John Doran
@jahduran.bsky.social
Co-founder/Editor of theQuietus
Co-founder of Acid Horse
Writer/Editor
Anti-Fascist
Emile thanks you
Co-founder of Acid Horse
Writer/Editor
Anti-Fascist
Emile thanks you
The death of Elvis Presley.
1. What was the first major news story you remember as a child?
November 27, 2025 at 10:26 PM
The death of Elvis Presley.
This is the real deal: one of the albums of the year.
'Captures a rare moment in which utterly singular musical minds from two different eras manage to meet one another on the same sonic plane - the musical equivalent of a total eclipse'
FRKWYS Vol. 18: Extended Field by #ArnoldDreyblatt & #HorseLords is tQ's Album of the Week
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FRKWYS Vol. 18: Extended Field by #ArnoldDreyblatt & #HorseLords is tQ's Album of the Week
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November 27, 2025 at 3:04 PM
This is the real deal: one of the albums of the year.
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In the fiftieth Organic Intelligence, Anu Shukla explores the influence of Bappi Lahiri on Indian music both at home and as an inspiration to British Asian artists including M.I.A.
Organic Intelligence L: The Legacy of #Bollywood Disco Legend, #BappiLahiri
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Organic Intelligence L: The Legacy of #Bollywood Disco Legend, #BappiLahiri
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November 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In the fiftieth Organic Intelligence, Anu Shukla explores the influence of Bappi Lahiri on Indian music both at home and as an inspiration to British Asian artists including M.I.A.
Organic Intelligence L: The Legacy of #Bollywood Disco Legend, #BappiLahiri
buff.ly/FlBG7lg
Organic Intelligence L: The Legacy of #Bollywood Disco Legend, #BappiLahiri
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Mensch John Higgs has written us a guide to David Lynch and moving images: short films, movies, TV shows, appearances on the small screen etc.
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The Strange World Of... David Lynch | The Quietus
Ahead of his new book Lynchian, John Higgs selects ten of David Lynch's best movies, short films, series and television appearances.
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November 27, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Mensch John Higgs has written us a guide to David Lynch and moving images: short films, movies, TV shows, appearances on the small screen etc.
thequietus.com/interviews/s...
thequietus.com/interviews/s...
Gaspar Noé’s Dude, Where’s My Car?
If you were a despotic president, what movie would you force Hollywood to make? I want to see Quentin's Star Trek movie or maybe Kill Bill Vol 3.
November 26, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Gaspar Noé’s Dude, Where’s My Car?
These guys!
Here's a really lovely piece of music for your bright wintery afternoon – James Holden and Wacław Zimpel's joyously burbling set from this year's MUTEK festival, now streaming on @thequietus.com
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Listen to James Holden & Wacław Zimpel at MUTEK 2025 | The Quietus
Regular readers of tQ might remember that our friends at MUTEK helpfully had someone handy with a tape recorder to capture Factory Floor’s comeback set at the 2024 edition of the festival. Well, we’re...
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November 26, 2025 at 2:53 PM
These guys!
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Pink Flamingos (1972)
November 26, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Pink Flamingos (1972)
This petition asking for a public inquiry into Russian interference into UK politics already has over half the signatures it needs.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Petition: Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy
We are concerned about reported efforts from Russia to influence democracy in the US, UK, Europe and elsewhere. We believe we must establish the depth and breadth of possible Russian influence campaig...
petition.parliament.uk
November 26, 2025 at 7:21 AM
This petition asking for a public inquiry into Russian interference into UK politics already has over half the signatures it needs.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
NOMEANSNO
will
reform
will
reform
The first 3 words you see will define your 2026.
Boyfriend
Job
Moneyass
Boyfriend
Job
Moneyass
November 25, 2025 at 7:52 PM
NOMEANSNO
will
reform
will
reform
News coming this week...
November 25, 2025 at 11:31 AM
News coming this week...
Daniel Dylan Wray reports back from last night's My Bloody Valentine gig in Manchester which became a tribute to Mani... but also a demonstration of the healing powers of noise and volume.
l1nk in thared
l1nk in thared
November 25, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Daniel Dylan Wray reports back from last night's My Bloody Valentine gig in Manchester which became a tribute to Mani... but also a demonstration of the healing powers of noise and volume.
l1nk in thared
l1nk in thared
Jimmy Cliff had one of the sweetest voices in popular music of all time.
It was a pleasure to speak to him a dozen years ago for this profile. Rest in peace sir.
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It was a pleasure to speak to him a dozen years ago for this profile. Rest in peace sir.
thequietus.com/interviews/j...
Many Rivers Crossed: Jimmy Cliff Interviewed | The Quietus
Jimmy Cliff was born James Chambers on April’s Fool’s Day, 1948 in the Somerton District of St. James near Montego Bay, Jamaica. He reputedly chose the stage name Cliff to reflect the heights he inten...
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November 24, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Jimmy Cliff had one of the sweetest voices in popular music of all time.
It was a pleasure to speak to him a dozen years ago for this profile. Rest in peace sir.
thequietus.com/interviews/j...
It was a pleasure to speak to him a dozen years ago for this profile. Rest in peace sir.
thequietus.com/interviews/j...
Jude Rogers tracks down crew members on EDGE OF DARKNESS and ponders why it makes so much sense today.
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Why Edge Of Darkness makes so much sense in 2025 | The Quietus
Judge Rogers speaks to several key members of the team who made the ecologically-minded thriller for the BBC
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November 24, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Jude Rogers tracks down crew members on EDGE OF DARKNESS and ponders why it makes so much sense today.
thequietus.com/opinion-and-...
thequietus.com/opinion-and-...
I prefer neuro-fancy John tbh but *grits teeth* sure. Whatever.
November 23, 2025 at 2:08 PM
I prefer neuro-fancy John tbh but *grits teeth* sure. Whatever.
It's the honest truth!
Getting absolutely mangled in a pirate ship with @jahduran.bsky.social after Throbbing Gristle at Pontins Camber Sands during ATP 2004 led to us reinforcing that we’re top pals and then starting @thequietus.com, without which I would now be working in admin. An argument against clean living!
What’s the lore behind choosing your career path ?
November 23, 2025 at 10:47 AM
It's the honest truth!
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'#TheStoneRoses were built on Mani’s tiptoe-light touch – something delicate but propulsive, an anti-rock energy that had heart, and was dreaming of something, borne of an internal rhythm and beauty that burnt a trail from itself outwards.'
Remembering Mani, by Gordon Moakes
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Remembering Mani, by Gordon Moakes
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November 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
'#TheStoneRoses were built on Mani’s tiptoe-light touch – something delicate but propulsive, an anti-rock energy that had heart, and was dreaming of something, borne of an internal rhythm and beauty that burnt a trail from itself outwards.'
Remembering Mani, by Gordon Moakes
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Remembering Mani, by Gordon Moakes
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I will, by voting green, you fucking meff.
Judge me at next election, Keir Starmer tells doubters
Judge me at next election, Keir Starmer tells doubters
The PM tells the BBC he has made "good steps" on the cost-of-living but it will take time to turn the country around.
www.bbc.com
November 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM
I will, by voting green, you fucking meff.
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Didn’t get chance to properly post yesterday, as a bit full on, but I have written a book. On the history of music in Sheffield. Out in May via the excellent @whiterabbitbks.bsky.social. Pre-order available now and full PR spiel here. Thanks for the love so far
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www.thebookseller.com/rights/white...
White Rabbit signs 'definitive, immersive' history of Sheffield's music scene in four-way auction
White Rabbit has acquired music and culture writer Daniel Dylan Wray’s Groovy, Laidback and Nasty, a history of Sheffield music told through the city’s independent artists, scenes and spirit.
www.thebookseller.com
November 21, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Didn’t get chance to properly post yesterday, as a bit full on, but I have written a book. On the history of music in Sheffield. Out in May via the excellent @whiterabbitbks.bsky.social. Pre-order available now and full PR spiel here. Thanks for the love so far
www.thebookseller.com/rights/white...
www.thebookseller.com/rights/white...
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Our Strange World of Early #CabaretVoltaire piece now comes with an exclusive playlist of deep cuts from the band's career
Become a Quietus Subscriber Plus tier member for access (to this and many other wonderful perks):
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Become a Quietus Subscriber Plus tier member for access (to this and many other wonderful perks):
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November 20, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Our Strange World of Early #CabaretVoltaire piece now comes with an exclusive playlist of deep cuts from the band's career
Become a Quietus Subscriber Plus tier member for access (to this and many other wonderful perks):
buff.ly/GphQnBX
Become a Quietus Subscriber Plus tier member for access (to this and many other wonderful perks):
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Angel of Death!
Monarch to the kingdom of the dead!
Infamous! Butcher!
Monarch to the kingdom of the dead!
Infamous! Butcher!
November 20, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Angel of Death!
Monarch to the kingdom of the dead!
Infamous! Butcher!
Monarch to the kingdom of the dead!
Infamous! Butcher!
Reposted by John Doran
Here’s the best piece of writing on The Stones Roses thequietus.com/opinion-and-...
Tear Gas And Hip Hop: A Different View Of The Stone Roses' Debut | The Quietus
Before you read on, we have a favour to ask of you. If you enjoy this feature and are currently OK for money, can you consider sparing us the price of a pint or a couple of cups of fancy coffee. A ris...
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November 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Here’s the best piece of writing on The Stones Roses thequietus.com/opinion-and-...
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November 20, 2025 at 4:52 PM