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About writewyattuk

A freelance writer and family man being swept along on a wave of advanced technology, but somehow clinging on to reality. It's only a matter of time ... A highly-motivated scribbler with a background in journalism, business and life itself. Away from the features, interviews and reviews you see here, I tackle novels, short stories, copywriting, ghost-writing, plus TV, radio and film scripts for adults and children. I'm also available for assignments and write/research for magazines, newspapers, press releases and webpages on a vast range of subjects. You can also follow me on Facebook via https://www.facebook.com/writewyattuk/ and on Twitter via @writewyattuk. Legally speaking, all content of this blog (unless otherwise stated) is the intellectual property of Malcolm Wyatt and may only be reproduced with permission.

Fill in the pages of tomorrows yet to be – talking Dodgy with Nigel Clark

Posted on March 18, 2023 by writewyattuk

What is it about dogs that they get vocal the moment interviews start? It’s normally my rescue lab-cross, Millie, but in this case Dodgy frontman Nigel Clark’s Bedlington whippet-cross is doing all the barking. “As soon as I say hello … Continue reading →

Posted in Books Films, TV & Radio, Music | Tagged Andy Miller, Beck, Bromsgrove, Ceredigion, Chris Helme, Dodgy, Fela Kuti, Free Peace Sweet, Good Enough, Hollow Horse, Homegrown, Ian Broudie, John Bonham, Longbridge, Mathew Priest, Nigel Clark, Ray Davies, Redditch, Ribchester, Sly and the Family Stone, Smithers-Jones, Stand Upright in a Cool Place, Staying Out For The Summer, Stuart Thoy, Supernaturals, The Dodgy Album, The Kinks, The Who, What Are We Fighting For | 3 Comments

Keeping life and soul together – in conversation with Nik Kershaw

Posted on March 11, 2023 by writewyattuk

As our video interview got underway, Nik Kershaw – surrounded by recording hardware – told me in response to my opening enquiry that his studio was previously in the cellar of his rural East Anglia home, near the Suffolk/Essex border, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Chesney Hawkes, David Bowie, Elton John, Fusion, Genesis, Giles Smith, Human Racing, Ipswich, Live Aid, Nik Kershaw, riotcvhie Blackmore, The Riddle, Tony Banks, Wouldn't It Be Good | Leave a comment

Treading Gently forward – beyond The Jam with Steve Brookes

Posted on March 5, 2023 by writewyattuk

When I spoke to Steve Brookes earlier this week, he was at home in Camberley, Surrey, having played Thames Side Brewery in Staines that weekend, this accomplished guitarist and singer-songwriter clearly enjoying gigging as much now as five decades ago, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Ben Gordelier, Boileroom, Bruce Foxton, Camberley, Chess Records, Dan Jennings, Dave Waller, guildford, Hoodoo Zoo, Jim Webb, Keeping the flame, Paolo Hewitt, Paul Jones, paul weller, Rick Buckler, Steve Brookes, Stone Foundation, The Beatles, The Members, The Style Council, Thin Lizzy, Tread Gently, Woking, Woking FC | Leave a comment

Journey to the Art of Darkness – talking The History of Goth with John Robb

Posted on February 25, 2023 by writewyattuk

Ah, the dreaded label. An integral part of music culture down the years, but an all too easy way to categorise, and often proving nonsense. Punk, post-punk, alternative, indie, indie pop, twee pop, shoegaze, soul, funk, jazz funk, heavy soul, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Action Records, Blackpool, David Bowie, Goth, John Robb, Johnny Marr, Joy Division, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Mick Mercer, Preston, The Cure, The Doors, The history of Goth, The Membranes, The Sisters of Mercy | Leave a comment

Overcoming these doubts – in conversation with Marlody

Posted on February 18, 2023 by writewyattuk

There’s a stunning debut album doing the rounds right now from a talented singer-songwriter starting to earn plenty of critical acclaim, building a steady following after initial interest from a South East indie label. Marlody’s I’m Not Sure At All … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Amelia Fletcher, Ashford, Cate Le Bon, Heavenly, Judie Tzuke, Kate Bush, Kent, Liz Phair, Low, Marlody, Mitski, Rob Pursey, Skep Wax, Smoke Fairies, The Japanese House, the National, The Unthanks | Leave a comment

Heart for heart’s sake – back in touch with Graham Gouldman

Posted on February 16, 2023 by writewyattuk

Master songwriter and 10cc founding member Graham Gouldman is raring to go for next month’s 16-date tour with his semi-acoustic show, Heart Full of Songs. Graham, joined by multi-instrumentalists/vocalists and 10cc live bandmates Iain Hornal and Keith Hayman, plus percussionist … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 10cc, 1966, Andrew Gold, Brian May, Eric Stewart, Graham Gouldman, Jeff Beck, Kevin Godley, Lol Creme, Neil Finn, Ringo Starr, Strawberry Studios, The Hollies, The Yardbirds, Wax | Leave a comment

All fired up and still seeking the love remedy – back in touch with Andrew Roachford

Posted on February 2, 2023 by writewyattuk

Andrew Roachford was suffering from the dreaded ‘man flu’ when I called, but insisted, tongue firmly in cheek, ‘I’ll live’, this veteran singer-songwriter looking to steadily build up his energy reserves for impending rehearsals ahead of a 21-date UK tour, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Acantha Lang, Al Green, Andrew Roachford, Beverley Knight, Cuddly Toy, Jeff Beck, London, Maxi Jazz, Mike + The Mechanics, Mike Rutherford, Music Venue Trust, Roachford, Stephen Roachford, Stevie Wonder, Twice in a Lifetime | 2 Comments

Finding her voice again – the Sam Brown interview

Posted on January 29, 2023 by writewyattuk

I still can’t get used to online video interviews, and this one with Sam Brown was definitely one that caught me out. When in-person one-to-ones are ruled out by time and impracticalities, it’s arguably the next best thing, somewhat more … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged April Moon, Concert for George, Danny Schogger, David Rotheray, Dorset, George Harrison, Homespun, Joe Brown, Joni Mitchell, Jools Holland, Melodyne, Number 8, Of the Moment, Pete Brown, Pink Floyd, Sam Brown, Sam Moore, Small Faces, Squeeze, Stop, Tea, Ukelel, Valentine Moon, Vicki Brown | Leave a comment

Looking back on The Jam, 1982 and all that – back in conversation with Rick Buckler

Posted on January 27, 2023 by writewyattuk

This time 40 years ago, Rick Buckler must have been wondering just what was next, Christmas and New Year behind him, the ultra-successful group that had been his life for the past decade disbanded, his future uncertain. But as the … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 1982, Bruce Foxton, From The Jam, Gary Crowley, guildford, Jimmy Edwards, John Weller, London, Paul McCartney, paul weller, Rick Buckler, Simon Wells, Steve Brookes, The Jam, The Style Council, Time UK, Woking, Zoe Howe | Leave a comment

Going back to my roots – talking an crann and more with The Undertones’ Damian O’Neill

Posted on January 13, 2023 by writewyattuk

Getting on for 45 years since The Undertones recorded debut single ‘Teenage Kicks’ at Belfast’s Wizard Studios, there’s still plenty of love out there for the band and its members, as seen in recent acclaim from critics and fans alike … Continue reading →

Posted in Books Films, TV & Radio, Music | Tagged An Crann, Ash, Belfast, Damian O'Neill, Dave Hattee, Derry, Dig What you Need, Dimple Discs, Erland Cooper, Hannah Peel, John Peel, Kevin Sharkey, Liam Bradley, Loughinisland, Paul Tipler, Positive Touch, Sean O'Hagan, That Petrol Emotion, The Everlasting Yeah, The Love Parade, The Magnetic North, The Undertones | Leave a comment