Do they have what it takes to get promotion? Writing this on a cold Saturday night after City romped home to a 3-1 victory against promotion contenders Swindon Town, the answer to the question posed seems obvious, surely League 1 beckons? However, this 17/18 Squad have often taught fans not to get too hopeful […]
Grecians hit groove against Forest Green Rovers
A wet St James’ Park laid host to a struggling Forest Green Rovers who fell short against Playoff hopefuls Exeter City. The Grecians have been on somewhat of a run lately and have finally broken their poor away form that saw them win just four on the road during the first half of their campaign. […]
Shrewd Exeter City see off Coventry City
Exeter City’s match against Coventry City was one of heightened importance, over the busy Christmas period the Grecians had stuttered on their bid for promotion to league 2 and lying in 8th place, a win was sorely needed. The visitors to St James park, Coventry Coventry, were in flying form, having just recorded one of the […]
Grecian Corner: what have we learnt from first 5 games at SJP?
I n the first of a fortnightly column from our friends over at the Grecian Society, Nick Marsden takes a look at five things we’ve learnt from the first five games at St James Park. Reid-Stockley partnership stagnant In light of Ollie Watkins’ departure, the signing of youngster Jayden Stockley was surprising given the similarities […]
Jayden Stockley shines as Exeter City bounce back in style
P rior to Exeter City’s clash with 20th placed Morecambe, there was clear cause for concern for both sides. Just four days before, in front of a bumper crowd of 4,700 including over 400 Grecian Society members, City fell to a ruthless Notts County side 0-3. The glaring omission of talisman Jordan Moore-Taylor at the […]
Best ever FIFA songs: The definitive list
A true hallmark of a good FIFA is the accompanying soundtrack; invariably, EA are masters at curating a playlist that complements the game-play. Here, Nick Marsden completes the authoritative list of the best songs to feature since the advent of the most successful footballing video game. 1. The Big Bang- Rock Mafia This track has it […]
Live Review: Mac DeMarco @ O2 Academy Brixton
After the recent release of This Old Dog, one expected Mac DeMarco’s set at Brixton on the 31st May to be a relatively promotional show, bookended with the occasional track from the ever popular Salad Days, however Mac delivered what was truly an enthralling live performance and left Brixton Academy that night in a state […]
“Never Underestimate the Power of Your Song”: An Interview with Beans on Toast
To read the review of the gig Beans performed after this interview, click here. Obviously your new album Spanner In The Works marks a departure from your previous sound, what’s your musical approach going forward? Good question, I don’t know?! With Spanner in the Works and generally, I write the songs first and then…I guess […]
Live Review: Beans on Toast @ Exeter Phoenix
Beans On Toast. A simple, unassuming English moniker, wholly suitable for Jay McAllister the cult folk performer from Essex. Beans is a one of a kind, if you don’t believe me then maybe the fact that he rocked up to the phoenix stage barefoot, encapsulates his unpretentious personality. The night celebrated Independent Music Week- as […]
Morrisey, the Eccentric
A society with widespread racial discrimination, characterised by post-war austerity and deficiency was never prepared for the gladioli-waving spectacle adorning Steven Patrick Morrissey. Born on May 22nd 1959 in unforgiving Lancashire, Morrissey or ‘Moz’ as he was dubbed by bandmate Johnny Marr, is probably one of the most eccentric figures in the music industry. Given […]