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.

September 19, 2004

Q – Hello Lloyd,
In my other life I will soon be participating in a linguistic conference, discussing Celtic names. I intend to speak about the Cornish name Jennifer, among others.As …

September 17, 2004

I suppose this isn’t really news, but I forgot to post it when it happened. There are now two shows at Vicar Street, October 10th AND 11th. I think the …

September 16, 2004

Q – I bought my (still) favourite T Shirt at your 1991 gig in Belfast’s Grand Opera House. It lists a series of adjectives – Dysfunctional, Neurotic . . . …

September 16, 2004

Q – I can call me an old fan of your music, I started in the early 80#s with Rattlesnake. Are there any concerts planed for Germany in the next …

September 14, 2004

Q – Just want to know if you have plans to release all your old albums remasterad and with bonus tracks? I really hope so.

A – It is really out …