Richard Thurston

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I'm a Suffolk boy at heart and never really liked the frantic buzz of the big city,skyscrapers and everything. I played guitar and bass in a few bands back in the day, including my own ska infused new wave outfit DT Slides.I even got a shout from the late great John Peel, a moment to savour as far as I was concerned. Been writing stuff since year dot. Essentially it's my secret friend and the only one I got. We talk and share our despair and delight with the world. I really like this quote and pray I can live up to its mantra. 'Here is your country. Cherish these natural wonders, cherish the natural resources, cherish the history and romance as a sacred heritage, for your children and your children's children. Do not let selfish men or greedy interests skin your country of its beauty, its riches or its romance.” Theodore Roosevelt.

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What is music to you? What does it give you?

Art

What is your music dream?

Global domination of the cassette buying market. The perfect song performed with aplomb.

If you could change the world - what would you start with?

Peace, justice and sustainable living!

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

First single I wanna hold your hand by the Beatles!

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Zappa,Fagen,Costello,XTC,Theo Katzman etc etc

What inspires you to make music?

See question three!

What is the message you want to send with your music?

Inclusion

How do you feel when you perform in front of an audience?

Excited

How do you see the musicians’ reality nowadays? What could be improved?

Think global act local.

What do you think of Drooble?

A superb platform for musicians worldwide.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Technology that sucks creativity

Do you support your local scene as a fan? How?

I am allowed out once a month!

What qualities should a musician nowadays have in order to get their music heard by a larger audience?

Originality

Share some awesome artists that we’ve never heard of.

Gentle Giant,Cafe Jacques,Reb Capper.