Making musical history

When the words Dartford and music are mentioned in the same sentence The Rolling Stones spring immediately to most people’s minds.

But a lesser known piece of the Kent’s musical heritage has been highlighted by the unveiling of a commemorative plaque.

The Vox factory in Dartford Road made world-famous Vox AC30 amplifiers, used by stars such as The Beatles and The Stones, and also manufactured electric organs and guitars.

The amp was invented by sound engineer Dick Denney, born in Belvedere in 1921, and produced with his friend, music entrepreneur Tom Jennings.

The Rolling Stones have their own plaque, at Dartford Station, where Richards and Jagger rekindled their friendship in 1961.