This weekend me, George, his mum and dad and some of his friends travelled up to Brighton to attend the annual Brighton 60's Mod Weekender. This was my first time joining in on a Mod weekend, and I must say I had a blast! The whole town was filled with people dressing up to reminisce and appreciate the 'lifestyle' of the 1960's. There was music being performed along the seafront, scooters parked on every stretch of road and so many people of all ages joining together to celebrate an iconic decade.
The mod weekend is an annual event that occurs every year on August bank holiday weekend. It runs through Friday till Sunday with a heap of events to embrace yourself in! The weekend starts at a local bar just 200 yards away from Brighton Pier, which is actually where the scooters arrive in the film Quadrophenia! The bar serves food and drink throughout the day and also features stalls where Vintage clothing, records and memorabilia are sold. Also along the seafront, a number of musicians and bands delight you with music from the magical decade, so you could say there is always something to see where ever you go! The evening/night time is all about The Komedia! The venue provide an act on Friday, Saturday and Sunday night. Unfortunately, due to living in Portsmouth and having to catch the last train home, we were unable to go to The Komedia, but I can only imagine how much fun it was.
Along from The Volks Tavern, just outside of The Modern World Gallery, was were I spent most of my day. Two music acts from Portsmouth dedicated their day entertaining the audience with their musical talent. First was a 7 piece 60's cool girl tribute band called 'The Fliks' and secondly, George Wedlake an acoustic singer/songwriter (who also happens to be my boyfriend, so if you like Noel Gallagher inspired music give him a listen! 'https://soundcloud.com/george-wedlake"
Give him a follow on facebook as well! https://www.facebook.com/georgewedlakemusic
George Wedlake
The Fliks
Playing songs like 'Do I love you?' 'Leader of the Pack' and even a Phil Spector medley. The Fliks are a local band from Portsmouth that bring back the spirit and the magic from the 60's that we all love! Find them on facebook and give them a like and a listen if you like what you hear https://www.facebook.com/thefliks
And the party doesn't just start and end on the front either, the whole of Brighton seemed to be in the 60's mood that weekend! Even places as far up as The Dorset were full to the brim of side burns, beehives and slim suits! Overall I had an amazing day, and would definitely recommend it to any Vintage/Mod/60's or just plain fun filled day lover out there!
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