Northern Soul Concert History

Northern soul is a type of mid-tempo and uptempo heavy-beat soul music (of mainly African American origin) that was popularized in Northern England from the mid 1960s onwards. The term also refers to the associated dance styles and fashions that emanated from the Twisted Wheel club in Manchester and spread to other dancehalls and nightclubs, such as the Golden Torch (in Stoke-upon-Trent), the Highland Rooms at the Blackpool Mecca and the Wigan Casino.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


How many concerts has Northern Soul had?

Northern Soul has had 1 concert.

What genre is Northern Soul?

Northern Soul is most often considered to be Soul, Northern Soul, Deep Northern Soul, and Stax.

When was the last Northern Soul concert?

The last Northern Soul concert was on July 18, 2014 at The Button Factory in Dublin, Leinster, Ireland. The bands that performed were: Irish Premiere of The Living Room / a film by Shane Meadows (acclaimed director of This Is England) / Northern Soul / Gavin Clark (Unkle / Clayhill) / accompanied by The Leisure Society / Live.

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