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Paul Banks

@paulbscenestories.bsky.social

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Mancunian storyteller capturing the history of music and club culture. Sharing untold stories from the Acid House era and beyond. This is my YouTube youtube.com/@mcrscenestories?si=576…

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

🎬 New Manchester Scene Stories interview! Colin Thorpe on Chapter and the Verse, meeting Aniff Akinola, Moonraker Studios, the making of A Guy Called Gerald’s ‘Voodoo Ray’ and Manchester’s early electronic music scene. Watch now 👇 youtu.be/U7jOkcDCEVw

Colin Thorpe: Voodoo Ray, Electro & Chapter and the Verse

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

New video with Graham Massey and Alan Hempsall . If people click like and leave a comment on YouTube- it boosts what I’m doing x youtu.be/rNd6iWaD1Ew?...

Graham Massey & Alan Hempsall: Manchester Punk to Acid House

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

🎥 NEW VIDEO Damien from Caulbearers joins Manchester Scene Stories to talk Blackburn’s acid-house raves, Hulme, Manchester post-punk, activism, meditation, psychedelics and the power of music to create community. Watch here 👇 youtu.be/fOaSqNWTp-M?...

Caulbearers, Blackburn Raves & Healing

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

New on Manchester Scene Stories 🎥 Guy Williams returns for Part Two — talking Flesh at The Haçienda, Manumission, Manchester’s gay club scene and his journey to Ibiza. “Music is medicine.” Watch here: youtu.be/r4WDKxGD3YA?...

Guy Williams: Flesh, Manumission & Ibiza

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I can’t believe who I’m getting to do videos with at the moment . Here’s Lady E from Newcleus youtu.be/mDHEVsvgFsk?...

Lady E: Newcleus, Brooklyn Hip-Hop and the Summer of ’79

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

New video with Manchester legend Elton Jackson. If you enjoy, please click like and leave a comment on YouTube as it boosts what I’m doing x youtu.be/3opYzrQWjKs?...

Elton Jackson: Inside Manchester’s Acid House Years

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

New video with Manchester Folk singer Evie Moran , make sure you stay to the end for her music x youtu.be/fQduom6yvAc?...

Evie Moran: Songwriting and Manchester’s Folk Scene

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

NEW VIDEO 🎥 Paul Cons joins Manchester Scene Stories to talk Flesh, the Haçienda and Manchester’s gay club scene — plus Paradise Garage, Larry Levan, ecstasy, house music and the changing city of the 80s & 90s. Watch here 👇 youtu.be/qbCp-WJZxjw

Paul Cons: Flesh, The Haçienda and Queer Manchester

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

New video - I couldn’t wait to share this one . She sent me one of the best music videos Ive ever seen which I’ve added to the end of the video youtu.be/G8FV75YMNbA?...

Seirén: Mushrooms, Music & Mexican Healing Ceremonies

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

New video with the legend Cozmo D from Newcleus. If you enjoy, please click like and leave a comment on YouTube as it boosts what I’m doing 😀 youtu.be/GPlXQNlOPFI?...

Cozmo D of Newcleus: Jam On It, Brooklyn & Hip-Hop History

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

My new interview with Bronx rapper Dynamax Roberts is now available. 50 minutes of hip-hop history — the Bronx, Kool Herc, Grandmaster Caz, Dee Nasty, France, Rikers Island and much more. Watch: youtu.be/WcUcadg5qAg

Dynamax Roberts: Hip-Hop History from the Bronx to France

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

New video with Rafe and Graham Clark youtu.be/vRQnSeOsrZA?...

Rafe & Graham Clark: Temple, Big Hands and Absent Friends

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

One of the highlights of the last two years — last night I got to sit down with Cozmo D from the legendary Newcleus. 😀 From Manchester to one of the pioneers who helped shape electro and hip-hop. I’m absolutely buzzing where this journey is taking me

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

A very different conversation with electronic music pioneer Man Parrish. Manny speaks openly about childhood trauma, mental health, panic attacks, therapy, grief and learning to live with the past. An incredibly honest conversation. Watch: youtu.be/iWyqkkvLNbk?...

Man Parrish on Trauma, Mental Health and Healing

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

New video with Matt Nickson on Matt and Phreds - make sure you stay till the end for the photos and music 🎵 youtu.be/I_Tj_niT_WI?...

Matt & Phred’s: The Early Years with Matt Nickson

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

NOW AVAILABLE 🎥 Manchester poet Mike Garry joins me for a moving conversation about grief, love, family, faith, poetry and the people we carry with us after they are gone. “Speak their name and they will live.” Watch: youtu.be/TLtVkllmB2k

Mike Garry on Grief, Death, Love and Living Forever

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

New video with Alan Hempsall from Crispy Ambulance youtu.be/_bwKGeBMYWE?...

Alan Hempsall: Crispy Ambulance, Joy Division & Manchester Punk

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

I’m really looking forward to this free Manchester Scene Stories event at Red Arch on Saturday 22 August at 4pm. Joining me will be Connie, whose chapter closes The Clubbers. We’ll be talking about the stories behind the project, Manchester’s music and club culture.

Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

New video with the legend Chameleon Vox youtu.be/5IYw4Mh-ukU?...

Vox (formerly Mark Burgess) : The Chameleons' Script of the Bridge

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

I’m looking forward to a free Manchester Scene Stories event at Red Arch Manchester Come along to hear the stories behind the interviews and books, ask questions, and meet me afterwards. I’ll also be signing books. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1996481896...

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Manchester Scene Stories Live at Red Arch

Join Paul Banks for an evening exploring Manchester Scene Stories. Hear the stories behind the books, ask questions and browse signed copies

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

New video on the Manchester Musicians Collective with Louise Alderman. If you enjoy , please click like and leave a comment on YouTube as it boosts what I’m doing 😀 youtu.be/fvxeZJbGlNM?...

The Manchester Musicians Collective Story | Louise Alderman

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

I’ve updated the cover for Manchester Scene Stories: Book 1 – The Dance Years, bringing it in line with the rest of the series. All four books now share the same identity and can be read in any order. Available now on Amazon in all formats.

Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Sophie Bramly captured the birth of New York hip-hop. At 21, she documented breakdancing, graffiti, the Roxy, Afrika Bambaataa, Grandmaster Flash, the Beastie Boys and the scene before it became a global phenomenon. Watch now: youtu.be/opbDwr5NZuQ?...

Sophie Bramly: Photographing the Birth of New York Hip-Hop

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Got my copy today and I absolutely love it. This is the book I’m most proud of. I’m going to sit down and read it from cover to cover. I’ve spent so much time working on the individual chapters, but I haven’t had the chance to relax and enjoy the book as a complete read until now. 😀

Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Manchester Scene Stories: Book 4 – The Clubbers is now available in paperback. Across 33 first-hand stories, the book follows Manchester club culture from the 1960s to today, covering Northern Soul, punk, electro, hip-hop, Acid House, techno, jungle, drum & bass and more. 📚 amzn.eu/d/02I2AvFL

Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Manchester Scene Stories: Book 4 – The Clubbers is now available. From the coffee bars and basement clubs of the 1960s to today’s grassroots raves, it tells the story of Manchester nightlife through more than 30 first-hand accounts from the people who lived it. amzn.eu/d/09BIhy5V

Manchester Scene Stories Book 4 : The Clubbers eBook : Banks, Paul : Amazon.co.uk

Manchester Scene Stories Book 4 : The Clubbers eBook : Banks, Paul : Amazon.co.uk

Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🎥 New interview now live! Kath McDermott joins Manchester Scene Stories to talk about Manchester’s incredible queer club culture, including the Number One Club, Flesh, Manto, Paradise Factory and Homoelectric, plus her journey to BBC Radio 6 Music. Watch here 👇 youtu.be/E_iPQYcinTA?...

Kath McDermott: Flesh, Paradise Factory & Manchester Nights

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

A little update on Book 4 – Clubbers ❤️ I’ve now finished writing it and can’t wait to share more soon. It’s a celebration of the everyday clubbers whose memories helped create Manchester’s legendary club scene. “Not everyone gets to shine for the masses, but some of us shine for our friends.”

Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Really pleased with the refreshed front & back cover for Manchester Scene Stories: Book 3 – Soul To Jungle 📖 Sometimes a fresh look is all you need. Available now on Amazon 🙌

Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

New video with Neil Barker on Kingbee Records Chorlton , Manchester 😀 youtu.be/D1lD33irYpU?...

King Bee Records: Manchester’s Legendary Record Shop

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Due to England’s World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, I’ve decided to postpone my free Manchester Scene Stories event at Art of Tea, Didsbury until Wednesday 5 August. If you’ve already booked, your ticket remains valid. 🎟️ Details: www.manchesterscenestories.co.uk (or scan the QR code)

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

I’m on All FM 96.9 Manchester Radio between 3pm and 5pm today, chatting about my three books and the Manchester Scene Stories project. If anyone fancies a listen, tune in! 😀📻

Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

New video on punk with Glenn Jones youtu.be/f_nryyMOZ04?...

Manchester Punk: Glenn Jones on The Drones, Magazine & John the Postman

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

My new copies of Manchester Scene Stories: The Indie Years have arrived, and I’m really pleased with how the new cover has turned out. I’ve also redesigned the back to better reflect the stories inside. Available now on Amazon and via my website: www.manchesterscenestories.co.uk

Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

📬 I’ve just added a mailing list to the Manchester Scene Stories website. Be the first to hear about new books, live events and special announcements. No spam. No weekly newsletters. Just the things worth sharing. Sign up here: www.manchesterscenestories.co.uk

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

New video with Stella Grundy from Intastella youtu.be/3tBgYMtao5Q?...

Stella Grundy: Intastella, The Haçienda & Madchester Memories

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

New cover, new description. The Indie Years tells the story of Manchester’s indie music scene through first-hand accounts from Guy Garvey, Martin Moscrop, Alan Hempsall & more. Out now on Amazon 🎸 amzn.eu/d/06UPbfBx

Manchester Scene Stories Book 2 : The Indie Years

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

I’ve combined Manchester Scene Stories: The Dance Years and Manchester Scene Stories: Soul to Jungle into one Kindle-only collection, featuring 60 first-hand stories from Manchester’s underground music culture. £7.99 amzn.eu/d/03Vi2Wtj

Manchester Scene Stories - The Dance Collection: 2 Books in 1 - The Dance Years and Soul to Jungle combined eBook : Banks, Paul: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store

Manchester Scene Stories - The Dance Collection: 2 Books in 1 - The Dance Years and Soul to Jungle combined eBook : Banks, Paul: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Come and meet me at Piccadilly Central Wednesday for my free event - scan the code or click link for free tickets eventbrite.co.uk/e/199118412832…

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Before the Haçienda, Jon DaSilva was a Bowie fan whose life changed after seeing Starman on Top of the Pops. A page from Manchester Scene Stories: Soul to Jungle. 🌐 manchesterscenestories.co.uk

Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

New video with Denise Shaw (was Lloyd) on punk. If people click like and leave a comment on YouTube it boosts the video and helps what I’m doing x youtu.be/fBBHNc3k5cw?...

Manchester Punk 1976/77: Electric Circus, Buzzcocks & Sex Pistols | Denise Shaw

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

A small milestone for Manchester Scene Stories. I’ve finally built a website. It’s fairly simple at the moment, but it gives me one place to share my books, latest videos and upcoming events. You can find it here: www.manchesterscenestories.co.uk

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Manchester Scene Stories memberships are now live on YouTube. For £2.99 a month, members get early access to new interviews before they go public. Thanks to everyone who supports the project.

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

New video with Spencer from Intastella youtu.be/2TBZogKRSfg?...

Spencer Birtwistle: Intastella, The Fall, Reggae & Manchester

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

New video with Donald D on the start of New York Hip Hop and the B Boys . Make sure you stay till the end for the music and rare photos x youtu.be/5SF81IBtFa8?...

Donald D: Bronx Hip-Hop & The B-Boys

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

I’m doing this free event in June if anyone in Manchester fancies it - it’s 25 maximum so please only grab a ticket if you are definitely coming x www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/manchester...

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Manchester Scene Stories Live with Paul Banks

Paul Banks interviewed by Stephen Redshaw. Manchester music stories, audience Q&A and signed books.

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

New video with added music and photos - if people click like and add a comment on YouTube - it boosts the video and what I’m doing x youtu.be/3OwCbSNwIeQ?...

The Beatles, Sale Locarno & 1950s Manchester | Lorraine Birtwistle

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

NEW VIDEO 🎥 At 84 years old, Lorraine shares her memories of Manchester, Stockport and Marple from the 1950s to the 1990s. From teddy boys, dance halls and The Beatles to Intastella, The Haçienda and Manchester nightlife. youtu.be/VrcnbEigyeA?...

Lorraine on 50s Manchester , The Beatles & Intastella

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Paul Banks @paulbscenestories.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

New video with Northern Soul legend Richard Searling youtu.be/As--h3VgHP4?...

Richard Searling: Northern Soul, Wigan Casino & Twisted Wheel

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