I have worked in the music business for over 40 years releasing music as Resonator, Dub Culture and The Reality Liberation Front' and also working as a sound engineer and producer for many other artists. I also worked as A&R Manager for Drum & Bass label Pterodactyl Records. Covering a variety of genres and recording for labels such as Ninebar, 2Kool, Temple and Recordings of Substance, my time was spent continually searching for the best recording possible, with varying degrees of success, whilst also indulging in the 'party' opportunities that the music business had to offer. Nowadays I have retired to the countryside and make music purely for my own pleasure.
Without music I would probably be alcoholic or addicted. Music to me makes life worth living.
Simply to continue working and creating.
Get rid of inherited wealth.
Arnold Layne by Pink Floyd.
Can, Faust, Roxy Music, Hawkwind, Stan Getz, Bigelf.
The general boredom of life.
Be nice and have fun.
Nervous, excited and often drunk.
Recording and releasing music has become easier whilst getting it heard has become more difficult. Local venues need to be supported and protected from closure.
Drooble is a great way to connect with other musicians and get feedback.
Self promotion does not come naturally to me.
I book bands for gigs at a London club and also manage their social media.
Huge talent and a very thick skin.
The Ferocious Ladoos, V2 and Resomusic.