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’m sure you’ve been asked this a thousand times, but I was curious what you thought of Tori Amos’ version of “Rattlesnakes.”
A – Thought I’d answered this before, …
Q – I remember that during the early to mid-1990s you used to play one-off concerts (ie, not part of a tour) in Washington DC around the holiday season (Christmas …
Bryan Ferry and “Roxy Music”: The Thrill of It All. lloyd cole gets a mention (alongside Morrissey) in this mostly fine new book. offers good insights on the 70s impact …
Hi Lloyd, my birthday is the same day as yours, 31st January, which means we're both Aquarians… Other Aquarians include Peter Gabriel, John Lydon, Tom Baker (Dr Who), Ronald Reagan and Kevin Keegan… What do YOU think are essential Aquarian qualities..?
Q – I remember reading in a Dr Robert interview from about 1986 that you and he were planning to release an ep of T.Rex songs. Did you record anything …
