes 14, a rebel. Jane Maddison, How are you? It was so dark and there were couples kissing in corners and dancing where they stood. Wow, this is very interesting information, Im Mark Ward Im the son of Chuck & Kathy Ward, along with Mike Jeffries they founded the Marimba in High Bridge and were true sultans of the Jazz and Latin America music scene in Newcastle, I have always been searching for information and any photographs of the Marimba, on searching I have always been a bit let down that my father has never had any mention for the part they played in this cool and underground scene, when everybody else was bopping. The demon drink (Pernod) was to blame. you? I was only 18/19 years old and really loved the beat, the melody the arrangement and have been hooked all my life. Loved both Dave and Tommy Findlay Facebook Instagram Email. But who were the men and woman who owned and ran the north easts iconic clubs and kept us entertained throughout the sixties? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The Crusaders played La Stradas as resident band three times a week for over six years, but also played the big hotels, the Locarno in Sunderland, the Mayfair in Newcastle. I am particularly interested to hear you worked in Change Is (I went there regularly from 1971-74 approx) my memories are of great music James brown, Fatback Band, Hamilton Bohannon, Family- Burlesque and Timmy Thomas to name but a few. From enjoying a post-work tipple to celebrating the football result on a Saturday evening, the pub is the hub of the community, and an iconic part of Britains high streets.. I am a cockney! The Crays quickly found the law too darned hot up here and returned south after a short and unproductive trip. As well as the Crescendo he ran the Club Tempo in London and the Pentland Club in Edinburgh. Some good people who were pioneers back then and desrve a lot of credit for making Newcastle (a millon miles from London)a firm favourite with some great artists in the 60s from all over the UK and abroad wanting to play this region. Garry Steckles, Hi Melina Manning your mum Irene was my first girlfriend, at 16. Greys; Dolce Vita; Cavendish. Great site and yes the Club Agogo was a Great Venue.I met my wife there in October 63 and we married in June 66.We are still together.Neville McKittrick the Invaders Singer was a colleague of mine at British Paints.Last I heard of him he had his own Paint Company in Canada.I would love to make contact again. I WAS A (VERY)YOUNG LEAD SINGER WITH THE CRUSADERS RESIDENT GROUP AT LA STRADA CLUBS 63/69,IF JANE IS READING THIS I WORKED WITH HER DAD KEN MADDISON FOR YEARS.HE WROTE MUSIC FOR ME FOR OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS AND WE MADE DEMO RECORDINGS TOGETHER FOR ERIC BOSWELL.I LOVED HIM AND BOY WHAT A MUSICIAN.I LEARNED OF HIS PASSING NOT LONG AFTER AND SHED A TEAR.I WISH I COULD HAVE SEEN HIM ONE MORE TIME.THOSE YEARS RIGHT THRO THE BEATLES ERA AND WORKING WITH ALL THOSE STARS WAS UNFORGETTABLE .OH I COULD WRITE A BOOK.GOD BLESS YOU KEN. I continued it in Newcastle Social Club residences and recently, after early retirement, had six years as a semi-pro touring the UK with a Hollies and Crosby Stills and Nash tribute. Getting your hand stamped if you wanted to get into The Jazz Lounge (I was always too young and had to make do with The Young Set, which I reckon had a better atmosphere anyway!). In this day and age, we could never have what we had back then. After the gig was finished Joe was going home and this band of youngsters were sitting in the arcade, one of them said Joe, lend us 10 bob to get some chips, were skint and starving so Joe took pity and obliged, that band turned out to be the Faces and the kid he loaned the 10 bob to was Rod Stewart, Joe was always moaning he never got his 10 bob back. Covid-19 permitting, most of us hope to enjoy the hospitality of pubs in South Shields, and elsewhere, once again in the not-too-distant future. It was quite difficult to get a membership in the early days. It sadly closed around 2016 and briefly turned into German bar, Das Wunderbar before closing completely. Im always on the hunt for any photos of either, of these clubs and wondered if you had any at all. I was best friends with Pongo (Keith to me) and for a short while roady for them. Its said the owner of a Newcastle night club they visited instructed staff he was out and he retired to the cellar in order to escape an offer he couldnt refuse. Finally, in relation to the Seaburn Hall in Sunderland we also used to go there does anyone remember Ronnie Stephens and Ray Huntley great dancers. Its no wonder that London gangsters such as the Kray twins were keen to get in on the action. Hi I know Tommy and Davey findlay, Jesmond. 2. I remember early 70s nightlife which began for me in the Dive Bar underneath the Swallow hotel. He was an alto sax/clarinet player with Don Smith in the 60s and I worked in the cloakroom for about a year. Sixties and seventies I had 7 music and record shops around Tyneside so was involved with the discos and nightclubs dance music sounds and strings. Theres also a poster from the 60s of The Seaburn Hall when the Crusaders supported the Moody Blues. Jean x. Ah, Dusk! unfortunately I missed the Go Go but spent many happy hours at The Dolce,Sloopys,Cavendish,Bloomers (Change Is) Ruperts,Annabels ,Sands Club,Sombrero,Chelsea Cat,Julies,Burgundy Cobbler,Latino,Fiesta the list goes on and on saw some great live acts over the years. He still talks about those days in the 1960s, happy days. Do you remember the DJ Big Phil not sure if he ever worked in Change Is but he certainly worked in Scamps, which was the place I went to the most from 1974- onwards probably til I got to the stage where I couldnt go clubbing and get up for work in a Bank anymore-old age I think its called! Alfie. Cube in the spotlight A scene from. And Shani, you mentioned your Dad playing piano at La Strada, which my Dad did too wow, amazing. Sad to hear about Dave passing. The night club continued to host cabarets Freddy Starr, Mud and many many more for a few more years and was always called the Dolce Vita until it was renamed Walkers. Sandra ditched me after a couple of years and went to London and then Italy where she sadly died aged about 21. I was a teenager in the 60s and along with my friends we went to a lot of the clubs mentioned, especially the GoGo, Downbeat Club, the Pickwick in Whitley Bay, and sometimes the La Dolce Vita. I remember queueing to get inside where you went down lots of dark stairs to an amazingly even darker area with fantastically loud but mesmeric music. Also when I used go to the Dolce there used to be a DJ called Jimmy Walker. There were around a dozen night clubs with top acts appearing in the city every day of the week. June 14th, 2022 mandarin high school basketball mandarin high school basketball I met my husband at Nelson Street jazz club. He later managed Hendrix and Slade. Went to nearly all the clubs mentioned. She said: "The pubs of South Shields are numerous and each has its own fascinating history. Great times Anna. He was the minder for Tom Jones when he came to the La Dolce Vita. Anyone coming to the club during that period would have had to have been let in by me. Bars & Clubs By 688iang The range of beers and ciders is magnificent, all superbly kept by Kath and the staff. I would like to add, we played with Johnny Dankworth at Club Eleven, on the same bill was Danny Williams (Moon River) Great guys and what a night. I always thought of the area just as you opened the double doors as the viewing platform. He also played at The Cavendish and LA Dolce Vita.
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