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Forget Oasis, The Kinks were the original bad boys of British pop! 60 years after their first No 1, RICHARD LITTLEJOHN pays homage to the band that became the soundtrack to his life
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September 2, 2024
RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: They were the original bad boys of British pop and turned sibling rivalry into an art form. No, not Noel and Liam Gallagher. Thirty years before Oasis released their first album, Ray Davies and Dave Davies of The Kinks were already at each other's throats. Fisticuffs on stage were not uncommon, often involving drummer Mick Avory - the 'third Davies brother', according to Dave. A concert in Cardiff came to an abrupt halt when Dave ended up in hospital after Avory hit him on the head with a cymbal.
Sixties rock stars will reunite this week to address the band's future, nearly 30 years since their last public appearance
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December 12, 2023
Sixties rock stars are set to reunite this week to discuss the band's future almost 30 years after their last public appearance. After seeing a decrease in their commercial success, several lineup changes, and ongoing controversies, they disbanded in 1996.