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LONDON CAN TAKE IT

Today I wrote what felt like a timely review of an EP called The War Room by a duo called Public Service Broadcasting (PSB).

War has not been declared but the nation expects as the Olympic Games begins and Britain prepares to be the centre of the world’s attention.

The spirit of the Blitz message of the WWII propaganda movies from the British Film Institute archive which PSB have soundtracked seems strangely appropriate; especially this one called  London Can Take It!

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My review of the Public Service Broadcasting EP (Whisperin’ & Hollerin’)

Today I am 54. Instead of allowing myself to be burdened by birthday blues, I decided to make a list of ten things that give me reason to smile today.

My own glass is half full because :

TOUCH WOOD, MY HEALTH IS GOOD
This is something I never take for granted. Having passed the half century mark four years back I am all too aware of the ageing process and, being fearful of middle age spread , I exercise regularly, eat sensibly and drink moderately. In consequence I feel in better shape than I did 20 years ago.

I’M STILL A MUSIC JUNKIE 
Up until his untimely death at the age of 60, John Peel always said that he remained as massive a fan of new music as when he was in his teens. I feel the same way. The limitless availability on the net and the CDs I get to review help fuel an insatiable passion that I’m sure will never wane. Continue reading