Absolute Beginners by Colin MacInnes (Allison & Busby)
Some years back, I saw Paul Weller on TV talking a book he’d apparently just re-read. That book was called Absolute Beginners, written by Colin MacInnes. Continue Reading
The Jam – 1977 40th Anniversary Box Set (Universal)
The Jam’s new 1977 box set covering the band’s first eventful recording year over four CDs and one DVD reviewed by Claire Mahoney. Continue Reading
Coming soon: Copasetic! The Sound of Mod Ska (Trojan)
Great to see Trojan producing some interesting collections once more, with the latest being Copasetic! The Sound of Mod Ska. Continue Reading
Interview: Doug Hadgraft meets Steve Barrow
Doug Hadgraft speaks to Steve Barrow – original 1960s mod, reggae authority and founder of the Blood and Fire label about mod in the 1960s and the Jamaican music scene. Continue Reading
Baracuta x Stuarts of London 50th Anniversary Archive Fit G9 Harrington Jacket
Another limited edition item, with the Baracuta x Stuarts of London 50th Anniversary Archive Fit G9 Harrington Jacket landing in two colours later this week. Continue Reading
Blow-Up (1966)
Leading Italian director, Michelangelo Antonioni, attempted to capture London during the swinging sixties in his first British film, Blow-Up. Continue Reading
The Jam – 1977 40th Anniversary Box Set (Universal)
The Jam’s new 1977 box set covering the band’s first eventful recording year over four CDs and one DVD reviewed by Claire Mahoney. Continue Reading
Budget Harrington Jackets by Tootal
I’m guessing there’s only so much you can do with scarves, so the company is branching out. Indeed, Tootal now makes Harrington Jackets. Continue Reading
Restored 1962 Italian Lambretta LI 150 on eBay
Lovely example – and this 1962 Italian Lambretta Li 150 is up for sale on eBay. Continue Reading
Coming soon: Copasetic! The Sound of Mod Ska (Trojan)
Great to see Trojan producing some interesting collections once more, with the latest being Copasetic! The Sound of Mod Ska. Continue Reading
Looking At The Pictures In The Sky: The British Psychedelic Sounds Of 1968 box set
Now this is substantial. The Looking At The Pictures In The Sky: The British Psychedelic Sounds Of 1968 box set that is, which is coming out soon via Cherry Red. Continue Reading
Getting Carter – Ted Lewis and the Birth of Brit Noir by Nick Triplow
You have heard of Get Carter, but do you know much about, Ted Lewis, the man behind it? If you don’t, you might be interested in Getting Carter by Nick Triplow. Continue Reading
Fred Perry Tennis Bomber Jacket heavily discounted at Hip
The Reissues range is never cheap, so when you see it marked down, it’s worth checking out. Like this Fred Perry Tennis Bomber Jacket for example. Continue Reading
1960s reissue: Fred Perry pointelle design knitted shirt
It doesn’t come cheap, but the Fred Perry pointelle design knitted shirt is a lovely thing. Continue Reading
