My British Tour Diary
Royal Revelations: Of Montreal's British Odyssey
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On our trip to England I noticed something obscene
Observation of something socially inappropriate during the trip to England.
People still actually give a shit about the Queen
Noting the continued public interest and concern for the Queen.
Though London girls aren't snobs at all
Contrary to stereotypes, London girls are not snobbish.
and Brighton's lovely in the Fall
Expressing the beauty of Brighton during the Fall season.
Left alone to drive ourselves on the opposite side
Driving on the opposite side of the road in England, emphasizing the potential danger.
Man it was a miracle that nobody died
Highlighting the miraculous aspect of avoiding accidents during the challenging drive.
Hanging out with Steven Drew, Theo,
List of individuals, including Steven Drew, Theo, Paul, and Sorrel, the company during the trip.
Paul and Sorrel too
Describing the social activities and companionship during the journey.
Eating at Welcome Breaks daily
Regularly dining at Welcome Breaks during the trip.
We danced in Leeds with Brit Pop Haley
Recalling a dance event with Brit Pop Haley in Leeds.
Performing with the Apples
Participating in performances with the Apples, a musical collaboration.
and then crashing at the Wrights
Staying at the Wrights' place after performances.
Bitching because Steven booked us
Expressing dissatisfaction with Steven's choice of early flights.
on such early flights
Describing a persistent foggy haze due to lack of sleep during the trip.
Always in a foggy haze
Continuation of the foggy haze theme, indicating a prolonged state of exhaustion.
because we hadn't slept for days
Highlighting the sleep deprivation endured for several days.
Every single one of our London cabbies played
Noting the unappealing techno music played by London cab drivers.
The most truly repellent techno music ever made
Emphasizing the unpleasantness of the techno music.
But they'll drop you without hesitation if you try changing the station
Describing the London cabbies' attitude toward changing the radio station.
Up to our necks in crisps and litter
Describing the cramped and messy conditions within the van.
in the van we dubbed the Gary Glitter
Naming the van as "the Gary Glitter."
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