Hero worship

Overheard after John Cooper Clarke's set in Harrogate last night.

"He was good but I could have done without the swearing."

Not sure what she expected. We're talking about the original punk poet, after all.

Anyway, a very enjoyable evening. After the show I queued three times.

First, to buy some Squeeze merchandise and a token for the CD of the concert.

Second, to present my token and collect my CD of the concert.

Finally I stood in a long queue that led, eventually, to the entire band signing the CD.

Me to Glen Tilbrook: "The first time I saw you was in Aberdeen in 1978. You were supporting Eddie and the Hot Rods."

GT: "That must have been our first tour."

Me: 'Yes."

Me to Chris Difford: "I like your blog."

CD: "Thank you."

You can't beat moments like that with your heroes.