To mark its enduring popularity, a remastered vinyl reissue of the original Pinball album was released in August 2025.
Legendary musician Paul Weller recorded a version of "Pinball" for his 2025 covers album, Find El Dorado .
Now 81, Brian is still writing and recording, with a remastered vinyl reissue of his debut album Pinball due in August. Apple Podcasts Paul Weller - Facebook Brian Protheroe Pinball
Upon its release, "Pinball" reached number 22 on the UK Singles Chart.
Brian Protheroe on the eternal life of his 1974 hit “Pinball” Word In Your Ear YouTube• Aug 16, 2025 To mark its enduring popularity, a remastered vinyl
Watch Brian Protheroe discuss the lasting impact of his 1974 hit and its recent reimagining by Paul Weller:
Protheroe wrote the song while living in a friend's flat in Covent Garden . At the time, he was primarily working as an actor and wrote the song after being signed by Chrysalis Records based on music he performed in a play. Apple Podcasts Paul Weller - Facebook Upon its
The song has seen a significant revival in 2025 due to a high-profile cover: