Is making a record a pleasurable process?
Well, it’s always pleasurable, because of the musicians I’m working with. It’s a bit slower than it used to be, takes a bit of time. But it’s great fun, because the musicians are so wonderful. We’re all good friends and we have a good time together. Ian [] is here right now – he comes up to see me every week, and we talk about music all the time. I choose the songs, but it’s very informal. We don’t get together for proper rehearsals. The band know