Rockin' Malaria Podcast

David Allott
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Mike and Opher share memories of the UK music scene, particularly around London and Hull, in the late 1960's and early 70's, including friendships with musicians such as Roy Harper, Paul Kossoff and others. Plus interviews with musicians who were active at that time.

Episodes

  1. Jul 27

    Episode 6 | Interview with guitarist Les Nicol

    Hull guitarist Les Nicol talks about his career, including stints touring the world with Leo Sayer's band plus playing with many name musicians in the USA. Les also reminisces on encounters with some very famous musicians and singers, plus memories of his early days and friendships with the likes of Mick Ronson.

    Episode 6 | Interview with guitarist Les Nicol

  2. Jul 27

    Episode 5 | British Blues

    Memories of the beginnings of the British blues scene in London and Hull in the late 1960's.

    Episode 5 | British Blues

  3. Jul 27

    Episode 4 | The early days of some famous bands/musicians

    Collecting records and listening to music. The underground scene in London in the 1960's vs Merseybeat, plus catching future stars playing locally.

    Episode 4 | The early days of some famous bands/musicians

  4. Jul 27

    Episode 3 | Merseybeat

    Mike and Opher talk about the short-lived but massively influential phenomenon of Merseybeat.

    Episode 3 | Merseybeat

  5. Jul 27

    Episode 2 | Looking after Kossoff, hanging out with Harper, having a meal with Zeppelin etc.

    Mike and Opher look back on some of the famous musicians with whom they had close association in the late 60's/early 70's, including Paul Kossoff, Robin Trower, Roy Harper, Led Zeppelin etc.

    Episode 2 | Looking after Kossoff, hanging out with Harper, having a meal with Zeppelin etc.

  6. Jul 27

    Episode 1 | Beginnings

    The first episode covers the awakening of Mike and Opher's interest in music and recollections of attending some early gigs in the late 1960's, mostly around London and Hull.

    Episode 1 | Beginnings
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About

Mike and Opher share memories of the UK music scene, particularly around London and Hull, in the late 1960's and early 70's, including friendships with musicians such as Roy Harper, Paul Kossoff and others. Plus interviews with musicians who were active at that time.

Information

  • Creator
    David Allott
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © David Allott 2026
  • Show Website
    Rockin' Malaria Podcast