Jan 05 2025
When ever I think of Paul Birchall I think firstly of his musical talent and secondly his killer dry sense of humour. Lately I think of his resilience too. Having some very significant connections in the music scene Paul toured the globe as both a keyboard player and on occasion as a musical director. His …
Jan 05 2025
2024 will go down in my view as a year that was rich in new music releases throughout the year in much the same way as 1974 did. It became a year that as well as established artists such as Steve Hackett, Jon Anderson and their like hit the Prog scene with some great tunes …
Oct 25 2024
When you have been the front man for one of the most successful Genesis tribute bands in the UK and some would say Europe, what do you do when it’s time to call it a day? The same can be said if you are the keyboard player for the same well travelled band and no …
Aug 07 2024
When composer/keyboard player Nick Magnus launches new work upon his loyal fan base and indeed the world in general it is to be greeted with the respect that Mr Magnus has earned over the years. Nick earned his spurs as a touring keyboard player for The Enid and the legendary Steve Hackett before embarking on …
Mar 26 2024
As I spend my last few month in gainful employment as a health professional I have become quite reflective which is I suppose a sign that I may be getting a little older. As I think about music especially I began to realize how much in recent years I am reminded of certain pieces of …
Mar 14 2024
Steve Gould’s notorious Fusion festivals have been on my radar since their inception some years back. Logistics have weighed against me from the outset, though meeting Steve last year for the first time in the flesh as it were, we bonded instantly. It was then I knew I had to plan well in advance to …
Feb 26 2024
Nebo 14 held in the Blacksmiths Arms in Hartlepool was without doubt one of the best Nebo’s for a very long time. With a great turnout and some of the finest equipment assembled in one room it made for an excellent day. The staff at the Blacksmiths were excellent, very helpful and accommodating. A big …
Dec 22 2023
As the world decays on a daily basis catapulting us rapidly towards the apocalypse I take solace in the quality of the music that enriched my life in 2023. Oddly enough it’s been some of the lesser known bands and artists that have really struck a chord or two with me this year. It has …
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