May contain a heavy dose of Jim Kerr
I was working out how many gigs I’ve got coming up last night – and the answer was – 14 of the things! (And still hoping to sort another two Simple Minds gigs on top of that…if only money grew on trees.) I have NEVER been to so many gigs in my life! The love…
I love the documentaties produced by art historian Waldemar Januszczak. I have seen a number of great ones over the years. His latest on American art has so far not disappointed. The revelation of episode one for me was the work of Thomas Hart Benton. The way he formed his work and what resulted. The…
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This is seriously THE best laugh I’ve had ALL DAY! OMG…what a gem! But also…HOW MUCH!? Lol This also immediately sprang to mind…
A new photozine booklet available to pre-order sees a collection of photos by Vrginia Turbett of XTC in New York new to the collection. Available from July 4th, but able to be pre-ordered as of now, this will sell FAST! Get in quick! A must for any XTC or VT fan! Details at – https://hangingaroundbooks.com/products/travels-in-nihilon-1980-xtc-in-new-york
Well, it may sound weird still to call yourself an artist…but you can do it with affirmation and pride. A body of work that shows its worth, that you’ve received accreditation and validation for. So, it may sound odd to your “Weird Ears”…but it is wholly justified. A case in point…just how the rest of…
I’m going to assume the that magazine is Belgian, seeing as I bought these magazine clippings from a seller in Belgium. The language is French, so…. Anyway, I shall keep the pages as they are. Too much to try and translate…just something on the blog for the French speakers to enjoy. For us English ignoramuses,…
Read full post “Article On Peter Gabriel And Jim Kerr From – AOUT/BEST Magazine, 1989” »
Oh, how I would hope, pray, dream…wish my goddamn bloody life away to be this privileged. It’s all it will ever be for me, I’m sure. It’s EVERY fan’s wish, but so few, a FORTUNATE few get to experience it. I can’t help but be at least a light shade of green looking at your…
Here is the audio excerpt of Catherine’s interview with Steve Lamacq and her performance as The Anchoress (and band), performing a great version of Long Year and What Goes Around, live from the Southbank Centre as part of day one of Robert Smith’s Meltdown Festival. Enjoy! (Pic taken from Catherine’s FB page.)
A little update on the “Wee Oui gig” the other night. You *may* just want to take a look if you missed hearing the gig on Wednesday night…
A wonderful opportunity to buy some music memorabilia from the amazing Virginia Turbett. She’ll be selling vintage prints of mod and ska groups by the likes of The Jam, Madness, The Specials, Secret Affair, Chords and others. Check her Facebook page below for details. (Smartphone or mobile device optimal viewing) The rally is taking place…
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