October 14, 2025

In 1999 in retreat from mainstream ambivalence the idea of becoming a Troubadour was perversely alluring. Two acoustic guitars, a suitcase, and a round the world ticket. It took a …

March 25, 2025

In March 2020 I was made unemployed.Quite an achievement considering I was, and I remain self employed.Such was the impact of the COVID pandemic.My family were locked down for two …

May 4, 2015

This was originally posted 29 July 2010 but I’m reviving it, because it is awesome.

Definitely my favourite email this year came today from Brisbane. Here’s the note in it’s entirety …

March 31, 2004

This is me, caught by Mike, my sound guy, leaving the fabulous Angel Inn, Hetton, Yorks. I could still wear all black in 2003.

June 23, 2015

I can now confirm the 4 concerts I will perform in September.
I’m calling these show LIVE ELECTRONICS, and I should be clear here – there will be none of my …

June 18, 2015

They’re here. Limited Edition reproduction of the first Lloyd Cole and the Commotions t-shirt. 100% white cotton. Large Wham! (go for it) style skin coloured logo.

June 12, 2015

My next electronic album, entitled ‘1D’ is pretty much ready to go to for September release on Bureau B. I have have just approved (with a tiny caveat that I …

June 9, 2015

Doctor’s orders. I have a nasty chest cough. I just checked, on top of feeling rotten I cannot hit the high notes on No Blue Skies. Hopefully I’ll get those …

June 8, 2015

Well, almost 500 people voted in the sizing poll, but we will start with 200 Perfect Skin shirts. If they sell quickly we will do another 200.
We have done some …