‘A guy held a knife to my throat and said: play something normal!’ Richard Thompson on crazy crowds, his beloved beret and Sandy Denny’s driving skills
British folk legend Richard Thompson reflects on his career, his musical peers, and his experiences with fans in a reader-led interview. He discusses the camaraderie of the 1960s folk scene and his latest album release.
Why it matters
Thompson is a significant cultural figure whose career offers insight into the evolution of British folk music and the music industry.
‘I wanted to do my Anglo-Celtic thing and sing in my own accent’ … Richard Thompson. Photograph: Paul Clampin ‘I wanted to do my Anglo-Celtic thing and sing in my own accent’ … Richard Thompson. Photograph: Paul Clampin Film & Music reader interview Richard Thompson Interview ‘A guy held a knife to my throat and said: play something normal!’ Richard Thompson on crazy crowds, his beloved beret and Sandy Denny’s driving skills As told to Dave Simpson As he releases new album Hippies, Thugs and Heroes, the 77-year-old British folk legend answers your questions about Billy Connolly, Californian fish and chips and whether he nearly joined the Eagles
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