of Death // (Scott Johnson).

The English folk movement was the inspiration for Richard and Linda Thompson. Richard was a star at Fairport Convention, and then he recorded six classic albums with Linda Thompson. Richard’s Beaswing: Losing My Way, Finding My Voice, 1967-1975 was published last year. It is now available in paperback. He continues to perform solo, with a tour in the United States beginning next month. His son, Teddy Thompson is continuing the family business.

The Thompsons’ marriage was in ruins during the recording of Shoot Out The Lights in 1981. Their marriage was over by the time the album was released. The recording was difficult due to circumstances, but the result is a classic. The album’s final number is “Wall of Death”.