HUNG-OVER FROM THE OLD DAZE:
Man I feel hung-over! Fifteen years without a drink, but
partying late without a groove to dance to punches a hole
in my soul big enough to drive a dark cloud through.
Fortunately, remembering last night, where the company was
bright, warm & enthusiastic, I don’t feel sorry for myself,
just mashed.
A freezing night at the O2 Dome, cruising car parks for
drivers of generic black cars who know my name & can quote
my album release date. From bin day to rehearsal to limo to
the Brit awards. Floating on sea of suits in a new pair of jeans,
trainers like bleached teeth on the red carpet – following the
yellow brick road. I don’t recall many nights off since
this album & taking it on tour became reality & I’m happy
this one was in the company of my dear friend Rick.
Seems we only meet at award ceremonies, but the warmth
& light I feel when we greet reminds me we’re still
in this together. I’m excited to hear what he’s been doing,
holding my breath to see what he thinks about my band.
There’s a lot to come out from us both this year & the good energy
I felt last night from our new friends at Universal Records
makes me smile, looking forward to the day with a grin, even if
the body thinks it’s been up all night drinking.
Continuing this weeks feature of the Celluloid Records Story,
Richard Hell & Voidoids play ‘Destiny Street‘ loud,
windows wide open, eyes on the horizon, clearing the head,
to get ready to rehearse with a band I love – don’t know
if I’m coming or gone, but I know I’m still alive.
(K)
Karl Hyde 
This warmed my heart today. Love your work and can’t wait to hear the new album, but it’s the joy and generosity of spirit that keep me checking in, no matter what the medium or who you’re collaborating with. Well done! Best wishes.
Good story. Heard the awards ceremony was uneven. I don’t manage alcohol well either…issue with medications. Makes a short circus. Have to lie there until I sober up before I can go to sleep…which is where the action is.