Celebrating Mod Subculture & Soul Music Across The Decades
Mod Books, Mod Reading & Mod Subculture Literature, As those who know me well, know I am an avid reader and collector of Kitchen Sink Realism. Furthermore one which is, in my opinion, a basic staple for any book shelf related to Mod subculture reading. However I personally believe that whilst those who have an interest in the Mod Scene, …
The Rimini Mod Scene Part 2 – The 1980s – Andrea Mattioni Continuing the introduction from Italo, regarding his memories of participating in the 1980s Rimini Mod scene. Here is part two of that series of chats and interview by Andrea Mattioni. Andrea notably being one of the prominent 1980s Rimini Mods. Here Andrea, gives us a pleasant and well …
Bell Sheffield – The Memoirs Of A 1980’s Sheffield Mod It’s always refreshing and informative to hear of other friend’s memories from the 80’s Mod days. Not to mention a lovely walk down memory lane for the visitors to the site. Additionally also hearing their own personal stories and happy memories from the old Mods of the 1980s, evokes a …
The Rimini Mod Scene Part 1 It’s no surprise to know that in the 1980s, Mod subculture was embraced around the globe. I often concentrate on writing articles on the UK Mod scene. However as I have friends who were and continue to be participants in the Mod scene from other countries I think it’s imperative that those Mods are …
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Nottingham Mod, Mark Crew Discusses His 1980s Mod Tapes & Early Music Memories Part 2 Following on from my recent catch up with Mark Crew here is part 2 of that recent conversation regarding Mark’s old 1980s Mod Rally cassette tapes. Mark chats about some of those particular songs which remind him of his old Mod 80s days from his …
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Clelia Lucchitta – Italian Mod Girl Interview Part 1 Clelia Lucchitta, well known and highly respected on the Mod scene, began her young Mod days over 35 years ago in Milan and other areas in Italy. Clelia has and continues to be prolific on the Italian Mod scene spanning this time. I caught up with Clelia recently and had a …
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Nottingham Mod, Mark Crew Discusses His 1980s Mod Rally Tapes & Early Music Memories In June of this year, my friend Mark Crew handed me a bag of 48 cassette tapes. All of the music that was played at the clubs, that Mods frequented. These being tapes he has accumulated from his old Mod days back in the 1980s. We …
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Modzines by Eddie Piller and Steve Rowland is a book about fanzine culture from the Mod Revival and beyond. A thoroughly well researched book on Mod fanzines and one which visually attractive, it is available to buy on 7th February 2019. I recently caught up with Ed and Steve and had a chat with them regarding the researching, compiling and …
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A Review – Modzines By Eddie Piller & Steve Rowland In the days before the internet, a lifetime ago for many of us young Mods, one of the major lines of communication keeping this subculture alive was by spreading the word and keeping us informed. Whether that be about music, fashion or events, the Modzine was a pivotal staple for …
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My Favourite 60s Soul Songs Of 2018 – 8-15 Continuing from my previous article my Favourite 60s Soul Songs Of 2018, are the remainder of my 7 favourite discoveries and listens of 2018. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do. 8. Broken Hearts Inc. – Please Don’t Walk Away – Kimberlite 2018 By my own admission, I …
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