Mule Skinner Blues by The Fendermen is some tune. Here they are reunited in the early 2000s after god knows how long doing it again. Good morning, Captain... youtu.be/2etcgOcFSFo?...

Thank goodness.

I've decided to let go my 2012 vinyl edition of The Disintegration Loops by William Basinski. I've not played it for years (and prefer the cd version). Link below ... ebay.us/m/iLkJIp

Currently working on a couple of bits for @dwasonline.bsky.social - A 1970s 'Summer Special' is 'coming soon' and a little bit further ahead the 2027 Annual will look at the David Tennant era. Copies of the 2026 Annual are still available to buy. Follow this link: www.dwasonline.co.uk/ct_annual

The tension of the identity of the next Doctor Who, Liverpool manager and Prime Minister is too much in one go. Can't see a job swap working either. Arne Slot as the Doctor would be defeat after defeat, Gatwa as PM would have the ghost of Farage hovering above no 10 all sutekh-like,

Clem Burke's autobiography arrived yesterday. Exciting to have after many years in the works, but sad he isn't here to get the acclaim he deserves. Bits I've read so far are really interesting- he doesn't shy away from the Blondie conflicts. And it fills a lot of gaps not covered in the Chris Stein

Fifty years ago today, Terrance Dicks was answering questions by Doctor Who fans at Westfield College. A two part report of the evening by Jeremy Bentham would find its way into the fanzine TARDIS issues 8 and 9 in July and August 1976.

Robert Leeson wrote over 70 books for children and is perhaps best known for four Grange Hill books and one Tuckers Luck book he wrote in the early 80s. His books were often historical and occasionally in fantasy (The Third Class Genie). He also wrote social

My book about the #DoctorWho story The Daleks (Serial B, whatever you like to call it) came out this week in Obverse Books’ Black Archive range. Here’s a short thread explaining what it covers, in the hope that it might interest a few of you. Link to buy the book and discount code at the end. (1/9)

It's getting to the point when if anyone asks 'Is he gone, yet?' I'm not sure if they are mean Arne Slot or Keir Starmer. They both keep getting 'backing' but with more bad results and performances, they'll still be clinging on, like a goat, on a small ledge, 100s of feet off the ground.

Fantom Publishing currently have a few copies of this for sale. It's extremely good and is (usually) out of print. www.fantompublishing.co.uk/product/fant...

Union City Blue - Blondie. Peak Blondie, superb song, Clem Burke holding down the whole thing. Seeing him live on this song was something else. Much missed. youtu.be/Hvqgb1D6Opw?...

Doctor Who is always very nice and friendly here on BlueSky (and extremely informative). Today has been an exceptional day.

I wonder if Brooke Bond will do another 'The Race into Space' to celebrate Artemis II. I also enjoyed 'The Sea Our Other World' by Brooke Bond which was 1974. My mam was totally fed up by 1975 it has to be said, what with a diet of tea in 74, then Weetabix in 75 for the Doctor Who cards.

That's alot of Big Country's

Any Orange Juice (for clarity - the band) fans out there who could tell me what this is? Found in LOVE...Love single, a tiny 14 page promo thing for the first LP. In it you can win a copy of Falling & Laughing ...

Attention! Citizens of the universe. I'm looking for someone who could write up a feature on the 1975 and 1977 Dr Who Weetabix promotions. It's for a thing I'm putting together for @dwasonline.bsky.social - I have all the info, I'm just a better editor than writer! If interested, #DoctorWho

On the birthday of Grant Hart. Nobody Rides For Free. youtu.be/_oHMFcD7k8s?...

Clem Burke over the years often referred to the autobiography he was writing. Pleased to see its on its way. Sad he is not around to enjoy the moment. harpercollins.co.uk/products/the...

How to judge the quality and breadth of your record collection? It's a low bar for me, but not just a signed Jimmy the Hoover (Whover?) single, but also a Modern Romance record. On both sides of the sleeve.

Some amazing news to wake up to. Incredible work by Film is Fabulous! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

I know there is big stuff going on in the world and it's horrible. But trying to read about it when it's behind pay walls or you have to register first is frustrating. Bit like if you buy something online, you have to register first. Or get an app, which needs an account, which has a QR

It's World Book Day, so you could either buy the social studies coursebook I once wrote for Harper Collins (its interesting but not THAT interesting), OR you could buy the Doctor Who 2026 Annual I edited for DWAS (and brilliantly designed by @wonderfulbooks.co.uk ). Links below, with a 10%

If anyone has been after the Go-Betweens Vol 1 box, it's currently on sale on the Domino site. Still pricey, but much cheaper, and freshly minted, than second hand sites. www.dominomusic.com/releases/the...

I'm looking for train enthusiast in Bristol, UK for an on-camera interview about the history of Temple Meads for my journalism MA. Hoping to conduct the interview at the station tomorrow morning (Thursday) at said station! Please DM me and/or share! #Bristol #trains #railway #TempleMeads

Edmund H. North might have been involved in this in some way. A so-so end of the world book of the disastrous film, with almost everyone in a general state of apathy about the impending doom. Even the boffins charged with solving the problem slip out for a bit of shopping.

Well, that was intense.

Shame GB didnt win the curling tonight. They were exceptional. I shall miss my daily 4 hour curling viewing and the Winter Olympics in general. I've barely thought about football at all while its been on, which has been a good thing.

So, for reasons best known to its useless AI mods, Facebook has deleted the Obverse Books page, and removed all 1000+ followers. We've created a new page, so if you're on FB and want to keep up with Obverse news there, rather than here, this is the new link: www.facebook.com/profile.php?...

I can't be the only one who thought there would be a helicopter coming over the horizo piloted by some Norwegians in pursuit?

I've been enjoying the curling at the Olympics, but disappointed that GB couldn't quite beat Canada. Been close to winning a few matches. Anyway, I thought this headline would be better as "Ice brink"? No?

The winter Olympics is great tele. The commentators in all the sports are so good (BBC) but the two fellas who do the snowboarding are superb. I know nothing of snowboarding, but their enthusiasm is infectious. Top class.

Rich pickings and headaches at Heathrow.

Episode 4 of Kinda was shown today 44 (!) years ago. This, along with all the other Fifth Doctor stories (and alot more), are reviewed in the @dwasonline.bsky.social 2026 Annual. Hard copies can be bought from Lulu and there is a 15% discount ATM.

Would just like to thank @resident-music.com for the recent copy of Not Like Everybody Else by The Damned. I understand Dave Vanian was ill on the day of the instore signing, but copies were driven out to him to sign, then posted out. Tremendous work and service, thank you.

My new album, Sea Fever, is released worldwide today. Visit Bandcamp for the digital download and a limited number of CDs are available there too. Vinyl and CD versions are also stocked at local record shops. Thank you for your continued support. SarahX #SarahNixey #NewMusic #BandcampFriday

Sad news to read that Fred Smith of Television has passed away. One of my favourite live music moments was seeing Television - it was such a thrill, especially, of course, Marquee Moon. Fred Smith stood at the side holding it all down. youtu.be/Lrl7O-gyHJs?...

Reposting, as some stories need a review home to go to...

Doctor Who/Tenth Doctor fans. I'm currently working on the 2027 Annual for @dwasonline.bsky.social which will look at all things Dr 10. I'm looking to expand the number of contributors - written and visual. If you happen to be interested, please do get in touch via a DM. #DoctorWho

I make no apologies for adding to an already crowded timeline on this subject, but happy birthday to Tom Baker.

Lulu have another discount on books, this time 15%. Follow this link www.dwasonline.co.uk/ct_annual to buy @dwasonline.bsky.social 2026 Annual which covers the Peter Davison era. Use the code on checkout.

I have just watched Where Eagles Dare on the BBC iplayer. I've seen this film so many times it's ridiculous. The plan to root out a double agent has Cybermen levels of complexity that is baffling and incredible at the same time.

The BBC criteria for extreme weather had been breached.

And we never get old. Happy heavenly birthday to David Bowie. What a gift he was. My favourite song ...Fantastic Voyage. youtu.be/FSCB_0SXFR4?...

Lulu have yet another discount code for purchased books. Follow this link dwasonline.co.uk/ct_annual and use the code on checkout.

It was good to see Tangled by Nick Heyward re-released just before Christmas and on vinyl for the first time (?). I still maintain The World was the best single of 1995 (and beyond). @nickheyward.com

Celebrate the new year by buying a copy of the @dwasonline.bsky.social 2026 Annual from Lulu with 15% off. Follow this link dwasonline.co.uk/ct_annual and use the code on checkout.

Union City Blue by Blondie number 16 in the charts today in 1979. This is one of the best promo ads for Blondie I've seen - superb.

BBC 1 today: Celebrity homes under the hammer Celebrity bridge of lies Pointless celebrities Celebrity escape to the country Celebrity apprentice