Josef Locke Lyrics

Josef Locke, real name Joseph McLaughlin, was born in Derry, Northern Ireland on 23rd March 1918. He came from a musical family however he was the only one of 9 children to follow a stage career. As a young boy he sang in the local church choir.Aged 16 he joined the British army and within 18 months was promoted to sergeant. He spent sometime as a policeman in Palestine, when he returned home he joined the Royal Ulster Constabulary. he sang in local concerts and gained the nickname "the singing bobby". He got his first break in the Empire Theatre Belfast, had a contract for £7 per week and entertained the audience during scenery changes, he also acted as theatre bagge-man.He took singing lessons with Count John McCormack&#x... read more