Another clip spotted on the forums, this one a vintage Look At Life movie in over-glorious technicolour. It looks like a late 50s look at London's coffee bars (or it could be just sneaking into the 60s) – the music indicates the former. Nonetheless, it's an interesting look at coffee […]
Tag: sixties
The School CD reviewed
Something a little different added to our music reviews section – the new album by The School. It's called Loveless Unbeliever and is released on the Elefant label. Mark Raison has reviewed the album, which is a modern take on early 60s pop if you like. I'll say no more […]
Billy Preston – Agent Double 'O' Soul
Another video I spotted on the Modculture forums (posted up by the mod DJing legend that is Lee Miller I believe), a spot of Billy Preston. Our man is seen here on the playing with Ray Charles, rattling through Agent Double 'O' Soul, sporting a bold suit and throwing out […]
60s-style Esther Top from EC Star
With vast swathes of dresses available from retro reproduction brands, it's often difficult to find separates that excite in the same way. EC Star have pulled it off with aplomb, though, with this Esther Top. The sleeveless blouse captures the crossover between late fifties and early sixties style with ease, […]
Rock 'n' Roll London DVD
Any of you seen this? Perhaps the worst DVD cover in the history of the format and not something that says 'buy me' in any way at all. Yet the Rock 'n' Roll London DVD just might be an interesting watch. It's hosted by Art Wood. Yes, that Art Wood, […]
Booker T's Green Onions in colour
Spotted this on the Modculture forums, but in case you missed it there, here's a superb clip of Booker T and the MGs doing Green Onions live in 1968. Not only that, the clip is in colour, unusual for the era. Check it out…
Adidas Gazelle OG trainers return
If you like your trainers from the classic mould, you'll be pleased to hear about the return of the Adidas Gazelle OG trainers. Yes, a 1960s sportswear classic in two original colours – you can see the blue above, with the black variation pictured over the page. This particular reissue […]
Friday Street 10th anniversary night
Scotland's premier mod club celebrates 10 years of what it does best by hosting the Friday Street 10th anniversary night on Friday 30th July. Residents Mikey and Paul will be joined by original resident DJs Kev Conn and Quinny, throwing in a free CD for all who turn out for […]
