David Bowie

The mayor, Cllr Robert Hutchinson, officially unveils the Blue Plaque tribute to legendary Sunderland music promoter Geoff Docherty.

Legend who was catalyst for Mackems love of music honoured with plaque

Music stars such as David Bowie, Free, Rod Stewart and the Faces and Mott the Hoople graced stages in Sunderland back in the 70s. Behind the scenes, it was Sunderland man Geoff Docherty who worked so hard to bring them here. Here he is in 2001 outside what was the Locarno on Newcastle Road.

Sunderland music legend Geoff Docherty to be honoured with blue plaque

The early days of the demolition programme and the contractors have moved on to the site to begin the work.

11 never-before-seen photos of Roker Park as it faced the bulldozer

Former Stars In Their Eyes contestant Paul Henderson is performing at The Navy Club, in Roker Avenue, Sunderland, on Saturday, June 20.

David Bowie tribute show comes to Sunderland

Original artworks by David Bowie will be on display

Your chance to see original David Bowie artworks in Sunderland

An annual event is being planned to remember Sunderland music promoter Geoff Docherty.

A lasting tribute is planned for Sunderland music man Geoff Docherty

Music stars such as David Bowie, Free, Rod Stewart and the Faces and Mott the Hoople graced stages in Sunderland back in the 70s. Behind the scenes, it was Sunderland man Geoff Docherty who worked so hard to bring them here. Here he is in 2001 outside what was the Locarno on Newcastle Road.

Funeral of Sunderland music man: Details announced

Music stars such as David Bowie, Free, Rod Stewart and the Faces and Mott the Hoople graced stages in Sunderland back in the 70s. Behind the scenes, it was Sunderland man Geoff Docherty who worked so hard to bring them here. Here he is in 2001 outside what was the Locarno on Newcastle Road.

Tributes paid to Sunderland music legend who has died aged 86

Fearne Cotton has teamed up with Samsung to go back to her chart show roots.

David Bowie named among top icons to have predicted the future

Former Top of the Pops producer Chris Cowey has shared his childhood memories with our podcast Wearside Echoes, sponsored by Mobility Care Solutions.

My memories of Atkinsons record shop: Producer relives Sunderland days

Terry Wall who is a passionate Sunderland fan and a popular YouTuber.

We're back! Wearside Echoes is returning. Here's a sneak preview

Considered a trailblazer for female musicians who followed in her footsteps, celebrate the life of Tina Turner with a look back at some of her memorable photos.

Tina Turner: 43 photos remembering the dynamo of the music world

Amanda Holden at The McVities Chocolate Digestives Experience

Amanda Holden attends star studded Chocolate Digestive party

What are the most wanted vinyl releases users of Discogs are after as April draws to a close?

The 23 most wanted records that vinyl hunters are desperate for

Biscuit-based portraits depicting likes of Dame Judi Dench unveiled

Fans - and their dog - started queuing for Bowie tickets almost 24 hours before they went on sale.
First in the queue were Helen Roper, Patsy Watson and Dawn Wright.

OMG That's me in the middle! Bowie memories from Sunderland
Okay so it was nearly 40 years ago but that didn’t stop you from sharing some fantastic memories of David Bowie’s big concert in Sunderland.
Chris Cordner

Fans - and their dog - started queuing for Bowie tickets almost 24 hours before they went on sale.
First in the queue were Helen Roper, Patsy Watson and Dawn Wright.

Bowie Roker Park tickets: Share 1987 memories

What records went on to become the best-selling vinyl in the UK in the 21st century?

What have been the best selling records in the UK in the 21st century?

The late David Bowie and Jennifer Connolly return to our big screens this year with the Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert touring across the UK.

David Bowie’s Labyrinth comes to Life with UK Tour in 2025

Musician Liam Payne performs at the "One Direction iHeartRadio Album Release Party".

Watch: British public recall celebrity deaths that affected them most

Tuck in to some favourite reminders from the 80s.

What you loved about the 80s: Pick n mix, Rubik's Cube and more

Movie stars we've seen in our neighbourhood - all photographed by the Sunderland Echo.

Nine film stars pictured on visits to Sunderland

Chris Cowey who has spoken about his days at Top of the Pops.

The Sunderland man who worked with Madonna, Bowie and The Spice Girls

US singer-songwriter Taylor Swift performs onstage during Eras tour

Taylor Swift becomes Guiness World Record holder - again

Linda Lewis has died aged 72

Linda Lewis dies: tributes pour in for 72 year-old singer

Breaking The Proclaimers taken off King’s coronation playlist

The Locarno was one of Sunderland’s most popular live music venues in 1970, attracting acts such as Genesis and David Bowie.

Eight pictures showing the rise and fall of the Locarno
Who remembers dancing the night away at the Locarno?
Chris Cordner

David Bowie as the Thin White Duke

David Bowie archive featuring 80,000 items to be made public

A charity gig is on the way as a tribute to former music promoter Geoff Docherty.

Event to celebrate the man who brought Bowie and Pink Floyd to the North East

Placebo on tour

Placebo on tour and with new hit album after nearly a decade away

Artist Joe Black adds the finishing touches to a portrait of David Bowie made from over 8,500 guitar plectrums, commissioned by Sky Arts to celebrate Bowie topping a new definitive list of Britain's 50 most influential artists of the past 50 years

Bowie in top spot as 50 of most influential British artist of the past 50 years ...

These are the top 50 British exports

David Bowie-style cremations boom on star's anniversary amid cost of living cris...

Designer Darren Timby has created his fifth screw art piece. Photo: Michael Robbie.

Sunderland designer pays tribute to Amy Winehouse with screw artwork

Not so grumpy Rick back on tour

Rick recognised as not so grumpy these days!

Darren wanted to challenge himself with his latest piece.

David Bowie artwork made of 15,000 screws set to go on display

Bite Beauty: why this vegan make-up should be your next beauty splurge

Bite Beauty: why this vegan make-up should be your next beauty splurge

New date announced for 2021 Isle of Wight Festival - and line-up news

Are you pictured in one of our 1987 photos?

Back to Bowie, Barnes and a Royal visit

Rediscover the work of a controversial master as Helmut Newton's centenary is ma...

Supergroup Holy Holy take David Bowie's songs on tour

Queen, Bowie, Kylie? Here's whose festival set was voted the best

This is what you need to know about the sequel that's in the works (Photo: The Jim Henson Company)

Here’s what you need to know about the sequel to cult movie Labyrinth which is n...

Here's how the BBC is celebrating Glastonbury's 50th anniversary festival - and ...

Five of the best classic concerts to watch online

Sunderland's 3-0 win over Everton on May 3, 1997 was the final competitive match at Roker Park. It was demolished months later.

The story of Roker Park

Ultimate Bowie

David Bowie tribute act returns to North East with gig at Customs House

The lobby. Photo by Hotel Cafe Royal.

An experience of a lifetime at London's luxurious and elegant Hotel Cafe Royal

History, politics, entertainment and sport are all part of our 1980s Sunderland quiz. Answers are on the last page.

Remember Sunderland in the 1980s? Test yourself with these 11 questions

The advert for the appearance of Edison Lighthouse at Wetherells.

Was this Sunderland’s best ever month for live music?

Glenn Gregory sang two classic David Bowie albums, with his former producer Tony Visconti on bass. All pics: Mick Burgess.

David Bowie classics performed in full by Holy Holy - Newcastle gig reviewed

The Cast

Popular North East band reforms with Bowie tribute

Lindsay Kemp, left, with David Bowie in the 1970s.

South Shields-raised Lindsay Kemp - who taught David Bowie to dance - dies aged ...

Skids frontman Richard Jobson is still loving the aliens - and Bowie

The Fab Four when they came to Sunderland for an appearance at the Empire in 1963.

You loved them yeah yeah yeah - remembering when The Beatles came to Sunderland

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