
I’ve always been struck by Nick Lowe’s style – he just always looked so sharp! But beyond that, what really makes him a legend, for me, is his incredible songwriting. He wrote some truly special songs, like the classic “(What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding” – which Elvis Costello later made famous – and his own big hit, “Cruel to Be Kind.” Then there are all those other fantastic tracks, like “I Knew The Bride (When She Used To Rock ‘N’ Roll).” And let’s not forget his work with Dave Edmunds in Rockpile – that 1980 album is a gem! He was also a hugely influential producer, especially during his time with Stiff Records, helping launch albums by bands like The Damned, Elvis Costello, and The Pretenders. He really had a knack for finding and nurturing great talent.