And lo, as the season of festive lunacy descended, ‘twas written that the roadies and performers would return from whence they came, and seek answers to the big questions of existence. Where does the food come from? Where does the laundry go? And why do I keep waking up in the same place I went […]
Merry Gigmas, Everyone! Read More »
I’m crouched over an open suitcase in my pyjamas, next to a tour bus at the side of the road, rootling around in a pile of clothes trying to find some clean socks. It doesn’t help that it’s raining and I seem to be providing the entertainment for passers-by. Still, hopefully the showers in the
Pants on the Pavement: the unglamorous side of touring Read More »
Wow, it’s easy to procrastinate isn’t it? I never need to schedule cleaning out the drawers in my house because I know they’ll be spotless come tax return time. Things that never even occur to me to do the rest of the year suddenly become of paramount importance and great interest – and I know
How often do you take time to do the things which truly replenish you? The kind of things which leave you feeling both relaxed and revived; less stressed and more energised? We all have different things which make us just feel better. For me it’s my yoga and meditation practice, going for a walk
Put On Your Oxygen Mask! Read More »
My name is Becky Pell and I am an anomaly. I’m a sound engineer, and I’m a woman. It’s an unusual combination, but I’m rarely conscious of it until someone points it out. Usually the conversation goes something like: ‘wow, a female engineer, you don’t see that very often’. Me: ‘No, there aren’t many of
Lady Roadie: Touring life on the tech crew (when you don’t look like the other boys!) Read More »
If you follow me on Facebook, you’ll know that I’ve recently returned from a month of advanced teacher training on the beautiful Indonesian island of Bali (I know, tough huh?) I’ve chosen to do my trainings as intensives like this because of touring commitments – my lifestyle means I can’t be in one place at
A month of further yoga study in Bali Read More »
I’m in Bali doing further yoga study at the moment (life doesn’t suck it’s fair to say!) So inspired by the wonderful food here, I thought I’d share some of my favourite Asian recipes with you. Asian salad The flavours in this are alive, zingy and refreshing… I can eat this stuff by the bowlful
Being a professional gypsy can be a lot of fun, but let’s face it, it’s not always conducive to optimum health. I lived a really unhealthy life when I first started touring – in fact I had every bad habit going – but over the years I’ve figured out ways to love life on the
Live Fast, Stay Young! (A former reprobate’s guide to getting healthier on the road) Read More »
Oh Dhaling, You Shouldn’t Have… …well actually you should, because this baby is nutritious, yummy and a perfect weeknight dinner. Like most of these recipes, it works brilliantly for a leftovers lunch too. Serves 4 hungry people. Ingredients 2 medium aubergines, cut into 1-2 inch chunks 1 medium butternut squash, cut into 1-2 inch
Have you seen the film “Quartet”? Set in an English stately home and featuring some of Britain’s finest actors (Billy Connolly, Dame Maggie Smith, Michael Gambon, Pauline Collins), it’s a wonderful story about a group of retired classical musicians who create a retirement home for themselves. Much like conventional retirement villages, they each have their
The Ultimate End-of-Tour Party Read More »
