But which group have you enjoyed on a South Tyneside night out in times gone by?
And do these retro scenes bring back happy memories of great evenings out with friends.
Take a look at our retro selection and see how many of these wonderful acts you have seen over the years.
5. A perfect reminder of Prysm
South Shields band Prysm were launching their EP at Trocaderos in 2015 and here they are. Photo: Stu Norton
6. Rocking to a competition win
Harton Comprehensive School's pop group Marble Index won a Rock School competition in conjunction with the BBC in 1982. Remember them? Photo: Shields Gazette
7. A reminder from 2003
Bar Pukka manager Emma Smith with Random Guy band members Adam Barber and Ben Marshall. This one takes us back to 2003. Photo: TR
8. It's a reminder from 1983
Members of the band Imago pictured 37 years ago. Photo: Shields Gazette
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