Richard Dawson on the joy of being daft | Mic Check | Cambridge Audio

21st century bard Richard Dawson chats with us during his soundcheck at Rough Trade East, as we explore three of his most influential records. Watch now as we uncover his selections. Subscribe now for more exclusive interviews with your favourite artists! Warning: This episode contains strong language and may not be suitable for younger viewers. 00:00 Welcome to Rough Trade East 00:17 Why do you write songs? 01:09 Let's talk Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin 04:26 Album 1: MF DOOM - MM..FOOD 07:52 Album 2: Neil Young - Harvest 09:40 Album 3: Mount Eerie - Night Palace 15:40 Final takeaway Want to hear more from Richard Dawson? Order his eighth solo studio album "End of the Middle" from Rough Trade: https://www.roughtrade.com/product/ri... Or pick up his favourite records for your collection: MF Doom - Mm..Food: https://www.roughtrade.com/product/mf... Neil Young - Harvest: https://www.roughtrade.com/product/ne... Mount Eerie - Night Palace: https://www.roughtrade.com/product/mo... Mic Check uncovers the records that shaped your favourite artists. Presented by Cambridge Audio and Rough Trade, this series features intimate conversations with artists just before they perform, exploring their music, stories, and the albums that influenced their sound. Follow Richard Dawson, Rough Trade & Cambridge Audio on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richarddaws...   / cambridgeaudio     / roughtrade   #richarddawson #interview #cambridgeaudio #indie #progressivefolk #roughtrade #newmusic