Grosvenor Road Studios is the home of Black Voices, the internationally renowned gospel group. Formerly known as the Hollick & Taylor Studios, the building is one of the UK’s best-kept musical secrets. John and Joan Taylor bought the house in 1945, converting part of it into a recording studio soon afterwards. It became known as Hollick… Read More »Grosvenor Road Studios
Formed in the latter part of 1968 the band grew from a four piece to a six piece to include a trumpet and sax. Full line up were Les Marshall (drums, percussion and vocals), who joined following a lengthy tour with Tim Rose. He replaced John Bonham as Tim’s drummer. Richard Pannell (lead guitar and… Read More »Galliard
Nick Warburton has provided this comprehensive overview of The Way of Life This historically important band is best known for featuring future Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham and bass player Dave Pegg, who went onto Fairport Convention among others. The Way of Life #1 (June 1966-September 1966) Reg Jones – lead vocals, harmonica Chris Jones… Read More »The Way of Life
Pub over in Hockley Heath 20 January 1967 – The Way of Life (with John Bonham on drums)
A club in the exotic location of Birmingham Airport! 16 January 1967 – The Way of Life (with John Bonham on drums) 6 February 1967 – Normie Rowe & The Playboys
Venue in the Bulls Head in Yardley. 4 January 1967 – The Way of Life (with John Bonham on drums)
Any more info on this venue? 2 September 1967 – Band of Joy at the Penthouse with Delroy Good Good Band 7 October 1967 – Human Instinct and The Penny Peep Show 13 January 1967 – The Way of Life (with John Bonham on drums) 28 January 1967 – The Way of Life (with John Bonham… Read More »Penthouse
Pub in Selly Oak 1 July 1967 – Wages of Sin 26 January 1967 – The Way of Life (with John Bonham on drums)