Lord Rockingham’s XI: Hoots Mon
This was a group of session musicians formed to be the resident band on the pop TV programme Oh Boy! shown on ITV in 1958/59. Hoots Mon was written by leader Harry … Continue readingLord Rockingham’s XI: Hoots Mon
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Gillian Welch: Streets of St Paul
I know I play a lot of the Gillster’s stuff, but that’s because it’s so neat. This is another one from the Lost Songs collection.
Eric Bibb: Toolin’ Down The Road
Featuring Danny Thompson, hero of this parish.
Prime Ribot
IN a recent column about Tom Waits, I mentioned the crucial role that guitarist Marc Ribot played in the creation of the classic 1985 album Rain Dogs. It was Marc’s first major session … Continue readingPrime Ribot
The Sensational Alex Harvey Band: Dogs of War
My ‘owner’ once had a drink with Alex Harvey and he says he was a lovely bloke.
David Lindley and Bill Frisell: Her Mind is Gone
Couldn’t resist another blast of DeParis LaTante, this time with the great jazz guitarist Bill Frisell.
Honk if you’re a good parent
I THINK I may be in a minority by liking Canada geese (Branta canadensis). I am sure if there were fewer of them they would be a lot more popular. Certainly … Continue readingHonk if you’re a good parent
David Lindley and G E Smith: Pants Shiny Like Aluminum Foil
One of Mr Dave’s old favourites, performed live alongside the former lead guitarist with Hall and Oates. Good stuff.
John Hiatt with The Jerry Douglas Band: I’m In Asheville
What a wonderful sound from the Instrument Formerly Known As Dobro.
The Baird Sisters: Down Where The Waters Flow
Wish they’d turn up in my local bookshop one day . . .