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Digger talked to writer Gabriel Hershman, about his biographies of three of the greats of British acting; Albert Finney, Nicol Williamson and Ian Hendry. The biographies, 'Black Sheep', 'Strolling Player' and 'Send In The Clowns', reflect Gabriel's passion for British cinema and theatre and for these somewhat underrated and overlooked but hugely talented and fascinating players. Please click on the book covers image to the right to read their discussion.

CLASSIC VINTAGE CAFÉ JUKEBOX REBORN. THE ROCKET 88. Taking inspiration from the Rock-Ola 1455, it is the first silver age jukebox ever built in the UK, There’s nothing vintage about the performance though, the ‘Rocket 88’ features Sound Leisure’s excellent 80 CD mechanism, and a 300watt 2-channel stereo amp drives the custom made 5 way speakers to produce a powerful and clear audio response. With remote control operation and an auxiliary audio input, and having the optional extra of a fitted iPod dock or Sonos music streaming system, the choice of music available is increased to a phenomenal level.

Peter Cossey has been running The Norwich Movie Shop for nearly three decades. An avid collector as well as dealer in all manner of movie memorabilia, Peter has the knowledge, experience and contacts to help you find that special piece of movie memorabilia.

Digger talked to Sean Chapman at Chapman Records. As well as running Chapman Records, Sean is a popular DJ on the soul circuit, resident at the biggest all-nighter in the world. Inspired by Sean's love of authentic rare Northern Soul, Chapman Records now caters for fans of a number of genres, the only criteria being that the music needs to be great music.
 

Flashback are THE Vinyl Records Specialists. With shops in Crouch End and Islington as well as a prominent web presence, Flashback offer a huge selection of musical genres, decades and artists on vinyl as well as a wealth of experience and expertise. If you can't make it to the shops, searching their website for titles from one's past is, believe me, quite addictive. Here Digger talks to Mark at Flashback

Digger talked to Jeff at JJ Guitars, handcrafted electric guitars made in the United Kingdom.
 

Jukes of Stafford - new or beautifully restored Jukeboxes for sale, the only place to call. Here, Digger talked to Len Beddow at Jukes of Stafford. Len worked for more than thirty years as a Jukebox, pinball and one-armed bandit engineer and supplier. Since he 'retired' fifteen years ago he has been busier then ever, travelling the length and breadth of the UK repairing these classic, rare and valuable Jukeboxes.

 

David Brandon brings you some wonderful songs, with orchestral arrangements and backing from Colin Campbell and his music. Here, Digger talks to David about his music, his career and his influences.

Digger talked to The Sixties Gems, a professional five-piece band performing hits from the 1960s delivering them in the most authentic way. Using authentic vintage instruments and amps along with dressing in the period's style. Available for weddings, holiday parks and 60s-themed weekends. More recently, as well as covering British girls such as Sandie Shaw and Dusty Springfield as well as the Tamla Motown greats such as Martha Reeves & The Vandellas and The Supremes, The Sixties Gems are focusing on a Lulu-inspired show.

Here, Digger talks to Valerie Thornton, proprietor of Iconic, a vintage/retro shop nestling below the beautiful Edinburgh Castle in The Grassmarket, about her, and partner Robert's, love of curios, antiques, jewellery, glass, ceramics, quirky collectables and retro items.
 

Digger talked to Steve at Midland Records, the UK's leading independent supplier of specialist pre-recorded budget CD and DVD products to non-traditional outlets.

The NEW hit 50's and 60's Rock 'n' Roll Show... The Twist, has arrived. Featuring the songs of, Petula Clark, Elvis, Connie Francis, Buddy Holly, Dusty Springfield, Billy Fury and more. This West End style show takes you into the heart of an American diner where your Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy begins. All the greats pop into The Twist diner to perform for Tony Tremendo, the diner owner. Featuring the Twisters, the resident house band and the Twistettes, the diners adorable waitresses... and aspiring actresses. 'Happy Days' meets 'Buddy' in this hit after hit musical. Comedy, live band, authentic vocals and a stunning set. Here Digger talks to the producer Julie Stewart at Crimson Fair about The Twist Show.

Here Digger Barnes talked to David Biggers who runs go-ahead company UK Events and UK Dance Floors. David is a busy DJ at many of these events, fronting hundreds of parties and corporate events a year. David knows what it takes to make a memorable event - great music and great dancing. UK Events/UK Dance Floors are the UK's number one provider for everything you need to make a successful event.


 

Launched in October 2008, RETROSPECTIVE now has a catalogue of some 70 titles, on both single CDs and two-disc sets, featuring many of the greatest artists in the worlds of both Nostalgia and Vintage Jazz. Here Digger talks to Ray Crick about the background to the Retrospective label and about what's on offer.
 

Digger talked to Chris Richards at 3R Guitars about his guitar repair and restoration business. With a large worldwide customer base of delighted musicians, Chris has brought his experience and skills to bear on numerous vintage and classic guitar repairs and restorations. Chris is THE man when it comes to revitalising your dilapidated but treasured vintage guitar.
 

Album Cover Fine Art exclusive to their galleries in Scotland now on display in a permanent exhibition at their Artists Gallery in Aberdeen. They specialise in limited edition prints, original paintings and signed fine art album covers and memorabilia from the likes of The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Hendrix and Bowie to name just a few.
 

Big Top Mania's Circus Shows, Big Top Hire, Circus Tent Hire, Marquee Hire, Party Tent Hire, Medieval Tents & Striped Tent Rental.
 

Digger talks to Mark Neeter at Ovolo Books and Clarksdale Books. Clarksdale are a specialist independent publisher of rock and pop-related books, driven by a desire to produce quality, fun and unusual titles.
 

Here Digger talks to Liz at Arcade Game and Cabinet specialists Ultimate Arcade Cabinets. Ultimate Arcade Cabinets - specialise in producing the best customized arcade machines for playing retro arcade table games at home.
 

Digger talked to Paul at Key Mail Order, one of the UK's leading independent specialist mail order companies with an extensive database of UK & overseas product. Their featured artists include: Pink Floyd, Electric Light Orchestra, Ian Anderson, Bob Dylan, Dusty, Paul McCartney & Ringo Starr, Billy Fury, The Kinks, The Move, Beach Boys, Jethro Tull, Keith Potger, Judith Durham, Kula Shaker and Eric Stewart.
 

Now very well established as a leading expert in the world of Entertainment Memorabilia, Helen Hall brings her experience to bear at Dig Gallery where many exciting artefacts from the world of music, film and entertainment are for sale. As the name suggests, at Dig Gallery there is also a large 'archive' of photos, prints, books and limited editions on offer covering every genre of popular culture and entertainment imaginable. Here Digger talks to Ben and Helen who between them run Dig Gallery.

 

Selling vintage, used guitars and basses, Nicks Guitars offers a wide variety of instruments at all price levels. Here Digger talks to Nick about the background to the business and about what's on offer.
 

Since 1999, The Mersey Beatles have been recreating the sights and sound of the Beatles with a stunningly accurate tribute show - the closest you can get to the excitement of seeing The Beatles in concert. Natural, vibrant, funny and above all very talented musicians, The Mersey Beatles' love of The Beatles music shines through in their portrayal of their home city's most famous sons.

 

Loricraft Audio has been the acknowledged leader in the servicing and sale of restored classic Garrard 301 and 401 turntables since the 1980s. It also manufactures professional quality vinyl record cleaning equipment, the acclaimed, new, Garrard501 reference turntable, high end amplification and mains control equipment. Digger talked to Terry at Loricraft about his background and the background to this thriving business satisfying the demand for quality sound reproduction for vinyl lovers.

 

Simon Gynne runs Gifticuffs.com. The business developed from a gap in the market which Simon noticed when looking for finely detailed replicas of musical instruments for people to wear. Whether you're into Classic Rock, Classical Music, Brass Bands, String Quartets - Simon should have something for you with his assembly of music-related gifts.
 

The Vox Beatles have a wealth of experience playing in other bands and with some big names from the sixties circuit and got together based on their love for the music of The Beatles and for playing live. So may we introduce to you... The Vox Beatles - John, Mike, Paul and Joe
 

Doug at Big Boppa Records has three distinct strands to his business that was born from his love of Doo-wop music. Doug is buying and selling vintage vinyl, selling the Vinyl Solution Record Cleaner and producing reproduction record sleeves. There are 300 sleeve designs covering aprox. 370 labels.

Rock Guitar Miniatures - From AC/DC to ZZ Top. Rock Guitar Miniatures offers guitar and drum kit miniatures of some of your favourite musicians and bands. Lifelike and full of detail, the guitars feature strings and knobs, just like the originals. The drums are authentically detailed. Here Digger talks to Barry at Rock Guitar Miniatures about the business and what's on offer.

Digger talks to David Wiseman who has over forty years of experience in electronics repairs. Coming from a background of TV, Radio and music systems repairs, David now offers his expertise to customers with faulty vintage and retro electronic musical instruments and equipment.

 

Digger talked to Andrew at Art Vinyl about the Play and Display frames for displaying album/LP/12" artwork. The Play & Display Flip Frame has a unique quick release system, allowing you to instantly change your Art Vinyl record display as often as you like, available in both a neutral black and stunning white. Art Vinyl is the original way to display your favourite music and vinyl record art. Something new for music enthusiasts and an original interior design concept...

Tommy Hanley photographed many key movers and shakers from the sixties and seventies, including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and many significant American and British musicians from the world of jazz and blues. In fact, as a close and regular 'companion' of theirs, Tommy developed a special and close relationship with The Beatles. Here Digger talks to Tony Hanley about his dad's work.
 

Twinwood Festival incorporating The Glenn Miller Festival, an annual event at Twinwood Arena near Bedford, has become Britain's biggest vintage festival. Here, Digger talks to Liz and David Wooding, whose family have been running Twinwood Festival since its inception in 2002, about the vintage 'phenomenon' and about the Twinwood Festival.

Here Digger talks to Lord Tim and Lady Eve Croxford about their Rock 'n' Roll Paradise show. With tributes to Elvis, The Big Bopper, Buddy Holly, Eddie Cochran, Jerry Lee Lewis and Roy Orbison and over 40 songs, the show is guaranteed to get you rocking and bopping.

Digger caught up with Gerry McLaughlin, who runs the only annual Beatles festival to take place in Ireland. A mixture of Beatles tribute acts and covers bands, special guests and other Beatles-related festivities, the BeatlesFest event takes place at Moville in the beautiful countryside of Donegal.

Digger talks to Robin Rowe at Jukebox One Night Hire about their hire service, supplying events and parties with the ultimate musical soundtrack for their celebrations.
 

With a love of vinyl and having amassed a large record collection, Chris McGranaghan very early got on eBay and discovered that there was a good market for quality vinyl. Chris has built-up Those Old Records into a large and resourceful online and physical vinyl records store with a big reputation for quality and expertise.

Gary's Music Frames produce visually stunning phonecards framed with original records and DVDs. Digger caught up with Gary at the Brackley Biker's Festival where his stall was doing a brisk trade in rock 'n roll related Music Frames.

Digger talked to Ian Maxted who runs a business based on his expertise for, and love of vintage gramophones and phonographs. The SoundBox is one of the few remaining such outlets that maintains and offers these beautiful items for sale.

Johnny Mans Productions - Johnny offers Shows and Productions from music hall & the forties through to the modern & contemporary.

Here Digger talks to Katie Gale who is the energetic and enthusiastic driving force behind the new Jukebox Jive Show to be held near Heathrow in October.
A mix of Juke Boxes, rock & roll and retro & vintage, The Jukebox Jive show features live bands, makeovers, jiving, memorabilia and clothing dealers and, of course, Juke Boxes.

MG stands for Mickey and Grace. They have worked in the entertainment business for the past twenty years and now work with some great artistes and musicians. At MG productions you can book Mickey and Grace as a Duo (or Solo), or using their contacts they can supply you with different scenario Trios, Tributes and Cabaret shows. Here Digger talks to Grace about what makes MG special.

Here, Digger talks to Kirstie at Playable Picture Frames. Kirstie has come up with an innovative way to display classic Album Cover Art and also be able to play the albums inside.

Digger talks to Chris Smedley at Vicpine rare and cult movies. Chris is a rare and cult films enthusiast and helps customers from all over the world locate those hard to find movies and made-for-TV movies that people have fond memories of. These range from pop culture and classic movies to cult and noir or made-for-TV movies.

Juke Box Services have probably the largest stock of 1950's and 1960's Wurlitzer, AMI, Seeburg and Rockola jukeboxes in Europe.
Here Digger talks to Simon at Juke Box Services about his vast stock of vintage 50s and 60s jukeboxes and about his thirty-odd years in the business.

 

Digger talks to Elvis Davis who combines two careers, one as a leading Pop Artist and another as a highly successful movie costume designer. As a member of the costume team, Elvis has been the recipient of two Oscar nominations. His Pop and Rock icon artworks are much sought after, not only by the public but also by musicians and those within the industry.

Digger talks to Geoff Felix, Punch and Judy man and puppeteer, about the history of Punch and Judy and the way it reflects the times and social changes. The genre has survived for 350 years, Punch exists in countless manifestations around the world and is constantly evolving. Nevertheless, Punch is essentially a very British phenomenon.

Here Digger talks to Vince Mason of The Hollywood Bees about the band and the music of The Hollies as well as about his new project - The Counterfeit Sixties. Vince and the band have been involved in the music business for many years and there's no-one better to do justice to the songs of The Hollies and the sixties.

Bamalama Posters - Limited edition Rock and Movie Posters. Digger talks to John Brett at Bamalama Posters. John offers original and vintage music and movie posters in all genres and from the fifties through to the 'noughties'.

Here Digger talks to Mike Nicholls at Bournemouth-based drum store Classic Drums about his love of drums and drumming and his ethos for traditional customer service in this rather impersonal Internet age.

Vinyl style CDs at Band CDs. Digger talks to Paul Martin about this clever use of the CD format to emulate the look of vintage vinyl.

Digger talks to Terry at Vintage Music. Terry offers diverse artists and genres on CD from the forties through to the eighties. Folk, rock, pop, easy listening, comedy, blues - from the commonplace to the obscure. Terry has a finding and sourcing service for those harder to find items and is happy and willing to do the searching for you.

Here Digger talks to Gary at Guitar Avenue about his hobby-turned-business. Gary has forty years experience in the field and specialises in iconic vintage guitars. Guitar Avenue now has a worldwide reputation for service and quality.

Here Digger talks to Phil at  Vintage and Modern Guitars and Phil's Vintage Guitars about his love of vintage guitars and this business founded on the demand for authentic and original classic guitars.

Salvo Music's catalogue includes artists as diverse as Slade, Bay City Rollers, Madness, Procol Harum, Art of Noise, Propaganda, The Move, The Undertones, Belle Stars, Nazareth, Wreckless Eric, Tracey Ullman, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Buggles, Peter Green, John Williams, Cleo Laine & John Dankworth and STIFF. Here Digger talks to Chas Chandler, Salvo label manager, about their label, their ethos and their artists.

Based in Scotland, GLAMD are the best seventies review band available, playing songs by Sweet, Bay City Rollers, T. Rex, Slade, Abba, Queen. The ultimate party band! Here Digger talks to Sandy who founded the band about life in a glam rock tribute band.

Zebra  Express are a very experienced & professional 70's Disco Tribute / 70's Theme Party / Wedding Band. Established 1998, Zebra Express are a premier 70's retro band covering music by such Artistes as Chic/Sister Sledge/Candi Staton/Donna Summer/ The Trammps/Kool & the Gang etc.

Digger talks to Stuart at The Jukebox Shop. Jukeboxes are a huge part of our musical heritage and popular culture. Stuart's experience and expertise in the field is unsurpassed and here, amongst other things, we find out about the history of Jukeboxes and what are the reasons for the continued success of The Jukebox Shop..

Panamint Cinema have produced over 70 DVDs featuring classic documentaries  from the Nation’s film archive, television companies and independent film producers.

Digger talks to Greg Anderson at The Blue Parrot Company about their latest strands to their event hire business. Illuminated dance floors and photo booths are proving particularly popular...

The Counterfeit Beatles have established themselves as one of the UK's most sought after international acts with two of the highest profile performances ever undertaken by any Beatles tribute band. Here Digger talks to their founder Peter Bailey about the band.

The LMS was founded in 1972, when Ronnie Lane, bass player with The Small Faces and The Faces imported a 1968 Airstream Trailer from the USA. Back then the only real competition was The Rolling Stones mobile. The LMS was a massive success, and the sound of the 'room' was legendary. Many eminent producers considered it the flattest & most accurate control room in the world.

Jukebox Selection offer superb neon signs, a custom neon sign service, CD and vinyl jukebox sales and repair, pool table sales and re-cover. Here, Digger talks to Keith at Jukebox Selection.

Mike Bloomfield has been a leading player in the memorabilia world since the nineties. As a keen collector of movie and music memorabilia, Mike is well qualified to service the needs of collectors of rock, pop and movie posters and ephemera.

Liz Biddle at Upbeat Recordings tells us about her 'home for the very best music recordings' which was established way back in1989. The term eclectic springs to mind when browsing through the catalogue. With a focus on jazz, the offerings also include classical, folk and some one-offs. Here we find out what the 'USP' is at Upbeat and why their customers keep on coming back.

Collectable Records is a long-established record dealership for Vinyl records, DVDs, videos and music related memorabilia. Proprietor Tim has a particular passion for seventies and eighties music and here he talks to Digger about vinyl and music memorabilia. 

Byron Elwell was inspired by the work and legacy of Joe Meek and runs Chestnut Bank Productions, recreating the instrumental sounds of the early sixties in those pre-Beatlemania days. Here, Digger talks to Byron about what he is doing.

Sing Out Sisters are one of the UK’s top function bands, performing hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s & 00s. This high energy show complete with costume changes and choreography will drive you and your guests onto the dance floor, dancing to the best pop, soul and disco classics. Digger caught up with Claire and Laura to ask them some questions about life in a top-rated functions band.

Shake101 are a talented band who are passionate about 60s music and 60s style. Digger went along to one of their gigs to sample their versions of 60s classics and to talk to Scott, Mitch, Mick and Darren about 60s music, mod and the future for Shake101. Look out for them!

Be it a wedding, an anniversary, a birthday or Bar Mitzvah party, a corporate event, a piece of experiential marketing or an awards ceremony, a Groovybooth is an indispensable addition to your event. People love having their photos taken and to have fun with friends. Digger talks to Dave Rogers at Groovybooth about the booth phenomenon and what it's like to run Groovybooth.

Digger talks to John at Acrobat/Trapeze Music. Knowing that there is demand for specialist, niche and collectors' music all around the world, their strategy is to ensure that artists and recordings in genres which are often not given priority by the major companies are as widely available as possible.

Morningside Management offer the highest quality tribute shows to Neil Diamond, Jimi Hendrix, Cream, Simon and Garfunkel, Bob Marley, Elvis, Bowie, The Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, U2 and Oasis, amongst others. Here, Digger talks to Steve Barker about his 'stable' of tribute acts and shows.

Replica Gold Discs and Film Cells have really taken off in recent times as gifts and as unusual and unique items to decorate a study, a den or a games room. Here, Digger talks to John who runs filmcellsdirect.com - genuine and original Film Cells and replicadiscs.com - Replica Gold Discs.

Liberty Games are the UK’s no. 1 home games room specialists! One of their specialist areas is that of retro products. This includes a great range of Wurlitzer, Rock-Ola, Sound Leisure and Steepletone jukeboxes, with their great nostalgic styling coupled with up to date modern technology.

Here, Digger visits Peacock's auctions. They are one of the biggest auction houses specialising in 20th Century collectables and Rock, Pop, Film & Memorabilia. These auctions take place regularly throughout the year in Bedford. Digger attended their latest auction and spoke to Tim Brophy and John Lewis who run the auctions.

Here Digger talks to David Parker about The Beat Magazine - covering mainly 50s, 60s, and 70s rock & roll, R&B, blues and some country music and jazz. This monthly magazine has lively letters and news sections, exclusive interviews with the artists, book, CD, DVD, and live shows reviews. It also has a comprehensive Good Gig Guide, showing where the artists are performing on dates of tours and one-nighters. It has a worldwide subscription circulation.

The boys are back in town! After the resounding success of the 2010 Spring and Autumn tours, The Bootleg Sixties show hits the road again, starting on February 24th 2011. They're going back to some favourite theatres by popular demand but they're breaking plenty of new ground too, including a five – date debut visit to Scotland! Here Digger talks to Steve Phypers of The Overtures about their Bootleg Sixties Tour, life and the universe!.

Digger talks to Neil Drover at The Neil Drover Agency - Entertainment Agent Neil Drover provides an impressive list of entertainers, bands, wedding bands, ceilidh bands, swing, jazz, tribute acts, musicians and more.

Digger talks to Spencer Pratten who runs two tribute/covers bands, Creamful with their authentic take on Cream's rich catalogue of songs and Gunrunner with a blend of blues, seventies rock and sixties favourites.

Here, Digger talks with Susie Webb about her work with Zoe Nicholas as The Fabbagirls and with The SAS (Spike's All Stars) Band. The best ABBA tribute band in the world - THE FABBAGIRLS!

Max Hooley tells us about Maxvinyl - Beatles, Stones and Elvis, Rock'n'Roll, Folk, Blues, Soul and Reggae, World Music, Film and TV, Comedy. From the fifties to the nineties - more than 23,000 catalogued vinyl records for sale.

Digger talks to Richard Goulden at Rentabooth - Photobooth rental & instant party booth rental covering London and the UK. Photobooths have really taken off in popularity in recent times and here Richard explains the benefits and attraction of hiring a booth for your wedding, celebration or event. 

Digger talks to Martin Reynolds who plays John Lennon in the unambiguously-named Beatles tribute band - The Beatles Tribute Band! Martin and the boys have a reputation for musical excellence and an impressively authentic Beatles sound.

Digger talked with Ade at Vinyl Tree. Ade has a web presence and also attends record fairs and other events around the country, specialising in rare vinyl and CDs as well as collectable Corgi and Dinky vehicles. If it can be found then Ade will find it for you. Ade has built up a loyal and appreciative customer base as a result of his friendly and helpful manner, knowledge of his subject and keen pricing.

Burns Guitars London's policy of continual development and refinement reflects a constant quest to realise our vision of the ideal electric guitar. Burns Guitars London's  is run by Barry Gibson and they know a thing or two about quality guitar construction.

VIP Events are the biggest organisers of music and record fairs in Europe and was established by 'pioneer' Rob Lythall back in the days when The Internet, MP3s and CDs hadn't been invented. Yes, there really was a time, and it was only 25 years ago, when we used maps to plan a journey and stopped at the side of the road to use a phone box!

Tom Smith runs Signatorium. Tom is an autograph specialist with many years experience and an extensive range of signed items, from popular culture to history and notable figures.

Focusing on iconic portraiture, pop art and a range of memorabilia RedBusArt.com aim to introduce previously unseen artists to you, that you can enjoy in the comfort of your own home or workplace.

Forming through a mutual love of The Fab Four, Them Beatles have quickly become one of the best known Beatles tribute acts in the UK. Having wowed the crowds in venues such as the Carnegie Hall, Blackpool North Pier Theatre and Aberdeen Beach Ballroom, Them Beatles have built a solid live show, helping audiences relive the early 60's Beat era, the psychedelic studio years through to the White album and beyond.

Limited Edition Rock and Roll Photographic Prints.

Browsers Music - Specialists in Music Nostalgia. Our music genre's we stock are Country & Western, Irish and Folk, Male and Female artists, 60's and Oldies, Instrumental, Nostalgia and some Pop. Our DVD section comprises of Music, Comedy, Horror, Feature Films, Children’s, Sport and Special Interest, all products are 100% original - guaranteed.

Funky Floors was established by Graham Moorcroft and Matthew Letley in 2004 and were the innovators of the UK's first fully mobile illuminated dance floor. Funky Floors continues to be the largest supplier of illuminated dance floors in the UK. To accompany the floors we now have a wide selection of other fun and innovative products to make your event stand out from the rest!

Michael at UK DVDs Online tells us about his new business. With classics such as The Ealing Comedies, Hammer Horror, the Carry On movies and British Cult TV titles, UK DVDs Online has about 6,000 titles to choose from. 

Laurence Prangell at Soul Brother Records talks to Digger. Specialists in soul music, jazz music and funk music, Soul Brother are probably unique in the UK in terms of their breadth and scope of titles and depth of knowledge and satisfy customers worldwide.

We talk to Phil Harris about his Vintage and Specialist Musical Instrument and Equipment Hire business, Harris Hire.

Digger talked to Paul Blackbourn at Ace Music Stands who produce music stands for many clients, including the BBC. These are lightweight, long-lasting, economical and will make your band stand out from the crowd.

Digger talks to Tony Davey about his and Steve Conrad's Billy Fury & Buddy Holly Tribute. The ultimate Rock 'N Roll Show brings you tributes to two of the biggest names in rock n' roll music, a fabulous night of entertainment with a rock n' roll finale as both tribute artists take to the stage. With an extensive range of material covering titles from the rock 'n’ roll era of the fifties and sixties. 

autographs-rockandpop.com Alan Holmes has a passion for rock music and autograph collecting that goes back to the heady early days of The Beatles, The Stones, The Hollies and The Yardbirds. Alan has an impressive portfolio of autographed rock and pop items for sale.

Digger talks to Ray Martin at BCM Promotions Ltd. BCM present hit recording stars of the 60's, 70's, 80's to the present day & also provide a great selection of Tribute bands.

Digger talks to Chris Black who has been in the music business since 1955 and who runs the highly successful touring show C'mon Everybody. This features artists such as Eddie Cochran, Buddy Holly, Bill Haley, Brenda Lee, Connie Francis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Ray Charles, Chuck  Berry, Duane Eddy. The show is in its eleventh year and can be seen at a venue near you throughout 2011.