A friend of mine was a recording engineer on an early Teardrop Explodes album. The band was invited for its first appearance on Top of the Pops. When my friend asked Julian what it had been like he said “ Yellow…it was very yellow…..”. I don’t think he was referring to spit, but who knows, he might have had yellow Smarties on his rider.
Wonderful writing! The mention of saliva is probably an instant hook for a lot of people (for many different reasons) to keep on reading. I'm glad I got hooked! Thanks brother.
I've been a fan of Julian Cope since high school (early 90s), and this is absolutely perfect. Thank you. I'll be sending a link to all 2 of my friends who also love him.
I found this post intriguing however I have to admit I recoiled when reading about the spit. Excellent writing Tom. I had never heard of Julian before reading this although recognised the song 'World Shut Your Mouth' when I typed his name into you tube. He sounds like a unique character.
You expect me to believe someone would have radishes for lunch?
"I was flying in the face of fashion, seemed to have a will of my own."
*bows down with respect* 👌🏻
A friend of mine was a recording engineer on an early Teardrop Explodes album. The band was invited for its first appearance on Top of the Pops. When my friend asked Julian what it had been like he said “ Yellow…it was very yellow…..”. I don’t think he was referring to spit, but who knows, he might have had yellow Smarties on his rider.
I’d sadly never heard of Julian, thank you for bringing him to light! Yours was a very special bond - you must ask for a top up.
Intrigued and repelled at the same time, fabulous.
Wonderful writing! The mention of saliva is probably an instant hook for a lot of people (for many different reasons) to keep on reading. I'm glad I got hooked! Thanks brother.
Thank you!
I've been a fan of Julian Cope since high school (early 90s), and this is absolutely perfect. Thank you. I'll be sending a link to all 2 of my friends who also love him.
Thank you!
I found this post intriguing however I have to admit I recoiled when reading about the spit. Excellent writing Tom. I had never heard of Julian before reading this although recognised the song 'World Shut Your Mouth' when I typed his name into you tube. He sounds like a unique character.
Spit spit spit. What is it, really?
You must ask for a second top up! Who knows what might happen.
saliva is one of my biggest squicks but i still enjoyed reading this!
'You can smother me with spittle, you can smother me with drool...'
Oh brilliant. Julian Cope! Can you share his address so we can all get a good licking!! Brilliant.
Wonderfully weird
I share a birthday with Julian Cope. I loved 'The Modern Antiquarian ' I borrowed Devon Libraries' last battered copy a couple of years ago.
I feel very fortunate to still have the copy I bought on the week of its release.
So glad you explained that rapid hair growth. Thanks for a Saturday morning silent giggle. 😸