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Tubthumping, suffragism and pantheism – the Boff Whalley interview
With ‘one-woman suffragette musical’ Wrong ‘Un about to embark on a 21-day national run, starting at The Lowry Studio, Salford Quays, writewyattuk caught up with the play’s author on the phone from his home in West Yorkshire. Lancashire-born and bred … Continue reading
What to expect in the Premier League in early 2014
On the verge of the New Year, writewyattuk gets the crystal matchball out and takes a punt on what we might be reading about this time next month concerning the English top flight, club by club. Arsenal Arsene Wenger pledges to ensure … Continue reading
Posted in Football, sport
Tagged Arsenal, Aston Villa, Cardiff, Chelsea, Everton, Fulham, Hull City, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Newcastle, Premier League, Tottenham
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It’s a wonderful life (and a marshmallow world, apparently)
I left it a little too late this year. You know how it is – all those work deadlines (some met, some over-hanging) and family commitments. The focused part of you wants to get your workload out of the way … Continue reading
Martha inspires 53 Degrees in a December Heat Wave
I’ve just re-read the chapter dedicated to Martha Reeves in Gerri Hirschey’s excellent 1984 biography Nowhere to Run – The Story of Soul Music. It includes a description of the Alabama-born, Detroit-raised chanteuse warming up for a post-Vandellas era show … Continue reading
Glenn Tilbrook – 53 Degrees, Preston
I’ve said it before, but I’m pleased to see 1991 Squeeze LP Play getting some kudos again all these years on. And it seemed fitting that Glenn Tilbrook started off his solo show at Preston’s 53 Degrees with one of … Continue reading
Glenn’s happy wending on the road
After nearly 40 years on the road, with the band that made his name and various solo and side-projects, Glenn Tilbrook remains as committed as ever to the live cause. You’d have thought he’d have been ready for a break … Continue reading
Holly returns to the Far North for another winter warmer
With the festive season well and truly here, what better way to get in the mood than journeying to the Far North via the power of children’s fiction. And in similar territory to where Holly Webb went last year with … Continue reading
Walsh reaches Turning Point in stellar career
This week former Starsailor front-man James Walsh returns to his native North-West, showcasing songs from his new album in Liverpool and Manchester. The talented singer/songwriter will be at The Kazimier, Wolstenholme Square, Liverpool, on Monday, December 2, then the following … Continue reading
Posted in Books Films, TV & Radio, Music
Tagged Ballymena, Belfast, chorley, James Walsh, Jon Brookes, Lanchester, Lightning Seeds, Liverpool, PledgeMusic, Starsailor, Suzanne Vega, The Charlatans, Turning Point
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Shedding light on proper Cornish living – a writewyattuk review
Whether it’s about his utter disdain for the Jerusalem artichoke, irresponsible welly-wearing, embarrassment at goose courtship rituals, or the highly-emotive pasty ingredient debate, it’s fair to say Pete Cross likes to get a few things off his chest. This Son … Continue reading
Posted in Books Films, TV & Radio
Tagged Cornwall, Cornwall Today, Kernow, Notes From A Cornish Shed, Pete Cross, Shadows In The Sky, Truro
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Frat’s entertainment
FOR someone who gives so much during a live performance and on record for his band, Jon Fratelli is one laid-back dude in conversation. You’d think The Fratellis’ lead vocalist and guitarist – born plain John Lawler – would be … Continue reading
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Tagged 53 Degrees, Chelsea Dagger, Codeine Velvet Club, Costello Music, glasgow, Here We Stand, jon Fratelli, Preston, The Fratellis, We Need Medicine
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