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

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’

Perfect Distractions: Audio Podcast 001 – Round Table Knights

There’s nowt like a proper mixtape to keep your day sweet. Luckily Audio in Brighton have delivered such a gem with this their inaugural podcast starring the ever impressive Round Table Knights. Anything that climaxes with Love Is The Drug does it for me. As it should for you. Enjoy x Audio Brighton on Facebook Continue reading Perfect Distractions: Audio Podcast 001 – Round Table Knights

Perfect Distractions: “I Wanna Go Back #1” Compiled with love by Seamus Haji

Somethings about being in education never change no matter how old you are. And that ‘back to school’ post holidays feeling is getting to me today. The joy of lie-ins, deadline free days and bookless days are off the timetable for a while as I settle back into the educational groove. Thankfully Seamus Haji is helping with my latest case of back2skool-itis with his latest … Continue reading Perfect Distractions: “I Wanna Go Back #1” Compiled with love by Seamus Haji

Perfect Distractions: Maelstrom ‘House Music’ Sound Pellegrino

This is making my day…but not necessarily my neighbours. Boy is this a slice of simple acidic filth. The bass has me distracted, the command of a vocal has me hooked as Maelstrom insist “everybody house”. Like they do. Roll on a dancefloor at 4am. Roll on the house. Purchase MAELSTROM USSR EP Sound Pellegrino on Juno Download Continue reading Perfect Distractions: Maelstrom ‘House Music’ Sound Pellegrino

Perfect Distractions: Nôze – ‘Body Language Vol 11 mixed by Nôze’ Get Physical

After a rather super marvellous weekend I am so receptive to the delights on Nôze and his ‘Body Language Vol 11 on Get Physical. Earthy electronic and heavy house litter this exceptional mix as Nôze avoids going through the compilation motions to proudce something that thrills the emotions. To paraphrase Oliver Koletzki & Fran’s ‘Arrow And Bow’ (Marek Hemann Remix) this will make a million … Continue reading Perfect Distractions: Nôze – ‘Body Language Vol 11 mixed by Nôze’ Get Physical