February 2011

[Sweder]

So sad he died too young. I only have two Gary Moore albums but without a doubt this one is a gem.

Planet Rock replayed his hour-long 'My Planet Rocks' interview in which he cites Eric Clapton, John Mayall & Jimi Hendricks as early influences. He'd just completed BB King's Farewell to the UK tour and was at the very top of his game. A truly humble man who refused to pick any of his own songs so the interviewer had to pick some for him.

Changing tack about 180 degrees I just finished a 45 minute non-stop Tarantino Soundtrack Spin Special at Bridge's House of Fun. This track by Tino and the Tarantulas (from Dusk Till Dawn) was the pick of the bunch. Most of it was spent up out of the saddle including the denouement, completed in time with the music. The last minute or so was almost spiritual.



This was followed, without a break, by Miserlou (opener from Pulp Fiction) before a warm-down to 110th Street and Didn't I Love You Baby from the excellent Jackie Brown.

I'm about ready to revisit my Gary Moore collection, just as soon as I get my legs back.