The Nightingales
The Grove, Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Address 1 Saint Michael's Road, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1QU, United KingdomDetails
Formed in 1979 by members of early punk group The Prefects, Birmingham post-punk band The Nightingales are led by frontman Robert Lloyd. Championed by BBC Radio 1 DJ John Peel, the group built a strong cult following through their angular sound and extensive radio sessions. Following a 2004 reunion, their enduring legacy was highlighted in the 2021 feature documentary King Rocker.