Month: November 2016

Former Cockney Rebel Steve Harley Has Died

Former Cockney Rebel Steve Harley Has Died

Following a battle with cancer which forced Harley had to pull out of his recent UK tour, the former Cockney Rebel frontman has died at the age of 73... OBITUARY By Ian Woolley Harley had to pull out of his recent tour to undergo treatment after discovering he had...

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Limited Marty Wilde Signed March Beat Issues

Limited Marty Wilde Signed March Beat Issues

To celebrate Marty Wilde's appearance on our March cover of the Beat, we're giving away a dozen signed magazines to those who order this month's issue. As the pop icon celebrates his 85th birthday with a brand new EP and UK tour, we recently popped in to see Marty to...

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In Our 2024 March Issue

In Our 2024 March Issue

This month, we have an exciting and packed issue in our retro-covered Beat... Sixties legend Marty Wilde makes our front cover as he celebrates his 85th birthday with a new UK tour and single. To celebrate Marty’s 85th Birthday, we are offering, for the first ten...

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Hadley Swings The Classics On His New Tour

Hadley Swings The Classics On His New Tour

A recent leg operation didn't deter the 63-year-old former Spandau Ballet frontman from pulling out his latest UK tour which kicked off in Portmouth last night... REVIEW By Ian Woolley PORTSMOUTH GUILDHALL TONY HADLEY BIG SWING TOUR Recently, I asked what his fans can...

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55 Years In The Pop Business – Chris Norman

55 Years In The Pop Business – Chris Norman

"Me having a croaky voice or something was made up once in a magazine article or something way back when and it never happened...it just wasn't true". Smokie lead singer Chris Norman dispels the rumours that his distinctive voice was due to a freak throat infection......

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Older And Wiser – Colin Blunstone

Older And Wiser – Colin Blunstone

The Zombies' lead singer looks back at his solo career... By Ian Woolley Published in the February issue of the Beat, we talked with Colin Blunstone about his long friendship and respect with Rod Argent, conserving that amazing voice and the inevitable split of the...

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In Our 2024 February Issue

In Our 2024 February Issue

We have an exciting and packed issue this month in the Beat... Two of the most iconic bands of their era, Wet Wet Wet and Go West, have announced they will unite for the first time with a co-headlining UK tour and they make our February front cover. On the 'Best Of...

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Peter Asher Gets Fifth Grammy Award

Peter Asher Gets Fifth Grammy Award

Famed Peter Asher (of 60s chart-topping duo Peter & Gordon), has just been given a special award at this year's Grammy Awards... However, Asher is no stranger to the ceremony. In this year's 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, the singer, guitarist and producer...

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Beat Column Writer Jane Quinn has died

Beat Column Writer Jane Quinn has died

Famous for her 'Share a cuppa with Jane' monthly Beat column, writer and interviewer Jane Quinn has sadly passed away... For many years, Jane has been interviewing many of music's biggest stars in her monthly page 2 column in the Beat, asking questions that were often...

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Female Folk Pioneer Melanie Has Died

Female Folk Pioneer Melanie Has Died

One of only three female performers at the 1969 Woodstock Festival, Melanie Safka went on to record over 28 studio albums in her long career and was reported working on a new album at the time of her death... OBITUARY By Ian Woolley Her three children released the...

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In Charge Of Our Own Destiny – Colin Blunstone

In Charge Of Our Own Destiny – Colin Blunstone

It's taken 50 years to get the Zombies recorded back catalogue back into their own hands and lead singer Colin Blunstone couldn't be more happier... By Ian Woolley "It's very exciting and we were really fortunate with the company that handled our masters and I think...

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The Top 4 Business Mistakes To Avoid in 2024

The Top 4 Business Mistakes To Avoid in 2024

Running a business in the current global climate is like an uphill battle, but many savvy entrepreneurs are making the best of the situation. Being adaptable, thinking ahead and understanding what your target audience needs is how business owners are going to find...

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In Our 2024 January Issue

In Our 2024 January Issue

Having sold over 40 million records worldwide, the Manchester quintet Herman's Hermits who are still on the road touring with original drummer Barry Whitwam who makes this month's front cover. As 77 years of age, you could forgive Barry if he decided to hang up his...

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Merry Christmas To All Our Beat Readers

Merry Christmas To All Our Beat Readers

On behalf of our Editor David and all the staff at the Beat, we wish all our loyal readers a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year... Thank you all for your support during the past year and we look forward to bringing you more exciting and interesting...

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Dave Hill’s Slade Still Rockin’ Their Fans

Dave Hill’s Slade Still Rockin’ Their Fans

'You're only as good as your last gig' is a well-used phrase in music circles. After witnessing one of the few remaining 'glam' giants being put through his paces, it seems Dave Hill's Slade still has a lot to offer their loyal fans... ENGINE ROOMS (SOUTHAMPTON)...

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Dennis Tufano Shares A Cuppa With Jane

Dennis Tufano Shares A Cuppa With Jane

You may or may not instantly recognise his name, but you know him and you know his songs... Dennis Tufano was the original voice of The Buckinghams. the Chicago-based group that scored a string of five US Top Ten hits in the late-sixties including, the #1 “Kind of A...

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Paul Weller To Play With His Favourite Band

Paul Weller To Play With His Favourite Band

Following a BBC interview in 2010 where Paul Weller sites his favourite band as The Zombies and covered one of their hits "Time Of The Season", Paul Weller is finally set to realise his dream and will join the iconic 60’s band on stage at The Barbican 7th June 2024....

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