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Last Orders: The Slow Death of the Great British Pub
It’s a sad fact that the traditional British pub is becoming an endangered species. Since the 1980s, pubs have been closing at an alarming rate all over the UK.
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1975: When Britain Seemed to be Falling Apart
1975 proved an immensely challenging period for Britain as the economic and political crises of the early 1970s continued to batter the country from all sides.
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The Power of Motown and Its Cultural Impact in 1960s Britain
Through its infectious melodies and suave style, Motown didn’t just provide the soundtrack to the sixties; it captured the spirit of a transforming nation. The arrival of this fresh, funky phenomenon triggered a Motown frenzy, as British youth eagerly embraced the label’s artists and aesthetics. Soon, the Motown vibe had permeated the cultural landscape, its influence evident in everything from dance moves to dress codes.
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Dancefloor Dominance and Artistic Heights:1985’s Monumental Year in British Music
1985 represented a pinnacle for UK music’s artistic innovation. Synthesised dance-pop, slick funk, and powerful rock anthems, British artists resonated globally.
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1977 in Review: Jubilee and Jubilation
1977 was one of contrasts for the United Kingdom. As the Queen’s Silver Jubilee sparked nationwide celebrations of her 25-year reign, the country grappled with economic uncertainties and social divisions.
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Depeche Mode
Emerging from the unlikely hometown of Basildon, Essex, Depeche Mode conquered the world and defined a darkly romantic musical era all their own.
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The Unparalleled Artistry of Alison Moyet – An 80s Vocal Legend Remembered
Born Geneviève Alison Jane Moyet on 18 June 1961 in Billericay, Essex, this future icon grew up in a modest, working-class family.
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Baby Love Meets My Girl: Inside the Story of Motown’s Dynamic Duo
The Supremes and Temptations began as two fledgling groups with a harmonious bond seeded on the streets of Detroit. This enduring connection between Motown’s most glamorous girl group and dashing male vocalists traces back to their origins as the Primettes and Primes
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1978 in Review: Trials and Tribulations
1978 was a year of upheaval and unrest in Britain, with a sputtering economy and simmering social divisions coming to the fore.
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Motown Greatest Hits
2019 marks the 60th year of MOTOWN, widely regarded as the greatest, most successful and best-loved record label in music and to commemorate this landmark anniversary Motown will be issuing a brand new Greatest Hits compilation featuring 60 tracks from across their enormously influential and remarkable history.
The 3CD version of the album features legendary Motown artists including The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Temptations, Four Tops, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, The Jackson 5 and Lionel Richie.
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