16th
July
2010
Stuff I’ve Liked Lately
Categories : Paul, Travel, books, music |
In lieu of a detailed post about any or all of these things, here’s a list of some stuff I’ve liked recently :
Music
- Midlake – Trials of Van Occupanther. Good 70′s style folk/rock album
- Brian Johnson – Love Came Down. Acoustic style worship album including cello and hammered dulcimer Sweet stuff.
- Hillsong – A Beautiful Exchange. Their new album is more of the same. Solid stuff but few standouts.
Books
- Malazan series – Stephen Erikson. First fantasy series I’ve read in years and one of the best, if most dense, I’ve ever read. After 4 books now I am hooked, and finally starting to follow some of the detailed back-stories. The endings of books 2 and 3 were very emotionally intense. Epic, brilliant stuff.
- The Reformation – Diarmid MacCulloch. Who knew a thick history book could be such a page turner? I’m currently reading this book and am enjoying it immensely. Good to finally get some balanced, in-depth story of a crucial turning point in history.
Movies - here’s a few I watched on the plane and in cinema recently
- It Might get Loud. Jimmy Page, The Edge, Jack White. If you don’t know who those guys are or the difference between Gibsons and Fenders then don’t bother. If you do know these things then this film is a must watch… I like the White Stripes but Jack White is out of his league with these other 2 legends.
- Anvil! The Story of Anvil. Great doco about a washed up Canadian 80′s metal band.
- Toy Story 3 – incredible conclusion to the trilogy. One of the few trilogies that just keeps growing with each installment. I must admit I got a little emotional here. Don’t bother with the 3D though – I don’t think it adds anything to the movie.
Places
- London. It rocks! Great city with a wealth of things to see and do. Say no more.
- Cambridge. If you ever get the chance to visit this University city then I highly recommend it. I was surprised just how much I loved this place. Heaps of brilliant architecture, quiet places to sit and reflect, and plenty of activities to take part in. Highlights include King’s College, Queens’ College and punting on the River Cam. Great place!
- Warnbro Church. Great vibe at present. Exciting times!
