Some thoughts on the creative process.

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From my YT archives, an old documentary on L.A Woman, the Doors' final LP as a four-piece, following the sad demise of Morrison in a Paris bathtub in 1971. Plenty of good insights into the band's creative approach in this one. The album stands tall as one of the best rock records of the era. So many funky, memorable songs.

 

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the Doors' final LP as a four-piece, following the sad demise of Morrison in a Paris bathtub in 1971.

Also as an addition, some outtakes from that documentary. Keyboardist Ray Manzarek always has plenty to divulge on the creative juices of the band, RIP to a wonderful, engaging soul and a marvellous musician.

 

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Lex Fridman sits down with legendary bassist Tal Wilkenfeld. The music she made with Jeff Beck was sensational. Their gig at Ronnie Scott's London Jazz club from the 2000s was a real gem, will have to find a playlist of it on YT. In this talk she demonstrates her drive and intelligence as an artist.

 

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Rick Beato has had a 2hr sit-down with erstwhile Pink Floyd guitar hero David Gilmour. A good chat where he talks about his playing, his jamming, effects pedals etc. He tended to use the studio as a bonus band member. Plus he's a very chilled-out, gentle soul. Essential listening for fans.

 

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BTW, there's nothing against Waters discussed in this show. They do touch on the band dynamic, but there's no angry rants here. Having said that, I'm sad that both he and his wife Polly Samson fail to see Waters' point of view vis a vis Gaza/Israel. That's not really Beato's remit though, nor Gilmour's in fairness. If you're a music fan there's so much to enjoy in the interview.

 

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A short analysis of the Occult themes and a wee biography, of William Blake's artistic works. He was a genuine polymath. Just as an example; when he was a young man, all questing spirit and short tempered, he took a dislike to religious orthodoxy and artistic formalism. He wanted to read the original prints of the Bible, so taught himself ancient Hebrew in a couple of years. His legendary quote, "Oh Father, oh how unlike the Son!", a jibe aimed at Yahweh, inspired generations of spiritual firebrands across the arts.