Cher and Christine

[Macfan4life]

Originally Posted by sue

Mmmm..no not quite.
It was the birthplace of the Industrial revolution, consequently there were many chimneys from foundries and factories polluting the atmosphere…causing discolouration of buildings.
Also coal mining was prevalent in the Birmingham area both underground and open cast….
Hence the name Black country
Obviously both are now part of history but the name stuck.
(Though I prefer your description)

BTW, in 1986 Steve's hit Freedom Overspill I would always imagine Chris singing it. The organ and his mannerisms how he sings the song let alone they have a similar sound.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xgva5e6UAsw&t=162s