Discussion of the life, music and legacy of the legendary Joe Meek. Genius, pioneer,madman. All these words have been used to describe the most enigmatic figure in British pop recording history.The greatest pop record producer of the sixties, and the very first British independent, whose influence is still heard in the music of today. From the ground breaking hits 'Telstar' , 'Johnny Remember Me', and 'Have I the Right' to the amazing technological innovations of 'I Hear a New World' Joe Meek redefined pop music recording with a pioneer spirit unmatched in music history.
The fact that Duffy namechecks Joe Meek, even if NO ONE applauds, is still priceless. Somewhere in the crowd, SOMEONE will remember the name and find out why