Leeds rockers and Just Music faves Sky Larkin unveil a lyric video for their newest single 'Newsworthy', which is taken from their third album 'Motto' released last year through Wichita Recordings. The band are due to set out on their UK Spring Tour this April.
The black and white video, produced by Dan Tombs (who has previously worked with Gold Panda and Factory Floor), is made from Prelinger Archive footage of an old-fashioned printing factory, where workers are needed to work at a rapid pace to keep up with the newspaper copying. It's an upbeat rock track with a feisty attitude courtesy of singer Katie Harkin; the guitar riffs are simple, and yet the catchy chorus will have you singing along long after the song has ended.
'Please enjoy the read-along video for 'Newsworthy'', says Katie. 'It's a memento from the age of tactile text, augmented by the wonderful Dan Tombs, and now spat back out into the digital realm.' The band; who are Katie, guitarist Nile Marr, bassist Sam Pryor and drummer Nestor Matthews; will be touring the UK in April for a mini-tour, before joining their label mates Cloud Nothings at a new Leeds festival called Gold Sounds which will see them perform at the Brudenell Social Club on May 26th 2014.
Tour dates:
April
8th Birmingham The Bull's Head
9th Cardiff Clwb Ifor Bach
10th Northampton Ledgendary Labour Club
11th Bristol The Old Bookshop
12th Portsmouth Edge of the Wedge
16th Liverpool Kazamier
17th York Fibbers
18th Newcastle Cluny 2
May
26th Leeds Brudenell Social Club
Tickets for all shows http://www.songkick.com/artists/228093-sky-larkin
Showing posts with label Leeds. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Leeds. Show all posts
Wednesday, 12 February 2014
Saturday, 8 February 2014
LUFC v Yeovil: Can it be a new beginning?
And so after a tumultuous seven days which saw McDermott rightly back in charge and footballing wise the teams tails up, the whites headed to Yeovil with the spectre of the criminal hanging over the boardroom. Barring the Football League growing a pair and actually standing up for Leeds for the first time in their existence, the Crim who will be at the Brighton game mid week will be in charge.
As you might guess, I aren't overly thrilled with this prospect but what to do. Do I want to remain at loggerheads with our owners for ever, can I forget the events of last Friday and say lets draw a line and judge you from here on. Its difficult because I have a deep mistrust of him because of that weeks actions and I cant put them to bed until he comes out and talks honestly to us.
Brian McDermott says he will meet with the crim after the Brighton game, wouldnt you just love to be a fly on the wall at that one...high on the agenda is sure to be Uncle Festa, still hanging around like a bad smell at Thorpe Arch, he is sure to be involved with the coaching in some form but lets hope its on McDermotts terms, he has his team already which we assume he is happy with so why upset the balance. To be fair to Brian, he says he's happy with that. Publicly at least.
And so to Yeovil
Lets be fair, this was never going to be a showpiece match regardless of the weather, but a drenched pitch and near gale force winds gave each team the advantage, Yeovil in the first half and Leeds in the second.
I fail though to understand why when playing into such strong winds, with Paddy Kennys' goal kicks landing about 10 yards outside his penalty area that we decided to resort to lumping the ball forward. One one or two occasions we got into advanced positions by using the pace of both Stewart and Kebe but we didn't learn the lesson. Yeovil for their part gambled on wind assisted punts, wicked inswinging corners.
All the goals owed something or other to the wind. Yeovils opening, one of those corners, simply nodded in, Ross equalising on 47mins collecting a goal kick that held up in the wind and fair lashing it home. Warnocks free kick into the box carried on the wind and floated beyond a despairing keeper. Chances came and went, mostly for Leeds in that second half but the key moment was probably Yeovils missed first half penalty, score that and at 2-0 Yeovil would have fancied a point at least. As it was, the penalty has just landed in Bristol we hear...
So not a game to judge the football but as Brian recognised after, the team spirit is immense, the work rate has upped dramatically and it seems the events of the last week or so have really galvanised the team, the fans and the relationship between the two. If that's one good thing to come out of this..
I look forward to tomorrow just being about reflection on the game, Monday being about the prep for Brighton, Tuesday being about the game before no doubt some form of madness will commence via Twitter regardless of score after the game as the crim meets with Sir Brian.
For now we rejoice in a hard fought win, and a team that look capable of winning, believing they can win. The play offs are not beyond us...along as we dont sign Del Piero for fucks sake..
As you might guess, I aren't overly thrilled with this prospect but what to do. Do I want to remain at loggerheads with our owners for ever, can I forget the events of last Friday and say lets draw a line and judge you from here on. Its difficult because I have a deep mistrust of him because of that weeks actions and I cant put them to bed until he comes out and talks honestly to us.
Brian McDermott says he will meet with the crim after the Brighton game, wouldnt you just love to be a fly on the wall at that one...high on the agenda is sure to be Uncle Festa, still hanging around like a bad smell at Thorpe Arch, he is sure to be involved with the coaching in some form but lets hope its on McDermotts terms, he has his team already which we assume he is happy with so why upset the balance. To be fair to Brian, he says he's happy with that. Publicly at least.
And so to Yeovil
Lets be fair, this was never going to be a showpiece match regardless of the weather, but a drenched pitch and near gale force winds gave each team the advantage, Yeovil in the first half and Leeds in the second.
I fail though to understand why when playing into such strong winds, with Paddy Kennys' goal kicks landing about 10 yards outside his penalty area that we decided to resort to lumping the ball forward. One one or two occasions we got into advanced positions by using the pace of both Stewart and Kebe but we didn't learn the lesson. Yeovil for their part gambled on wind assisted punts, wicked inswinging corners.
All the goals owed something or other to the wind. Yeovils opening, one of those corners, simply nodded in, Ross equalising on 47mins collecting a goal kick that held up in the wind and fair lashing it home. Warnocks free kick into the box carried on the wind and floated beyond a despairing keeper. Chances came and went, mostly for Leeds in that second half but the key moment was probably Yeovils missed first half penalty, score that and at 2-0 Yeovil would have fancied a point at least. As it was, the penalty has just landed in Bristol we hear...
So not a game to judge the football but as Brian recognised after, the team spirit is immense, the work rate has upped dramatically and it seems the events of the last week or so have really galvanised the team, the fans and the relationship between the two. If that's one good thing to come out of this..I look forward to tomorrow just being about reflection on the game, Monday being about the prep for Brighton, Tuesday being about the game before no doubt some form of madness will commence via Twitter regardless of score after the game as the crim meets with Sir Brian.
For now we rejoice in a hard fought win, and a team that look capable of winning, believing they can win. The play offs are not beyond us...along as we dont sign Del Piero for fucks sake..
Thursday, 6 February 2014
Leeds Grand Theatre - Shrek The Musical Cast and Ticket details
Leeds launches UK tour of Shrek The Musical!
We’re delighted that Leeds Grand Theatre is the first venue to stage Shrek the Musical following it’s acclaimed West End run. See it in Leeds first!
Based on the award-winning DreamWorks animation film, Shrek the Musical is the must-see show for all the family.Join Shrek , our unlikely hero, and his loyal steed Donkey as they set off on a quest to rescue the beautiful (if slightly temperamental) Princess Fiona from her tower guarded by a fire breathing love-sick dragon. Add the diminutive Lord Farquaad , a gang of fairytale misfits, and a biscuit with attitude, and you’ve got the must see musical comedy – Shrek the Musical!
The cast for the SHREK THE MUSICAL UK Tour, which opens in Leeds this July has been announced.
Joining Dragon and Dean Chisnall as the beloved Shrek are Faye Brookes as Princess Fiona, Idriss Kargbo as Donkey and Gerard Carey as villain Lord Farquaad!
Readers who also subscribe to our Just Families newsletters may remember the riproaringly positive review we gave of the show. Staying pretty faithful to the original film its every bit as funny, cute and heartwarming and heartily recommend it.
They will be joined on the road by their gang of fairytale misfits, played by Bronté Barbé, Nikki Bentley, Jennifer Caldwell, Candace Furbert, Steffan Harri, Will Haswell, James Lacey, Mia Lincoln, Neil Moors, Jenny O’Leary, Georgina Parkinson, Rohan Pinnock-Hamilton, Ryan Reid, Leo Roberts, Jacqui Sanchez, Oliver Tester and Kerry Winter!Tickets available for Leeds, 23 July to 17 August available https://www.leedsgrandtheatre.com/Online/Shrek and for other UK shows here http://shrekthemusical.co.uk/tour-dates/
Leeds Arena - First Celebs named for Dancing On Ice Live Tour
Tickets for the Saturday 26 – Sunday 27 April 2014 extravaganza are on sale now, priced from £32.50.
Jayne and Chris said: "This year will be the 30th anniversary of Bolero and our Olympic Gold medal in Sarajevo, so for us, it seems a fitting time to say goodbye to Dancing on Ice. We wanted to go out on a high! It will be the biggest and best tour we've done to date and there will be some great surprises for the audiences across the country - we hope you will come and see us.”
Using the same format as the hit ITV1 show, spectators can use their mobile phones to text vote for their favourite celebrity. Audience votes will then be added to scores from the judges to decide the overall celebrity winner. The winning couple will then take to the ice for a magical finale performance. As with previous tours, all profits from text voting will go to charity.
Olympic gold medal winner Robin Cousins will head the panel of rink-side judges, alongside former professional skaters Karen Barber and Nicky Slater. They will be on hand to give their expert feedback and all important scores to the celebrities and their skating partners.
Speaking ahead of the first direct arena shows, West End star and singer Ray Quinn said; "I've had some amazing highlights in my career and winning Dancing on Ice in 2009 is certainly one of the best! I am thrilled to be able to continue my time on the ice and be part of the tour. I'm buzzing to be able to put on a great show for fantastic audiences around the country!”Coronation Street actress Hayley Tamaddon (left) commented; “Dancing on Ice is a huge part of my life and to be on the final tour is a real honour. Having performed on the tour before, I know just how great the arena shows are and the fantastic support you get from the audiences across the UK - see you on the road!”
Former England Rugby captain Kyran Bracken added; "I've had the pleasure to appear on the Dancing on Ice tour several times over the years, both as a contestant and a judge, so I'm delighted to be back. We've got some great routines lined up for the arena audiences and I can't wait to perform for them again."Comedian Joe Pasquale agreed; “Wow, I'm getting ready to get my skates on again! Dancing on Ice is a great show and I'm really looking forward to joining Torvill & Dean and the other celebs on the UK tour.”
To book tickets to this event, visit www.firstdirectarena.com, phone 0844 248 1585 or buy your tickets in person from our box office, located at Trinity Leeds Customer Service Lounge, open Mondays-Saturdays 9.00am-8.00pm and Sundays 11.00am-5.00pm. Tickets may be subject to a service charge.
Tuesday, 4 February 2014
What we learned about Cellino today...
In the never ending circus that is the Criminal wanting to purchase our beloved club..
The criminal has made public a text he says is from LUFC Chairman Salah Nooruddin from 5pm last Friday. which read "Congratulation. You are now the new owner of Leeds..I tried to call you but the line wasnt connecting" On the basis of which the events of Friday night unfolded. It took him less than an hour to sack McDermott
The criminal says "The money was paid on Friday. Me and the Bahraini (Nooruddin), we are serious people. Between us, there is no problem...but in the middle, there is a problem, there is a lot of shit going on. I know there was a deal." The payment from Cellino to Leeds last week was merely a loan of £1.5m. No payment for shares has been made and no deal has been signed.
The criminal isn't worried about the FPP / ODT test:"I have had 22 years as owner in Italy, where regulations are much stricter than England..don't see why should be an issue." Indeed the rehabilitation order that exists here will mean the convicts convictions are spent.
Our main sponsor Enterprise Insurance has filed a winding-up petition against the club over an alleged unpaid debt. The company's managing director is of course Andrew Flowers was part of the Sport Capital consortium that had an attempt to take over the club collapse last week but is thought to be knee deep in negotiations right now having teamed up with Together Leeds. In 2012 the Gibraltar-based company lent Leeds £1.7m at 7% interest for repayment in 2015. The Financial Times reports that the petition was filed on 29 January, the day after Sport Capital's bid fell through. I dont know about these things but if it was due in 2015, isn't it only 2014? Cleverer people than I though say this is just an attempt to derail the Criminal.
The criminal will name Chris Farnell, the lawyer who sacked McDermott, as Leeds CEO should his takeover goes through.Yes, the Chris who was escorted off the premises yesterday.
The criminal was first shown around the Thorp Arch facilities around October last year by sacked CEO Paul Hunt. This was after the criminal looked around and disregarded Sheffield Wednesday, well you would wouldn't you..
And now we wait, will it be a :) tweeted by Salem, will it Salah sending a congratulations you have won Leeds United text...as Flowers and Farnan sit it London thrashing out a deal we hope and prey that thye have the cash as we are sure they have the intention.
 |
| The crim smells shit |
The criminal says "The money was paid on Friday. Me and the Bahraini (Nooruddin), we are serious people. Between us, there is no problem...but in the middle, there is a problem, there is a lot of shit going on. I know there was a deal." The payment from Cellino to Leeds last week was merely a loan of £1.5m. No payment for shares has been made and no deal has been signed.
 |
| The crim checks he actually has any.. |
Our main sponsor Enterprise Insurance has filed a winding-up petition against the club over an alleged unpaid debt. The company's managing director is of course Andrew Flowers was part of the Sport Capital consortium that had an attempt to take over the club collapse last week but is thought to be knee deep in negotiations right now having teamed up with Together Leeds. In 2012 the Gibraltar-based company lent Leeds £1.7m at 7% interest for repayment in 2015. The Financial Times reports that the petition was filed on 29 January, the day after Sport Capital's bid fell through. I dont know about these things but if it was due in 2015, isn't it only 2014? Cleverer people than I though say this is just an attempt to derail the Criminal.
The criminal will name Chris Farnell, the lawyer who sacked McDermott, as Leeds CEO should his takeover goes through.Yes, the Chris who was escorted off the premises yesterday.
The criminal was first shown around the Thorp Arch facilities around October last year by sacked CEO Paul Hunt. This was after the criminal looked around and disregarded Sheffield Wednesday, well you would wouldn't you..
And now we wait, will it be a :) tweeted by Salem, will it Salah sending a congratulations you have won Leeds United text...as Flowers and Farnan sit it London thrashing out a deal we hope and prey that thye have the cash as we are sure they have the intention.
Sunday, 19 January 2014
Leeds v Leicester; Stewarts last stand.
Over a few pint of the rather excellent Leeds Pale in The Midnight Bell we concluded three things. 1. That a team playing second best and with as weak a left back as seen for ages, yet still win, Leicester have what it takes to go up. 2. That if we play like that every week we wont loose many more and 3. That if Cameron Stewart gets a shirt again at Leeds then I oughta polish my boots cos I must be next in line.
What a tale it was earlier, initial breakfast time dread and fear over the course of a couple of hours and beers turned into confidence and a bullish mood that we could turn this around.
With a change back to the universally known 4-4-2 and no less than 4 changes for Leeds, Byram for Pelts, Warnock for Pugh, Brown for the rather unfortunate Zaliukas (one stinking game does not a numpty make) and Varney for Mowatt perhaps the one that caused the most discussion pre match.
The story of the game is well told, for half an hour we hammered them, Kebe rampaging down the wing, Ross linking in well and creating seemingly chance after chance. Lees and Byram looked steady and there was a steeliness about them, closing down and rattling them, amply embodied by Michael Brown. Varney was busy but at the end of the day he is Varney. Any other day we are three or four up and Ross has another hatrick. On the other wing was Cameron Stewart.
After half an hour, whether by design or not Kebe seemed to drift infield a little, just as industrious but with much less output and we eased off the gas a touch.
The second half came and went and we eased off just that little bit more, we screamed at Stewart, amongst others sure but increasingly at Stewart t get stuck in, make a fucking challenge. He just didnt seem interested or worried abut getting mud on his shirt. Actually I think I know it was the latter because of his part in Leicesters goal.
As Moores' ball was put through for what became the goal, Stewart initially had time to challenge, subtly or recklessly, I dont care just make one. But from my seat in the extreme of the North East Lower, almost in the East Stand, I saw Stewart, shuffle Moore for a moment and then as the ball was whipped in I swear he pulled his stomach in, god forbid he should actually put his body in the way and prevent a cross.
After last week when pregame Stewart looked petrified, this week has not exactly increased his stock.
We now have a break to the next game and that will be Stewarts last chance for me should be be blessed with a shirt. Having had time to work on formations, tactics etc I want to see him get stuck in and whip a ball or seven in.
Interested in what other fans think, am I being tough on Stewart?
What a tale it was earlier, initial breakfast time dread and fear over the course of a couple of hours and beers turned into confidence and a bullish mood that we could turn this around.
 |
| Bearing a passing resemblence to Brian Deane can only help Kebe. Promising start but faded |
The story of the game is well told, for half an hour we hammered them, Kebe rampaging down the wing, Ross linking in well and creating seemingly chance after chance. Lees and Byram looked steady and there was a steeliness about them, closing down and rattling them, amply embodied by Michael Brown. Varney was busy but at the end of the day he is Varney. Any other day we are three or four up and Ross has another hatrick. On the other wing was Cameron Stewart.
After half an hour, whether by design or not Kebe seemed to drift infield a little, just as industrious but with much less output and we eased off the gas a touch.
 |
| I trust this as close to a shirt he will get in future |
As Moores' ball was put through for what became the goal, Stewart initially had time to challenge, subtly or recklessly, I dont care just make one. But from my seat in the extreme of the North East Lower, almost in the East Stand, I saw Stewart, shuffle Moore for a moment and then as the ball was whipped in I swear he pulled his stomach in, god forbid he should actually put his body in the way and prevent a cross.
After last week when pregame Stewart looked petrified, this week has not exactly increased his stock.
We now have a break to the next game and that will be Stewarts last chance for me should be be blessed with a shirt. Having had time to work on formations, tactics etc I want to see him get stuck in and whip a ball or seven in.
Interested in what other fans think, am I being tough on Stewart?
Monday, 13 January 2014
Adam Le Fondre to join Leeds - odds slashed
Leeds United are now 4/6 slashed from 6/1 favourites to land wantaway Reading striker Adam Le Fondre, ahead of competition from Nottingham Forest and Celtic
Le Fondre, 27, decided to take it upon himself to announce his willingness to move away from the Madejski Stadium soon after the the transfer window opened. In an interview with BBC Radio Berkshire, when asked if he would consider a move away from Reading to chase more first team football, the former Rotherham player didn't beat around the bush, replying ''Of course I would''.
After the New Years Day game against Nottingham Forest, he also vented frustration over his contract situation at the club.
''I've not played for two months. There's 18 months left on my deal.'' said the striker.
''I was meant to get a new deal in February last year and that has been put on the back burner for nearly a year now.
''So I think the writing is on the wall for me if I read between the lines''
Nigel Adkins handed the player a start in Reading's disappointing FA Cup exit at Brighton and after the game reiterated the player's position in the side, remarking he needs to knuckle down and get on with it.
It's seems incredibly unlikely that the rest of the Championship will ignore the current situation regarding Adam Le Fondre and with teams looking to strengthening this window, he could be a perfect addition to someone's front line.
The striker was handed another start in Reading's away win at Watford, but instead of getting on the scoresheet, he ended up getting his name took by the referee after earning a yellow card.
Leeds United, Celtic and Nottingham Forest are expecting to be busy this winter, with a striker as a main priority.
Nottingham Forest have been linked to several names already, including the likes of Jordan Rhodes and James Vaughan indicating they may opt for a more expensive transfer deal, over the likes of what Le Fondre would cost.
Leeds United were reportedly interested in Nahki Wells before his £1.25m transfer to Huddersfield and Celtic have publically announced their need to fill the void left by Gary Hooper.
The Whites are currently favoured by the bookies which is no surprise due to previous connections and the fact they could come into investment very soon. The closer the window gets to deadline day, I expect to see more interest in Le Fondre.
Not many strikers available at this level have scored 7 goals in 10 starts, a statistic which stretched over a season would amount to an incredible 32 goals.
Bobby Collins RIP 1931 - 2014
Bobby Collins 16 February 1931 – 13 January 2014
Despite being just about 160 cm (5'3") tall, Collins was a strong, hard-working midfield player who was in the Celtic team as a 17-year old and stayed there for ten years, winning the Scottish Cup in 1951, and the Scottish cup double in 1954. He was also called up for international duty in 1950, and maintained a frequent presence in the Scotland squad in the later stages of the decade. Collins also represented the Scottish League XI 16 times, scoring 12 goals.
In 1958 he joined Everton where he played until 1962. He was an astute addition to the Leeds squad by manager Don Revie in 1962, helping the club avoid relegation. Leeds won promotion to the First Division in 1964, and Collins captained the side towards a potential League and FA Cup double a year later; however, Leeds missed out on the League on goal average to Manchester United, and lost the 1965 FA Cup Final to Liverpool.
Don Revie said about Collins "He's the perfect example of what we in the game call a professional's professional. Bobby's aim was always to do things simply and quickly in the field, he never tried to be too clever on the ball for the sake of his own glory. I have never come across anyone with such a fierce will-to-win and dedication to the game … Bobby regarded it as a personal insult to be beaten - we had numerous kicking bouts when I played against him for Manchester City! As manager of Leeds, I had been searching for some time for a midfield general with the character and skill really to motivate the team, and Bobby fitted the bill perfectly."
Collins's efforts in Leeds achievements were recognised as he was awarded the Footballer of the Year title in 1965. His sparkling form at Leeds also won him a recall to the Scotland squad after a 6-year absence, and he earned three more caps. His international career ended with 31 appearances and ten goals. Collins continued to skipper Leeds until 1966, when he suffered a horrific broken thighbone in a Fairs Cup tie against Torino. He briefly came back from the injury, but age and a struggle to reclaim previous form brought his Leeds career to an end.
Collins went into management, with spells at Huddersfield Town, Hull City and Barnsley. He also coached within the Leeds youth set-up in the 1970s and then again in the late 1990s.
I will resist the temptation to say what we would give for a Bobby Collins today, he gave his all for Leeds. I am too young to have ever seen him play but my father tells me how Collins was the lynchpin, the starting point for Revies Revolution. Like any player who gives their all for Leeds, we will always remember them, they will always be a legend and we will always be Marching On Together.
Watch below a taped from TV episode of Leeds Leeds Leeds covering the period of Collins joining and the clubs rise to prominence. Bobby is interviewed. On certain platforms it will direct you to Youtube to watch.
Despite being just about 160 cm (5'3") tall, Collins was a strong, hard-working midfield player who was in the Celtic team as a 17-year old and stayed there for ten years, winning the Scottish Cup in 1951, and the Scottish cup double in 1954. He was also called up for international duty in 1950, and maintained a frequent presence in the Scotland squad in the later stages of the decade. Collins also represented the Scottish League XI 16 times, scoring 12 goals.
In 1958 he joined Everton where he played until 1962. He was an astute addition to the Leeds squad by manager Don Revie in 1962, helping the club avoid relegation. Leeds won promotion to the First Division in 1964, and Collins captained the side towards a potential League and FA Cup double a year later; however, Leeds missed out on the League on goal average to Manchester United, and lost the 1965 FA Cup Final to Liverpool. Collins's efforts in Leeds achievements were recognised as he was awarded the Footballer of the Year title in 1965. His sparkling form at Leeds also won him a recall to the Scotland squad after a 6-year absence, and he earned three more caps. His international career ended with 31 appearances and ten goals. Collins continued to skipper Leeds until 1966, when he suffered a horrific broken thighbone in a Fairs Cup tie against Torino. He briefly came back from the injury, but age and a struggle to reclaim previous form brought his Leeds career to an end.
Collins went into management, with spells at Huddersfield Town, Hull City and Barnsley. He also coached within the Leeds youth set-up in the 1970s and then again in the late 1990s.
I will resist the temptation to say what we would give for a Bobby Collins today, he gave his all for Leeds. I am too young to have ever seen him play but my father tells me how Collins was the lynchpin, the starting point for Revies Revolution. Like any player who gives their all for Leeds, we will always remember them, they will always be a legend and we will always be Marching On Together.
Watch below a taped from TV episode of Leeds Leeds Leeds covering the period of Collins joining and the clubs rise to prominence. Bobby is interviewed. On certain platforms it will direct you to Youtube to watch.
Saturday, 11 January 2014
Sheff Weds v Leeds. Cant even get angry
To be honest have I ever been more embarrassed, more ashamed, probably no, have I been more angry, well yes and that's the big rub. You see I love Leeds, spent thousands travelling the world following them and the fact that I am not angry means I am beginning to accept this kind of rubbish as partly the norm. And that worries me.
Were the formations wrong,? well yes, playing with wingbacks and wingers, those two wingers new to the team and one not having played since October.
Was it a red card? Probably not, in the context of the game, definitely not. He did lead with his elbow though right in full view of the ref.
Did it matter? we will never know but probably not..
Does anyone get any credit? Well don't think you can blame Kenny for any of the goals and Ross came deep and tried but was hopelessly outnumbered and outfought.
After being so comprehensively whopped at Rochdale, did we not learn that, we need to up our effort, 3-4-3 don't work, that lumping the ball to Smith don't work and that Austin is not a captain. A captain was Gordon Strachan, someone who when the going got tough, got tough. And made everyone around him get tough.
I don't mean to lump all this on Austin, he is only as culpable as the rest but he is our captain, in name only.
Of course I will be at the Leicster game next week, again under the biased eyes of sky sports and I fear. I fear the reaction we expected today wont appear next week. I am worried it will be another opportunity to draw a line under things. I worry I wont get angry.
Were the formations wrong,? well yes, playing with wingbacks and wingers, those two wingers new to the team and one not having played since October.
Was it a red card? Probably not, in the context of the game, definitely not. He did lead with his elbow though right in full view of the ref.
Did it matter? we will never know but probably not..Does anyone get any credit? Well don't think you can blame Kenny for any of the goals and Ross came deep and tried but was hopelessly outnumbered and outfought.
After being so comprehensively whopped at Rochdale, did we not learn that, we need to up our effort, 3-4-3 don't work, that lumping the ball to Smith don't work and that Austin is not a captain. A captain was Gordon Strachan, someone who when the going got tough, got tough. And made everyone around him get tough.
I don't mean to lump all this on Austin, he is only as culpable as the rest but he is our captain, in name only.
Of course I will be at the Leicster game next week, again under the biased eyes of sky sports and I fear. I fear the reaction we expected today wont appear next week. I am worried it will be another opportunity to draw a line under things. I worry I wont get angry.
Wednesday, 8 January 2014
Kebe set to sign for the mighty whites
Update: 9 Jan 9.44am
Tony Pulis has confirmed Kebe joins Leeds on loan to the end of the season.
Leeds United are close to a deal to signing on loan (at least initially) the highly rated winger Jimmy Kebe who is just six months into a three year deal at Crystal Palace.
Leeds are thought to be one of several Championship sides chasing the Mali international. Leeds boss McDermott managed Kebe at Reading during which time they reached a play-off final and won the Championship title.
More news expected on this and the signing of Stewart over the next few hours, check back for updates.
Tony Pulis has confirmed Kebe joins Leeds on loan to the end of the season.
Leeds United are close to a deal to signing on loan (at least initially) the highly rated winger Jimmy Kebe who is just six months into a three year deal at Crystal Palace.
Leeds are thought to be one of several Championship sides chasing the Mali international. Leeds boss McDermott managed Kebe at Reading during which time they reached a play-off final and won the Championship title.More news expected on this and the signing of Stewart over the next few hours, check back for updates.
Tuesday, 7 January 2014
Leeds confirm Investment partner - UPDATE
Sport Capital, a consortium involving current Leeds United managing director David Haigh, Mr Flowers, and others, are close to completing a transaction that will see them acquire a minimum 75% stakeholding in the club.
Andrew Flowers said: “I’m delighted to confirm that I am part of the consortium that will be acquiring the major shareholding in the club. As a lifelong Leeds United fan and as a buisinessman, I can assure other fans, that while the process is being finalised, we have been working hard to ensure that our due diligence was completed as quickly as possible and that there are funds in place ahead of completion to support the manager during the opening weeks of the January transfer window.”
Sport Capital have been funding the club during the transactional period and will continue to do so ahead of completion.
David Haigh said: “Completion is something we have been working very hard to achieve. We’re now past the holiday periods of Christmas and New Year and we’re looking forward to completing shortly. We are working closely with the Football League regarding the necessary documentation, and we will do our best to keep fans fully informed.
“In the meantime, as Andrew has said, we have ensured that there are funds in place for the January transfer window and we are working closely with Brian McDermott regarding his plans. Hopefully, we will all see some of this work come to fruition in the coming days.
“I’d like to take this opportunity to thank the fans for their continued support.”
Sunday, 5 January 2014
Food and Drink: Al Fresco - in January..in Leeds?
The Alchemist - Leeds. Winter Terrace Dining
Now this great country of ours is not designed for al fresco dining save for those randomly selected 12 days a year when the sun deigns to shine. So the thought of a meal on a winter terrace in the middle of Leeds, at night, in the first week of January didn't, on the face of it, seem the wisest thing especially of my several months pregnant wife.
Nevertheless us Yorkshire types are made of hardy stuff and so under the glare of outdoor heaters, looking out over the twinkly lights of Boar Lane, we took our seats on the terrace. The Alchemist do provide the fleeciest of furry throws to supplement the heaters etc.. and to be honest it really was quite cosy. Who would have thought...
To the food, I ordered a starter of Moroccan spiced meatballs which came in a mini tagine and several strips of pita. Very tasty, well presented, firm succulent meatballs with a hint of spice complemented by a more spicy tomato sauce, just the right size for a starter. The Mrs opted for Thai Fish Cakes with sweet chilli dipping sauce. These were described as tasty morsels with a lovely kick of chilli sauce.
For mains we both operated for fajitas, chicken and for me steak. Its difficult to make such a dish particularly attractive, its functional, if the meats tender, the salas is good, the cheese is yum and creamy, likewise the sour cream then you aren't going to go far wrong. With four tortillas its filling, tasty, spicy and ticks most of the boxes, We are both spice fiends so ideally it would be ramped up a touch with jalapenos but that's a personal thing..
By now it seemed the most natural and comfortable thing to do, sit outside on a terrace up above the city centre in sub zero temperatures. As a nod to the cold we finish off with a rather nifty and one of the best value hot chocolates we've had.
So misconceptions shattered, a very cosy meal, excellent food and service.
2 starters, 2 mains, 2 hot chocolates, 2 pints Becks, 1 glass Malbec and a alcohol free mulled wine thing. Total bill £54
Highly recommended and once baby JM drops we will be back. Thanks
Now this great country of ours is not designed for al fresco dining save for those randomly selected 12 days a year when the sun deigns to shine. So the thought of a meal on a winter terrace in the middle of Leeds, at night, in the first week of January didn't, on the face of it, seem the wisest thing especially of my several months pregnant wife.
 |
| Karen wrapped up |
 |
| Spicy Meatballs |
 |
| My steak option |
For mains we both operated for fajitas, chicken and for me steak. Its difficult to make such a dish particularly attractive, its functional, if the meats tender, the salas is good, the cheese is yum and creamy, likewise the sour cream then you aren't going to go far wrong. With four tortillas its filling, tasty, spicy and ticks most of the boxes, We are both spice fiends so ideally it would be ramped up a touch with jalapenos but that's a personal thing..
 |
| Yummy hot choc |
By now it seemed the most natural and comfortable thing to do, sit outside on a terrace up above the city centre in sub zero temperatures. As a nod to the cold we finish off with a rather nifty and one of the best value hot chocolates we've had.
So misconceptions shattered, a very cosy meal, excellent food and service.
2 starters, 2 mains, 2 hot chocolates, 2 pints Becks, 1 glass Malbec and a alcohol free mulled wine thing. Total bill £54
Highly recommended and once baby JM drops we will be back. Thanks
Saturday, 4 January 2014
Rochdale 2 Leeds 0. in short..
But for Kenmy it would have been six
Smith had two cleared off the line.
Austin passed and it wasnt intercepted
Mowatt tried.
Byram tried but no support
They wanted it.
We didnt.
They deservedly won.
End
Smith had two cleared off the line.
Austin passed and it wasnt intercepted
Mowatt tried.
Byram tried but no support
They wanted it.
We didnt.
They deservedly won.
End
Friday, 3 January 2014
Keeper to sign for Leeds
Leeds will sign Goalkeeper Tommy Lee from Chesterfield this transfer window we understand. An undisclosed fee is in the offing. I wouldn't have thought this was a priority for us? But as usual, in Brian we trust.
Thursday, 2 January 2014
UPDATE Leeds closing in on winger
Update 9.01am 9/1/2014
Leeds United have signed Stewart on an initial 93 day loan. He passed a medical at Leeds last night and will be unveiled today. He is expected to go straight into the squad for Saturday
Previously...
Leeds are attempting to sign Stewart on an 93 day emergency loan. We understand this is because of Football League rules which prevent him making a permanent transfer to Leeds.
Football League regs allow players to feature for a maximum of two English clubs in one season. Stewart played once for Hull in a League Cup tie against Leyton Orient in August and featured 18 times for Charlton during his recent spell on loan at The Valley.
Charlton signed the former Manchester United trainee on a standard half-season loan, taking his quota of clubs for the term to two. Emergency loans in the Football League do not count towards that quota, however.
We understand though that United are likely to reach an agreement guaranteeing Stewart a permanent move when his deal at Hull expires in the summer.
Update 13.30 3/1/2014Previously...
Leeds are attempting to sign Stewart on an 93 day emergency loan. We understand this is because of Football League rules which prevent him making a permanent transfer to Leeds.
Football League regs allow players to feature for a maximum of two English clubs in one season. Stewart played once for Hull in a League Cup tie against Leyton Orient in August and featured 18 times for Charlton during his recent spell on loan at The Valley.
Charlton signed the former Manchester United trainee on a standard half-season loan, taking his quota of clubs for the term to two. Emergency loans in the Football League do not count towards that quota, however.
We understand though that United are likely to reach an agreement guaranteeing Stewart a permanent move when his deal at Hull expires in the summer.
In his press conference Brian McDermott has confirmed they are close to doing a deal for Cameron
Leeds said to be closing in on winger
Hull manager Steve Bruce confirmed that both Charlton and Leeds Utd are in for Cameron Stewart. Cameron is currently on loan at Charlton from Hull. A deal with Leeds for the winger cum outright striker is said to be at an advanced stage and believed to be the player Brian McDermott was in discussions with last week.
Is this the answer to our wing problems?
Leeds 1 Blackburn 2. Gulf Wars
Leeds 1 Blackburn 2 1st January 2014.
Not much to say but its a bugger when your man of the match is a man who comes on and kicks a few people up in the air, step forward Michael Brown. To be fair he did in his bit part what collectively we had failed to do otherwise, get among them and compete.
To be fair also, over a post match pint or several of Leeds Pale it was clear that this match most clearly illustrated how shallow our pockets are. Is Jordan Rhodes any better than Ross McCormack. Pound for pound I'd say not but on an afternoon when it was clear that system we have had wasn't working, Ross had to come deeper to see some of the ball. Jordan could, and did keep his position and was a danger more than just his goal.
Rudi splits opinion at Elland Road like no player I can remember.. On his day he is direct, causing damage and with an eye for the shot. Today, as in recent weeks he was largely ineffective, jaded, shattered. The system does not allow for changes.
Positives, well Byram looks like he is coming back to something like the form that had premiership clubs foaming last summer. Zaliukas looks nicely at home in our back four and deserving of an improved contract. Mowatt was massively unlucky to smash his shot against the bar which would have leveled the scores. Matt Smith toiled and was pulled from pillar to post and should have earned a penalty.Thoroughly undeserved but hey who ever said football was fair.
This weekend sees the distraction of the FA Cup, by then we hope, we pray that David Haigh has had notification that his take over has been approved. In Brian McDermott we trust but after the Barnsley, Blackpool and Blackburn games, we aren't quite the attractive proposition we were say, Mid November and the sell to prospective new additions is just that bit tougher.
Not much to say but its a bugger when your man of the match is a man who comes on and kicks a few people up in the air, step forward Michael Brown. To be fair he did in his bit part what collectively we had failed to do otherwise, get among them and compete.
To be fair also, over a post match pint or several of Leeds Pale it was clear that this match most clearly illustrated how shallow our pockets are. Is Jordan Rhodes any better than Ross McCormack. Pound for pound I'd say not but on an afternoon when it was clear that system we have had wasn't working, Ross had to come deeper to see some of the ball. Jordan could, and did keep his position and was a danger more than just his goal.
 |
| Matt Smith pushed and pulled to the floor, no pen apparently |
Rudi splits opinion at Elland Road like no player I can remember.. On his day he is direct, causing damage and with an eye for the shot. Today, as in recent weeks he was largely ineffective, jaded, shattered. The system does not allow for changes.
Positives, well Byram looks like he is coming back to something like the form that had premiership clubs foaming last summer. Zaliukas looks nicely at home in our back four and deserving of an improved contract. Mowatt was massively unlucky to smash his shot against the bar which would have leveled the scores. Matt Smith toiled and was pulled from pillar to post and should have earned a penalty.Thoroughly undeserved but hey who ever said football was fair.
This weekend sees the distraction of the FA Cup, by then we hope, we pray that David Haigh has had notification that his take over has been approved. In Brian McDermott we trust but after the Barnsley, Blackpool and Blackburn games, we aren't quite the attractive proposition we were say, Mid November and the sell to prospective new additions is just that bit tougher.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)