Long After Tonight Is All Over by John Broadley

For the better part of the 1970s, an unassuming venue in Wigan was the spiritual home to the UK’s Northern Soul scene, with its DJs spinning rare soul tunes for fans – and dancers – which they’d sourced from around the globe.

Till the early hours of a Sunday morning, fans converged each week to hear firm favourites and new imported records, perfecting their moves in this otherwise non-musical venue. A blaze of talcum powder, sports holdalls sharp style and even sharper moves, the scene was truly one of celebration and joy.

London-based illustrator, John Broadley rose to prominence as a maker of limited edition hand-made books and comics. With his highly intricate approach, John’s detailed illustrations draw inspiration from Mid 20th Century artists, such as Edward Bawden, Eric Ravilious and John Nash, but also the handmade, slightly chaotic underground pop zines from the 60s through to the 90s.