TV Tie-in with Major Granada Documentary In June 1976, a fledgling young band called the Sex Pistols played a gig at the Free Trade Hall in Manchester. Seemingly only 34 people were actually in the 'crowd' but the impact of that explosive performance has become the stuff of legends and is still being felt. Compiled by award-winning TV producer David Nolan this book tells the story of that seminal concert and reveals how it led directly to the Buzzcocks, Joy Division, Factory Records, the Hacienda, Madchester House Music, the rave scene and Oasis. Illustrated with b/w photos.
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TV Tie-in with Major Granada Documentary In June 1976, a fledgling young band called the Sex Pistols played a gig at the Free Trade Hall in Manchester. Seemingly only 34 people were actually in the 'crowd' but the impact of that explosive performance has become the stuff of legends and is still being felt. Compiled by award-winning TV producer David Nolan this book tells the story of that seminal concert and reveals how it led directly to the Buzzcocks, Joy Division, Factory Records, the Hacienda, Madchester House Music, the rave scene and Oasis. Illustrated with b/w photos.