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“I wish he could see what I have achieved” – Holly Buckler on Rick, The Jam and the Woking memorial

When Holly Buckler approached me about supporting Rick Buckler: Music, Memories & The Jam, there really wasn’t much to think about. The event takes place at Woking Theatre on Monday 12 October, bringing together friends, musicians and people from different parts of Rick’s life to celebrate his life and legacy, while raising money for WokingContinue reading ““I wish he could see what I have achieved” – Holly Buckler on Rick, The Jam and the Woking memorial”

Raise Your Head: Paul Weller, Politics, Protest and the Cost of Standing Up

Paul Weller has never treated music as something separate from the rest of life. The politics are in the songs: class, racism, war, power, violence and the people left to deal with decisions made by somebody else. They are in the benefit gigs, the charity records, the causes he has supported and the moments whenContinue reading “Raise Your Head: Paul Weller, Politics, Protest and the Cost of Standing Up”

Boy George – Grammy, Brit and Ivor Novello award-winning singer, songwriter & musician

At first glance, Boy George – the androgynous, flamboyant chameleon of Culture Club – and Paul Weller – the sharp-suited, snarling frontman of The Jam – might seem to occupy opposite ends of the British music spectrum. Yet, beneath the surface of their distinct public personas lies a fascinating and enduring connection – a storyContinue reading “Boy George – Grammy, Brit and Ivor Novello award-winning singer, songwriter & musician”

Celebrate Paul Weller’s New Album “66” with Exclusive Podcast Series

The acclaimed Paul Weller Fan Podcast is back with a bang! In 2020, my love of Paul Weller’s music led me to create the ‘Desperately Seeking Paul’ podcast series, an adventure that culminated in an unforgettable encounter with the man himself at the end of last year. The thrill of finally interviewing my hero, afterContinue reading “Celebrate Paul Weller’s New Album “66” with Exclusive Podcast Series”