So great that Peter and the other gents meet regardless of VDGG; having lunch and chatting as old friends. That's the way it should be - if only other artists could put their egos aside to do the same! Peter's been an inspiration to me for over a decade, having gotten into the group aged 15. He'll always be in my top 10 song writers. J
Peter, you have made such an incredible artistic impact. Whenever I have to release angst, you have facilitated the process- and I am in awe of what it has taken to keep getting the music out. Thank you.
Late one night John Peel was mumbling away, about something or other (possibly Kenny Dalglish's latest flash of brilliance) and then he said words to the effect of, 'Here's the first track from Van Der Graff Generator's new album, Godbluff.' Echoed flute notes. A compelling voice that sang, 'Here, at the glass, all the usual problems, all the habitual farce.' It was like hearing something that I had been waiting to hear all my life. It was like love. It was like I brought the album the next day and the backtracking soon followed. If I had to throw all my music away but keep just one band, I'd have to argue for Hammill's solo albums as well. Definitely love.
Peter hammill est un grand poete sous-estimer. 32 albums studios en solo,deux recueil de poésie, 12 albums studios avec Van der graaf generator. ....wow!!👌
Brian Parks I've lived to see geddy Lee playing bass with Yes , afc Bournemouth playing in division one ,Jeremy Corbyn become too dog - but Peter Hammil becoming a household name ? love from the swanky new forest
I was a huge VDGG/ Peter Hammill fan during the seventies . I used to wear a cream coloured Peter Hammill monogram badge ( remember those ? ) on my denim jacket . Very few had any idea who the badge represented . I also won a signed PH album after one of my questions to Peter Hamill was read out to him by the radio presenter on whose late night music show he appeared as a guest on after I'd written umpteen letters urging the host to get the great man on . It worked . Still have the signed LP
Was that John Diliberto's show out of Phila. in the 80s? In those days there were very, very few records stores carrying pH/VDGG albums but the long drives to them were rewarded. Except when the guy dropped the only copy of Killers, Angels, Refugees, Hammill's 1st book, behind a high bookshelf that couldn’t be unfastened from the wall! That was a sad ride home.
Peter Hammill was actually a bit taken aback by my question . He had just released the Sitting Targets album ( the signed album in question ) ; I said it was probably my least favourite of his solo albumd to date and asked if it was a conscious decision or not to make an album which was aimed at the current new wave music listeners , departing from the darker , more acoustically , organ driven music of earlier albums which his fan base preferred . Needless to say , he wasn't too enamoured by the question . I think he took umbrage at the veiled suggestion that he was in the process of dumbing down . He signed the album nonetheless lol
And what a great record it is!!!!!! Also ordered two Hammill solo records, he is just as good single as in part of VDGG, just different..but sometimes not THAT different.
Saw VdGG live a few years ago, PH still had a full head of hair. Can't believe how much he's aged! Sad to say, he looks much older than 68. At least he's still plugging away at his music. When PH was young he looked like Orlando Bloom.
There’s a video on here called “ cable access “ an interview with Peter before a gig in Vienna in the usa in 2008 - as this is said to be and he looks 10 years younger with his hair on 😳
@@newforestpixie5297 Didn't he suffer a heart attack before VdGG reunited? A heart attack could have also contributed to him looking older than his age. Add drinking to the mix. At least he doesn't have the pressures most average people have trying tp earn a living. PH has been quite lucky being able to earn a living via his music. That and not having to pay for health insurance. Living in a country with socialized medicine alleviates a lot of stress! In the UK, health insurance isn't tied to a person's job, which means people don't have to stay at soul sucking jobs in order to have health insurance.
One band that would be listed as “no chance in hell of getting in to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame but definitely would be first in line in the Twilight Zone”
It looks a bit ‘ grand ‘ to be his doesn’t it. I’d not have anticipated the gaudy gold vibe going on like with that picture frame . Interior design is not my thing at all but omg I just noticed the animal head above his head ! No way is that his place- he’s been Vegan forever I believe. Fucking weird irony if that is his - my lady and children wouldn’t stand for it , nor would I 🏴😇❤️from hordle-on-sea
Why not? Many bands did play live with extra musicians and not give up their identity, Rolling Stones, Steely Dan, Frank Zappa, Genesis, and probably many others.
BRING BACK THE 2 SAX MAN DAVE JACKSON FOR A REUNION ALBUM AND TOUR. I THINK PINK FLOYD AND TRAFFIC WERE INFLUENCED BY VDGG . THEY KIND OF PATTERNED THEIR SOUND AND WRITING AFTER THEM. THESE GUYS HAD A DARK INTENSE POWERFUL SOUND. THEY MAY HAVE HAD A BIGGER INFLUENCE ON METAL THAN MOST PEOPLE MAY REALIZE, AS WELL AS BANDS LIKE CHICAGO.
I was amazed to read in John Lydons’ biography that PH was a big influence upon him and how he’d pissed off their manager ( the sex Pistols ) when on a ‘ desert island discs ‘ type programme on Capitol Radio , Lydon played two from Peters’ solo material and gushed about the fellas originality. 🏴😇
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VDGG, Genesis, Yes, King Crimson etc I feel blessed to have lived this music.
All My Favorites and I would add Pink Floyd, Supertramp, Camel, Jethro Tull, Gentle Giant, Soft Machine, Marillion and Rush.
My musical hero and biggest influence.
A genius of the rarest kind. He is a world treasure.
a true genious
Nice to hear Peter talk so sincerely of his work with the band
So great that Peter and the other gents meet regardless of VDGG; having lunch and chatting as old friends. That's the way it should be - if only other artists could put their egos aside to do the same! Peter's been an inspiration to me for over a decade, having gotten into the group aged 15. He'll always be in my top 10 song writers. J
Danser/Mover Damn straight man. I know Rush are humble as hell too.
I could listen to Peter for hours!!!
I took a liking to Peter Hammill when I first listened to his "And close as this" album --
a fine artist he is and a true musician's musician!
Peter, you have made such an incredible artistic impact. Whenever I have to release angst, you have facilitated the process- and I am in awe of what it has taken to keep getting the music out. Thank you.
"Facilitated process"... yep sounds like us.
Amazing band, mind-boggling singer, cannot wait to hear this new offering!
Late one night John Peel was mumbling away, about something or other (possibly Kenny Dalglish's latest flash of brilliance) and then he said words to the effect of, 'Here's the first track from Van Der Graff Generator's new album, Godbluff.' Echoed flute notes. A compelling voice that sang, 'Here, at the glass, all the usual problems, all the habitual farce.' It was like hearing something that I had been waiting to hear all my life. It was like love. It was like I brought the album the next day and the backtracking soon followed. If I had to throw all my music away but keep just one band, I'd have to argue for Hammill's solo albums as well. Definitely love.
That's me with The Sleepwalkers or Man-Erg
Greatest songwriter ever
Peter hammill est un grand poete sous-estimer. 32 albums studios en solo,deux recueil de poésie, 12 albums studios avec Van der graaf generator. ....wow!!👌
37 albums.
I love this man and VDGG. Best of British.
Long Live VDGG. Pete Hammill for U.S. President in 2016.
He can't be because he's British ;)
he doesn't trust politicians so he wouldn't wanna be one :p
Even though that's all true. He'd still do a better job than Hillary or The Donald. LOL
TheSabeMan Definitely would get music back in the public school system. And underrated pioneer.
Brian Parks I've lived to see geddy Lee playing bass with Yes , afc Bournemouth playing in division one ,Jeremy Corbyn become too dog - but Peter Hammil becoming a household name ? love from the swanky new forest
Its true what he says, the best music grows on you..its not an instant yes!!!!
Wish I could just shake this guy's hand and say "Thanks, how can I help?"
I had the chance to meet him in 76, and ive regretted not talking to him ever since.
I was a huge VDGG/ Peter Hammill fan during the seventies . I used to wear a cream coloured Peter Hammill monogram badge ( remember those ? ) on my denim jacket . Very few had any idea who the badge represented . I also won a signed PH album after one of my questions to Peter Hamill was read out to him by the radio presenter on whose late night music show he appeared as a guest on after I'd written umpteen letters urging the host to get the great man on . It worked . Still have the signed LP
Was that John Diliberto's show out of Phila. in the 80s? In those days there were very, very few records stores carrying pH/VDGG albums but the long drives to them were rewarded. Except when the guy dropped the only copy of Killers, Angels, Refugees, Hammill's 1st book, behind a high bookshelf that couldn’t be unfastened from the wall! That was a sad ride home.
Btw what was the question you asked?
No , it was actually on a radio station in the West of Scotland called , Radio Clyde . Jeff Cooper , I think , was the DJ ' s name .
Peter Hammill was actually a bit taken aback by my question . He had just released the Sitting Targets album ( the signed album in question ) ; I said it was probably my least favourite of his solo albumd to date and asked if it was a conscious decision or not to make an album which was aimed at the current new wave music listeners , departing from the darker , more acoustically , organ driven music of earlier albums which his fan base preferred . Needless to say , he wasn't too enamoured by the question . I think he took umbrage at the veiled suggestion that he was in the process of dumbing down . He signed the album nonetheless lol
ThefightingCelt - Sitting Targets contains some of his best songwriting!
Best rock singer ever.
Or, best 4 singers ever, as he sings as he was many...
VDGraaff are a rare beast, unique, original, incredible.........still waiting for my saviour ..................
And what a great record it is!!!!!! Also ordered two Hammill solo records, he is just as good single as in part of VDGG, just different..but sometimes not THAT different.
From Argentina: PH for eveeeeeerrrrrr!!!!!
El más grande junto a Freddie y Plant. Pero hay algo en Peter mucho mas especial, es más emocional.
Y que también vengan a Chile. Podré morir en paz si los pudiera ver en vivo
A true genius
Saw VdGG live a few years ago, PH still had a full head of hair. Can't believe how much he's aged! Sad to say, he looks much older than 68. At least he's still plugging away at his music. When PH was young he looked like Orlando Bloom.
He drinks too much that's why he looks so old...His nose is red , his cheeks too
There’s a video on here called “ cable access “ an interview with Peter before a gig in Vienna in the usa in 2008 - as this is said to be and he looks 10 years younger with his hair on 😳
@@newforestpixie5297 Didn't he suffer a heart attack before VdGG reunited? A heart attack could have also contributed to him looking older than his age. Add drinking to the mix. At least he doesn't have the pressures most average people have trying tp earn a living. PH has been quite lucky being able to earn a living via his music. That and not having to pay for health insurance. Living in a country with socialized medicine alleviates a lot of stress! In the UK, health insurance isn't tied to a person's job, which means people don't have to stay at soul sucking jobs in order to have health insurance.
I loved it!
A national Treasure
PH looks way older than he actually is.
but voice is pretty young
He´s 67 here, incredible.
he has had heart problems...indeed
One band that would be listed as “no chance in hell of getting in to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame but definitely would be first in line in the Twilight Zone”
👍🕊️☮️🕊️👍
Peter looks increasingly like one of the horsemen of the apocalypse :-O
Pyrococcal TV Hmm. more like the ferryman across Styx?
is this shot in hammill's house?!
It looks a bit ‘ grand ‘ to be his doesn’t it. I’d not have anticipated the gaudy gold vibe going on like with that picture frame . Interior design is not my thing at all but omg I just noticed the animal head above his head ! No way is that his place- he’s been Vegan forever I believe. Fucking weird irony if that is his - my lady and children wouldn’t stand for it , nor would I 🏴😇❤️from hordle-on-sea
I hope they will tour with some extra musicians to widen the sound palete and have an overal more powerfull sound
The trio is certainly wide enough!
What would be the point? It wouldn't be VDGG then, would it?
Why not? Many bands did play live with extra musicians and not give up their identity, Rolling Stones, Steely Dan, Frank Zappa, Genesis, and probably many others.
My next band is gonna be called The This-Is-The-Very-Difficult-Bit Chaps
24:50 oooh taking SHOTS. I didn't realize I liked him this much till this interview
BRING BACK THE 2 SAX MAN DAVE JACKSON FOR A REUNION ALBUM AND TOUR. I THINK PINK FLOYD AND TRAFFIC WERE INFLUENCED BY VDGG . THEY KIND OF PATTERNED THEIR SOUND AND WRITING AFTER THEM. THESE GUYS HAD A DARK INTENSE POWERFUL SOUND. THEY MAY HAVE HAD A BIGGER INFLUENCE ON METAL THAN MOST PEOPLE MAY REALIZE, AS WELL AS BANDS LIKE CHICAGO.
I was amazed to read in John Lydons’ biography that PH was a big influence upon him and how he’d pissed off their manager ( the sex Pistols ) when on a ‘ desert island discs ‘ type programme on Capitol Radio , Lydon played two from Peters’ solo material and gushed about the fellas originality. 🏴😇
Is this PH's sitting room?
Hope so)))
..so old..(sigh ..sigh.time go..)
Berlina pero non berliner
Peter does not look well. Very best wishes to him.
He has lost his hair over the last couple of years, but other than that he is looking fine.
the brits age poorly
He looks full of alcohol permanently...all the signs are there of an alcoholic and it reflects in the music