Identity area
Reference code
BXB/1/1/ATT
Title
Attila the Stockbroker
Date(s)
- 1992 (Creation)
Level of description
Subseries
Extent and medium
1 box
Context area
Name of creator
(1957)
Biographical history
John Baine (21 October 1957, Southwick, Sussex, England), better known by his stage name Attila the Stockbroker, is a punk poet, and a folk punk musician and songwriter. He performs solo and as the leader of the band Barnstormer. He describes himself as a "sharp tongued, high energy social surrealist poet and songwriter." He has performed over 2,700 concerts, published six books of poems, and released 30+ recordings (CDs, LPs and singles).
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Consists of letters and proofs relating to the published poetry works of Attila the Stockbroker.