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 – About 8 years ago, you went to a radio show in France, with Bernard Lenoir (France Inter) in his “Black Session” show.
The song that you sang started with: …
Q – Were you supposed to be a John, or Jane? Jennifer, James, even Jesus etc. Just been on ebay and there is a Genevive demo! Always wondered! Perhaps just …
Q – Is music in a foreign language available on vinyl (lp format)?
A – Sorry, no.
Q – Dear Lloyd, are you still in touch with Matthew Sweet?
A – Not really, but I did see him and his wife Lisa in LA recently, which was nice.
Q -would you ever consider recording someone else? the intimacy and resonant sound you achieved in your “music in a foreign language” album is completely captivating and this stripped down/ …