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What do you do when you’re 17, offered a shot with members of Elvis Costello’s The Attractions, and also halfway through an electronics qualification? Gavin Davies chose life, family and a career—then found his way back to music, on his own terms.In this Indie Over 50 interview, Gavin moves from clarinet kid to drum prodigy (his teacher: “I’ve taught you all I know—go get in a band”), through early metal gigs and progressive studio experiments, to live recording at Ronnie Scott’s (on DAT!), and ultimately one-take vocal sessions at Abbey Road. Along the way: anxiety, a business built (and rebuilt), collaborations with top players, and a late-career shift to YouTube—stepping out from behind the kit to share his songs, voice, guitar and production.HighlightsThe near-miss with Elvis Costellos, The Attractions and why he said noBuilding an electronics/IT career—then circling back to musicRecording 13 songs in two days at Abbey Road, many in single takesWorking with Chris Garfield (Paul Carrack’s guitarist) and drummer Ian Palmer (nephew of Carl Palmer)Honest advice for Indie Over 50 artists: market your music, collaborate, and don’t expect the money to lead—let the music lead🎧 Discover Gavin’s originals and covers @gavindaviesmusic https://open.spotify.com/artist/2kStwZTJvedgus8vaGqOt5?si=N2kSpJUeTpmuHsJxOEVVsw http://www.gavindavies.co.uk/
