Music Legend John Ford Talks Strawbs, Elmer Gantry’s Velvet Opera, The Monks & More

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the LIMEHOF Podcast, we welcome legendary British singer, songwriter, bassist, and guitarist John Ford. From helping shape the sound of the Strawbs to enjoying chart success with Hudson-Ford, The Monks, and a celebrated solo career, Ford reflects on more than five decades in music while discussing his outstanding new album, Between a Rock and a Hard Place.John Ford’s remarkable career has taken him from the psychedelic sounds of Elmer Gantry’s Velvet Opera to the progressive rock success of the Strawbs, where he co-wrote the classic hit “Part of the Union,” earning an Ivor Novello Award and multiple gold and platinum records. He later found success with Hudson-Ford and The Monks before launching an enduring solo career that continues today with Between a Rock and a Hard Place, a vibrant collection of new songs and thoughtfully chosen covers that showcases his timeless songwriting and musicianship.The LIMEHOF Podcast features in-depth conversations with some of the biggest names in music, film, and entertainment. Previous guests have included Stephen Schwartz, Taylor Dayne, DMC, Garland Jeffreys, members of Twisted Sister, Public Enemy, The Tokens, Elliott Murphy, and many other artists, filmmakers, authors, and music industry leaders, preserving their stories and celebrating their lasting impact on popular culture.Buy tickets to visit LIMEHOF at:https://www.limusichalloffame.org/tickets-and-gift-cards/The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame is located at:97 Main StreetStony Brook, NY 11790Email: [email protected]: 631-689-5888