Ian Cattell of Brit Floyd. Photo by Mike McKenney.
By “Tampa” Earl Burton, Rock At Night
What’s it like to be a member of a tribute band? For bassist Ian Cattell of the tribute band Brit Floyd, it means playing the music of one of the iconic groups in rock history! Rock At Night sat down with Ian ahead of Brit Floyd’s sweep of concerts through Florida to find out just how Ian became a fan of the legendary British rock act, what era of Pink Floyd was the best, and just how much leeway does a performer with a tribute band have in the music? Enjoy a few moments and learn about Brit Floyd and Ian Cattell’s work with the band!
I grew up in a household full of rock music, studied journalism in college, and then became a scientist.Although my science career has served me well, music has always played a major role in my life. I grew up reading "Creem" magazine; I play several musical instruments as a "hobby";and it seems a camera has always been in my hand. Now, I am combining what I love the most--music and photography--serving as editor of Rock At Night. I travel between the US and UK seeking my dream! My motto: life is short...no regrets. Chyrisse