A new band ‘steps on the scene’.
On the 12th of May, Holmfirth Folk Festival would enter a timewarp to the glory days with rock staples; while leading the way with faith as Jimmy and the Juveniles display their own writing talent. Arriving on the Glastonbury-esque stage just before two o’clock to an anticipated crowd, the concert plunges the audience into a tour de force.
Recently, a showing of Arthur Millers critically underrated play ‘A View from the Bridge’ was perfectly performed by the community theatre for amateur performers, Players Theatre. However, ‘amateur’ is exceedingly inaccurate as this rendition provides justice and the enjoyable inclusion of entertainment but still infusing the audience with an unforgettable experience.
Kuching. Borneo. Humid but comfortable, the atmosphere is pleasant while the climate is almost alien compared to my accustomed northern weather. While the evening endorses, I am happily chatting to my good friend JJ. We discuss all things records from rare pressings to classic sleeve covers – it is inevitable that bootleg vinyl will be brought up. Being one of the most widely disputed topics, I am surprised by our similar viewpoints on them and JJ even continuing to cover the many Bob Dylan bootlegs in circulation and even personal favourites. Sharing my own tales of wading through the high tides of counterfeit vinyl, it grows apparent of their positives and negative aspects.
Inspiring me to ignite this series, in an effort to judge the barbarism or beauty of bootlegs…
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