Rocking Surrey: History of Suburban Rock and Roll with music journalist Neil Mach
Neil Mach
- Region:
- South East
- Notice Period:
- Emergency (maybe less than one week's notice)
- Type:
- author
- Fee:
- Expensed: sensible contribution towards travel expenses is welcome but is voluntary
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 1st September 2024
- Tagged:
- Rock Music | Surrey History | Surrey Rock | Suburban History
Rocking Surrey: A History of Suburban Rock ‘n’ Roll with English author Neil Mach
‘Rockin’ Surrey’ native Neil Mach enjoys bragging about being born in the same year as the opening of The Cavern Club, Elvis’s legendary Jailhouse rock, and the fortuitous meeting of Lennon & McCartney at a church fete.
During his early school years, Neil received training in ballet, tap dancing, and stage performance. As a result, he made appearances on stage and in numerous renowned musicals.
In the early years of the disco ‘revolution’ in the mid-1970s, Neil established a mobile disco with his friends from Surrey. Their disco was a triumph!
Neil transitioned into rock writing after leaving public service and has since gained global recognition as a talented author/journalist. He established the ‘Rock Pen’ school to mentor aspiring music writers and has contributed to numerous respected magazines, newsletters, and blogs. Neil has attended countless music festivals and concerts, written thousands of reviews, and interviewed many renowned figures from various music genres.
In 2021, he conducted research and curated a highly acclaimed exhibition on the ‘Coronation Charts’ - the pioneering pop charts in British music history that emerged during Queen Elizabeth II’s ascent to the throne. The exhibition was accompanied by an informative talk.
In 2024, he successfully curated a pop-up exhibition that highlighted rock & pop in 1969.
The author’s 45-60 minute illustrated talk, Rocking Surrey: A History of Suburban Rock ‘n’ Roll, uncovers why the County of Surrey has been a hub for rock artists.
He provides an explanation for why he believes leafy suburbia has produced such talented individuals. Surrey has been home to the world’s greatest musicians, from punk rock legends to progressive rock heroes, and even supergroups like the Beatles and the Rolling Stones.
This talk will definitely make audiences laugh and reminisce, and they'll be amazed at some of the connections this speaker uncovers.
Prepare to be amazed by the personal history of popular music and unexpected revelations in his Rocking Surrey talk.
Links: https://www.facebook.com/author.neilmach https://www.neilmachauthor.com
Views: 601 | Enquiries: 4About Neil Mach
Neil Mach is considered highly skilled in the art of public speaking.
It doesn’t matter how big or small your audience is! The author has delivered speeches to audiences of various sizes and ages, ranging from theatres to living rooms, and from care homes to first schools.
With over 20 books written, Neil is not only a published author but also a multi-time NaNoWriMo champion. Neil describes himself as a ‘hippy grandad!’’
His home is located in Surrey, England, by the River Thames.
In National Novel Writing Month, he guides new writers in a well-structured mentoring initiative.
After retiring from public service, Neil became an internationally recognized author/journalist in the music industry. He founded the ‘Rock Pen’ school to nurture aspiring music writers and has made valuable contributions to various esteemed publications, newsletters, and blogs.
During 2021, he curated an exhibition that was highly acclaimed and delivered a talk on the ‘Coronation Charts’, which marked the beginning of pop charts in British music history.
In 2024, he arranged a temporary exhibition focused on Led Zeppelin in 1969. He later conducted presentations on the same subject.
Neil makes regular appearances on TV and is a frequent guest on radio and podcasts.
Don’t miss Neil’s fascinating 45–60 minute illustrated talk exploring the question, “What is Fantasy Fiction?” In his entertaining talk, the author explores the “need” for fantasy creation in humans and explains the fundamental definitions of the genre. He delves into questions like: What makes up the key element of fantasy? What is fantasy fiction? What is liminality? What is a liminoid experience? What’s the difference between myth and fairytale? What is the definition of magical? What is the difference between high fantasy and low fantasy?
The author is delighted to offer engaging & meaningful slideshow presentations to associations, care homes, book groups, schools, libraries, community centres, and societies across Surrey and Thames Valley area. If you need him quickly, the author is often available at short notice.
The author is aware of the financial constraints of small community groups and associations, so offers his illustrated talks for free, but would appreciate a reasonable contribution towards his travel expenses.
Neil brings mementos, artifacts, and ephemera with him to aid in triggering audience memories. He also provides his own equipment.
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https://www.facebook.com/author.neilmach
https://www.neilmachauthor.com/
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Significant podcast episodes:
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josiane-fortin7/episodes/80-Where-Fantasy-Authors-Ought-to-Begin-e1igc4n/a-a2ks2ah
https://www.spreaker.com/user/tomreaoch/neil-mach-author-so-you-want-to-write-fa
TV appearances:
The Repossible Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fStjDjkV9M&t=114s&pp=ygUJbmVpbCBtYWNo
The Self Publishing Queen
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMmaTR7SSZ0&t=16s&pp=ygUJbmVpbCBtYWNo
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