Tag Archives: Aretha Franklin

Power to the M People – the Heather Small interview

Posted on March 3, 2018 by

“Stop barking! It’s like, ‘Take notice of me!’ I’ve had to be away from her for the morning. I’ve only had her two years, and I wouldn’t be without her. She’s absolute sunshine.” That’s Heather Small, talking about her beloved … Continue reading →

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Lead us unto The Temptations – the Otis Williams interview

Posted on June 30, 2016 by

At the end of a month in which the world mourned for Muhammad Ali, it seems apt that I’m conducting an interview with the sole surviving original member of a band the revered US boxing legend and civil rights activist … Continue reading →

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Shout? Let it all out – the Lulu interview

Posted on March 17, 2016 by

It was a long time coming, but Lulu’s been fully in charge of her career for at least a quarter of a century now, making up for lost years after at least two decades letting others make her big decisions. … Continue reading →

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Singing the praises of Reef’s return – the Gary Stringer interview

Posted on February 25, 2016 by

Gary Stringer was at home in Somerset earlier this week, making last-minute preparations ahead of Reef’s latest UK and Irish tour, which commences tonight (February 25th) at The Hub in Plymouth. The 42-year-old vocalist is joined by Jack Bessant (bass), … Continue reading →

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