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.

April 21, 2005

This is a song/sketch I’ve had in the back of my mind for several years. It is a traditional country and western type song narrated by someone who is maybe surprised that his life turned out the way it did – he is not traveling light…

April 21, 2005

Well, after literally months of software and hardware troubles, I believe I am finally actually recording my next record. I’ve had to spend the last month or so learning a …

April 13, 2005

Q – DirectTV in the States has several music channels of which I’ve heard your songs on 2 different stations, one is channel 814- called retro and one is channel …

April 12, 2005

Q – I was wondering what, if anything you could tell me about “Nevers End.” I was lucky enough to find a copy of the German Import of “Easy Pieces” …

April 11, 2005

Q – My best friend is getting married early next year, and I’m lucky enough to be best man. He and I have been major fans of you and your …