The iconic venue in Talbot Road brings back so many memories for people and this latest collection of photos are from Steve Lynton – stage name DJ Steve Martell’s own collection. Steve was the driving force behind the success of Rumours at its height and was responsible for attracting stars of music and stage to the venue. He said: “It took me two years to sell the Rumours idea which I had in the 1970s but it holds so many memories for people.” Steve now lives in Nerja, Spain. These pictures are mainly from the 80s with a couple from later years…
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1. Rumours 80s
This is when Black Lace performed at Rumours. At the time they were Number 2 in the charts with Agadoo. They were one of the many stars of music, stage and screen to perform at the nightclub Photo: Steve Lynton




5. Rumours 80s
Lewis Collins from the Professionals and Who Dates Wins with Steve Lynton. Steve says the actor was always up for a night out after finishing work Photo: submit
