Thanks to poor timing of concerts and venues, I've once again been unable to see 'The Decemberists' on another brief UK visit. Instead, I'll have to content myself with listening to THIS ARCHIVED CONCERT. Check them out! Also some great Joel Didriksen images.
Fast-forward to 1:20.00 for 'Crane Wife 1 and 2' or check out 'The Island'

Or check out Radio 4's PLANET UNDER THREAT blog.

Another BRIC in the Wall ?

Came across this new acronym recently courtesy of Alan Kinder. It stands for the emerging economic powers of Brazil, Russia, India and China.

The BBC WORLD SERVICE have had an INDIA RISING series this week, and there is an excellent accompanying website with a whole host of intriguing articles that can help you get a bit of a grip on this teeming sub-continent.
Many of India's 360 million people still live on less than 50p per day, so clearly not all of the population is sharing in the boom times...
Check out the INTERACTIVE TOUR of the Dharavi slum (bustee) - an example of slum improvement in action, and take a look at the cost !