Wildblood + Queenie’s June Jumpers!

The regal ear maybe a little disco damaged but the tunes they go on! After the month of May comes summer, surely? And to hasten its arrival there are plenty of corkers to play with. First up is the exquisite Quiet Village ‘Remixed with love by Maxxi & Zeus’
on Pyramid Of Mars. Expect your electronica expectations to be fulfilled as Quite Village deliver grooves as … Continue reading Wildblood + Queenie’s June Jumpers!

Perfect Distractions: Tomas Barfod – Broken Glass

I’m preparing myself for the White Isle. For some time in Ibiza. For those moments chasing the sunset across the island, for sand between my toes, for cafe con leche, for Sunday at Space, for dancing on the beach, for time – such precious time – with my missus. And this is getting me in the Eivissa frame of mind. Thank you Tomas. Tomas Barfod’s … Continue reading Perfect Distractions: Tomas Barfod – Broken Glass

How did you Feel Love? A Donna Summer question

Here’s the disco rub. I need to know what Donna Summer’s I Feel Love symbolises to you. Why is it important to you? When did you first hear it and how did you react? What does it represent? Is a gay thing? A coming out thing? Or is it just one of those universal moments in music that means something to everyone? Does it only … Continue reading How did you Feel Love? A Donna Summer question

Brighton Danceteria / Lovebox Warm Up Party: 03.06.12

Danceteria returns this weekend and I couldn’t be more excited. Hot lads, friendly vibe, decent tunes and a sprinkling of Donna Summer wonders. What’s not to like? Add a chance to win tickets to Lovebox with Chaka Khan and Grace Jones and HMD and, well, you have a must-do disco destination this Jubilee Sunday. Expect a soundtrack of good time tunes from DJs Pete Haywood, … Continue reading Brighton Danceteria / Lovebox Warm Up Party: 03.06.12

Perfect Distractions: Daveed ‘This & That EP’ Organika Records

Can’t think why me and the missus love this one so much? Could it be the loop, the bass, the “say what?”, or that enticing a.m. feel that has us in a frenzy. Those 5 words ‘house music all night long’ say it all. That and the fact it has a very stylish namesake. Daveed we salute you. Both of ya. Out now on Beatport Continue reading Perfect Distractions: Daveed ‘This & That EP’ Organika Records

Schtumm! Presents Tensnake: Friday 1st June Audio Brighton

Nothing raises my temperature higher than a gent called Tensnake. And he’s coming Brighton’s way this Friday. Audio is the venue, Brighton heroes Schtumm! the hosts, and a decent dance your destination. Tensnake’s last gig at Audio was one of my fav of 2011 and I can’t wait to get the most cool of Coma Cat’s in my sight. It is, my dear ones, is … Continue reading Schtumm! Presents Tensnake: Friday 1st June Audio Brighton

Perfect Distractions: The Great Gatsby A film by Baz Luhrmann

I can’t wait till the cold dark nights of December 2012. Because then it will nearly be Boxing Day and I can join the front of the queue for this wonder. The thought of my favourite ever book being touch by the likes of Leo had me in a shiver but then I remembered Moulin Rouge and the beauty that only Baz can bring. He … Continue reading Perfect Distractions: The Great Gatsby A film by Baz Luhrmann

The Golden Handbag Awards 2012: Vote Queen Josephine

Rumour has it she’s going for the sympathy vote. Rumour has it she’s changing her name to DJ Van Gogh. Rumour has it she’ll do anything to get your attention. Queen Josephine is a Brighton scene institution. She plays good tunes, is camp at the disco, delivers public service Pride weather forecasts and smiles a lot. A beloved deck queen, our Jo is one of … Continue reading The Golden Handbag Awards 2012: Vote Queen Josephine