Tag: Ry Cooder

Rory Gallagher – Blues Treasure Trove

Rory Gallagher – Blues Treasure Trove

by | Jun 6, 2019

The unearthing of a splendid collection of live and studio recordings by the late great Irish blues star Rory Gallagher means that fans can at last enjoy dozens of unreleased tracks. In fact, three albums’ worth! These releases coming out on the Chess label no less have been overseen by Rory’s nephew Daniel and whilst he was over from New York, Gallagher fan and follower Pete met him to get the lowdown…

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Dan Tyminski

Dan Tyminski

by | Nov 23, 2018

The American singer-songwriter is in London for the promo on his dark artefact of a new album. We meet Dan to get the lowdown on the project and he answers all queries in this conversation hinging on how songs communicate. Thanks, Mr T…

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Gus McKay – Talisman

Gus McKay – Talisman

by | Sep 8, 2018

The musicians featured here include McKay on guitar and harp, Ronan Charles drums sax and keys, Phil Waldron bass banjo cello trumpet fiddle and pedal steel (lazy sod), Paul Andrews on sax – all on a set of Mackay-penned numbers.

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Curse Of Lono – As I Fell

Curse Of Lono – As I Fell

by | Aug 27, 2018

Felix and crew return with a second album, created with the benefit of many stage performances which have given the ensemble a truly organic musical dynamic presence without blunting their edge. Not a bad place to have attained!

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Rita Coolidge – The Return Of Rita

Rita Coolidge – The Return Of Rita

by | May 13, 2018

Of all the album releases that have come our way this year, the warmest and most boldly colourful is probably Safe In The Arms Of Time. So the chance to speak with the veteran songstress about her latest material, inspirations and approach to the songs was more than welcome. Ms Coolidge is responsive, informative and balanced, as this conversation should illustrate…

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Zoe Mulford – Small Brown Birds

Zoe Mulford – Small Brown Birds

by | Jan 2, 2018

A quick double take of the cover to check that we don’t have a member of the Mumford family here and whew, what a relief, no. Does the charming 50s style Nature Ramble Annual-style artwork give anything away? We shall press ‘Play’ and find out…

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Chris Rea – Drive Time

Chris Rea – Drive Time

by | Dec 24, 2017

The title of the Northern slidemaster’s new album is Road Songs For Lovers but don’t be fooled, there is real bite in with the romance and glad-to-be-alive moments.
Rea is one of music’s survivors and I have been glad of his advice when in my own dark times. The love of music and of communicating through music still beams out of the genial songwriter when we meet up once again in London to trade records and chat…

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Gov’t Mule – Coming Round Again

Gov’t Mule – Coming Round Again

by | Dec 17, 2017

A new album from the hard-hitting but remarkably versatile Gov’t Mule is always welcome in these parts. We happily accepted an invitation to meet up once again with bandleader Warren Haynes. With a view to talking about the record content and related matters… Plus a recent sad passing. Thanks Warren for your time and Pete hopes you enjoy that Splinter Group album

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