Artist

Russ Winstanley

1973-present·Wigan

Russ Winstanley, born in Wigan in 1952, was DJing at Central Park rugby club when the Casino's manager, Mike Walker, brought him in as head DJ for Wigan Casino's first all-nighter on 23 September 1973. He didn't arrive empty-handed.

The full story is in Northern Soul.

At a glance

Active
1973–present
From
Wigan, 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.