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Maximo Park – “Nature Always Wins” – how to keep doing that rock thing after the dizzy days of hedonism and youth Mathieu Boogaerts – ‘Boogaerts (en anglais)’- rare and gentle Chanson in English Where were we one year ago? (Covid) The Hold Steady – “Open Door Policy” – fulfilling all their promise so far JOHN PAUL KEITH – “The Rhythm of the City” – perfect car music

Maximo Park – “Nature Always Wins” – how to keep doing that rock thing after the dizzy days of hedonism and youth

PROLIFICA INC 26th February, 2021 It is sixteen years on from the indie thrill of »

Mathieu Boogaerts – ‘Boogaerts (en anglais)’- rare and gentle Chanson in English

TOT OU TARD RECORDS 26th Feb 2021 Very quiet, very considered, halting and charming. An »

Where were we one year ago? (Covid)

Its hard to take in everything that’s happened over the last year. We’re not yet »

The Hold Steady – “Open Door Policy” – fulfilling all their promise so far

THIRTY TIGERS 19th Feb, 2021 I’m going to swim upstream and say that The Hold »

JOHN PAUL KEITH – “The Rhythm of the City” – perfect car music

WILD HONEY RECORDS February 19th 2021 Pure rock and roll soul sounds make this a »

Album Reviews »

Maximo Park – “Nature Always Wins” – how to keep doing that rock thing after the dizzy days of hedonism and youth

Maximo Park – “Nature Always Wins” – how to keep doing that rock thing after the dizzy days of hedonism and youth

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Melvins – “WORKING WITH GOD” –  Alternately hilarious and bone-breakingly heavy

Melvins – “WORKING WITH GOD” – Alternately hilarious and bone-breakingly heavy

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Mathieu Boogaerts – ‘Boogaerts (en anglais)’- rare and gentle Chanson in English

Mathieu Boogaerts – ‘Boogaerts (en anglais)’- rare and gentle Chanson in English

February 21, 2021, No Comments on Mathieu Boogaerts – ‘Boogaerts (en anglais)’- rare and gentle Chanson in English
The Hold Steady – “Open Door Policy” – fulfilling all their promise so far

The Hold Steady – “Open Door Policy” – fulfilling all their promise so far

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JOHN PAUL KEITH – “The Rhythm of the City” – perfect car music

JOHN PAUL KEITH – “The Rhythm of the City” – perfect car music

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Interviews »

‘Who Am I?’ Pale Waves Album Review and lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie Interview- ‘I hope I can be that artist that fans find comfort in and that I never had when I was growing up’

‘Who Am I?’ Pale Waves Album Review and lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie Interview- ‘I hope I can be that artist that fans find comfort in and that I never had when I was growing up’

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We spoke To Post Animal About Their Brand New Album ‘Forward Motion Godyssey’ At The Start Of Their Biggest European Tour To Date

We spoke To Post Animal About Their Brand New Album ‘Forward Motion Godyssey’ At The Start Of Their Biggest European Tour To Date

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Reza Yazdani, King of Rock of Iran

Reza Yazdani, King of Rock of Iran

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The Faim Frontman Talks With Us About Getting Weird to Write Music, 2020 Plans and Billie Eilish + LIVE PHOTOS

The Faim Frontman Talks With Us About Getting Weird to Write Music, 2020 Plans and Billie Eilish + LIVE PHOTOS

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Pulverise: a nu-metal band from Leeds

Pulverise: a nu-metal band from Leeds

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Live »

Twin Atlantic at Manchester Academy 2

Twin Atlantic at Manchester Academy 2

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LILY MOORE / THE O2 / 05.03.20

LILY MOORE / THE O2 / 05.03.20

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Thumper – a band on fire, damped down by tiny crowd in Leeds

Thumper – a band on fire, damped down by tiny crowd in Leeds

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Hands Off Gretel – Don’t Touch Tour explodes in Leeds

Hands Off Gretel – Don’t Touch Tour explodes in Leeds

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Music Features »

‘Who Am I?’ Pale Waves Album Review and lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie Interview- ‘I hope I can be that artist that fans find comfort in and that I never had when I was growing up’

‘Who Am I?’ Pale Waves Album Review and lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie Interview- ‘I hope I can be that artist that fans find comfort in and that I never had when I was growing up’

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‘Easy’ By Pale Waves- A Mystical Light on Love

‘Easy’ By Pale Waves- A Mystical Light on Love

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Ten years ago, on Vanguard Online

Ten years ago, on Vanguard Online

June 13, 2020, 2 Comments on Ten years ago, on Vanguard Online
Lucille Bogan did not find musical inspiration by staring at bowls of fruit

Lucille Bogan did not find musical inspiration by staring at bowls of fruit

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Music Opinion »

There are eight Christmas songs worth cherishing

There are eight Christmas songs worth cherishing

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A New Era: A Mixed Music Reality

A New Era: A Mixed Music Reality

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The Lost Culture: HipHop

The Lost Culture: HipHop

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Reading Festival 2019: What went down

Reading Festival 2019: What went down

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Live in Photos »

Twin Atlantic at Manchester Academy 2

Twin Atlantic at Manchester Academy 2

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ONEREPUBLIC / THE LONDON PALLADIUM / 10.03.20

ONEREPUBLIC / THE LONDON PALLADIUM / 10.03.20

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GROUPLOVE / LAFAYETTE / 04.03.20

GROUPLOVE / LAFAYETTE / 04.03.20

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APRE / SCALA / 27.02.20

APRE / SCALA / 27.02.20

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The Script at Leeds First Direct Arena Friday 21st February 2020

The Script at Leeds First Direct Arena Friday 21st February 2020

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INHALER / HEAVEN / 20.02.20

INHALER / HEAVEN / 20.02.20

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We spoke To Post Animal About Their Brand New Album ‘Forward Motion Godyssey’ At The Start Of Their Biggest European Tour To Date

We spoke To Post Animal About Their Brand New Album ‘Forward Motion Godyssey’ At The Start Of Their Biggest European Tour To Date

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Palaye Royale, The Button Factory, Dublin – 16/2/20

Palaye Royale, The Button Factory, Dublin – 16/2/20

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Rock »

Melvins – “WORKING WITH GOD” –  Alternately hilarious and bone-breakingly heavy

Melvins – “WORKING WITH GOD” – Alternately hilarious and bone-breakingly heavy

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The Hold Steady – “Open Door Policy” – fulfilling all their promise so far

The Hold Steady – “Open Door Policy” – fulfilling all their promise so far

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‘Who Am I?’ Pale Waves Album Review and lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie Interview- ‘I hope I can be that artist that fans find comfort in and that I never had when I was growing up’

‘Who Am I?’ Pale Waves Album Review and lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie Interview- ‘I hope I can be that artist that fans find comfort in and that I never had when I was growing up’

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Teen Creeps – ‘FOREVER’ – grungy throwback pleases and relaxes

Teen Creeps – ‘FOREVER’ – grungy throwback pleases and relaxes

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Emotional Hardcore »

Black Peaks supporting Enter Shikari | Leeds O2 Academy | 02.02.2019

Black Peaks supporting Enter Shikari | Leeds O2 Academy | 02.02.2019

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Who We Are – “Memory”

Who We Are – “Memory”

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All Tied Up – Use a Pencil To Draw Blood

All Tied Up – Use a Pencil To Draw Blood

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Silent Season: ‘Stars’

Silent Season: ‘Stars’

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Post Punk »

Young Marble Giants – “Colossal Youth” 40th anniversary reissue – a reminder of outsider genius

Young Marble Giants – “Colossal Youth” 40th anniversary reissue – a reminder of outsider genius

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Automatic – Alienated Valentine’s Day in Leeds

Automatic – Alienated Valentine’s Day in Leeds

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Wire – speedy and intense espresso shot of a rare brew

Wire – speedy and intense espresso shot of a rare brew

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hot milk Support The Faim @ Manchester Academy 08.12.2019

hot milk Support The Faim @ Manchester Academy 08.12.2019

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Metal »

DORO Magic Diamonds – Best of Rock, Ballads & Rare Treasures

DORO Magic Diamonds – Best of Rock, Ballads & Rare Treasures

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Xibalba – ‘Anos En Infierno’ – perfectly hellish

Xibalba – ‘Anos En Infierno’ – perfectly hellish

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Bury Tomorrow Bring Biggest Ever Headline Tour to Manchester

Bury Tomorrow Bring Biggest Ever Headline Tour to Manchester

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Melt Banana – melting faces at The Brudenell Social Club 2019

Melt Banana – melting faces at The Brudenell Social Club 2019

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Alternative Rock, Grunge and Punk »

Melvins – “WORKING WITH GOD” –  Alternately hilarious and bone-breakingly heavy

Melvins – “WORKING WITH GOD” – Alternately hilarious and bone-breakingly heavy

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The Hold Steady – “Open Door Policy” – fulfilling all their promise so far

The Hold Steady – “Open Door Policy” – fulfilling all their promise so far

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‘Who Am I?’ Pale Waves Album Review and lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie Interview- ‘I hope I can be that artist that fans find comfort in and that I never had when I was growing up’

‘Who Am I?’ Pale Waves Album Review and lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie Interview- ‘I hope I can be that artist that fans find comfort in and that I never had when I was growing up’

February 11, 2021, No Comments on ‘Who Am I?’ Pale Waves Album Review and lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie Interview- ‘I hope I can be that artist that fans find comfort in and that I never had when I was growing up’
DEAD SEA APES / ADAM STONE / BLACK TEMPEST – ‘DATALAND’ – how to make records and alienate people

DEAD SEA APES / ADAM STONE / BLACK TEMPEST – ‘DATALAND’ – how to make records and alienate people

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Progressive Rock & Pop »

Jo Quail to re-release Five Incantations

Jo Quail to re-release Five Incantations

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Morse, Portnoy, George – ‘Cov3r To Cov3r’ / ‘Cover To Cover Anthology’ – we say: an enjoyable diversion from prog masters

Morse, Portnoy, George – ‘Cov3r To Cov3r’ / ‘Cover To Cover Anthology’ – we say: an enjoyable diversion from prog masters

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JahWobble and co. produce a stunner for 2020

JahWobble and co. produce a stunner for 2020

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British Sound Project takes over O2 Ritz Manchester this Saturday with hours of amazing live music

British Sound Project takes over O2 Ritz Manchester this Saturday with hours of amazing live music

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Post-Rock »

We spoke To Post Animal About Their Brand New Album ‘Forward Motion Godyssey’ At The Start Of Their Biggest European Tour To Date

We spoke To Post Animal About Their Brand New Album ‘Forward Motion Godyssey’ At The Start Of Their Biggest European Tour To Date

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British Sound Project takes over O2 Ritz Manchester this Saturday with hours of amazing live music

British Sound Project takes over O2 Ritz Manchester this Saturday with hours of amazing live music

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Mono|Gorilla, Manchester|06th May 2019

Mono|Gorilla, Manchester|06th May 2019

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George Ezra / Newmarket

George Ezra / Newmarket

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Indie »

Maximo Park – “Nature Always Wins” – how to keep doing that rock thing after the dizzy days of hedonism and youth

Maximo Park – “Nature Always Wins” – how to keep doing that rock thing after the dizzy days of hedonism and youth

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‘Who Am I?’ Pale Waves Album Review and lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie Interview- ‘I hope I can be that artist that fans find comfort in and that I never had when I was growing up’

‘Who Am I?’ Pale Waves Album Review and lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie Interview- ‘I hope I can be that artist that fans find comfort in and that I never had when I was growing up’

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Kiwi Jr. – “Cooler Returns” – perky playful pop to unlock the lockdown

Kiwi Jr. – “Cooler Returns” – perky playful pop to unlock the lockdown

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‘Easy’ By Pale Waves- A Mystical Light on Love

‘Easy’ By Pale Waves- A Mystical Light on Love

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Classical »

Jo Quail’s arresting performance at Bristol’s Exchange

Jo Quail’s arresting performance at Bristol’s Exchange

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Rodrigo y Gabriela – The Olympia Theatre, Dublin 18/9/19

Rodrigo y Gabriela – The Olympia Theatre, Dublin 18/9/19

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Alexandra Stréliski – Inscape

Alexandra Stréliski – Inscape

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Touching, tender, perfect piano by Chilly Gonzales

Touching, tender, perfect piano by Chilly Gonzales

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Blues »

JOHN PAUL KEITH – “The Rhythm of the City” – perfect car music

JOHN PAUL KEITH – “The Rhythm of the City” – perfect car music

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Niko Novak continues a lifetime of lament

Niko Novak continues a lifetime of lament

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Collete Cooper – Lost

Collete Cooper – Lost

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WILLIAM SHATNER – THE BLUES! – “Shatner’s Blues Trek is a galaxy of fun”

WILLIAM SHATNER – THE BLUES! – “Shatner’s Blues Trek is a galaxy of fun”

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Country »

Carson  McHone – sweet music, bitter experiences, artful songwriting

Carson McHone – sweet music, bitter experiences, artful songwriting

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Orville Peck @ Leeds Irish Center 24.10.2019

Orville Peck @ Leeds Irish Center 24.10.2019

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Bonnie “Prince” Billy

Bonnie “Prince” Billy

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Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy on the opportunities created by nuclear holocaust

Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy on the opportunities created by nuclear holocaust

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Pop »

Celeste – ‘Not Your Muse’ – confirmation of the breadth of a major vocal talent

Celeste – ‘Not Your Muse’ – confirmation of the breadth of a major vocal talent

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‘Easy’ By Pale Waves- A Mystical Light on Love

‘Easy’ By Pale Waves- A Mystical Light on Love

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Sleep Walker – Thirteen

Sleep Walker – Thirteen

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‘She’s my Religion’ by Pale Waves- A Devout Love Song

‘She’s my Religion’ by Pale Waves- A Devout Love Song

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Eighties Revivalists »

Fundisc – Behind The Scene

Fundisc – Behind The Scene

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A jazzy mashed potato from 1984

A jazzy mashed potato from 1984

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10 O’Clock Chemical ‘Favours for the Wicked’

10 O’Clock Chemical ‘Favours for the Wicked’

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Sights ‘Got it’ – circa 1988

Sights ‘Got it’ – circa 1988

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Acid Jazz, Funk and Soul »

FEMI KUTI + MADE KUTI – ‘LEGACY +’ – Father & son take afrobeat onwards

FEMI KUTI + MADE KUTI – ‘LEGACY +’ – Father & son take afrobeat onwards

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Jacob Collier’s toilet soul provides a momentary lift on this greyest of months

Jacob Collier’s toilet soul provides a momentary lift on this greyest of months

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African funk re-released for a cold winter’s day

African funk re-released for a cold winter’s day

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Nu jazz from Daniel Casimir & Tess Hirst

Nu jazz from Daniel Casimir & Tess Hirst

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Jazz »

Celeste – ‘Not Your Muse’ – confirmation of the breadth of a major vocal talent

Celeste – ‘Not Your Muse’ – confirmation of the breadth of a major vocal talent

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Johanna Burnheart – BURNHEART

Johanna Burnheart – BURNHEART

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Charles Tolliver – ‘Connect’ – fresh and bright but channeling a classic groove

Charles Tolliver – ‘Connect’ – fresh and bright but channeling a classic groove

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Roy Ayers is back

Roy Ayers is back

June 15, 2020, 1 Comment on Roy Ayers is back

Dance »

Deadmau5 Live at the Marquee Cork June 2020

Deadmau5 Live at the Marquee Cork June 2020

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Caravan Palace – electroswing puts a spark into Leeds’ Friday night

Caravan Palace – electroswing puts a spark into Leeds’ Friday night

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sir Was – gig review – Warm. Friendly. Nice.

sir Was – gig review – Warm. Friendly. Nice.

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Hang Massive – “If only they had deckchairs”

Hang Massive – “If only they had deckchairs”

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Electronic »

DEAD SEA APES / ADAM STONE / BLACK TEMPEST – ‘DATALAND’ – how to make records and alienate people

DEAD SEA APES / ADAM STONE / BLACK TEMPEST – ‘DATALAND’ – how to make records and alienate people

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Deadmau5 Live at the Marquee Cork June 2020

Deadmau5 Live at the Marquee Cork June 2020

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Caravan Palace – electroswing puts a spark into Leeds’ Friday night

Caravan Palace – electroswing puts a spark into Leeds’ Friday night

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Kid Methuselah’s unofficial fan club register thrills for 2019

Kid Methuselah’s unofficial fan club register thrills for 2019

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Lounge »

Mike Patton and Jean-Claude Vannier – “Corpse Flower” – packed full of respect for a giant of French music

Mike Patton and Jean-Claude Vannier – “Corpse Flower” – packed full of respect for a giant of French music

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Blinky Bill – Kenya’s next great hope?

Blinky Bill – Kenya’s next great hope?

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Equador – Treble Oh

Equador – Treble Oh

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Nice bit of Swedish lounge

Nice bit of Swedish lounge

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Hip Hop »

Post Malone announced as BST Hyde Park Headliner

Post Malone announced as BST Hyde Park Headliner

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God of Rap DMX, NAS & JUST BLAZE announce 2020 Tour

God of Rap DMX, NAS & JUST BLAZE announce 2020 Tour

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Clinchy Royal is closer to his dreams on “U Don Know” album

Clinchy Royal is closer to his dreams on “U Don Know” album

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The Lost Culture: HipHop

The Lost Culture: HipHop

September 19, 2019, No Comments on The Lost Culture: HipHop

Latin »

Melenas – “Dias Raros” – jangly garage-pop full of dreams and fun

Melenas – “Dias Raros” – jangly garage-pop full of dreams and fun

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Lucas Santtana – Ninguém Solta A Mão De Ninguém

Lucas Santtana – Ninguém Solta A Mão De Ninguém

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Rodrigo Y Gabriela – Mettavolution – still bright and fresh and ambitious

Rodrigo Y Gabriela – Mettavolution – still bright and fresh and ambitious

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Caro Emerald / Cambridge

Caro Emerald / Cambridge

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Festivals and Carnivals »

A secular celebration at Easter: La Fiesta de Genarin

A secular celebration at Easter: La Fiesta de Genarin

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AMP Announce The Magic Gang, The Murder Capital, Avelino and more for 2020 Festival

AMP Announce The Magic Gang, The Murder Capital, Avelino and more for 2020 Festival

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The big Review: Leeds Festival 2019!

The big Review: Leeds Festival 2019!

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Reading Festival 2019: What went down

Reading Festival 2019: What went down

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Music Lit »

Kim Gordon – Girl in A Band – Dey Street Books

Kim Gordon – Girl in A Band – Dey Street Books

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Music Film & Documentaries »

27 Gone Too Soon

27 Gone Too Soon

May 4, 2018, No Comments on 27 Gone Too Soon

Theatre & Stand Up »

Edinburgh Fringe: Hot Brown Honey

Edinburgh Fringe: Hot Brown Honey

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Edinburgh Fringe: Andrew Maxwell – Shake a Leg

Edinburgh Fringe: Andrew Maxwell – Shake a Leg

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Michelle Wolf sticks it to Trump & co & others

Michelle Wolf sticks it to Trump & co & others

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Hamilton, Victoria Palace Theatre, London

Hamilton, Victoria Palace Theatre, London

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Pegasus’ Black Opera 25th birthday concert left me enchanted

Pegasus’ Black Opera 25th birthday concert left me enchanted

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Flaneuring in Brixton with the ‘Midnight Runners’

Flaneuring in Brixton with the ‘Midnight Runners’

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Andrew Ryan “Did You Get Here Alright?”

Andrew Ryan “Did You Get Here Alright?”

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Carmen in one hour – being so close to an opera singer’s voice is a real treat

Carmen in one hour – being so close to an opera singer’s voice is a real treat

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An hour well spent on the edge of tears

An hour well spent on the edge of tears

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How to turn your vomit into a series of suckerpunches! Hitting home with your writing.

How to turn your vomit into a series of suckerpunches! Hitting home with your writing.

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What makes for good music journalism?

What makes for good music journalism?

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Making Gig Reviews Sticky

Making Gig Reviews Sticky

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Why bury the gobsmacking one liner?

Why bury the gobsmacking one liner?

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Do we need a date in the title of our articles?

Do we need a date in the title of our articles?

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What people don’t care about when they read a music review!

What people don’t care about when they read a music review!

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The Joy of Writing

The Joy of Writing

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The Art of Writing and getting better at it

The Art of Writing and getting better at it

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Where were we one year ago? (Covid)

Where were we one year ago? (Covid)

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Pablo Picasso at the Tate Modern, 1932

Pablo Picasso at the Tate Modern, 1932

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Le Corbusier was influenced by ancient Algerian architecture, according to the Tate

Le Corbusier was influenced by ancient Algerian architecture, according to the Tate

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London through a (wire) window

London through a (wire) window

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Kingfisher Way, Cambridge

Kingfisher Way, Cambridge

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Cañada Real – Madrid’s dark secret?

Cañada Real – Madrid’s dark secret?

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Has the Cambridge Mill Road mural missed the point about diversity?

Has the Cambridge Mill Road mural missed the point about diversity?

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Cat and contemporary architecture on the edge of Madrid

Cat and contemporary architecture on the edge of Madrid

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Bilbao in photos, August 2019

Bilbao in photos, August 2019

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Accessorising in Stansted Airport

Accessorising in Stansted Airport

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Donald Trump sticker, just off Old Street, London

Donald Trump sticker, just off Old Street, London

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Street Scenes from Algiers, Algeria

Street Scenes from Algiers, Algeria

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As I Walked Out One Midsummer Morning by Laurie Lee

As I Walked Out One Midsummer Morning by Laurie Lee

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Fabled Shore by Rose MacAulay

Fabled Shore by Rose MacAulay

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Bilbao in photos, August 2019

Bilbao in photos, August 2019

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Jamie Smart releases a video montage of a trip to Japan

Jamie Smart releases a video montage of a trip to Japan

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Books »

‘But Its So Silly’ Jon Arno Lawson

‘But Its So Silly’ Jon Arno Lawson

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Jan Morris, travel writer, dies aged 94

Jan Morris, travel writer, dies aged 94

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The Illustrated History of Football by David Squires

The Illustrated History of Football by David Squires

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Fabled Shore by Rose MacAulay

Fabled Shore by Rose MacAulay

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England turned 1500 last year – where was the party?

England turned 1500 last year – where was the party?

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Hungry child? Tough luck. Your parents shouldn’t have had you.

Hungry child? Tough luck. Your parents shouldn’t have had you.

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After 35 years UK finally free to face up to EU red tape

After 35 years UK finally free to face up to EU red tape

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Grinchy Boris steals Christmas from Brits

Grinchy Boris steals Christmas from Brits

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Food »

Think BISTO gravy granules contain meat extract or animal fat? Think again!

Think BISTO gravy granules contain meat extract or animal fat? Think again!

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The Italian espresso

The Italian espresso

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‘Not Always Caviar’ in Stansted Airport is not a bad place to have a bite to eat

‘Not Always Caviar’ in Stansted Airport is not a bad place to have a bite to eat

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Pacari Chocolate – OK but too pricey

Pacari Chocolate – OK but too pricey

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