Ray Simpson was a pioneering guitar maker in New Zealand and made his first electric guitar in the 1940s. In the 1960s he helped start up Beverley Bruce and Goldie a company making amplifiers and guitars. At the time. Ray designed some of the early Jansen guitars and eventually went on to produce his own "Simpson" guitars, which have since become collectors items. In this podcast Larry Killip talks to Ray Simpson's son Peter. Thanks to Chris Diack for Snippets of Ray Simpson from an interview he did.

Larry Killip talks candidly about his album "When I Was A Boy". A brief talk through each song. "When I Was A Boy" released by GAP records in the UK is available on iTunes/Amazon/7Digital and many others. Just search "Larry Killip".

When I Was A Boy - Review

"In an age of formulaic pop devoid of melody and intelligent lyrics Killip goes against the grain but to anyone who enjoys catchy hooks and infectious playing the 12 tracks will have you singing along after one playing. ‘Johnny Is A Runner’ is a cracking track and with decent radio airplay could be a chart success. Equally ‘Radioman’ underlines Killip’s brilliant song writing talent and ear for sharp lyrics. Catch this CD and you will love it! Guaranteed."

Franklin Charles Bishop - Elite Magazine