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On Sunday evening (29th January), I attended Canadian artist,  Sykamore  debut London show at The Camden Club which was amazing, and one I enjoyed beyond words. Photo by me  Sykamore opened her set with  We Were Alright  which saw her crisp gorgeous tone highlighted that had audience members listening closely to the songwriting from Sykamore thanks to nostalgic lyrics. Sykamore gave a chat beforehand for her next song,  Record High  which she wrote with Jeff Cohen who was on that line up that evening, it was Sykamore variety of vocal tones that made me smile as the room was silent with the audience members listening closely. Up next was a new song from the talented artist was  Emotional  which showcased Sykamore incredible songwriting with very thought about lyrics that had me hooked due to the way the song was put together. It was beautiful how everyone was listening and enjoying the opportunity to hear new music. California King  is a ...

This Friday (3rd February) will see British country singer-songwriter,  Louise Parker  release her brand new single, Table For One. Photo Credit:  Meglensphoto  (instagram) Table For One  sees Louise's crisp vocal open the song beautifully with lyrics that are relatable to many of us. The songwriting is gorgeous and the story within the lyrics are great especially the catchy ones which happen to be the majority of the song. The change in tempo of the instrumental of Table For One is a brilliant move as it allows Louise to show what a fantastically talented artist, she is. The chorus features emotional lyrics that for me got me thinking as I saw myself relating to certain things throughout hearing the lyrics but the vulnerability from Louise and that I caught myself diving into was one of those moments that I am grateful to have had when I heard this song! These relatable songs are incredible, allowing for tough conversations to be had. As Table For One head...

Emmerdale is soon to be hit with a lot of drama from blackmail, cruel deception, and forbidden, secret liaisons are about to send shockwaves through the village with some serious consequences for the Dingles it appears.  And I for one am very exciting for this drama. You have to love a little Dingle drama! With Paddy Kirk feeling incredibly lonely after discovering the truth about his wife, Chas Dingle's affair with Al Chapman.  I have really felt for Paddy, can see a lot of vulnerability coming through from the character.  Paddy could be forgiven when he finds himself falling in the arms of his ex-wife and good friend, Mandy Dingle. However, as Paddy opens up to Mandy where they take a trip down memory lane seeing old passions are reawakened. Will Mandy's support help Paddy or see him going down into further depression? Photo Credit: ITV/ Emmerdale Ever since Amelia Spencer gave birth to her daughter Esther in October, Noah Dingle has shown greater love and support towar...

Sony Music Nashville/ River House Artists,  Georgia Webster kicks starts an exciting 2023 for the rising star by supporting Kelsea Ballerini on her HeartFirst tour in the UK during February. The HeartFirst tour will begin in Manchester on Wednesday 22nd February, followed by Glasgow and Birmingham before finishing at London's o2 Shepherd Bush Empire on Saturday 25th February. Georgia was also recently announced as the 2023 Pandora Country Artist to Watch and one of CMT’s Next Women of Country in 2023. Georgia released her EP, Chapter 1: Things We’re Not Saying at the end of last year available here . The EP features the tracks “I Hate Phone Calls (Long Distance Sucks)” and “Risk” ft. Jonathan Hutcherson as well as four additional tracks including “X’s,” the song that originally garnered the attention of Kelsea Ballerini and has now over 3 million global streams. Watch the lyric video here . What Georgia says about supporting Kelsea on her UK tour:  “This tour is a dream, I ge...

During next week's visit to Weatherfield, Coronation Street viewers will see the arrival of Daisy Midgeley's mum, Christina arrive on the cobbles played by the brilliant Amy Robbins - Charlotte Jordan is talking about what's to come for her character. Talking about her relationship and wedding plans with her now fiance, Daniel Osborne following his Christmas proposal, Charlotte said:  "Daisy and Daniel are in a really good place, they are very excited to plan their wedding… Well, Daisy is very excited to plan the wedding! It has turned out that Daisy is super into wedding planning and has become a bit of bridezilla! Daniel is dealing with this because Daniel would be happy to get married in a street, in a tracksuit, he wouldn’t care, whereas Daisy wants to plan a very aesthetically pleasing day. But they are in a good space; they are excited, they are in love and they are ready to take on the year." Photo Credit: ITV/ Coronation Street Talking about Christina, wha...

First Time Flyer are a brand new group manged by the brilliant Donna Zanetti of Zimagined who already works with Kezia Gill. First Time Flyers are made up of Tim Prottey-Jones, Vicki Manser, Jake Morrell, and Poppy Fardell who are set to release their debut single, Happier on next Friday (20th January). Photo Credit: Ryan Lavender Happier  starts with an upbeat instrumental that I have to say is the perfectly instrumental for their debut single. The first verse sees Jake take on the lead vocals with lyrics that got me thinking right from the start that carried on throughout the whole song making it a rather special and unique song. On the run up to the chorus and when the chorus came in, Vicki, Poppy and Tim's vocals blended with Jake's perfectly showcasing what an incredibly special and unique super group of artists they are! The lyrics are one that are rather heartfelt mixed with their sensational range of vocal tones between them. The uniqueness within this group is somethin...

Next Friday (20th January) Irish singer-songwriter,  Mairead will be releasing her brand new single, Back Another Day. Photo Credit: Cuan Hawkner Back Another Day  starts with a soft instrumental that I have to say supports the song brilliantly throughout. The first verse sees Mairead's soft vocal at the forefront due to the vulnerability within the lyrics due to the nature of the songs hurt which continues into verse 2 in a way that is beautiful as well as being relatable to many listeners. The chorus features many beautiful moments thanks to Mairead gorgeous tone. The hometown feels got me a little emotional but the fact that moving on is ok even if it can be a little overwhelming. It was as the chorus was repeated the more I caught myself realising a bug change is coming in my life, and that everything I feel is normal and valued. I have to admit the bridge is stunning and the lyrics are heartfelt allowing for another side of Mairead to be shown. As Back Another Day ends th...

Many of us may know  First Time Flyers  as individual artists made up of Tim Prottey-Jones, Vicki Manser, Jake Morrell, and Poppy Fardell. Tim Prottey-Jones  is the founder of Country Americana band, The Wandering Hearts who many of you will be familiar with due to his international success within the band including performances at The Grand Ole Opry, Ryman Auditorium, and the iconic Bluebird Cafe. Tim has been writing for himself as well as other artists along with producing. Tim has also win multiple awards including Best Male Vocalist as well as Best UK Musician at the BCMA Awards. Vicki Manser  is a singer-songwriter who has topped the iTunes Country Chart with her debut single, Pick Me Up as well as being a well known Musical Theatre actress having featured in Six, Rock Of Ages, Bat Out Of Hell, and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Vicki's high energy on stage and her stunning vocals make her a fan favourite. Jake Morrell  was discovered by Dermot O'Lear...

Throughout 2022, Emmerdale had aired many storylines that have kept me guessing as well as lots of audience members, and even allowed for me to think outside of the box, and more you only have to ask my friends about this. This year has seen Emmerdale take us fans on a rollercoaster of a year with many brilliant storylines, as well as some that have left us questioning, but one thing reminds is that it got us talking. Liv and Vinny Dingle's Wedding  happened on 24th February with Liv and Vinny deciding to elope to Daventry for their wedding in the registry office allowing for many of us viewers to get what many of us viewers wanted thanks to the delivery as well as many emotional, beautiful moments to be shared especially throughout the dialogue. The music was beautiful ahead of the vow exchange which were perfect for the characters and their journey over the past 18 months prior. I can't leave this without mentioning about the January scenes in the month prior to their wedding...

Since the beginning of Juliet Nightingale's cancer diagnosis storyline, many Hollyoaks viewers have been saying how brilliant Niamh Blackshaw has been through this storyline so far, and this week has been no different. First of all, I have to say how brilliant soaps doing these storylines as they reach so many people and encourage viewers to spread the word about what they have watched, or if that have any of those symptoms they know how to go about getting checked. During this week's episodes of Hollyoaks , viewers have seen many emotional scenes with Juliet Nightingale allowing for Niamh Blackshaw to show us what a brilliant young actress she is! There have been making emotional moments this week from her attending her first chemo treatment alone that was after she pushed James Nightingale and Ste Hay away leading to Misbah Maalik supporting her in a sweet scene showing that you are never alone. However, a moment that shocked me this week come with the way that Juliet blurted...

2022 has been a fantastic year for Country Music, and it's been so hard to chose a Top 10 of songs for my annual countdown. I found this so hard! Callista Clark's Brave Girl  is a song that from the very first moment, I heard it back in September a few days after my birthday I caught myself instantly connecting with the lyrics and every time I hear it I feel myself getting even more touched by the lyrics and their personally meaning to me. Along with It's Been A Year its my anthem of 2022. I have to give a special mention to Callista's debut album, Real To Me The Way I Feel which is just incredible and there are so many songs on there that inspire me. The day I get to see Callista will be a magical one. Ashley Cooke's It's Been A Year  as this year has been me grow into the person I am today not being a afraid to chase my dream job, even learning from the rejection and becoming a stronger individual because of it - sometimes you just have to do what is right for...

Today (Friday 9th December) will see US country pop singer-songwriter,  Halle Kearns  release her brand new single, Moment. Moment  has a guitar instrumental that supports the song brilliantly throughout. The first verse sees a reflective side to the song, whilst also remaining very true to who Halle is as an artist with her crisp tone. The honesty within Halle's songwriting is wonderful and something that I have a lot of appreciation for. Growing up is hard as are relationships we encounter, and sometimes you have to remember that you are only in certain moments once that we need to grab the opportunities with both hands. The chorus has such a sentimental feel that I caught myself getting emotional over as it's hard hitting thanks to the heartfelt lyrics. The lyrics get you thinking and reminding us about how it's the little things that matter most, and that we should never miss out on the things that make us the happiest. The second verse continues the songs meanin...

With Amelia Spencer about to christen her daughter, Esther it wouldn't be a soap without drama during the ceremony would it? It’s the day of Amelia Spencer’s daughter, Esther’s christening who is touched by her boyfriend, Noah Dingle’s support who has been there for her during her pregnancy and now adjusting to her journey into motherhood. It’s lovely to see how much he genuinely cares and wants the best for them both. Following Lydia Dingles help in organising the christening, she is disappointed when Samson Dingle refuses to accompany her to his daughter’s christening. Chloe Harris and Amy Wyatt are confrontational around cousins Chas and Charity. However, when Amy and Chloe arrive at Esther’s christening following Chas’ invite, Charity is less than impressed. Things escalated as Charles Anderson’s begins the christening as Charity’s feud with Amy threatens to put the service in jeopardy - part of me is like yay for the drama, but the other is like why are you doing this ,Charit...

Last Thursday (1st December) during an Coronation Street press event which saw a new set unveiled which is coming on our screens in early 2023, I had the opportunity to put some questions to Harriet Bibby who plays Summer Spellman to offer an exclusive interview. Touching upon when Harriet take over the role of Summer and how they threw her straight in, Harriet said:  "They did, definitely." Photo Credit: ITV/ Coronation Street Summer has been through one hell of a year with her eating disorder, exam struggles, to her diabetes diagnosis, and now her pregnancy/ miscarriage storyline, Harriet said "It's been a heavy year for Summer, and they all kind of link in together obviously Summer getting diabetes was difficult manage, and that led into her eating disorder it all kind of leads into one another. It's been a heavy year and I think the universe is throwing things at her and having to deal with it - I think is hard." What lighter scenes would you like to see...

Rising Country Singer-Songwriter,  Ashley Cooke  who is signed to Big Loud Records/ Back Blocks Music released a brand new single today (6th December), It's Been A Year as a surprise. Yesterday (5th December), it was announced that Ashley would be appearing at C2C 2023 as it celebrates 10 years, Ashley's set to perform on the Spotlight stage in London and Glasgow only. Photo Credit: Brayln Kelly  It's Been A Year  opens with a guitar instrumental that compliments the song throughout beautifully. The first verse sees Ashley's crisp soft vocal tone with lyrics that have a beautiful story around the song-writing and one that I instantly caught myself getting emotional over. It's amazing when you sit back and just listen how much can happen within 12 months with it being not until you hear songs like this that you realise. The chorus features many beautiful soft lyrics that bring the song together fantastically due to the catchiness of the lyrics showing everyone what a...

Will Ash  (who's best known for playing Mr Mead in Waterloo Road in series 5 - 7 as well as Where The Heart Is if anyone likes me watched this show every Sunday evening)  is set to join Emmerdale over the festive period playing Caleb Miligan, a well connected and succes sful businessman. With Caleb's arrival will see a surprise for Cain Dingle when his long lost brother turns up unannounced. But like any soap arrival it's not a happy festive reunion as the new arrival has lots of questions he wants Cain to answer.  Were you thinking this arrival to the Dales would be any different. But I am excited to see how the Dingle family will react. Caleb's arrival is coming to make things worse between current warring siblings Cain, and Chas Dingle as it becomes clear that Cain has kept Caleb's existence a secret from her since they were teenagers.  Fireworks are coming. Will Ash says about joining Emmerdale:   “I’m thrilled to be joining such an iconic show. Emmerdale is...

Today (Friday 25th November), British singer-songwriter, Twinnie  will release her Christmas single, Elf Yourself. Elf Yourself starts with Twinnie's crisp vocal alongside a guitar instrumental that I have to say I love the mix off. The first verse has a rather special heartfelt Christmassy feel about our loved ones, and how precious they are. The take on the lyrics is a rather precious one even from the song takes a different road to what you are expecting. Twinnie's vocal tones are fantastic especially heading into the chorus thanks to the brilliant uplifting tones. The chorus is the part of Elf Yourself that is upbeat bringing that special Christmas spirit that we all love to hear within a Christmas song. Elf Yourself has definitely got me in the Christmas spirit which I really appreciate. The more, I hear the chorus the more I love the lyrics. The second verse sees Twinnie's sassy side come out within the storytelling which is very much appreciated allowing for the Twin...

During this week's episodes, Emmerdale viewers saw a tough week for new mum, Amelia Spencer as her daughter returned home from hospital then following Samson Dingle's drastic action. The week   started as Amelia Spencer told Sam Dingle that her daughter, Esther will be coming home after spending few weeks in hospital following her premature birth, as Sam pushed Samson Dingle into agreeing to accompany Amelia to collect their daughter the next day.  Oh, Sam why are you forcing Samson?! What a lovely moment  when Amelia called into Noah Dingle's to see the swivel chair that he'd made seeing Amelia open up.  You can understand the anxiety she has. The caring and reassurance from Noah was needed,  however, as Noah asked to go with Amelia to collect Esther she quickly told him about Samson going. Noah looked let down,  he's been there more for Amelia than Samson ever has. Photo Credit: ITV/ Emmerdale Tuesday  saw Amelia bring her daughter, Esther home as Sa...

Rising Country Singer-Songwriter,  Ashley Cooke  who is signed to Big Loud Records/ Back Blocks Music. Ashley today (Friday 18th November) released TWO brand new singles, Running Back, and Dirt on 'em. “Every artist dreams of getting to play the Grand Ole Opry and the Ryman Auditorium, two of music's most legendary stages. I'm overcome with emotion having made my debut at both within days of each other,” shares Ashley Cooke. Photo Credit: Brayln Kelly  Running Back  starts with Ashley's crisp vocal at the forefront allowing for many special moments right from the very start which continue throughout. The first verse is stunning due to the heartfelt lyrics that you can hear Ashley has written straight from the heart. The song-writing is beautiful that is bought even more to life as the song develops especially within the second verse. As I was listening to the chorus this was the part of the song that I caught myself getting emotional over as you can hear so much vuln...

This Friday (11th November) will see Nashville Recording Artist,  Colleen McKee  who describes herself as a Country-Pop singer-songwriter release her brand new single, Brown Eyed Boy. Photography Credit: Erin McCaffrey Brown Eyed Boy  has an uptempo instrumental from the drums that supports the song brilliantly throughout. The first verse has some catchy lyrics mixed with fun sassy lyrics that sees Colleen's crisp vocal tone at the forefront allowing for a different side to be taken on the lyrics at many different moments. The chorus sees the catchiest of lyrics continuing mixed with many sing along moments that for me I really enjoy throughout. The more it was repeated the more I caught myself wanting to sing along. Brown Eyed Boy continues with even more honesty thanks to the very pop country style which is fantastic as it reminds me of the reason that I started to enjoy Colleen's music in the first place - the more I hear Colleen's music the more we get to see what a f...