Bruce Nicholson
@frontiervinyl.bsky.social
Freelance editor; REM, Blondie, Vangelis, lots of sci-fi, Doctor Who, Tripods, children's literature; Doctor Who Appreciation Society Annual editor; allotmenter; tomato crisps...
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It's so amazing to see so much love for Emergency Third Rail Power Trip by the Rain Parade.
It's so amazing to see so much love for Emergency Third Rail Power Trip by the Rain Parade.
October 24, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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It's so amazing to see so much love for Emergency Third Rail Power Trip by the Rain Parade.
It's so amazing to see so much love for Emergency Third Rail Power Trip by the Rain Parade.
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MUST READ! In the latest CST blog about the damaging changes going on at the BBC Written Archives Centre, @marklewisohn.bsky.social delivers his cri de cœur squarely at those who came up with or are signing-off on this policy shift. Please read and share widely.
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DEFENDING THE WAC: MARK LEWISOHN LOOKS AT WHY RENEWED APPRECIATION IS URGENTLY REQUIRED
I was asked to write an op-ed piece saying why I think the BBC’s Written Archives Centre (WAC) is a unique and brilliant resource, which I can do because it’s both – and why, therefore…
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October 24, 2025 at 11:44 AM
MUST READ! In the latest CST blog about the damaging changes going on at the BBC Written Archives Centre, @marklewisohn.bsky.social delivers his cri de cœur squarely at those who came up with or are signing-off on this policy shift. Please read and share widely.
cstonline.net/defending-th...
cstonline.net/defending-th...
Just reading that Dave Ball, Soft Cell music maestro and much more, has passed away. This is very sad news.
October 23, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Just reading that Dave Ball, Soft Cell music maestro and much more, has passed away. This is very sad news.
@nportnell.bsky.social Resident Records have Double Nickels on the Dime in stock if you are still looking for it
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Double Nickels On The Dime by Minutemen - Resident Music
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October 23, 2025 at 12:24 PM
@nportnell.bsky.social Resident Records have Double Nickels on the Dime in stock if you are still looking for it
www.resident-music.com/product/minu...
www.resident-music.com/product/minu...
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If you're a #DoctorWho fan who cares about sensitive video restoration that preserves the integrity of the original images, and is concerned about the introduction of unintended artefacts from the use of AI, please watch this short video, share widely and discuss.
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A.I. - is it worth it?
YouTube video by Pip Madeley
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October 22, 2025 at 6:08 AM
If you're a #DoctorWho fan who cares about sensitive video restoration that preserves the integrity of the original images, and is concerned about the introduction of unintended artefacts from the use of AI, please watch this short video, share widely and discuss.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=24hw...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=24hw...
Dr Who and the Turgids.
October 19, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Dr Who and the Turgids.
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I've got lots of artwork in this..! Lots of 5th Doctor goodness in the Celestial Toyroom 2026 Annual, available 23rd November! 😁
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Doctor Who Appreciation Society’s Celestial Toyroom Annual 2026 set to materialise on 23rd November
The Fifth Doctor in the spotlight in this annual treat
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October 18, 2025 at 9:48 AM
I've got lots of artwork in this..! Lots of 5th Doctor goodness in the Celestial Toyroom 2026 Annual, available 23rd November! 😁
downthetubes.net/doctor-who-a...
downthetubes.net/doctor-who-a...
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The Doctor Who Appreciation Society (DWAS) will publish the tenth in our series of Annuals on 23rd November. Like previous editions which looked at a specific Doctor’s era, the 2026 Annual will celebrate the Fifth Doctor.
October 13, 2025 at 1:31 PM
The Doctor Who Appreciation Society (DWAS) will publish the tenth in our series of Annuals on 23rd November. Like previous editions which looked at a specific Doctor’s era, the 2026 Annual will celebrate the Fifth Doctor.
News of the upcoming Celestial Toyroom Annual 2026 from the @dwasonline.bsky.social
The Doctor Who Appreciation Society (DWAS) will publish the tenth Celestial Toyroom Annual on 23rd November 2025, a celebration of the Fifth Doctor, played on screen by Peter…
https://downthetubes.net/doctor-who-appreciation-societys-celestial-toyroom-annual-2026-set-to-materialise-on-23d-november/
https://downthetubes.net/doctor-who-appreciation-societys-celestial-toyroom-annual-2026-set-to-materialise-on-23d-november/
October 13, 2025 at 11:03 AM
News of the upcoming Celestial Toyroom Annual 2026 from the @dwasonline.bsky.social
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The Doctor Who Appreciation Society (DWAS) will publish the tenth Celestial Toyroom Annual on 23rd November 2025, a celebration of the Fifth Doctor, played on screen by Peter…
https://downthetubes.net/doctor-who-appreciation-societys-celestial-toyroom-annual-2026-set-to-materialise-on-23d-november/
https://downthetubes.net/doctor-who-appreciation-societys-celestial-toyroom-annual-2026-set-to-materialise-on-23d-november/
October 13, 2025 at 10:50 AM
The Doctor Who Appreciation Society (DWAS) will publish the tenth Celestial Toyroom Annual on 23rd November 2025, a celebration of the Fifth Doctor, played on screen by Peter…
https://downthetubes.net/doctor-who-appreciation-societys-celestial-toyroom-annual-2026-set-to-materialise-on-23d-november/
https://downthetubes.net/doctor-who-appreciation-societys-celestial-toyroom-annual-2026-set-to-materialise-on-23d-november/
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I've made a special landing page for my various book projects...
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Books by Alex Storer
Artist, musician and writer Alex Storer's lifelong passions for Doctor Who and music converge across a series of richly illustrated and insightful books; each a celebration of fandom, artistry, and st...
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August 26, 2025 at 5:20 PM
I've made a special landing page for my various book projects...
alexstorer.carrd.co
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We’re delighted that one of the loveliest people in the Whoniverse has agreed to join us again next May. Robert Shearman is the next confirmed guest for The Capitol Fifty Years of DWAS.
To book tickets please visit: www.dwasonline.co.uk/thecapitol
To book tickets please visit: www.dwasonline.co.uk/thecapitol
October 1, 2025 at 5:05 PM
We’re delighted that one of the loveliest people in the Whoniverse has agreed to join us again next May. Robert Shearman is the next confirmed guest for The Capitol Fifty Years of DWAS.
To book tickets please visit: www.dwasonline.co.uk/thecapitol
To book tickets please visit: www.dwasonline.co.uk/thecapitol
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It’s a wrap.
In lieu of the usual type of monograph conclusion, herewith a few general thanks, notes, and a touch of gap-filling.
#DoctorWho
#TerrorOfTheZygons
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In lieu of the usual type of monograph conclusion, herewith a few general thanks, notes, and a touch of gap-filling.
#DoctorWho
#TerrorOfTheZygons
ko-fi.com/post/Terror-...
September 24, 2025 at 8:29 AM
It’s a wrap.
In lieu of the usual type of monograph conclusion, herewith a few general thanks, notes, and a touch of gap-filling.
#DoctorWho
#TerrorOfTheZygons
ko-fi.com/post/Terror-...
In lieu of the usual type of monograph conclusion, herewith a few general thanks, notes, and a touch of gap-filling.
#DoctorWho
#TerrorOfTheZygons
ko-fi.com/post/Terror-...
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The Roxy Hotel presents Clem Burke Photographed by Chris Stein, a pop-up exhibition on view September 20, 2025–January 6, 2026, featuring intimate portraits of Blondie’s legendary drummer by his bandmate and co-founder, Chris Stein.
Illustration by Mike King.
Illustration by Mike King.
September 23, 2025 at 8:13 PM
The Roxy Hotel presents Clem Burke Photographed by Chris Stein, a pop-up exhibition on view September 20, 2025–January 6, 2026, featuring intimate portraits of Blondie’s legendary drummer by his bandmate and co-founder, Chris Stein.
Illustration by Mike King.
Illustration by Mike King.
Started watching this. Not seen it since a young lad. The memory does cheat a bit.
The first episode is a bumper 75 minutes, covering Logan and Jessica's escape, finding a hovercraft type vehicle in the ruins of Washington, an encounter with some human survivors in an underground bunker, another
The first episode is a bumper 75 minutes, covering Logan and Jessica's escape, finding a hovercraft type vehicle in the ruins of Washington, an encounter with some human survivors in an underground bunker, another
September 21, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Started watching this. Not seen it since a young lad. The memory does cheat a bit.
The first episode is a bumper 75 minutes, covering Logan and Jessica's escape, finding a hovercraft type vehicle in the ruins of Washington, an encounter with some human survivors in an underground bunker, another
The first episode is a bumper 75 minutes, covering Logan and Jessica's escape, finding a hovercraft type vehicle in the ruins of Washington, an encounter with some human survivors in an underground bunker, another
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🎵 "It won't be easy…" 🎵 Above the Law: The Unofficial Guide to Star Cops is getting a reprint and will be available later this month. Order now from tenacrefilms.bigcartel.com
September 15, 2025 at 1:16 PM
🎵 "It won't be easy…" 🎵 Above the Law: The Unofficial Guide to Star Cops is getting a reprint and will be available later this month. Order now from tenacrefilms.bigcartel.com
Sad news about Stephen Luscombe of Blancmange. They were a very classy duo and did a host of excellent songs. Sadly Stephen had to leave after Blanc Burn in 2011. Condolences to his family, friends and Neil Arthur.
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Blancmange - Waves (Official Video)
YouTube video by Blancmange
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September 14, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Sad news about Stephen Luscombe of Blancmange. They were a very classy duo and did a host of excellent songs. Sadly Stephen had to leave after Blanc Burn in 2011. Condolences to his family, friends and Neil Arthur.
youtu.be/Cvb8m8Trh8c?...
youtu.be/Cvb8m8Trh8c?...
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We’re pleased to announce that Richard Marson’s long-awaited history of BBC Children’s TV will be published on November 17 in trade paperback and a collector’s hardback, limited to 300 copies.
Order Box of Delights: The Story of BBC Children’s Television now from tenacrefilms.bigcartel.com
Order Box of Delights: The Story of BBC Children’s Television now from tenacrefilms.bigcartel.com
September 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
We’re pleased to announce that Richard Marson’s long-awaited history of BBC Children’s TV will be published on November 17 in trade paperback and a collector’s hardback, limited to 300 copies.
Order Box of Delights: The Story of BBC Children’s Television now from tenacrefilms.bigcartel.com
Order Box of Delights: The Story of BBC Children’s Television now from tenacrefilms.bigcartel.com
To celebrate Breakaway day, here are my musings about what was in the chart on that fatal day in 1990
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13th September 2024
Who says they had a rubbish a week at work this week? Almost everyone? Cheer up, it could be worse – you could be one of the crew of Moonbase Alpha, who on this day in 1999, found that the stockpil…
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September 13, 2025 at 8:11 AM
To celebrate Breakaway day, here are my musings about what was in the chart on that fatal day in 1990
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letschangetheworldwithmusic.wordpress.com/2014/09/12/1...
Kind of cool this is announced two days before the 40th anniversary of one of Husker Du's most celebrated live shows which to date has found its way to about 20 different bootlegs - 'Lynndales Burning', 1st Ave, 28/08/85. Even better recordings on this - exciting.
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1985: The Miracle Year
Hüsker Dü. Live. 1985. Need we say more? Witness the transcendent Minneapolis punk trio tearing into the most incendiary year of its existence, captured live on stage at First Avenue in perhaps the hi...
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August 26, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Kind of cool this is announced two days before the 40th anniversary of one of Husker Du's most celebrated live shows which to date has found its way to about 20 different bootlegs - 'Lynndales Burning', 1st Ave, 28/08/85. Even better recordings on this - exciting.
numerogroup.com/products/198...
numerogroup.com/products/198...