*This episode features excerpts of 3rd party music content*

This is the story of veteran Kent born Musican and songwriter Martin Ansell, who having been in a grammar school band supporting Gong in Chatham, he began his 'London' career doing the odd session in Rockstar studios owned by John Springate of the Glitter Band. It was here that he met Rod Bowkett and together they formed many ideas under such names as President President and The Quarks, with producer, Tony Mansfield from New Musik.

Having been signed three times. Firstly to the maligned 'Toy Label' Magnet, then the somewhat dismissive EMI and finally to Island, who whilst Chris Blackwell was encouraging, others there weren't so keen to push or promote. Martin gave us an inside view as a 'low rosta' artist and a true account with no bed of roses.

Having also sessioned for Captain Sensible and Tom Robinson, Martin had a few stories to tell, not to mention a genuine ghost story too. His five songs from the 80s were exquisite. Enjoy - DA