At long last its here after numerous technical problems but like all good things its a bugger having to wait. Its hard to believe as we bask in the summer sunshine that the Paris Riots entered the www.gsfcuk.com studio complaining of the cold.  Below is the audio recorded some time ago with one of Manchester’s rock darlings “The Paris Riots”

Mike Dawson speaks to Guy, Kevin, Toby, and Scott about proper jobs, girls, influences and yoghurt.  The set also includes a couple of acustic numbers performed in front of mics not designed for that purpose.  However I am sure this is one worth sticking under the bed to mature.

The Paris Riots (lost tapes)

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Welcome to another Gloria Swanson Fan Club “Close up” podcast. As promised the full unedited audio interview with virtuoso guitarist Jon Gomm.  His album “Hypertention” is a listen in itself but of course those who know about his music will be aware that the entire sound is produced by a single man and his guitar.  As usual many of you will have heard part of the interview on air but for those who require further study please find below the full unedited version in which he speaks to Mike Dawson about the songwriting skills of Bob Marley, musical influences, mental health and the journey from child prodigy through teenage dirtbag to highly acclaimed guitar virtuoso.  It includes a brilliant version of Bob Marleys classic “Wait in Vain”

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A short vidcast featuring virtuoso (verb: pretty damn good)  guitarist Jon Gomm.

A listen to the album “Hypertention” by Jon Gomm will be enough to convince you of his musical prowess and songwriting skills.  Whats even more interesting as you will see from this short video is his unique visual performance.  You would be forgiven for thinking he records with samplers, percussionists or even a drummer. Not so.  As you will see here every sound you hear is generated by him and his unfortunate battered acoustic guitar.

Click below to watch a short sample of the interview with Mike Dawson and Jon’s rendition of the Bob Marley classic ”Wait in Vain”  The full audio version of the interview will be here soon or available at www.gsfcuk.com

To find out more about Jon Gomm visit www.jongomm.comm

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This is an interview and visit to a fantastic organisation in Manchester called Lifeshare.  They are a charity working to help the homeless population of the city.  They provide food and hot meals throughout the year and of course run a full time service over the Christmas period.  Its around that time that the homeless tend to come to the forefront of our minds and that’s exactly the reason we are putting this podcast online now.  Its spring 2008 and there are still people on the streets who need a hot meal, clothing and shelter.  Remember this charity welcome donations of any kind including items of food or clothing or financial help of any kind.

 You can find them at www.lifeshare.co.uk

Below is the edited interview with Paul from Lifeshare that was originally aired prior to Christmas 2007.  Not much has changed since.  

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