One gig took place last week, which was another solo show on Tuesday at Milo. It was quiet (again) and whilst taking place in a nice venue, there was barely enough people to raise a valid response. I played 'Wish You Were Here' as a Rick Wright tribute, no-one really noticed, and then I went home!

Don't worry. The band will be back with 2 gigs this week, and together with another solo set at Fernandes on Sunday aft, it's going to be a really busy week. We've lost 2 drummers in the last 3 months with the band, so I'm anxious to put all this behind us and get on with the job. Thankfully, it's not cost us any gigs but it's still been a hassle to sort everything out.

The news that Rick Wright passed away was naturally very sad, but also a shock as I'd no idea it was imminent. I remember commenting when Billy Preston died that there aren't many iconic keyboard players who are household names. Well Rick was certainly one of them so it's very upsetting news. God bless and rest in peace.

I've just come back from the World Championships weekend for the stock cars. I extracted amazing fuel economy out of my car travelling around East Anglia, also seeing some of the best weather all summer. It was really very nice. 2 Premier Inns, a slightly burnt neck and 2 sore buttocks later (Grandstand seat at Ipswich? it was a concrete step!) I'm back for a busy week-totally knackered but looking forward to getting back out with the band.

Until next week, enjoy yourselves and I'll let you know how the gigs went.