Richard
@ricrus77.bsky.social
Music obsessive. Gig goer. Disco pickle. Cinephile. Bookworm. Guinness drinker. Red wine drinker. Pizza eater. Cookie monster. Crisp addict. 🌈
#Top25of2025
19. Anna B Savage - You & I Are Earth
This is the soundtrack to sitting by a log fire, with a glass of red in hand, feeling peacefully content. All is full of love - both with her relationship and to Ireland where she now calls home. A hug of an album.
Favourite track - Mo Cheol Thú
19. Anna B Savage - You & I Are Earth
This is the soundtrack to sitting by a log fire, with a glass of red in hand, feeling peacefully content. All is full of love - both with her relationship and to Ireland where she now calls home. A hug of an album.
Favourite track - Mo Cheol Thú
December 7, 2025 at 9:13 AM
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19. Anna B Savage - You & I Are Earth
This is the soundtrack to sitting by a log fire, with a glass of red in hand, feeling peacefully content. All is full of love - both with her relationship and to Ireland where she now calls home. A hug of an album.
Favourite track - Mo Cheol Thú
19. Anna B Savage - You & I Are Earth
This is the soundtrack to sitting by a log fire, with a glass of red in hand, feeling peacefully content. All is full of love - both with her relationship and to Ireland where she now calls home. A hug of an album.
Favourite track - Mo Cheol Thú
@tomfromnottm.bsky.social Arrived in the post - I’m going in… (once I’ve taken the plastic off!)
December 6, 2025 at 2:48 PM
@tomfromnottm.bsky.social Arrived in the post - I’m going in… (once I’ve taken the plastic off!)
#Top25of2025
20. Rich(ard) Dawson - End Of The Middle
Now just Rich - gone were the 40 minute epics from his previous album and in it’s place, these nine warm, engaging insights into the repeating patterns of behaviour on generations of a family
Favourite track - Polytunnel
20. Rich(ard) Dawson - End Of The Middle
Now just Rich - gone were the 40 minute epics from his previous album and in it’s place, these nine warm, engaging insights into the repeating patterns of behaviour on generations of a family
Favourite track - Polytunnel
December 6, 2025 at 9:42 AM
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20. Rich(ard) Dawson - End Of The Middle
Now just Rich - gone were the 40 minute epics from his previous album and in it’s place, these nine warm, engaging insights into the repeating patterns of behaviour on generations of a family
Favourite track - Polytunnel
20. Rich(ard) Dawson - End Of The Middle
Now just Rich - gone were the 40 minute epics from his previous album and in it’s place, these nine warm, engaging insights into the repeating patterns of behaviour on generations of a family
Favourite track - Polytunnel
You over reacted? That’s your explanation…
I don’t know how many times I’ve seen it - such a joy to see it in a cinema again - even with the extra bits!
Part 2 cut out the opening montage and jumped straight into Chapter 6. Animation at the end after the closing credits - from Fortnite apparently
I don’t know how many times I’ve seen it - such a joy to see it in a cinema again - even with the extra bits!
Part 2 cut out the opening montage and jumped straight into Chapter 6. Animation at the end after the closing credits - from Fortnite apparently
December 5, 2025 at 11:20 PM
You over reacted? That’s your explanation…
I don’t know how many times I’ve seen it - such a joy to see it in a cinema again - even with the extra bits!
Part 2 cut out the opening montage and jumped straight into Chapter 6. Animation at the end after the closing credits - from Fortnite apparently
I don’t know how many times I’ve seen it - such a joy to see it in a cinema again - even with the extra bits!
Part 2 cut out the opening montage and jumped straight into Chapter 6. Animation at the end after the closing credits - from Fortnite apparently
The Whole Bloody Affair so far…
1. O-Ren’s back story is extended
2. The fight in the House Of Blue Leaves remains in colour and is extended
3. The “reveal” at the end of Part 1 has been taken out
I only ever saw both parts projected once when released - great to see/hear it projected again!
1. O-Ren’s back story is extended
2. The fight in the House Of Blue Leaves remains in colour and is extended
3. The “reveal” at the end of Part 1 has been taken out
I only ever saw both parts projected once when released - great to see/hear it projected again!
December 5, 2025 at 8:23 PM
The Whole Bloody Affair so far…
1. O-Ren’s back story is extended
2. The fight in the House Of Blue Leaves remains in colour and is extended
3. The “reveal” at the end of Part 1 has been taken out
I only ever saw both parts projected once when released - great to see/hear it projected again!
1. O-Ren’s back story is extended
2. The fight in the House Of Blue Leaves remains in colour and is extended
3. The “reveal” at the end of Part 1 has been taken out
I only ever saw both parts projected once when released - great to see/hear it projected again!
#Top25of2025
21. Gruff Rhys - Dim Probs
Unfortunately the specifics of the lyrics are lost on me (not a Welsh speaker - although I know a few words and phrases) - but regardless, the album still feels warm and joyful both musically and with Gruff’s comforting vocals
Favourite track - Dos Amdani
21. Gruff Rhys - Dim Probs
Unfortunately the specifics of the lyrics are lost on me (not a Welsh speaker - although I know a few words and phrases) - but regardless, the album still feels warm and joyful both musically and with Gruff’s comforting vocals
Favourite track - Dos Amdani
December 5, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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21. Gruff Rhys - Dim Probs
Unfortunately the specifics of the lyrics are lost on me (not a Welsh speaker - although I know a few words and phrases) - but regardless, the album still feels warm and joyful both musically and with Gruff’s comforting vocals
Favourite track - Dos Amdani
21. Gruff Rhys - Dim Probs
Unfortunately the specifics of the lyrics are lost on me (not a Welsh speaker - although I know a few words and phrases) - but regardless, the album still feels warm and joyful both musically and with Gruff’s comforting vocals
Favourite track - Dos Amdani
Got back from seeing “The Running Man”
I went in with low expectations considering the reviews I’ve read - I have to say I quite enjoyed it!
I’m a fan of Edgar Wright’s (have been since Spaced) - it was it good old romp with bite - let’s face it - this dystopian setup felt a bit to real…
I went in with low expectations considering the reviews I’ve read - I have to say I quite enjoyed it!
I’m a fan of Edgar Wright’s (have been since Spaced) - it was it good old romp with bite - let’s face it - this dystopian setup felt a bit to real…
December 4, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Got back from seeing “The Running Man”
I went in with low expectations considering the reviews I’ve read - I have to say I quite enjoyed it!
I’m a fan of Edgar Wright’s (have been since Spaced) - it was it good old romp with bite - let’s face it - this dystopian setup felt a bit to real…
I went in with low expectations considering the reviews I’ve read - I have to say I quite enjoyed it!
I’m a fan of Edgar Wright’s (have been since Spaced) - it was it good old romp with bite - let’s face it - this dystopian setup felt a bit to real…
The Christmas tree in New Brighton. Can I get a miniature version of this?
My nephew and his girlfriend are coming to do my tree next weekend - the standard by which they will be judged 😂
My nephew and his girlfriend are coming to do my tree next weekend - the standard by which they will be judged 😂
December 4, 2025 at 6:21 PM
The Christmas tree in New Brighton. Can I get a miniature version of this?
My nephew and his girlfriend are coming to do my tree next weekend - the standard by which they will be judged 😂
My nephew and his girlfriend are coming to do my tree next weekend - the standard by which they will be judged 😂
#Top25of2025
22. Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory
Always looking for new starts, instead of another solo album, Sharon wrote an album with her band. Insecurity and anxiety are the main themes - wearing their post-punk influences on their sleeve. Groovy and moody!
Favourite track - Trouble
22. Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory
Always looking for new starts, instead of another solo album, Sharon wrote an album with her band. Insecurity and anxiety are the main themes - wearing their post-punk influences on their sleeve. Groovy and moody!
Favourite track - Trouble
December 4, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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22. Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory
Always looking for new starts, instead of another solo album, Sharon wrote an album with her band. Insecurity and anxiety are the main themes - wearing their post-punk influences on their sleeve. Groovy and moody!
Favourite track - Trouble
22. Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory
Always looking for new starts, instead of another solo album, Sharon wrote an album with her band. Insecurity and anxiety are the main themes - wearing their post-punk influences on their sleeve. Groovy and moody!
Favourite track - Trouble
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23. Wednesday - Bleeds
Bodies pulled from rivers, houses burning down, teeth being smashed out with baseball bats - I can see why they are called Wednesday! Soaked in gorgeous guitars and country twangs
Favourite track - Bitter Everyday. Oh, and Wasp - that throat shredding!
23. Wednesday - Bleeds
Bodies pulled from rivers, houses burning down, teeth being smashed out with baseball bats - I can see why they are called Wednesday! Soaked in gorgeous guitars and country twangs
Favourite track - Bitter Everyday. Oh, and Wasp - that throat shredding!
December 3, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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23. Wednesday - Bleeds
Bodies pulled from rivers, houses burning down, teeth being smashed out with baseball bats - I can see why they are called Wednesday! Soaked in gorgeous guitars and country twangs
Favourite track - Bitter Everyday. Oh, and Wasp - that throat shredding!
23. Wednesday - Bleeds
Bodies pulled from rivers, houses burning down, teeth being smashed out with baseball bats - I can see why they are called Wednesday! Soaked in gorgeous guitars and country twangs
Favourite track - Bitter Everyday. Oh, and Wasp - that throat shredding!
Whoop whoop 🙌🏻 🙌🏻. Hankies at the ready
December 3, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Whoop whoop 🙌🏻 🙌🏻. Hankies at the ready
Hans Zimmer - Coop Live, Manchester
Such musicianship! With excerpts from Dune, Man Of Steel, Gladiator, Interstellar, Pirates Of The Caribbean and of course, The Lion King - amongst others! A gorgeous evening - and a real treat to sit in the box - with private bar! Can get used to that!!
Such musicianship! With excerpts from Dune, Man Of Steel, Gladiator, Interstellar, Pirates Of The Caribbean and of course, The Lion King - amongst others! A gorgeous evening - and a real treat to sit in the box - with private bar! Can get used to that!!
December 3, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Hans Zimmer - Coop Live, Manchester
Such musicianship! With excerpts from Dune, Man Of Steel, Gladiator, Interstellar, Pirates Of The Caribbean and of course, The Lion King - amongst others! A gorgeous evening - and a real treat to sit in the box - with private bar! Can get used to that!!
Such musicianship! With excerpts from Dune, Man Of Steel, Gladiator, Interstellar, Pirates Of The Caribbean and of course, The Lion King - amongst others! A gorgeous evening - and a real treat to sit in the box - with private bar! Can get used to that!!
At the Coop Live to see Hans Zimmer - it’s our “works do” - my colleague and I aren’t going the official one. In the royal box as well!
December 2, 2025 at 7:27 PM
At the Coop Live to see Hans Zimmer - it’s our “works do” - my colleague and I aren’t going the official one. In the royal box as well!
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24. Blondshell - If You Asked For A Picture
Confessional songs of conflicts with your mother, failed relationships, body dysmorphia and dealing with past baggage - at times sarcastic but always full of attitude - wrapped up in gorgeous 90s guitars
Favourite track - Event Of A Fire
24. Blondshell - If You Asked For A Picture
Confessional songs of conflicts with your mother, failed relationships, body dysmorphia and dealing with past baggage - at times sarcastic but always full of attitude - wrapped up in gorgeous 90s guitars
Favourite track - Event Of A Fire
December 2, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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24. Blondshell - If You Asked For A Picture
Confessional songs of conflicts with your mother, failed relationships, body dysmorphia and dealing with past baggage - at times sarcastic but always full of attitude - wrapped up in gorgeous 90s guitars
Favourite track - Event Of A Fire
24. Blondshell - If You Asked For A Picture
Confessional songs of conflicts with your mother, failed relationships, body dysmorphia and dealing with past baggage - at times sarcastic but always full of attitude - wrapped up in gorgeous 90s guitars
Favourite track - Event Of A Fire
Cracking this open… 🎄🍫😁
December 1, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Cracking this open… 🎄🍫😁
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25. Big Thief - Double Infinity
The word “new age” popped up in reviews of this album. Down to a trio and probably looking to change direction, I still approached with caution - but needn’t have worried - they’ve never sounded as big and gorgeous!
Favourite track - All Night All Day
25. Big Thief - Double Infinity
The word “new age” popped up in reviews of this album. Down to a trio and probably looking to change direction, I still approached with caution - but needn’t have worried - they’ve never sounded as big and gorgeous!
Favourite track - All Night All Day
December 1, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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25. Big Thief - Double Infinity
The word “new age” popped up in reviews of this album. Down to a trio and probably looking to change direction, I still approached with caution - but needn’t have worried - they’ve never sounded as big and gorgeous!
Favourite track - All Night All Day
25. Big Thief - Double Infinity
The word “new age” popped up in reviews of this album. Down to a trio and probably looking to change direction, I still approached with caution - but needn’t have worried - they’ve never sounded as big and gorgeous!
Favourite track - All Night All Day
How to ward off Sunday scaries after a week off work? Ice cream 😁👍🏻
(Yes, I know I had a Funky Chunky Kit Kat earlier. It was a taste tester. Stop pointing at me!)
(Yes, I know I had a Funky Chunky Kit Kat earlier. It was a taste tester. Stop pointing at me!)
November 30, 2025 at 5:37 PM
How to ward off Sunday scaries after a week off work? Ice cream 😁👍🏻
(Yes, I know I had a Funky Chunky Kit Kat earlier. It was a taste tester. Stop pointing at me!)
(Yes, I know I had a Funky Chunky Kit Kat earlier. It was a taste tester. Stop pointing at me!)
#Top25of2025 (bubbling under)
Here are numbers 26 - 40 (artist and titles in alt text)
I did want to hear De La Soul, Lily Allen and Just Mustard’s albums first - which may have changed the list - but with continued gig announcements, the chances of me getting to them before Christmas is slim! 😂
Here are numbers 26 - 40 (artist and titles in alt text)
I did want to hear De La Soul, Lily Allen and Just Mustard’s albums first - which may have changed the list - but with continued gig announcements, the chances of me getting to them before Christmas is slim! 😂
November 30, 2025 at 2:13 PM
#Top25of2025 (bubbling under)
Here are numbers 26 - 40 (artist and titles in alt text)
I did want to hear De La Soul, Lily Allen and Just Mustard’s albums first - which may have changed the list - but with continued gig announcements, the chances of me getting to them before Christmas is slim! 😂
Here are numbers 26 - 40 (artist and titles in alt text)
I did want to hear De La Soul, Lily Allen and Just Mustard’s albums first - which may have changed the list - but with continued gig announcements, the chances of me getting to them before Christmas is slim! 😂
It’s a Top Deck with a few wafers in between
November 30, 2025 at 12:34 PM
It’s a Top Deck with a few wafers in between
Got back from the shops - Funky Chunky Kit Kat’s at the checkout in Home Bargains
First off - thought confectionery at checkouts was now a great big NO!!
Secondly - what does a Funky Chunky Kit Kat taste like? I’m about to find out…
First off - thought confectionery at checkouts was now a great big NO!!
Secondly - what does a Funky Chunky Kit Kat taste like? I’m about to find out…
November 30, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Got back from the shops - Funky Chunky Kit Kat’s at the checkout in Home Bargains
First off - thought confectionery at checkouts was now a great big NO!!
Secondly - what does a Funky Chunky Kit Kat taste like? I’m about to find out…
First off - thought confectionery at checkouts was now a great big NO!!
Secondly - what does a Funky Chunky Kit Kat taste like? I’m about to find out…
Glass of wine poured - going to finalise the Bowie 31. His grand comeback and his sad farewell
November 29, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Glass of wine poured - going to finalise the Bowie 31. His grand comeback and his sad farewell
Got back from seeing Pillion
I’m afraid I found this uncomfortable to watch - but I think that’s the point of it
It is a beautiful piece of queer cinema - and there are moments of laugh out loud comedy - but a sub-dom relationship with a sub still figuring it out is the bit that made it tough…
I’m afraid I found this uncomfortable to watch - but I think that’s the point of it
It is a beautiful piece of queer cinema - and there are moments of laugh out loud comedy - but a sub-dom relationship with a sub still figuring it out is the bit that made it tough…
November 29, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Got back from seeing Pillion
I’m afraid I found this uncomfortable to watch - but I think that’s the point of it
It is a beautiful piece of queer cinema - and there are moments of laugh out loud comedy - but a sub-dom relationship with a sub still figuring it out is the bit that made it tough…
I’m afraid I found this uncomfortable to watch - but I think that’s the point of it
It is a beautiful piece of queer cinema - and there are moments of laugh out loud comedy - but a sub-dom relationship with a sub still figuring it out is the bit that made it tough…
Half an hour wait for next train - over the road from the Philharmonic Pub - may as well have a pint!
Cheers everyone! 🍻
Cheers everyone! 🍻
November 28, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Half an hour wait for next train - over the road from the Philharmonic Pub - may as well have a pint!
Cheers everyone! 🍻
Cheers everyone! 🍻
Lou Barlow - Philharmonic Hall Music Room, Liverpool
Sometimes you want to jump up and down, or give it your best dad dance, or be pummelled with noise, or sing your heart out. And there are times you want to sit with a pint and enjoy the company of an indie legend - warm, engaging and funny!
Sometimes you want to jump up and down, or give it your best dad dance, or be pummelled with noise, or sing your heart out. And there are times you want to sit with a pint and enjoy the company of an indie legend - warm, engaging and funny!
November 28, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Lou Barlow - Philharmonic Hall Music Room, Liverpool
Sometimes you want to jump up and down, or give it your best dad dance, or be pummelled with noise, or sing your heart out. And there are times you want to sit with a pint and enjoy the company of an indie legend - warm, engaging and funny!
Sometimes you want to jump up and down, or give it your best dad dance, or be pummelled with noise, or sing your heart out. And there are times you want to sit with a pint and enjoy the company of an indie legend - warm, engaging and funny!
Off to see Lou Barlow tonight - should put some of his music on!
November 28, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Off to see Lou Barlow tonight - should put some of his music on!