In 1980, Josephine flees her home in Ireland to start a new life in London, vowing never to return. Until seventeen years later when she is summoned to see her dying mother In 1997 ten year old Clare is looking forward to the summer holidays when she is going to meet her grandparents in IrelandContinue reading “Her Mother’s Daughter – Alice Fitzgerald”
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My Mother Said I Never Should
St James Theatre Running until May 21st 2016 It’s the first time Charlotte Keatley’s play has been performed in London in 25 years, but this production of My Mother Said I Never Should, produced by Tiny Fires and running at St James Theatre, suggests that the capital has been waiting that long. It’s easy toContinue reading “My Mother Said I Never Should”
Bear’s Den – Agape
American jangle, rustic jaunts, banjo balladeering and stupefied skiffle, Bear’s Den’s five track EP Agape is a heartfelt and inspiring record. Sweet and simple, it unfolds quickly and is a seamlessly involving collection of music. Signed to Communion Records, they are completely representative of the label’s sound. Authentic and stirring, raw and dreamy, hook laden andContinue reading “Bear’s Den – Agape”
Yellow Bird Project
Sometimes, when a little tipsy after a night out, and sitting on my sofa trying to sober myself up with a hefty portion of carbs to help prevent the inevitable hangover, I end up browsing online shopping. Lacking in willpower at the best of times, my bank account sometimes sees some unexpected purchases in theContinue reading “Yellow Bird Project”
Bushstock!
A festival in Shepherd’s Bush you say. Only 10 minutes down the road. Curated by the guys at Communion. I’m there. Except, thanks to a particularly riotous IAH Friday gig to see in the Queen’s Jubilee weekend at The King’s Head (thanks Mishal Moore, Abi Murray and ScenicLife) I found myself with an inability toContinue reading “Bushstock!”
And So She Thinks 