Tag Archives: Andy Strickland

Room at the top – The Loft and beyond with Andy Strickland

Posted on May 28, 2021 by writewyattuk

Three and a half decades after they dramatically broke up, mid-song, on a London stage on the final night of a nationwide tour, The Loft continue to inspire, with interest in this influential four-piece seemingly perpetual and having just led … Continue reading →

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Down from The Loft and virtually coming your way – the Pete Astor interview

Posted on April 2, 2020 by writewyattuk

Three weeks after our initial chat, my latest interviewee was updating me on recent developments while publicising two live shows direct from his place this weekend – in lieu of a cancelled tour – and organising online seminars and lectures … Continue reading →

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Next Train From Yeovil – The Return of The Chesterfields

Posted on September 12, 2019 by writewyattuk

Thirty-five years after taking their first tentative steps into the world of independent pop fame, The Chesterfields are back for a string of UK dates this September. Founder member Simon Barber (bass, vocals) will be joined on the road by … Continue reading →

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The Orchids / The Chesterfields / The Suncharms – Preston, The Continental

Posted on February 20, 2017 by writewyattuk

In these uncertain times, I’m all for reaffirmations that things ain’t so bad after all, and three treasured indie bands put plenty of smiles on faces at a Lancashire riverside pub venue on Friday night, serving up a feast of … Continue reading →

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Sofa, so good – talking about The Chesterfields with Simon Barber

Posted on February 9, 2017 by writewyattuk

With his monthly magazine deadline approaching, Simon Barber could probably do without a long chat with me about The Chesterfields. The 58-year-old – born the day after Paul Weller in the same Surrey town – is these days at the … Continue reading →

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