This is not my life

It is indeed just my day job, which means there's all sorts of fun to be had in the evenings which is in no way related to my day job. We had a great time putting bands on at the Star and Garter last week, even though it was quieter than we'd hoped! A couple of people have said some kind words, so if you'd like to know how the night went I'd recommend sneaking a peek at Manchester Music and CityLife - Cath and Shaun are both extremely good writers, and tireless invaders of countless gigs, so thank you!

The past week has seen both of team PYT being busier than we have been in a while. Yup, I'm sleepy and work's been a strain, but it's really good to feel enthused again. Nick Cave was immense at the Apollo on Tuesday. I'd always seen him as more Dan's kind of thing, which I picked up on here and there, but honestly the man's a genius. He's utterly terrifying, totally compelling and has a stage presence that I don't think could be surpassed by anyone - certainly not a man who, it has to be said, is getting on a bit (sorry Mr Cave, please don't come and give me nightmares).

Christmas officially started on Wednesday: as we won't be deejaying (in, as the chalkboard at Common states, our 'own unique style') in December, Christmas came early to PYT at Common. We had festive mixtapes to give out, indie Christmas hits galore and Dan even played Paul McCartney whilst wearing a santa hat and watching people punch an inflatable snowman. Then on Thursday it was Tim and Sam's Tim and the Sam Band with Tim and Sam's EP launch at Sacred Trinity. My, it was beautiful. There was bunting all round the church (I really, really like bunting), beanbags on the floor, a lot of cake and ace music. It was good to see Jamie (Sonic Anaphones, Daggers etc etc) playing his own material, Ed Cottam was haunting as ever, Magic Arm caught everyone's attention...and then there was Tim and Sam. I miss them now they don't play here so much. They still send shivers down my spine. They very nearly reduced me to tears, and not for the first time. Their Put Your Slippers On EP is well worth buying. It's out today. Go buy it!

The coming week looks quieter, but Ben Kweller should be a whole load of fun on Thursday at the Ruby Lounge! x