Kiwi Tales #8: Andrew London - Songwriter, Singer, Musician
Description
Andrew London is an incredibly clever and talented songwriter, singer and musician. He has a reputation for his witty, satirical lyrics that comment on everyday life in New Zealand.
Episode Links:
Andrew's Website https://andrewlondon.co.nz/
Andrew's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@otakilondons
Andrew's Facebook page https://facebook.com/andrewlondonnz
0:00 Introduction
6:58 I've Got to Get Myself Some New Friends
11:26 Inspiration for Songs
13:32 Set Me Up By the Bar
16:50 I Hugged Me Mate
25:00 Songwriting Process
30:16 Musical Upbringing
39:30 Playing as a Couple
42:42 Beans on Toast
48:04 Engaging with a Crowd
52:16 Groups
53:21 Terry Crayford/Hot Club Sandwich
57:45 Touring
1:03:45 Norfolk Island and NZ Group Tours
1:07:25 Emily Bay
1:12:00 Cattlestops/Colleen Trenwith
1:15:16 Making a Living as a Musician
1:18:36 Hey Man
1:22:41 Let's Talk About Me (The Musical)
1:32:16 Learning an Instrument as a Kid
1:35:51 Favourite Song
1:36:43 I Don't Recognise This Neighbourhood
1:40:56 Play My Way Home
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