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.
Not working that extra hour, or hour and a half, last night meant that Mark Miller and I both arrived early and significantly less exhausted than had become the norm. …
My younger son Frank is 14 today. I get up early to make English pancakes (thinner, more like crepes) and sit a while as he opens presents. But I’m exhausted. …
So we didn’t actually record anything yesterday but we figured out lots of things that didn’t work… that is progress. Today I was supposed to rest but I’m in the …
That’s right. It’s Jan 1st 2013 and we’re in the studio for a half day. The deadline is looming. Today Will and I look at Myrtle & Rose – the …
I can’t remember the last time I spent 3 consecutive days on guitars for one song, but here we are again attempting to put Opposite’s Day to bed…
