The Montgolfier Brothers - the first rumours of spring, 2005

"Despite the often lugubrious nature of his songs, Roger was huge fun to be around, with a curious mind and a keen interest in history, architecture, politics and radio comedy. He was the best of travelling companions, and in recent years visited Finland, Poland, Romania and Bulgaria; while abroad, he would naturally gravitate towards a locals’ bar rather than a museum or art gallery."