BETWEEN THE LINES: Patrick Grant, Less
Is our love for fast fashion a crisis? Damien Wilkinson reviews "Less" by Patrick Grant. Explore the history of craft and why "buying well" matters more than ever.
SIGN POSTS: The Mixtape
A deep dive into the analogue era of the mixtape. Damien Wilkinson explores the nostalgia of TDK tapes and his 5-year tradition of romantic monthly compilations.
BETWEEN THE LINES: Austin Kleon’s Steal Like An Artist Trilogy
Stop waiting, start creating. Damien Wilkinson reviews Austin Kleon’s "Steal Like An Artist" trilogy—the essential guide for anyone looking to show their work.
BETWEEN THE LINES: Rick Rubin, The Creative Act: A Way of Being
More than a music memoir. Damien Wilkinson explores Rick Rubin’s "The Creative Act," a succinct guide to the creative process and an essential toolkit for life.
BETWEEN THE LINES: Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist
A shepherd's journey and a career pivot. Damien Wilkinson reviews Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist and explores how its message of following dreams rings true today.
THE SOUNDBOARD: A 2025 Music Review
From the New York swagger of Geese to the operatic scale of Rosalía’s LUX, Damien Wilkinson reviews the standout albums and rising stars of 2025.
FIELD NOTES: Father John Misty, Royal Albert Hall, 15th April 2025
A night of "tasteful splendour." Damien Wilkinson reviews Father John Misty’s sold-out debut at the Royal Albert Hall, featuring a full performance of Mahashmashana.
FIELD NOTES: Billy Joel, Principality Stadium, Cardiff, 9th August 2024
A legendary "One Night Only" event. Damien Wilkinson reviews Billy Joel’s first-ever Cardiff show, featuring Chris Isaak and a surprise appearance from Joel’s daughters.