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Ian Stuart Donaldson
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| Background information | |
| Also known as | Ian Stuart |
| Born | 11 August 1957 Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, England |
| Origin | Blackpool, Lancashire, England |
| Died | 24 September 1993 (aged 36) Derbyshire, England |
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| Occupation(s) | Musician, singer, songwriter |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1975–1993 |
| Labels | Chiswick, Rock-O-Rama |
Ian Stuart Donaldson (born August 11, 1957 – died September 24, 1993), also known as Ian Stuart, was an English singer. He was famous as the lead singer of the band Skrewdriver. This band became known for playing a type of punk rock music that promoted certain political ideas. Donaldson also helped create a group called Blood & Honour. This group organized concerts and shared music that supported similar political views.
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About Ian Stuart Donaldson
Early Life and Music Beginnings
Ian Stuart Donaldson was born in Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, England. He went to Baines School nearby. There, he met friends Sean McKay, Phil Walmsley, and John Grinton.
Together, they formed a cover band called Tumbling Dice. They played songs by famous groups like the Rolling Stones. In 1975, they started a new band named Skrewdriver. This band became known for attracting some trouble at their concerts.
Skrewdriver and Political Music
After 1979, the first Skrewdriver band members went their separate ways. Ian Stuart Donaldson then formed a new version of Skrewdriver. This new band started writing songs that appealed to people who believed in "white power."
"White power" is a term used by groups who believe that white people are superior to other races. These groups often promote ideas of racial hatred and discrimination. The new Skrewdriver openly supported far-right groups, like the National Front. They also helped raise money for them.
Skrewdriver became well-known for its involvement in the White Nationalist movement. This movement promotes the idea of a white-only society. Their music was part of a style called Rock Against Communism. This was a type of music that promoted far-right political views.
Blood & Honour Network
In 1987, Donaldson and a Skrewdriver roadie named Nicky Crane started Blood & Honour. This was a network that supported groups with certain political beliefs. It helped to share "white power" music and organize concerts.
Other Music Projects
Donaldson was also the leader of two other bands. One was The Klansmen, which played rockabilly music. The other was White Diamond, a hard rock and heavy metal band. He also released several albums on his own.
With Skrewdriver guitarist Stigger (Stephen Calladine), he recorded two albums called Patriotic Ballads. These albums included covers of folk songs. One of these songs was "The Green Fields of France."
His Death
On September 23, 1993, Ian Stuart Donaldson was in a car crash in Derbyshire. He died the next day, at 36 years old.
Discography
Ian Stuart & Rough Justice
- Justice for the Cottbus Six (1992) (Rock-O-Rama)
Ian Stuart & Stigger
- Patriotic Ballads (1991) (Rock-O-Rama)
- Patriotic Ballads II – Our Time Will Come (1992) (Rock-O-Rama)
Skrewdriver
- All Skrewed Up (1977) (Chiswick) (later re-issued as The Early Years w. extra tracks)
- Peel Session (1977) BBC Radio 1
- Back with a Bang (1982) (Rock-O-Rama)
- The Voice of Britain (1983) (Rock-O-Rama)
- Hail the New Dawn (1984) (Rock-O-Rama)
- Blood & Honour (1985) (Rock-O-Rama)
- White Rider (1987) (Rock-O-Rama)
- After the Fire (1988) (Rock-O-Rama)
- Warlord (1989) (Rock-O-Rama)
- The Strong Survive (1990) (Rock-O-Rama)
- Freedom What Freedom (1992) (Rock-O-Rama)
- Hail Victory (1994) (ISD Records)
Solo albums
- No Turning Back (1989) (Rock-O-Rama)
- Slay The Beast (1990) (Rock-O-Rama)
- Patriot (1991) (Rock-O-Rama)
The Klansmen
- Fetch the Rope (LP, 1989 / Klan Records) (CD, 1991 / Rock-O-Rama Records)
- Rebel with a Cause (LP, 1990 / Klan Records) (CD, 1991 / Rock-O-Rama Records)
- Rock 'n' Roll Patriots (LP, 1991 / Klan Records) (CD. 1991 / Rock-O-Rama Records)
Single:
- Johnny Joined the Klan (1989 / Klan Records) (3 Songs from the "Fetch the Rope" LP)
White Diamond
- The Reaper (1991) (Rock-O-Rama)
- The Power & The Glory (1992) (Glory Discs)
See also
In Spanish: Ian Stuart para niños
