Long after Bush, guitarist Nigel Pulsford surprises with ‘Losing Track’ (Episode 934)

Guitarist Nigel Pulsford earned his reputation as a lead guitarist through his years in Bush. He was there through the “hitmaking years” for the band, performing on the first four albums (Sixteen Stone, Razorblade Suitcase, The Science of Things, Golden State). We talked at length about his recent(ish) solo album, “Losing Track” (streaming everywhere), as well as: *The Bush years: the whirlwind first album cycle, debuting at #1 with “Razorblade Suitcase” and the shifting cultural tides that met “The Science of Things’ and “Golden State.” *Playing the first Q101 Jamboree (along with Collective Soul, Sponge, Flaming Lips, Duran Duran, Faith No More, Sheryl Crow, KMFDM and Stone Roses!). *Chicago memories *Nigel’s first concert *Lots of nerdy music stuff! Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ****** I’m teaming up with the American Lung Association to help them save lives! I’ve committed to climbing the steps at Soldier Field for the Fight For Air climb. People of all ages and fitness levels climb the stairs to raise awareness and money to end lung disease. I hope you’ll join me and help, because… when you can’t breathe, nothing else matters. Chicago Fight For Air Climb presented by United Healthcare Sunday, May 19th The stadium’s outdoor route snakes up and down the stands, giving climbers a one-of-a-kind perspective of the legendary venue. fightforairclimb.org/chicagoland. As a special offer for my listeners, the Lung Association is giving $10 off your registration when you enter code CARNE at checkout. That’s C-A-R-N-E for $10 off. See you on the stairs! **** A smart home connects virtually all of the technology in your home. With an Easy Automation-installed smart home system, you and your family can control nearly every device and system in the house in ways that are easy and fun to use. Transform your living space with cutting-edge home automation. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules. Get a quote by visiting Easy-automation.net, or call Dan at 630.730.3728 ++