Bert was possibly the first person to play the electric guitar in this country, having first been tought classical. This was the only tuition he could find, but always wanted to play the new American music. He was in huge demand in the 50's and 60's for recording and playing live. He even had minor hits of his own.
Bert was a staunch supporter of the Grand Order of Water Rats, a big variety charity, and for whose work Bert was awarded the OBE. He was made King Rat for 1992 and this was announced at the Annual Ball in November 1991 at which we just happened to be invited. Alison swears it was only because I was drunk that I went and obtained his autograph and had a little chat. What a great guy.
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