Do you remember the last solar eclipse in Portsmouth?
In 1999 virtually the whole of the country came to a standstill in the mid morning for the total eclipse, as day briefly became dusk.
In Portsmouth, Power FM - which would later become was Capital South Coast - held Power in the Dark at the Bandstand on Southsea Common.
The four-hour free show, which started at 8am and ran until midday, was hosted by Power FM's Des Paul and the breakfast crew of Rick Jackson and Ana Schofield, adn saw a line-up that included girl soul trio Fierce, Seafruit, Dove, BB Mak and Technique.
Before the event DJ Rick Jackson - a long-time News columnist - said: “We are all looking forward to taking part in this once-in-a-lifetime experience. There's no point in flocking to Cornwall with two million others when you can witness the event right here - with some brilliant music as well.”
Steve Spurgin has kindly shared his pictures of the event, and you can see them here alongside other News pictures from August 11, 1999, including a memorable montage of HMS Victory.
13. Anticipation
Groups of people headed to Southsea Common to witness the solar eclipse in 1999 Picture: Steve Spurgin | 3rd party other
14. Listening in
People watching bands on stage before the eclipse Picture: Steve Spurgin | 3rd party other
15. Reach for the sky
People using their special solar eclipse glasses to look at the sun Picture: Steve Spurgin | 3rd party other
16. Look up
People using their special solar eclipse glasses to look at the sun Picture: Steve Spurgin | 3rd party other