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Gregory Akerman // The 405 Interview

by Hannah Morgan

When aspiring (and bloody good) screenwriter Gregory Akerman realised he was too old to write for Skins (not to be confused with thinking that believes himself to be old enough to stop writing for Skins, he has never written for Skins), he turned to the medium of stand-up to procure his big break into the sitcom world; astonishingly failing to crash and burn spectacularly and actually doing pretty damn well for himself. [read more]

Introducing #162 // Right Click Save As

by Hannah Morgan

Ben Mercer, aka Right Click Save As, is a clever chap. If you can get past his boyish good looks (although why would you want to?) and his ridiculously hipsterish (I don't like the word hipsteresque, it's too...hipsterish) haircut, you should be able to get behind the fact that he's currently making some damn good music. As James Cook of Spotisfaction says; "ever wondered what glitchy electro-pop would sound like if it was done by just one man and his acoustic guitar? The answ... (continued) [read more]

We Make Our Own Mythologies // Compilation in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support

by Hannah Morgan

Those lovely folks at Sweeping The Nation have put together their first (hopefully of many!) compilation album, We Make Our Own Mythologies. The compilation contains 20 tracks, including a number of exclusives, demos and rarities, which have been generously donated by British artists and labels the blog has supported over the last few months. Johnny Foreigner, Her Name Is Calla, Stagecoach, Stairs To Korea, My First Tooth, Honour Before Glory and The Sound Of The Ladies are just a... (continued) [read more]

Video Exclusive // Short Stories: The Road â starring Frank Turner

by Hannah Morgan

Following on from their previous films, Lives Of The Artists and Follow Me Down (read our review of the Follow Me Down screening here), Relentless have upped the ante with a series of short films based around the 'No Half Measures' attitude that embodies this energy drink. The theme for this year's Short Stories films is 'focus', and the first entry in this series has been put together by East London based photographer-turned-filmmaker James Henry, who overlays interviews and ... (continued) [read more]

Metamorphose graduate arts show - 12-26th November

by Hannah Morgan

For the 5th year running, the Islington Arts Factory will showcase wonderful graduate artwork at their Metamorphose exhibition, which starts this Saturday. Exhibitors this year have recently graduated from fine art courses at Byam Shaw College of Art, The Royal College of Art, UCA Canterbury, Winchester, Wimbledon and Middlesex University. Some of the wonderful young artists showcasing their work include Giles Bunch, Louise Folliott, Karen Garratt, Angela Goodwin-Day, Tessa... (continued) [read more]

Introducing #94 Nymph

by Hannah Morgan

Ealing, West London isnât exactly synonymous with bands. Itâs a place where the last bastion of live music is being turned into yet another gastro pub. But out of this quagmire crawls Nymph. Combining the raw, no frills sound of early 90âs grunge with melancholy lyrics and haunting melodies, Nymph shows are raucous and passionate leaving the audience in a feedback induced trance. The band, who are in their early 20âs, formed at the start of 2010 and consist of Simon ... (continued) [read more]

Camp Bestival 2010 // The 405 Preview

by Hannah Morgan

Referred to fondly as Bestival's Little Sister, Camp Bestival takes place amongst the stunning scenery of Lulworth Castle, Dorset, and provides a slightly more laid-back, family friendly alternative to the hip hedonism of the Isle Of Wight event. If that sounds slightly too sedate for you, however, think again, as the inclusion of Angelina Ballerina and Mr Tumble certainly doesn't mean the exclusion of wonderful acts such as DJ Yoda, Calvin Harris, Marcus Brigstocke, Dan Le Sac v ... (continued) [read more]

Camp Bestival 2010 // The 405 Preview

by Hannah Morgan

Referred to fondly as Bestival's Little Sister, Camp Bestival takes place amongst the stunning scenery of Lulworth Castle, Dorset, and provides a slightly more laid-back, family friendly alternative to the hip hedonism of the Isle Of Wight event. If that sounds slightly too sedate for you, however, think again, as the inclusion of Angelina Ballerina and Mr Tumble certainly doesn't mean the exclusion of wonderful acts such as DJ Yoda, Calvin Harris, Marcus Brigstocke, Dan Le Sac v ... (continued) [read more]

Festival Update: Guilfest

by Hannah Morgan

Guilfest is an independently run, family festival held in Stoke Park, Guildford on 16th, 17th and 18th July (that's only a week away!) Packed with extras such as comedy, children's entertainment, theatre and art/craft exhibitions, as well as a lineup that this year showcases headliners Orbital, Human League and Status Quo (proving that declining to go down the mass corporate sponsorship route definitely doesn't mean a sub-standard line-up), there really is something for everyo... (continued) [read more]

Introducing #80 Secret Cinema Band

by Hannah Morgan

This vibrant four piece have wowed audiences since late 2008, playing festivals and venues around the UK. They are one of the winners of the Q Magazine Glastonbury Emerging Talent and as a result will be performing at Glastonbury this year. With varied backgrounds, their music is both moving and hard to define. The band writes its music collectively and uses unusual instruments and techniques such as old electronic toys and replacing a bass with an electric violin, which has led t... (continued) [read more]

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