You've Got to Pick a Pocket or Two

Memoirs of Stephen Komlosy, manager of Patti Boulaye.

"I was given this book as a gift, and it turned-out to be an unexpected gem. Autobiographical in nature, it details the early life of Stephen Komlosy, and his move into show business managing the top British pop singers of the 1960s, and becoming responsible for the UK tours of artists as varied as Chuck Berry, the Rolling Stones and the Bee Gees. However, the main focus of the book is on events in and around his management of Lionel Bart, the creator of the hit musical “Oliver”, and specifically what happens on their trip to the USA.  A  colourful set of events ensue during this period, involving both Komlosy’s liaisons, and the debacle of trying to manage an ‘unmanageable’ Lionel Bart.

I would have liked a short epilogue as I had a thirst for knowing “What happened next?” !!

Overall, an interesting and enjoyable read full of insight into the 1960s pop and entertainment scene. Well worth reading, and I look forward to the movie!" - Dominic