Learning the mother tongue has become increasingly popular with the younger generation and especially in the music scene. The annual Celtic Connections festival in Glasgow is a fabulous showcase for the Gaelic scene and one […]
Celebrating their native tongue is an important part of life for the Scots. And the annual Celtic Connections which brings together the country’s best musicians is the showpiece for spectacular sets. Held each year from […]
Growing up in the UK means that undoubtedly you will spend a lot of time on trains, it could be hopping over to your nearest city for a day trip with your mates, lugging 16 […]
I first discovered Ziggy Alberts whilst sifting through a Ben Howard radio mix. Whenever his sensational single ‘Runaway’ comes on, I’m instantly taken back to a simpler time when I lived in Australia without a […]
It is cold and wet outside; motivation to do anything is at an all-time low and the news keep threatening me with the return of everyone’s least favorite rhyme-based storm. My good friends at Jabra […]
I used to know a young man from Yorkshire who was old beyond his years. We’ll call him Rob. Despite barely being into his twenties, Rob would grumble about teenagers hanging out in the park, […]
At midday yesterday, London’s 33rd New Year’s Day Parade and Festival saw the city’s streets filled with thousands of performers and colourful floats from across the world, including dancers, acrobats, cheerleaders, marching bands, huge balloons, […]
I opened an email a few weeks ago and instantly got cramp, not because I was sitting awkwardly, but because the London Marathon ballot had been drawn and I am one of the lucky participants. […]
Ever got last minute tickets to see your favourite band? Of course you have. Ever ridden the night bus home afterwards, listening to the group’s classic album? Thought so. Ever nearly lost your cool when […]
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