The Freshers Playlist: Musical Comfort and Hangover Recovery
Freshers can be overwhelming even at the best of times. Whilst you’re bound to be making the most of the array of events on offer and meeting amazing new friends,…
Rediscovering gems: the timeless charm of Sade
During the past few months, I, like many, have been in search of musical solace: enter Sade. The captivating Nigerian-born British singer and her eponymous band have provided many moments…
Silky and self-assured: Arlo Parks’ debut album Collapsed inSunbeams is a delight
★★★★ Arlo Parks’ debut album Collapsed in Sunbeams, released on 29th January, is a feast for the ears. The warm, soothing and delicate voice of the 20 year old hailing…
Poem of the week: Yearning for the past in D.H. Lawrence’s ‘Piano’
There is no doubt that 4pm November darkness in Edinburgh is accompanied by a strong desire to hibernate under the duvet whilst yearning for the warmth of home, family and…
Sitting shoulder to shoulder in a room full of strangers: a distant fantasy?
It is difficult to remember the last time live theatre has experienced a blow quite like this and even more difficult to know how long it will be until it…