Nearly 40 hours into Metal Gear Solid V, it’s mad that I’ve found any time to make progress in another game, but the very first Final Fantasy game has managed to steal me away for a good few hours too. Continue reading
Author Archives: Sam Atkins
100 Plays Later: No Way – Lady Gaga
100 Plays Later is a series that is exactly how it sounds. I try to explain how I’ve managed to reach a century of plays on songs you may not even recognise. Or explain what it’s like to listen back to my favourite songs for the 238th time. No Way – Lady Gaga – 119 Plays The … Continue reading
The Final Fantasy: Journey Into The Void (FFV)
I’ve always loved Final Fantasy V. Growing up it was the Pre-Playstation entry that resonated the most with me. Maybe it was the intricate job system? Maybe it was the seemingly simple story next to the rich narrative of FFVI? Either way, I seemed to feel a connection to the game. Continue reading
Deep Cuts: Lady Antebellum
Lady Antebellum have become one of the biggest country acts to break through across the world. I take a look at some of the deep cuts from each of their albums. Continue reading
100 Plays Later: Whatcha Think About That (Urban Club Remix) – Pussycat Dolls
We can all agree that the best PCD records are the ones that feature Melody wailing over the top of the final chorus and the final ‘BABAAYYYY’s on Whatcha Think About That are brilliant insane. Continue reading
Country to Country Festival 2016 – Lineup Predictions
I thought I’d take a look at some of the artists I’m tipping for a place on the bill for Country2Country 2016, with some returning C2C alumni next to some fresh faces. Continue reading
The Final Fantasy: Introduction
I’ve always wanted to say I have completed all 12 of the main series Final Fantasy games so I’m setting myself the task of getting it done in the form of a blog series. Continue reading
Deep Cuts: Rihanna
I remember listening to Rated R, by far RiRi’s greatest album, through a stream on her website while walking somewhere. I had to stop and gather myself when Cold Case Love had finished. This song takes you on a journey. Continue reading
Christina Milian She’s A Diva Tour – Setlist Predictions
Cultural icon, hitmaker, Hollywood superstar, Multi-Grammy Award nominated sensation; you know who I’m talking about. Christina Milian may not be on a world tour, but she definitely should be. Continue reading
Madonna Rebel Heart Tour – Setlist Predictions
I planned this article well before Madge started ‘announcing’ songs from the Rebel Heart Tour over on her Instagram, so far none of which I’ve included in my setlist. Partly a wishlist, partly a prediction, something tells me this would make a great tour for one of the Queen of Pop’s best albums. Continue reading
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