Punk Stories: UK

David Stooke Artist shares his tales of life on the road as a New Age Traveller. Stonehenge festival features in his many festival tales. Treworgey Tree Fayre unsurprisingly has a mention. David also shares his story of his art and portraits of traveller friends.  David has a book available, 'The New Age Travellers' from www.davidstooke.co.uk book two will be available in the near future. 

Si talks to Alison for Punk Stories UK about his turbulent younger years, how he used university to escape from those times and how he went on to taking part in demonstrations and direct action. 

Terry (Tel) Wright  Born 6th September 1965, Died 8th January 1989 (aged 23) Tel's Punk Story, words spoken by lifetime friend Nick Oakley (Chimp)

Adrian Street (Adrian Stranik) was influenced by Rock and Roll, he tells us about his first recording, a local compilation album, through his gigs stretching across to the USA to becoming a published author.

Colin (Colsk) Latter shares his punk story. He talks about bands, namely The Epileptics, Flux of Pink Indians amongst others, his painting and a connection to Tommy 'The Terrible'. Would like to thank One Little Independent Records for sound clip permissions.  1. Tube Disaster 2. Tapioca Sunrise 3. They Lie We Die 4. Nothing is Not Done 5. 1970's have been made in Hong Kong

Stef tells us about his reasons for leaving Glasgow to come to England, taking part in Stop the City in Scotland and a tale of a green corduroy suit complete with waistcoat.  Just a heads up, this one is a little sweary.

Mikki Thomas (Mikki Mu) talks about the history of the club from its inception at The Starting Gate all the way through to The Joint and beyond.    This interview taken from the recent upload of the podcast about Peartree Bridge Centre. 

Greg tells us about hearing The Clash on the radio and it changing his life, DIY Punk clothing, Friars Venue and an unfortunate event with a neck chain. 

Paul tells us about his humble beginnings using his bunk bed to practice drumming, playing with Eddie Stanton in Peace of Crecy to enjoying more mellow music including 70's Disco. 

Rob tells us about his love of music, the many bands he has been in, the fun and the more serious, and how he is still involved in the music scene. 

Jasmine Storm talks about how she discovered The Starting Gate and how she "found her tribe” This interview taken from the recent upload of the recent podcast about Peartree Bridge Centre. 

Steve Spon from many bands including Pneumania and UK Decay from Luton tells us about gigging, riots, recording and doing a tour supporting Dead Kennedys.   Apologies for the sound not being as clear as usual. 

In this podcast you will hear Lisa Hosking, Mikki Mu, Jasmine Storm and Debra Mathews talk about their memories of Peartree Bridge. Peartree Bridge Youth Centre came to be the place to go for live music, DJ's and the club The Joint. A compilation album featuring local bands 'A Warped Sense of Human was recorded there. Once it was all over the derelict building was vandalised and then used by skateboarders who brought ramps into the gym downstairs. 

Memories of the Rock Against Racism March and Concert 1978, Clash, X-Ray Spex, Steel Pulse, Tom Robinson Band. On the 30th of April 2024 it will be the 46th anniversary of the Rock Against Racism march and concert. The march congregated at Trafalgar Square then marched to Victoria Park with bands and entertainment. Here are four short interviews with people who were there on the day.  I share my story of the day and how I got there, Glenn O’halloran tells how he was already in touch with the Rock Against Racism team before the event, Richard Arridge shares his memories, I came across him whilst looking for photographs of the event and discovered his and he kindly allowed me to share them.  And last but not least Paul Welford (AKA Twiz).

Nick Oakley (Chimp) tells his brother Simon Oakley's (Si) Punk Story as he isn't here to tell it himself. 

I have been adding interviews with lots of punks for the Punk Stories podcast and a few folks have asked to hear mine.  Here is a few of my memories, not all of course as there just isn't enough time to fit it all in. 

Bone talks about Glam rock, brothel creepers from the catalogue and sewing his own punk clothing.  Alison Bancroft interviewing Chris (Bone) Reeves in 2024. Punk Stories.

Stevie talks about finding his place with punks, running away from home and belching on fizzy cider.  Alison Bancroft interviewing Stevie Martin in 2024. Punk Stories.

Lee talks about gigs, old school mates who 'made it', bands he helped create and slaughtering guinea pigs! Alison Bancroft interviewing Lee Scriven in 2024. Punk Stories. 

Listen to Dom talk about discovering punk, gigs, bands,  hitchhiking and the zen of Crass guitarists.  Alison Bancroft interviewing Dominic (Dom) in Feb 2024. Punk Stories. 

Listen to Darren 'Daz' 'Dazzy' Pugh tell his story about how he got into Punk at an early age and his tale of his leather jacket! Alison Bancroft interviewing Darren Pugh (Dazzy, Daz) in 2024 forPunk Stories. 

This interview is with "Muppet" Raymond Clay, a great interview going way back to his early experiences discovering Punk in 1976/77, a brush with Vivian Westwood,  and gigs. Alison Bancroft interviewing Raymond Clay (Muppet) in 2016 for Punk Stories UK.

Chimp talks about discovering punk at a young age, parents, violence and loving the scene.  Alison Bancroft interviewing Nick Oakley in 2016 for 40 Years of Punk Milton Keynes.   

Will Tricks talks about bands, the skateboard scene, music, cider, politics and swallowing insects up at Central Milton Keynes! Alison Bancroft interviewing Will tricks in 2016 for 40 Years of Punk Milton Keynes.  

Caz Tricks talking about Punk, New Wave, bands she was in and its impression on her fashion style.  Alison Bancroft interviewing Caz Tricks for Punk Stories UK  

Andy talks about gigs, how the scene changed for him, mates and pubs.  Alison Bancroft interviewing Andy Ford (Fordy) for 40 Years of Punk Milton Keynes. 

Listen to Mark talking about playing in previous bands,  Ethnic Minority, Exit Stance and over zealous security guards.  Alison Bancroft interviewing Mark Jeavons  (Jevs, Jeeves) in 2016 for 40 Years of Punk Milton Keynes.   

Tiggles talks about enjoying the local scene, working in CBGB's and being vocalist for The Fictitious.  Alison Bancroft interviewing Tim Dunbabin (Tiggles) for 40 years of Punk, Milton Keynes.

Sonya talks about how she came to be a punk, how her parents embraced it and music and hairstyles. Alison Bancroft interviewing Sonya Julia for 40 years of Punk, Milton Keynes.