Eight Miles Low

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Rock musicologist and part-time media studies tutor, Brian Appleton attempts to assert his rightful place in the music history books. Brian charts the beginnings of his influence on the rock world when, as a young boy, he met apprentice gravedigger Rod Stewart in London’s Highgate cemetery. With the help of a maggot, Brian gave Rod the idea for his hit Maggie May... Six-part series of comedy lectures by the rock musicologist who claims he was there at some of the biggest moments. Written and performed by Graham Fellows. Producer: Dawn Ellis First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2001.