J. C. Scatter

J. C. Scatter was the best-known stage name of James Cosgrove from Byker. His early recording of The Blaydon Races, documented in 1909, helped carry the song into the gramophone age. His performances helped introduce the song to a new generation of listeners.

He continued performing into the 1940s. One of his acts featured him dressed as a female fruit seller, singing his Orange Lass song.