It has been nearly 22 years since Irish bluesman Rory Gallagher last plugged a Stratocaster into a Fender amp and made it sing. But this week, an American bluesman with Irish roots will release a tribute to Rory Gallagher. Michael… Read More ›
Michael Katon
The Night Rory Gallagher Broke Belfast’s Musical Drought
Jimi Hendrix was once asked how it felt to be the world’s greatest guitarist. He replied: ‘I don’t know, go ask Rory Gallagher’.” Belfast, New Year’s Day 1972. Forty five years ago. There hadn’t been a rock concert played in… Read More ›
The Man From Hell Comes To The 100 Club
Michael Katon and drummer Johnny Bee relax backstage at The 100 Club Michael Katon Live! The 100 Club in Oxford Street, London boasts a strong tradition of supporting the blues, having hosted Howlin’ Wolf, Muddy Waters, Bo Diddley, Otis Span,… Read More ›
Michael Katon, a UK Tour, Two Letters and a Special Cat
Have you ever written to a musician? What happened? Unless you are currently enjoying supper with Bono, I suspect the answer is “not very much”. Not that I would generally blame the musicians. I’m sure at least sixty percent of… Read More ›
Rock’s Great “Lost” Albums of The Eighties #4: Michael Katon – Proud To Be Loud
Being born and raised in Hell must be quite a problem. It’s a bad neighbourhood. Your neighbours tend to be the sort that don’t mow their lawn (and store shopping trolleys there), seldom sort the recycling bin bags properly and… Read More ›
