Redcar Coatham Bowl
the book
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Don't worry, there's another one at the bottom of the page
26,000 word history
359 memorabilia items
200 packed pages
190 photographs
Event timeline 1964-2014
Quotes from musicians who played there & concert goers who went to see them.
What they said about Chris' earlier music books...
"The authors and brilliant photographs have vividly captured a moment in time." Ed Bicknell, former manager of Dire Straits, Mark Knopfler, Bryan Ferry, Scott Walker, Gerry Rafferty.
"As you turn through the pages, you can feel the 1960s swinging... superbly illustrated with vintage memorabilia as well as the photographs." Chris Lloyd, THE NORTHERN ECHO
"Christopher Wilson has written and collated a genuinely touching & refreshing stroll down memory lane with this fabulous book... It opens so many joy filled memories of evenings spent in the breathtaking company of the original Fleetwood Mac, The Who... Joe Cocker... many of whom I had the extraordinary pleasure of opening for when I was in local bands... a must have and a must read... Well done Christopher!!!" David Coverdale, WHITESNAKE
"Produced with love and a real passion for the history of this iconic venue." WATERSTONES' BOOK STORE
"This book not only helps transport you to more innocent days but puts my memory in touch with all the other bands and musicians that filled that stage with groove and excitement. A good read, catalogue and history book. great times by the sea." Zoot Money, ZOOT MONEY'S BIG ROLL BAND
"...a really great piece of work..." John McCoy, singer & promoter
"Absolutely brilliantly put together." Terry Carter, guitarist LEGEND
"Beautifully produced and presented"Forrie Cairns, Clyde Valley Stompers
"This amazing book... If you love music history you will absolutely love this book." Brian Kelly, DJ COAST RADIO, New Zealand.
"this one is a true gem... incredibly well written and the pictures range from fantastic to astonishing... a clear labour of love for those who have created it..." Lee Ricketts blogspot.
"...studded with more than 200 fascinating photos, which tells the definitive story of a seaside venue which made musical waves across Britain." Dave Robson THE GAZETTE
"One of the best books I have ever read." Russ Naylor.
"Looks fantastic... a great piece of work which will serve as a time in history for future historians, excellent." Dave Macnamara, bass guitarist and singer
"Devoured it in almost one sitting! Fabulous stuff... vingettes were a joy to read." Ken Robinson, bass player
"...full of information, photos, family trees wonderfully presented by the author." Dave Julian
"...the book far exceeds all my expectations... excellent narrative of how the music scene evolved over those ten years... This book is an absolute must..." Terry Carter, guitarist, LEGEND
"Boys In The Bands is a stunning work of art. Thank you so much for compiling this masterpiece." Phil Udall, bass player
"Brilliant book... I can't put it down. I thought I knew everything about the Teesside group/band era of the 60s because I was there... after reading a few pages I now realise I knew very little..." Mark Aynsley Hay, singer.
"...brilliant descriptions of that atmospheric period." Mike Gutteridge, singer & guitarist
"Like the Redcar Jazz Club book, this new one is a great document of a special musical time." Paul Flush, keyboard player
"I'm blown away with the photos, the memories and the sheer breadth and depth of what you've been able to capture." Jackson Griffith.
"A truly magnificent book... packed with facts and information." Stan Laundon, website administrator.
"Superb." Paul Butler, guitarist & singer.
"...this well laid out and fascinating book - full of great stories..." Alan Sturt, guitarist & singer.
So that's those two. This third music volume bookends the history of Redcar's two most famous venues.
The reviews are coming in...
“I love this book. Packed full of heritage and memories.” Paul Goffy Gough DJ & PR consultant
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“…the book is terrific. I never attended a gig at the Bowl but having read the book, I now feel I did!” Dave Robson, DJ, Radio Zetland
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“... superbly written and researched ... very hard to put down... The book is captivating... Brilliant and a must read.” Les Podraza, drummer, Galliard, Tim Rose Band, Aretha Franklin.
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“…this truly excellent 200 page book in glorious colour with some first class photographs and stories.” Stan Laundon, ex:BBC presenter & website host
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“The research that has gone into this book is breathtaking” Stephen Harland, promoter
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“The book’s brilliant...” Michael Todd, admin Redcar Coatham Bowl Facebook
“Great effort all round... a work to treasure alongside the Jazz Club history.” Steve Dinsdale, musician
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“Everyone who loved the Bowl needs to buy this book, it’s essential reading.” Chris Hewitt, guitarist, Bryan Adams Experience
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“Excellent new book…” Mark Allen, musician.
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“Absolutely superb, love it, a treasure trove of memories…” Andrew Slater
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“Wonderful new book. Great read!” Ian Monaghan, Hartlepool Life
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Brilliant book.” Al Kenny, guitarist, Skid Marks
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“This book really takes me back !” Allan Bainbridge
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“Relishing the Redcar tome – a real tour de force.” Fil Cieslik, keyboard player, Dire Staithes
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“…an essential read for anyone interested in both music and local history.” Lee Theasby, Radio Hartlepool
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“…clearly a labour of love and resonates strongly…” Bob Stephenson, photographer
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“ I haven't had chance to read it yet because my family keep grabbing it” Chris Hicks
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