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 – For those of us stuck Stateside: Will any of the Commotions shows be recorded?
A – There is talk of making a DVD of the London show. I am …
The Trashcans are a lovely Scots band who toured with me in France along time ago. Really worth a listen and nice folk, too.
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Q – I listened to a theatre show on Swedish radio called Sommarprataren, “The Summer Talker”, where you played a role as your self, well a record come alive.
Q – “don’t get wierd on me babe” is one of my all-time favorites. A few years ago I read in in issue of Granta about Raymond Carver and his …
Q – I’m looking forward to see you for about the 60th time in my life. Are you and the Commotions playing Rattlesnakes in original order? As Brian Wilson did …
