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DJ Tallulah | |
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![]() Tallulah (left) with Steve Strange in 1983 | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Martyn Allam |
Born | 1948 Hamburg, Germany |
Died | 28 March 2008 Ladbroke Grove, London, England | (aged 59–60)
Genres | |
Occupation | DJ |
Instrument | Turntable |
Years active | 1972–2008 |
Labels | 99 Degrees |
Website | DJ Tallulah |
Martyn Allam (1948 – 28 March 2008), known professionally as Tallulah, was a German-born, London-based, British DJ, recording artist, producer, and club promoter. Tallulah's music career spanned from 1972 until his death in 2008.
Tallulah was at the heart of London's club scene for more than 40 years, 35 years of those as a DJ, alternative performer, club and bar promoter, and personality.[1] His lifestyle and career linked him to figures such as playwright Joe Orton and Orton's partner, actor Kenneth Williams and DJ Kenny Everett.[2] His career also included jobs as a restaurateur, and hotel manager.