Andy Alcock
@andyalcock.bsky.social
Music lover, #VinylSanta, charity shop raider.
And films, I like films too.
Love a bargain.
And films, I like films too.
Love a bargain.
Huge thanks to my #VinylSanta. A seasonal haul and an intriguing, electic mix of records. Investigatory listening shall commence immediately. Merry Christmas Everyone (not my words, the words of Shakin' Stevens)
December 24, 2024 at 7:34 PM
Huge thanks to my #VinylSanta. A seasonal haul and an intriguing, electic mix of records. Investigatory listening shall commence immediately. Merry Christmas Everyone (not my words, the words of Shakin' Stevens)
Apologies for the delay with the obligatory photo, this arrived last week at the same time as a bunch of other parcels and has only emerged during this morning's wrapping session. #VinylSanta
December 23, 2024 at 11:22 AM
Apologies for the delay with the obligatory photo, this arrived last week at the same time as a bunch of other parcels and has only emerged during this morning's wrapping session. #VinylSanta
I took this photo nine years ago today. It may be the best photo I have ever taken. That beautiful woman with the stunning smile looking all joyful (and triumphant?) is my wife, Lisa. I try and make that smile appear as many times as I can every day.
December 20, 2024 at 11:34 PM
I took this photo nine years ago today. It may be the best photo I have ever taken. That beautiful woman with the stunning smile looking all joyful (and triumphant?) is my wife, Lisa. I try and make that smile appear as many times as I can every day.
#Novelty5Xmas
Oi To The World
The Vandals
A festive fight fuelled by racial tension is quelled by the power of Christmas, so the participants head to the pub.
youtu.be/oo4gEPiKm3w?...
Oi To The World
The Vandals
A festive fight fuelled by racial tension is quelled by the power of Christmas, so the participants head to the pub.
youtu.be/oo4gEPiKm3w?...
Oi To The World!
YouTube video by The Vandals - Topic
youtu.be
December 16, 2024 at 8:00 AM
#Novelty5Xmas
Oi To The World
The Vandals
A festive fight fuelled by racial tension is quelled by the power of Christmas, so the participants head to the pub.
youtu.be/oo4gEPiKm3w?...
Oi To The World
The Vandals
A festive fight fuelled by racial tension is quelled by the power of Christmas, so the participants head to the pub.
youtu.be/oo4gEPiKm3w?...
Bad news for Level 42 and China Crisis. Good news for Mark who has replaced [redacted] in Mel's affections.
December 14, 2024 at 11:20 AM
Bad news for Level 42 and China Crisis. Good news for Mark who has replaced [redacted] in Mel's affections.
Right then, let's see what my #VinylSanta recipient is going to end up with.
November 30, 2024 at 10:36 AM
Right then, let's see what my #VinylSanta recipient is going to end up with.
If I had any way of playing this, I would absolutely be buying it.
November 30, 2024 at 10:11 AM
If I had any way of playing this, I would absolutely be buying it.
Listening to my #UncoolTwo50 playlist this morning. It's brilliant. Well done, me.
open.spotify.com/playlist/6Ue...
open.spotify.com/playlist/6Ue...
UncoolTwo50
Playlist · AndyAlcock · 50 items
open.spotify.com
November 28, 2024 at 9:18 AM
Listening to my #UncoolTwo50 playlist this morning. It's brilliant. Well done, me.
open.spotify.com/playlist/6Ue...
open.spotify.com/playlist/6Ue...
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An interesting way to help people visualize what a ruin used to be.
November 26, 2024 at 11:54 AM
An interesting way to help people visualize what a ruin used to be.
Latest #VinylSanta trip cancelled due to weather-induced bus issues (the main issue being no guarantee of getting out of or, more importantly, back into the village). But as the weather is the best kind of weather I don't mind.
November 23, 2024 at 11:32 AM
Latest #VinylSanta trip cancelled due to weather-induced bus issues (the main issue being no guarantee of getting out of or, more importantly, back into the village). But as the weather is the best kind of weather I don't mind.
Can anyone find out anything about this 7"? Picked it up cheap, couldn't see anything online about it, but it says skank music, which was enough for me. A couple of decent 80's ska tracks, singer seems to have a midlands accent (although I am terrible at placing accents).
November 19, 2024 at 10:51 AM
Can anyone find out anything about this 7"? Picked it up cheap, couldn't see anything online about it, but it says skank music, which was enough for me. A couple of decent 80's ska tracks, singer seems to have a midlands accent (although I am terrible at placing accents).
#UncoolTwo50 Day 50
Justified & Ancient (Stand By The JAMS)
KLF feat. Tammy Wynette
1991
I have a theory that no-one dislikes this song. It is the Bob Mortimer of songs. There's something for everyone. Dance beat. Catchy pop hook. Rap/Hip-hop. Guitar riff. Tammy. Banger.
youtu.be/XP5oHL3zBDg?...
Justified & Ancient (Stand By The JAMS)
KLF feat. Tammy Wynette
1991
I have a theory that no-one dislikes this song. It is the Bob Mortimer of songs. There's something for everyone. Dance beat. Catchy pop hook. Rap/Hip-hop. Guitar riff. Tammy. Banger.
youtu.be/XP5oHL3zBDg?...
The KLF - Justified & Ancient (Official Video)
YouTube video by KLF
youtu.be
November 19, 2024 at 9:05 AM
#UncoolTwo50 Day 50
Justified & Ancient (Stand By The JAMS)
KLF feat. Tammy Wynette
1991
I have a theory that no-one dislikes this song. It is the Bob Mortimer of songs. There's something for everyone. Dance beat. Catchy pop hook. Rap/Hip-hop. Guitar riff. Tammy. Banger.
youtu.be/XP5oHL3zBDg?...
Justified & Ancient (Stand By The JAMS)
KLF feat. Tammy Wynette
1991
I have a theory that no-one dislikes this song. It is the Bob Mortimer of songs. There's something for everyone. Dance beat. Catchy pop hook. Rap/Hip-hop. Guitar riff. Tammy. Banger.
youtu.be/XP5oHL3zBDg?...
#UncoolTwo50 Day 49
You Talk Too Much
Sultans Of Ping F.C.
1993
Taken from Casual Sex In The Cineplex, the greatest album of the 90's, this 2-minute blast of anarchic, punky, indie rock always makes me smile.
youtu.be/RaHmolxcFhc?...
You Talk Too Much
Sultans Of Ping F.C.
1993
Taken from Casual Sex In The Cineplex, the greatest album of the 90's, this 2-minute blast of anarchic, punky, indie rock always makes me smile.
youtu.be/RaHmolxcFhc?...
Sultans Of Ping F.C. - You Talk Too Much
YouTube video by SultansOfPingFCVEVO
youtu.be
November 18, 2024 at 1:47 PM
#UncoolTwo50 Day 49
You Talk Too Much
Sultans Of Ping F.C.
1993
Taken from Casual Sex In The Cineplex, the greatest album of the 90's, this 2-minute blast of anarchic, punky, indie rock always makes me smile.
youtu.be/RaHmolxcFhc?...
You Talk Too Much
Sultans Of Ping F.C.
1993
Taken from Casual Sex In The Cineplex, the greatest album of the 90's, this 2-minute blast of anarchic, punky, indie rock always makes me smile.
youtu.be/RaHmolxcFhc?...
#UncoolTwo50 Day 48
Sunshine On Leith
The Proclaimers
1988
It's just beautiful, isn't it?
youtu.be/Iesps9w4HFw?...
Sunshine On Leith
The Proclaimers
1988
It's just beautiful, isn't it?
youtu.be/Iesps9w4HFw?...
The Proclaimers - Sunshine On Leith (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by RHINO
youtu.be
November 17, 2024 at 5:39 PM
#UncoolTwo50 Day 48
Sunshine On Leith
The Proclaimers
1988
It's just beautiful, isn't it?
youtu.be/Iesps9w4HFw?...
Sunshine On Leith
The Proclaimers
1988
It's just beautiful, isn't it?
youtu.be/Iesps9w4HFw?...
Another sky photo, another lamppost silhouette. I might make this my trademark. #lamppostsilhouette
November 16, 2024 at 4:20 PM
Another sky photo, another lamppost silhouette. I might make this my trademark. #lamppostsilhouette
#UncoolTwo50 Day 47
Heaven
The Psychedelic Furs
1984
Completing my hat-trick of heaven tunes with this gorgeous bit of mid-80s resplendence. It just edged out Love My Way as my Furs selection.
youtu.be/4G_CAYf-itw?...
Heaven
The Psychedelic Furs
1984
Completing my hat-trick of heaven tunes with this gorgeous bit of mid-80s resplendence. It just edged out Love My Way as my Furs selection.
youtu.be/4G_CAYf-itw?...
The Psychedelic Furs - Heaven (Official Video)
YouTube video by PsychedelicFursVEVO
youtu.be
November 16, 2024 at 2:19 PM
#UncoolTwo50 Day 47
Heaven
The Psychedelic Furs
1984
Completing my hat-trick of heaven tunes with this gorgeous bit of mid-80s resplendence. It just edged out Love My Way as my Furs selection.
youtu.be/4G_CAYf-itw?...
Heaven
The Psychedelic Furs
1984
Completing my hat-trick of heaven tunes with this gorgeous bit of mid-80s resplendence. It just edged out Love My Way as my Furs selection.
youtu.be/4G_CAYf-itw?...
First #VinylSanta shopping trip drew a blank. A minor setback. It's still early.
November 16, 2024 at 1:51 PM
First #VinylSanta shopping trip drew a blank. A minor setback. It's still early.
#UncoolTwo50 Day 46
Just A Girl
No Doubt
1995
I mentioned in a previous post the influence No Doubt have had on me, so it's no surprise to see them pop up again. This time at the punkier end of the ska punk scale.
youtu.be/PHzOOQfhPFg?...
Just A Girl
No Doubt
1995
I mentioned in a previous post the influence No Doubt have had on me, so it's no surprise to see them pop up again. This time at the punkier end of the ska punk scale.
youtu.be/PHzOOQfhPFg?...
No Doubt - Just A Girl
YouTube video by NoDoubtVEVO
youtu.be
November 15, 2024 at 7:50 PM
#UncoolTwo50 Day 46
Just A Girl
No Doubt
1995
I mentioned in a previous post the influence No Doubt have had on me, so it's no surprise to see them pop up again. This time at the punkier end of the ska punk scale.
youtu.be/PHzOOQfhPFg?...
Just A Girl
No Doubt
1995
I mentioned in a previous post the influence No Doubt have had on me, so it's no surprise to see them pop up again. This time at the punkier end of the ska punk scale.
youtu.be/PHzOOQfhPFg?...
Having compiled my giant super research playlist, featuring everything I can find that my #VinylSanta victim enjoys, I have spent most of today listening to it. It seems I am a much bigger fan of one of their favourite genres than I realised.
November 14, 2024 at 5:13 PM
Having compiled my giant super research playlist, featuring everything I can find that my #VinylSanta victim enjoys, I have spent most of today listening to it. It seems I am a much bigger fan of one of their favourite genres than I realised.
#UncoolTwo50 Day 45
The Impression That I Get
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones
1997
A ska punk classic from the late-90s which I can never resist performing a growly singlong to (which has caused some funny looks on the bus).
youtu.be/NIGMUAMevH0?...
The Impression That I Get
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones
1997
A ska punk classic from the late-90s which I can never resist performing a growly singlong to (which has caused some funny looks on the bus).
youtu.be/NIGMUAMevH0?...
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones - The Impression That I Get (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by MightyMightyBossVEVO
youtu.be
November 14, 2024 at 4:39 PM
#UncoolTwo50 Day 45
The Impression That I Get
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones
1997
A ska punk classic from the late-90s which I can never resist performing a growly singlong to (which has caused some funny looks on the bus).
youtu.be/NIGMUAMevH0?...
The Impression That I Get
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones
1997
A ska punk classic from the late-90s which I can never resist performing a growly singlong to (which has caused some funny looks on the bus).
youtu.be/NIGMUAMevH0?...
#UncoolTwo50 Day 44
She's In Parties
Bauhaus
1983
Dark, atmospheric, goth rock brilliance.
youtu.be/Qxqq5vahHKk?...
She's In Parties
Bauhaus
1983
Dark, atmospheric, goth rock brilliance.
youtu.be/Qxqq5vahHKk?...
Bauhaus - She's In Parties
YouTube video by The Arkive
youtu.be
November 13, 2024 at 8:16 PM
#UncoolTwo50 Day 44
She's In Parties
Bauhaus
1983
Dark, atmospheric, goth rock brilliance.
youtu.be/Qxqq5vahHKk?...
She's In Parties
Bauhaus
1983
Dark, atmospheric, goth rock brilliance.
youtu.be/Qxqq5vahHKk?...
Colourful morning sky (with birds).
November 13, 2024 at 7:37 AM
Colourful morning sky (with birds).
This was posted at 16:48.
A lovely person bought a t-shirt at 17:12.
The power of Bluesky.
A lovely person bought a t-shirt at 17:12.
The power of Bluesky.
What's that you've all been asking for - #VinylSanta merch? You're in luck! T-shirts, mugs, masks, duvet covers, all featuring the logo designed by @andyalcock.bsky.social can be obtained via www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/Vi.... Scroll down for full available range.
November 12, 2024 at 7:08 PM
This was posted at 16:48.
A lovely person bought a t-shirt at 17:12.
The power of Bluesky.
A lovely person bought a t-shirt at 17:12.
The power of Bluesky.
Reposted by Andy Alcock
What's that you've all been asking for - #VinylSanta merch? You're in luck! T-shirts, mugs, masks, duvet covers, all featuring the logo designed by @andyalcock.bsky.social can be obtained via www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/Vi.... Scroll down for full available range.
November 12, 2024 at 4:48 PM
What's that you've all been asking for - #VinylSanta merch? You're in luck! T-shirts, mugs, masks, duvet covers, all featuring the logo designed by @andyalcock.bsky.social can be obtained via www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/Vi.... Scroll down for full available range.
#UncoolTwo50 Day 43
Inside Out
Odyssey
1982
Funk with soaring strings. Lyrics full of sadness, yearning and determination. This cheeky performance on TOTP suggesting they know the words could be taken as utter filth.
youtu.be/HrkvzmVrX50?...
Inside Out
Odyssey
1982
Funk with soaring strings. Lyrics full of sadness, yearning and determination. This cheeky performance on TOTP suggesting they know the words could be taken as utter filth.
youtu.be/HrkvzmVrX50?...
Odyssey - Inside Out (TOTP 1982)
YouTube video by Top Of The Pops Redubbed
youtu.be
November 12, 2024 at 8:43 AM
#UncoolTwo50 Day 43
Inside Out
Odyssey
1982
Funk with soaring strings. Lyrics full of sadness, yearning and determination. This cheeky performance on TOTP suggesting they know the words could be taken as utter filth.
youtu.be/HrkvzmVrX50?...
Inside Out
Odyssey
1982
Funk with soaring strings. Lyrics full of sadness, yearning and determination. This cheeky performance on TOTP suggesting they know the words could be taken as utter filth.
youtu.be/HrkvzmVrX50?...