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 – I was wondering if you would give this some thought. I would be happy, honored, and humbled to host you!
A – The question of house concerts has come …
Mastering at The Lodge in NYC with Emily Lazar.
I took the Amtrak down the night before, but it was a bit of a rush (what’s new?) and it was only …
I may have mentioned this idea last year, maybe not – My pal, and fellow ex pat Derbyshire born musician John Allen were hoping to pass some of the snowed in New England Winter playing loud music. In my basement, and possibly the odd bar or club. The band is called Codger. John sings, I play bass and my son Will was recruited on guitar.
Q – Hi Lloyd I saw an article in Mojo about all the people that Tony Visconti worked with Bowie & T-Rex. I know that you are a big T-Rex …
Here's the setlist from the Negatives gig at the Quasimodo in Berlin on May 19, 2001. I stumbled across it when tidying out my drawers…
