26-year-old Pete Barrett first entered the world of journalism whilst on tour with the Grateful Dead in ’72. Following work as Leonard Cohen’s ghost writer he became roving photographer for the Daily Bugle, but left after repeated attempts on his life by the Green Goblin. After spells at Rolling Stone, Paris Vogue and the Hackney Gazette, he entered the world of restaurant criticism, training the young AA Gill. He dreams of one day becoming football editor for the News of the World, and cites Kerouac, Ginsberg and Burroughs as his greatest fans. Incidentally, none of this is true.
28
Nov
2008
Lukestar & Airborne Toxic Event at Dublin Castle
I have never claimed to understand a great deal about this brand of Indie Rock, nor for that matter Americans
22
Nov
2008
Leonard Cohen’s Royal Return
Leonard Cohen cuts a dashing figure. Dressed like the last of the old-time mobsters, he positively jigs onstage at the Royal Albert Hall
