London pics online, tagged with descriptions

I finally went through all of my London photos on flickr.

They are now tagged and have witty commentary from yours truly.

flickr: McG & Kelly's London Sept. 07 photo set

Happy Birthday Nana B!

It's my grandmother's birthday today.

Unfortunately she's in the hospital dealing with some bronchitis (or possibly pneumonia).

But she is in good spirits and seems like she'll be on the mend shortly.

I spent some time with her yesterday in the ER and told her all about the London trip and held her hand.

It's a shame I couldn't bring some of the dogs to the hospital to visit with her.

Anyway, Happy Birthday Nana B!

Back stateside

Recovering from a hellish plane ride back from London on Friday.

Bags were delayed, but showed up at 12:30 a.m. last night.

Gonna grab some Indian food this afternoon, gather my thoughts and do some relaxing.

That's one thing I didn't get to do much in London: just chill out.

Lots and LOTS of walking, shopping and riding on Tube standing too close to other people.

Got lots of records, books and stuff.

I don't want to say 'I hope to write a tour diary" for fear that I won't get around to it, but I really do hope to do so in the next few days.

I'm headed out to Santa Monica, CA for work later next week.

London: Ready, set, go!

I get into London Saturday morning.

Time permitting, I may drop a few pics onto Flickr.

Or, I may be too busy enjoying a much-needed vacation!

I'm meeting up with Taylor Roark on Sunday. We've kept in touch ever since University of Delaware days.

He's going to spend all day showing us around markets, record stores, etc.

That night we're going to see Yo La Tengo score Jean Painlevé's legendary underwater films, live at the Royal Festival Hall.

Here's Yo La Tengo doing "The Summer" from my fave album of theirs, "Fakebook."

Going to see Emma Pollock in London

I'll be seeing Emma Pollock at a very special pre-record release party at The Social in London on Sept. 11!

Her very first solo album ever, 'Watch the Fireworks,' comes out on Sept. 17 on 4AD Records.

As you may know, Emma was previously in The Delagdos.

And of course, Emma Pollock is on MySpace

Here's the video for 'Adrenaline' from Emma's forthcoming record:

London: Your suggestions?

I'm going to London next month.

If you have any recommendations on fun stuff to do, drop me a line.

Mostly interested in good cheap food, record stores (vinyl), book stores, markets, museums, culture and maybe a decent band/venue to see some live music.

Drop me a line if you have any suggestions.