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.
From Animals to Zabriskie Point – an ever growing A-Z of Pink Floyd
I set myself the challenge of making an A-Z of Pink Floyd and it’s wider universe. From Animals to Zabriskie, this is an ever growing list of Floyd. There will be key figures I miss, albums I overlook and so much more I could add! Let’s call this an ever growing A-Z of Pink Floyd and see where we get to!
The Best Record Shops in Felixstowe
Felixstowe is one of my favourite Suffolk towns. A place that is ‘on the up’ it has to offer the music lover. In this article I share details of the best record shops in Felixstowe. Dig in!
Visiting Villa Nellcôte – a pilgrimage of sorts
The Villa Nellcôte, in Villefranche Sur Mer has to be one of the most fabled locations in rock n roll history. It was here that Keith Richards moved in October 1971 to avoid high taxes in the UK. It is here where the Rolling Stones would congregate and record their classic album, Exile on Main […]
Phil Spector’s Christmas Gift That Keeps on Giving
Unwrapping Phil Spector’s timeless Christmas gift of music, a holiday tradition that still shines amid the backdrop of history.
Achtung Baby – U2 dream it all up again
U2’s “Achtung Baby” album, released in 1991, marked a significant change in the band’s sound and style, incorporating elements of industrial rock, dance, and electronic music. The album’s experimental approach was a critical and commercial success, solidifying U2’s place as one of the most important and innovative bands of their time.