“The Story of the Butterfly (and the death of DMX)” 4 minute read I was listening to a podcast recently and heard about the passing of rapper, DMX. Although I cannot claim to have been a fan as such, it was still sad news to hear given his relatively young age. I continued to listen…
Don’t Ever Give Yourself The Chance For Regret
“Don’t Ever Give Yourself The Chance For Regret” 4 minute read I had the most amazing drive to work this morning. I’d woken up to blazing sunshine, had a shower and got changed. Downstairs I ate breakfast as the sun poured in through the blinds, the reflections of light casting horizontal lines across the dining…
I’d Forgotten How To Live (in praise of Feeder)
“I’d Forgotten How To Live (in praise of Feeder)” 12 minute read It was My Perfect Day. On the 31st of May 2008 I boarded a boat in the Bristol harbour. But it wasn’t just any boat, it was the Thekla; a 500 capacity music venue that’s been moored at the harbour walls since 1984….
Meeting the Dull Men of Great Britain – The Beer Can Collector
“Meeting the Dull Men of Great Britain – The Beer Can Collector” 14 minute read Do you remember the early designs of Lynx deodorant cans? I’m talking about the 80’s and 90’s here, back when the designs were clean and simple. The cans were black with a rounded cap, and three silver lines cut through…
Wild Camping 3: Attack of the Sheep – Edale, The Peak District
“Wild Camping 3: Attack of the Sheep – Edale, The Peak District” 16 minute read I cannot think of anything more humbling than the experience of watching the world wake up. To witness the world moving from dark to light, to feel the increasing warmth of the rising sun, and to hear the birds waking…