Helen Chase

Helen Chase is both an author and teacher. Born in Bradford she now happily lives near Newcastle upon Tyne. A key element of Helen's writing is her in-depth and personal interviews with band members, managers, record company executives, producers and fans. Helen is also the author of the beautifully designed, illustrated and critically acclaimed Magazine.

With unique access to the band and interviews with the great and the good of the 1980s and iconic musicians of today, Helen Chase presents a riveting insight into the world of punk and beyond. Placing the band in the context of the Manchester music scene she explains why the band is still highly regarded.