Perfect Distractions: Classic Through The Eyes of: Severino

I like to get d-d-d-d-dirty, I like to get down….like you do. Which is handy cos Severino’s new compilation Classic Through The Eyes of Severino on The Classic Music Company is ensuring I do so. Utilising the Classic back catalogue Severino has come up with a sophistocated yet saucy compilation (and brilliant Bonus Mix) that will have you wondering why he isn’t in charge of … Continue reading Perfect Distractions: Classic Through The Eyes of: Severino

Perfect Distractions: Guy Williams Hidden Pleasures Mixtape 1

Somethings just tickle my fancy. Especially treasures like this new Hidden Pleasures mix from the ever lovely Guy Williams. You need good taste to be a good DJ. Williams has it in bucketfuls. Low slung deep tech funk fuelled grooves of the coolest kind. That’s my soundtrack sorted for the weekend. facebook.com/GuyWilliamsMusic Continue reading Perfect Distractions: Guy Williams Hidden Pleasures Mixtape 1

Perfect Distractions: Ben Pearce ‘What I Might Do’ MTA Records

Endlessly wonderful. Just as it should be. Endlessly addictive. Just as I want it to be. Vocal murmurs that seduce as the airy synths grab your emotions and spin listening life into something special. Ben we dig ya. I can’t wait to see what you might do next. Ben Pearce  ‘What I Might Do’ MTA Records with remixes by Harry Wolfman, Adam Shelton and the endlessly … Continue reading Perfect Distractions: Ben Pearce ‘What I Might Do’ MTA Records

DJ Promo Pics: Been there, done it, bought the obligatory headphone pose

There are many reasons to like Not Another Corny DJ Promo Shoot. We’ve all been there. Some more than others it would seem. If you’ve ever tried to make a living as a DJ the promo pic is the bane / joy* of your working life. * delete as vanity sees fit. The interview and profile comes calling and you need a pic. There’s only so … Continue reading DJ Promo Pics: Been there, done it, bought the obligatory headphone pose

Perfect Distractions: XLR8R Podcast 268 – Kim Ann Foxman

Okay so here’s the deal. No one can release any great tunes, amazing albums or outstanding podcasts till I’ve finished my dissertation. Its just too distracting. Dancing like a loon around my study, tune hunting and being inspired to spend 8 hours gathering together material for a new Wildblood and Queenie podcast is just not helping my studies. Oh bugger. Kim Ann Foxman has just … Continue reading Perfect Distractions: XLR8R Podcast 268 – Kim Ann Foxman

Strike a pose, there’s something to it: Gay men wanted for dissertation research into club images

I’m looking for gay men of all ages to take part in my dissertation research into the imagery used in gay clubbing promotion (flyers / posters / viral videos) from the mid 1980s onwards. I’ll be exploring various aspects of how gay men are portrayed in club promotional material and your responses to it. Just how do you feel about the images used? What images … Continue reading Strike a pose, there’s something to it: Gay men wanted for dissertation research into club images

Perfect Distractions: Adele ‘Skyfall’

Today’s a good day. Books found, ideas had, dissertation case studies secured and my Jack got Forde-d. Oh and this entered my veins. Raised on Bassey and John Barry I’ve always been a sucker for strings and Paul Epworth’s Skyfall delivers more strings than a children’s dairy snack aisle.  Add our latest millionaire row-er Adele and well all is fine with this Bond addict. Just lets … Continue reading Perfect Distractions: Adele ‘Skyfall’

Wildblood + Queenie’s October Wonders

Wow! Well that was some summer. Celebrations, catastrophes and corking moments. Loved it. But as autumn wings it way into view and the chill comes we need some heat to ensure we keep toasty this October. First up is the return of Layo & Bushwacka!’s Rising & Falling on Olmeto. A lot of beats have passed under the bridge since Love Story but this achingly … Continue reading Wildblood + Queenie’s October Wonders