No matter how many famous people you interview, opening pleasantries can always be a bit awkward. I mean, you obviously know quite a lot about your interviewee. After all, you’ve spent hours researching for the interview and...
Read MoreAs I prepare to interview Raymond McGinley, I make a mental note not to mention anything about my being a die-hard Teenage Fanclub fan. I mean, it would be unprofessional, wouldn’t it? Blurting out my 30-year love affair with...
Read MoreMaking political statements through music has been The Specials’ strong suit since they formed in the late 1970s. And that skill of getting the message across through music still stands today. I was at Manchester’s...
Read MoreIt’s the tang of raspberry jam that tickles your tastebuds just after you’ve bitten through the flaky coconut topping and into the thick, creamy custard. That’s why Manchester Tart is so addictive. A common variation in...
Read MoreDuring lockdown, when you’re wandering into your kitchen for the millionth time and opening the fridge before closing it again, you might have hit the point when it’s time to think about ordering a takeaway. Proove in West...
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