Totally Fuzzy — rastronomicals said... A consideration of the single live album, the addition of crowd noise into the mix of live albums in general, and an evaluation of '70's shred guitar master Frank Marino. All at La Historia de la Musica Rock, how does he fit it... more info

Guardian Music — Last week, it was music set in ale houses. This time we want your favourite songs about people performing songs. Merchandise will be available afterwardsThe statistics are clear, the pub is in decline. Faced with fierce competition from supermarkets ... more info

Totally Fuzzy — Bruxa do Vinil said... Olivia Hime - Máscara (1983) Feat: Céu da Boca - coro Francis Hime - piano Yamaha, piano, voice Celso Woltzenlogel - flute Paulo Guimarães - flute Marçal - percussion Chiquinho do Acordeon - accordion Edmundo Maci... more info

Guardian Music — The Glasgow club scene is being revved up again by a new musical collective gunning for London's crown as the UK's dance capital"Signing the best artists from around the UK and the world is definitely part of our plan for expansion," Richard Chater i... more info

The Vinyl Villain — I feel I really do have to ask the question after seeing him at three different places in recent weeks.Firstly, he was standing right next to me at the upstairs bar at the Captains Rest in Glasgow on the night I went along there to catch Shearwater ... more info

Guardian Music — Metal monoliths among the many artists celebrating Record Store Day 2010 with limited-edition vinyl releasesA limited-edition 7" featuring songs by Black Sabbath and Metallica is among the treasures announced for Record Store Day 2010. Special vinyl ... more info

The Vinyl Villain — While fannying around on the PC tonight drafting up blog posts for the days that lie ahead, a very welcome email hit the Inbox:-It's been a long time since we did a mail-out, but at least when we do it's something special. Besides all the usual news ... more info

The Vinyl Villain — As much as I love the solo output from Aidan Moffat and Malcolm Middleton, I really do miss Arab Strap.The good news is that as part of the Chemikal Underground 15th anniversary celebrations, a box set of Arab Strap material is about to be released ... more info

Guardian Music — The prolific frontman is teaming up with members of REM and Belle and Sebastian for a 'country-tinged' album, before turning his attention to a 'crazy-ass' take on LCD SoundsystemGary Lightbody has begun work on two new musical projects, one "country... more info

The Vinyl Villain — Up until now, I've been quite specific with my recommendations and ideas for Xmas gifts for yourself or passing on to others. Today I'm being a bit looser in that I want you to take a look at the on-line offers from Scotland's best and most creative ... more info