I recently did a stock take of all my instruments and had to check valuations fro insurance purposes. I was amazed at how many of them have massively increased in value. The USA made instruments…
Next week we’ll be signing off on the audio and artwork for the first part of the “Covering these tracks” project. This is a new departure for me as previously I’ve only recorded and released…
During covid I realised how much I missed live music both as a player and also as an audience member. I also realised as a band leader that there is a huge variation in the…
I’m an instrument collector and always on the look out for great gear. In recent times I came across the most amazing guitar straps from One off leather that are quite unlike anything else I…
I’m currently working on two very different projects, “Covering these tracks” which is the first time I have ever recorded material written by other artists and the second Heartache album. This means a huge amount…
We just finished a session in the studio working up a new track for the 2nd Heartache album due for a 2024 release with Agi, a terrific UK singer. I have known Agi for almost…
I just got back from Eiger studios in Leeds where we spent the day shooting video and rehearsing for the Sept 23rd Green Eyed Records/Music for the Head and Heart showcase. I chose Eiger as…
This is the Shimo electric tenor guitar build for me by Takahiro Shimo from Tokyo. Here is the spec Body : White Limba, Neck : One Piece Hard Maple / Bolt On Pickups : Fender…
A few years ago I came across Edwards guitars, made by ESP for the Japanese home market. The pickups are made by Seymour Duncan and the hardware is by Gotoh. The wood choices are really…
In recent times the subject of people losing confidence in attending live events has come up in many conversations. A well established local artist commented that since covid, many people are wary about events being…