I can’t swim. I nearly drowned when I was ten because my uncle chased my little arse around a Spanish resort and threw it in the pool. Surprisingly my seven-year-old brother could, and he saved my life. I haven’t forgiven my uncle since. He’s a bastard. In my late 20s, I don’t have to worry […]
Author archives: Daniel Thomas
Song Of The Day: Toronto Blessings – U v U
Today’s song of the day is by Barnsley-based rockers, Toronto Blessings. Entitled U v U, it comes across as a record that will punch you in the face and kick you while you’re down. But if you dig deeper, it actually delves into a distressing subject – depression. “Each day’s the same. Living in a […]
Premiere: Regional Creeps – For Real
In the UK, a regional creep is usually a shady individual who likes to hang around in the park and drink White Lightning (for you foreign folks, it’s crappy cider). They usually have pigeon mates too. “There’s Tony. His name’s Pete; he usually flies around Tesco” – he proclaims as he strokes your leg. Sorry, […]
Interview: Basciville
I’m not going to lie. I knew nothing of Basciville until a lovely lady called Jenna O’Neill shared their latest record Post Youth on an IMN Facebook post. I was that intrigued I even took my MacBook Air to the toilet and played the song while having a poo. Or maybe it was a wee? […]
Gig Review: Body Type, Chew Magna & PVA @ YES
I woke up at the crack of dawn. A regular Monday to Friday routine. I got in the shower, washed my sweaty body and greasy hair, then proceeded to walk downstairs for my daily helpings of three Weetabix and milk. You need to live life to the full, so I helped myself to a tablespoon […]