Tag: Eric Clapton

Quinn Sullivan — All Around The World

Singer-songwriter and guitarist Quinn Sullivan first appeared on our radar in 2015 when he was opening for the legendary Buddy Guy at Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith, London, United Kingdom. The crowd was absolutely blown away with his immense guitar skills and his catchy songs including ‘Midnight Highway’. Buddy told the audience “Someone should give this kid a record deal!” and sure enough Provogue Records/Mascot Label Group did.

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Robert Randolph (Robert Randolph And The Family Band) – Steelin’ The Spotlight

It is some sixteen years now that steel guitar ace and singer Robert Randolph met up with Pete the afternoon before he and The Family Band played their London debut at Dingwalls in Camden. Now older and wiser, Randolph does not seem to have lost any of his zest for life – indeed with a brand new album Brighter Days coming out on Mascot, the musician appears ready to rock out once more…

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2018 In Review

As usual, we take a look at the year’s happenings – or at least some of them – and bearing in mind that again we have lost many great people, not least dear friends during 2018.

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Doyle Bramhall II – Tea, Tones And Tunes

With a new album coming out on Mascot and titled Shades it seems a good time to catch up again with the artist as he flies in from sunny California to overcast Shoreditch for press sessions. Pete and fellow guitarist Colin Howell grab a beverage and join Doyle at his hotel this morning to talk about the new record:

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Albert Lee & Peter Asher

One half of Peter & Gordon and a world-renowned record producer teams up with everyone’s country rock guitar ace for some duo shows. With no real preparation except years of fandom, Just Listen To This get a chance to chat with the star pair, backstage at the Cornbury Festival…Thanks gents!

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Paul Carrack

Paul Carrack has added value to every ensemble he has played with. His series of solo albums are rich with tuneful and relatable songs that seem to stand outside time and trends and like Randy Newman or George Jones you will still enjoy them for years to come. This time around with the release of These Days, the songcraft and top-notch players have created a genuine classic album. Carrack gives direct and informative answers, so do please enjoy this relaxed conversation…

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Smokie (Mick McConnell) – Smokie Step Up

The veteran pop purveyors bring their melodic rock songs to the mix of great artists set to appear in this major music collection at renowned venues in 2019. It so happens that Smokie lead guitarist Mick McConnell is a friend of JLTT and he kindly agreed to the following Q&A session. Many thanks to him…

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Austin Gold – Our Blues Top Ten

Pete Sargeant asked English blues-rockers Austin Gold to tell JLTT which recordings really turned them on, so here are their picks. Pete is a champion of democracy, so it’s two from each group member. Thanks, lads!

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Tommy Emmanuel

The Australian guitar stylist is back in the UK for some shows. Ahead of these, we were able to run some questions past the prince of the Fretboard…

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Bernard Allison – It’s A Family Affair

Can it really be twenty years since the great Luther Allison passed? What a giant he was in the Blues field – a strong performer, great writer, a real showman. Now, in his own style son Bernard keeps the creative torch alight with his own recordings and live shows. Here, Pete and Bernard talk family, creativity and life on the road

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Mike Read

For a radio fan of many years’ listening, the chance to talk radio in depth with veteran turntable titan Mike Read was not going to be missed.

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Stevie King – Young Man’s Blues

He’s 21, he loves his music, he is aiming at the top. Here, Just Listen To This pitches a hatful of questions to this young artist. Although we cannot share Stevie’s love of Bono, we can share his responses, to create a picture of what makes this player tick. Thank you Stevie!

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Doyle Bramhall II – Rich Man

So far, every one of Mr Bramhall’s album releases have been full of fine songs, spirited singing, lively arrangements and in their best moments, stuttering smokestack-belching howling and spitting chunks of guitar-playing.

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Bradley Walsh – Chasing Dreams

This performer is a remarkable bloke. Stand-up comedian, serious actor, comedy actor, top-drawer gameshow host, singer and easily one of the best pantomime leads I have ever laughed at from the carpet next to my seat!

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