Inga from Sweden

Posted by Skytower on Thu January 28, 2010

TweetOh my life, there could be a lot of Sweden-related stuff on this site over the coming weeks, and yet I’m not even definitely going to the bloody place yet – though the forthcoming service on the car (and, naturally, how much it costs) will dictate the answer.
Anyway, back on thread. Here’s “Inga from Sweden” [...]

 (Not) worldwide

Posted by Skytower on Sun January 24, 2010

TweetA splendid piece of YouTube logic.
Your video, (*title removed*) , may include content that is owned or licensed by these content owners:
* Content owner: WMG Type: Audio content
As a result, your video has been blocked worldwide.
What should I do?
No action is required on your part. Your video is still available worldwide.
Fantastic. [...]

 2009

Posted by Skytower on Thu January 1, 2009

TweetAh, it’s that time again…

Happy new year, dear reader. 2008 was deemed a write-off, hence the complete lack of posts over the last few weeks. I’ll write in more depth later; however, I’ve just had an accident involving a pint of Guinness and a text message…
For now, here’s a new year related song. Anyone remember [...]

 Seven songs

Posted by Skytower on Wed June 18, 2008

TweetYeah, thanks!
Nah, just kidding. Anything music related gives me a chance to fill a space that might otherwise be blank. And, when it comes to doing something that’s as… well, timely as this:
“List seven songs you’re into right now. No matter what the genre, whether they have words, or even if they’re not any good, [...]

 A&E

Posted by Skytower on Wed April 2, 2008

TweetI know that Monday is usually the day for me to drag out something “tuneful”, but it’s Wednesday and I’m feeling it. Right?!
What am I feeling? The current Goldfrapp tune, A&E, that’s what. So, if it has passed you by, or you’re intrigued (or, if you’ve been listening to it for ages, and think “blimey, [...]

 Peanuts

Posted by Skytower on Sat January 26, 2008

TweetRemember Shooting Stars?
Well, it’s time for George’s song – in an early incarnation of Andy from Little Britain.
All together now… peanuts!

 Rebellious revival

Posted by Skytower on Fri January 25, 2008

TweetAlready, in the last year or two, we have seen comebacks by Take That, and the Spice Girls. Boyzone have announced a forthcoming reunion tour. It could be the nineties all over again…
And then, out of the woodwork came East 17 – or E-17 as they prefer to be known these days.
Yep, Brian Harvey has [...]

 Worse than Aqua?

Posted by Skytower on Thu September 20, 2007

TweetDon’t say you weren’t warned.

(courtesy of Popjustice).

 Hairy

Posted by Skytower on Tue September 4, 2007

TweetBlimey. Uncle Phil’s a bit hairy these days, isn’t he..?

 Tape loading error

Posted by Skytower on Sat August 11, 2007

TweetWhilst looking for “up” “front” “gems” to play later this evening (we’re talking in a clubby capacity here, naturally), this track made me double check as to whether I’d actually mistakenly downloaded a ZX Spectrum tape loading signal.
Skip to about a minute and a half into it if you can’t be arsed waiting, and see [...]

 T.A.F.K.A.G8

Posted by Skytower on Mon July 16, 2007

TweetSo, we all remember Paul Gascoigne – or Gazza (or – even – G8, briefly… hence the post title which Prince fans might grasp quicker) for his fine footballing skills. And, if we’re thinking musically, for the stunning reinterpretation of “Fog On The Tyne” together with Lindisfarne. A fine musical moment if ever there was [...]

 Musical Monday

Posted by Skytower on Mon July 9, 2007

TweetThe first in a series destined to kick-start the week by picking the best (and sometimes the worst) examples of music ever. Or maybe just something random.
Let’s start with some quality Sophie-ness…

 Carol singer

Posted by Skytower on Mon June 11, 2007

TweetSo, who did you have on your bedroom wall when you were younger?
I have to admit, it was this lady…

Yes, ten points if you guessed correctly – the truly magnificent Carol Decker from T’pau. The first time I ever went to a concert in 1988 was to see them; I’ve got all three of their [...]

 Down

Posted by Skytower on Fri June 1, 2007

TweetMusical interlude time… and for those who want to “warm up their weekend” ahead of “larging it” and/or “rolling a fat one” (that’s tune, not spliff)… here’s the ace video for Groove Armada’s “Get Down”.
Enjoy.

 Rhythmically challenged

Posted by Skytower on Mon May 21, 2007

TweetHow much “Dad dancing” is there in this video?
Never mind the crowd; Cliff’s there, bopping away with his (more rhythmic) female counterparts. And what the devil is Pete Waterman doing? Pete – stop it, you look silly. (Mind you, it never stopped him on The Hitman and Her.)
But, when all is said, certainly Cliff’s best [...]