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 – I suppose you have been asked this before, but how instrumental was John Peel in the career of Lloyd Cole & The Commotions? Do have any fond personal …
Q – I read that you watched the second Holyfield-Tyson fight with Matt Johnson. Is that true? Who did you want to win? Are you much of a fight enthusiast?
Q – Lloyd, are there any rare recordings and releases by you that you don’t own yourself and are looking for? And do you still have a vinyl record player …
Q – lloyd, would you be kind enough to tell us if you were friends with morrissey circa 1984/85 or so?
A – He came to see the Commotions when we …
Q – Was the track “Mainstream” ever released as a single anywhere in the world? I only ask because there is a video for it on your latest DVD and …
