Let Christy Take It

Derek and Kieran are delighted to be joined by Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Bev Bevan. Bev has been a member of some of the most iconic bands in music history, from The Move to Electric Light Orchestra. We discuss the formation of The Move, one of the most influential bands of the 1960's and how the band morphed into the magnificent, Electric Light Orchestra, Touring with Black Sabbath and the connection to Spinal Tap. The episode is packed with tales of musical royalty from the King of the percussion. 

We were also joined by Joy Strachan who along with Bev are members of Quill. We discuss the upcoming tour and recent release Riding Rainbows.

Let Christy Take it bring you Bev Bevan and Joy Strachan.

Credit to Mark (Mr Blue Sky) Cullen for editing  

Kieran and Derek are feeling like a pair of Super Trooper's as they are joined by Janne Schaffer to celebrate the release of the new studio album Voyage by ABBA. Janne is a Swedish songwriter and guitarist who has had huge solo success in his native Sweden but is better known as a session musician with the Swedish icons.

Janne was invited by Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson to play on sessions in 1971. Janne played on People Need Love, and was ABBA’s most frequently used guitarist until he got too busy with his own career in the mid-1970s. Janne contributed to all of ABBA’s studio albums, with the exception of The Visitors.  Some of the more famous songs to feature his work are Ring Ring, Waterloo, SOS, Eagle, I Have A Dream, Super Trouper and Under Attack.

We also talk of Jannes experiences of working with Pink Floyd and Bob Marley.

Let Christy Take It bring you Janne Schaffer.

Thanks to Mark Cullen for his editing skills. As usual he is on the Money Money Money!

Kieran and Derek are joined by music producer and songwriter John Williams. John has worked with a stellar line up of music acts across all genres. It was great to hear the stories behind many of the most popular chart toppers we all know and love. John regaled us with tales from the music industry and his own personal journey through music. Huge thanks to our editor Mark Cullen.

For this week's episode Derek and Kieran are Joined by Will Sergeant founder and guitarist for Echo and the Bunnymen. Will has recently released his memoir, "Bunnyman". The book is a no holds barred look at life in a working class area on the suburbs of Liverpool. We discuss the influences and music Will was listening to that would lead him to forming the band and playing the legendary Eric's and eventually propelling the band to international success.

We are very privileged and proud to present, Will Sergeant.  

Special thanks to Jess for arranging and Mark for his editing of this episode.

Derek and Kieran are joined by Dave Hemingway. Dave became a member of The Housemartins after replacing Hugh Whitaker on drums, we discuss the genius behind the video "Five Get Over Excited" which introduced Dave to the public as a member of the band. We also talk about the formation and outstanding back catalogue of music from The Beautiful South. Dave has released his new album "Cool To Be Kind" with his band Sunbirds and is embarking on a national tour.

Thanks to Maria for all her assistance in arranging the interview.

Let Christy Take It are proud to present Dave Hemingway.

Mark scores a Perfect 10 for his editing prowess. 

Kieran and Derek are joined this week by James Warren and Al Steele from the brilliant Korgis. A band with its roots in prog rock with Stackridge, they played the first ever Glastonbury, James would eventually form The Korgis with Andy Davis in 1978. Bursting into the mainstream with their highly melodic tunes, thoughtful lyrics, strong vocal harmonies and uber-catchy hooks eventually resulted in commercial success with "If I Had You" The Dumb Waiters album was a big success largely owing to the runaway hit 'Everybody's Got To Learn Sometime'.

The Band are back with the innovate release " Kartoon World" an album that spans generations.

Let Christy Take It are proud to present The Korgis.

Big kudos to our editor in chief Mark Cullen for all his hard work