Music was my first love…
This is the soundtrack to a life well travelled — classic albums, deep cuts, backstories, playlists and concert memories that deserve a place on your turntable or in your headphones.
You’ll find first-hand reviews of landmark albums, reflections on unforgettable live shows, and playlists to match a mood, a moment, or a destination. Some of the records here are well known. Others might just surprise you.
Simply Red at The O₂ Arena – 40 Years On and Still Glowing
Simply Red returned to London’s O₂ Arena for their 40th-anniversary tour — two hours of timeless hits led by Mick Hucknall’s unmistakable voice. Nearly three decades after first seeing them at Wembley, this concert showed he’s still got, and a reminder of just how many hits they had!
Concert Review: Lana Del Rey Live at Wembley Stadium 4th July 2024
Lana Del Rey took over Wembley Stadium on 4 July 2025 with a surreal, Southern Gothic-inspired show. From Addison Rae’s energetic support set to Lana’s dreamlike visuals, poetic interludes and a haunting setlist, this was part concert and cinema.
Concert Review: Marshall Gilmour Webbs Debut at Piano Smithfield, London (2 July 2025)
An intimate debut from Marshall Gilmour Webbs at Piano Smithfield. Born from David Gilmour’s tour, this new vocal group brings harmony, soul, and substance.
Robbie Williams Live at the Royal Crescent, Bath – Concert Review 2025
A full concert review with video highlights from Robbie Williams’ sun-soaked Britpop show at the Royal Crescent in Bath — a night of songs, stories, and surprise guests.
Bruce Springsteen Berlin 2025: Concert Review & Video Highlights
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band returned to Berlin’s Olympiastadion for a powerful night of music, politics, and connection. Watch video highlights from the 2025 Hopes and Dreams tour, including Born to Run, Chimes of Freedom, and more.
Deja Vu in London: A Tribute to David Crosby at the Barbican
A heartfelt review of a tribute to David Crosby at the Barbican. The concert featured *If I Could Only Remember My Name* performed in full, alongside Crosby classics. A night of harmonies, stories, and the enduring message that “music is love.”