 A railfan since early childhood, he published photographs of steam locomotives in "The Magic of Trains"
 and established a non-profit group with the German Foundation for the Protection of Historical Monuments which works for the preservation of trains, such as the steam-powered DR 18 201.In spring 2009, with English pianist Ben Waters, he renewed his relationship with Charlie Watts, drummer of The Rolling Stones.With bassist Dave Green, they played concerts under the name The ABC&D of Boogie Woogie.