Joan Armatrading Archives – Just Listen To This

As usual, we take a look at the year’s happenings – or at least some of them – and bearing in mind that again we have lost many great people, not least dear friends during 2018.

The American singer-songwriter is in London for the promo on his dark artefact of a new album. We meet Dan to get the lowdown on the project and he answers all queries in this conversation hinging on how songs communicate. Thanks, Mr T…

Paul Carrack – These Days (Deluxe Edition)

by Pete Sargeant | Sep 30, 2018

Carrack imbues his songs with uncommon connectivity and warmth. It is easy for any human being to recognise a situation or a dilemma sketched out by this writer and empathise, understand, ponder.

Maria Muller

by Pete Sargeant | Aug 5, 2018

We are happy to present a personal Q&A with this classy vocalist. It explains much of what makes her tick, so please enjoy her responses. Thank you, Maria!

Joan Armatrading – Not Too Far Away

by Pete Sargeant | Jun 10, 2018

One of our leading and most grounded singer-songwriters returns with a brand-new set of songs. Armatrading remains the illuminator of human dilemmas, the midwife of melodies. Her subject matter never seems to stray too far from the personal, the heartfelt, the relatable.

The Beautiful Secret – The Beautiful Secret

by Pete Sargeant | Apr 22, 2017

The act evolved from a wish in 2011 by Rachael Hawnt, possessor of an individual singing voice and Hispanic good looks to create a musical character-based musical. Meeting songwriter Ash Cutler led to the recording of songs and the formation of TBS.

Bradley Walsh – Chasing Dreams

by Pete Sargeant | Jan 2, 2017

This performer is a remarkable bloke. Stand-up comedian, serious actor, comedy actor, top-drawer gameshow host, singer and easily one of the best pantomime leads I have ever laughed at from the carpet next to my seat!

Katie Melua Featuring Gori Women’s Choir- In Winter

by Glenn Sargeant | Nov 16, 2016

When I last touched base with my friend Katie, at a recent TV recording she seemed enthused about her forthcoming UK tour with the Gori Women’s Choir, in support of this brand new album release.