Staring Down the Barrel

2009 release from the late Ian Dury"s old backing band still led by musical director/songwriter Chaz Jankel. Since 2002, they have been fronted by Derek The Draw, who was both driver and friend to Ian during much of his career. Since they are both Essex boys and shared a common outlook on life, it is fair to say that Derek"s lyrics and style of delivery are a perfect fit for the Blockheads. The touring and recording band is filled out with Dylan Howe on drums and sax-madman Gilad Atzmon. 10 tracks. EMI.