I think it’s fair to say that I love my city and have no problems representing it when at all possible. What makes it so much easier is when there is such a treasure trove of artistry that constantly replenishes itself. One such example is a new band called Clinical Trials fronted by one Somer [...]
02/08/2009
Categories: dance-rock, indie, new music, rock, tunes . Tags: clinical trials, in the wake of the digital afterlife, polly got away, somer bingham . Author: Billy Suede . Comments: Leave a Comment
Ok children… Since i was away, many things have taken place and some great music has been released. The UK releases of the brilliant La Roux and Little Boots records, the Placebo record, Kasabian, etc… I now put it to you. What have I missed? Trust me I know all about the Michael Jackson fiasco [...]
21/07/2009
Categories: Uncategorized . . Author: Billy Suede . Comments: Leave a Comment
Hello Suede-heads!
It’s been a long while now since my last post. Where have I been? Alas, I have been without internet access the last week or so. It appears that I’m one of those people who are apparently still living in 2003 and still does not own a laptop. This being the case I am [...]
01/06/2009
Categories: random thoughts . . Author: Billy Suede . Comments: Leave a Comment
“You don’t have to be in Who’s Who to know what’s what
You don’t have to be a high flier to catch your slot
The night we met was cold and wet
I needed a drink or two
I saw you standing there and I knew
I’d like to be loved by you”
As we move on [...]
15/05/2009
Categories: electro, new wave, the classics, tunes . Tags: did you see me coming, fundamental, hype williams, michel gondry, minimal, pet shop boys, spike jonze, yes . Author: Billy Suede . Comments: 2 Comments
Apparently someone called the cops and Youtube had to take down the link for the brand spankin’ new Pet Shop Boys single Love Etc. I was pretty bummed. I took some good natured ribbing but I have prevailed! Friends, below is the song in all its glory. A rip-roaring, whimsical tune that is less Xenomania-influenced [...]
07/02/2009
Categories: electro, new wave, the classics, tunes . Tags: chris lowe, emi, love etc, neil tennant, parlophone, pet shop boys, yes . Author: Billy Suede . Comments: Leave a Comment
Figures that once word was leaked…someone called in the cops. The link for “Love, Etc” is dead but fear not, friends, for I will prevail. More to come!
06/02/2009
Categories: Uncategorized . Tags: love etc, pet shop boys . Author: Billy Suede . Comments: Leave a Comment
Errr…not quite. I am going to see The Courteeners at the Mercury Lounge on St Patty’s Day as they warm up for their dates with the almighty Moz! Anyone going?
22/01/2009
Categories: Uncategorized . Tags: mercury lounge, morrissey, st patrick's day, the courteeners . Author: Billy Suede . Comments: 2 Comments
Joaquin Phoenix becoming a rapper with the production chores rumoured to be handled by none other than Puff Daddy? Oops, sorry. I mean Diddy. Am i the only one who can hear the faint of river phoenix turning and shivering in his grave?
Boy George is in the slammer…again. I know it’s hardly news at this [...]
19/01/2009
Categories: Uncategorized . Tags: boy george, culture club, diddy, do you really want to hurt me?, joaquin phoenix, p diddy, puff daddy, rap, river phoenix, sean combs . Author: Billy Suede . Comments: 2 Comments
