David Paton is the singer, songwriter, and bass player with the group Pilot. He's written 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. He also spent three years touring the world and recording as bassist for Elton John. He performed with Elton at 1985’s Live Aid.

David has some amazing stories to tell about the creation of the hit singles “Magic” and “January”, Elton John’s “Nikita”, the Pretenders' “I’ll Stand By You", what it was like recording with Jimmy Page and Kate Bush, performing with Rick Wakeman and more. They’re all part of his brand new book Magic: The David Paton Story!

Purchase a copy of Magic: The David Paton Story through Burning Shed in the UK https://burningshed.com/david-paton_magic-the-david-paton-story_book
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Listen to a playlist of David Paton's music discussed in this episode https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3T86Q0xMOr84TXqCDmD26P?si=1156c376e4484faa

Listen to the main theme to “Death Wish II” by Jimmy Page featuring David Paton on bass https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLIDEVrJoiI

Watch Rick Wakeman and David Paton performing "Eleanor Rigby" live in 1991 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObLtZAk45z0

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David Paton (Pilot, Alan Parsons Project, Elton John, Jimmy Page, Kate Bush, Pretenders) [Episode 136]

This is a cover version of Alan Parsons Project's 'Old and Wise'. The original was released in 1982 and was part of the #app album 'Eye in the Sky'.
This is a rather melancholic song, which makes you think about the transience of things, memories and loves.
I hope you like it.
This version is made for personal enjoyment and is not monetized in any way.

Old And Wise - Alan Parsons Project COVER

Sirius-Chicago Bulls Theme (Alan Parsons)

Some Other Time — The Alan Parsons Project

Here's my cover of "Some Other Time", a 1977 song by The Alan Parsons Project (from the "I Robot" LP).

A huge thank you to JayKyuu who contributed an awesome guitar solo!
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Some Other Time

Performed and recorded by Laurent Stuber
April 5, 2025

Disclaimer: no copyright infringement intended. I do not own the music use in this video. All credits belongs to the rightful owner.

Sirius - Eye in the Sky [My Alan Parsons Tribute Loop]

The most beautiful well written and haunting song ever made. And it worked so well with the movie. It's a must see bucket list to watch and the soundtrack. Still chokes me up to this day :(

Phil Collins - Against All Odds - ( Electric Dreams Mix )

Sampled from the legendary Chicago Bulls player presentation anthem "Sirius" by Alan Parsons Project. 

Played by Eric Prydz as Intro @ Grid Mainstage - ARC Music Festival Chicago 29/8 - 2025

Many greetings from Stockholm to the Pryda Family 
And, 
Go bulls!

/Hjafri

Hjafri - Sirius 2024 (Eric Prydz Support @Arc Music Festival Chicago 2025)

My cover of "Sooner or Later", a song by The Alan Parsons Project from the "Vulture Culture" LP (1985).

Great guitar solo by my friend @JayKyuu!

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Sooner or Later — The Alan Parsons Project

Let me share my journey with you. I started DJing at 16, playing school events in Sydney alongside my mate David. By the time I was 19, I had broken into the Sydney club scene, finally stepping into the career I had always dreamed of. From the very beginning, I was passionate about playing uplifting music—there's nothing worse than being in a club with a DJ who doesn't know how to get the crowd moving.

Over time, I made my way into the heart of Sydney’s nightlife. The 90s were the golden era for DJs—the energy was electric, the music was explosive, and the vibe was unforgettable. I had the privilege of being trained by some of the best and working with top talent in the city. That’s where I truly found my groove.

Honestly, I wish the magic of 90s music had never faded, but times changed. In the early 2000s, I hung up my headphones and turned to producing club tracks, especially since so many artists weren’t releasing proper club mixes. Still, I never stopped DJing—I just evolved and moved into a new realm.

A collection of assorted cover songs, from the 60s to today.
Pop, rock, prog, jazz, and everything in between...
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J'étudie la pratique de l'orgue Jazz à l'âge de 14 ans à Paris avec Armand Motta (pianiste de Barbara , Brassens) et j'ai mon premier synthé en 1976. Des études musicales en section T1 Musique au Lycée de Sèvres, avec dans la classe : Louis Winsberg du groupe Sixun et  Ludovic de Preissac. Je fais à l'époque partie de différents groupes pop/rock/funk et fais des rencontres musicales enrichissantes à l'aube des années 80 au Studio Vitamines à Gentilly et au Studio Witas à Chaville. En 1988, je découvre la MAO et je m'enferme alors avec synthés et ordis pendant pas mal de temps pour explorer tout ça et commencer à composer sérieusement. Passionné par le Jazz, l'énergie du Funk, j'aime la fusion des styles (electro/acid jazz/drum & bass/musiques du Monde). Quelque temps en 2006 au sein de Atif and Soul People et de Notsos sur Versailles. Mes claviers préferés sont l'orgue Hammond, le Fender Rhodes, le Wurlitzer et bien sur les synthés analogiques au gros son bien funky. Les rencontres qui m'on marqué : Rhoda Scott en 1974 au Club St Germain, Bertrand Richard (p.) qui m'a montré mes premiers accords de Blues, Philippe Khalifa (gt.), Stephan Gibu (dr. & bs.) des groupes de funk/gospel "Ray Sidney Firm Soundation" et "Soul Activation", Loïc Bordas (sax & bs.), Bernard Le Bellego, Emmanuel Barrache (gt. harmo.) des groupes "Quai Ouest" et "Chicago Line Blues Gang" , Patrice Barreau (dr.), les musiciens de 'Atif and Soul People' et de 'Notsos'...

Différents métiers : webmaster, infographiste, vendeur de pianos/orgues (Hammond, Gem, Viscount, Oberheim, Promotion d'artiste... 

Influences :

George Duke, Bill Evans, Chick Corea, Wendy & Lisa, Prince, Sheila E., Joe Sample, Rodney Franklyn, Bob James, Ricky Peterson, Michel Petrucciani, Bill O'Connell, Horace Silver, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Pierre-Alain Goualch, Ludovic De Preissac, Soulive, Isaac Hayes, Roy Ayers, Donny Hathaway, Till Brönner, Candy Dulfer, Maceo Parker, Don Braden, Sophie Alour, Meshell Ndegeocello, Marcus Miller, Rhonda Smith, Herbie Hancock, George Benson, Larry Carlton, Earl Klugh, Michael Sembello, Al Jarreau, Gino Vannelli, Steely Dan, Toto, Level 42, Weather Report, Barbara Denerlein, Lonnie Liston Smith, Joey DeFrancesco, Jimmy Smith, Take 6, Kurt Elling, Viktoria Tolstoy, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Robin McKelle, Eliane Elias, Bebel Gilberto, Gabriela Anders, Tania Maria, Ray Barretto, Natali René, Ani DiFranco, Randy Crawford, Rachelle Ferrell, Maxwell, Jill Scott, Angie Stone, The Brand New Heavies, Sarah McLachlan, Coldplay, The Beauty Room, Michel Colombier, The Cinematic Orchestra, [re:jazz], Ananda Project, Gaelle Adison, Everything But The Girl, Massive Attack, Morcheeba, Laurent De Wilde... 
Une admiration sans borne pour : George Duke, Prince et H.E.R.

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