The Blues Blogger asked Clare a few questions:
Blues Blogger: “What was the highlight of making the album?”
Clare: “For me, the highlight of making the album was going from writing the songs to hearing them in their final form for the first time in the studio.”
Blues Blogger: “If you could have any guest on the album from the history of the Blues, who would it be?”
Clare: “If I had the chance to have a special guest from blues history it would without any doubt, be Albert Collins, I just love his playing, he was so funky, fresh and different. I never saw him live and I wish I had, I know I missed a great thing there.”
Blues Blogger: “Is there any change of emphasis/style for you in this album?”
Clare: “Yes, there is a change in style in Dust and Bones. It’s heavier, dirtier blues than How It Is. There are some seriously funky riffs and some filthy grooves, I love it!”
Blues Blogger: “What would be your best drink to have on hand while listening to your new album?
Clare: “Blimey, the best drink? I suppose for me it would be something like Jack Daniels but that’s not very original! I’m not a huge drinker….”
Blues Blogger: “What else are you looking forward to in 2012?”
Clare: “Later this year I have another release coming out but I’m keeping that under my hat for now! I’m currently planning a lot more tour dates both here and in Europe so that’s something I’m looking forward to. There’s so much going on the whole time, I look forward to everything.”
