In 1989 showband king, Dave Glover, came into the Radio Ulster studios to chat to Sam McAughtry about his childhood and career. The youngest of 4 brothers, who all played musical instruments, Dave's choice was the trumpet. He was involved in music from a young age and played in several different bands.

He served his time as a turner at Shorts and Harlands in Belfast. However when he was 21 he took the decision to become a professional musician, playing firstly for the "Bob Robinson" band at Belfast's Floral Hall, before going on to set up his own band - the "Dave Glover Show Band".

The great days of the showbands, and the reason for their demise, are recalled in "Recollections: Dave Glover" ( broadcast on 14th August 1989).

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