Who's your team and how did you first start supporting them?
I have 2 teams I know people say you can’t but born in Cleethorpes I went to Grimsby games from a very early age & that was where I first got into the causal scene. The area is a hotbed of fans who followed Grimsby but also had old school first division teams and mine was Everton from Bob Latchford days 1979 after they played Grimsby. I have been a season ticket holder following Everton for 36 years home and away.
When and why did you first get in to Casual culture?
I would say I went from my MOD SKA days slipping into the casual world in 1981 (13 yrs old) when I was at senior school from Fred Perrys, I got my first Pringle jumper to go over the top Adidas samba, Patrick cagoule and went from there really.
In your opinion who/where did casual start?
This will always force an argument north v south but travelling the country following not just my teams but going to games which you knew were going to be a good day out I would say Northwest all day long. I know this is documented in videos and books & friend in the south would argue the case, but the northwest was ahead of the game, but I also think different labels found home in different parts of the country. I am married to a Kent girl, and she says knowing my background that she cannot remember lads at her school been into the labels like the North.
Favourite piece of terrace attire?
You could not keep up with the change in labels the scene changed so quickly of what was in ad what was out. Strange one my Benetton rugby shirt I wore to death it was never off my back, I hunted for years and picked the blue & the green one up when Selfridges re issues them about 4 years ago. I had a few lovely Armani jumpers with the GA eagle on the sleeve that was classic casual. But then my first Stone Island jacket in 1985 blew me away and started a strange love affair.
Least favourite trend you've witnessed on the terraces?
Leather & Suedes, Strange one I remember Chelsea coming to Grimsby and a big firm arrived on the Friday night all in these market stall mash ups. Pleased to see that they stayed down south in the main :)
I believe you're a bit of a collector, what is your most prized possession?
A few of my Stone Island jackets fall into that category, Hard to single one out. The Scarabeo smock I love, Great colour and design. Often get offers to buy it from me.
Is there anything you would love to own but just can't get your hands on it?
A couple of the really early 82 pieces especially an original Tela Stella
You mainly collect Stone Island pieces. Why Stone Island in particular?
I first went in 84/85 to Milan, it may sound cliche but having been a mod with scooters when I was there, I saw gatherings of young lads and lasses in lots of bright coloured clothes and then I saw a couple of lads wearing coats with this badge on the sleeve. I found this store the next day with a couple of jackets in the window and recognised the badge. Knowing nothing I spoke with a guy in the store and told me a bit about the label. By then we were wearing Italian sportswear and a bit of Armani, but it was my first time coming across stone island. I bought this 3/4 length cream jacket and keep it for years.
There's a lot of newer independent clothing labels popping up all the time. Anything that struck you that stands out from the rest?
I've got to know a couple of lads who have started their own labels, one called Grand Alliance & one called Project North, I love the stories behind both brands and have got a few pieces, Go and check them out very much a link to casual culture and nice items.
In our opinion the music has always been an important part of Terrace Culture. What would be your favourite tunes for a match day?
I have such an eclectic music taste right across the board, from my SKA MOD days, Reggie, but then late 80s Stone Roses arrived. My left leg tattoo is dedicated to the band but again that whole Northwest music scene from Joy Division, New order, Echo & the Bunnymen, The Farm, then to Happy Mondays, Oasis & Liam & Noels solo careers, The Knebworth gig in the summer with Liam was immense, Stone Roses must have seen 25 plus times.
Do you have a favourite album/single of all time?
The Stone Roses remastered, Oasis Time Flies,
Favourite band/artist?
Stone Roses/ Oasis/Liam Gallagher
Any bands/artist that you feel are part of Terrace Culture?
All of above mentioned I think those down south would chuck Blur & the Clash in (Do like London calling) Got to mention The Jam too.
The Northwest has been a hot spot for music for quite a while. Any local up and coming bands you can recommend?
Not sure if it's my age it like my record needle has stuck. Music like the casual clothes scene is not the same. Too much manufactured music without the graft for me now so I'm stuck in a time warp.
Did you get into the dance music scene in the late 80's/ early 90’s?
We had a nightclub called the Flam(ingo) in Cleethorpes and would also go the Hull Lexington Avenue or Black Orchid in Nottingham. It was all about George Benson and Luthor Vandross Prince etc
On to a bit about the football.... sum up your team's season so far.
Grimsby promoted to league 2, Some great away days in the national league, Bit inconstant but transitioning slowly. Everton Well where do you start, Since Moyes bad manager after bad manager. Rafa was the worst football decision ever but with Frank, I actually like him, we already have people calling for his head, but the problem is within the boardroom. I think Moshiri will sell, and I would like Frank to be given time & backing. Fingers crossed we stay up.
Do you still attend games regularly?
Yes 80% of them, refuse to step foot in Anfield so that gets the boot every season and sometimes a work travel commitment.
A lot of fans have been drawn towards lower/non-league football recently. Anyone else you follow?
I think that is explained above, Now the World Cup is on I will be looking at Cambridge away in the cup and Wimbledon away with the Mariners.
Any views on this year's World Cup in Qatar?
Absolute farce. I've been to World cups and Euros in the past. No interest in this event whatsoever How it was ever allowed is beyond belief.
Sum up Modern football in one sentence.
Money driven PLC business. I can’t divorce my club but take me back to pre 92 anyway of the week, & Everton were half decent then too :)
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