Jeff Dexter

Jeff Dexter is a legendary British DJ, producer, and cultural figure whose influence helped shape the sound and spirit of London’s swinging 1960s and 1970s. Born in 1946, Dexter was one of the earliest club DJs in Britain, famed for his work at London venues like Middle Earth, UFO, and the Roundhouse, where he introduced psychedelic and progressive rock to new audiences. He managed and promoted acts including America and worked closely with figures such as Marc Bolan and the early Pink Floyd. Known for his impeccable taste and his role as compère at major festivals like the Isle of Wight and Phun City, Dexter bridged the worlds of fashion, youth culture, and music. Charismatic and deeply connected to the countercultural movement, Jeff Dexter remains an enduring icon of the era that revolutionised British pop culture and live performance.