When Merthyr Tydfil learned to rock: Celebrating a rich musical history

An exhibition in Merthyr Tydfil's Red House has launched to celebrate the bands who played in the town during the 50s and 60s.

The area was home to more than a dozen bands in the Sixties, and hosted gigs from some of the biggest artists of the day.

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The project, led by Prof Paul Carr from the University of South Wales, encouraged people who were part of the music scene or attended gigs to share their memories.

Frank Janes and his wife Irene contributed photos and their stories from the time to the project.

Frank played guitar in Chapter Five, who gigged in the town and surrounding area regularly.

The project was organised by Prof Paul Carr from the University of South Wales.

Though the town hosted gigs by Pink Floyd, Herman's Hermits and the Small Faces, he particularly wanted to celebrate the homegrown bands from the area.

The Lost Musical Memories of Merthyr Tydfil exhibition runs until February 24.