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
Perfect Distractions: Franck Roger ‘Bring It Back’ (Maya Jane Coles Remix) Real Tone Records
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
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: Getting Acid with it
This summer we are gonna go deep and acid and house and words like that. ‘Cos we can. ‘Cos it make us happy and ‘cos it seems right. This summer its all about fighting the bland with the bleeps. Like you do. Check out Chris Coco’s Melodica show this week for 12 reasons to go acidic this summer. Continue reading Perfect Distractions: Getting Acid with it
Strike a pose there’s something to it: Imagery in gay clubbing (1989-2000)
Okay disco dears this is where you come in. I’ve made my decision and I want you to be part of it. September 2009 and I made a change. Went back to school with the aim of making it to university. Twenty years too late but perfection nonetheless. And I’m loving it. Only now I’m here I’ve gotta make something of it. Come out of … Continue reading Strike a pose there’s something to it: Imagery in gay clubbing (1989-2000)
Wildblood and Queenie 