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Back To Save The Universe
A Hip Hop Classic, a cloudbusting compilation and the master of space
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Futterman's Rule
An instrumental excursion, a forgotten mutant soul LP and the sound of London in 2010
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Analog Soul
Celebrating British Soul Music, Turkish psych-rock and one of the most important albums of this century
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We've Only Just Begun...
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Music Is My Sanctuary
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Music Is Love
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Analog Soul
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Chill Out, Tune In, Read On...
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Beyond The Grooves
A birthday break, jazz explorations and a hip hop classic
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A Mystic Brew
Memories of Manchester, the evolution of jazz and remembering the classics.
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Pleasure, Joy & Happiness
A soulful return, a super furry soundtrack and a celebration of the Daisy Age.
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Did You See The KLF Last Night?
Memories of '93, 'Real' Hip Hop and support act rules
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He Did It For Us
Remembering The Dove, a journey into forgotten dreams and the best vibes
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Sweet Love
Radio Excursions, Gospel, Reggae and a surprise soundtrack
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Chill Out, Tune In, Read On...
A week of radio, a throwback evening and more
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Shape Your Mind...
Week Four: Spiritual Jazz, Indie Rock and an excursion to the Bay Area.
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Music Is Love
Week Three: A Hip Hop Classic, Gospel Folk and a trip to Brasil
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The Long Player
The Long Player
I listen to albums and write about them. Born out of a desire to reconnect with my passion for LPs, my stories are a mix of the informative and personal.
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