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Artwork for The Natural Lines album "The Natural Lines"
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The Natural Lines “The Natural Lines”

March 27, 2023 Darren Lumbroso 0
Re-emergence of Matt Pond with a new alias, and a record that glistens and glimmers. The debut Natural Lines album sees the return of Matt Pond who with a “PA” added to his name released 14 […]
Paul Weller at the Michael Sobell Sports Centre 12 December 1981
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The First Time: Darren Lumbroso – The Jam, Michael Sobell Sports Centre, London, 12th December 1981

March 7, 2023 Darren Lumbroso 2
The Jam were a very British phenomenon who by 1981 had firmly established themselves in the hearts and minds of a generation. Their albums, such as ‘Sound Affects’ and ‘The Gift’, offered sharply observed vignettes of […]
Artwork for Complete Mountain Almanac album
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Complete Mountain Almanac “Complete Mountain Almanac”

February 17, 2023 Darren Lumbroso 0
A meditative record with songs ranging from beautiful chamber folk to classical, best listened to on headphones. Complete Mountain Almanac is a collaboration between Norwegian-born, Sweden-based singer and composer Rebekka Karijord and the American-born, Italy-based poet, […]
Artwork for King Tuff album “Smalltown Stardust”.
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King Tuff “Smalltown Stardust”

February 10, 2023 Darren Lumbroso 0
Album number six sees a change in direction to a smoother and more multi-layered sound. For his sixth album, King Tuff, otherwise known as Kyle Thomas, ditches his garage rock roots to make a smoother-sounding album. […]
Artwork for My Politic album “Missouri Folklore: Songs & Stories From Home"
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My Politic “Missouri Folklore: Songs & Stories From Home”

January 13, 2023 Darren Lumbroso 0
An album of sincere, candid and exquisitely delivered tales from the American mid-west. My Politic comprise Kaston Guffey and Nick Pankey, an acoustic duo, who grew up together in the small town of Ozark in Christian […]

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Holly Carter live at Newbald Village Hall, North Newbald, Yorkshire - 1st March 2026

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Holly Carter live at Newbald Village Hall, North Newbald, Yorkshire - 1st March 2026
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Live Review: Holly Carter, Newbald Village Hall, North Newbald, Yorkshire – 1st March 2026

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There is a sense of civility about teatime concerts on a Sunday. They fit in perfectly with the presumed ambience and relaxed pace. Sunday papers lazily perused, Sunday lunch heartily devoured, and still time for an […]
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Book Review: Mitch Baranowski (editor) “Austin’s Music Scene: Your Guide to the City’s Most Iconic Artists & Venues”

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In 1991 Austin City Council declared the city the Live Music Capital of the World. The live music and festival scene has grown over the years, including internationally recognised events like South by Southwest and Sutin […]
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