Category Archives: Music

Sunday Music: Open Arms – Elbow

Posted on June 24, 2012 by nicdempsey

Open Arms, elbow I’ve done elbow before. Twice in fact. Not this song though. This song makes me cry…. It makes me think of family and how at the times you least expect it they take you in and help … Continue reading →

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Sunday Music

Posted on June 17, 2012 by nicdempsey

The Holloways – Generator So this week has been emotionally difficult. I’ve felt isolated and alone. Partly time of the year, it was Stef and Keir’s birthday last week and I’m always gonna miss my best friends. Added to that … Continue reading →

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Sunday Music

Posted on June 10, 2012 by nicdempsey

Plan B, Ill Manors Went to see this yesterday. There but for the grace of God and an amazing parent…

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Sunday Music

Posted on June 3, 2012 by nicdempsey

This Sunday, I admit I may have lost the fight against ‘country’ music years ago. The Jayhawks No long story, I’ve had ‘Hollywood Town Hall’ for years and I love it… Crowded in the Wings Take Me With You When … Continue reading →

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Sunday Music

Posted on May 27, 2012 by nicdempsey

Lullaby of Broadway This song, I know all of the words. I’ve mentioned the afternoon film that used to be shown on BBC2 on Saturday afternoons. It’s where I learnt to love the ‘Goldiggers..’ films. It’s also an inheritance from … Continue reading →

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Sunday Music

Posted on May 20, 2012 by nicdempsey

Sweet Baby James – James Taylor I heard this for the first time about 4 years ago.. As I recall there was a thing on the radio about albums you should listen to. They featured Sweet Baby James. The programme … Continue reading →

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Sunday Music

Posted on May 13, 2012 by nicdempsey

Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain…because, just because..

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Close the Coalhouse Door

Posted on May 10, 2012 by nicdempsey

Last night I went to the theatre. I’m very lucky to live in London where a lot of good theatre happens. This year, I’ve made more of an effort to do more local theatre, not the National or stuff at … Continue reading →

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Bank Holiday

Posted on May 7, 2012 by nicdempsey

It’s a Bank Holiday, a day off to do whatever you want. Bank Holidays in the UK are all about the Bank of England. Before 1834, the Bank was closed for roughly 33 saints’ days and religious festivals. In  1834, that … Continue reading →

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Sunday Music

Posted on May 6, 2012 by nicdempsey

One of the blogs I read and am very fond of is Questions for Dessert, Krissie is a runner and about to run her first marathon today. I can’t imagine ever wanting to run a marathon but am totally in … Continue reading →

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