Discovering The Beatles at the age of fourteen, David Paton had no idea
that one day he'd work with Paul McCartney in Studio Two at Abbey Road
or that he'd write a number one worldwide hit, or that he'd spend three
years touring the world and recording as bass player with Elton John,
including playing in his band at Live Aid. These achievements were well
beyond his imagination - yet he did them. For David, making music was a
joy and a privilege, but his career as a musician made it possible for
him to meet and work with some of the world-famous artists that he
idolised. David Paton is the singer, songwriter and bass player with the
group Pilot, writing the worldwide hits 'Magic', 'January' and 'Just a
Smile'. He was a member of The Alan Parsons Project for ten years and
did session work with The Pretenders, Paul McCartney, Kate Bush, Chris
De Burgh, Chris Rea and Jimmy Page, to name but a few. This book gives
an insight into the life of a successful songwriter and session
musician. He has a lot to say, but as well as telling his story, the
book also offers valuable insight into what to do - and what not to do -
for creative people interested in pursuing a career in music.
