Donna Summer: A disco dear too soon departed

Our neighbours are mourning. For the peace they once had. Since the news broke last week me and the missus have been keeping it Summer. Donna Summer. Our queen disco, so sorely missed. It seems like we all have a I Feel Love story. Coming out, going out, the first kiss, the first 12 inch, the first disco. Gay, gay, gay. No matter what may … Continue reading Donna Summer: A disco dear too soon departed

Queenie’s disco damaged ear – a Wildblood thank you x

F*** me. There I was thinking I’d stay at home and have a quite weekend with my books. But then disco damage rears its ugly head and its get nasty for my sweet sweet missus. After an afternoon and early evening caring for one of her young people, doing what so many carers do and not putting herself first, Queen Jo goes Djing at DSD. … Continue reading Queenie’s disco damaged ear – a Wildblood thank you x

Wildblood + Queenie’s Beatport DSDeeper Rebel Recovery Chart

After a blinding right regal Queenie birthday weekender at DSD, DSDeeper Rebel and Danceteria here’s some BPM’s to make the wait till next weekend a little easier! Hit the pic for some sound adventures with Joris Voorn, UMEK, Maelstrom, Richard Malcoh, Electronic Youth, Joy Negro, Tonyboy, That Kid Chris, Youri Donatz and the ever classic, always wonderful Nitro Deluxe. DSD returns this Friday at OhSo … Continue reading Wildblood + Queenie’s Beatport DSDeeper Rebel Recovery Chart

Perfect Distractions: Electronic Youth ‘Soul Speaker’

I have so many words to write as I head towards the end of term but a distraction this sweet is always welcomed. ‘Soul Speaker’ rocked the DSDeeper Rebel crowd early on, all gentle like, and strangely addictive. Part of a EP of especially fine beats that include the sweet as ‘ I See You (You See Me)’. Time to get down. Deep, down, down. … Continue reading Perfect Distractions: Electronic Youth ‘Soul Speaker’

DSD: Brighton just got it’s dirty sunset disco back!

Wondering where that promise of Spring went? Curious as to exactly when this summer of ours will spring into action? Fret not. For if there is one signal that summer has come its the return of DSD. And yes, the wait is over, as Brighton’s most delicious of dirty sunset disco’s spins into view. Expect beachside action of the saucy kind as AJ and his … Continue reading DSD: Brighton just got it’s dirty sunset disco back!

Crackle, hiss and pop: my vinyl addiction

Crackle, hiss and pop. Less Rice Krispies more vinyl please. Yep vinyl, that wax addiction so many can’t seem to shake. For me its all about the artwork and the shared memories as the soundtrack of my life presents itself in perfect 45 or 33 RPM form. Hi-fidelity and, judging from some of the wonders I pulled from my shelves today, hi-style. Box set, picture … Continue reading Crackle, hiss and pop: my vinyl addiction

Wildblood and Queenie’s May Wonders: Weatherall, Ame, Baker Street, mulletover, Deniz Kurtel and Nôze

May. A month of wonders, festival and fabulousness. Oh and a certain majestic birthday. But before we get distracted by candles and cake lets take a wander though the best May has to offer. First up is Human Woman’s self-titled album ‘Human Woman’ on hfn. Its like the summer of love is with us once more as the atmospheric synths and guitar demand you go … Continue reading Wildblood and Queenie’s May Wonders: Weatherall, Ame, Baker Street, mulletover, Deniz Kurtel and Nôze

Bear-Patrol Skydiving for The Sussex Beacon in Memory of Paul Raworth

We lost a brave Brighton soul yesterday. Come July the 14th The Bear Patrol will honour Paul Raworth’s memory by raising funds for the Sussex Beacon. Sponsoring them is easy – just check the Just Giving link below. Jumping out of aplane might be less so but lets make sure they know how much we appreciate their skydiving intentions. Flying bears on a July afternoon. … Continue reading Bear-Patrol Skydiving for The Sussex Beacon in Memory of Paul Raworth