Music was my first love…
This is the soundtrack to a life well travelled — classic albums, deep cuts, backstories, playlists and concert memories that deserve a place on your turntable or in your headphones.
You’ll find first-hand reviews of landmark albums, reflections on unforgettable live shows, and playlists to match a mood, a moment, or a destination. Some of the records here are well known. Others might just surprise you.
Los Angeles Songs: The Ultimate LA Playlist
From Laurel Canyon and Sunset Boulevard to Compton and South Central, this Los Angeles playlist brings together songs inspired by the city, its myths, and its many musical worlds.
Songs for a Japan Trip: A Playlist
A personal playlist for a trip around Japan, from ‘You Only Live Twice’ and ‘Kyoto Song’ to ambient Japanese artists and a few tracks chosen purely for mood.
Florence + the Machine at the Utilita Arena Newcastle: Everybody Scream Tour Review
A short, video-first review of Florence + the Machine at the Utilita Arena Newcastle on the Everybody Scream Tour, with staging notes, a quick venue guide, and the set list from the night.
Como encontrar a Abbey Road em Londres
Um guia prático para encontrar a Abbey Road em Londres. Saiba onde fica a famosa faixa de pedestres dos Beatles, como chegar, o melhor horário para fotos e o que esperar ao visitar o local.
Les lieux musicaux emblématiques de Londres
Studios légendaires, pochettes d’albums mythiques et quartiers qui ont façonné l’histoire des Beatles, Pink Floyd, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin et des Rolling Stones.
Simply Red en concert en 2025 – critique de la tournée des 40 ans
À l’occasion de la tournée des 40 ans, Simply Red prouve en concert que son répertoire et la voix de Mick Hucknall traversent le temps. Une critique du live Simply Red en 2025, au-delà d’une seule date
Simply Red at The O₂ Arena – 40 Years On and Still Glowing
Simply Red returned to London’s O₂ Arena for their 40th-anniversary tour — two hours of timeless hits led by Mick Hucknall’s unmistakable voice. Nearly three decades after first seeing them at Wembley, this concert showed he’s still got, and a reminder of just how many hits they had!
50 Iconic Songs About New York City: The Ultimate Playlist
From Billy Joel and the Beastie Boys to Joni Mitchell and LCD Soundsystem, this New York City playlist brings together 50 songs shaped by Manhattan, Brooklyn, Harlem, Chelsea and Broadway.
In Search of the Division Bell
A first-hand journey into the Cambridgeshire Fens to identify the exact location of Pink Floyd’s The Division Bell album cover, and to understand how Ely Cathedral shaped one of rock’s most enduring images.
Concert Review: Lana Del Rey Live at Wembley Stadium 4th July 2024
Lana Del Rey took over Wembley Stadium on 4 July 2025 with a surreal, Southern Gothic-inspired show. From Addison Rae’s energetic support set to Lana’s dreamlike visuals, poetic interludes and a haunting setlist, this was part concert and cinema.
Concert Review: Marshall Gilmour Webbs Debut at Piano Smithfield, London (2 July 2025)
An intimate debut from Marshall Gilmour Webbs at Piano Smithfield. Born from David Gilmour’s tour, this new vocal group brings harmony, soul, and substance.
Robbie Williams Live at the Royal Crescent, Bath – Concert Review 2025
A full concert review with video highlights from Robbie Williams’ sun-soaked Britpop show at the Royal Crescent in Bath — a night of songs, stories, and surprise guests.
Where Rock Stars Lived: Harrison, Page, Jagger and Their Grand English Estates
From Friar Park to Redlands, explore the country estates where rock legends found refuge, wrote hits, or simply hid from the world. This is just a selection — which others would you add?
Bruce Springsteen Berlin 2025: Concert Review & Video Highlights
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band returned to Berlin’s Olympiastadion for a powerful night of music, politics, and connection. Watch video highlights from the 2025 Hopes and Dreams tour, including Born to Run, Chimes of Freedom, and more.
Father’s Day Gifts for the Music-Loving Dad
From limited-edition rock art to vinyl classics, here’s your 2025 guide to Father’s Day gifts that go beyond the cliché. Whether he’s into Bowie, Beatles, or just building Lego guitars, these music-inspired ideas are made for the dad who still knows how to turn it up.
Deja Vu in London: A Tribute to David Crosby at the Barbican
A heartfelt review of a tribute to David Crosby at the Barbican. The concert featured *If I Could Only Remember My Name* performed in full, alongside Crosby classics. A night of harmonies, stories, and the enduring message that “music is love.”
Hard Times are Over
In November 1980, John Lennon and Yoko Ono released Double Fantasy, their collaborative album that would tragically become John’s last. Its closing track, “Hard Times Are Over,” feels particularly poignant—a hopeful message at the end of a turbulent decade. Let's take a look and listen this heartbreaking final song.
Concert Review: Lauren Mayberry at the O2, London
Lauren Mayberry, best known as the former Chvrches frontwoman, wowed the O2 crowd supporting London Grammar. Her solo set previewed tracks from her debut album Vicious Creature, blending introspective lyrics with infectious energy. With a sound that recalls Siouxsie Sioux & The Cure, Mayberry delivered a standout performance that left me eager for more!
Concert Review: London Grammar at the O2, London
Seeing London Grammar live at the O2 in London was an unforgettable experience. The setlist blended classics like Hey Now and Wasting My Young Years with newer tracks from Californian Soil and their latest album. Hannah Reid’s incredible voice captivated the audience, from a stunning rendition of Hell to the Liars to a playful moment during You and I when the crowd hesitated to sing back, preferring to hear her soar.With Lauren Mayberry opening and a powerful encore featuring Lose Your Head, this concert was a true celebration of one of Britain’s finest bands.
Concert Review- David Gilmour at the Royal Albert Hall
David Gilmour brought The Luck and Strange Concerts to London’s Royal Albert Hall, blending Pink Floyd classics with new material in an intimate, atmospheric setting. With the upcoming release of his Rome concert film and live album, revisit what made these shows so special in my full review — complete with highlights from the performance.