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Jimi Hendrix

A brief history of Jimi Hendrix’s humble beginnings in the Toon!!

It was 1966 when Chas chandler, a lad from Newcastle, discovered Jimi Hendrix playing in a New York bar called Café Where Chas was on his final tour with The Animals in the States and quickly flew the guitarist to London to form the Jimi Hendrix Experience.

Mike Jeffrey, the former boss of the Club Agogo in Percy Street, Newcastle, was brought in as manager. Jimi’s first visit to the north east was in January 1967, but it wasn’t for a performance. Instead, it was for a late-night drinking session at Chas Chandlers house in Heaton.

legend has it that Jimi even took to the streets and busked on Chillingham Road!

In February 1967, Jimi and his band played the New Cellar Club in South Shields, and the following month they appeared at the Club Agogo in Newcastle. it was at the Agogo where Jimmy Nail, who was in the audience, claimed that Jimi put his guitar through the ceiling and continued playing it while it hung there!

On December 4, 1967, Jimi performed at Newcastle City Hall. despite major technical problems, he managed to tear the place apart,” according to Chas Chandler.

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Wor Flags – Champions League Plans Revealed!

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Wor Flags - Newcastle United NUFC Interview

We met with Wor Flags – a follow up interview from our video with them last year where they reveal their Champions League plans, discuss the Newcastle United Documentary, their Andrew Cushin song and appeal for your help, you can see the video below….

 

 

 

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STAFF REVEAL ALL! Working at one of the UK’s MOST HAUNTED LOCATIONS Chillingham Castle – WATCH VIDEO!

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Chillingham Castle - a UKS most Haunted location

Nestled amidst the serene landscapes of Northumberland, England, lies a medieval fortress that has long captured the imagination of history enthusiasts and ghost hunters alike. Chillingham Castle, a structure with a rich and haunting history, stands as a testament to centuries of human drama and suffering. With its ghostly reputation and tales of paranormal activity, Chillingham Castle has earned its place as one of the most haunted locations in the United Kingdom.

 

We visited the haunted castle to speak to the staff who have worked there for years to not only to get their stories to see if there was any real truth behind the stories as well as asking them stories of customer stories all whilst giving us a tour of the castle – we had to split this into two shocking videos as it was so fascinating we did not want to miss anything. See below and follow our YouTube channel for more local videos… See below more of the haunted history of the castle……

 

 

 

 

A Medieval Masterpiece

Chillingham Castle’s history dates back to the 12th century when it was originally constructed as a monastery. Over the years, the castle underwent numerous renovations and expansions, eventually transforming into a formidable medieval fortress. Its striking stone walls, towers, and drawbridge evoke a sense of awe and wonder, but beneath its picturesque exterior lies a dark and mysterious past.

The Grey Lady and Other Ghostly Residents

One of the most famous apparitions said to haunt Chillingham Castle is the Grey Lady, believed to be the spirit of Lady Mary Berkeley. Lady Mary was a noblewoman who lived during the 17th century and was married to Lord Grey of Wark. Legend has it that Lady Mary died tragically, and her restless spirit has since been seen wandering the castle’s halls in a flowing grey gown. Witnesses have reported eerie encounters with her ghostly figure, often accompanied by a sudden drop in temperature and an overwhelming feeling of unease.

The Torture Chamber

One of the darkest chapters in Chillingham Castle’s history lies hidden beneath its stone walls—the infamous torture chamber. During the medieval period, this chamber was used to interrogate and torture prisoners in the most gruesome ways imaginable. The tormented souls of those who suffered in this chamber are said to still linger within its confines. Visitors have reported hearing agonizing screams, moans, and the rattling of chains, all echoing from the castle’s dark past.

The Blue Boy

Another chilling legend surrounding Chillingham Castle involves the ghost of a young boy, known as the Blue Boy. This apparition is said to appear in one of the castle’s bedrooms, where a hidden room was discovered behind a wooden panel. The Blue Boy’s identity remains a mystery, but his presence is marked by eerie blue lights, strange noises, and an unsettling feeling of being watched.

The Haunting Atmosphere

Beyond these well-known specters, Chillingham Castle exudes an eerie atmosphere that has captivated paranormal investigators for decades. Visitors have reported a sense of unease and a feeling of being constantly watched. Some have even experienced unexplained phenomena such as flickering lights, mysterious shadows, and ghostly voices echoing through the halls.

Investigations and Paranormal Activity

Chillingham Castle has become a hotspot for paranormal investigations and has been featured on various television programs, including “Most Haunted” and “Ghost Hunters International.” Investigators have used advanced equipment to capture evidence of ghostly activity, including electronic voice phenomena (EVP) recordings and photographs capturing unexplained apparitions.

 

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Newcastle United Fans Clash with Sports Washing Protesters – See video

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Newcastle United Fans Clash with Protesters - See video

We were at the first Saudi International football match to be played at St James Park on the 8th September where Saudi Arabia played Costa Rica.

The match was controversial as normally home international games are played at their own country however it a sign of the strengthening relationship with Saudi Arabia and Newcastle united in a move that is beneficial for both parties with Newcastle United able to bring in more income and therefore more allowance for FFP as well as increasing a NUFC fanbase internationally and in Saudi.

At the event were Newcastle Sports Washing Group – as well as our usual speaking to fans before the game we spoke to two of them, the head of the organisation and then also we captured footage which saw a confrontation between NUFC fans and the sports washing group – we managed to get their response to what their ambitions were.

We would note this was a very small group and protest but were getting national coverage as Sky Sports and others were interviewing them. The Saudi fans that we spoke to either did not want to talk about the controversy or mentioned how its unfair that the spot light is in Saudi when there are so much wrongs all over the world from other countries. We have out two videos below, let us know in the YouTube videos comment section our thoughts – we read and respond to all comments and follow our You Tube channel for not only NUFC content but everything NUFC with lots of great local videos..

 

 

 

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