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.

November 25, 2012

Sunday November 25th
The walk from my hotel to the studio is about 35 minutes and so I will not cycle as it seems the only chance I’d have to cycle …

November 16, 2012

Q – Lloyd, When I find myself wanting to write lyrics about relationships (past/present – no matter) I find my self constrained by the emotive subjects and how my wife …

November 13, 2012

Sunday December 16th 12.30 PM (that’s right it’s a matinee) – The Ram’s Head, Annapolis, MD
Tickets here – http://www.ramsheadonstage.com/event/184647?utm_source=MEL&utm_medium=19677

November 12, 2012

Getting ready to record in LA.

The studio we’ll be in in Los Angeles to record basic tracks is quite small with only one isolated room. So that must be for …

October 31, 2012

Q – I’m very far from being a musician, but sometimes I pick up a guitar and sing and play a few songs. Sometimes I play some of yours. Over …