spoken word Archives - Desperate Living

Derek Raymond’s bleak and brutal crime fiction remains too much for many who like their murder to be lightweight and cosy.

The Pope of Trash announces a festive, filthy US tour.

From the days before phone sex and cam girls, the pioneering efforts to bring aural sex to adult magazine readers.

A new collection of spoken word performances by the Beat legends.

An opportunist vinyl release recording the experiences of rock’s most devoted fans.

An impressive reading of the Poe classic by the legendary Hammer Horror star.