Ep28 Camden chaos, & the great train robbery - Jeff Bacon

Indi music industry advocate, and ex-manger of the band Alabama 3 Jeff Bacon, tells stories of an unusual coincidence involving the great train robbery, and a chaotic start to a gig at the Camden Jazz Cafe.

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Introduction to Jeff Bacon (00:00:07)
Luke welcomes Jeff Bacon, a business development specialist in the music industry.

Jeff's Role Explained (00:00:20)
Jeff describes his work connecting music and business for independent creators.

Improvisation Exercise (00:00:50)
Luke plays music for Jeff to evoke spontaneous thoughts and feelings.

Musical Influences (00:02:04)
Jeff shares his love for jazz funk and its connection to hip hop.

Story of Alabama 3 (00:03:10)
Jeff recounts managing Alabama 3, known for "Woke Up This Morning."

Connection with BBC Radio (00:04:11)
Jeff discusses arranging a BBC radio session for Alabama 3 after a chance encounter.

Managing Tension with a DJ (00:05:08)
Jeff reveals the challenge of dealing with a DJ who dislikes Alabama 3.

Unexpected Connection (00:07:07)
A surprising link between band member Nick and the radio host changes the interview's dynamics.

Describing Alabama 3's Music (00:08:34)
Jeff explains the unique genres blended in Alabama 3's music.

Evocative Music Imagery (00:10:59)
Jeff reflects on creating mental images while listening to music.

Bluesy and Americana Influences (00:12:34)
Jeff discusses the fusion of genres in Alabama 3's sound.

First Band Experience (00:12:34)
Jeff shares a story about his first band's gig and the challenges faced.

Reality Check at the Gig (00:14:46)
Jeff reflects on the unexpected difficulties during their performance.

Improvisation in Music (00:18:43)
Jeff expresses his appreciation for the uniqueness of improvisation in music.

Closing Thoughts (00:19:19)
Jeff shares insights gained from the podcast, emphasizing improvisation and creativity.

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