We need a war every 10 years, so we can stay match fit in case the Germans try again.
AL MURRAYIn the world of comedy, there’s this: “If it’s going badly, get off. If it’s going well, get off”. You can’t argue with that either.
More Al Murray Quotes
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It helps that, if I don’t want to play, I don’t really have to! I’m not the best drummer in the world, but it’s something I love and enjoy, and that sounds like a good trade.
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All about how he developed his career and his creativity as a comedian. Lots of what he talks about is relevant to anyone in the creative arts.
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Our cheeky sidekick. We’re like a motorcycle and sidecar.
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Music is endlessly fascinating.
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The American dream? We don’t have a dream in Britain because we’re bloody awake!
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I try to be musical. Drums can set a mood, create an impression, as much as anything else.
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I never used to take holidays and it would upset ex-wives and girlfriends, but working has me in a better mood than doing nothing.
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I read a lot. I spend of lot time thinking. It actually looks like I’m doing nothing, but… hanging out with clever and interesting people is a must if you’re writing comedy, like hanging out with a good bass player when you’re a drummer.
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When I left uni, I carried on playing and trying out at stand-up.
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Seriously, if you want to get inside the head of a stand-up comic, you could do a lot worse than reading Steve Martin’s Born Standing Up.
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I think it’s really easy to forget that – I’d sooner play something musical than flash, and as I can’t play anything flash.
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I love drums and love how they look, so we offer re-wrapping to reboot your old kit, a hardware lacquering service – the black looks amazing, and bespoke snare drums.
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My mum had a cousin that had played when he was younger.
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Actually, when you’re doing something you love, even when you’re busy and it’s hectic you don’t feel the need to relax.
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It’s a weight problem isn’t it; you can’t wait for lunch.
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