The Waterboys were one of the biggest bands of the 80s but almost four decades on from their commercial heyday, leader Mike ... Scott told this writer how the record came about. “The songs ...

Over four decades ago, when Mike Scott started The Waterboys, the very first song they released saluted the art of somebody else. “A Girl Named Johnny”, issued in 1983, swooned over the ...

Mike Scott of The Waterboys and the band's new album is "Life, Death And Dennis Hopper." Thanks so much for being with us. SCOTT: You're very welcome, Scott. My pleasure. (SOUNDBITE OF SONG ...

NPR's Scott Simon talks to Mike Scott of the Scottish band, The Waterboys, about their new album, "Life, Death & Dennis Hopper." ...