Seb Duggan

@sebduggan.uk

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Building websites since 1994 (CFML/HTML/CSS/JS). Serial rescue dog re-homer. Ageing recreational cricketer. Newly obsessed with analogue audio (vinyl, reel-to-reel). Based in Hampshire, UK.

A square album cover of Exotic Birds and Fruit by Procol Harum features a richly detailed still-life scene with colourful birds, grapes, peaches, and lush foliage. The artwork is bordered by a dark frame, with the band’s name at the top and the album title elegantly scripted along the bottom.
A black-and-white dog - Jethro - trots across a sunlit grassy field, his tongue hanging out and tail raised high. The dog’s greying muzzle and alert expression suggest an older but energetic companion. Soft-focus greenery in the background gives the outdoor scene a calm, late-summer feel.
A small grey and brindled dog (Lawrence) stands outdoors on muddy ground, wearing a black harness. His tongue curls up over his nose in mid-lick, giving a playful expression. Trees and greenery blur softly in the background, while the dog’s greying face and alert eyes are captured in sharp focus.
A sealed copy of Flux, by Alison Goldfrapp, on audio cassette
Graphic showing a “Wordle in 1” badge
Allister Heath headline generator: The public are finally waking up to the monstrous reality of Dame Judi Dench
Black Box Recorder on stage at the Luminaire in London in 2009
Black Box Recorder on stage at The Luminaire in London back in 2009
Four CD jewel cases are arranged in a neat grid on a dark surface. Two R.E.M. albums, Automatic for the People and Out of Time, sit above Monster, while Elvis Costello & The Attractions appears alongside, each cover displaying its distinctive artwork and typography.
A black vinyl record turns steadily on a minimalist turntable, the tonearm lowered and a chunky record weight centred on the spindle. Above, on a slim wooden display shelf, the bright yellow sleeve of Local Hero by Mark Knopfler adds bold colour and contrast to the calm listening-room setting.
Guardian obituary for Robert Duvall. Picture shows him in character in Apocalypse Now, on the beach with a hand on one hip and a machine gun on the other…
Snapshot of the top-valued SACDs on my Discogs account. Highest-valued is David Bowie "Heathen", with a median value of £86.45
A black vinyl record spins on a minimalist turntable, the tonearm resting lightly on the groove and the pale centre label rotating in soft blur. Above, on a narrow wooden display shelf, the colourful sleeve of The Humblebums adds whimsical, illustrated artwork to the calm listening-room setting.
CSS snippet from browser dev tools showing a 10px blur filter rule disabled
Close up of the spines of several web development books on a bookshelf, with Introducing HTML5 in the middle
A large dog lies on his back across a soft grey blanket, legs splayed in the air and paws curled loosely. His brindled and white coat catches the warm indoor light, and his relaxed expression and open posture suggest deep, comfortable sleep on a cushioned bed.
A black vinyl record plays on a minimalist turntable with the tonearm lowered, its white centre label softly blurred by motion. Above it, Paul Simon’s The Rhythm of the Saints sleeve rests on a narrow wooden display shelf, its warm-toned artwork adding colour to the calm listening-room scene.
A black vinyl record spins on a modern turntable with the tonearm lowered, its green centre label softly blurred by motion. Above it, a Clannad album sleeve with ornate Celtic artwork and warm red and gold tones hangs on the wall, giving the space a calm, curated listening-room feel.
Castro podcast app release notes (extract): - Fix an issue where if a podcast releases multiple episodes at once, Castro might not mark one of them as new
Fondue scene from Asterix in Switzerland
A black vinyl record spins on a minimalist turntable, the tonearm gently lowered onto the groove. The deck sits on a clean shelf, its dust cover raised. On the wall above, a framed copy of The White Room by The KLF adds bold blue colour and graphic contrast, giving the space a calm, curated listening-room feel.
A turquoise vinyl record spins on a black turntable with the tonearm lowered. On the wall behind, an album sleeve by The Cords shows two women standing on an underground platform.
The contents of the Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here 50th Anniversary Deluxe Boxset. Visible are 4 clear vinyl LPs, a reproduction Japanese 7" single, 2 CDs, a BluRay disc, and assorted booklets and artwork.
A glossy black Christmas bauble hangs among green pine needles, reflecting warm white fairy lights. Painted on its surface is a stylised woman’s face with pale skin and vivid red hair, softly lit and surrounded by festive bokeh in the background. The painted image is a rendition of Toyah Willcox, from her 1981 single "Thunder in the Mountains".
A CD jewel case lies on a dark surface, showing the album Seven by James. The cover features a soft-focus photograph of a baby’s feet against a muted background, with the band name written in red script near the top.
A Technics reel-to-reel deck stands on a dark wooden surface, its large black and clear reels spinning tape across polished guides. Twin VU meters glow beneath an array of knobs and switches. To the right, a sleeve of the Beatles’ Abbey Road is displayed upright beside the machine.
A Technics SL-P555 compact disc player sits on a shelf, its tray closed and display illuminated. The bright screen shows track and time information, with numerous buttons and a large control dial to the right. The unit has a dark finish and rests on metal feet.
A screenshot from the 1983 platform game Chuckie Egg shows Hen-House Harry climbing ladders between green platforms to collect yellow eggs while avoiding blue birds. At the top left, a large bird sits in a cage, ready to be released in later levels. The bright magenta score and level display contrast with the simple pixel graphics typical of early 1980s home computer games.
An album cover titled The Music From Bagpuss is displayed on a wooden shelf against a pale wall. The artwork features a stylised pink and white striped cat with blue eyes and a simple, charming design. Below, the cover credits Sandra Kerr and John Faulkner, evoking the nostalgic warmth of the beloved children’s television classic.
A woman with short, curly blonde hair smiles gently at the camera in bright daylight. She wears a light, checked button-up shirt and sits outdoors beside a pot of colourful flowers. Her expression is calm and warm, the sunlight highlighting her hair and the natural textures of her face, evoking a sense of quiet contentment.
An albino squirrel with bright white fur and pinkish-red eyes sits upright in the grass, clutching food delicately in its paws. Its fluffy tail curls behind, while its gaze is fixed forward, giving a striking and direct portrait. The vivid green grass contrasts sharply with the squirrel’s pale colouring, making it stand out in the natural setting.
Flux by Alison Goldfrapp, on a factory-sealed cassette tape
Cover of the book “Oeuvre: Drew Struzan”
An albino squirrel with white fur and pink eyes sits low in the grass, nibbling on food held in its tiny paws. Its body is partially hidden by the tall green blades, while soft purple flowers and leafy undergrowth blur in the background, adding a touch of colour to the natural setting.
An albino squirrel with striking white fur and pink eyes stands upright on green grass, holding a nut in its mouth. Its long, fluffy tail extends behind it, almost as long as its body. In the background, dark green ivy and undergrowth provide contrast, making the squirrel’s pale coat appear even more vivid and unusual.
A striking white squirrel with pink eyes, likely an albino, is perched on a tree branch surrounded by ivy and green foliage. Its bushy white tail fans out behind it, contrasting sharply with the earthy tones of the bark and leaves. The squirrel clutches its front paws close to its chest, alert yet calm in its natural woodland setting.
A vinyl record spins on a modern black turntable, its tonearm lowered onto the record. Above, the album sleeve for Lionrock – An Instinct for Detection is displayed on a wooden wall shelf. The artwork depicts a man in a suit smoking a pipe, the smoke forming a red lion’s head, against a stylised background of dark trees and a warm yellow sky.
Website in Safari on iOS 18. Top of screen uses the colour set by the theme-color meta tag.
iPhone lock screen showing a dog running in a field. His name is Jethro.
Jethro, a brindle mixed-breed dog, sits on the back seat of a car looking bright and alert. He has a red vet bandage on one foreleg.
The album cover for An Instinct for Detection by Lionrock features a vintage-style illustration of a man in a suit and coat, smoking a pipe. His smoke forms the shape of a red lion’s head. The band’s name “Lionrock” and the album title appear above in bold serif fonts. The design evokes a detective noir aesthetic with stylised elegance.
A happy brindle and white dog with a grey muzzle walks across a sunlit grassy field, his tongue hanging out and one ear perked up. The background features tall grass and wildflowers, suggesting a warm day outdoors in a natural setting.
Screenshot from the Audible app, suggesting authors similar to Stephen King. First in the list is Richard Bachman, who does bear a striking resemblance.
Spelling Bee achievement screen showing Queen Bee - all possible words found
Close-up of the badge on the front of a Q-Acoustic bookshelf speaker, showing the protective plastic film being peeled off
A black vinyl record spins on a turntable beneath the album cover for C’era Una Volta Il West (Once Upon a Time in the West), with music by Ennio Morricone. The cover features a sepia-toned image of a steam train and figures set against rugged mountains, capturing the film’s epic Western atmosphere. The scene blends cinematic soundtrack with classic analogue listening.
A black vinyl record spins on a turntable beneath the vivid and surreal album cover of In the Court of the Crimson King by King Crimson. The artwork features a distorted red face screaming in anguish, with wide, panicked eyes. The setup combines iconic progressive rock imagery with classic analogue playback.
A wooden tabletop displays the original 4 Way Street reel-to-reel tape by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. The transparent reel shows brown magnetic tape wound around clear plastic hubs, while the black album cover above features a blue-toned montage of the quartet performing under their name in white lettering.
A black vinyl record spins on a turntable beneath the cover of This is Buddy Guy!, a live album by the legendary blues guitarist. The cover shows a dynamic photo of Buddy Guy performing, with bold text announcing “His fantastic in-person performance recorded live!” The setup highlights raw blues energy captured in an analogue format.
A black vinyl record spins on a turntable beneath the iconic album cover of Graceland by Paul Simon. The off-white sleeve features a small medieval-style illustration of a horse and rider, with a sticker highlighting key tracks like “You Can Call Me Al.” The setup evokes the warmth of classic 1980s worldbeat and folk-pop on analogue format.
A black vinyl record spins on a turntable beneath a blue and yellow Greensleeves record sleeve, prominently displaying the label’s name in bold yellow text. The sleeve features a circular cutout, revealing the record’s label when stored. The setup captures the spirit of classic reggae and dancehall releases from the renowned Greensleeves label.
A black vinyl record spins on a turntable beneath the album cover of Now Ain’t the Time for Your Tears by Wendy James. The cover features a close-up of James’ face in soft focus with vintage styling, framed by bold typewriter-style text. The overall scene blends 1990s pop-rock sensibilities with classic analogue listening.
A translucent green vinyl record spins on a turntable beneath the album cover of Dawn of the Rats by The Boomtown Rats. Styled like a retro horror movie poster, the artwork features a large menacing rat against a blood-red and yellow cityscape, with bold yellow text and cast-style credits. The setup evokes a theatrical flair with punk rock attitude.
Selfie of me with copious wild hair, taken back in Covid times…
A vinyl record spins on a turntable beneath the mounted album cover of Latin Goes Ska, a compilation featuring Tommy McCook & The Skatalites. The vibrant cover art showcases a dancing couple in mid-twirl, evoking the fusion of Jamaican ska rhythm with Latin flair. The scene highlights vintage Caribbean energy paired with analogue music enjoyment.
A stack of vinyl records lies fanned out on a carpeted floor, with Peter Tosh – Greatest Hits on top, featuring a bold red, gold, and green design. Other visible records include releases by Public Image Ltd, John Mayall, Isobel Campbell, and an EMI recording archive edition. A sticker on the Tosh album notes it as a Record Store Day exclusive, pressed on tri-colour vinyl.
A black vinyl record spins on a turntable beneath the mounted cover of the Reality Bites original motion picture soundtrack. The artwork features the film’s main characters—played by Ben Stiller, Winona Ryder, and Ethan Hawke—standing in front of a graffiti-covered wall. The scene evokes 1990s nostalgia with its blend of film and music culture.
A black and yellow split-colour vinyl record spins on a turntable beneath a mounted album cover of New Clear Days by The Vapors. The cover features a stylised image of a weatherman pointing at a forecast map, blending pop art with Cold War-era themes. The setup combines visual nostalgia with analogue audio charm.
A Technics reel-to-reel tape recorder is in use, with spinning reels and VU meters illuminated. In front of the machine is a reel case for A New Time – A New Day by The Chambers Brothers, released on Columbia Stereo Tape. The bold, colourful album art adds a vibrant contrast to the sleek, vintage audio equipment.