Today we speak to Caleb Quaye, a legendary guitarist who has played with some of the biggest names in music. Caleb’s career began in the 1960s where he formed a friendship with a young Reginald Dwight, who would later become known as Elton John. Caleb’s guitar work can be heard on many of Elton John’s early albums and material by John Baldry, Pete Townshend, PP Arnold, Steve Ellis, The Beach Boys and Hall & Oates. He is a songwriter and producer in his own right and is responsible for the psychedelic classic ‘Baby Your Phrasing Is Bad’ and series of critically acclaimed albums with Hookfoo ..read more

In this podcast we sit down with Allan Clarke to discuss his highly anticipated album, I’ll Never Forget. Clarke takes us on a trip down memory lane with the lead track ‘Buddy’s Back’, a nostalgic tribute to the early days of rock ‘n’ roll. The song features the distinctive voice of Clarke and the songwriting talents of Graham Nash, and sees them singing harmonies together for the first time in decades, marking a significant moment for fans of The Hollies. In this episode, Jason Barnard delves deep into Clarke’s musical influences, his enduring friendship with Graham Nash, and his new album th ..read more

Bernie Marsden talks about his lifelong love of the blues and friendship with Peter Green, his time with Cozy Powell’s Hammer and Paice Ashton Lord, and partnership with David Coverdale and Whitesnake. Further information Bernie Marsden: Big Boy Blues And Green (1995-2005), 4CD Box Set berniemarsden.com Bernie Marsden podcast tracks Also available on The Strange Brew – written version of this podcast, John Mayall podcast, Howie Casey podcast This podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google and all usual platforms If you like what I do please support me on Ko-fi The post Berni ..read more

Andy Fairweather Low talks about his new album Flang Dang, his first solo album in 17 years. He also covers highlights from his time as lead singer of Amen Corner, solo hits and time playing with Roger Waters, George Harrison and Eric Clapton. Further information andyfairweatherlow.com Flang Dang Andy Fairweather Low – written Strange Brew interview Podcasts also available: Blue Weaver – Strawbs, Amen Corner and session years, Blue Weaver – The Bee Gees and Pet Shop Boys years, Phil Palmer – Eric Clapton guitarist This podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and ..read more

Steve Hillage talks about the making of his classic solo albums Fish Rising, L, Green and Motivation Radio, producing Simple Minds and his latest work with System 7. Further information The Steve Hillage Band’s Golden Vibe UK Tour is from 21 March to 2 April. Details can be found at stevehillage.com Steve Hillage podcast tracks This podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google and all usual platforms If you like what I do please support me on Ko-fi The post Steve Hillage appeared first on The Strange Brew  ..read more

Tony King talks about his remarkable life. From The Beatles to Elton John and The Rolling Stones, Tony has been a confidante and creative muse for some of the world’s greatest artists. Further information ‘The Tastemaker: My Life with the Legends and Geniuses of Rock Music’ by Tony King Tony King podcast tracks Podcasts also available: Paul Sexton on Charlie Watts, Davey Johnstone – The Elton John Band This podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all usual platforms If you like what I do please support me on Ko-fi The post Tony King appeared first on The St ..read more

Leo Lyons, legendary bassist and founder member of Ten Years After talks about his life in music. Leo covers the group’s formation and early years, playing Woodstock and friendship with Alvin Lee. We start with highlights from Leo’s current group, Hundred Seventy Split, which started out as a side project whilst still playing with Joe Gooch in the reformed Ten Years After. Further information Hundred Seventy Split – The Story So Far leolyons.org Leo Lyons podcast tracks Podcasts also available: Ric Lee – Ten Years After, Melanie This podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Spoti ..read more

Joe Jammer tells his incredible life story. Given his name by Jimmy Page and Robert Plant when he started working for Led Zeppelin in 1969, he came over to UK in 1970 and became a top session guitarist collaborating with Jerry Lee Lewis, Stealers Wheel, Roger Glover and the Rolling Stones. Joe also covers his role in the formation of Aerosmith, time with the Olympic Runners, Nobody’s Business and solo music. Further information joejammer.com Joe Jammer – ‘Invite Me Home’ (EP) Joe Jammer podcast tracks Podcasts also on The Strange Brew: Bobby Harrison This podcast is also available on Appl ..read more

Brett Lyda of Almost Beatles Songs tells the story, and records new arrangements, of lost Beatles songs from the Get Back sessions including Watching Rainbows, Penina, Rambling Woman and How Do You Tell Someone. Further information Almost Beatles Songs Youtube Channel. Almost Beatles Songs Vol. 1 is available on most streaming platforms. Almost Beatles Songs podcast tracks This podcast is also available on Apple, Spotify and all usual platforms If you like what I do please support me on Ko-fi The post Almost Beatles Songs appeared first on The Strange Brew   ..read more

Dick Taylor of The Pretty Things gives an extensive podcast interview. We start with Dick’s childhood friendship with Mick Jagger, his time in The Rolling Stones, The Pretty Things in the 1960s including recording SF Sorrow, producing Hawkwind, rejoining, their final show and album and the passing of Phil May. Further information theprettythings.com Dick Taylor podcast tracks Podcasts also on The Strange Brew: The Pretty Things (2013), Jon Povey, Wally Waller, Twink This podcast is also available on Apple, Spotify and all usual platforms If you like what I do please support ..read more