As much a gig as it is now stuff of myth and folklore, an estimated 40 people paid 50p to see a band that would change their lives and send shockwaves throughout the music world. The entire history of Manchester music of the past 45 years can be traced to this gig.

Pamela ‘Jordan’ Rooke, Infamous Sex Pistols groupie

Peter Hook, future Joy Division & New Order bassist

Steve Diggle, Buzzcocks member

John Berry, audience member

David Nolan, music writer

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