Monthly Archives: December 2013

THE BLOCKHEADS – PORTSMOUTH WEDGEWOOD ROOMS, 19th December 2013

As the Blockheads took to the stage there was clearly something missing, Norman Watt-Roy was absent on bass.  It later transpired he was off playing elsewhere with long time friend (and collaborator on the Blockheads “Laughter” album) Wilko Johnson, which … Continue reading

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THE PUNKY POMPEY XMAS PARTY – MILTON ARMS BARN, PORTSMOUTH, 14th December 2013

It’s that time of the month again and this time a seasonal shindig hit the Barn complete with a night put on by Zeton Spore in the front bar, making for an eclectic mix of individuals and a great way … Continue reading

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THE UNDERGROUND PILOTS – “ANOTHER PART…” EP

Having recently made it into the local Showcase final hosted by the legendary Wedgewood Rooms, Portsmouth’s Underground Pilots unveil their new EP “Another Part…” and although I’ve yet to witness this south coast stoner rock band in action live, on … Continue reading

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SELF DEFENSE FAMILY – EDGE OF THE WEDGE, SOUTHSEA 3rd December 2013

With several local promoters joining forces for this evening it was always going to provide an interesting collaboration, however I missed the opening act due to the early stage time but having seen Protein Window several times previously I can … Continue reading

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RADICAL DANCE FACTION (RDF) – GREEN DOOR STORE, BRIGHTON 30th November 2013

Road trips to Brighton are always going to be good fun and with so many venues to choose from it was off to the Green Door Store this evening – which tucked away under the train arches is a proper … Continue reading

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