Author Archives: John S

About John S

I'm blogging about the things I love: music, sport, culture, London, with some photos to illustrate aspects of our wonderful city. I’ve written a novel called “The Decision”, a futuristic political thriller, and first of a trilogy. I’m also the author of a book on music since the 1970s called “ I Was There - A Musical Journey” and a volume of poetry about youth, “Growin’ Up - Snapshots/ Fragments”. All available on Amazon and Kindle.

lovelondonscenes – 27

Posted on November 1, 2013 by John S

If I was in Paris, I’d be snapping art nouveau Metro signs…

Posted in Photos - lovelondonscenes | Tagged London, Parliament Square, Photography, photos, Westminster | Leave a comment

My Lou Reed memories

Posted on October 30, 2013 by John S

I’ve read a lot of excellent pieces about Lou Reed since he passed away this weekend just gone. Always a sad moment when an artist you admire leaves this world, and a moment for reflection. Of course, Lou Reed will … Continue reading →

Posted in Music - concerts, lists, reflections | Tagged 1969 Live, Lou Reed, music, Velvet Underground | 6 Comments

lovelondonscenes – 26

Posted on October 29, 2013 by John S

Southern England got hit this morning by the biggest storm experienced since 1997. Two, maybe four people died as a result of accidents caused by the winds. In my part of London, the winds were lively but didn’t seem that … Continue reading →

Posted in Photos - lovelondonscenes | Tagged Buckingham Palace, London, Photography, photos, St Jude storm, The Mall | Leave a comment

My Top 100 Albums – today

Posted on October 28, 2013 by John S

Inspired by the NME Top 500 – see my earlier blog – I thought I’d have a crack at my Top 50. That’s what they asked all their contributors to put forward. After the top four or five, which are … Continue reading →

Posted in Music - concerts, lists, reflections | Tagged best albums, Bruce Springsteen, music, NME, Top 100 | 21 Comments

Sportsthoughts (86) – Quins 24 Sale 3, in photos

Posted on October 27, 2013 by John S

At last, Quins got back to winning ways at home yesterday, beating Sale 24-3. Lots of players missing, either through injury or international call-ups, but that gave the youngsters a chance, and they rose to the occasion. Marshalled by the … Continue reading →

Posted in London, Photos, Sportsthoughts | Tagged Harlequins, London, Photography, photos, rugby, Sale Sharks, Twickenham Stoop | 2 Comments

The NME top 500 albums of all time

Posted on October 25, 2013 by John S

The NME – New Musical Express for those who aren’t familiar – is a weekly music paper which has been going since the 1950s. Its heyday was probably the 70s and 80s, when it led the way on punk and … Continue reading →