Sometimes you just have to concede that amazing things do happen. We had an inkling he might show up at the gig but we had no idea of who or what he might bring with him. Cally Callomon, along with Gabrielle Drake runs Bryter Music which oversees the affairs of the estate of Nick Drake. … Continue reading It’s a Nick Drake thing →

A while ago someone asked me why I put so much time and energy into promoting live music. The answer lies somewhere between respect, regret and love. I totally respect those who can play music with what is basically a piece of wood with strings attached and there is a part of me that regrets … Continue reading The Pitmen Luthier →

In October 1998 I was travelling down the West Coast of the USA and after spending a few days in San Francisco I headed south 30 miles to the beautifully named Half Moon Bay. Tent pitched, belly filled, I went for a wander. On hearing music drifting through the Californian night air, like a bear … Continue reading He Blinded Me With Science →