Monthly Archives: December 2011

The top 10 Christmas albums you probably havent heard

Post author:David
Post published:19th December 2011
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In the run up to Christmas I thought it would be interesting to do some mini reviews of Christmas music.

Many people ask me what the Christmas music projects to look out for are. So here we have the top 10 Christmas music projects that you probably have not heard. I’ve spent quite a bit of spare time consolidating this list, so hopefully you’ll find something new that you’ll love!

Every album has a Spotify/iTunes link attached to the album cover!

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“We’d like our catalogue back”

Post author:David
Post published:11th December 2011
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On December 15th, 2011 the council of Spelthorne will cast their votes as to whether Staines, home of Ali G, will be renamed to Staines-on-Thames. The aim is to make the place sound more upmarket. This got me thinking about namings. Some of the poshest places in England are ‘double named’ (Chipping Campden, Gerrard’s Cross or Alderley Edge for example), but then some are not (Mayfair anyone?). Is there really that much power in a name?

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Carol of the Bells

Post author:David
Post published:6th December 2011
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So I love playing music in my spare time, and here is a recording I just did for a laugh. Enjoy :) [soundcloud url="http://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/29910531" iframe="true" /]