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A Personal History of the British Record Business 9 – Colin Burn (1)

Posted on February 9, 2015 by dhvinyl

Colin Burn (1933 – 2009) was one of those enigmatic figures in the British music business – everyone knew him but no one knew him. Internet searches reveal little other than the tragic story of his attempts to turn his … Continue reading →

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The Beatles – a tiny contribution – Pt.3

Posted on January 1, 2014 by dhvinyl

Alan Lockie produced for EMI. “I was in Ardmore and Beechwood when The Beatles made their test recording in the HMV shop (below). The Ardmore & Beechwood guys phoned Norman (Newell) who was in Spain and then called George Martin.” … Continue reading →

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The Beatles – a tiny contribution, Pt.1

Posted on January 1, 2014 by dhvinyl

It’s January 1, and as previous years may show, it’s the day when once again I decide I should use this blog as an outlet for musings, memories, facts, fiction, views on all things musical. However, this year may (I … Continue reading →

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