‘It’ll be in my Guardian obituary’: David Balfe on inspiring Blur’s Country House and tripping on Top of the Pops
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Source: Guardian Australia
Published: 2026-04-29 14:00 UTC+10:00
Section: Music
Factuality Score: 90
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Culture & Entertainment
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He was the burned-out bigwig who moved to a very big house. Now back with his first music for decades, he talks about signing the Proclaimers, being punched by Julian Cope – and his Scott Walker-inspired trio
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