I found with reading Tolle one chapter I’d be bowled over by it thinking it was the best idea ever, then the next chapter would seem utter rubbish. If you’re enjoying a mindful approach I’d recommend (and often […]

“Benylin, it’s my wife and it’s my life”

I used to be able to play Eine Kleine Nachtmusik by flicking my school bus pass against my teeth, but haven’t had a go at it for a while. Perhaps there’s a use for my redundant Blockbusters membership card.

Bad losers on Yahoo chess

Been struggling for the past two days about what to say, but I wanted to say something. I thought it was brave to post and tell everyone know your news, regular posters and lurkers alike. Thank you for your […]

And now for viewers in Scotland

Y’know what, I thought that

Mine too and I live in Northampton.

Grandmaster Gareth (born Gareth Jones), lead singer with Birmingham indie band Misty’s Big Adventure passed away on the 15th of May at the age of 41. They made some great records including this swipe of the “bland […]

If @Gary was to do a “what is your most used online password” thread I imagine we’d all spill the beans. It’s his trustworthy smile that would lure us in.

Hey Jack. I had laser eye surgery about 20 years ago. I was really short sighted but following the surgery I didn’t have to wear specs until about 4 years ago, and even then it’s just driving at night, watching […]

Spiders nightclub. There, someone had to mention it.

“It’s not a TED talk”

Mrs Paws tells me that Spain, Norway and the Netherlands are good Eurovision songs (she’s a bit of an expert about this sort of thing). I liked Portugal, but I felt that Serbia had a horrible nationalist vibe to […]

Hmm. Not a great song. Not even a good song.

Pot black?

Nigel speaks!

A long article about the new album, discussing references etc.

Having re-read the Guardian article I do wonder how many interviews, support slots or festivals they turn down. Are there any other […]

I always struggled with Pure Phase as an album and rarely played it, much preferring Lazer Guided Melodies. With LAGWAFIS I only played on CD when it first came out, but looking back at the track listing it feels […]

Our favourite joke circa 1990
(attempts Yoda’s voice)- “leaving Spacemen 3 early leads to the Darkside.”

Well if it was good enough for you…

I’ll get my coat