Tag: retro

Sehorn's Soul Farm CD reissue

I'll be honest, I don't recall an original, but according to Charly Records, Sehorn's Soul Farm is the reissue of a vinyl compilation first seen in 1982. The reissue is a double CD, offering up the original 1982 release and a second volume that was released in 1986, both volumes […]

Adidas Gazelle OG trainers in black

Another reissue of the Adidas Gazelle OG, this time in a back to basics black and white. Keeping the same slim profile as the 1968 original, this latest reissue is in black with white detailing, as well as having a suede upper, contrast white hexagonal sole and gold metallic branding. […]

Steve McQueen at the BFI

Another month, another season at London's BFI – this time, focusing on Steve McQueen. Titles range from his '60s classics like The Great Escape and Bullit through to McQueen's later character work, as in Papillon – al complete with trademark McQueen cool. The season runs throughout August, check out over […]

John Stephen biography reviewed

Ok, I've put it off long enough – the lazy side of me has been overcome and I've finally got round to writing a review of The King of Carnaby Street: The Life of John Stephen by Jeremy Reed. Published by Haus, it's pretty much a 'warts 'n' all' biography […]

Aertex Kerry 60s-style polo shirt

If you're on a budget, Aertex is always worth a look and if you are after a polo shirt, this Aertex Kerry polo shirt might appeal. It's a short-sleeved knitted top with a zip neck plus contrast pocket and some contrast striping across the front. Only available in the white, […]

Beginners Guide To Rhythm N Blues

Interesting 'budget' box set coming out, going by the title of Beginners Guide To Rhythm N Blues. It's on the Nascente label, which is part of the Demon group, which itself seems to specialise in budget collections covering eras or genres. Easy to be sniffy about this one, but on […]

Fred Perry Harris Tweed Harrington

Of course, just to pre-empt the 'how much?' brigade, you can get cheaper Harringtons and we've featured them on this site until we're blue in the face. But for something a little different, check out this Fred Perry Harris Tweed Harrington. Produced, no doubt, for when the temperatures plummet over […]

J. Simons to return online

The store closed down at the start of 2010 and we wondered if the name J. Simons would continue. It seems that is the case. Gone is the Russell Street store, but according to a new website, 'the new shop will be opening soon'. Not only that, the legendary mod-friendly […]