In those days, between the ages of 12 and 18 you meant nothing. You were the extra place at the side table if someone came to dinner. You were of no interest to anyone.
Alexis KornerSince the age of 12, all my musical thinking has been influenced by Afro-American music.
Alexis KornerI had always intended to make a living out of playing blues. But I never admitted it to myself. I don't suppose I could have given a logical reason for it ever becoming possible to do so.
Alexis KornerThe parallel development in American blues to the British movement has resulted in Johnny Winters.
Alexis Korner