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Reactions as Ryan Herbert released from prison

Posted on March 17, 2022 by The Blogging Goth

Several news outlets have reported the release from prison – on licence – of Ryan Herbert, found guilty in 2008 of the murder of Sophie Lancaster. Continue reading →

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International Women’s Day – Goth Herstory and Future

Posted on March 8, 2022 by The Blogging Goth

As much as it lifts my shrivelled black heart, this photo is more than forty years old! Not to detract from the immortal achievements of these musicians, but they’re from genres famous for innovation and creation. Where are the new women stepping up to carry on the legacy of fearless creators in a field riddled with – like so many others – misogyny and sexism? Continue reading →

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What’s New in 2022? Vlogging, for a start…

Posted on February 4, 2022 by The Blogging Goth

I’m pleased to share with you all my first ever vlog. In it, I introduce myself (a goth, no wealth or taste), cast a wry eye back at #gothcore, and look ahead excitedly to some of the key events in the UK goth calendar for 2022. Continue reading →

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Dark Wash Recycle – ‘gothcore’ and high fashion

Posted on January 15, 2022 by The Blogging Goth

It’s all part of the Dark Wash Cycle, where the catwalk commandeers goth style for their Fall-Winter collections, and every journalist has to act like they’ve never seen huge boots or winged eyeliner before. Continue reading →

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Dune is (still) Star Wars for Goths

Posted on October 25, 2021 by The Blogging Goth

Exquisite, inhuman vistas featuring brooding introspective sequences with black-cloaked figures make for an appropriately Halloween viewing experience. Continue reading →

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