It’s always a bit special when you see friends play a big support slot at a decent sized gig. @europeansunmusic.bsky.social were supporting House of All last night. So seeing Rob Pursey and Steve Miles step up to do the honours was just fantastic. They went down pretty well too I think😎

A bold T-shirt design from House Of All from last night’s gig at Oslo, Hackney. The band were absolutely imperious. A stomping juggernaut of rhythmic, propulsive noise! Rarely do you experience a crowd that is so transfixed by the spectacle in front of them! They are a must see band😎👍🏻

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Sunday night chill out with this gorgeous record Julia Jacklin Pre Pleasure

And so to another day of records from my loft and it’s a full case of treasure first up! The Smiths (part of my collection fills this case, there’s more in another box!)

The last record for tonight and it’s from local “heroes” (and in latter days friends) The Dentists 😎 The Dentists Some People Are On The Pitch They Think It’s All Over It Is Now @bobc1965.bsky.social

It’s a very long time since this one got a spin! Going back to my O-Level years now with this punk classic Siouxsie &The Banshees The Scream

A mid-evening compilation album having a well deserved listen right now. @skepwax.bsky.social Under The Bridge 2

A random pick from the box that I’m unpacking right now. Coincidence? Well yes actually 😉 The Fall Nord-West Gas A This Nation’s era compilation LP from Germany

But first up it has to be this one… The Fall Live At The Witch Trials

And so into the loft to retrieve the first three random record cases. Pot luck produces such goodies as @pjharvey.net Siouxsie &The Banshees and The Fall😎

Here’s the last two records from the “not yet played” pile! A7” EP from Helen Love and the new single from Blueboy.

And here’s a 10” LP from Coup Dur. It’s a fantastic blend of twee indie pop and yé yé inspired style songs. Released of course by @precrecs.bsky.social 😉 Coup Dur The English Want…Coup Dur

Here’s a band that you may not know. Cult Figures. I was very disappointed to miss the album launch gig in Hackney on Wednesday due to being unwell. By all accounts it was a cracking show! Cult Figures Reports Of People @precrecs.bsky.social

Here’s one that is an as yet, unannounced pre-release from @precrecs.bsky.social It’s 15 tracks and blooming marvellous (and I’m only part way through Side 1😎)

Next up are the gorgeously lush sounds of Carl & Kat Mann. A beautifully layered and textured album 😎 @shapeslikepeople.bsky.social Under The Rainbow

After a day spent in A&E yesterday I’m again able to play some of my new records. At long last, here’s one that I’ve been aching to play. House Of All Inklings

After almost 4 months, my record player is out of the loft (I've re-decorated my front room thoroughly) and today I've been able to play some records for the first time since before Christmas. Here's the records I've bought but haven't had the chance to play yet!

Cat owners: I’m making a music video with The Catenary Wires & we’re after some pics. Specifically: - you under your cat - your cat on its own (whole cat, pls: head, paws, tails etc) + the names of you & your cat If you’re up for it, pop them in the replies. We'll use as many as we can. Thanks!

Here's my Mixtape Themed Show for April! Tuck in and and enjoy 90 minutes of top tunes from "Space Is Big" www.mixcloud.com/inyourearsmu...

🟡 Contra2026-4 11042026 (-all new-) 🎧: www.mixcloud.com/Contraflow/c... #allnew #playlist #mixcloud #2026

Welcome to Ep 129 of The 157 Show! As ever I feature plenty of new indie music, there is the Hanley Hoedown & there is a very special review of the live gigs that I've been to since the last show as I feature 20 bands that played WALES GOES POP Enjoy responsibly! www.mixcloud.com/Darren157/th...

What Tim said! The Cords are tip top!!

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Welcome to Episode 128 of The 157 Show! It's another jam-packed edition full of new music and loads of the bands that I've seen play live since the last show. Enjoy Responsibly!! www.mixcloud.com/Darren157/th...

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Ween - Gabrielle youtu.be/qX-zaCGRlnE?...

Here's my monthly Themed Mixtape show for March. The theme this month is tracks where each song is a single word title beginning with the letter "D." Enjoy Responsibly!!

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LONDON! TONIGHT! Our UK tour concludes this evening 20 March at the Cavendish Arms! A few advance tickets can be purchased here: wegottickets.com/event/685626/ @acellarfulofnoise.co.uk @safesuburban.bsky.social @ejrc.bsky.social

David Gedge of The Wedding Present is the guest on the latest Oh! Brother podcast He's seen The Fall live more than any other band, and he once wrote a song about listening to Hex Enduction Hour. He has appeared on more BBC radio live sessions than anyone, with the possible exception of Steve 👀

A rare outing - I’m kind of amazed I (mostly) recalled the words and chords. (It was a request made by someone for their mum - and I’m soft).

@justineharvey.bsky.social So good to see you tonight! Such a nice surprise 🤗

And first time hearing Special Friend too... I really should just buy everything @skepwax.bsky.social put out.

🟥 Contra2026 - LONDON (a playlist) Bands/Artists from London & Songs about or mentioning London LISTEN🎧: www.mixcloud.com/Contraflow/c... #london #playlist #mixcloud #oldies

Excuse me! 🛎️🚲 Just me cycling home from town earlier, with my new Heavenly bell attached to my bike. I bet you wish your bike was as cool as mine. (Unless you have your own Heavenly bell, of course.) Get yours from @skepwax.bsky.social @heavenlyamelia.bsky.social

Here's Episode 127 of The 157 Show! It features plenty of new music, a review of the live gigs that I've recently been to and of course, The Hanley Hoedown as well! www.mixcloud.com/Darren157/th...

This week on Oh! Brother, we were chuffed to have the one and only Spider Stacy (@spiderstacy.bsky.social) on the pod. Spider takes us right back to the pre‑Pogues days (the New Bastards, Millwall Chainsaws, Burton Street squats), the Ramones at the Roundhouse encounter with Shane, (+}

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It's that time of the month again as my Themed Mixtape Show is out!! It's Sport For All this time with songs both old and new, long time loved and newly to be discovered! Enjoy Responsibly!! www.mixcloud.com/inyourearsmu...

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Fika Recordings turns 15 years old this month! We're having a huge sale on releases from our first decade. Pay just the year it came out: a first year release, that's just £1. An album from our third year, only £3. Includes vinyl and CD! Sale runs until the end of Feb. fikarecordings.bandcamp.com

David Squires on … Jim Ratcliffe’s comments and his need for some home truths

Welcome to Episode 126 of The 157 Show! As well as brand new music, you'll hear a review of the bands I've seen at live gigs since the last show and of course the Hanley Hoedown as well. It's all shoe horned into just over 90 minutes, so.... Enjoy Responsibly!! www.mixcloud.com/Darren157/th...

As Andrew is in the news yet again - Stewart Lee on Prince Andrew 🧸 | Stewart Lee: Basic Lee | Royal Family Clip youtu.be/MDUeO4lRhu4?... via @YouTube

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Here's Episode 125 of The 157 Show! As ever, it features plenty of new music, a review of the live gigs I've seen since the last show and The Hanley Hoedown of course! Enjoy Responsibly!! www.mixcloud.com/Darren157/th...

🟢 Random Access Memory 2 (from my collection) Hear here🎧: www.mixcloud.com/Contraflow/r... #mixcloud #playlist