This is a collecton of interviews and reviews that have been published in both local and national magazines over the years.
I am in awe of the people I write about and the artists I repost on my instagram feed.
Interview with Clare Balding
Clare Balding is a well-known and respected figure in sports broadcasting. Beyond her impressive career in journalism and presenting, she is also a passionate advocate for dogs and their well-being. With her love for animals and dedication to raising awareness about responsible pet ownership, Clare has become an inspiring role model for dog lovers everywhere.…
Interview With Sally Lindsay
Sally Lindsay talks about the process behind writing the hit TV series, how it came about and how it evolved. How do you develop the story from the initial concept? Does it come naturally, or does it evolve? Usually, you get a germ of an idea of what it will be and put it on…
Talking to Tony Schumacher
A former policeman lost everything and was forced to sleep rough in his car. The only reason he didn’t take his own life was that he couldn’t bear the thought of his dog, Boo, being put into kennels or worse. He was about as low as a man could be. That man was Tony Schumacher,…
Drew Pritchard: The Salvage Hunter
Drew Pritchard owns and runs a salvage and restoration business in Conway, North Wales. Salvage Hunter Drew, with his sidekick Tee (a school friend), scoured the country for unusual and historical pieces to sell in his showroom back in Conway. His diverse and ever-growing client list includes Hollywood actor Jim Carrey and celebrity chefs Marco…
Interview with Midge Ure
Growing up you lived in a one-bedroom tenement, I believe until you were 10? Did that make you close as a family and does that closeness still remain? I think it does make you close, you know the physical constraints meant that I had to share a bed with my brother whilst my parents slept…
The late, great, Gerry Marsden
You’ll Never Walk Alone is a song synonymous with the people of Liverpool since Gerry and the Pacemakers took it to number one in 1963. Originally a song from the musical Carousel, You’ll Never Walk Alone has been covered by many great singers, such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and Pink Floyd, to name but…
The Liverbirds
In Liverpool in 1963 the music world was exploding. Musical talent, attitude and the knowledge that you could be anything you wanted to be saw the city flooded with bands and singers who were headed to the top. Standing tall amongst all of the boys was the World’s first all-girl rock ’n’ roll group. This…
Billy Butler
Growing up, Billy Butler was a part of the family. His voice could be heard in the house, in the car and on sunny days, in the garden. Mrs Butlers eldest was part of every Liverpool family and affectionately remembered, amongst other things, for his Sunday show with Wally Scott; Hold Your Plums. A…
Pauline Daniels
I first met Pauline Daniels at a gig in Elton, near Ellesmere Port. If I remember correctly, it is tucked away near Stanlow. Anyway, this comedienne was top of the bill, and I was the support. To call her just a comedienne was unfair. If you heard the voice that belted out Lilac Wine and…
