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The Social Network soundtrack; free sampler

I saw a preview of The Social Network on Monday night. I enjoyed it a lot as it was sharp, funny and just a little bit dark. Who cares if the story isn’t entirely accurate, it’s a great film. As usual however, I gave the soundtrack most of my attention. It was the scene set […]

Jazz, soul and a dash of flute

Jazz, soul and a dash of flute

Last night I went to the PizzaExpress Jazz Club on Dean Street for a gig. Nay – a basement gig (the best kind) – that was part of the restaurant’s New Generation music series. Similarly to the way the brand tied up with top Italian chef , Francesco Mazzei, to create a new range of […]

Scott Pilgrim, or 'I just couldn't stand it any longer'

Scott Pilgrim, or ‘I just couldn’t stand it any longer’

Me and the boy were lucky enough to go to the European premiere of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World on Wednesday. My 140 character review, posted just an hour after the film ended, was as you can see to the right. It’s now Friday, and I’m tearing my hair out to get hold of a […]

Free music from Mr Scruff & Two Door Cinema Club

Free music from Mr Scruff & Two Door Cinema Club

First up, a code from Mr Scruff to download a one-hour recording from one of his gigs. Picked up at The Big Chill (though unlikely to be a session from there to be honest), but still a perfect sixty-minute soundtrack to productivity. I’m not sure when this will run out though, so visit http://mrscruff.com, click […]