Join Stuart Cosgrove and John Manship for an afternoon of something a little different!
Stuart Cosgrove is the award-winning author of the ground-breaking Black Social History and soul music books ‘Detroit 67’, ‘Memphis 68’, and ‘Harlem 69’. Join Stuart for this unique event that will look at the struggles Black American soul artists faced, the hardships, the heartbreaks, and hear him put into context the influence the artists and their music had on Wigan Casino, the Northern Soul scene in general, and the wider music scene in this country.
Chairing the event is John Manship, highly respected DJ, collector, author, international soul music auction house owner, and leading authority on Northern Soul.
An acclaimed journalist and former editor of NME and The Face, Stuart joined Channel 4 in 1994, serving for eight years as Controller of Arts and Entertainment, and then as Head of Programmes (Nations and Regions). He is also a popular radio presenter and host of BBC Scotland's long-running show ‘Off the Ball’, and a director of the Film and TV company ‘Boy 313’. 
 
When? Saturday 28th October, 3-4.30pm
Where? Museum of Wigan Life, Library Street, Wigan, WN1 1NU
What is the cost? Free
Do I need to book? Booking is advised, but on the day if places are available (this is not guaranteed)
How do I book? Via Eventbrite through the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/soul-music-and-social-change-with-stuart-cosgrove-tickets-695197373057?aff=ebdsoporgprofile 
By contacting the museum directly 01942 828128 or email wiganmuseum@wigan.gov.uk or you can drop me a pm

Event details

Headline News! - Angelo Starr sings live in Barnsley

From the USA Angelo Starr younger brother of the late great Edwin Starr presents a Soul & Motown party. He has taken over lead vocals with Edwin Starr’s original band which is still intact with sax, keyboard, percussion, lead guitar, bass guitar, drums & male and female backing vocalists.

A non- stop selection of classics, show includes all the Edwin Starr Hits ‘War’ (what is it good for) S.O.S (Stop her on sight) ’25 Miles’ (Eye to Eye) Contact’ Happy Radio’ Headline News’ Time’ Agent Double O Soul’ Backstreet’ I have faith in you.

This is Angelos solo debut at Soho Social, with a stellar DJ line up for the warm up and the after party then you will definitely need your dancing shoes

Ticket Link below - this is strictly all ticket with 50 Early Bird tickets on sale online at £5 each - snap them up now

https://www.wegottickets.com/event/594044/

Event details