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 …
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 …
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 …
This is me, caught by Mike, my sound guy, leaving the fabulous Angel Inn, Hetton, Yorks. I could still wear all black in 2003.
Q – One of the greatest gigs i saw was in 2002, when i saw Lloyd Cole in Brussels in the Botanique.
It was on the 14th of may in 2002.
Does …
Programming drums and loops, assembling the drum kit, etc etc, for G Minor. Had to finish early to see the Real Estate agent and file an offer.
Q – Lloyd,
Since you’ve mentioned in your studio journal that you bounce some stuff to iTunes for reference, I was wondering if at some point (after the new record is …
Q – As a big Leonard Cohen fan, what do you think of his latest period (say from the album ‘I’m your man’ until now) ? Do you still find …
Programmed drums – sounds and beats – for G Minor track. Managed to get the drum kit to sound something like the drum loop I was using. Not all there yet.
