The great and unwashed rock gods of the Isle of Man took part in a revamped end-of-year party that helped remember the legacy of a former influential figure in the island’s music scene.

’Mo Maddrell’s Bitching Party’ took place in the Promenade Suite at the Villa Marina on Saturday and featured a host of some of the best known local groups and musicians.

The ’Bitching Party’ was a once annual affair, organised by the late Phil Maddrell, who was an instrumental figure in the island’s music scene during the 70s, 80s and 90s.

The parties were legendary in their day, and gave an excuse for musicians to have a drink, a whinge and a bitch with each other while listening to each other’s bands.

Headlining the night were the ska covers group Buncha Skankers, who turned the dance floor into a bouncing, seething sweaty mess of people who happily danced to songs by Madness, Bad Manners and many more classic ska and Two-Tone sings.

Before them came a thunderous set by the AC/DC covers group Little Bit O’Rosie and Pearl Jam tribute band Lost Dogs, with dance rockers Dusty Plankton also delivering a storming sets.

In contrast, the night began with the laid back sounds of acoustic groups Birds and the Beards and Poster Girl and the electro-pop duo Jules Verne Theory.

A mock awards ceremony saw trophies given to bassist Johnny Galbraith for the best band prefect and to fellow four-stringer Dick Raine, for being the year’s legendary band Grandad.

Nell received a prize for his unique fashion sense and style, Skankers singer Andy Marshall won Diva of the year and Johnny Peacock was highlighted for playing with as many bands as possible.

A serious award was presented to fellow soundman Anglin Buttimore, who received a trophy in recognition to his long years of service to those in the music scene.

Organiser Ant Palfreman said that the event raised more then £2,000 for the Manx Stroke Association.