The Nightingales

Hare & Hounds 2, Birmingham2 dates

The Prefects had been part of The Clash's 'White Riot Tour' and released a 45 on Rough Trade. The Nightingales formed from the ashes of The Prefects. Described in John Robb's definitive book on post punk as "The misfits' misfits", Nightingales enjoyed cult status in the '80s and were championed by John Peel, who said, "Their performances will serve to confirm their excellence when we are far enough distanced to look at this period rationally and other, infinitely better known, bands stand…