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.

May 6, 2005

Just out of curiosity: is Bob Clearmountain responsible for that type of sound, or was it more Adam Peters’ work? How do you feel about that particular sound now?

May 4, 2005

Back to HWCYB? Which sounds dull, frankly. More drum work. Computer crashes, lose 40 minutes work. Realise snare drum ideas were terrible anyway.

May 4, 2005

Q – Now that there’s so much talk about recording here, I must ask about some clicking sounds that can be heard on some songs on MIAFL when I listen …

May 4, 2005

Q – First of all, you are giving a gift to all of your fans reporting the recording process of the next album. Really a joy for us.By the way, …