Introduce yourself… (Where are you from, what band do you play in etc..)

Glenn Donaldson from The Reds, Pinks & Purples, located in San Francisco.

Why do you play music?

For my mental health.

What was a major influence on you as an Artist/Band?

Surviving suburban life in my youth.

What’s a favourite book or film?

A Voice Through A Cloud by Denton Welch

Do you prefer the recording process or performing live?

Recording.

What would be a dream collaboration?

Lana Del Rey or Robert Wyatt.

Describe a favourite album.

I'll give you two:

Liberty Belle & the Black Diamond Express by The Go-Betweens & Warehouse: Songs & Stories by Husker Du

What's your favourite local haunt?

Mountain Lake Park

What's your strangest experience while performing live?
Someone threw a lit cigarette at me once and almost set my shirt on fire.

What are some of your favourite aspects of being a musician in (your city here)?

It feels low-key. The shows are small and intimate.

Has the current COVID-19 pandemic and quarantine influenced your creative process?

I now have more time to write and record because I have fewer places I am required to be.

If you weren’t playing music in (your city here) where would you be ?

Dead.

Any sage advice for young musicians?

Don't be afraid to move on from an idea if it's not working.

Glenn Donaldson recommends…

Kati plays bass in The Reds, Pinks & Purples live band. This is her solo project, and it’s incredible melodic pop.

Cindy was one of the first locals we played with, and I was moved by their slowcore mystery vibe. They have since released two incredible albums

‘60s via ‘90s pop songs by Tommy Troubles who also plays in The Reds, Pinks & Purples live band…

This band practices down the street. It’s lovely to walk by on a foggy/sunny Sunday and hear them strumming away in their garage.

One of my favorite SF songwriters, who is hopefully returning with a new LP soon…

You can check out The Reds, Pinks & Purples latest album Uncommon Weather here: https://theredspinksandpurples.bandcamp.com

Pleased To Meet Me: Glenn Donaldson / The Reds, Pinks & Purples