Tag: mod

Modrophonic event in Liverpool

If you're around the Merseyside area, you might want to stick your head into the Modrophonic event in Liverpool. A charity event in aid of Help for Heroes, it takes place on Saturday 24th July 2010 from midday to 2am (14 hours in total) at the First National wine bar, […]

20 Original Mod Classics review

Pretty much as it says, the budget collection of mod tunes we flagged up last week is now review, that being 20 Original Mod Classics. Yes, there are 20 tracks, collectively very cheap too at £3.97. But does cheap mean cheap or cheerful? You'll have to read on to find […]

Pretty Green store in Carnaby Street

Oh yes, that's right, Liam Gallagher's Pretty Green label is to become a store, opening, as you might have guessed, on London's Carnaby Street. It's a range of clothing and accessories that always divides opinion – some people love it, others loathe it. For once, I'm going to sit on […]

Modesty Blaise – first time on UK DVD

It's been around elsewhere for some time, but Second Sight is soon releasing Modesty Blaise for the first time on DVD in the UK. It's out in 22nd September 2010 and judging by the advance details we've been sent, will not come with any extras, give or take an original […]

The Reggae Train returns to London

For those of you who have missed it, The Reggae Train returns to London on Saturday 14th of August and monthly thereafter. That means Original Reggae, Ska & Rocksteady, taking place at The Rhum Jungle, 70 Exmouth Market, London EC1 with Jom Cox and guests. The night runs from 8 […]

Levi Vintage 1966 501 jeans

If you're after something just a little more authentic in the denim department, Levi Vintage has reissued these 1966 501 jeans in limited numbers. Made from Levi's 14oz selvedge denim, the 1966 501 has a regular fit with tapered knee, button fly and the usual Levi detailing. The one thing […]

Heavy Soul fanzine plus free single

You don't see many fanzines these days, so it's always nice to report a new one, in this case Heavy Soul. Described by its creator as 'amateurish but readable' (which probably does it a disservice), the first issues comes with a free 7-inch ep featuring The Urges, The Charms, Penelope […]

Club focus: Hush Club (Brighton)

Fallen a little behind with these, so playing catch-up, starting with a club focus on the The Hush Club in Brighton. Matt Wright is the interviewee, talking about the club, the playlist and the new venue. Check it out online now, especially if you're planning a trip down there. The […]