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.

October 26, 2004

This is a very sad day. I’m not sure if I’d have become a musician if it weren’t for John Peel. The link below is to the BBC article.

Link …

October 26, 2004

Tivoli Audio make small stereos designed by Henry Kloss. We have one at home and I’ve just bought another for the studio. Great sound and value.

October 23, 2004

Q – I must say i am big fan of some of your b -side material, and happen to think that Witching Hour, Blame Mary Jane and Wild Orphan Child …

October 22, 2004

Many thanks for all of the notes after the Commotions shows. We don’t have a chat room, so I can’t post that sort of thing, but I am often the …

October 21, 2004

Q – Do you ever spend time in Chicago and do you like it?

A – Love it, actually. Danny’s Bar in the early 1990’s was my preferred bar. Wish I …