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French Connection mini dress

New summer collections on the high street means mini dresses are currently ten-a-penny again. If you’re looking for an authentic retro style then look no further than French Connection. This block dress is a great Mod reproduction, with a simple structured A-line shape. The high scoop neck and it’s contrast […]

APC Checked Harrington jacket

Yes, yet another Harrington jacket – this time the Checked Harrington jacket from Parisian label APC. A bit bolder than your average jacket with that navy and purple check, this 100 per cent cotton jacket has a full zip front, button fastening collar, two waist pockets and ribbed cuffs and […]

Fred Perry's Terry Hall V-neck sweater

Coming in September is the latest fashion collaboration from Fred Perry – the Terry Hall-inspired V-neck sweater. It’s based on the one that Hall wore in a copy of The Face (the first edition), a late 70s version with oversized Laurel and a deeper V, but keeping the original shape. […]

New band: The Elements

Acid Jazz has just signed their latest hopes, Birmingham’s The Elements. Formed as long ago as 2001, only after a lengthy apprentice period has the group developed into the band you see today. The Elements are Andy Bennett (vocals, guitar), Lee Burn (vocals, guitar), Dave Caswell (vocal, bass) and Tim […]

APC slim-fit cardigans

Liking the new slim-fit cardigans from APC. Both are high-fastening, made of 100 per cent cotton, with the tennis cardigan featuring the white tipping and chest cuff. while the plain cardigan has an extra-wide collar and intricate link stitch detailing. The tennis cardigan retails for £109.99l while the plain cardigan […]

Northern Ireland scooter documentary

A documentary about the Northern Irish scooter scene is currently in production and is looking for contributors. Nothing But A Heartache is a film being made by Shark Pool Media, aka Azelle McKee, and is borne out of a life long passion for both vintage scooters and filmmaking. If you […]

Ardent Records Story CD

A compilation of Memphis’ Ardent Studios has just been released by Ace Records. Thank You Friends: the Ardent Records Story compiles over two CDs tracks from one of the most respected recording facilities in America. Led Zeppelin, ZZ Top, REM, and Cat Power have all step foot inside Ardent, alongside […]

Trio Valore announce first shows

New R&B-jazz combo Trio Valore have announced their first live shows. The three-piece – Steve White, Damon Minchella, and Seamus Beaghen – play London Brixton Jamm on May 16th, London Jazz Cafe on June 15th, and a week later the band heard down to Southampton to play the Soul Cellar […]