Writings

Kimberley Rew’s written work is not confined only to songwriting. These writings cover some of his interests in many other areas. This section of the website is destined to grow and grow as Kim unearths old essays, band-related information and creates new compositions.

The Soft Boys

An essay written by Kimberley Rew for thesoftboys.com website (no longer online).

The Soft Boys Scrapbook

A fascinating collection of clippings relating to the cult band that Kimberley was in prior to Katrina and The Waves. Look out for more pages from the scrapbook being added to this gallery.

Translationese

Reviews of the Essex Hideaway album via Google’s automatic translator.

Their Satanic Majesties Request

Kimberley’s take on The Stone’s “official mistake” …which happens to be his favourite:
Their Satanic Majesties Request.

In Search of In Pursuit of Spring

From Clapham Junction to the Quantocks in the tyre tracks of Edward Thomas.

Trains

Kim catches the train bug and falls in love with steam.