Author Talk: Richard Balls: Be Stiff- the Stiff Records Story

🎸 Join us for a captivating journey into the world of punk music! 🎤

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of punk's explosion in Britain, we are thrilled to host Richard Balls, the author behind Be Stiff: The Stiff Records Story. 🎉

📅 Date & Time: 10 oktober 17:00 - 19:00
📍 Location: Social Prescribing Portsmouth, Dennis Sciama Building, Portsmouth, PO1 2, United Kingdom
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Richard will shed light on the iconic Stiff Records, the London label that launched the UK’s first punk record, New Rose by The Damned. Get ready to hear about this revolutionary label and its pivotal role in shaping the punk scene!

📝 Richard Balls is not just an author; he has penned three insightful books, including:

• A Furious Devotion: The Life of Shane MacGowan
• Be Stiff: The Stiff Records Story
• Sex & Drugs & Rock ‘n’ Roll: The Life of Ian Dury

With a background as a newspaper journalist and his passion for music, Richard resides in Norwich and is an enthusiastic record collector. Don't miss this chance to dive deep into punk history! 🤘