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Heinz Burt: The Last Interview

Chris Welch, Repertoire Records, 1999

In 1999 Chris Welch interviewed singer and Tornados bass guitarist Heinz Burt about his early career and final years as a rock'n'roll legend. In this extract from a Repertoire Records CD liner note, Heinz talks about his association with producer Joe Meek and involvement in the shooting incident that ended Joe's life. He also reveals how much fun he had in the crazy days of the '60s British pop music scene.

Total word count of piece: 3855

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