I know that Irish musicians worked behind the Iron Curtain, because I knew a lot who worked in East Germany. I was offered a gig in Leipzig.

However I was surprised to see all the Irish bars in Russia, and I wondered if there were Irish musicians inside. I found Russia very oppressive. The tour guide had strange ideas about English society, and she was amazed at my boldness in marchig into a big hotel to use the bog.

I am not sure that is allowed, she said.
I think the security men on the door caught a glimpse of the desperation in mt eyes.

Every guitarist loves Spain. And they like us - its their national instrument. Ordinary pub audience are frequently knowledgeable.