Monthly archives: May 2025

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The Dark Scene 500 – Crowdfunder Launched

So, it’s finally time. After nearly 4 years, I’m in the homeward stretch and it’s time to open out this project to the world.

My book, The Dark Scene 500 has been written, edited and is currently being proofread. Publication is in sight, but to see the project over the line, I’m seeking your support. Get your pre-orders in, maybe get listed as a supporter, or even contribute your own list of scene favourites. Whatever you can offer will be put to good use.

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/the-dark-scene-500

WGT 2025 – Gothic Identity Lectures

For those of you attending WGT, you may notice alongside the gigs and clubs, there’s also some speaking events. In recent years this has included an English language bill, and this year, I’ll be one of the speakers. I’ll be speaking about my recent work on researching, writing and assembling the “Dark Scene 500” and its mission to tell the story of the scene through its most influential songs.  It’s on the Sunday afternoon (8 June), venue not far from the HeiDo (Pagan Village) in the south of the city.


https://www.facebook.com/events/s/gothic-identity-lectures-readi/9791564687589916/