R.I.P. Laura Kennedy
She radiated strength and an aura of not giving a damn
does the Internet encourage free speech or discourage it?
The audience have masks up, they can say whatever they like.
Civil Civic – Rules (Civil Civic)
just a genuine love of guitar melody that goes straight from ear to heart.
preparing for a phone interview with Charlotte Gainsbourg
Let’s hope Charlotte doesn’t trawl the Internet, searching for herself, just before interviews.
some observations upon hearing the new Kate Bush album 50 Words For Snow
I’m not a particular fan of concentrating too hard when it comes to music
Mary Hampton – Folly (Teaspoon)
So you’re thinking Tinkerbell and glitterwings, floaty velvet scarves and dream catchers. Please don’t.
Everything Is Plastic – The Corrupting Ideal of Authenticity In Music
ALL music is fake. That’s why they call it a performance; that’s why they call it an act.
two discussions around the notion of ‘authenticity’ in pop music
Authenticity, pah! It’s as bad as real music! No such thing.
Throwing Muses @ De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill 01.11.11
The evolved Throwing Muses is a mighty force indeed, worthy of the name and the legacy
Is Collapse Board worth saving?
Music is a messy, disgusting, frustrating, fucking stupid, illogical art-form








