Brett Morgan Interview

Where were you born?

London

What is your age?

Where do you live now?

West Sussex.

Are you married?

Yes to Tiffany.

Any children?

One daughter - Jade.

How old were you when you started playing?

When did you realize that you would become a professional?

Who were your musical influences?

My father, Barry Morgan, Stevie wonder, Steve Gadd, Dave Wekyl, Matt Johnson...many, many...

How did you get your first professional gig?

I auditioned at the age of 16 for a touring theatre company.

Do you play any other instruments?

I own a key board, bass and guitar!

What do you do in your spare time?

Ride horses and write songs.

What drives you?

An old Volvo and oxygen.

What are your future goals; where do you see yourself in five years?

Having another mid life crisis.

What is one thing about you that would really surprise our readers?

Sometimes I can form a sentence.

Do you have a "most memorable moment" with the GL band so far?

Clichéd as it may seem, every night of the tour was memorable, but the first night, as a new band, was obviously pretty special.

What about this experience has surprised you the most?

Finishing every gig...breathing.

What do you like best about working with Greg Lake?

His attitude, humour and talent.

What is your impression of the music industry today?

Too many manufactured and over-produced 'bands'.

What can be done to improve the industry?

Dig large hole and put the above into it.

Are you writing any new material?

We will be shortly.

If you could have one "musical wish," what would it be?

To write a classic.

What musicians, alive or deceased, would be in your "ultimate band?"

They are in it.

Do you ever get stage fright? If so, how do you overcome it?

Yes. I hit things.

What would you most like to say to the fans?

Thanks for being so supportive, it means a lot.

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