Richard Ashcroft - The British Masters - Chapter 7
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8 жыл бұрынIn this episode our host John Doran sits down with former Verve frontman Richard Ashcroft ahead of the release of his fourth solo album 'These People’. Ashcroft discusses fatherhood, what he misses about the North, and Bitter Sweet Symphony.
In John’s own words:
Today I am speaking to one of the biggest, and arguably most misunderstood pop stars of last quarter of a century: Richard Ashcroft.
His band The Verve were one of the most unlikely success stories of the 1990s, predicted by no-one bar him. Nearly twenty years after the phenomenal success of Urban Hymns, Ashcroft has become ambiguous about fame, but as this rare interview proves, he has more to say than ever.
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@brendaluna173 8 жыл бұрын
I've been battling depression for a few years, and this man helped me so much, last Friday my mother passed away, now I'm here still wondering where my life is going, I'm still in that awful phase where future is uncertain, I'm 20 and I don't know what will happen. in Urban Hymns I found a nurture, another person with the same thoughts as me, I found a friend. thank you Richard
@Pulse2AM 7 жыл бұрын
There's help if you need and want it. If you get too low reach out, there's no shame.
@TheAlmightyClipse 7 жыл бұрын
I hear ya, I'm battling the ugly beast known as depression and I've found solace in Urban Hymns. Thanks for sharing.
@eleanorwalmsley635 7 жыл бұрын
Brenda Luna Hope you are doing OK. You have to be patient and hang in there.... sending love & best wishes. xxx
@brendaluna173 7 жыл бұрын
Eleanor Walmsley thank you Eleanor, I'm doing well, it's still a battle but music is still there, I send you a big hug and kiss. Thank you for your concern
@eleanorwalmsley635 7 жыл бұрын
thank you my darling, if you aren't on antidepressants perhaps you might want to think about essential oils. I use frankincense & Clary sage together in the bath it is very effective with my depressions. The oils get into your blood stream within 10 mins. xxx
@TehHale Жыл бұрын
Ashcroft is a legend. Despite how big The Verve became he'll always be painfully underrated. One of the best, most intense, unfiltered and true rockstars that this country has and will ever produce.
@GT380man Жыл бұрын
As a huge Ashcroft fan, seconded. Perfect songs for today, too. What about “They Don’t Own Me” as pushback against the murdered globalists, pushing digital ID, cashless central bank digital currency and endless “vaccinations”? Also, “These People” is among my favourite songs. Deeply ironic, should be re-released on vinyl right now. A lary geezer, is Ashcroft. I’d follow him anywhere. Brownie is a quieter bloke but also a deep thinker. He really knows what is going on. His “Little Seed, Big Tree” is an awful melody but a meaty lyric & voicing is intense and genuine. But IB has always known they were coming. Just a question of when and how, exactly.
@CharltonCharles 5 ай бұрын
@@GT380man🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@utubeisCensorred 6 жыл бұрын
Richard has a heavy soul man. Verve has some of the most Joyous and depressing songs I ever heard. Real British "country" music. Noel wrote the bright side, and Richard wrote the dark.
@louisshelton03 Жыл бұрын
That's a really good way of putting it man
@Noneatall246 Жыл бұрын
Your answer was brilliantly succinct and to the point as they are in a way writers of the habitual. But let’s not forget older bards if I may call them that. Mark E smith comes to mind…
@thenoble39 3 ай бұрын
Not as depressed as thom yorke though
@mattblom3990 4 жыл бұрын
Ashcroft is one of the best rock talents in history. Many of his songs are prodigious..."Lucky Man" can lift you up from the deepest dumps.
@calebrouth7849 Жыл бұрын
Said it better than I could
@Cormac-jd2kx 19 күн бұрын
Oh yeah he’s like Elvis or Hendrix 😂
@joechill6639 8 жыл бұрын
First time I've actually ever heard him talk. Unexpected voice.
@dct1 4 жыл бұрын
Joe Chill same!
@thedigitalemotion 7 жыл бұрын
John Doran - The greatest Rock n Roll interviewer ever, period.
@tompaulcampbell 5 жыл бұрын
He is great. Most are trite, especially here in America.
@cosmicsprings8690 5 жыл бұрын
Sorry but he’s a narcissistic egotistical brat who thinks he is clearly a rock star one total twat
@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293 4 жыл бұрын
LOL
@dianehoughton5555 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, he’s good, isn’t he ?.. He’s got a brain 🧠 & asks interesting questions...
@Oasisftww 3 жыл бұрын
Shame about his voice
@damienholland8103 5 жыл бұрын
He's 100% spot on about working on other issues before taking antidepressant such as addiction to substances. But if you're in an emergency situation do what you have to do and save your life. Antidepressants saved mine when I was suicidal at 18 and I was on them for 20 years. But age and sobriety has given me the strength I need to handle this condition on a daily basis. Mind you the depression started when I was 13 and totally sober (it is a genetic inheritance that has been aggravated by hypothyroidism).
@juliacleary4310 8 жыл бұрын
Richard Ashcroft is the real deal with being a creative writer + musician that truly has what it takes in his voice + vocals to sing + deliver beautifully sounding + capturing music!
@kentborges5114 7 ай бұрын
Thank you RICHARD ASHCROFT ! Your songs are priceless !
@SuperSongSpecial 8 жыл бұрын
This is bloody marvellous. Thanks! Went past Richard's house on the back of my mates scooter ages ago as he was opening his gates. We gave him a thumbs-up & an "Alright, dude?!" as we cruised past & he gave us an "Alright, lads?!" with accompanying reciprocal thumbs-up. Good times.
@SuperSongSpecial 8 жыл бұрын
+jon Burns I eagerly await any "Cool story, bro." style comments.
@triplesevensix291 7 жыл бұрын
Shite story.
@antthomas7916 6 жыл бұрын
Wait, is riding on the back of your mates scooter is a think in England? You'd get funny looks for that over here.
@carriemcg6827 6 жыл бұрын
🙌👍❤
@jonesy2111 4 жыл бұрын
This is actually worth watching... a great artist and someone who knows how to do an interview
@JRA73 22 сағат бұрын
Thank the Universe for Richard Ashcroft, absolute genius musician who does not get the recognition he deserves but the great ones never do. ✌
@icecoldcube2823 6 жыл бұрын
His voice is deeper than I thought.
@chrism4247 2 жыл бұрын
Ashcroft is a great man as well as a musician. I could listen to him all day. John Doran is excellent.
@andydufresne87 8 жыл бұрын
Grew up with his music, he soundtracked my life... Love you Richard...
@mezalong 7 жыл бұрын
why do you continue to lie mate
@boriannaradkova7172 2 ай бұрын
Love listening to INTELLIGENT performers/artists/entertainers,they are just INTELLIGENT HUMAN BEINGS!
@Mistressofthegroove 2 жыл бұрын
The interviewers on this channel are top grade and it shows, really get the best out of them. This interview is solid gold.
@taigoodenough5232 7 жыл бұрын
I miss dear Richard. so thrilled he's come back so grown and eyes open wide as well as his mind. Still writing great music with a stone honest messege. wonderful, Thank you!!!!!
@alanhopkins3727 8 жыл бұрын
best interview I've ever seen with Ashcroft. nice one John.
@aces-ww8zl 7 жыл бұрын
Guys the real deal. Wigans finest. Legend, yeah he is.
@nevermindthebollocks1171 5 жыл бұрын
Hes not from wigan , hes from upholland skem
@davemusic851 8 жыл бұрын
Great interview. As a fan of Richard, I appreciate the way you have approached the interview John, and made him feel at ease and open as this. Most interviewers care more to get the soundbite than the content, and try to challenge him with silly cliches, which you funnily twisted in the last question.
@elel013 6 жыл бұрын
This man is a philosopher.
@andyskinner7163 4 жыл бұрын
what a legend Richard ashcroft is,and you can feel his passion on each and every answer given in this interview.top bloke
@dianehoughton5555 3 жыл бұрын
When the interviewer asks him about coming from Wigan & the odds being stacked against him... I think of what Ian Brown said, years ago “It’s not where you’re from, it’s where you’re at” Such a good phrase/saying & so true...
@samansiddiquie1902 4 жыл бұрын
I don’t understand why he’s so underrated. I can’t understand why his genius is not recognised the world over.
@Vaisin 2 жыл бұрын
Superb songwriter and great singer (in the sense that he knows his voice and amortizes it in the best way possible)
@willmclelland1910 Жыл бұрын
He is likely underrated and misunderstood because he is truly a genius, and genius can be very difficult or even impossible for the average person to fully comprehend.
@evanoglesby9504 10 ай бұрын
Can we get through a single KZfaq comments section without the”underrated” comment? This guy is not underrated, he’s widely critically acclaimed and commercially successful. Underrated he is not.
@rainbowrose9299 6 жыл бұрын
Richard Ashcroft, carry on being you, we love you God bless + Richard Ashcroft is crazy talented, he is just himself and he's amazing. Love the verve Love him. All his albums have gotten me through some difficult times and his songs are irreplaceable and timeless. He is one of a kind. There is nobody before him and there will be nobody after him. God Bless Richard Ashcroft. +
@ipredictacatastrophe4370 8 жыл бұрын
These interviews are ridiculously good. John Dorian is a great interviewer.
@bigbear3694 7 жыл бұрын
We need more like him in these times. Where have the real artists gone.
@jewelrybag4557 2 жыл бұрын
This man is truly a musical genius. Urban hymns and Northern soul defined a generation for me.
@devileddoll Жыл бұрын
I can listen to him talk and sing all day long.
@thevixenveronica 8 жыл бұрын
A collab of Richard and Noel could be legendary.
@dave1234u 8 жыл бұрын
+lol boring
@rspencex 8 жыл бұрын
pretty confident this will happen
@scottudell7202 8 жыл бұрын
+lol I agree totally. It would be totally fitting as well, seeing how the Verve and Oasis always had such huge respect for one another. I also respect the fact that he would want to work with both Noel and Liam, but not one or the other. Shows how much personal respect for the brothers he has so as not to step on either one of their toes by working with just one of them.
@rspencex 8 жыл бұрын
+Scott Udell yeah must have been mint back in the day when they were all together. I'm from Glasgow & there's a summer sessions gig in August & the line up is Noel Gallagher, Ashcroft & Johnny Marr!!! Ashcroft got announced as noels support the day after I watched this interview, quite weird
@scottudell7202 8 жыл бұрын
whatsthestory Oh that would be killer to see! Too bad I'm stuck here in the States. :/
@geoffers158 4 жыл бұрын
A Storm In Heaven is such a good album!
@jorgew7538 3 жыл бұрын
Best verve album in my eyes
@barrypeirson3710 2 жыл бұрын
Richard just writes transcendant lyrics he says what a lot of people would like to say in a sublime way and he writes lyrics that people need to hear. Every song on Urban Hymns is both simple and relatable but complex at the same time. It's "The White Album" of the 90s. His solo stuff just as great. Thanks Richard.
@fastpace7 8 жыл бұрын
Brilliant Interview Guys. Great to see our Richard back. Onwards and Upwards Richard.
@Koksitto 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for coming back Richard.
@sandykl 3 жыл бұрын
Solid interview. Raw, stylistic, grounded, and authentic. As it should.
@Steve-bo6ht 5 жыл бұрын
A sponge to full that's such an excellent way of looking at mental health, everybody has a breaking point it's seeing the signs before it's to late. This interview was so eloquent and humbling to listen to and Richard is such an intelligent and down to earth guy.
@christopherdale8201 4 жыл бұрын
Richard Ashcroft is a unique character.good to see guys like him who come from rough working class streets to have artist quality and not letting people bring him down, plus all those areas of Rugby league heart that John Doran mentioned and that's coming from A Queenslander another proud Rugby league Heartland but this was a fantastic interview like John Lydon,Viv Albertine and Noel Gallagher.
@itsmebrittanyl 7 жыл бұрын
Richard's songs always has the ability to make me feel, even when I don't want to. There are few artists out there who so reliably deliver masterpieces like that each and every time.
@SB-nd8so 2 жыл бұрын
This is man and his band! Are a dying breed true musical iconic lights of culture beacons of light from the communities there sound vision and values Ashcroft will always be musical royalty in the uk it’s more than music myself is very thankful for moments the memories this music has encapsulated!
@Mikedawgs 8 жыл бұрын
"music is power"
@thelastwavemusic1518 5 жыл бұрын
What a fantastic interview! Questions were great, Richard was great. This is stuff that is important for KZfaq. Long live RA
@Jimmywilliams_ 8 жыл бұрын
This is the most sense I've heard from any musician from the past 10 years
@fusionhpltd 3 жыл бұрын
What a great interview. Richard ashcroft is a legend.
@rODIUMuk 6 жыл бұрын
Such a good interview. This changed my view of RA. He is really intelligent. Loved this interview
@luvdabluez6233 7 жыл бұрын
Always loved Ashcroft's attitude and style. A true Legend from my era. Looking forward to listening his new material whilst self medicating... Fuck your prozac!! Al be puffing away on a doobie. happy daze!!
@sinsin69fifty 8 жыл бұрын
Good interview, Id like to see Ian Brown on here , both legends in their own right
@Bandzino91 6 ай бұрын
One of the greatest song writers ever... period. Everytime I hear sonnet it makes me feel a certain way that I can't even describe, that in itself is a very special and rare gift to have. Richard is a treasure.
@onechopbuddy3849 3 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love this guy he’s an absolute legend. He’s right up there with my first choice of who to have a pint with down the pub.
@gauchopoint2909 7 жыл бұрын
This is such a great interview. Great program. Thanks for these.
@Midlothian80 5 жыл бұрын
Listening to him saying that strong "NO" when he thought they were talking about the band hurts me.
@Liam.Fairhurst 5 жыл бұрын
Makes me proud to be a working class lad from Wigan. Keep it real and humble mate
@gk51171 5 жыл бұрын
wow... Richard is such a genius... so crisp and so valid ideas
@4LT4RS 7 жыл бұрын
Well said, Richard. Didn't know much about him before this interview. Diggin his candor.
@juliacleary4310 8 жыл бұрын
I get a lot more where Richard Ashcroft is at about people + ideas + music. I love his idea too about not rushing to use ant-depressants +/ or other drugs Etc. I like how he mentioned not having others tell you what should be your way of being a creative artist. I admire his abundant cleverness,wit + drive. It is so attractive + inspirational also.
@jackdoesstuff6203 4 жыл бұрын
One of my favourite music journalists out there, another top notch interview
@sharktail2k10 8 жыл бұрын
Great interview
@Hbarroso-bx5ou 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I’m from St. Helens as well music is brewing here slowly
@ozzymorrison8628 6 жыл бұрын
Alone With Everybody is a masterpeice of an album.. Richard is an amazing artist
@ad1984. 5 жыл бұрын
Richard Ashcroft is man that has got me through so many highs and lows for20 years I wish I could roll a splif and have a beer with this man . Would forfill a life long dream
@AshleyDawne Жыл бұрын
Richard Ashcroft is the same age as my dad when he passed away. I appreciate the song that you slave to money 💰 then you die. Richard Ashcroft is by far, my favorite artist and singer. He is an original and classic. I'm thankful for his songs and work.
@suegrad4391 3 жыл бұрын
His voice is so mesmerizing
@trevorbyron8181 3 жыл бұрын
Richard Ashcroft is a talent that hasn't gotten the exposure an immense person like himself deserve...he's a rebel, and rebels have truth in them...so much truth that it creates a distinction bet them and the rest...if rich found a group that resonates with him, he'd be another John Lennon (renowned)
@Yalter777 4 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite british musicians! Respect John for a view wit Richie
@oscillosaurus 8 жыл бұрын
It's good for the world that Richard is back.
@teripettit6254 4 жыл бұрын
Richard Ashcroft Absolutely Amazing! Strong! Smart! Talented! - He just keeps getting Better and Better.....
@michaelcameron4337 Жыл бұрын
Ashcroft is one of the top songwriters of all time!!
@daviddelbraca964 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Richard for your music , and video..... Like ...
@Hotelmode 2 жыл бұрын
Fucking hell! The Ashcroft is an artistic legend. Love the north west of England music scene. Thank you for this from belfast. This is a sound interview. Cheers
@eezeegeezaa 8 жыл бұрын
this guy is defo one of the best songwriters/vocalists. Ive drowned in many bottles and flown many kites listening to urban hymns. God bless, fuck the system
@beastieboy9286 5 жыл бұрын
Noisey give john doran a raise best interviewer around give i want more interviews!
@grahamjarman Жыл бұрын
its cool to see the evolution of ashcroft in the 90s. he covered a lot of musical territory from jam to atmospheric, hip hop to pop. and did it all poetically and with conviction.
@gazsmith2879 3 жыл бұрын
Watching 2021!.. Ashcroft Legend.. UP THE NORTH..
@Xirsuyx 8 жыл бұрын
john doran. brilliant interviewer as always.
@b00ts4ndc4ts Ай бұрын
I'm watching this for inspiration, Ashcroft is the deepest thinker and wise beyond his years.
@maradiaz5760 3 жыл бұрын
Richard eres un grande,no hay duda de eso...
@mattdavies3179 5 жыл бұрын
The best interview Iv seen from rich
@LaraDavidson1 7 жыл бұрын
he has a great voice
@toddnoble1936 5 жыл бұрын
I saw them on the second stage at the lalapalooza in Detroit. What an amazing show. Maybe 600 to 800 people there.
@audreynapier7267 8 жыл бұрын
What a nice down to earth guy who has his own mind. Brilliant X
@maradiaz5760 3 жыл бұрын
Richard Ashcroft gran artista,es todo lo que está bien!!
@sarahsu4863 3 жыл бұрын
Richard Ashcroft pure legend!
@karlclarke 8 жыл бұрын
a real true artist
@chauffeurCA 8 жыл бұрын
Thx a lot man. Good interview, he's cool.
@jmcg3413 5 жыл бұрын
great interview he's got his head on his shoulders shame it was too short and i wasnt the interviewer
@bobbell3989 8 жыл бұрын
Great interview👍
@chrisbryson5720 7 жыл бұрын
What he's saying round 12:00 is 100% true. I struggled with mental health for years, suicide attempts etc. I got diagnosed bipolar, tried the therapy and the drugs but it got worse. I then made the decision to stop the meds, stop the booze, stop the cocaine... and exercise(the mania helped me through this tbf) I have never been happier in all my life. This was the best thing i ever did. I'm getting on with my life like a normal person. I have a great new job and in two years time I will own my own home. Obviously I still have ups and downs but its less extreme and a whole lot more manageable. I do however smoke weed to calm the mania but i choose my natural medicine very carefully, I don't smoke just any weed. Mental/physical stimulation Improve your diet Cut out booze, drugs and meds Exercise This fixed my life.
@nathanjackson3934 5 жыл бұрын
John Doran do some documentaries with these British artists, loving the interviews very interesting X
@vollsticks 6 жыл бұрын
Never liked his music but this interview was great, funny as hell, newfound respect for Mr. Ashcroft
@rainbowrose9299 6 жыл бұрын
Urban Hymns is just a brilliant album, I love this album and always will, I love it.
@danielemilazzo6091 6 жыл бұрын
The right questions to break the ice. very smart :)
@blancamatamoros 15 күн бұрын
Great interview ❤
@ezbozovago 8 жыл бұрын
What good cant come out of Richard's return?
@evg931 3 жыл бұрын
Ричард такой простой и добрый человек! Молодец! Желаю тебе хорошего здоровья и любви и счастья и благополучия!🐲💎🍷🍇👌💪💟🌹👏👏🍹🐲👍💪👊👏
@deadfool3344 2 ай бұрын
Great interview😊
@mariadamelio6974 4 жыл бұрын
this man has a really bright brain. that in the world we are living today no longer seems to be a quality
@Fel345 4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree
@iangardiner8303 7 жыл бұрын
top lad top musician great band the Verve and top solo artist a great watch
@jonhill134 7 жыл бұрын
Would be cool if he collaborated with Johnny Marr.
@luvdabluez6233 7 жыл бұрын
That would be defiantly be interesting m8
@jonhill134 7 жыл бұрын
Several steps back ? lol Ashcroft is a genius and Marr's guitar playing is genius so them working together would be epic.
@luvdabluez6233 7 жыл бұрын
***** Nae chance m8. Ashcroft is a master songwriter! Johnny Marr a master guitarist! That would make for a sweet collaboration!!
@paulwaymondo7568 8 жыл бұрын
Great interview, shame he didn't give Nick mccabe the credit he definitely deserves.
@HyltonE 8 жыл бұрын
+paul Wainman For real! Total dick comment on Dick's part. The quality of his solo output clearly shows how much Nick & Si were the soul of Verve.
@deependofshallow 5 жыл бұрын
Funny, why werent Nick and Si asked to interview instead of Ashcroft
@jawbone4454 5 жыл бұрын
What a complete wanker, no mention of Simon tong and he conveniently forgets about "catching the butterfly" and the hidden track "Deep freeze"
@allanarmson2544 3 жыл бұрын
There was more than Rich to his success. Cabie, both Si's and whole lot of people supported him.
@dinocarosi4303 2 ай бұрын
Plus, Peter Salisbury adds an incredible flavour through his drumming.
@rael1999 Ай бұрын
Love his view on creativity…be yourself. Everyone should be creative in some way because it’s it a great vehicle for self expression.