I am currently reading a book entitled All the Madmen by Clinton Heylin.Very interested in sections about the folk artist Nick Drake who has had such an influence on so many singer-songwriters. Drake was so painfully shy that he rarely communicated in any way other than through his music.
It seems Drake had plenty to say but could only do it through the lyrics of his songs. His songs continue to inspire. As a person, however, he appears to have been a real "pain in the arse." I often find myself much more able to communicate through written words. That way there is no opposition. You can take your time to say the things you want to say. But ultimately writers have to be able to communicate both directly and indirectly.
Last night enjoyed a church quiz in Milton Keynes, coming second out of 10 teams, which wasn't bad and I was pleased that we managed to get 10 out of 10 in the music round. I seem to have a fairly in depth knowledge of Susan Boyle and Robbie Williams!!!!!
Today had a difficult journey back to Norfolk due to appalling weather conditions of rain, sleet and freezing temperatures that made driving difficult and slow going. Thankfully I was able to listen to Johnny Walker's Sounds of the Seventies on Radio Two which helped pass the time. I made it home within the duration of the show which was just as well because next up was Paul O'Grady. I actually have nothing against O'Grady but he is no DJ. I have little time for so called DJs who spend most of the time talking and indeed talking about themselves rather than playing or showing any knowledge of the music. I know this is something I have mentioned before and I'm sure it's something I will mention again.
Got back home to find a large article in the weekly newspaper about the launch of our new running club in Hethersett in April. Now all we have to do is establish a date, a venue and get some people there. I was quoted at length in the article as chair of the Hethersett and Meltons Sports Association. At least I cannot claim to be misquoted as I wrote the article.
Apparently tomorrow is going to be another dreadful day weather-wise so I will catch up with listening to new albums by the likes of Sinead O'Connor, Bruce Springsteen, Katie Melua and a few more. It promises to be an interesting new release Monday.
It seems Drake had plenty to say but could only do it through the lyrics of his songs. His songs continue to inspire. As a person, however, he appears to have been a real "pain in the arse." I often find myself much more able to communicate through written words. That way there is no opposition. You can take your time to say the things you want to say. But ultimately writers have to be able to communicate both directly and indirectly.
Last night enjoyed a church quiz in Milton Keynes, coming second out of 10 teams, which wasn't bad and I was pleased that we managed to get 10 out of 10 in the music round. I seem to have a fairly in depth knowledge of Susan Boyle and Robbie Williams!!!!!
Today had a difficult journey back to Norfolk due to appalling weather conditions of rain, sleet and freezing temperatures that made driving difficult and slow going. Thankfully I was able to listen to Johnny Walker's Sounds of the Seventies on Radio Two which helped pass the time. I made it home within the duration of the show which was just as well because next up was Paul O'Grady. I actually have nothing against O'Grady but he is no DJ. I have little time for so called DJs who spend most of the time talking and indeed talking about themselves rather than playing or showing any knowledge of the music. I know this is something I have mentioned before and I'm sure it's something I will mention again.
Got back home to find a large article in the weekly newspaper about the launch of our new running club in Hethersett in April. Now all we have to do is establish a date, a venue and get some people there. I was quoted at length in the article as chair of the Hethersett and Meltons Sports Association. At least I cannot claim to be misquoted as I wrote the article.
Apparently tomorrow is going to be another dreadful day weather-wise so I will catch up with listening to new albums by the likes of Sinead O'Connor, Bruce Springsteen, Katie Melua and a few more. It promises to be an interesting new release Monday.
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