Pleased To Meet Me: Glenn Donaldson / The Reds, Pinks & Purples
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…
Mister Baby - Blueberries
Kati plays bass in The Reds, Pinks & Purples live band. This is her solo project, and it’s incredible melodic pop.
Cindy - Deer in Japan
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
Telephone Numbers - Open the Door
‘60s via ‘90s pop songs by Tommy Troubles who also plays in The Reds, Pinks & Purples live band…
The Umbrellas - A. M.
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.
Swiftumz - Game Six
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