Civil War Multiverse: The Romulan Incident (Version Two): Chapter 3: The Weight of Ancient Grudges

The Council Chamber, usually a place of strained diplomacy, was buzzing with a barely concealed hostility. Ambassador Londo Mollari of the Centauri Republic, his elaborate purple robes shimmering under the chamber lights, was engaged in a particularly theatrical tirade, his voice booming across the room.

Civil War Multiverse: The Romulan Incident (Version Two): Chapter 2: Echoes and Arrivals

The arrival of the Romulan Warbird had sent ripples throughout Babylon 5, palpable even in the bustling Zocalo. Security patrols, comprised entirely of Starfleet officers, were subtly augmented, their gazes lingering on any Romulan staff moving through the corridors. Chief Garibaldi’s eyes were everywhere, a constant presence that was both reassuring and a little unnerving.

Civil War Multiverse: The Romulan Incident (Version Two): Chapter 1: The Serpent's Visit

The hum of Babylon 5 was a constant companion, a testament to the thousands of lives and countless systems operating within its vast cylindrical structure. For Commander Jeffrey Sinclair, it was a sound that had slowly become the rhythm of his new reality. Six months had passed since the station became fully operational, six months of navigating the diplomatic labyrinth that was a neutral outpost in a galaxy still reeling from the Earth-Minbari War and forever shaped by the Cold War between the Federation and the Romulan Star Empire.

Civil War Multiverse: The Romulan Incident (Version Two): Prologue

So, having used AI in an attempt at a possible re-imagination of the first story, I decided…..to try imagining the first story again. Here’s a second version of the first story, again involving the Romulans arriving at Babylon 5.

Social Media Discoveries 53: Sons of Apollo, The Julia Set, Mike Goodspeed, Secret Moon and More!

We've reached episode 53 of the Social Media Discoveries series, and this week with got a nice mixture of songs from around the world, including an American rock supergroup, a duo who formed in Bali, a jazz band from Bangkok, and some good old fashioned blue grass boys all the way from the deep south.....coast of England.

The United States of America Have Become the Bullies of the World

The United States of America have become the bullies of the world.

If you don't give them what they want they'll threaten you with violence until you give it to them, and if you still don't give it to them they'll attack you without considering the consequences.

If you do anything to criticise them they'll do everything they can to silence you, even going as far as threatening you with violence.

If you accuse them of anything, they'll deny it instantly, even if the evidence is against them, in heavily blacked out documents.


And if you stand up against them and tell them what they're doing is wrong they'll portray themselves as the innocent party.

Trump and his cronies are cowards. A president for peace? The biggest joke in American political history, and the MAGA boot lickers fell for it.

The Thursday Rock Show: Scorpions, Def Leppard, Bryan Ferry, Prince & More!

We're heading back to the eighties once again for the latest edition of The Thursday Rock Show for some power ballads, some radio-friendly rock, and a song that was at one time the least successful single in the history of the UK singles charts.

The Radbourne Family Bible

 

I'd like to share this part of my family's history with you.

If I remember correctly, Dad rescued this copy of the bible while was was working as a refuse collector many years ago. (I'm sure someone can give the full story.) It's been a part of our family since then, and was always held in high regard.

Social Media Discoveries 52: Kaine, Arielle, Sirrus Minor, Sorting Infinity and More!

We're on to episode 52 of the Social Media Discoveries series, and we've got plenty of rock in various forms for you this week, along with a bit of jazz for you at the end.

The Thursday Rock Show: Rush, Billy Squier, Sammy Hagar, Foreigner and More!

It's time for The Thursday Rock Show once again, and this time we're focusing our energies on acts from across the pond, with some from the USA, some from Canada, and an Anglo-American representative.

Social Media Discoveries 51: Constructing Infinity, Water Tower, Sam Rapallo, Mega & More!

It's time for Episode 51 of Social Media Discoveries. Did you hear the new theme? Anyway, we've got our usual mix of music from all around the world, from California, Cleveland, and all the way down to New Zealand.

What is "Julian Radbourne: Originals"?

So, what is "Julian Radbourne: Originals"?

Well, having produced and released a couple of AI-made albums remaking other songs, I decided to re-visit my childhood and look at some of the ideas my brother Michael and I had when we were very, very young. Although we weren't musicians, we both loved music, and we put together a few songs, singing them into a tape recorder, and so on. You get the drift.

Civil War Multiverse: The Romulan Incident Chapter 7: The Distant Echo

The air in the Babylon 5 Council Chamber crackled with an unusual tension. Commander Tomalok, representing the Romulan Star Empire, stood before the assembled ambassadors, his demeanor rigid, his expression grim. Gone was the usual Romulan arrogance; in its place was a chilling earnestness that, for some, was more unsettling than any display of hostility.

Civil War Multiverse: The Romulan Incident Chapter 6: The Storm Gathers

A ship arrived without warning, unannounced, its presence sudden and jarring. The station's comm systems crackled to life as Commander Dorg of the Klingon Empire hailed the station.

Civil War Multiverse: The Romulan Incident Chapter 5: The Council Meeting

The day of the Council meeting had finally arrived, and Tomalok was preparing to present the Romulan Empire's case for joining the Babylon 5 Council. As he stood outside the Council chamber, he felt a sense of anticipation and nervousness. This was a crucial moment for the Romulans, and he knew that the other ambassadors would be skeptical of their claims.

To Be Or Not To Be, or How to Turn a Mel Brooks Song into Nu-Metal

In 1983 Mel Brooks released the comedy war film "To Be Or Not To Be", based on the 1942 Jack Benny film. To promote the film, Brooks released a rap song called "To Be Or Not To Be", aka "The Hitler Rap", although the song wasn't included in the film.

The Thursday Rock Show: Music To Grow Up To Again

New theme tune, new show for The Thursday Rock Show as we take a look at some of the singles I owned back in the day with a show we've subtitled "Music to Grow Up To Again".

Civil War Multiverse: The Romulan Incident Chapter 4: The Shadow Agent

Tomalok sat in his quarters, reviewing the latest intelligence reports on the Klingon Empire. He was deep in thought, analyzing the data and looking for any patterns or weaknesses that the Romulans could exploit. The soft hum of the station's systems and the faint glow of the console screens were the only sounds and lights in the dimly lit room.

Civil War Multiverse: The Romulan Incident Chapter Three: Aftermath

Kor slowly opened his eyes, groaning as the bright light of his quarters pierced through his skull. He was lying on his bed, fully clothed, and his head was pounding. He vaguely remembered the events of the previous night, the argument with the Romulans, and the security team arriving to break it up.

Civil War Multiverse: The Romulan Incident Chapter Two: The Politics of Alliance

Commander Sinclair sat in his office, surrounded by his senior officers, including Lieutenant Commander Susan Ivanova and Chief Michael Garibaldi. The tension in the room was palpable as they discussed the Romulan proposal.