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stcstc recommended this 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Interpol never again captured the post-millenial tension of urban life quite like they did on their debut. Overcoming some superficially weak lyrics and derivative sounds, the sum is undoubtedly greater than the parts, and it comes together to form a cohesive and unique mix.
stcstc recommended this 4 months, 2 weeks ago
If this isn't the essence of Nicholas Cage's oeuvre distilled into 45-second bites, I don't know what is.
stcstc recommended this 10 months, 2 weeks ago
Sixties-tinged bubblegum punk from Brooklyn, with an ever-evolving cast of drummers. Unlike some similar bands, this is the real thing.
stcstc recommended this 10 months, 2 weeks ago
The enigma behind Neutral Milk Hotel has recently re-emerged for some solo acoustic shows. He may not have any new songs, but check out his back catalogue and see him live while you can.
stcstc recommended this 10 months, 2 weeks ago
Awesome prog/math rock from Spain. Playing live in tinfoil helmets takes some beating, but if they're not playing near you, check out their two albums, Hare Krishna and Dalle!
stcstc recommended this 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Kick-ass rock led by the twin guitar assault of Mary Timony and Carrie Brownstein.
stcstc recommended this 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Second album of metronomic, Krautrock-infused goodness from this Baltimore band. Full of moody guitar sounds and electronic squelches with enigmatic vocals buried in the murk.
stcstc recommended this 1 year, 6 months ago
A live-action French Tintin movie from 1961, which captures the characters, spirit and charm of the books brilliantly. Not based on an Herge book, but he contributed drawings to the end credits.
stcstc recommended this 1 year, 6 months ago
Southern indie comes over all 60s girl group, with a tale of jealous love complete with swooping harmonies and Motown drums.
stcstc recommended this 1 year, 7 months ago
Sturdy, hand-built shoes that will last and last and last and last...
stcstc recommended this 1 year, 7 months ago
Mmm, vanilla latte - my drink of choice. It's like hot, melted ice cream, or coffee for children. Mmm - any time of the day or night.
stcstc recommended this 1 year, 7 months ago
An excellent casual Tex-Mex place in Edinburgh. Good quality food (and a strong social media presence, too).
stcstc recommended this 1 year, 7 months ago
One of the latest Tintin adventures see him in a pair of flares in Central America. As with all Tintin books this sees him in a range of adventures, with a growing social activist message, which was always there but especially in the last few books.
stcstc recommended this 1 year, 7 months ago
T-Rex and friends, you guys! So wordy for a dinosaur.
stcstc recommended this 1 year, 7 months ago
This is awesome - creative and clever (and sadly almost certainly better than the official movie will be). Tintin forever!
stcstc recommended this 1 year, 7 months ago
Sad robot music. Don't cry, little metal man - you'll rust.
stcstc recommended this 1 year, 7 months ago
Fantastic South African cafe in Edinburgh. Incredible cakes and the best coffee in Edinburgh.
stcstc recommended this 1 year, 8 months ago
Superb - cleverly re-engineering the premise to allow more characters and to emphasise the relationships between the main characters. More great work from Chuck Lorre!