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Robot Forster found that essence rare.

@robotforster.bsky.social

I like the robots, I like The Go-Betweens, Godzilla and proper Avengers. FC United founder member. Salfordian on the up in Prestwich, Lancashire. Aristocat person. Fanzine lover. Shove AI up your arse.

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I didn't, sadly. That live at Keele University tape kept me going. Remember David Swift telling us in late '85 that they'd had to sell their gear. Next thing you know, they're on Arista.

20.02.2026 18:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Even when they were terribly over-produced the songs shone through. Eventually. I do remember that second Tube appearance with 'How Many Rivers' and thinking at the time, What the fuck is this, but I have grown to love it.
I wrote to Creation to tell them how much I loved 'The Sound of Philadelphia'

20.02.2026 18:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

You're confusing them with Pastel.

20.02.2026 13:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

42 years and counting.

19.02.2026 22:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Embrace the void.

19.02.2026 22:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks.

19.02.2026 22:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I just retired.

19.02.2026 16:23 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 10    πŸ“Œ 0
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I just retired.

19.02.2026 16:12 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0

An Epstein file? πŸ˜‰ πŸ˜€

19.02.2026 11:13 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Is it complete or currently ongoing? I have or have pre-ordered the first three.

19.02.2026 09:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Alternatively. And in no particular order...

Jerry Lee Lewis live at the World Famous Star Club
The Ramones - It's Alive
Motorhead - No Sleep 'Til Hammersmith
Wire - Document and Eyewitness
The Trashwomen live from Tom Guido's Purple Onion & Other Swinging Places

18.02.2026 23:50 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I think the Bertie Wooster story was in one of the Dave Rogers books.

18.02.2026 22:44 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Impressive! The green one was apparently from The World of Bertie Wooster. That pic is of my set that I picked up in the late 80s. No umbrellas!

18.02.2026 22:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I had a workmate who subscribed to that exact theory. They used to be plentiful on the crofts of Salford.

18.02.2026 22:25 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Corgi Avengers Gift Set with legless Steed in his Bentley, Mrs. Peel outside her Lotus Elan and those pointless little umbrellas has been 'put to one side' until I get my birthday money. Cash and postal orders are much-welcomed.

18.02.2026 22:22 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Nice araucaria you've got there.
We had about fifty crows split between our garden and next door earlier. Usually a sign that there's 1 (one) jay in the vicinity.

18.02.2026 16:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Before I commit to a viewing I'm going to need reassurance that Gallagher (either) does not come within a country mile of this picture.

17.02.2026 23:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
LWT - Weekend World Theme
YouTube video by MagicGeezer LWT - Weekend World Theme

All my favourites are in this thread. But... Brian Walden would like a word.
youtu.be/wuLHwF5x8ZM?...

16.02.2026 22:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Screenshot of the 2026 Eisner Awards call for entries, dealine March 13 2026.

Screenshot of the 2026 Eisner Awards call for entries, dealine March 13 2026.

Eisner submissions are now open. My fellow comic creators, no matter at what point in your career you are, if you're making comics in any form, these awards are "For You" and you absolutely can be nominated. Let's get small press/self pub comics on that list! ENTER: www.comic-con.org/uploads/2025...

16.02.2026 10:12 β€” πŸ‘ 266    πŸ” 203    πŸ’¬ 7    πŸ“Œ 19

HAL JORDAN: In brightest day, in blackest

BEASTIE BOYS: NIGHT!

HAL JORDAN: No evil shall escape my

BEASTIE BOYS: SIGHT!

HAL JORDAN: This is awkward because when I invited you I thought I was messaging Beast Boy from the Teen Titans.

15.02.2026 20:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2762    πŸ” 927    πŸ’¬ 34    πŸ“Œ 7
Small Prophets in the style of the old Sea Monkeys advert

Small Prophets in the style of the old Sea Monkeys advert

Just looking through some old comics and found a mail order advert for Small Prophets

15.02.2026 17:42 β€” πŸ‘ 703    πŸ” 153    πŸ’¬ 11    πŸ“Œ 11

In work on Lever Street, for the penultimate time, on Tuesday. Will have a gander.

15.02.2026 19:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Nice stuff. Which title is that from?

15.02.2026 11:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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14.02.2026 22:50 β€” πŸ‘ 42    πŸ” 14    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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My brother Garry has dementia and is currently lost somewhere in the Chester area. If anyone should spot him please call the police on 999. We'd appreciate reposts. @shitchester.bsky.social

14.02.2026 20:00 β€” πŸ‘ 488    πŸ” 1016    πŸ’¬ 36    πŸ“Œ 21
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Terrible comic character.

14.02.2026 15:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Obviously not Scrooge McDuck, Bruce Wayne, Montgomery Burns or Tony Stark. So, how about Richie Rich?

14.02.2026 14:41 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

RIP in peace, red-shirted hero. Maybe send them in the away-kit next time?

14.02.2026 14:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Discogs is currently only acknowledging the existence of a CD version. Any chance the boffins at QIII could fix it so the Quadrophonic vinyl version has a chance to shine?

14.02.2026 14:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

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