Our second Vinyl Club session had a clear theme: albums from the 1970s. Or at least it was clear to everyone except Jimmy, who turned up with a Semisonic LP from the late ’90s. After realising his error (and the numerous texts he ignored), he dashed off and returned with a suitable replacement. Food fuelled the music: chilli… Read More »
Felixstowe has quietly played host to numerous TV dramas over the years, and ITV’s 2011 psychological thriller Injustice is one of the most gripping examples. This five-part series, created by Anthony Horowitz, explores the blurred line between justice and guilt, morality and manipulation. Series Overview: Injustice First aired on ITV in June 2011, Injustice stars James Purefoy as… Read More »
Felixstowe has served as the backdrop for numerous TV shows and films over the years. This ongoing series aims to document those productions, complete with filming details, local locations, and insider information. We begin with an episode from the BBC crime drama The Inspector Lynley Mysteries, specifically Season 5, Episode 2, titled “One Guilty Deed”, which originally aired… Read More »
Writing about the best television from the past decade is no easy feat. Over the years, I’ve spent an unholy number of hours watching everything from reality TV and dramas to sports coverage, kids’ shows, and true crime. This list is based solely on shows I’ve actually watched that premiered between 2010 and 2019. Some didn’t make the… Read More »
Undoubtedly, Only Fools and Horses stands as one of the greatest British sitcoms ever created. Its character-driven humour, unforgettable one-liners, and perfect balance of comedy and emotion have earned it legendary status. That said, the three follow-up specials after the Trotters became millionaires, combined with endless reruns on GOLD, have perhaps diluted its legacy slightly. Still, the brilliance… Read More »
Why take the risk with remakes? Despite the potential pitfalls, the TV and film industries seem obsessed with revivals, remakes, and reboots. From Prison Break and Dallas to Heroes and Wentworth, there’s been a mix of misfires and masterstrokes. Now, the Stephen King classic IT gets the same treatment, with anticipation high and expectations higher. As a long-time… Read More »
I sometimes wonder how many hours of telly I’ve watched. Four hours a day since I was five adds up to around 70 thousand hours — eight solid years of my life with my arse on the sofa. Still, every one of those hours tells a story. Earliest memories? A Birds Eye shepherd’s pie balanced on a tray… Read More »
As featured on Verso’s Home Run – Tuesday 23rd May 2023 There’s a fine line between fame and deserved acclaim. Some groups gain massive followings, iconic status, and decades of adoration—but does that automatically make their music great? This list doesn’t include novelty acts or talent show runners-up. It focuses on critically celebrated, commercially successful bands who, in… Read More »
As featured on Verso’s Home Run – Tuesday 23rd May 2023 Let’s get one thing straight: this list isn’t a personal attack, nor is it a dismissal of commercial success or musical legacy. Some of these artists have made music I admire. But popularity and praise don’t always equal proportionate talent or output. To be overrated means to… Read More »
As featured on Verso’s Home Run show on Felixstowe Radio – Tuesday 11th April 2023 The Beatles’ music is timeless. Their influence still shapes modern songwriting, production, and performance decades after their peak. One of the greatest signs of their cultural staying power? The sheer volume—and quality—of cover versions produced by artists across every genre imaginable. Some remain… Read More »