The Listening Log

In a nutshell, The Housemartins and The Equals remind us that music can be fun without deep philosophies—just catchy tunes and a dash of road rage. Who knew nostalgia could come with heavy boots?

Suede continues to evolve musically, releasing their post-punk album Antidepressants in 2025, which resonates with fans old and new, showcasing their enduring vitality and ambition.

After an epic workday, I stumbled into a Talk Talk rabbit hole. Their compilation is a delightful mess of hidden treasures, showcasing the band’s transformation from new wave wannabes to avant-garde icons. Talk about a phase!

Night shift television throws up the glossy gold of Stock, Aitken and Waterman – Cliff, Bananarama, Sam Fox and Kylie. A pure 80’s sugar rush! Herbal tea in hand, pop therapy does it’s job!

Harrogate Town v Cambridge United. Driving in drizzle to a dour second half where the damage had already been done.

A grumpy old git reflects on life’s little annoyances, like The Weeknd’s annoying name spelling, while using various tunes to navigate traffic jams, medication mix-ups, and existential musings.

Ah, the joys of life: traffic jams, dog-walking, and Mozart’s calming presence! Observing road madness while appreciating music and the absurdity of it all.

A brisk stroll to Boundary Park seemed invigorating until age had other plans. The drive home sans sat nav was a mini adventure – until it wasn’t, just a regular Saturday, really.

On a chilly Tuesday night, Cambridge United snagged a late, somewhat dubious penalty to triumph over Shrewsbury Town. Chaos erupted — well, quietly in an office. Victory’s sweet, especially when Spotify plays rogue!