What, no drum solo?: Dave Simpson on the trials of life in a rock band

What does a rock critic really know about being in a band? Guardian reviewer and part-time drummer Dave Simpson found out the hard wayThe bombshell arrived on a Monday morning. "Dear all," began the lead guitarist's email. "I'm afraid I've come to a decision to leave the band. I feel frustrated that we don't seem to be going anywhere." Five minutes later there was a missive from the singer. "Sorry to hear this, but I'm feeling the same."This wasn't Mick and Keith finally calling time on t...

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