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Sigur Ros: ‘Inni’ screening / Withered Hand / Meursault

By Karen Dorrat • Oct 28th, 2011 • Category: gigs, jrgigs

Sigur Ros are currently on an “indefinite hiatus” – and this is a very sad thing. However, it thankfully leaves the door open a smidgen for them to sneak back in when their desire to create even more unbelievable beauty compels them back on tour and into the studio.



Retreat! IV

By Karen Dorrat • Sep 9th, 2011 • Category: gigs, jrgigs

In its fourth year and already knocking socks off some of its rival fringe shows and lineups, Retreat is indeed a treat to the eyes and ears after many nights of disappointing theatre, mediocre comedy and numerous ‘free’ displays of entertainment so far this month.



Too Many Cookes

By Karen Dorrat • Jun 23rd, 2011 • Category: jrbig, long players

An experiment in music journalism for 4 year olds. A risky business at the best of times. Is Mick Cooke really ready for his harshest critic yet? How will the standard of critique compare to ITM? usual standards?



Star Wheel Press

By Karen Dorrat • Apr 17th, 2011 • Category: jrwee, short players

Each album cover is hand printed using letterpress and woodcuts and it’s this attention to detail that has served Star Wheel Press well in their first ventures to the market, bringing a unique twist on alternative folk music.



Dananananaykroyd / Kid Adrift / Flashguns

By Karen Dorrat • Mar 5th, 2011 • Category: gigs, jrgigs

Trying to write an honest interview whilst still maintaining that elusive sense of ITM? cool… Sorry Flashguns, I was too busy getting caught up in a faux-burlesque night at Fat Sams to see your full set, sad but true.