It was an absolute honor to meet David Bowie. He was charming and had an aura of inspiration. I think this was at the Sony Studios in New York, or it could have been at the Sony...
James Taylor –...
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It was for a playback of the about to be released record. Unfortunately I’ve always struggled to listen to his voice for very long. Reminds me of fumbling in girlfriends’ bedrooms at 13. Eagles Gtst Hits, Dan Fogelberg, Cat Stevens, James Taylor. Charlie perfume...
Mike Oldfield –...
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Meeting the man who was responsible for Virgin’s initial success. This was at the Quatre Saisons restaurant near Oxford. The event was a playback for Tubular Bells 2. Sadly, the awful ponytail on the right belonged to yours...
Meeting Ray Charles ...
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One of my most treasured pieces and fondest memories. This was at NARM, the retail/label convention, at a small blues venue in San Francisco. A true legend and gentleman, and a special moment for which I am...
Rod Stewart and Ronn...
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Quite an amazing evening. I look like the Cheshire Cat. True rock n’ roll royalty. I didn’t know until afterwards, but Roger Q pointed out that the bloke behind my horrifically tied back hair is snooker player Jimmy...