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“It’s been a wonderful ride”: Strawbs’ Dave Cousins and The Magic Of It All
By James McNair published
Despite his best intentions, their 2023 album proved to be their last – and even though it involved a series of personal and business struggles, the release found the late bandleader in good humour and ready to fight another day

Strawbs founder, singer and guitarist Dave Cousins has died, aged 85
By Jerry Ewing published
Dave Cousins, who founded folk prog band Strawbs as The Strawberry Hill Boys in 1964, has died

Dave Cousins’ life with Strawbs, Rick Wakeman, Sandy Denny and Led Zeppelin
By Sid Smith published
Prog veteran recalls connecting with Sandy Denny, his band’s attempt to fire him, being loved by Led Zeppelin, why they’ve never had a Steven Wilson remix, the “albatross” of Part Of The Union and the unreleased, more political version

“There was misinformation from fans and members. There was resentment and vindictiveness: people saying this new album isn’t the real Strawbs”: Dave Cousins on his band’s civil war
By James McNair published
Latest album The Magic Of It All has a complex history - and although he’s retired from live performance, band leader insists it’s not a swansong

Strawbs in disarray as Dave Cousins hits back at fan complaints
By Jerry Ewing published
Strawbs mainman Dave Cousins hits back at "inaccurate misinformation" surrounding the band as they prepare for final fling!

The making of Strawbs Settlement album
By Paul Sexton published
Strawbs mainman Dave Cousins discusses the band's 22nd album, 2021's Settlement

Leicester University alumni Dave Cousins awarded honorary degree
By Jerry Ewing published
Strawbs mainstay Dave Cousins awarded honorary Doctor of Music degree by Leicester University

Strawbs mainman Dave Cousins announces one-off charity performance
By Jerry Ewing published
Strawbs' Dave Cousins will be returning to the stage, live in Chiswick on November 21
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