on tour with Edan and Ricky Powell

Posted on | December 29, 2009 | No Comments

Thanks to everyone that made it to the London show – I’m sure you’ll agree that Edan’s set was something special. Ricky Powell’s slideshow was equally memorable. He was pretty wasted – apologies to anyone he offended – but amusing nonetheless. Jehst and Micall Parknsun completely smacked it – man those guys can spit.

The next morning we set off to ATP festival, a bit worse for wear if truth be told. We got a bit lost on the way out of London; I think it is fair to say Edan was not impressed by my navigation skills. A crash on the motorway left us in gridlock traffic for another hour, not an especially smooth journey all round.

We finally got to Minehead, just in time for Edan to do a soundcheck. From that point on the weekend was a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Edan came on at midnight and entertained a huge crowd with his heady blend of psychedelia and soul.

Later on that night, Edan’s old friend Cherrystones played an epic set at the Crazy Horse Bar. I was pretty smashed by this point but from what I remember it was great. It was a real pleasure getting to hang out with Cherrystones and his friends over the course of the weekend. These guys a true music aficionados – their passion is infectious and they are great fun to be around.

The next day it was Ricky’s turn to perform. This was nothing like the London Show – Ricky was sober, witty, eloquent and laid back. The crowd were really receptive and when the slideshow ended a stampede of fans descended on the merchandise desk to pick up signed books.

That night I had the misfortune of chancing upon a Sunn O]]] gig – that sound they make will haunt my dreams forever.

Tonight Edan and Ricky are performing in Ireland, before heading back to NYC. It’s been a good tour and I hope we will be welcoming them back to the UK before too long.