Super Hans Alive at Concorde 2 - Big Beats are Best!

Matt King, best known for playing the character "Super Hans" in hit TV show "Peep Show" has taken to the stage with a DJ Set in character as Super Hans to prove to the nation that big beats truly are best. 

Photo credit : Will Bill (www.trasharts.co.uk)

Joined on stage by a maraca wielding, poncho clad friend who is "definitely not a drug dealer", King brings us a range of classics guaranteed to get any crowd going. Featuring tracks from the late Bowie, Michael Jackson - even a bit of Stone Roses for good measure - we are transported on a musical tour of the past forty or so years. The show feels a lot like watching something from a live episode of Peep Show with King staying in character throughout, reassuring us with his encore that the longer the note, indeed the bigger the dread.

Concorde 2 was packed out, with the majority of people more than willing to throw themselves into the experience and have a good dance (some maybe a little too willing but it wouldn't be Brighton without someone rushing the stage or needing to be pulled out the crowd by security). I also wouldn't have expected a moshpit at a Super Hans show but hey, I'm always down for that!

Whether you're a fan of Peep Show, dance classics, or just a damn good night out this is probably the show for you. Super Hans Alive is touring the country for the rest of October with tickets still currently available for all of the shows. 

Five Songs For Wednesday

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1. Otherkin - AY AY 

 As the name of the track suggests, AY AY is a great, rowdy, fun song. Otherkin are a Dublin based band who create punchy, catchy music and I am a huge fan. This track features a great guitar solo and it is clear that there is a lot of talent in this band. I particularly love the abrupt ending to this song, reminds me very much of the moment a song cuts out at a live gig and you take a few moments to regain composure.


2. Cinema Car - Transformer

I think I first heard this track when it was featured on The Inbetweeners. I was somewhat surprised when it showed up on Spotify to discover that the lyrics are "Cinema Car" and not "Sit in my car" as I first thought... It's an addictive song with a great catchy beat and I look forward to exploring the rest of Transformer's music.





3. Reverend And The Makers - He Said He Loved Me

I got the chance to see Reverend and the Makers play at a fairly spontaneous and intimate gig back in 2010, they were great fun to see and so friendly when I had a chat with them afterwards. They are still making new music and currently touring, but I have to say I am a bigger fan of their older classics. "He Said He Loved Me" is a relateable (for me anyway) song with a fantastically weird video. I am always a sucker for a nice, odd music video.




4. Bad Sounds - Wages

"Wages" is the latest release from one of my current favourite bands. My housemates are overjoyed to have something other than the two previously released tracks playing in our house on repeat (sorry guys). I can't wait to see what else they are going to do. "Wages" has the same indie/pop vibe as Bad Sounds' previous tracks, whilst also being pretty relateable for all us terrible, horrible millenials. Bad Sounds are currently touring with Rat Boy, as well as doing a few of their own headline shows - fingers crossed they come down to Brighton sometime soon!



5. Pixies - Where Is My Mind

Finally this Wednesday I thought I'd go with one of the best songs ever written. Pixies are such an excellent band. Where is my Mind is an excellent song. Listen and be happy. 





Have a great Wednesday! (Mostly proud of myself for actually posting this on the correct day for once)

Brighton's Alternative Great Escape Festival at Mesmerist

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As a nice surprise this weekend, while an old friend was in town, I got to go and enjoy Brighton's Great Escape Festival! The festival showcases fantastic new artists, most of which are likely to be really successful in the near future. Admittedly I only made it to one venue - which was part of the alternative great escape - but I still saw some great acts that I'd love to go and see again!

1. Bad Sounds - I Feel

I think this was the fastest I've ever fallen in love with a band. Their stage presence was amazing, all so lively and seemed to really be enjoying themselves which always makes you enjoy yourself too! They are such a great band to see live and I would really urge you to go if you get a chance. They each have their own quirky fashion sense, paired with super catchy, excellent music - what's not to love? This is probably my favourite track from the few available on spotify and soundcloud, I can't wait for them to upload more.

2. Sam Sure - Catching Feelings

Watching Sam Sure perform is quite frankly lovely, He gives off a really friendly vibe, and sings about very relateable issues. This track in particular is very catchy, again I would definitely recommend going to see him perform if you get the chance. 

3. SKIES - Leave Me

SKIES are a fantastic duo from very close to my hometown in Kent. Alie has a fantastic voice and the lyrics are beautifully thought provoking. A husband and wife duo, the chemistry between Alie and Jericho is obvious and creates a lovely atmosphere. They know how to provoke a laugh from the crowd, all round a great band to get listening to!

4. Blaenavon - Into The Night 

I didn't get a chance to see Blaenavon, but this is my favourite track from them that I've found online. A friend of mine got to see them and felt they should be featured! She loved the energy of their performance and thought the lyrics and musicianship were fantastic. 

5. Bad Sounds - Avalanche

Another one from Bad Sounds, but honestly I've not stopped listening since I saw them. I don't think I've ever been so keen to make sure I grabbed one of them and found out where to listen online. 

I had a really great time and I'm definitely going to make sure I go again, but see more this time! It's always nice to find new music and new bands to listen to, and good to do it whilst you've got a chance to meet the members and chat to them about their music. Everyone I met this weekend was lovely and very genuine and I can't wait to do it all again.

It's particularly important to note that all the images used and videos linked to are property of the artists who made them.

My trip to the Angel Food Kitchen!

For my most recent birthday I got to take a cupcake course at the Angel Food Kitchen in Brighton! It was such a fantastic day and I learnt so many skills that I've used plenty of times since.

It was a two hour course, run by such a friendly and helpful lady in the most gorgeous kitchen. As there were only five of us taking the class there were plenty of opportunities to get one on one assistance with some of the trickier skills, like the palette knife swirl (which I am still yet to master)!

We got to play around in a candy dream land, with jars full of sweets and sprinkles, sugarcraft moulds galore, enormous bowls of frosting and twelve cupcakes to get creative with! I have to say, I'm quite proud of the end result!

They were beyond delicious and I would absolutely recommend the course to anyone and everyone. Beginners and experts alike.

Have you had any experiences with similar courses? I'd love to hear about it.

CB x