Artist

Roger Eagle

1963-1967·Manchester, Oxford

Roger Eagle, a public-school rebel from Oxford who moved north, became the Twisted Wheel's DJ on 24 November 1963, building its reputation on imported American blues and rhythm and blues. His nights ran seven hours, with a live band playing for about an hour of them.

The full story is in Northern Soul.

At a glance

Active
1963–1967
From
Oxford, UK

In the issues

  • Northern Soul
    Principal · 1963-1981 · Members

    Northern Soul is a music scene from Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent, Wigan and the North of England, 1963–1981. Its principal artists include Russ Winstanley, Ian Levine, Roger Eagle and Dave Godin. This issue covers 8 essential albums and 14 dated events.