A few questions to Nicky Moore...

1. Do you remember the first time you met Paul? What was your first impression of him?
The first time I met Paul was in 1980 at a gig in Gravesend, Kent. I wasn't that impressed at first, but I liked his guitar playing.

2. How did you end up in Samson?
Paul asked me to join when Bruce was asked to join Maiden

3. Was taking Bruce's place in the band something you reflected upon or was it just you going in to be the singer? Any difficulties/problems with the material? Did you or had you and Bruce met before?
I love to sing and I have quite a wide vocal range!!! Learning to scream was the hardest thing (and also in tune). A band with the stature of Samson wasn't to be turned down and, by this time, Paul and I had become great friends. Bruce and I didn't really meet until I joined Samson.

4. Tell us about "Brand new Day". When did you start working on it? How did the work progress during Paul’s illness? Will it be released? Who is working on it now? How far from finished is it?
Three years before Paul's death, Brand New Day was started. In parts, it's the heaviest most manic album we have ever made, yet some of it is very spiritual. Work was slow at the end, but Paul's determination to see it finished was limitless and inspiring for me. John McCoy is mixing the album at the moment (watch this space for more news)

5. Let's go over to your recent gig at the Sweden Rock Festival. How did it feel to play Samson-material without Paul? Is it possible that you do something like that again some day?
I love the Samson songs - performing them is pure joy. I sang my nuts off and I know Paul would have loved it. He just would have been pissed off not to have been there. I'll do it time and time again - his music lives on.
6. About your singing. How much do you think your formal training has benefited you in singing rock-music?
My formal training has had a great effect on me. I am in my 50s now and have more power and range than ever. Giving around 30 lessons a week keeps my voice in great condition. I enjoy all levels of tuition, but my favourite is coaching rock and blues singers. My lessons are about 90% female - it's tough but I keep going !!!!

Quick questions:
What is your favourite Samson-song?
Front Page News/Stealing Away

What is your favourite Samson-album?
Before the Storm

Who is your favourite singer?
Paul Rodgers

What do you see as the peak of your career so far?
I don't really have any time that I see as a peak time. I feel so privileged to have worked with all the great musicians along the way and to have been able to sing and play music all my life

Name a song you wish you had written.
“Louisiana” by Randy Newman

Name a singer you'd want to give a singing lesson.
Lemmy

Who would be your favourite choice of collaborator to write music with (dead or alive) ?
John Lennon

Have you ever had a "normal" day job?
Not for an awfully long time

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We'd like to thank Nicky for taking time to give us this brief piece. If you ever thought of taking singing lessons, why not have a look at what Nicky can offer you in terms of tuition: Nicky Moore Website