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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Afternoon #SlogSquad, Went for a run, listened to some Dark Tranquillity, wore a cool new cotton shirt

A 45 degree swing picture of a fat man wearing a black Heretic Rubbing Collective “Baphomet” T-shirt? It has a grim goat skull with the words Desist Conformity RC Run Like Hell

Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Tried to go for a run tonight. Didn’t go well binned it after a mile of run/walk. Listening to #rancid and got a bit of a walk home so still a win. #RunningPunks

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Afternoon, #SlogSquad, Went for a run-ish. Listened to #SickOfItAll 🖤

Grey Alleyway Dragon on a black background

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Somehow I missed that the new #ArmoredSaint album was released yesterday. I’ve not listened to it yet, but I’m certain it will be on my Album of the Year list. music.apple.com/gb/album/emo...

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Emotion Factory Reset by Armored Saint on Apple Music

Album · 2026 · 11 Songs

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

The Ukrainian entry seems to be wearing @taskmaster.tv ‘s #AlexHorne ‘s “Gloveless fingers” #EuroVision

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Looks like @penfriendrocks.bsky.social has released House of Stories on streaming services, well it’s on Apple Music Enjoy music.apple.com/gb/album/hou...

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House Of Stories by Penfriend on Apple Music

Album · 2026 · 11 Songs

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Off to Ginger Wildheart’s Birthday Bash at Oran Mor this evening. Wonder what he has in store? My first solo Ginger gig since 2012.

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

First attempt at running Dragonbane this evening, @embraboffin.bsky.social and alec putting up with my poorly prepped GMing. Hopefully a bit more competence (from me) next time round. Could be a fun game.

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

I see that #ToaTableTop’s @boganova.bsky.social’s band #FromMooseMountain has released a new track for their upcoming EP. It’s on Apple Music, and others places, music.apple.com/gb/album/dus...

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Dusk by From Moose Mountain on Apple Music

Song · 2025 · Duration 8:49

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

Been listening to John Bush era Anthrax. “We Have Come For You All”, “Music Of Mass Destruction” and “The Greater of Two Evils” were their absolute peak.

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tomtremendous @tomtremendous.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

#mörktober day 11. Scales; justice always has a price. #pirateBorg #OSR Never thought I'd get this far!

Black set of scales before a demon faced mask.

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tomtremendous @tomtremendous.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

#mörktober day 2; a beach in paradise is home to something quite unpleasant.

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

A wee trip to the theatre with The Girls. Percy Jackson is the youngest’s favourite

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Went for a run, I took the dog. Listened to some Spiritbox. Managed over 3 miles. Pretty pleased, not sure Ace enjoyed the rain or glacial pace. #RunningPunks #JogDivision

A golden cocker spaniel called Ace, standing on a wet pavement turning to face the camera, he’s wearing a harness and on a green and bright yellow lead.

The Apple Music cover of Eternal Blue by Spiritbox

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Afternoon #RunningPunks and #JogDivision Went for a run today, it was very short and very slow. I ran yesterday too, it was slightly longer but equally slow. I did listen to one of the best albums ever released. @gigsintoon.bsky.social posted something about it being 30 years old, seems unlikely

The cover of …And Out Come The Wolves by Rancid, in Apple Music. Ruby Soho is shown as currently playing

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Hey there #RunningPunks, Or is it #JogDivision, My faithful old Garmin Forerunner 645 has just died, one of the lugs is broken. Seems it can’t be fixed. Any recommendations for a replacement?

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

Absolutely not my usual fayre but I love this track! The indecipherable, yet ethereal vocals and the contrast of the guitars. Just tremendous.

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

If #bloodbowl it’s your thing this will be your thing

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

What perfect album came out the year you turned 16?

Cover of “Nightfall in Middle-Earth” by Blind Guardian. Released in 1998

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

New #Deftones song today. I still just can’t/don’t get them. What am I’m missing? You should check it out though. #RunningPunks #MusicSky #MetalSky

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

Look what just arrived, the #FreeLeague are selling the #DragonBane core set for a very good price. I wonder when I’ll run one of those adventures….. freeleaguepublishing.com/shop/dragonb...

The Dragonbane Core Set box. The Name us across the top of the box in red block capitals and the bottom is captioned “Mirth & Mayhem Roleplaying”
The image on the box is a dragon looming over a scene with statues on either side. It is atop a stone plinth or sculpture. It is about to breath fire on a knight that is facing it, away from the viewer. Their long white hair and cape are blowing in the wind. They are holding a broadsword in their right hand.

The contents of the Dragonbane core set: Rule book, Adventure book, character sheets, game cards and cardboard character standees

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

Just received this EP by Scottish ska-punk band #TheHostiles. If you’re looking for a bit of energetic punk for this summer weather you’ll be pleased with this. Check them out: thehostiles.bandcamp.com/music Music | The Hostiles

The Hostile EP, Party Cup on white vinyl, on a white turntable.

The Hostile EP Party Cup cover on top of a turntable.

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Check out my a_pple music highlights. It appears I listen to 4 bands. What does that say about me…. music.apple.com/gb/playlist/... #RunningPunks #TheHaloEffect #Creeper #InFlames #Soilwork

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Replay All Time on Apple Music

Playlist · 99 Songs

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Tried to take the dog for a run it went as expected….. #RunningPunks

Ace, the golden cocker spaniel, wearing a green a black harness and a bright yellow and green lead, sniffing head with some clover flowers.
He had no interest in running

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EVE Riot Grrrls of Wrestling @evewrestling.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

We reeaallly wish we got more traction here so we could stop having to the use the other place so much. Please do us a solid and spread the word to your followers. EVE is one of the longest running all-women's promotions in the world, 15 years strong, and produced by Will Ospreay Next show...

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

If like me you didn’t know, there’s new #AldrichKemp on ‘sounds. @juliansimpson.bsky.social, how did I miss this? (I wasn’t paying attention, apologies) www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/serie...

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BBC Sounds - Limelight - Available Episodes

Listen to the latest episodes of Limelight on BBC Sounds.

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

Today was the day, now do I need to pick a new starting word Wordle 1,456 1/6* 🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Morning #runningpunks, I did a run yesterday, a wee #Jimterval session, I’m repeating week 3 so the big one is next week. Great run, probably helped by a pair of shiny new shoes and Brave New World by #IronMaiden

My quite hairy shins and feet. I’m wearing a pair of very new and white trainers with a very bright yellow soles.

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Have been finding reasons to avoid running this week. Was in the office today and managed a very slow 5k at lunch in the warmth. Listened to ….and Out Come The Wolves by the mighty Rancid, a top 10 album for me. Have a great evening! 🤘🧷🏃‍♂️ #RunningPunks

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

I recently passed on *all* of my physical Mörk Borg to a friend’s daughter. Still couldn’t resist this bargain. Just hope @tomtremendous.bsky.social / @embraboffin.bsky.social don’t find out or I might have to run it

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Afternoon #RunningPunks, A wee toasty lunchtime run, Punk Plan Week 3 Run 1. Listened to #Elvenking. Hope you’re all enjoying this weather!

Picture of me, very red in the face, trying to smile despite the heat

Cover of the Elvenking album; Reader of the Runes (Luna)

Garmin Running Stats

North Lanarkshire - RP - W3R1

2.38 mi
Distance

144 bpm
Avg Heart Rate

26:04
Total Time

10:57 /mil
Avg Pace

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

Afternoon #RunningPunks, In the plan today, Jimmy had me doing, an easy 6k. It was what should be considered an easy pace, but it wasn’t easy. I’d had the dog out for 7k walk earlier so I’m feeling quite virtuous. Listened to Apple Music’s Ska-Punk essentials, was pretty good. Have a great day!

A picture of me, in a white and blue running cap, with a very scruffy beard, extremely red in the face and attempting to smile. Also not looking at the camera

Running starts are on the photo

3.74 mi
DISTANCE
44:32
TIME
11:55 /mi
PACE

A screen shot of the cover of Apple Music Ska Punk essential Playlist.
An orange, yellow and brown checkered pattern on a light pink background

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Just back from #RunningPunks plan W2R2, a warm day for it but good fun. Listened to #CJWildheart and @penfriendrocks.bsky.social

A blue sky over North Lanarkshire with Garmin running stats

DISTANCE
2.98 mi
TIME
34:20
PACE
11:32/mi
GARMIN.
North Lanarkshire - RP🧷- W2R2

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

#RunningPunks , Beginner Punk Plan W2R1 done, 20 min easy, 4 fast to finish. Listened to #LessThanJake. Queued up their new album Uncharted (2024), Anthem (2003) - I consider this a new album, and of course Hello Rockview, the album that introduced them to me, by Jo Whiley, summer 2000, man I’m old!

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

Hey #RunningPunks , Just in case you’re not on Insta, the cult leader, Jimmy is back with a running review. It’s everything you want. Have a great day! 🏃‍♂️🤘🧷 www.instagram.com/reel/DJRIGXs...

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Listening to the new Eureka Machines again. It’s excellent, not as heavy as my usual fare, so probably worth checking out. Track 2 on it is a solid benchmark if what you’ll get. eurekamachines.bandcamp.com/album/everyt...

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Everything, by Eureka Machines

12 track album

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Tonight I went to run class. Lots of running backwards and forwards. Hard work but probably worth it and maybe even enjoyable. Back to punk plan on Thursday #RunningPunks www.instagram.com/rosswestfitn...

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Thanks @penfriendrocks.bsky.social , Smashing album on equally delightful vinyl. The challenge is how do get my girls to listen to it, without tainting it with it being something I bought.

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Julian Simpson @juliansimpson.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

5 DAYS TO LAUNCH!! www.kickstarter.com/projects/cro...

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Hey #RunningPunks, A short Friday #runchtime. Repeating the first run of the plan. A blasphemous soundtrack. Also Glasgow looking well despite the the cloud.

A photo of the Clyde, looking west taken from the Squinty Bridge

The cover is the new Ghost album, Skeleta

Screen shot of Garmin Connect Running stats
Distance: 1.6 miles
Average pace 11.24 minutes per mile

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Al @saoralbin.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

What’s that #RunningPunks? Another run! Punk plan Week 1 Run 2, some run/walk interval type thing. Listened to Robot by #CJWildheart, thanks for the recommendation @e3jtp.bsky.social ! A bit of the new #EurekaMachines at the end

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Gigsintoon @gigsintoon.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

On this day in 2007, The Wildhearts released the self titled album, aka the white album on #RoundRecords Such a fantastic album it reached number 55 and includes the stunning Rooting for the Bad Guy as well as the singles The Sweetest Song & The New Flesh.

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Julian Simpson @juliansimpson.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

We're 8 people away from having a thousand people signed up to the Crowley pre-launch... You can do it guys! Big Push!!! www.kickstarter.com/projects/cro...

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Coming soon: Lovecraft Investigations: Crowley

A Lovecraft Investigations audio series delving into the (true) life and works of Aleister Crowley

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