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BBC Radio 6 Music Now Playing Bot (Unofficial) @bbcradio6musicbot.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

BBC Radio 6 Music Riley & Coe Now Playing David Bowie Here Today Gone Tomorrow (Live)

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

A "kensōbun" is a letter sent to someone you have feelings for. In the past, in Kyoto, at the beginning of the New Year, vendors would walk around with their heads covered in white cloth, holding small plum branches to which letters had been tied, selling them.

Clad in dark, flowing robes and topped with a high black court hat (eboshi), a masked figure stands in a composed three-quarter stance, his face veiled beneath a crisp white silk cowl (fukumen). In his extended hand, he offers a neatly folded paper packet (tatōgami), while a tasseled brocade bag (kinran-bukuro) rests against his chest. Over his shoulder rests a budding plum branch (ume), from which hang several folded white paper love letters (kesobumi). Below the sweeping folds of his wide sleeves, his legs are wrapped in straw gaiters and fit with straw sandals (zōri), creating a striking juxtaposition between aristocratic Court attire and humble travel gear against a soft, neutral backdrop.
This late 19th-century studio photograph portrays a kesobumi-uri (love-letter vendor), a iconic seasonal figure in old Kyoto during the first three days of the New Year (Sanzonichi). Originating as a practice among impoverished scholars and low-ranking intellectuals who sought an anonymous livelihood, the vendors disguised themselves in archaic court robes and white silk masks to preserve their anonymity while selling poetic love notes and match-making fortunes. Unmarried women bought these kesobumi as romantic omens to divine their future prospects for a good match. As part of the auspicious transaction, the vendor wrapped grains of lucky rice inside folded tatōgami paper and offered spoken blessings for marriage, domestic harmony, or commercial success.

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Drawing from the rich tradition of Japanese folklore and martial lore, this graphic ink illustration channels the timeless archetype of the rōnin (masterless samurai) or musha shugyō (wandering martial pilgrim) traversing wild, haunted landscapes.

Silhouetted against a colossal, luminous moon that cuts through turbulent storm clouds, a solitary warrior stands atop a dark crest of wind-swept trees. Long, untamed hair streams into the night air alongside the fluttering hem of a robe, while the unmistakable angle of a sheathed katana projects diagonally from the hip. Rendered in stark, high-contrast monochrome, the composition pits deep black ink against bright white light, capturing the dramatic veil of clouds partially obscuring the lunar disc above. The serrated line of the forest canopy along the bottom edge grounds the figure, evoking the cold whistle of a high-altitude night wind and the charged, quiet tension preceding an encounter with the unknown.
In Japanese oral and literary traditions—from medieval mukai-banashi (ghost tales) to Edo-period kaidan—the full moon (meigetsu) serves as a powerful omen, a moment when the veil between the physical realm and the world of yōkai (supernatural spirits) grows thin. Stylistically indebted to the dramatic chiaroscuro of 19th-century ukiyo-e masters like Tsukioka Yoshitoshi—celebrated for his legendary series One Hundred Aspects of the Moon—this contemporary graphic piece demonstrates the enduring monozukuri (artisanal mastery) of modern Japanese ink illustration, using sweeping brushwork and tonal contrast to distill mythic drama into a single, haunting frame.

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Poling Upriver against the Wind (detail) 舟行人物図Formerly attributed to: Shutoku 18th–19th century MEDIUM/TECHNIQUEHanging scroll; ink on paper DIMENSIONS28.1 x 44.7 cm (11 1/16 x 17 5/8 in.) (height x width) CREDIT LINEWilliam Sturgis Bigelow Collection

$Hunched low against the fury of a headwind, a solitary boatman straining against his pole (sao) drives a slender skiff through turbulence and mist. The figure is rendered in dark, explosive ink marks that capture the bristling texture of a coarse straw raincoat (mino), his face buried deep within his clothing as he leans his full body weight into the task. Above him, razor-sharp, sweeping strokes of black ink slash diagonally across the upper field, depicting reeds or branches whipped flat by a sudden gale. The boat itself is constructed with a few swift, wet calligraphic strokes, floating atop a pale, unadorned wash that evokes the chill, boundless expanse of a stormy river. Formerly attributed to the painter Shutoku and dating from the 18th to 19th century, this hanging scroll (suibokuga) belongs to the lineage of Zen-inspired landscape and figure painting (sanzui jinbutsu-ga). The motif of the solitary boatman struggling against natural elements draws upon a deep classical heritage in East Asian art, where the humble fisherman or ferryman serves as an allegory for the human soul navigating the tempestuous currents of existence. Collected by Dr. William Sturgis Bigelow—one of the pioneering American patrons who helped preserve Japanese cultural heritage during the rapid modernization of the Meiji period—the work demonstrates the extraordinary economy of brushwork (gatai) characteristic of Japanese ink monozukuri (artisanal mastery). With astonishing brevity, the artist compresses motion, atmosphere, and raw physical exertion into a tiny, concentrated fraction of the paper surface.$

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

This early 20th-century silk kimono features a dynamic interplay of the yabane (arrow feather) pattern rendered in striking kasuri ikat technique. Taisho period (1912-1926), Japan

The composition transforms the classical arrow motif into an almost Art Deco-inspired design vocabulary, with sharp angular forms creating a sense of movement and energy that anticipates the geometric abstractions that would define modernist design movements. The dramatic contrast between deep black and vibrant blue creates an optical intensity that makes the surface appear to vibrate, demonstrating how traditional Japanese pattern-making could evolve to embrace contemporary visual sensibilities while maintaining its essential character.

The kasuri technique, visible in the detail shot's subtle gradations and blurred edges where colors meet, adds a distinctly Japanese craftsmanship signature to what might otherwise appear as purely geometric abstraction. This ikat-dyeing process, where threads are resist-dyed before weaving, creates the characteristic soft transitions and slight irregularities that distinguish handcraft from mechanical production. The yabane pattern itself carries symbolic weight as a protective motif traditionally associated with driving away evil influences, making it particularly appropriate for formal wear, while its angular geometry resonates with the period's fascination with speed, progress, and technological advancement.

The bold scale and dramatic color relationships reflect the confidence of the Taisho period's cultural experimentation, when Japan was actively synthesizing Western influences with traditional arts.

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Misty path to Dewa Sanzan temples, Japan (Photography by Ah Bee Panda).

Ascending through a dense cathedral of ancient, towering Japanese cedars (sugi), a moss-carpeted stone staircase (ishidan) carves a dark, deliberate path into the veil of a mountain mist. The lower foreground is grounded by deep, ink-like tones of wet slate and weathered bark, where ferns and emerald moss cling to centuries-old roots. Above, a heavy, luminous fog softens the canopy, partially dissolving the distant forest and the silhouetted eaves of hidden shrine architecture into an ethereal, monochromatic haze. The high-contrast interplay between the damp, dark stones below and the pale, misty void above creates an immersive sensory landscape filled with the quiet aroma of damp pine, damp earth, and cool mountain air.
Photographed by Ah Bee Panda, this composition captures the sacred approach (sandō) of Mount Haguro, one of the revered Dewa Sanzan (Three Mountains of Dewa) nestled in Yamagata Prefecture. Comprising 2,446 hand-laid stone steps lined by over five hundred ancient cedars, this trail has served for over a millennium as a pilgrimage route for practitioners of Shugendō—a syncretic tradition combining Shinto nature worship, Esoteric Buddhism, and mountain asceticism. Within Shugendō cosmology, traversing the Dewa Sanzan represents a symbolic journey of spiritual death and rebirth, with Mount Haguro representing the present physical life. The meticulous construction of these stone stairs and the preservation of the sacred grove demonstrate a profound environmental monozukuri (artisanal mastery in sacred design), where human devotion is sculpted into permanent, harmonious dialogue with the living forest.

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The design of this kimono features stylized magnolia or camellia blossoms rendered in muted tones of cream and pale yellow against a rich burgundy ground, with leaves depicted in bold geometric interpretations using vibrant emerald green and golden yellow. Early Showa period (1926-1940), Japan

This silk/rayon blend meisen kimono displays a striking Art Deco-influenced floral pattern that exemplifies the modernist aesthetic that swept through Japanese textile design during the interwar years. The design features stylized magnolia or camellia blossoms rendered in muted tones of cream and pale yellow against a rich burgundy ground, with leaves depicted in bold geometric interpretations using vibrant emerald green and golden yellow. The flowers are abstracted into simplified, almost sculptural forms that echo the streamlined sensibilities of the Art Deco movement, moving away from the naturalistic botanical representations common in earlier Japanese textiles.

The magnolia or camellia flowers carry deep symbolic meaning in Japanese culture, representing perseverance, nobility, and the ephemeral nature of beauty - themes that resonated particularly during this period of rapid social and cultural transformation. The geometric stylization of the leaves and the bold color palette reflect the influence of European modernist movements, while the overall composition maintains the Japanese aesthetic principle of asymmetrical balance. This textile represents a fascinating fusion of East and West, traditional craftsmanship and modern design sensibilities, characteristic of Japan's cultural dynamism during the Taishō and early Shōwa periods.

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Delta Saxophone Quartet @deltasax.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Frank Millward is a close friend of ours 🫶🎷🙌 @millwardfrank.bsky.social

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Post Me Spotify Links For Playlisting! 🎸 @listigeplaylists.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🎵 AzureSky Harmonies 🦋 - Hourly Fresh Picks Thanks to our latest contributor(s), choosen from 1 incoming post(s): • @xw8c.bsky.social 🔁 to spread the word and help us reach more music lovers!

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The Tonearm @thetonearm.com · 17/09/2026

"An open discussion on vinyl and creativity at The Vinyl Factory pressing plant." The art of pressing and the future of vinyl: thevinylfactory.com/features/the...

An employee at The Vinyl Factory pressing plant proudly holds up a color-vinyl record with yellows and browns splattered in the wax.

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Post Me Spotify Links For Playlisting! 🎸 @listigeplaylists.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🎵 AzureSky Harmonies 🦋 - Hourly Fresh Picks Thanks to our latest contributor(s), choosen from 4 incoming post(s): • @musicontheedge.bsky.social • @deltasax.bsky.social • @tinkerhack.bsky.social 🔁 to spread the word and help us reach more music lovers!

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Post Me Spotify Links For Playlisting! 🎸 @listigeplaylists.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

📌 #1 Added to playlist: "Sunset Key - Radio Edit" by Chris Caldwell

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Post Me Spotify Links For Playlisting! 🎸 @listigeplaylists.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Thanks @musicontheedge.bsky.social 💯 I've now playlisted your post, see the details in the post below. Please help out by following, listening, and sharing this playlist! Post me more whenever you like 😀

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Music on the Edge @musicontheedge.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Album release.. enjoyed being part of this fabulous project ‘Broken Words’ working with close friend & colleague, composer @millwardfrank.bsky.social CD out next week, streaming now. 🎷🥂 #brokenwords #newmusic open.spotify.com/album/7HgVIP...

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Broken Words - Album by Frank Millward | Spotify

Frank Millward · album · 2026 · 7 songs

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Delta Saxophone Quartet @deltasax.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Hanging Around 🎷🙌

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The Tonearm @thetonearm.com · 20/03/2025

The Tonearm is an online journal of unexpected music and culture, a shared exploration of what it's like to create cool + meaningful things. Check out our latest articles + podcasts: www.thetonearm.com/linkinbio/ and don't forget to subscribe to our weekly newsletter, Talk Of The Tonearm ✨

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Iceland Cricket @icelandcricket.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

We need more talented cricketers in Iceland. If you can play a bit and have an Icelandic grandparent or fifth cousin, get in touch. If you have even watched some films by Baltasar Kormákur, we will think about it.

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Music on the Edge @musicontheedge.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Traditional values earlier today at Westcliff-On-Sea .. rude not too! #Britishsummer #westcliff #southend #essex #england

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Delta Saxophone Quartet @deltasax.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Let’s get Physical 😅😎🎷 Vinyl & CD 20% OFF EVERYTHING. Valid until 30/06 only. Share it with your fans. Stack a few records yourself. Order Now Your code: JUNEFLASHSALE Offer valid until 30th June 2026, 23:59 BST elasticstage.com/deltasax #Thestranglers #hangingaround

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radio3 @radio3.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

“Trigger” by Mike Westbrook, Kate Westbrook & Delta Saxophone Quartet #nowplaying #radio3

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BBC Radio 3 Now Playing Bot (Unofficial) @bbcradio3bot.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

BBC Radio 3 'Round Midnight Now Playing Mike Westbrook, Kate Westbrook & Delta Saxophone Quartet Trigger

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The 🫠 ᴘʀᴇᴛᴛʏ BBC Radio 3 🎶 #NowPlaying Bot @bbc3musicbot.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

🇺🇦 #NowPlaying on BBC #Radio3's #RoundMidnight Mike Westbrook, Kate Westbrook & Delta Saxophone Quartet: 🎵 Trigger #BBCRadio3 #MikeWestbrook #KateWestbrook #DeltaSaxophoneQuartet

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Andrew Long @closetotheedge.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

#NowPlaying: @deltasax.bsky.social: Hanging Around: 2026. Stunning as always, this time the lads tackle the Stranglers.

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Hanging Around, by Delta Saxophone Quartet

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Music on the Edge @musicontheedge.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Jazz legend Sonny Rollins dies aged 95

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Delta Saxophone Quartet @deltasax.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Do tell Harry 😎🎷 Hanging Around ! Pre- order our vinyl LP release on July 4th, which explores the vibrant world of The Stranglers mixed with our Hanging Around Delta musings #hangingaround #newrelease #thestranglers #elasticstage #nomoreheroes #goldenbrown elasticstage.com/deltasax/rel...

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Delta Saxophone Quartet @deltasax.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

👀👀👀 👁️ ⏳#hangingaround #watchthisspace

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Music on the Edge @musicontheedge.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Sleep well to the incredible Mike Westbrook, a total honour to have known you and worked with you and the beautiful Kate Westbrook. #Mikewestbrook

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Bridport Arts Centre @bridportarts.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

We had a full house of film lovers on Thursday night for the launch of this year’s From Page to Screen film festival. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us - we can’t wait to welcome you back for the festival in April. Tickets on sale now: www.bridport-arts.com/fpts

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Untidy Radio @untidyradio.com · 14/03/2026

Now playing on untidyradio.com Edge of the Abyss 2 Year Anniversary by Edge of the Abyss.

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