'Freak or smoothy?' is a semi-fictionalised autobiography which tells the story of John Kruse's involvement in student rock bands in Barnsley in the mid to late 1970s. It looks at the scene from which Saxon and Danse Society later rose to national prominence. The book will resonate with those interested or involved in the 70s music scene, whether heavy metal or Northern Soul. It deals with all the trials and tribulations of young bands- choosing a...