Monthly Archives: May 2015

My Top Ten – Beatles tracks

Posted on May 31, 2015 by John S

I’m editing my book on music at the moment; and yesterday, I went through a piece on The Beatles. At the end of the piece I reflect on the Paul v John debate – who was your favourite? Received wisdom … Continue reading →

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Sportsthoughts (133) – Arsenal end on a high

Posted on May 30, 2015 by John S

So Arsenal beat Aston Villa in the FA Cup final today, 4-0. They played superbly. In fact, I’d say it was one of the best FA Cup performances I’ve ever seen. Maybe even the best. Their attacking verve was quite … Continue reading →

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Sportsthoughts (132) – Quins’ and Hammers’ seasons splutter to a close

Posted on May 19, 2015 by John S

It’s been a bit of a damp squib of an end to the football and rugby season, at least if you support West Ham and Harlequins. Both have had little to play for, for some time now, and it shows. … Continue reading →

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Have You Heard? – (64) Three Kinds of Beautiful: new albums by The Unthanks, Laura Marling and The Staves

Posted on May 14, 2015 by John S

Three of the albums I’ve been listening to a lot recently are all beautiful sounds that have their roots in folk music. But the artists have evolved, taking different directions, but still capturing the soulful essence of our traditional music. … Continue reading →

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lovelondonscenes – 95

Posted on May 4, 2015 by John S

Kew Gardens in bloom, 3 May.              

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Sportsthoughts (131) – The Bees sneak through!

Posted on May 2, 2015 by John S

It looked like Brentford had blown it, as far as the play-offs were concerned. In the top six of the Championship for much of the season, a string of draws – usually after they had been in the lead – … Continue reading →

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