Keith-Goldfrappfan
@keith-goldfrappfan.bsky.social
Fife based music lover who also enjoys films and festivals. Hopelessly devoted to Goldfapp, Bat for Lashes and Katzenjammer in particular. Same name on FB. KeithJ_gmb on Twitter (remember that?)
Seeing out 2025 in an ideal way. Thankfully the weather is looking OK for the Wet Leg, Hamish Hawk & Lucia and the Best Boys gig in Princes Street Gardens. This year has been a good one for gigs and festivals. Hopefully it'll be the same in 2026. Happy New Year, everyone.
December 31, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Seeing out 2025 in an ideal way. Thankfully the weather is looking OK for the Wet Leg, Hamish Hawk & Lucia and the Best Boys gig in Princes Street Gardens. This year has been a good one for gigs and festivals. Hopefully it'll be the same in 2026. Happy New Year, everyone.
The 2025 edition of my Top 30 tracks of the year. Not in ranked order although my favourite track, by Alison Goldfrapp, is first up. Those from Scottish artists I heard first on BBC Radio Scotland (Vic Galloway or Billy Sloan). Good radio shows are still important. open.spotify.com/playlist/0Xb...
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December 15, 2025 at 2:06 PM
The 2025 edition of my Top 30 tracks of the year. Not in ranked order although my favourite track, by Alison Goldfrapp, is first up. Those from Scottish artists I heard first on BBC Radio Scotland (Vic Galloway or Billy Sloan). Good radio shows are still important. open.spotify.com/playlist/0Xb...
I've now decided on a top 10 for this year's @thefestive50.bsky.social poll. Never easy, of course, and I hope at least some make it to the final 50. Almost finished compiling my annual top 30 on Spotify too. Just swithering over the order of tracks.
December 9, 2025 at 7:50 PM
I've now decided on a top 10 for this year's @thefestive50.bsky.social poll. Never easy, of course, and I hope at least some make it to the final 50. Almost finished compiling my annual top 30 on Spotify too. Just swithering over the order of tracks.
It's been cold but sunny & dry here in Munich these last couple of days. So, just fine for sightseeing and there's so many great sights to see. To top things off, a great gig from Wolf Alice at the TonHalle.
November 20, 2025 at 10:33 PM
It's been cold but sunny & dry here in Munich these last couple of days. So, just fine for sightseeing and there's so many great sights to see. To top things off, a great gig from Wolf Alice at the TonHalle.
On holiday this week and gigs to look forward to. The Last Dinner Party in Edinburgh tomorrow, Nouvelle Vague, also in Edinburgh, next weekend and in between, a trip to Munich where I'll also see Wolf Alice. Just the sort of holiday I like.
November 16, 2025 at 9:10 PM
On holiday this week and gigs to look forward to. The Last Dinner Party in Edinburgh tomorrow, Nouvelle Vague, also in Edinburgh, next weekend and in between, a trip to Munich where I'll also see Wolf Alice. Just the sort of holiday I like.
A rapturous reception for DakhaBrakha in Glasgow tonight and deservedly so. A set that enchants, mesmerises, uplifts & by the end has the whole place jumping. Looking forward to a repeat experience in Brighton next weekend.
October 5, 2025 at 10:22 PM
A rapturous reception for DakhaBrakha in Glasgow tonight and deservedly so. A set that enchants, mesmerises, uplifts & by the end has the whole place jumping. Looking forward to a repeat experience in Brighton next weekend.
A warm, sunny day in Nottingham. Perfect for a bit of sightseeing before the Beta Band gig at Rock City tonight. Lots to see including the castle, historic sites, exhibitions & statues to 2 famous figures.
September 30, 2025 at 4:21 PM
A warm, sunny day in Nottingham. Perfect for a bit of sightseeing before the Beta Band gig at Rock City tonight. Lots to see including the castle, historic sites, exhibitions & statues to 2 famous figures.
Spending a Sunday morning in the cinema is a first for me. It doesn't come any better than seeing Prince at his finest in 'Sign 'o' The Times', especially on an IMAX screen. It ranks with 'Stop Making Sense' as the greatest of concert films. Absolutely exhilarating. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncDx...
Prince: Sign O' The Times | Official Trailer | Experience It In IMAX®
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September 14, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Spending a Sunday morning in the cinema is a first for me. It doesn't come any better than seeing Prince at his finest in 'Sign 'o' The Times', especially on an IMAX screen. It ranks with 'Stop Making Sense' as the greatest of concert films. Absolutely exhilarating. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncDx...
Summer's over and it's been back to work this week. Last weekend spent at the Electric Picnic festival. Not a vintage year but much to enjoy. Highlights included Black Country New Road, Self Esteem & Confidence Man. The best thing, though, was 82 year old Andy Irvine, formerly of Planxty etc.
September 5, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Summer's over and it's been back to work this week. Last weekend spent at the Electric Picnic festival. Not a vintage year but much to enjoy. Highlights included Black Country New Road, Self Esteem & Confidence Man. The best thing, though, was 82 year old Andy Irvine, formerly of Planxty etc.
Great to be back in the refurbished Filmhouse & happy to have contributed to the crowdfunder to help it reopen. 'Mortician' at the EIFF was an unforgettable way to start. Sweet at first before it got darker, leading to a truly devastating ending.
We're getting all glammed up for Edinburgh International Film Festival starting this Thursday! 😎
We're thrilled to be a key partner venue for the festival, which runs from 14 - 20 August. Browse their fantastic programme and book tickets here: www.edfilmfest.org
We're thrilled to be a key partner venue for the festival, which runs from 14 - 20 August. Browse their fantastic programme and book tickets here: www.edfilmfest.org
August 17, 2025 at 7:29 AM
Great to be back in the refurbished Filmhouse & happy to have contributed to the crowdfunder to help it reopen. 'Mortician' at the EIFF was an unforgettable way to start. Sweet at first before it got darker, leading to a truly devastating ending.
So happy that it's August. Looking forward to seeing many shows at the Edinburgh International Festival & the Fringe, as well as the Film Festival, Book Festival & Art Festival. Lucky to have this so close to home.
#edfringe 2025 has now officially started! 😍
Read our latest blog post for some opening-day stats and a sample of the new shows that have registered in the weeks since programme launch 👇
www.edfringe.com/about-us/new...
Read our latest blog post for some opening-day stats and a sample of the new shows that have registered in the weeks since programme launch 👇
www.edfringe.com/about-us/new...
August 1, 2025 at 5:14 PM
So happy that it's August. Looking forward to seeing many shows at the Edinburgh International Festival & the Fringe, as well as the Film Festival, Book Festival & Art Festival. Lucky to have this so close to home.
Finishing off my holiday with a trip to the Netherlands for the Down The Rabbit Hole festival. It shouldn't be as hot as last week and we may even get some rain but still... the line-up.👍
July 2, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Finishing off my holiday with a trip to the Netherlands for the Down The Rabbit Hole festival. It shouldn't be as hot as last week and we may even get some rain but still... the line-up.👍
Probably the only festival that runs from Monday to Wednesday is In Music in Zagreb. The dates suit me just fine, the weather is promising to be warm & sunny and the main bands in the line-up are just my thing. So, I continue my aim to go to places I've never been to before. 😀
June 20, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Probably the only festival that runs from Monday to Wednesday is In Music in Zagreb. The dates suit me just fine, the weather is promising to be warm & sunny and the main bands in the line-up are just my thing. So, I continue my aim to go to places I've never been to before. 😀
Sad news, coming shortly after the passing of another legend - Sly Stone. Fond memories of Brian Wilson & his band giving us one of the most memorable sets at the 'T in the Park' festival. At one point, after playing a series of hits, Brian casually said 'Here's one called God Only Knows'. 🙂
June 11, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Sad news, coming shortly after the passing of another legend - Sly Stone. Fond memories of Brian Wilson & his band giving us one of the most memorable sets at the 'T in the Park' festival. At one point, after playing a series of hits, Brian casually said 'Here's one called God Only Knows'. 🙂
The Heilung gig in Mannheim was simply awesome. Tribal rituals brilliantly choreographed, captivating tunes, fearsome drumming & vocals ranging from the earthy to the heavenly (particularly Maria Franz). All savoured by a devoted & passionate crowd. A religious experience.
June 9, 2025 at 6:45 AM
The Heilung gig in Mannheim was simply awesome. Tribal rituals brilliantly choreographed, captivating tunes, fearsome drumming & vocals ranging from the earthy to the heavenly (particularly Maria Franz). All savoured by a devoted & passionate crowd. A religious experience.
Hugely enjoyable gig at PJ Molloy's in Dunfermline tonight by local band, Malmo. They did a very decent cover of a Goldfrapp song (Eat Yourself). Fitted in well with their set of stately, majestic songs reminiscent of The Blue Nile. Like this gem: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBae...
Malmo - When We Kiss (Official Music Video) (Lyric Video)
YouTube video by MalmoVEVO
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June 6, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Hugely enjoyable gig at PJ Molloy's in Dunfermline tonight by local band, Malmo. They did a very decent cover of a Goldfrapp song (Eat Yourself). Fitted in well with their set of stately, majestic songs reminiscent of The Blue Nile. Like this gem: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBae...
Glorious, indeed. So glad we got to hear the choral version a couple of times during the Tales of Us era tour.
Happy birthday to Alison Goldfrapp. This is glorious
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Goldfrapp - Caravan Girl [Live at Jools' Holland]
YouTube video by Lucien Bernstein
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May 13, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Glorious, indeed. So glad we got to hear the choral version a couple of times during the Tales of Us era tour.
There's probably nothing as raucous or celebratory as a gig by The Pogues at the Barrowland in Glasgow. Fantastic show last night. Some differences from Manchester as we got Ian Lynch from Lankum as well as Charles & Andrew from the Mary Wallopers but no Lisa O'Neill. No matter, all were brilliant.
Accompanied by a rolling cast of often-female singers, The Pogues were blisteringly good the other night. Or, in the words of Spider Stacy: "Allrightallrighallright!"
observer.co.uk/culture/musi...
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The Pogues: Life after Shane | The Observer
Joy, rage, love and succour abound on a wild 40th anniversary tour of the Pogues’ Rum, Sodomy & the Lash as a huge cast of musicians join original band members to roll back the years
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May 12, 2025 at 1:37 PM
There's probably nothing as raucous or celebratory as a gig by The Pogues at the Barrowland in Glasgow. Fantastic show last night. Some differences from Manchester as we got Ian Lynch from Lankum as well as Charles & Andrew from the Mary Wallopers but no Lisa O'Neill. No matter, all were brilliant.
I've read about cases where legitimate websites can be hacked and exploited by scammers. Now I know what it's like to be a victim of that. 😢
April 25, 2025 at 9:07 PM
I've read about cases where legitimate websites can be hacked and exploited by scammers. Now I know what it's like to be a victim of that. 😢
Can't stop thinking about Saturday & seeing Heilung in Edinburgh. Absolutely enthralling. There's something about the music & the rituals that affects an audience & seems to awaken some buried folk memory. Have to see them again, even if I have to go to Germany! www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PFz...
Heilung - Anoana LIVE | LIFA Llyn Dain
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April 21, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Can't stop thinking about Saturday & seeing Heilung in Edinburgh. Absolutely enthralling. There's something about the music & the rituals that affects an audience & seems to awaken some buried folk memory. Have to see them again, even if I have to go to Germany! www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PFz...
A fantastic gig by Stick In The Wheel at Cambridge Junction tonight. Well worth the diversion on my journey to London. Had time to wander around the city too. Teaming with historical buildings of course, the names of many familiar from watching University Challenge on TV!
Alright you lot, something to look forward to. We will be joined on drums by the amazing Emma Holbrook to bang out our Rough Music to all and sundry, in the style of A Thousand Pokes.
Please join us and make yer presence felt. “You know it makes sense.”
Tickets: www.stickinthewheel.com/gigs
Please join us and make yer presence felt. “You know it makes sense.”
Tickets: www.stickinthewheel.com/gigs
April 3, 2025 at 10:15 PM
A fantastic gig by Stick In The Wheel at Cambridge Junction tonight. Well worth the diversion on my journey to London. Had time to wander around the city too. Teaming with historical buildings of course, the names of many familiar from watching University Challenge on TV!
An irresistible line-up & my first trip to Aberdeen for a gig was well worth it. The Filthy Tongues were as dark & compelling as ever. The Rezillos made the same glorious noise as they did in the punk days. Delighted that they included some Rezillos tracks & some joyous covers.
THE FILTHY TONGUES support THE REZILLOS 2025! Next...Aberdeen 29th March SEE YOU THERE!!!!!!! #Rezillos #therezillos #punkrock #aberdeen #Aberdeen #therezillos #punkrock. www.ents24.com/aberdeen-eve...
March 29, 2025 at 10:55 PM
An irresistible line-up & my first trip to Aberdeen for a gig was well worth it. The Filthy Tongues were as dark & compelling as ever. The Rezillos made the same glorious noise as they did in the punk days. Delighted that they included some Rezillos tracks & some joyous covers.
Enjoyed visiting the Irish Rock 'n' Roll museum this morning. Brought back memories of seeing many of the bands highlighted. Tonight, something different. Looking forward to hearing music from Wardruna's new album at the Olympia Theatre. Rounding off a wonderful trip to Dublin.
New YouTube video from Wardruna:
✨ Wardruna - Birna - Out Now
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hIa6JZ7vvo
#music #wardruna #youtube #musicsocial
✨ Wardruna - Birna - Out Now
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hIa6JZ7vvo
#music #wardruna #youtube #musicsocial
March 23, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Enjoyed visiting the Irish Rock 'n' Roll museum this morning. Brought back memories of seeing many of the bands highlighted. Tonight, something different. Looking forward to hearing music from Wardruna's new album at the Olympia Theatre. Rounding off a wonderful trip to Dublin.
Enjoyed the Alison Moyet gig in Edinburgh last night. Just one more working day & then it's my Spring holiday. 4 gigs in the next fortnight with trips to Dublin, Aberdeen, Cambridge & London. Living my best life these days & thanking my good fortune.
March 21, 2025 at 8:03 AM
Enjoyed the Alison Moyet gig in Edinburgh last night. Just one more working day & then it's my Spring holiday. 4 gigs in the next fortnight with trips to Dublin, Aberdeen, Cambridge & London. Living my best life these days & thanking my good fortune.