Graham Nash, a musician known for his work with The Hollies and Crosby, Stills and Nash, discusses his songwriting and hit songs like 'Our House', reflects on his early days as a musician and meeting the Everly Brothers, and shares his admiration for Peter Gabriel's song 'Don't Give Up'.
Graham Nash's love for music and passion for creating songs remain undiminished despite facing challenges and drug problems within the band.
Buddy Holly's impact on the British music scene inspired Graham Nash to pursue singing and songwriting, leading to the success of The Hollies with their unique sound.
Deep dives
Graham Nash's Musical Journey and Songwriting Evolution
Graham Nash, the singer-songwriter, discusses his career, starting from his teenage years in the band The Hollies. He shares how his songwriting style transformed when he joined forces with David Crosby and Stephen Stills to form Crosby, Stills & Nash. Nash reflects on his creative process and his collaboration with Neil Young. Despite facing challenges, including drug problems within the band, Nash's love for music and his passion for creating songs remain undiminished. Now 81, he continues to tour and has released his seventh solo album.
The Influence of Buddy Holly on Graham Nash
Graham Nash credits his love for music to Buddy Holly and his impact on the British music scene. Nash shares a childhood memory of hearing Holly's "Maybe Baby" that inspired him to pursue singing and songwriting. He discusses how the Holies, the band he formed with his childhood friend Alan, found success with their unique sound and their admiration for Buddy Holly. Nash also recounts a memorable encounter with the Everly Brothers and their influence on his musical journey.
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young: The Journey of a Formidable Band
Graham Nash reflects on his time with Crosby, Stills & Nash and the inclusion of Neil Young in the band, creating Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. Despite their huge personalities and off-stage struggles, Nash emphasizes the creative energy and magic they experienced when singing together. He discusses their iconic songs, the evolution of their sound, and the profound impact the band had on the music scene. Nash also delves into the support and friendship he provided to Crosby during challenging times.
Graham William Nash is a musician, singer, songwriter and photographer. He had his first musical success as a member of the UK band The Hollies before his move to America when he sang as part of Crosby, Stills and Nash.
Graham was born in 1942 and grew up in Salford. He found his singing voice at the age of six when he realised that not only could he sing, but he had the ability to harmonise any melody.
He is a two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee. Over the years, Graham has written many hit songs for The Hollies and Crosby, Stills and Nash including Our House and Marrakesh Express. Alongside his critically acclaimed musical career, Graham is also a successful photographer. His photos have been on show in galleries and museums around the world.
He lives in New York with his third wife.
DISC ONE: Be-bop-a-Lula - Gene Vincent
DISC TWO: Great Balls of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis
DISC THREE: Maybe Baby - Buddy Holly and the Crickets
DISC FOUR: Bye Bye Love - The Everly Brothers
DISC FIVE: God Only Knows - The Beach Boys
DISC SIX: Adagio for Strings, composed by Samuel Barber and performed by City of London Sinfonia conducted, by Richard Hickox
DISC SEVEN: Don't Give Up - Peter Gabriel and Kate Bush
DISC EIGHT: A Day In The Life - The Beatles
BOOK CHOICE: The Island at the Center of the World by Russell Shorto
LUXURY ITEM: A sleeping bag
CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: A Day In The Life - The Beatles
Presenter Lauren Laverne
Producer Sarah Taylor
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