Pádraic GrantinPop OffSanford Clark: an appreciation for a rockabilly heroSanford Clark didn’t have many chart hits in the 50s/60s, but his often eerie take on rockabilly/country gained acclaim in recent years.Jul 8, 20211Jul 8, 20211
Pádraic GrantLearning what inspired your heroes, and how that can inspire you tooKnowing who our creative icons revered can be galvanising — but it can also teach important lessons about how to find our own voiceJan 22, 20211Jan 22, 20211
Pádraic GrantinPop OffArt Bell and the eerie joy of late night radioThe radio host epitomised all that is great about post-midnight broadcasting. Read for a Halloween-friendly selection of his greatest hits.Oct 30, 2019Oct 30, 2019
Pádraic GrantinDialogue & DiscourseVirtue over freedom: The conservatives abandoning markets for community, nation and GodThe rising stars of American conservatism proclaim nationalism as their highest ideal. Breaking with classical liberal principles, they…Oct 25, 20194Oct 25, 20194
Pádraic GrantHow new music scenes are created from the ruins of the pastThe story of popular music in the 21st century has been that of technological impact. As the internet snaked its way into homes across the…Sep 4, 2019Sep 4, 2019
Pádraic GrantThe Alliance Party: The peak and the troughs aheadLast month’s elections to the European Parliament seemed to carry more significance than usual across the UK and Ireland. In Britain…Jun 15, 2019Jun 15, 2019