King Arthur, Mellotrons and Capes
About this episode
Rick Wakeman returns to discuss the origins of King Arthur, his composition process, and personal stories related to his music career.
He's back!! Our cape-wearing rock-god returns with another episode in which Rick Wakeman answers all your most probing, pressing and prodding questions. In this episode he talks through the origins of King Arthur and the way in which he composed that masterpiece. Rick also reveals the American city that gave him the idea for the Six Wives album and talks about that Mellotron solo in the Yessoongs film. All that plus Brian Eno, Tintagel and how he came to buy his first cape from an oversized DJ! Remember to contact Rick with your questions, Rick@Rickspodcast.co.uk and check out RWCC.COM for all his latest news! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People in this episode
Host: Rick Wakeman
Topics covered
- music composition
- King Arthur
- Mellotron
- rock music
- personal anecdotes
Keywords
- Rick Wakeman
- King Arthur
- Mellotron
- Six Wives
- Brian Eno
- rock music
- Yessoongs
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Six Wives, Yessoongs
Places: Tintagel
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