I first saw Peter Bond at a folk club in Middleton near Manchester probably round about 1980. This club was run (I believe) by a couple called Ken and Pepsi. My partner Di and myself were astounded when he did a floor spot. We didn't know who he was but he was so good that we knew he must be somebody well known. What a presence and what a song writer. As a result of this we bought all of his available albums and I consider the song Awkward Age to be one of the finest songs written. It's such a shame that no more songs have been released since that album. Roland's Oak is another great song.
I saw Peter perform live at the White Swan in Ladybarn Manchester maybe in 1981 where he did a bit of juggling. The lights were dimmed and he juggled with lighted torches as I remember which is not bad for someone who apparently had no confidence.
Also a hello to Mark Dowding who I remember well from Harry Boardman's Unicorn club on a Saturday night. His renditions of Little Pot Stove and Christmas 1914 were always impeccably performed. Let us not forget also Harry himself who was such an easy-going friendly chap and a vehicle for new talent.
Let's hope Peter Bond does some more gigs as he is a great talent and deserves a wider audience.