Sunday, 13 January 2013

Exclusive Interview With Saul Ashby - On Tour With Ron Pope

Saul and Ron (Photo Credit - @saulashby)


We have been lucky enough to get a short interview with Saul Ashby about life on tour with Ron. Saul did a wonderful job of being the opening act to the shows. Performing some of his own music such as Runaway Hearts, Debutantes and Girl Secrets, he also played as part of the band whilst Ron performed.

Ron Pope Worldwide: When and how did you meet Ron?
Saul Ashby: We met when we were both living in NY. A friend of mine was playing piano in his band and they needed a drummer, so I helped out.

Ron Pope Worldwide: Is this the first tour you have done with him? Do you intend on doing more together?
Saul Ashby: It is. Ron knows I'm here for him. I hope we get to do it all over again very soon.

Saul playing piano for Ron (photo credit - @Mrs_C_Levine)
Ron Pope Worldwide: How did you feel to not only play your own set as a support act for Ron but also play as part of his band?
Saul Ashby: It was quite exhausting, but it was a cool experience playing my songs for Ron's fans for the first time and the response was great.

Ron Pope Worldwide: What is the best thing about touring with Ron?
Saul Ashby: Hanging out with a mate and pretending it's work.

Ron Pope Worldwide: What is your personal favourite song of Rons?
Saul Ashby: I really enjoy playing Atlanta.

Ron Pope Worldwide: Can you tell us a little about life on the Tour Bus?
Saul Ashby: I think we watched Get Him To The Greek about 3 times and I ate too many Pot Noodles.

Ron Pope Worldwide: How did you keep yourselves entertained on the road and between shows?
Saul Ashby: Didn't really have to make a conscious effort. Felt like one long night out.


Thank you so much to Saul for giving us an insight to life on the road with Ron Pope.

If you enjoyed Saul Ashby's performances when he toured with Ron in the UK and Ireland or just want to give his work a listen (I promise you won't be disappointed), you can download his new Runaway Hearts EP for free here

For information on where Ron is touring and to buy tickets, go here.

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