The Myths & Legends of Rick Wakeman

  • 7. Ep 7: Al Stewart, Studios and Pirate Radio

    32:47||Season 1, Ep. 7
    He's back! The keyboard wizard that is Rick Wakeman returns with another episode of his podcast, The Myths & Legends Of Rick Wakeman. In this episode, Rick talks about Studios. You might think that one recording studio is the same as another but NO, and they especially weren't in the 1960's and 1970's when Rick was the go-to red-hot super-star session keyboard player of choice for literally hundreds of artists.Find out more about Rick's session for Al Stewart's 'Orange' album too.Then there's a subject close to Rick's heart, Pirate Radio and in particular, the UK DJ Ed Stewart .Also, and you'd know this if you went to Rick's house, he likes to collect things. Find out about one of his prized collections including his Osmiroids.Remember to contact Rick on the podcast, email Rick@Rickspodcast.co.uk and find out all about his touring, recording and rambling at www.rwcc.com.
  • 6. Ep 6: QUESTION TIME

    26:04||Season 1, Ep. 6
    He's back! Rick Wakeman returns with a brand new episode of The Myths & Legends Of Rick Wakeman and he's back answering your questions about all manner of stuff!In this episode, find out all about Rick's involvement on Tommy Live with The Who. ALSO hear how that show directly inspired Journey To The Centre Of The Earth.Rick also talks about his little known Clarinet skills (was he really playing one on a Cat Stevens record?) PLUS how often does he chat with Jon and Steve from Yes? Oh, and where is the maddest place he's been recognised?Remember, YOU can have your question answered by Rick, just e-mail him! The address is Rick@Rickspodcast.co.uk.
  • 5. Ep 5: David Bowie, OGWT & Cookery

    32:30||Season 1, Ep. 5
    In this episode of The Myths and Legends of Rick Wakeman, hear the true story of Rick's tragic, final message from David Bowie.Rick will also be revealing the real facts about his famous drunken appearance on The Old Grey Whistle Test.He'll also be answering listener questions, playing the piano extremely badly PLUS in the first of a new series of features, he reveals his hidden culinary talents as one of the world's TOP CHEF'S. The show belongs to YOU so contact Rick with your questions and comments.... Rick@Rickspodcast.co.uk
  • 4. Ep 4: QUESTION TIME

    30:00||Season 1, Ep. 4
    YOU have questions........RICK has answers........well, when he can remember them that is. In this special episode, recorded backstage at Rick's final piano tour show in Rome at the Auditorium Parco della Musica, he tackles the following queries:What happened to 1984?What about that Cavalier outfit???How did Temperent Of Mind (The Strawbs) come about?What was life like with David Bowie at Haddon Hall?The truth about Cats and Dogs!The Gospels and the New Gospels....(Exclusive info too!)Auntie Babs and the Bishop
  • 3. Ep 3: Going For The One, Dogs and Salvador Dali!

    29:58||Season 1, Ep. 3
    Rick Wakeman, keyboard player extraordinaire, returns for another episode of his podcast, The Myths And Legends Of Rick Wakeman.Aided by his trusty servant Jeeves, Rick turns the nonsense in his head into listening gold for you and I.In this episode you'll hear him answering your questions about Going For The One, (remember to email all your thoughts and questions to Rick@Rickspodcast.co.uk), as well as giving us an insight into the work he does with various animal charities and talking us through Brother Wakeman and the Clergymen.Oh, and there's a King Arthur exclusive piece for you to enjoy AND we'll find out the truth about whether or not he pushed Salvador Dali off a stage in France!!Write to Rick! Rick@Rickspodcast.co.uk and check out his latest news at www.RWCC.Com.
  • 2. Ep 2: Keith Moon, Spike Milligan and Happy Chords!

    25:54||Season 1, Ep. 2
    Welcome back to all of you who are eager for more from the brain of Rick Wakeman!  Yes, in Episode 2 Rick - and his collection of rescue dogs, some of whom are VERY noisy as you'll hear - returns with more stories from his incredible life.In this edition, find out just how loony Keith Moon really was and yes, Rick really was arrested in Australia as a result.Hear about some of amazing people Rick has been friends with, including Eric Sykes and Spike Milligan. And listen to Rick as he demonstrates the happiest chord on the piano and explains why guitar players don't like it at all.So enjoy another 30 minutes of fun with Rick, Mark Jeeves and the canine fan club. Remember to e-mail with your questions, comments and thoughts........ the address is Rick@Rickspodcast.co.uk.
  • 1. Ep 1: Heart Of The Sunrise, And You & I, Juniors Eyes

    22:58||Season 1, Ep. 1
    So here it is, EPISODE 1 of Rick Wakeman's brand new podcast, recorded in Rick's music room at his home in the UK.In this opening episode, Rick and his trusty sidekick Mark Jeeves explore his library, his piano and answer your questions.This week find out about his early work with Junior's Eyes and listen as he unpicks the creation of the YES classics Heart Of The Sunrise and And You & I. Remember to send your questions and comments to: RICK@RICKSPODCAST.CO.UK and we'll answer them in future episodes.
  • THE TRAILER

    01:11||Season 1, Ep. 0
    Whilst Rick Wakeman has appeared on about twenty trillion podcasts for other people, he's never had his own. So now he has. it's coming soon........(Jan 31st to be precise)......
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