Look at the legends who graced stages in South Shields and Jarrow.
The famous Jimi Hendrix gig at the New Cellar was only one of the many highlights.
Others included Eric Clapton and Cream at the same venue, Gerry & The Pacemakers at Club Franchi in Jarrow, and Lulu and The Luvvers at Club Latino in Crossgate in South Shields.
Have a look at a list of some truly amazing live shows.
In case you missed it;
1. A week of Gerry & The Pacemakers
One of the earliest Merseybeat bands, Gerry & The Pacemakers did a week-long stint at Club Franchi in Jarrow. Membership to the club was one guinea. Photo: Getty Images. | Getty Images
2. Golden times with Eddie
Eddie Calvert and his golden trumpet were top of the bill at La Strada in South Shields in 1966. He did turns at 9pm and a Sunday lunch cabaret at 1pm. | nw
3. A star on stage
Also on in South Shields in 1966 was Dickie Valentine who was appearing at Club Latino. | other 3rd party Photo: other 3rd party
4. Lulu had loads of South Tyneside fans
Lulu and The Luvvers were another of the acts to grace the stage at Club Latino in Crossgate in South Shields. (Pic: Cyril Maitland/Daily Express/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) | Getty Images Photo: Cyril Maitland