Allkins, Stephen

 

Stephen Allkins

(1960-)

Sydney DJ Stephen Allkins recalls coming out in the 1970s, his passion for music, and his early love for Patchs. Through his exposure to DJs like Bill Morley and the artistic set of the 1970s, Stephen talks about his life in Disco, DJing and Dance Parties. He later recalls the HIV/AIDS crisis and gay activism.

Photo: Supplied/Stephen Allkins

 

Oral history recordings

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APride History GroupDJ, Fort Street High, Patchs, Peter Tully, Dawn O'Donnell, Midnight Shift, Tropicana, Flo's Palace, The Newtown, The Beresford, HIV/AIDS, Bobby Goldsmith Foundation, ACON, CAMP, Stranded, Mardi Gras