Chris Welch was reviewer and critic with "Melody Maker" during the 1960s and 1970s, reporting on the rise of such bands as The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Jimi Hendrix, Traffic, If, as well as Cream. During that time he also reported on the UK jazz scene. A former local newspaper reporter, Welch joined the Melody Maker in 1964. He was later assistant editor of "Musicians Only" and editor of "Metal Hammer". Wikipedia
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