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Sleb BB

It’s that time of the year again where we’d watch anything just to keep our minds off the cold even Celebrity Big Brother. How’s that for an excuse? We’re only a day or two in and so far I’m not … Continue reading

05. January 2009 by Caroline
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The five best gigs of 2007

As the first couple of tickets for shows in 2008 are coming in, it’s time to look back and recognise the best of 2007. Where possible, I’ll quote from my earlier reviews.1. Marc Almond – Paradiso, Amsterdam, October 27 “Even … Continue reading

25. December 2007 by Caroline
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Marc Almond live, alive

Dubbed ‘The English Piaf’ by the British press, he does resemble a little sparrow a bit. The motorcycle accident he had three years go has left its marks. Marc Almond’s tough tattoos don’t obscure the fact he seems a little … Continue reading

08. November 2007 by Caroline
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Novel idea: see a band, stay sober

Back in town after five great days and three amazing nights in Dublin. Great music, great people and a bloody great tan are my spoils. I’ve never been keen on seeing U2 in Ireland, it’s always been a little disappointing … Continue reading

29. June 2005 by Caroline
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Still crazy after all these years

Performing in Amsterdam for the first time in ten years, Maria McKee seemed surprised (though you never know with her) so many had come out to see her. Personally, I had expected a bigger crowd. The Paradiso staff had made … Continue reading

16. June 2005 by Caroline
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Couple in crowd

{ couple in crowd, Paradiso, Amsterdam, April 3, 2004. Ixus 400. }

08. April 2004 by Caroline
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Kids and toys

Unbelievably, my sorry, lethargic mood was lifted by being in the company of friends and their three kids today. (I do believe hell just froze over.) We picked up the 6-year-old from school — there I was, mingling with the … Continue reading

16. March 2004 by Caroline
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