View from the Potting Shed

Mike Arthur tagged me to do the meme that is Five artists, five songs.
Here’s the challenge:
List your five favourite artists, your five favourite songs by those artists and tag five other people to do it.
I find this a really hard question, because it really depends on what day / week / month it is. […]

Some days lyrics that you know so well stand out. Get Away by Kings X.
And if you get offended by a certain word then you’ve probably missed the point completely.
Get Away (3:25)
Hey God, I watched the news tonight
why are your people so fucking mean?
Hey God, that kid was locked up for 3 years
why do the […]

As a worshiping community, we have been challenged by such a moment as this!
A moment when we know we are living with AIDS and that we are loved and affirmed.
A moment in which we can offer compassion to those with AIDS and HIV.
A moment where we can sit and comfort those who suffer illness or […]

Stuck for a gift idea this Christmas? Metallica’s latest newletter is brimming with ideas, headlined: Give the gift of Metal.
I literally can’t think of anything better!

Now, I have to admit that I don’t list Cannibal Corpse amongst my favourite bands, but this video is utter genius.
WARNING: Don’t watch/listen to it if you are easily offended.
Cannibal Corpse’s last album “Kill” has one of the most tame titles, or indeed covers, of any of their albums in their 17 year career. Who […]

Steve Lawson’s gig in our living room last night was a roaring success.
While only six people turned up, it didn’t detract from the enjoyment of a relaxed evening in the company of friends, with plenty of good wine, fine chocolates, beautiful music and much laughter.
I videoed the entire gig, including Steve’s Q&A at the end, […]

When I turned up at Perth College (Goodlyburn building) shortly after 19:00 for Steve Lawson’s gig I was surprised to learn from the woman at reception that she had no idea there was a concert on that evening. In the concert hall directly opposite the reception desk.
Isn’t communication a great thing. It’s clear to […]