Recently, Pete Doherty of the Libertines went on Craig "Dave Lister" Charles' Radio 6 Music show and they talked for a bit about his new single "You Can't Keep It From Me Forever." But the most interesting part of the conversation came about 68 minutes into the program when they talked about something Doherty did at HM Prison Barlinnie in Glasgow last year: Namely, he … [Read more...] about Pete Doherty signs a Glasgow prisoner to his record label
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Glasgow nightclub to be powered… by body heat?
Last Month, I talked about how Coldplay's doing everything they can to lower their carbon footprint on their tour for Music of the Spheres, including installing kinetic floor tiles to power the venue. Now, it looks like some of that tech is trickling down to smaller clubs. Case in point: Glasgow nightclub SWG3. Home to concerts and raves like … [Read more...] about Glasgow nightclub to be powered… by body heat?
Criminal Records: the record label based out of a prison
As I write this, on the rare occasions I get out of the house, while driving, my Dad and I are listening to a big boxed set (technically, two JSP boxed sets) of recordings by Huddie "Lead Belly" Ledbetter. He was discovered in Louisiana's Angola State Penitentiary by John and Alan Lomax while scouting for some interesting folk music. They found a man with a 12-string guitar, a … [Read more...] about Criminal Records: the record label based out of a prison
Top Ten Britain: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Glasgow
Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, so you can believe that it has plenty to offer. The city has had an interesting history as it has been settled by ancient peoples, Romans, Celts, and more. Glasgow has been a major shipping port, shipbuilding center, and industrial hub for Scotland, and today it celebrates that history while finding new ways to distinguish itself in the … [Read more...] about Top Ten Britain: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Glasgow
The Travel Fiver: Five Things to Do in Glasgow Scotland
Settlements in Glasgow date back to before Roman times and over the centuries, the City of Glasgow has cemented itself as a powerhouse for industry and trade. As such, the Great Depression hit the city worse than other parts of Britain, but Glasgow ultimately recovered and currently possesses the largest economy in Scotland. Today, Glasgow is a city of culture, due in part to … [Read more...] about The Travel Fiver: Five Things to Do in Glasgow Scotland
Paranormal Britain 2015: Ghosts, Haunted Houses, Monster Clowns and Death Cafes
As I write this column, All Hallows' Eve is approaching. And, since a recent poll has shown that 68% of Britons claim to have personally experienced the supernatural, it only stands to reason that there are some interesting stories that have come in just in time for this year's Halloween. Clown Girl stalks Kent's schoolchildren. As those of us who remember the days when I … [Read more...] about Paranormal Britain 2015: Ghosts, Haunted Houses, Monster Clowns and Death Cafes
Weird Englishmen Abroad: Strange occurrences that happened on holiday
As I write this, I'm on my annual fortnight in Door County, Wisconsin. In commemoration of this, I've decided to cover a bunch of stories about what some other Brits did or happened to them while on their holidays. Woman goes halfway around the world for school reunion; school demolished before she gets there. Marie Burdett from Strood, Kent, saw an invitation from developers … [Read more...] about Weird Englishmen Abroad: Strange occurrences that happened on holiday
Glasgow McDonald’s to fight hooligans with classical music.
For all the articles I've written on rock musicians, my current musical interests actually tend to lean heavily towards classical; I feel there's a lot of territory I've left unexplored there, which isn't something I can say for rock music. That said, most of the composers I listen to are Germanic, Russian, and the like, so I don't often post about classical music: at least … [Read more...] about Glasgow McDonald’s to fight hooligans with classical music.
Britain’s Least Wanted X: Stolen Crossing Guard Stick, Bird ASBO, and Heisenberg the Furby
In commemoration of... well, I can't think of anything related to British crime drama news to relate this to, so we'll just get on with these four true stories of British crime gone bizarrely wrong. Sadly, these stories may be a lot lighter than usual. Lollipop Man has his stick stolen on camera. Well, I guess I should have to explain something: namely a "Lollipop Man" is … [Read more...] about Britain’s Least Wanted X: Stolen Crossing Guard Stick, Bird ASBO, and Heisenberg the Furby
Guest Feature: Caledoniatopia – Our Intrepid Writer Goes on A Spontaneous Day Trip to Glasgow
Next week over 1,000,000 people will flood Glasgow for the 2014 Commonwealth Games. It's a proud moment for this city that has been through cycles of boom and bust for hundreds of years, sinking into squalor and scraping its way up again. Today it's a media titan and a haven for artists, chock full of gorgeous architecture from just about every historical period, and teeming … [Read more...] about Guest Feature: Caledoniatopia – Our Intrepid Writer Goes on A Spontaneous Day Trip to Glasgow
Weird Britain: Britain’s Least Wanted VI – The Gregarious Gunslinger, Scooby Suit, Library Book Returned 61 Years Late and An Obnoxious 999 Caller
Well, it looks like it's time to do another Weird Crime column, so, in honour of the season finale of Martin Freeman's Fargo miniseries, here are four odd stories of crime from Britain. The Case of the Gregarious Gunslinger. As a rule, I'm a big fan of westerns. Naturally, for blindingly obvious reasons, I almost never get a chance to talk about that on Anglotopia. But, it … [Read more...] about Weird Britain: Britain’s Least Wanted VI – The Gregarious Gunslinger, Scooby Suit, Library Book Returned 61 Years Late and An Obnoxious 999 Caller
Britain’s Least Wanted V: Birds, Breakouts, and Bacon Sandwiches
To celebrate the impending release of the last episodes of the last episodes of ITV's Poirot, here's a set of five true British crime stories that'll certainly thrill, chill, and fulfill you. Okay, maybe not that last one, but they will likely entertain you on some level. The Case of the Singing Shed. Losing your mother can be hard. Sometimes it can be devastating, but … [Read more...] about Britain’s Least Wanted V: Birds, Breakouts, and Bacon Sandwiches
Caledoniatopia: Top 12 things to do within 1 hour of Glasgow
1). The Wallace Monument - Completed in 1869 after eight years' construction, the 220 feet high Wallace Monument sits prominently on the Abbey Craig two miles north of the city of Stirling. It was from this prominent hilltop in 1297 that William Wallace watched the English army approach across Stirling Bridge before leading the Scots into battle. Also on display is what is … [Read more...] about Caledoniatopia: Top 12 things to do within 1 hour of Glasgow
Top 12 things to do in Glasgow Scotland – Best Tourist Sites in Glasgow
Here's another great list of things to see and do in Glasgow Scotland from our friends at Visit Britain. 1). Riverside Museum - Glasgow’s iconic new Riverside Museum is a fitting home for the city’s world-class transport collection and is a place that will inspire, educate and entertain. The stunning building is located where the River Clyde meets the River Kelvin at the heart … [Read more...] about Top 12 things to do in Glasgow Scotland – Best Tourist Sites in Glasgow
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