I am a British sociologist living in London. I work as a research associate at Goldsmiths College’s Centre for Urban and Community Research, as an associate lecturer for the Open University and as convenor of New Jewish Thought. My principle areas of expertise are:
- Contemporary Jewish identity, culture and politics.
- Contemporary music scenes and in particular the global extreme metal scene.
- Inter and intra communal dialogue.
- The sociology of denial.
I am available as a consultant for research and education work and have experience of working within a wide range of contexts.
Recent Updates
January 2008: I now have 4 articles up on Guardian Comment is Free
November 21: New articles by me on Liberal Conspiracy and Guardian Comment is Free
September 18th: New entries on the publications page.
May 17th: I now have profiles on Myspace, Facebook
and Library Thing
April 23rd: I am raising money for Action for ME. Sponsor me here
March 22nd: Added media page.
December 4th: My book 'Extreme Metal: Music and Culture on the Edge' is now out!
See an (admittedly very short) interview with me in 'Metal: A Headbanger's Journey'!