Larry Killip Podcasts

Ray Simpson was a pioneering guitar maker in New Zealand and made his first electric guitar in the 1940s. In the 1960s he helped start up Beverley Bruce and Goldie a company making amplifiers and guitars. At the time. Ray designed some of the early Jansen guitars and eventually went on to produce his own "Simpson" guitars, which have since become collectors items. In this podcast Larry Killip talks to Ray Simpson's son Peter.  Thanks to Chris Diack for Snippets of Ray Simpson from an interview he did.

Late in life (71yrs) I have been forced to face my anxiety disorder. Sharing the journey as I undergo treatment may help me and may also be of interest to others.  There will be several Eps tracking the  treatment I am about to undertake. I am not an expert, I will merely talk through my problems and my opinions on completely relying on professionals to bring me back from "the edge".  Just every day ramblings, I trust there will be all sorts of insights that arise.

Shona Laing is a New Zealand songwriter/Artist. She has had several hits in her native country, as well as a few minor international hits, most notably "(Glad I'm) Not a Kennedy" and "Soviet Snow". In the 1980s Shona sang and recorded with Manfred Mann's Earthband, she is still active releasing new material in 2020.

Larry Killip talks candidly about his album "When I Was A Boy". A brief talk through each song. "When I Was A Boy" released by GAP records in the UK is available on iTunes/Amazon/7Digital and many others. Just search "Larry Killip".

 

When I Was A Boy - Review

"In an age of formulaic pop devoid of melody and intelligent lyrics Killip goes against the grain but to anyone who enjoys catchy hooks and infectious playing the 12 tracks will have you singing along after one playing. ‘Johnny Is A Runner’ is a cracking track and with decent radio airplay could be a chart success. Equally ‘Radioman’ underlines Killip’s brilliant song writing talent and ear for sharp lyrics. Catch this CD and you will love it! Guaranteed."

Franklin Charles Bishop - Elite Magazine

Transcribed from a 1950s broadcast acetate disc, an interview with Luthier Mr Zettwitz of Auckland New Zealand. Introduction by Larry Killip

The Dallas Four were a four piece band working Auckland New Zealand night clubs in the 1960's. Well known for their close harmonies and polished sound. Larry Killip talks to Drummer and vocalist Jim Ford plus Keyboard and vocalist Graham Gill about their days in the Dallas Four.

Iced Tea commercial at the front was broadcast on NZ pirate radio station Radio Hauraki 1968, featuring Hauraki DJ Ross Goodwin.

Larry Killip talks to Shade Smith, songwriter/vocalist/guitarist from New Zealand band The Rumour. The Rumour had several big Shade Smith hits in NZ back in the 1970's, "L'Amour Est L'enfant DeLa Liberte", and "Holy Morning" to mention two. Shade also wrote "Sunshine through A Prism", a big hit for NZ singer "Suzanne", formerly of The Chicks. Here Shade talks about the band's early days in Huntly NZ and takes us through the hits and beyond.

Larry Killip talks about his album When I Was A Boy, Larry features four songs from the album and sings the first line of each song live in the podcast studio then blends in the recorded version..

‘When I Was A Boy’ is a real throwback to good old fashioned “pop” – each song is a pure gem – great pop tracks which you will love the minute you hear them.

Franklin Bishop

Elite Lifestyle magazine

Larry Killip is an artist/producer downunder with several album releases to his name. The album "When I Was A Boy" was released by Gap Music (www.gapmusic.co.uk) and is available on 7Digital.com, iTunes, Rhapsody.com, Amazon.com and many others.

During the 1960's and 70's the South Island of New Zealand had it's own music thing going down, bands like Chapta and Link were major players in those formative years. Dave Kennedy, with his unique vocal style and musical input had a big part in shaping the destiny of both these bands. Larry Killip, a bit of an old rocker himself, talked to Dave in some detail about those days. Dave Kennedy still sings and plays professionally in 2009, having decided to go back to his southern clan they are the luckier for it.