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Today (Friday 28th August) will see US singer-songwriter,  Lauren Alaina  release her brand new album, Stages which is made up of 16 songs forming three different stages of her life. Stage 1: The Dreaming Babies Raising Babies (featuring Tyler Suddeth)  features Lauren reminisces about her childhood that I caught myself getting a little teary over as you could hear a mix of emotions remembering me of the reason I became a fan of Lauren's music in the first place. The songwriting is beautiful throughout, but Tyler's vocals and harmonies are a wonderfully addition. Tyler's vocals on the second verse added a wonderful family dynamic to the song that made it even more special as you can hear how proud Lauren is to have her brother on this track. Babies Raising Babies is the perfect opening track. Those Kind of Women  is song of female empowerment where all the different kind of women that Lauren was raised by/ on getting appreciated in a way that many of her listeners wi...

During next week's visits to Coronation Street , Weatherfield viewers will see Lauren Bolton visit Betsy Swain, but much to her annoyance spends the whole time texting Ollie Driscoll. Later, Betsy admitted to Lisa Connor-Swain that she feels lonely. The following day, Betsy's supported by her physiotherapist she stands up for the first time since her stroke. Photo Credit: ITV/ Coronation Street As Lauren suggested to Ollie that they pay for Betsy a visit and take her some of his cake, however when Lauren calls around with Ollie, but the question remains how will Betsy react? In the final episode of the week, Lauren lays down the law to Betsy and tells her she's taking her out for lunch. However, in the Bistro, Betsy knocks some cutlery off the table. Lauren quickly goes to her aid, but when Debbie Webster jokes that she's drunk, Betsy's mortified. Coronation Street airs Monday - Friday at 8.30pm on ITV1, and YouTube, and ITVX from 7am.

Tomorrow (Friday 21st August) will see singer-songwriter, Anne Wilson release her brand new single, Who I Am To You. Photo Credit: Sophia Mantinazad Who I Am To You  has an upbeat instrumental mixed with Anne's crisp rocky tone alongside the heartfelt lyrics is the perfect blend. The honesty within all three verses is beautiful with the lyrics being ones I caught myself at times connecting with. The chorus' super catchy and strong making you realise that 'Who I Am is Who I Am To You' is different to every single person in our lives and that's ok whether it's good or not, and at every stage in our lives. The feelings of empowerment throughout is brilliant. However, there is something about the second verse that reminds you it's ok to not have healed from bad experiences and having these mixed feelings is normal, the bridge highlighting the songs key lyrics is great. You can follow Anne on her instagram here .

This week's interview is with Jessica Sevier , and Ryan Langdon who are set to perform at The British Country Music Festival in Blackpool on Friday 4th September as well as a co-headline tour. Hello Jessica and Ryan, how are you? Jessica: Hey, doing well! Super excited to be preparing for our UK tour; it's coming up fast! Ryan: I'm doing great! I’m really excited. The UK tour has been something I've been looking forward to for a long time, and now that it's getting closer, the excitement is definitely starting to kick in. I can't wait to get over there, play some shows and meet some new fans. Before we go any further, could I please ask you both to introduce yourself a little? Jessica: I'm Jessica Sevier, a country artist from Toronto, Canada. I like to blend influences of rock, country, pop and Americana in my music, creating a sound that is uniquely me. I like to write music that tells a story and sometimes covers hard truths that need to be shared. If y...

Today (Friday 14th August), singer-songwriter, Emily Ann Roberts is releasing her latest single, Laundry. Photo Credit: Matthew Berinato Emily Ann's crisp tones begin  Laundry brilliantly allowing for her songwriting to shine through. Laundry is one emotional that much is obvious from the first line as you can feel a mix of emotions as you can hear the unfaithfulness of a relationship, whilst also reminding yourself that it's ok to be in slow line in life as you begin to get yourself back together alongside wanting more, whilst having a 90's country feel. However, on the flip side it's about the people that only ever air other people's laundry and not always for the right reasons - it's a song that lets you decide your take! Its the second verse into chorus that I caught myself getting teary over as the meaning of song changed once again, and couldn't stop myself feeling for anyone that has ever been in that situation, whilst hearing Emily Ann's gorge...

This week's interview with Karissa Ella who released her latest single, The Country on Friday 24th July. I was very lucky to have had the opportunity to catch up with to talk about this single, and plans for the rest of 2026. Hello Karissa,  You recently released The Country, can you please tell us a little about the song? The Country is really just a big thank you to the people who make our everyday lives possible. I think we all enjoy the food on our tables, the clothes on our backs, and the roofs over our heads, but we don't always stop and think about where it all starts. This song is a fun, feel good reminder that so much of what we use every single day comes from the country and from the hardworking people who make it happen. How have you found the response to the song? It's been so cool! I've had people from all walks of life reaching out saying, “What a great reminder” Or just simply loving the whole vibe of the song! It’s been great feedback! I have to ask as a...

During next week's visits to Chester, Hollyoaks family The Keanes could face an emotional week as Jonah Keane reveals a buried family secret to his son, Caleb. Photo Credit: Lime Pictures/ Hollyoaks The week begins with Jonah Keane wanting to celebrate his late wife, Debbie's birthday, but wanting to feel closer to his mum who always dreamed of going travelling, Caleb Keane asks Frankie Osborne to see the world with him. As Jonah struggles to accept that his son Caleb wants to fly the nest, he tells Caleb a buried family secret. The following day, Jonah throws a BBQ to celebrate his late wife, but Caleb thinks it's ill-timed given last night's confession. Hollyoaks airs Monday to Wednesday at 7pm on E4 and 4OD.

As the drama in the Yorkshire Dales continues this summer, new allegiances from loyalty, commitment, or faithfulness are formed and old feuds are reignited.  With Gabby Thomas, Charity Dingle, Dawn Fletcher, Sarah Sugden, Serena Sugden, and Sadie King all taking centre stage it's set to be an explosive season that will leave the Emmerdale village changed forever. Charity Dingle  is desperate to protect her family. However, she soon finds herself caught in a web of lies that threatens to shatter everything she holds dear reaching a climax as with a confession that is set to rock the village to its core. With the dramatic return of  Sadie King  after 20 years away, it's clear that she has an agenda with her arrival sparking surprise with the character set to reveal a startling secret that will leave the village reeling. With  Dawn Fletcher 's big day fast approaching as she is set to marry Joe Tate, the character will find herself caught in the crossfire of a...

Betsy Swain and Lauren Bolton have always had a strong friendship, however, during next week's visits to Weatherfield viewers will see the friends continue to struggle knowing how best to support one another. The week begins with Betsy confiding in Ryan Connor that she'd like to speak with Dylan Wilson, however having been summoned by Ryan, Dylan calls round to see Betsy. As Betsy tries to reassure him that she doesn't blame him for her condition, they're interrupted by the arrival of Lisa Connor-Swain. Photo Credit: ITV/ Coronation Street The following day Lauren Bolton and Brody Michaelis visit Betsy who is struggling to talk. Lauren is horrified when Ryan reveals Dylan called round, and as the speech therapist arrives, Betsy continues to struggle with her words. Lauren insists to Brody that Dylan must be held accountable. Later, in the precinct, Nina Lucas finds Dylan unconscious. But when Dylan wakes up, will he be able to tell who attacked him? As the week continue...

Fresh off a breakthrough chapter that cemented them as one of Country music's most exciting rising acts, ACM Award-winning duo Tigirlily Gold today (Thursday 23rd July) have announced their highly anticipated sophomore album, Country & Midwestern arriving Friday 9th October, 2026 available to pre-order here . Alongside the announcement, sisters Kendra Olson and Krista Slaubaugh are set to release the album's latest track, "Something To Drink About" tomorrow (Friday 24th July) offering another preview of the project that proudly embraces the values, humor, and resilience of the place that raised them. Named after their proud North Dakota roots and their previously released song of the same name, "Country & Midwestern" the album is a celebration of a region often overlooked in Country music conversations despite embodying the very spirit the genre was built on. For Tigirlily Gold, being "Midwestern" has always meant hard work, family, faith,...

Following Betsy Swain's terrifying ordeal during this week's episodes to Weatherfield based soap, Coronation Street, viewers next week will see Betsy confront the truth as reality begins to sink in. Photo Credit: ITV/ Coronation Street At the start of the week on the cobbles of Weatherfield, Brody Michaelis' annoyed with Dylan Wilson for spreading lies about him and makes it clear that if he were in Betsy Swain's shoes he'd press charges with no hesitation. Whilst, Ryan Connor tells Dylan some home truths which make him question his part in what happened to Betsy. Later as Dylan visits Betsy and tells her that he now accepts that he's responsible for her condition and he couldn't be more sorry. When a police officer arrives to take Betsy's statement, a terrified Dylan makes himself scarce. Later in the week as Lauren visits Betsy, who she finds struggling with her physio exercises, however, its when Betsy admits to her friend that she needs the toilet, L...

This week's interview is with singer-songwriter, Stella Lain  who describes herself as The Country Barbie as we chat all this festivals, her single Moving On, and her 2026 plans. Hello Stella, how are you? I'm great, thank you. How are you? I am pleased, I am good thank you! As a new artist to many of our readers, could I please ask you to introduce yourself to our readers? Sure! I'm Stella Lain, also known as The Country Barbie. I am a singer/songwriter based in the UK, and I've been writing songs since the age of 10 years old. My music mainly celebrates self-confidence, unapologetic femininity and self-love; think Country music with a touch of pink. I've been recognised by the likes of BBC Introducing, and I am now proudly sponsored by UK Country Hats. March 2026, saw the release of your latest single, Moving On can you tell us a little about the song, and the response you have had? I wrote the song a few years ago, breaking away from a relationship where he decid...

It's been a long time since I wrote an opinion piece on Hollyoaks and Frankie Osborne especially. However, the past few weeks have seen a change in the character, and one I am enjoying seeing even though, I have a feeling the character will end up being the one to get hurt. Since the car crash, the character was injured in back in April, it's safe to say that Frankie Osborne's direction has taken a turn since her dance school journey was put on hold due to her injury, however since the Keanes' have arrived a new side of Frankie has been shown since meeting her now boyfriend, Caleb who was also injured in the crash alongside Jack's daughter, Beth, her husband Jonah and son, Maddox. However with Frankie already knowing too much about Caleb's step-mum, Beth Keane after discovering a box hidden under her bed with a teddy bear, and a ripped photo hiding the truth. Last week's episodes saw the fiery side of Frankie Osborne arrive once again following Leah Barnes...

From the very moment, Serena Sugden arrived in Emmerdale there have been many questions raised through her behaviour especially as she continues to ask questions about John Sugden. When Serena hides her laptop research from both Robert Sugden, and Vanessa Woodfield - questions are asked. However, Vanessa tells Moira Dingle that Serena was asking questions about John Sugden leading to Moira warning Robert that Serena must never know the truth about John. Photo Credit: ITV/ Emmerdale Meanwhile, Kev Townsend suddenly remembers where he knows Serena from and tell Robert. I have a mixed feeling about this, but if there is a prison connection I wouldn't be surprised. Yet Aaron Dingle remains distrustful of Serena,  and who can blame him always wanting to protect Robert from any hurt. Photo Credit: ITV/ Emmerdale  The next day, whilst walking in the field, Robert is struck unconscious by a runaway farm trailer. Aaron is suspicious that Serena happened to be at the scene. Aaron and hi...

During next week's visit to Weatherfield, Coronation Street viewers will see Betsy Swain and Dylan Wilson look to their future, that is until disaster hits. The week begins with Betsy Swain making a disastrous attempt at cooking breakfast for Dylan Wilson, Betsy asks him for some cooking lessons, but whilst showing Betsy how to make a bolognaise, he assures her that they'll make their long distance relationship work. Betsy smiles and they hug. Although, it's not long until disaster strikes when an ambulance pulls away from Number 6 with its siren blaring. At the hospital, Ryan Connor explains to Carla Connor-Swain how he returned home to find Betsy unconscious on the kitchen floor. Photo Credit: ITV/ Coronation Street At Betsy's bedside a nurse explains to a tearful Lisa Connor-Swain that they are taking Betsy for an MRI Scan. As Dylan arrives to see Betsy but comes running out of the room telling Lisa and Carla that she seems to be having some kind of fit. Lisa and Car...

From the very moment that Serena Sugden arrived on our screens during Tuesday 23rd June's episode of Emmerdale during a worrying time for Charity Dingle. There was something within Serena and Charity's heart-to-heart that saw Charity have a moment of realisation that the truth needed to be revealed for everyone's sake. However, it was the moment that Serena came face-to-face with Sarah Sugden after she broke into Emmerdale Farm looking for her cousin, Robert Sugden. However, it was during Tuesday's episode (30th June), that Serena reunited with him where she was asking a lot of questions about John Sugden with Robert informing her much to her jokes that all those things she heard John actually did, I do wonder if she knows more than she is letting on. Photo Credit: ITV/ Emmerdale It was during this week's episode where Serena began questioning Aaron and Robert's relationship got me thinking that maybe there is a lot more to why she is really in the village and ...

Today (Friday 3rd July) British country duo,  The Shires  made up of singer-songwriters, Ben Earle and Crissie Rhodes have released their brand new album, Bonfire which is made up of 12 tracks. Opening up the new era of The Shires' music and album is  Bonfire Song which is an upbeat song which I personally feel opens up this album up brilliantly. There is something beautifully about Ben's opening vocals that made me want to get up and dance, whilst also reminding me why I enjoy The Shires' music so much. Crissie and Ben's harmonies within the chorus are beautifully soulful, setting up the second verse wonderfully for Crissie with Ben's harmonies continuing. Getaway Car  is a brilliantly written song and a great first release of their new album. Crissie and Ben's tones together especially in the first verse, along with their harmonies are beautiful giving a raw feel. The chorus is filled with many catchy lyrics that honestly made me want to instantly sing along -...

During a special double episode set to air next Wednesday (8th July), newly returned Leah Barnes and her fiancé Imran Maalik invite their closest friends - Vicky Grant, Prince McQueen, Frankie Osborne, and Caleb Keane to an elegant dinner party that will leave them facing life-changing decisions. Leah and Imran welcome their guests aboard their newly refurbished houseboat for what appears to be a glamorous evening of fine dining. But once the hired staff depart, the real reason for the gathering is revealed. With plans already in motion for her latest business venture, Leah presents her friends with a big proposition - confess a secret you've been carrying and receive £100,000 in return, all in the name of scientific research with Leah opening up about her own experiences in America revealing that things initially failed to live up to expectations until a university lecturer recognised her potential. The pair are now collaborating on research exploring whether a digital confessiona...

During next week's visits to Emmerdale , viewers will see newcomer Serena Sugden played by West End star, Casey Al-Shaqsy as well as Kev Townsend returning to the Emmerdale village. Photo Credit: ITV/ Emmerdale During next week's episodes, Sarah Sugden will become suspicious when newcomer, Serena Sugden arriving in the village looking for her cousin, Robert Sugden, when she mentions she knows about John Sugden. Despite this, Sarah discovers that Serena has been living out of her car, offering her a place to stay for the night.  There is definitely a lot o secrets to come following the little information we currently know about the character. Talking about her excitement on joining the show, Casey shared “I'm absolutely thrilled to be joining such an iconic show and playing a Sugden! Serena is a fantastic character with so much going on beneath the surface. I can't wait for the audience to see the drama unfold.” Photo Credit: ITV/ Emmerdale Since viewers were made aware...