Towards the end, Drake became very disgruntled about his lack of success as a musician, especially since his immense gifts were apparent to the few that knew him well – and to himself, of course. Watching others get carried up and away to the stars both metaphorical and colloquial (famous musicians are often called ‘stars,’ after all,) Drake couldn’t help but adopt a grim resolve, deciding to set off down the road destined for him. Drake did not feel comfortable taking part in the live shows or the interviews which could have made him a star, after all, so maybe seeing the road thro… read more
Towards the end, Drake became very disgruntled about his lack of success as a musician, especially since his immense gifts were apparent to the few t… read more
Towards the end, Drake became very disgruntled about his lack of success as a musician, especially since his immense gifts were apparent to the few that knew him well – and to himself, o… read more
Nick Drake (Nicholas Rodney Drake, Rangoon, Burma, June 19, 1948 - Tanworth-in-Arden, England, November 25, 1974) was an English folk singer known for his gentle, enigmatic songs and his virtuosic right-hand finger picking technique. Although he recorded only three albums, critics and fellow musicians hold his work in very high esteem. Drake failed to find a wide audience during his lifetime and had a strong aversion to performing. Since his death, however, Drake's music has gained a significant cult following. Drake's father worked as an engineer. Although he was born in… read more
Nick Drake (Nicholas Rodney Drake, Rangoon, Burma, June 19, 1948 - Tanworth-in-Arden, England, November 25, 1974) was an English folk singer known for his gentle, enigmatic songs and his vi… read more
Nick Drake (Nicholas Rodney Drake, Rangoon, Burma, June 19, 1948 - Tanworth-in-Arden, England, November 25, 1974) was an English folk singer known for his gentle, enigmatic songs and his virtuosic right-hand finger picking technique. A… read more