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North East rock band The Dead Flowers, were arrested by armed police after an office
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North East rock band The Dead Flowers, were arrested by armed police after an office
North East rock band The Dead Flowers, were arrested by armed police after an office worker thought their water pistols were real, rear, l to r, Mike Richardson, Frerank Manseed, Simon Moore and front, l to r, Steven Wild and Steev Oliver 29 June 1988
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the vibrant music scene of the 1980s. The image captures the North East rock band, The Dead Flowers, in a rather unexpected and comical situation. As fate would have it, these talented musicians found themselves at odds with the law after an innocent office worker mistook their harmless water pistols for real guns. The arresting moment is frozen in time as armed police surround the band members who stand together, wearing mischievous smiles on their faces. From left to right at the rear are Mike Richardson, Frerank Manseed, and Simon Moore. At the front row stands Steven Wild and Steev Oliver. This photograph not only encapsulates a memorable incident but also reflects the rebellious spirit that defined rockers of that era. Despite finding themselves in trouble with authorities due to a simple misunderstanding, there is an undeniable sense of camaraderie among these musicians as they face this bizarre turn of events together. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we cannot help but be reminded of how music has always had a unique ability to blur boundaries and challenge societal norms. It serves as a testament to both the power of music as well as our shared human capacity for laughter even in moments tinged with tension.
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