Category Archives: Musicians

Pearson Memmott Conspiracy

Listening to tracks from the Sheffield-based Pearson Memmott Conspiracy album that arrived today – top notch proggy rock – well recommended! https://thepearsonmemmottconspiracy.bandcamp.com/ … Continue reading →

David Torn / FUR

It’s no secret that I’m a massive fan of David Torn, having been introduced to him in the 80s by my old band-mate Stephen Fellows during my (all too) brief tenure in the Comsat Angels. I’ve just bought David’s latest … Continue reading →

Carla Diratz

I’m laying down some ideas for a CD that Martin Archer is making with Carla Diratz for Discus Records  – so good to get creative when locked at home! … Continue reading →

Coo-er, a Stephen Fellows solo album!

As an almost infinitesimally brief member of the massively under-rated Comsat Angels, I was delighted to see the release of Steve’s first solo album of songs. Quite why he’s been so reticent to release music I don’t know, but it’s … Continue reading →

Playing for Julie Tippetts!

I’m completely delighted that Martin Archer, Discus Records guru, has asked me to contribute some acoustic guitar for his forthcoming release by Julie Tippetts (formerly “Wheels on fire” Driscoll). This is a real honour – Tippetts is a hugely respected … Continue reading →

Dan Phelps…

Discovered this guy (thanks to Guitar Mederne) – he seems to approach his performance in a similar way to me (albeit with a much better rig!) and also uses Ableton for processing. If Lost Garden had included a drummer, we … Continue reading →

Keith Emerson RIP

I’ve spent the last few dates trying to assimilate the news of the death of Keith Emerson. From my early days, I was a huge fan – ELP  were the 3rd band I ever saw back in 1971 and he … Continue reading →

Thomas Blug’s Rich Tone

I’ve been a fan of the tasteful & articulate playing of Thomas Blug for some time and so was delighted when he appeared at the wonderful Richtone Music, 5 mins from where I live, to promote his new amp. He … Continue reading →

Stephen Scott

There are any number of textural loopers out there, but my friend Stephen is amongst those closest to my musical heart. Listen to the first track on his bandcamp album and tell me it isn’t lovely. I’ve played a few … Continue reading →