This episode delves into the disturbing allegations against Tam Paton, the former manager of the Bay City Rollers, and how his actions severely impacted the band members and tarnished the legacy of the iconic '70s group. Using excerpts from an STV News documentary, Paton's Wikipedia entry, and a 2009 obituary from The Independent, the story uncovers a pattern of exploitation, manipulation, and systemic abuse within Paton's sphere. Accounts from victims, including band members Les McKeown and Pat McGlynn, highlight their traumatic experiences under Paton's control. The episode also discusses other known abusers in Paton's circle, alongside Paton's minimal legal repercussions, to shed light on the broader issues of abuse and exploitation in the music industry, emphasising the importance of giving a voice to the victims.

Tom and Simon will discuss this and the rest of this weeks episode in this Sunday's episode.

00:00 Introduction to the Bay City Rollers

00:16 Unveiling the Dark Side: Tam Paton Allegations

01:09 Tam Paton's Early Life and Rise

02:00 The Carefully Crafted Image of the Bay City Rollers

02:38 Disturbing Revelations from the STV Documentary

04:01 Les McKeown's Tragic Story

05:00 Pat McGlynn's Harrowing Experience

05:54 The Dark Side of Fame: Addiction and Struggles

06:29 Dismissal and Denial: Paton's Reaction

06:50 Uncovering a Network of Abuse

07:14 The BBC Connection: More Disturbing Revelations

07:37 Exploitation for Fame: The Chris Denning Incident

07:59 A Pattern of Abuse: Convictions and Consequences

08:38 A Legacy of Darkness: Paton's Final Years

09:26 Unanswered Questions and Final Thoughts

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