Problematic Youth It was 1987. In the Soviet Union, a political and economic reform programme called “Perestroika” had been underway for two years, aiming to liberalise the rigid socialist system in a desperate attempt to save its bare existence. The Soviets, who had previously controlled everything, suddenly stopped dictating to their satellite states and, to…
I’ve already mentioned in previous parts of this series about how Camden Town became a central hub with a crucial role in the birth and development of the punk subculture, and about some of its iconic venues. Here are more places worth mentioning. It’s also important to note that unlike other parts of London, punk…
From the punk energy of Camden, through the gourmet paradise of Borough Market, to the vintage elegance of Portobello Road and the fishy chaos of Billingsgate — each of these markets offers a unique experience that reflects the city’s history, culture, and contemporary rhythm. Camden Market Regent’s Canal, built in the 19th century, once served…
London’s pubs have their own unique atmosphere. For instance, in Camden Town, you can visit The Good Mixer, regarded as the cradle of Britpop. Oasis and Blur were regulars there, along with Jarvis Cocker, Nick Cave, and in the ’80s, Shane MacGowan—after he was banned from the nearby Devonshire Arms. That pub is still a…
