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New Documentary Traces Northern Soul, Wigan Casino Fire

5/13/2026

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Alan Byron released a documentary on the northern soul scene from the late 1960s through the 1970s.
The film shows DJs traveling to the United States to collect 7-inch Motown vinyl for northern English clubs.
After the council ended its lease in the late 1970s, the Wigan Casino venue burned down shortly after its all-night dances.
Commentators say northern soul shaped club and rave scenes of the 1990s and beyond.

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Story summary

Alan Byron released a documentary on the northern soul scene from the late 1960s through the 1970s.
The film shows DJs traveling to the United States to collect 7-inch Motown vinyl for northern English clubs.
After the council ended its lease in the late 1970s, the Wigan Casino venue burned down shortly after its all-night dances.
Commentators say northern soul shaped club and rave scenes of the 1990s and beyond.