Work : New Job 1970 (Debut of "Bay City Rollers")
Work : Contracts, agreements 1971 (Signed with Bell Records)
Work : Fired/Laid off/Quit June 1977 (Leaves the band, age 26) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Family trauma 1995 (Alan has a heart attack)
Family trauma 1 February 1997 (Alan has a stroke, blood clot in the brain) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Scottish rock musician, drummer and one of the founding members, with his brother Alan, of the band, "Bay City Rollers." The original group formed while the brothers were still in school, performing at local gigs and approached by Tam Paton who recognized their talent and becomes their manager; choosing the groups name by sticking a pin in a map of the U.S. They signed to Bell Records in 1971, toured extensively throughout the UK, but received their highest popularity in Japan. Alan left the band in April 1976 and Derek left in June 1977 to become a nurse in Edinburgh. The remainder of the band dissolved around 1978. The bands manager, Tam Paton, was sentenced to three years in prison in 1982 for gross indecency to teen boys. In 1990, varying band members reunited for an annual concert in Japan. In 2000, Longmuir was sentenced to 300 hours of community service for possession of child pornography. His foster son stated in an interview that he had been set up by an obsessed American fan who mailed him the material a few days before it was discovered. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Derek Longmuir, born on March 19, 1951, in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, is a former drummer of the Scottish pop band the Bay City Rollers. The band achieved massive success during the 1970s, becoming one of the most popular pop acts of the time. Derek is known for his role in the band during its peak years and contributed to their distinctive sound and energetic performances.
As of recent updates, Derek Longmuir has largely remained out of the public eye, choosing to live a life away from the music industry's limelight. He has not been involved in any major public projects or appearances in the last few years. This decision reflects his desire for privacy and a quieter lifestyle.
Derek Longmuir does not maintain a public presence on social media platforms. This absence from social media aligns with his preference for privacy. Fans of the Bay City Rollers often share memories and music from the band's heyday on various fan-created pages and groups.
While Derek has not been involved in any recent public projects, the legacy of the Bay City Rollers continues to be celebrated by fans worldwide. Tribute bands and nostalgia tours keep the spirit of the Rollers alive, and Derek's contributions to the band are fondly remembered by those who experienced their music during its peak.
The Bay City Rollers, with Derek as a key member, left a lasting impact on the pop music scene of the 1970s. Known for hits like "Saturday Night" and "Bye Bye Baby," the band's catchy tunes and distinctive style influenced a generation of musicians and fans. Derek's drumming was an essential part of the band's sound, helping to drive their energetic performances.
Though Derek Longmuir has chosen a life away from the public eye, his contribution to music through the Bay City Rollers remains significant. While he may not be active publicly, his legacy lives on through the enduring popularity of the band's music and the fond memories of fans around the world.