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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 2h

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic BETH ORTON It's no secret that Beth's latest album is one of my albums of the year, so I've been really excited for this one tonight at @StollerHall in Manchester. Update: this band is mega. They're so musical and tight, the songs jumped right off the stage.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

#NowPlaying #NewRelease L'RAIN Fata Morgana This genre-spanning album is pretty hard to classify or even describe. Vocals are layered, manipulated and stretched across drifting beats. In some parts, it's Sneaker Pimps, elsewhere an electronic Cocteau Twins. It's absolutely excellent.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

I read Jeff's book on songwriting recently, it's really interesting and entertaining. Lots of useful tips and examples - and it never gets overly detailed, so it's really easy for non-musical people to consume.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

I've just finished reading this fab book written by a guy originally employed as a junior reporter for Melody Maker, then went on to become editor it before becoming the editor of Uncut magazine for 15 years. It's a fantastic read, lots of funny anecdotes about music folk.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Released OTD in 1983 - The Chameleons' debut album 'Script Of The Bridge' on Statik Records. An album that literally changed my life.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic GARY NUMAN Some photos from earlier from The Tivoli in Buckley, North Wales. It was the first time seeing Numan for me and he didn't disappoint. It was a superb set and fantastic sound too.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

I remember buying my copy at the infamous Power Cuts record shop in Manchester, a brilliant shop in the '80s/90s, particularly for cheap American/Canadian imports. I don't quite know how they did it, they were a fraction of the price of HMV/Virgin/Our Price.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic AGNES OBEL An incredible performance tonight at Aviva Studios in Manchester. Firstly, the sound quality is off the scale. The musicians are absolutely top class - and the songs soar. The new songs are sounding fabulous too.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The current outlook for south Manchester looks like this, James. It's definitely on the warm side.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

I was a big fan of these guys. There was a definite Bauhaus feel to the music (unsurprisingly!) but they also splintered off in different directions, particularly with songs such as 'Go!'. I bought their 'Everything' compilation some years back and it's an absolute feast!

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

#NowPlaying #NewRelease LOWLIFE Eternity Road (Box Set) This 5CD set has landed at Paul HQ and it's a beauty. Lowlife were around from the mid-eighties and were formed by Will Heggie, the original Cocteau Twins bassist. 🔗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZtG...

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Post albums you love that hardly anyone else knows or loves. Outfit - 'Performance' Violens - 'Amoral' Chris Whitley - 'Soft Dangerous Shores' Kyte - 'Dead Waves'

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

#NowPlaying #NewRelease BETH ORTON The Ground Above I was unprepared for such a wonderful album. This is an emotional and heartfelt record. Instrumentally, I'm getting echoes of Peter Gabriel in some songs, which is no bad thing. Such a strong set of songs. Recommended.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Happy Birthday to Nick Drake, born OTD in 1948. I'm spinning 'River Man' in celebration.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic FYFE DANGERFIELD As gigs go, this was about as intimate as they come. Fyfe performed an impromptu extra gig in a coffee shop with a whole range of songs not played at last night's gig. No microphone, no P.A, just his wonderful voice, piano & acoustic.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic FYFE DANGERFIELD (GUILLEMOTS) Performing a charity fundraiser at The Granary Arts Café, Nantwich, it's probably the first time I've seen Fyfe in a while, having first seen him at The Scala in King's Cross around the time of Guillemots' debut album.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic JENICA CLYDE A wonderful evening at The Peer Hat in Manchester in the company of the German artist Jenica Clyde performing songs from her debut album.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic EYRE LLEW Just stepped onto the stage at Gullivers in Manchester is the wonderful Eyre Llew. A Welsh-sounding name with a widescreen atmospheric Icelandic sound from a band hailing from Nottingham. Really excited for this one.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

#LiveMusic TOM SMITH (EDITORS) Earlier this evening at Stoller Hall in Manchester, Tom played a magical set including loads of songs from his solo album plus deconstructed acoustic versions of Editors tracks. A two hour set. If you're seeing him, you're in for a massive treat.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic PURESSENCE Following their stunning Albert Hall gig a couple of years ago, they're finally back and performing live in Manchester at Academy 1. Lots of superb songs in tonight's set, plus visuals of Gene Hackman and Hitchcock's The Birds.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Released OTD 1992, it's one of my Top Three albums of all-time - 'Need For Not' by Levitation. "Without hope And without fire within The scar will turn And suck you in Don't question everything" 🔗 youtu.be/TvyzR3qcpUY?...

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

#NowPlaying THE GREAT UNWASHED I saw these guys the other evening, they're a Manchester band, the music is somewhere between post-rock (The Workhouse and Mogwai spring to mind), shoegaze (Slowdive, Lush) and alternative (Radiohead). It's excellent, dive in! thegreatunwashedofficial.bandcamp.com

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

#LiveMusic MIKI BERENYI 3 A couple of shots from earlier this evening at Yes in Manchester. A really enjoyable gig with a good number of Lush songs in the set too. Ireland, you're in for a real treat. Miki was manning the merch stall when I arrived, so take stuff along for signing.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

#LiveMusic WINTERSLEEP Pictured earlier this evening at my favourite Manchester venue, The Deaf Institute, they were not just on form but absolutely on fire. On-stage sound gremlins aside, they were stunning this evening, and it was lovely to meet them after too. @wintersleeptheband.bsky.social

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

#debutalbums1519 Hi Richard, hope you're well. Here are my five:- 1. Phoebe Bridgers - Stranger In The Alps 2. Viet Cong - S/T 3. Victories At Sea – Everything Forever 4. The Murder Capital - When I Have Fears 5. WH Lung - Incidental Music

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

#NowPlaying #NewRelease JUHA MÄKI-PATOLA Momentary Movements Of Landscapes This is absolutely lovely. There are elements of dreamy ambient music on here and it will definitely also appeal to fans of Epic45 too, particularly the opening couple of tracks. juhamakipatola.bandcamp.com/album/moment...

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic HOWLING BELLS Just arrived on stage at The Sugarmill are the excellent Howling Bells, touring their new album. It's a few years since they last toured, so I'm excited for this.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Record shops, guitar shops, and What's The Story? What could possibly go wrong? 😁

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

The sun is shining, the sky is blue, Plum Porter's on draught, I may have a few.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

I'm in Manchester. It's a tad wet today. Bring on the sunshine!

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic LUCY ROSE Just stepped onto the stage at @rncmlive.bsky.social in Manchester is the wonderful singer/songwriter Lucy Rose. I bought these tickets just over a year ago! I'm really hoping that she plays 'Those Red Lights' in tonight's set.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Remembering Mark Hollis, who died on this day in 2019. One of music's absolute legends.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

#LiveMusic FLORENCE AND THE MACHINE Florence absolutely lit up the room this evening at The Co-op Live in Manchester. A great set - ending with a rousing version of Dog Days.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

'Night Call' has been out a week already! Those of you who use Apple Music may have noticed that it wasn't there on release day. There was an issue at Apple's end that's now sorted. music.apple.com/gb/album/nig... A tiny number of CDs are available from: skypatterns.bandcamp.com/album/night-...

'Night Call', the second album by Sky Patterns.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

A big Thank You to Brett at [Sic] Magazine who's written a lovely review of 'Night Call' "From searing opener ‘Fireflies’ to the epic closing track ‘Into The Forest’ it is clear that the sun has set well behind us. He sings with heartfelt vulnerability" www.sicmagazine.net/17914/sky-pa...

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

The new Sky Patterns album 'Night Call' is out now. An album that reaches deep into nocturnal territory — a world of half-spoken fears, flickering thoughts, and the uneasy sense of life seen through dim light Extremely limited CD available from: 🔗 skypatterns.bandcamp.com/album/night-...

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Woo-hoo! Sounds good 😊 Have you ever fancied Primavera Sound? There's a decent line-up there next year.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

My top 10 gigs of 2025 Agnes Obel - London Exit North - Manchester Chris Difford - Camden MBV - Manchester Patrick Fitzgerald - Hebden Bridge Squeeze/China Crisis - Brit Fest Boxer Rebellion - Manchester Sweet Billy Pilgrim - Liverpool Chameleons - Manchester The Duke Spirit - Manchester

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

A fellow musician messaged this about Sp*tify and he's absolutely spot-on.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Around that time, Ultra Vivid Scene released a free 7" only to CWNN stores. You can just about see it on the pic, but it says "This record is a gift from Ultra Vivid Scene, available free of charge, via 4AD. Anyone who takes money for this record is no friend of ours" !!

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

It was in 2007, Ricky. He played a residency of 21 nights at the O2 Arena during the Aug/Sept time. He never appeared at festivals, so it was a great chance to see him. He was brilliant to watch, a really fantastic performer and an incredible guitarist too.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic PATRICK FITZGERALD (KITCHENS OF DISTINCTION) The last time I saw Patrick was at Reading Festival in 1991! Drive That Fast hadn't been out long and they played a blinder. Tonight, both Patrick & Julian are on stage, so we have two-thirds of the band!

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic PETE FIJ (ADORABLE) Just stepped onto the stage at the Trades Club in Hebden Bridge. Pete's up first this evening, supporting Patrick Fitzgerald (photos to follow in a while).

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

This was my trusty drum machine in the eighties/early-nineties. A brilliant little machine!

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

#LiveMusic #Manchester #MBV MY BLOODY VALENTINE There's absolutely no question that last night was truly one of the loudest gigs that I've ever been to. It's over 30 years since I last saw them, but that was a pretty special gig.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

I'm literally on my way home from seeing them this evening, Steve.

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

#NowPlaying #LiveMusic #Manchester THE CHAMELEONS Just stepped onto the stage at @Alberthallmcr for their annual pilgrimage. The Albert Hall is such a magnificent venue 👌

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≋ P ≋ a ≋ u ≋ l ≋ @plc69.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Having a pre-gig wander in Manchester ahead of tonight's Chameleons gig. The Christmas Market is big this year!

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