Jo dB
@jodb.bsky.social
Music, books, other stuff.
Idiots, the lot of you.
Idiots, the lot of you.
Why do so many people on social media think we can only hold one thought in our heads at the same time? "Don't be distracted, Farage is still a fascist" etc etc etc
Yes, I'm evolved enough to despise him AND rich entitled scum enabling, facilitating and committing abuse because of love of money.
Yes, I'm evolved enough to despise him AND rich entitled scum enabling, facilitating and committing abuse because of love of money.
February 4, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Why do so many people on social media think we can only hold one thought in our heads at the same time? "Don't be distracted, Farage is still a fascist" etc etc etc
Yes, I'm evolved enough to despise him AND rich entitled scum enabling, facilitating and committing abuse because of love of money.
Yes, I'm evolved enough to despise him AND rich entitled scum enabling, facilitating and committing abuse because of love of money.
I am a fan of both Andy Miller the person and Andy Miller the character and I love the Inventories.
But this is probably my favourite so far. I even had a little weep. And a chuckle. It's really fabulous.
What else can you want from a bit of writing?
But this is probably my favourite so far. I even had a little weep. And a chuckle. It's really fabulous.
What else can you want from a bit of writing?
I went early or late with the Inventory on Blood & Chocolate by Elvis Costello and the Attractions, but it's Wednesday so here it is one last time. Read it via www.patreon.com/backlisted @backlisted.bsky.social for roughly a 45th of the cost of a ticket to his upcoming Radio Soul! 1977-86 tour.
Oh, Andy Miller, you astonish me. You've always said that it's all one song, and Inventory's evolution is proving you right.
It takes courage to ask questions, publicly, that you don't know the answer to. We're so lucky to be invited along, in almost real time, for this adventure.
It takes courage to ask questions, publicly, that you don't know the answer to. We're so lucky to be invited along, in almost real time, for this adventure.
February 4, 2026 at 10:22 AM
I am a fan of both Andy Miller the person and Andy Miller the character and I love the Inventories.
But this is probably my favourite so far. I even had a little weep. And a chuckle. It's really fabulous.
What else can you want from a bit of writing?
But this is probably my favourite so far. I even had a little weep. And a chuckle. It's really fabulous.
What else can you want from a bit of writing?
A lot of “progressive” women on here blaming wives and girlfriends for men’s behaviour.
As per.
As per.
February 3, 2026 at 7:31 PM
A lot of “progressive” women on here blaming wives and girlfriends for men’s behaviour.
As per.
As per.
C'est La Guerre.
I really shouldn’t have to say this, but… don’t put archaeological artifacts in your rectum. 🏺🧪
Frenchman hospitalized after inserting WWI munition up his rear
The shell, unexploded at the time of removal, resulted in the evacuation of the hospital, with an EOD squad called to clear the area.
www.militarytimes.com
February 3, 2026 at 3:35 PM
C'est La Guerre.
Went out in the wind to clear up the paper recycling mess up this street again this morning.
February 3, 2026 at 11:25 AM
Went out in the wind to clear up the paper recycling mess up this street again this morning.
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Just a reminder that although we have some nice dates in the diary I’m still looking for more gigs for Songdog in 2026 across the UK (and beyond). The lineup is cooking on all burners and it’s the best it’s ever been. The lines are OPEN, so don’t be shy, promoters, get in touch!
February 3, 2026 at 11:13 AM
Just a reminder that although we have some nice dates in the diary I’m still looking for more gigs for Songdog in 2026 across the UK (and beyond). The lineup is cooking on all burners and it’s the best it’s ever been. The lines are OPEN, so don’t be shy, promoters, get in touch!
Poor old Peter Mandelson. How many times will he have to resign in disgrace over how many decades before posters spell his name correctly?
February 2, 2026 at 8:27 AM
Poor old Peter Mandelson. How many times will he have to resign in disgrace over how many decades before posters spell his name correctly?
I fucking love Anne Reid: cracking interview here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Screenshot - The Older Woman - BBC Sounds
Ellen and Mark look at what changes when the woman is older in a screen romance.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 31, 2026 at 3:10 PM
I fucking love Anne Reid: cracking interview here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Joel McCrea ❤️
Afternoon off work, went for a walk, ended up in Oxfam Books.
January 30, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Joel McCrea ❤️
Oh, hello 👀.
*rubs both thighs*
*rubs both thighs*
Mark Carney announces new Heated Rivalry star relationship not to be outdone by Trudeau and Katy Perry
January 30, 2026 at 7:53 AM
Oh, hello 👀.
*rubs both thighs*
*rubs both thighs*
Went to a concert last night where one of the pieces was a premiere written by composer born in 2004.
Yes.
Yes.
an elderly woman is sitting in a chair holding a cup and saucer
ALT: an elderly woman is sitting in a chair holding a cup and saucer
media.tenor.com
January 28, 2026 at 8:26 AM
Went to a concert last night where one of the pieces was a premiere written by composer born in 2004.
Yes.
Yes.
I’m sorry, but one of the all-time Boring Composers in the History of Music is objectively funny to me.
It’s obviously wrong and he has no idea who he is, but…
It’s obviously wrong and he has no idea who he is, but…
January 28, 2026 at 8:24 AM
I’m sorry, but one of the all-time Boring Composers in the History of Music is objectively funny to me.
It’s obviously wrong and he has no idea who he is, but…
It’s obviously wrong and he has no idea who he is, but…
Just been outside briefly in the storm to pick up my elderly neighbours’ bins and the content, littered up the street.
January 27, 2026 at 8:24 AM
Just been outside briefly in the storm to pick up my elderly neighbours’ bins and the content, littered up the street.
The film makers are going to be utterly furious that everyone is talking about the film, due on people’s television in a couple of weeks.
They simply didn’t want the publicity, which is why they didn’t unnecessarily give it a very small cinema run.
They simply didn’t want the publicity, which is why they didn’t unnecessarily give it a very small cinema run.
January 27, 2026 at 7:26 AM
The film makers are going to be utterly furious that everyone is talking about the film, due on people’s television in a couple of weeks.
They simply didn’t want the publicity, which is why they didn’t unnecessarily give it a very small cinema run.
They simply didn’t want the publicity, which is why they didn’t unnecessarily give it a very small cinema run.
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For those unfamiliar with Sepp Blatter, you have to be corrupt and bent beyond the laws of physics for him to legitimately occupy the moral high ground against you.
(Or, he’s had a back hander from a company that will make insane £ from cancelled flights, hotels and World Cup tickets)
(Or, he’s had a back hander from a company that will make insane £ from cancelled flights, hotels and World Cup tickets)
Sepp Blatter suggests fans should not travel to US for World Cup
Sepp Blatter suggests fans should not travel to US for World Cup
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Ex-Fifa boss shows support for boycott calls
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Security concerns over tournament have risen
Former Fifa president Sepp Blatter on Monday suggested he supports fans boycotting World Cup matches in the United States this year due to security concerns.
Blatter gave his support to comments from Swiss anti-corruption lawyer Mark Pieth, who worked with Fifa on potential reforms when Blatter was president, saying fans should stay away from the US for the tournament. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
January 26, 2026 at 8:24 PM
For those unfamiliar with Sepp Blatter, you have to be corrupt and bent beyond the laws of physics for him to legitimately occupy the moral high ground against you.
(Or, he’s had a back hander from a company that will make insane £ from cancelled flights, hotels and World Cup tickets)
(Or, he’s had a back hander from a company that will make insane £ from cancelled flights, hotels and World Cup tickets)
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Early days yet, I know but Drum has only sold 25 copies which is a bit of a reality check. I clearly need to up my promotional game so if anyone wants to invite me onto their podcast or do an interview or anything comedy related, you know where I am. Don't be shy.
January 26, 2026 at 10:02 AM
Early days yet, I know but Drum has only sold 25 copies which is a bit of a reality check. I clearly need to up my promotional game so if anyone wants to invite me onto their podcast or do an interview or anything comedy related, you know where I am. Don't be shy.
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RIP Sly Dunbar (1952-2026)
Sly Dunbar, Influential Sly & Robbie Drummer, Is Dead At 73
Grammy-winning producer and drummer Sly Dunbar — one half of the Jamaican duo Sly and Robbie — has died aged 73, DancehallMag has confirmed. Rory Baker, a
www.dancehallmag.com
January 26, 2026 at 4:17 PM
RIP Sly Dunbar (1952-2026)
Anyway, the world is shit, but I’m finally starting a (short, but…) new contract after taking longer to find one than expected.
More importantly my new director is a total hottie.
More importantly my new director is a total hottie.
a cartoon of a cat with yellow eyes and the words trendizisst on the bottom
ALT: a cartoon of a cat with yellow eyes and the words trendizisst on the bottom
media.tenor.com
January 26, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Anyway, the world is shit, but I’m finally starting a (short, but…) new contract after taking longer to find one than expected.
More importantly my new director is a total hottie.
More importantly my new director is a total hottie.
Tonight's accompaniment to haggis, neeps and tatties.
A fair bit of Dick Gaughan.
A fair bit of Dick Gaughan.
January 24, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Tonight's accompaniment to haggis, neeps and tatties.
A fair bit of Dick Gaughan.
A fair bit of Dick Gaughan.
Well, so far, at least:
January 24, 2026 at 11:19 AM
Well, so far, at least:
Finally catching up and listening to this. Damn fine so far.
January 24, 2026 at 11:12 AM
Finally catching up and listening to this. Damn fine so far.
I'm not saying it's misogyny that everyone is saying how brilliant and loyal Stephen is, but Rachel is not getting any of the same praise, not saying that at all #TheTraitors
January 23, 2026 at 10:01 PM
I'm not saying it's misogyny that everyone is saying how brilliant and loyal Stephen is, but Rachel is not getting any of the same praise, not saying that at all #TheTraitors
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I love Stephen. The face of a doomed WW1 officer and the wardrobe of John Travolta. #thetraitors
January 23, 2026 at 9:33 PM
I love Stephen. The face of a doomed WW1 officer and the wardrobe of John Travolta. #thetraitors
Jade’s outfit is 💯. Queen. #TheTraitors
January 23, 2026 at 9:17 PM
Jade’s outfit is 💯. Queen. #TheTraitors