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Post-punk and Post-COVID: World Goth Day 2022

Posted on May 22, 2022 by The Blogging Goth

I really wanted to get an overall look at the UK Goth scene this year – with restrictions lifted, how was this long-lived music subculture rallying back? Continue reading →

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Whitby Lowkey Weekend – April 2022

Posted on April 18, 2022 by The Blogging Goth

Strange times are these indeed. Despite official government guidelines giving the figurative green light to all and sundry events, the expected roaring return of the Goth Weekend to Whitby has ended up more of a tentative toe in the water. Continue reading →

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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 2022 – 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 42 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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