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Show Name: Abigail Party Directors: Jonathon Peters, Fiona McCarthy Writer: Mike Leigh Starring: Sarah Anne Brown, Jonathon Wyre, HayleyStockwell Davis, Philip Rogers, Angela Davis East Essex Players invite you to dive into the prickly world of Mike Leigh`s ‘Abigail’s Party’, where a suburban shindig spirals into hilarity and havoc. Beverley’s garish lounge, filled with dubious snacks and clashing personalities, hums with nervous laughter and veiled jabs. Rediscover Demis Roussos and cheese and pineapple sticks and get ready for a night of 70’s satire that’s as uncomfortable as it is unforgettable. In a new interview onBlazing Minds, ahead of the limited…

Bonnie Tyler has died aged 75. BBC News reports that the singer died “unexpectedly” in a Portuguese hospital “as a result of the illness that she was being treated for”. Born Gaynor Hopkins in the south Wales, Tyler worked in a grocery shop while singing in local clubs before earning a record deal in the mid-Seventies. Her breakthrough came with 1977’s “It’s a Heartache”, but the dramatic, larger-than-life pop she made with producer Jim Steinman turned her into an international star. Tyler remained a formidable live attraction well into her seventies. Meanwhile, tributes have been paid to Tyler from the…

It’s almost time to head to Knebworth for Iron Maiden’s epic EDDFEST weekender, and ahead of the event they’ve shared more details including stage times. Gates will open at midday on Friday (July 10) for weekend camping and campervan ticket holders, with music starting in Maidenville from 2:30pm and continuing until 11pm. Those with Saturday camping tickets can start arriving from 10am on July 11 and the main EDDFEST arena will open at 1pm. The stage times are as follows: Friday Maidenville Stage Line Up Tony Moore’s Awake 15:00 – 15:40Gypsy’s Kiss 16:10 – 16:50Airforce 17:20 – 18:00Maiden United 18:30…

Universal has released the first trailer for SOULM8TE, the latest film set within the M3GAN universe, while also confirming that the project will bypass a theatrical release in favor of a digital debut on August 1. Released in 2023, M3GAN became a major commercial success, earning approximately $180 million worldwide and establishing the AI horror property as a new franchise for Blumhouse Productions and Atomic Monster. Its sequel, M3GAN 2.0, expanded the series with a larger-scale action-focused story but generated a significantly smaller box office return, earning under $40 million globally despite receiving generally positive reviews from critics. Originally scheduled…

Malika’s UK Funky anthem ‘Go’ gets a Rudimental D&B makeover featuring Kairo Keyz.Seventeen years after helping define the UK Funky movement, Malika’s iconic anthem “Go” has returned with a fresh new twist. Released via Relentless Records, the track has been reimagined by Rudimental, who transform the original into a high energy Drum & Bass roller, while rising UK rapper Kairo Keyz adds a sharp lyrical edge.The remix arrives as the original enjoys a remarkable second life, going viral on TikTok and racking up more than 120,000 daily streams. Rather than simply revisiting a classic, the new version bridges generations of…

In this new entry in our ‘Diamonds In The Rough’ category, we would like to introduce you to upcoming artist Taino Salvaje and his brand new single titled “U Feel Like Summer”. R&B artist Taino Salvaje welcomes the season with the release of his heartfelt new single, “U Feel Like Summer,” available now on streaming platforms worldwide. More than a celebration of sunny days and warm nights, the track transforms the feeling of summer into a powerful metaphor for the kind of love that changes everything. Rooted in smooth, soulful R&B, “U Feel Like Summer”began as an ode to the…

BST 2026 – Duran Duran | Scissor SistersHyde Park, London5th July 2026It was party central at BST on Saturday with Scissor Sisters and Duran Duran bringing sunshine, rainbows, dancing, and the occasional howl to a sizzling Hyde Park.BST is always one of the major highlights of summer in London, and this year is no exception. By the end of this weekend, around 210,000 people will have descended on Hyde Park to see headliners Maroon 5, Mumford & Sons, and now Duran Duran. This year has seen an increase in 75,000 ticket sales across the nine days – something which is…

As frontman of The Moody Blues, Swindon-born vocalist, guitarist and songwriter Justin Hayward played a key role in reinventing the band’s sound and leading them to global success. In 2017 he looked back with Prog.Justin Hayward has had a long and successful career since joining The Moody Blues in 1966. Through songs like Nights In White Satin, he’s established himself as one of the most erudite and copied composers of the last five decades.But Hayward’s impact has gone beyond his tenure with the Moodies. The Swindon-born musician has also had an acclaimed solo career, as well as working with fellow…

It’s been two years since we updated our list of the essential podcasts in our part of the musical forest, and as podcasts do come and go on occasion, it seemed like a good time before the summer holidays to point you towards some good listening. We will of course assume you already have the Americana UK podcast hosted as your number one listening choice, but here are some more that you may like to add to your list. We’ve tried to search out some stations and podcasts you may not have found, but if we haven’t featured your favourite,…

Credit : Chris McCluskieCooking Vinyl has released the single You May Offend, the title track from The Proclaimers’ new album. It is brothers Craig and Charlie Reid’s first album since 2022’s hugely acclaimed Denture’s Out. Their 13th studio album’s 12 tracks were written in Edinburgh and recorded at Monmouth’s legendary Rockfield Studios in a couple of days shy of three weeks, with producer Dave Eringa, their live band; Steven Christie (keyboards), Garry John Kane (bass), Zac Ware (guitars) and Clive Jenner (drums), and frequent guest guitarist, Manic Street Preachers’ James Dean Bradfield. The album is out on the 11th of…

Show Name: Abigail Party Directors: Jonathon Peters, Fiona McCarthy Writer: Mike Leigh Starring: Sarah Anne Brown, Jonathon Wyre, HayleyStockwell Davis, Philip Rogers, Angela Davis East Essex Players invite you to dive into the prickly world of Mike Leigh`s ‘Abigail’s Party’, where a suburban shindig spirals into hilarity and havoc. Beverley’s garish lounge, filled with dubious snacks and clashing personalities, hums with nervous laughter and veiled jabs. Rediscover Demis Roussos and cheese and pineapple sticks and get ready for a night of 70’s satire that’s as uncomfortable as it is unforgettable. In a new interview onBlazing Minds, ahead of the limited…

Focus Features has acquired The Fisherman, a supernatural horror adaptation based on John Langan‘s 2016 novel. David Lowery (Mother Mary, A Ghost Story) is set to direct the feature and is co-writing the screenplay with Alex Ross Perry. The project is being produced by Michael Bay, Brad Fuller, and Alex Ginno through Platinum Dunes, alongside Gary Dauberman and Mia Maniscalco, who are producing via their Coin Operated banner. The story follows Abe and Dan, two widowers who bond over fishing trips in upstate New York as they work through their grief. Their latest excursion leads them to Dutchman’s Creek, an…