A word I know

Here is the first of a few tracks that have been found in the murky depths - The Selfish Gene - A Word I know - Recorded by Melville-cam at Cava East in the Summer of 1997. Quality is a bit ropey but it is what it is. More to come.

Left for Dead 2

The Balfour's make another complete hash of things.

Richard Coughlan R.I.P

 I just found out about this today - Very sad news:

Caravan drummer Richard Coughlan has died at the age of 66, the band have confirmed.

He’d been suffering ill health for several years and had been unable to take part in the band’s live performances on a regular basis since 2005. Mark Walker had been playing in his place.

The band say in a statement: “It is with a very heavy heart that we announce that Richard Coughlan passed away on Sunday 1st December.

“Richard was a founder member and drummer for Caravan for over forty three years. He has played on all of the band’s releases to date and was one of the early birds in the history of the Canterbury bands, having sessioned with The Wilde Flowers and predecessors.

“Despite not being well, Richard played percussion at Caravan’s reunion gig in London in December 2010 and received a standing ovation.

“His unique style of playing and wonderful character will be sorely missed. We pass our sincere sympathies to Richard’s wife Sue, his daughter Beth, and all his family.”

Caravan are planning to open a book of condolences on their Website.

A tribute: HERE  

A Change of Plan

Strange Clouds

Here's a few photos I took of some strange looking clouds that were passing over Edinburgh last Wednesday morning.

Desperation a m - Henry's Cellar Bar

With the last Isaac Brutal gig coming round so soon after Desperation a m played at Henry's on the 27th, I almost forgot all about it. But there is some footage - Have a look HERE

Last night at The Citrus

Here is a few pics (Video coming shortly) from last night's Lou Reed tribute gig at The Citrus Club. I don't know/can't remember any of the band names and there were a couple who went un-photographed (Most notably Pete's Pockets). It was a great gig but a bit of a bummer that we had to cut our set in half due to all the delays etc. Thanks to all who came along and gave their support.