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Considering Hypnotherapy in London? Why It Might Be Your Best Choice for Stress Relief

London Art and culture / anxiety relief, Bohangar City Practice, city hustle, city life, cognitive behavioural therapy, coping mechanisms, hypnotherapy, London, mental health, renting pressures, therapy, transport challenges, urban stress, well-being, work stress

Guest post by Chigg a certified CBH therapist from the Bohangar City Practice, Based in the City of London London, with its dynamic hustle and iconic skyline, has been the backdrop for countless dreamers, innovators, and everyday warriors. Yet, beneath the shimmering lights of this great city, there’s a rhythm of stress that resonates with […]

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1911-2023, Are We A Nation Of Complainers?

London Art and culture / London Railways

The notion that the English are a nation of complainers has been a long-standing stereotype that has been perpetuated for many years. While it is difficult to pinpoint the exact origin of this label, it is clear that the English have been associated with this characteristic for quite some time. In this multi-part post, we

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Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s the Ultimate Sex Pistols Vinyl Review

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The Sex Pistols are one of the most iconic punk bands in history, known for their rebellious attitude and aggressive sound. Their music has inspired countless bands and musicians over the years, and their legacy continues to live on. In the late 1970s, a punk rock band from London exploded onto the music scene with

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Photo of a vibrant 1970s concert scene showcasing the essence of Glam Rock with flamboyant performers in glittery costumes bold makeup and wild hair

Glam Rock Explained: The Marc Bolan Influence

London Art and culture, music legends / fashion, marc Bolan

What is Glam Rock? Glam rock, also known as glitter rock, is a music and fashion movement that originated in the UK in the early 1970s. It was characterized by its flamboyant and theatrical style, combining heavy rock music with outrageous costumes, makeup, and hairstyles. Glam rock was a unique cultural phenomenon that challenged the

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Artistic representation of a silhouette of Marc Bolan with a guitar, standing at a crossroad with the word Premonitions looming in the sky

Bolan’s Premonitions on death: Fear of Driving

London Art and culture, music legends / marc Bolan

Marc Bolan was a legendary musician, songwriter, and frontman of the iconic British rock band T. Rex. His unique style and catchy tunes made him an icon of the glam rock era. However, his life was tragically cut short when he died in a car crash in 1977. Many people believe that Marc Bolan had

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TV screen showing a vintage 1970s studio set with bold colorful lights and stage captioned The Iconic Marc Bolan TV Show - Step Back in Time

Step Back in Time with the Iconic Marc Bolan TV Show

London Art and culture, music legends / marc Bolan

Produced by Muriel Young, directed by Nicolas Ferguson, and shown on Granada Television for ITV. The year was 1977, and the iconic Marc Bolan was at the peak of his career. Not only was he a successful musician and songwriter, but he also had his own television show, simply called “Marc.” ‘Marc’ was a music

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The Kate Bush House called Wuthering Heights

London Art and culture, music legends / Kate Bush

In January 1978 Kate Bush hit single “Wuthering Heights” was the debut single for the Kick Inside Album, inspired from the last part of the 1967 BBC series Wuthering heights, and the book by Emily Brontë. It is thought Kate Bush had written this song in the spring of 1977. The Queens Silver Jubilee year.

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The Beatles’ Rooftop Show: A Saville Row Tale

London Art and culture, music legends / beatles

The Beatles Town House: 3 Saville Row, Mayfair Number 3 Saville Row is a 4 story 1733 townhouse, located in the City of Westminster with a basement that became the Beatles recording studio during the ‘Let it Be’ recording sessions in 1968. The roof of no. 3 Saville Row would become the most famous roof

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The Battle of the Apples: London’s Apple Corps vs Los Angelese Apple Inc

London History, music legends / beatles

Apple Corps the Home of the Beatles Back in 1967 Apple corps was founded by the members of the Beatles; Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Star. With its core division of Apple Records being the main area of activity. As with many things Beatles, even the name of their holding and management

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Topolski, The Polish Artist, From Sketches To Bank of England Illustrator

London Art and culture, London History / bank of england

From Poland to London, an artists journey Feliks Topolski was a Polish-British artist and illustrator who is perhaps best known for his work depicting life in London during the mid-20th century. Born in Warsaw in 1907, Topolski studied art in Krakow and then traveled extensively throughout Europe, honing his skills as a painter and illustrator.

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