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Howl

I usually share bits of writing on here, but I write songs too. This is one of my most recent recordings, a track called ‘Howl’. It’s got a bit of country-blues and some rock and roll. Anyway, have a listen, let me know what you think and thanks for stopping by.

(Near) Death in the Alley

Part 8 of the Miserable Bastards Series The streets are bright, feels like walking out into a spotlight. Feels like the volume level has gone up, like I’ve just taken off my headphones. Buses, cars, people, movement, energy. Fuck, I’m moving to a different beat. I walk over to the wall and watch the riverContinue reading “(Near) Death in the Alley”

The Ghost

A tale of blood, shadows, and spite by Paul Andrew Sneddon Blood on the PavementThese empty streets. The crowd is gone now. Taste of blood in my mouth. Doors closed. Curtains drawn.The police car parked down the road.Siren flashing.Rain pouring down.The detective.Empty Eyes.My father’s man.His blade.Will do what he is told.Always has. Always will.Taste ofContinue reading “The Ghost”

Christmas Miracle

Part 7 of the Miserable Bastards series Mikey is returning like a conquering hero, arms high singing the Rocky theme tune.This is lost on Bam, she’s never seen it. “Alright smart arse,” she says. Frank is serving up another whisky. Suddenly there is movement at the end of the bar.Pat stands up.Wobbles.Wobbles.And down he goes.StraightContinue reading “Christmas Miracle”

Mikey and Pammy Polis

Part 6 of the Miserable Bastards Series Mikey’s back, somehow looking worse than when he left. “What the fuck happened to you?” He’s bleeding from his lip and rubbing his eye. He looks like he’s been under police questioning for an hour. “The polis found my hedgehog, called me a clatty bastard. I told herContinue reading “Mikey and Pammy Polis”