The BBC reports that Nicky Wire, bassist with the Manic Street Preachers, has been awarded an honorary fellowship from Swansea University. He graduated with a degree in politics from there back in 1990 but never made it to the graduation ceremony, so it was his first time donning the cap and gown. He was presented [...]

I was lucky enough to get an ipod for Christmas. Although I’m not a music addict, I love it. Anyway, hardcore muzak lovers such as my sister tend to go for alternatives like the iriver. After all, the ipod is more about style than substance. So, I was crestfallen last week when I realised that [...]

was at the olympia last night to see the manic street preachers gig so my ears are pretty bad today! no complaints though as it was excellent and certainly far more memorable than their last trip to dublin at the point 2 years ago. they even played australia this time – my favourite song ever!!! [...]

went to the keane gig last sunday in the olympia. all i can say is wow! they sounded great and tom (lead singer) and tim (keyboards) had such energy, leaping around on stage the entire time! i was amazed by how much more lively and intense their material was live – i’d expected a far [...]