Looking at all the great songs on my laptop right now, I can’t believe how many people have influenced my musical knowledge and tastes. There’s the obvious one; my dad, who’s HUGE knowledge and opinions have had a great impact on what I like, tolerate and hate!
My sister has also had an influence. There’s artists and songs that I love that I’d have never even heard if it wasn’t for her!
Tom (who probably never reads this!) rekindled my love for some classic artists and lesser known songs for which I am hugely grateful. I know some beautiful things because of him.
Alex introduced me to Slipknot, Sam brought me into Trivium (Like Light To The Flies is still a personal favourite of mine, and Rob kept me there!
Switching from Kerrang! to Radio1 a year or so ago has opened me up to a much wider variety of music, especially if I listen late at night.
I learned much from people who have made me mix CDs over the years. Two from the top of my head are Katili, and Jojo, both original Cockettes 
I wouldn’t have the musical knowledge I have today without these people, and probably more. I thank you all!
