This site has been built for Rock fans by Rock fans!  It is the brain child of two people, Little Linda and Oddity, who wanted a place on the Net where they could find everything that a rock fan could possibly want, all in one place.

The name is a tribute to the Mayfair Rock Club in Newcastle upon Tyne (UK) that was closed down on 21st August 1999.

This is a 100% rock music site, we have nothing to do with any shopping centers!

Meet the Team!



Linda (aka. Little Linda)

Likes: Laughing.  Putting a bit of sparkle into people's lives.  Discovering new bands.

Dislikes: Miserable people.  Narrow Mindedness.  Going to clubs and not dancing.

Words to best describe: Mad but Harmless!

Heroes (Musical): Bob Catley, Ric Sanders, Carsten 'Lizard' Schulz, Jorn Lande.

What? Editor-in-Chief and owner of this website.  Due to Steve's commitments with other websites, Linda is also now the web-mistress for this site too. 

In between updating the website, Linda continues to contribute interviews, CD, DVD & gig reviews etc to the Zine.

Can also be found hanging out here ... www.myspace.com/mayfairmall

Barry (aka. Baz)

Likes: Dragonfly clothing, Jack Daniels, Motley Crue, Friends, Boots, Going to gigs, Partying hard!

Dislikes: Daytime job, Insincere music critics

Words to best describe: Sociable, Mischievous.

Heroes (Musical): Nikki Sixx, Phil Lewis, Gary Barden

What? Reviews Editor.  Want a gig, CD or DVD reviewing?  Barry's the man to contact! 

Barry is a seasoned rock reporter who is also a regular writer for the Italian rock magazine 'Melodic Rock Fanzine'.

'Melodic Rock Fanzine' is sponsored by Frontier Records and can be found in all good music stores throughout Italy and Europe.
 

Robb (aka. Bob)

Likes: Decent Music, Ice-cream, Southern Comfort, Newcastle United, Sleeping.

Dislikes: Snobs, Scratters, War, Bullies.

Words to best describe: Canny, Thoughtful, Harmless, Windy!

Heroes (Musical): Pearl Jam, Thunder, Japan, Martin Stephenson.

What? Bob has been a special guest reviewer for the site in the past and has now decided to join us full time.  He will continue to contribute gig and CD reviews to the Zine.

Dave (aka. Brassy)

Likes: Being single, good friends ... and Wine, Women and Rock n' Roll !!!

Dislikes: Loadsa things.

Words to best describe: Bald, overweight and partylovin'.

Heroes (Musical): Journey, Ted Nugent, David Coverdale, Glenn Hughes, Danny Vaughn, Dream Theater, Paul Rodgers, Saxon, Judas Priest, Rory Gallagher, Pink Floyd, Van Halen, House Of Lords, Metallica, Thin Lizzy, the list is endless !!!

What? Brassy has always been an active member of the team in the general hell raising department, however he has finally agreed to join us full time to contribute reviews.

Throughout the 80's and the early 90's Brassy was regarded by many as one of the finest rock DJ's the North East ever had.  His musical knowledge is second to none together with his technical experience which he's gained while working as a sound technician and roadie over the years, all making him a welcome addition to the team.

Meet our Special Guest Reviewers!
 

Retired Co-Founding Member!



Steve (aka. Oddity)

Likes: UV, Smoke machines, Strobe lights, Kung Fu movies/Hong Kong cinema, Monty Python, Horror, Brass Eye.

Dislikes: Pomegranates, Red baseball caps.

Words to best describe: Quiet, Twisted, Hyper, Odd.

What? Steve was the webmaster for the original version of this website.  He is a freelance designer who is available for most commercial design work and he can be contacted via his MySpace page.

He has in the past also contributed interviews, CD and gig reviews to the Zine section of this website.

Steve is currently working on another project:

If you're into the Underground, Hard Dance, Industrial, Noise, Drum & Bass scene then check it out!

Can also be found hanging out here ... www.myspace.com/46505777

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What was 'The Mayfair' and why was it so special that this site was started up in remembrance of it?
A. Located in the heart of the city of Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, The Mayfair was the largest rock club of it's type in the country (at that time).  It was certainly the most famous rock club and was a regular haunt over the years for many of the famous rock stars that originated from the North of England. 

Opened in the 1960's the first bands started to perform at this venue in 1964.  Over the years that followed many bands including Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Ozzy, Metallica, U2, Bon Jovi, all took to the stage and gave the rock fans of the North East of England some fabulous performances.

Sadly all great things must come to an end and on the 21st August 1999 the ballroom opened it's doors for one final time.  At 2.00 am on 22nd August 1999 the final song was played and the crowds of rock fans shed their tears as they joined in the words of Aerosmith's 'Dream On'. 

Many have tried to recapture the unique atmosphere that was The Mayfair since then and all have failed.  It was and always will be unique and no matter what, you can never replace anything that was so perfect.

The Mayfair was my home every Friday and Saturday night from 1986 right up to it's closing day.  It was not simply a club but a major part of our lives.  So many great friends were made during those times.  Nobody gave a damn what you wore, or how you danced, or what bands you favoured.  The only thing that was important was that everyone had a good time and everyone looked out for each other.  They held the best all-nighters in the land too!  The best tribute sites on the net can be found *here*. 

Q. Why is this called 'The Mayfair Mall', why not simply 'The Mayfair'?
A. When this website first started out it was indeed a rock website dedicated in honour of 'The Mayfair' ballroom.  However, at that time we did have a number of shops selling rock orientated products as part of the website, many of them based in the North East of England who appealed to the fans of the old club, hence the 'Mall' being tagged on the end of the title.  The shops have now bloomed in size and all have their own independent websites now.  Since then we've also added the Zine and Gallery sections to the website.

Q. How do I get a link to my website adding to this site?
A. Send us an email, contact details can be found under the Contact page.  Send us a link to your website and tell us a bit about it. 

Here's a few general rules for some of our sections:
Bands -  Sorry but we do not add links to cover or tribute bands.
Events - Official festival websites will be listed.  If we don't show it let us know and we'll add it.  Please remember to tell us if it's a one off festival or a annual event though when you send it in!
Labels - These are official records labels and not online stores.  Generally these are labels that have provided us with material to review, or whose artists have appeared in some shape or form in the Zine section of the website. 
Radio - Official links to radio stations only that (a) feature a rock/metal programme somewhere in their schedule, and (b) stream on line or are available via digital or satellite.

Q. Will you interview my band and/or review our CD?
A. In the first instance email us.  We get a lot of requests to review/interview bands every day.  However, if we like what we hear we will review it in due course.  Again if we think your band have something that might interest our readers then we will consider interviewing you.

Q. I think I might enjoy being a part of the team and contributing articles, are you looking for additional staff?
A. Yeh sure, we are always looking out for enthusiastic individuals to help out with the site.  Drop us an email and tell us why you'd like to join the team and how you'd like to contribute to it's success.  

Q. I just love this website and what you guys are doing.  Is there any way I can help support it by perhaps making a small donation?
A. Why yes indeed, we're totally self financed but we're always happy to accept any donations made towards the cost of running the site.  Simply click on the button shown below ... 

Thank You!

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