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		<title>Spice Girls’ Classic Song Being Censored By Radio Stations</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:42:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hugh Williams]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spice Girls’ classic song ‘Spice Up Your Life’ is being censored by radio stations after one of its lyrics has been deemed controversial. The line in question, “Yellow man in Timbuktu. Colour for both me and you,” has been edited and stations including BBC Radio 2 are playing an amended version with the word “Yellow” [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Spice Girls’ classic song ‘Spice Up Your Life’ is being censored by radio stations after one of its lyrics has been deemed controversial. The line in question, “Yellow man in Timbuktu. Colour for both me and you,” has been edited and stations including BBC Radio 2 are playing an amended version with the word “Yellow” removed.</p>
<p>The track was released back in 1997, the lead single from the group&#8217;s second album &#8216;<em>Spiceworld</em>&#8216;, and is one of the signature songs of the Spice Girls. It was an <a href="https://www.officialcharts.com/songs/spice-girls-spice-up-your-life/" target="_blank">instant hit</a>, staying in the Top 20 for six weeks and remaining in the Top 40 for 12.</p>
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<p>Spice Girls themselves (Mel B, Melanie C, Victoria Beckham, Emma Bunton and Geri Halliwell) have mulled over the lyric before, with reports that they were considering replacing the word “Yellow” with “Happy” for their reunion tour in 2019. They ultimately decided against it, sticking with the original lyrics.</p>
<p>A Radio 2 spokeswoman said that <a href="https://metro.co.uk/2025/03/26/iconic-spice-girls-song-censored-bbc-radio-2-stations-controversial-lyric-22793601/" target="_blank">the edit wasn’t made by them</a>, after playing the newly censored version on Scott Mills’ Breakfast Show. They also noted that other UK radio stations are playing the same edited version.</p>
<p>A music insider told <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/34050307/bbc-censor-spice-girls-spice-up-your-life/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>: &#8220;Spice Up Your Life is a piece of pop music history — it’s baffling that the Beeb have decided to censor it.</p>
<p>&#8220;The [band] are singing in celebration of people from all walks of life. It’s clumsy but not insulting.</p>
<p>&#8220;There haven’t been calls to change it so it’s odd they have decided to do so.&#8221;</p>
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<p>Spice Girls have created a lasting legacy in pop music, being the biggest-selling girl group of all time with more than 100 million record sales. Fans have wished for a comeback for a while now – their most recent performances were for their <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/music/2018/nov/05/spice-girls-announce-reunion-tour-without-victoria-beckham" target="_blank">2019 reunion tour</a>, without Posh Spice (Victoria Beckham). The last time all the girls got together publicly was at the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PArTdhNda7k" target="_blank">London Olympics closing ceremony in 2012</a>.</p>
<p>Throughout the years, <a href="http://www.mxdwn.co.uk/news/the-spice-girls-reportedly-set-to-perform-at-glastonbury-festival-next-year/" target="_blank">rumours have come and gone</a>, as the group members tease the idea of the <a href="http://www.mxdwn.co.uk/news/talk-of-new-spice-girls-tour-that-may-include-posh-spice/" target="_blank">group getting back together</a>. Most recently, Mel C appeared on The Jimmy &amp; Nath Show with Emma on Australia’s 2Day FM, saying that her and the rest of the Spice Girls want to do “something special” for the 30-year anniversary of their breakout single, “Wannabe”.</p>
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<p>She said: &#8220;It’s 30 years next year since the release of Wannabe. We have to do something special.</p>
<p>&#8220;Obviously I can’t say too much but we are talking about things. Hopefully a nice little world tour!&#8221;</p>
<p>Last April, more reunion rumours spread after the girls were seen giving a surprise performance of their hit song ‘Stop’ at Victoria Beckham’s 50<sup>th</sup> birthday party. You can see the video below.</p>
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		<title>Self Esteem Reflects On UK Watchdog&#8217;s Misogyny Report</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2024 17:30:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Oscar Lund]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On January 30th, the UK’s gender discrimination watchdog, the Women and Equalities Committee (WEC), published a 69-page document investigating misogyny in the British music industry. The report offers a damning overview of the inequalities and abuse that many female and minority artists face in the music industry. British pop artist Rebecca Taylor, better known as [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On January 30th, the UK’s gender discrimination watchdog, the Women and Equalities Committee (WEC), published a <a href="https://committees.parliament.uk/publications/43084/documents/214478/default/">69-page document</a> investigating misogyny in the British music industry. The report offers a damning overview of the inequalities and abuse that many female and minority artists face in the music industry.</p>
<p>British pop artist Rebecca Taylor, better known as Self Esteem, has commented on misogyny in the in the music industry in light of the WEC’s latest report. Speaking with Jonny Greenwood for <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m001vsg0">BBC radio 4</a>, Taylor outlined how she thought the music industry as a whole is “not a safe environment” for women and people of colour. When questioned about the lack of female representation at major UK festivals, Taylor <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m001vsg0">said</a> that <em>“most women quit”</em> before their career gets to the point where they are successful enough to headline major music events.</p>
<p><em>“We revere Bowie and the Beatles, but there were so many women who were just as good but they never got the chance” </em>- <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m001vsg0">Rebecca Taylor (2024)</a></p>
<p>One testimony, outlined by the Women and Equalities Committee was that of X-factor runner-up, Rebecca Ferguson. Speaking to the commission, Ferguson <a href="https://committees.parliament.uk/publications/43084/documents/214478/default/">said</a>: <em>“members of my team told me they were ‘threatened ‘or ‘bribed’ to not work with me when I ended what I deemed to be an exploitative and abusive contract.” </em>This only illustrates Taylor’s point that many women and people of colour are placed between a rock and a hard place: either put up with abuse and economic exploitation or leave the music industry altogether.</p>
<p>As a result of an in-depth investigation, the commission has put forward the suggestion that freelance workers should be subject to the same protections against discrimination as employees. The commission specifically mentions <a href="https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2010/15/section/14#:~:text=14Combined%20discrimination%3A%20dual%20characteristics&amp;text=(1)A%20person%20(A,share%20either%20of%20those%20characteristics.">section 14 of the 2010 Equalities Act</a>, which prohibits favourable treatment of employees on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Many in the music industry are self-employed, often signing temporary agreements and deals as freelancers rather than as contracted employees. Although freelancers are, on paper, protected under section 14, the WEC argues that there is no current legislative infrastructure to uphold this protection.</p>
<p>The WEC has also outlined how non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) have been abused by individuals and companies within the music industry, especially with regards to incidents involving victims of sexual harassment and assault. An NDA is a legally binding contract that ensures that the signee will not speak about certain topics that are outlined within the document. NDAs are often used by companies to make sure that trade secrets or business plans do not become publicly available, however the WEC has found that victims of sexual harassment and violence in the music industry are forced into silence through these legally binding ‘agreements’.</p>
<p><em>“Women we spoke to described how they were coerced into signing by businesses who threatened to ruin them financially or reputationally if they refused to sign.” ­– </em><a href="https://committees.parliament.uk/publications/43084/documents/214478/default/">WEC Report (2024) P53</a></p>
<p>Despite hardship, abuse, and discrimination, the WEC’s report could push the industry in a more positive direction. The commission has outlined specific legislative changes that, they say, must be enacted upon to improve the working conditions of women and people of colour in the music industry. It is now up to parliament as to whether these proposed changes are enacted upon.</p>
<p>Speaking hopefully about the report, Rebecca Taylor <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m001vsg0">said</a>: <em>“this report is quite exciting because I didn’t think in my lifetime that we would see any transparency about it </em>[misogyny in the music industry]<em>.” </em>Although this report is undoubtedly a step in the right direction, Taylor was quick to point out that <em>“equality is a long way away”.  </em></p>
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		<title>Cillian Murphy&#8217;s &#8216;Limited Edition&#8217; Radio Show To Return To BBC Radio 6</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 14:38:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Erin Wallace]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Irish actor Cillian Murphy is bringing back his BBC Radio 6 show, Limited Edition. Murphy will present a &#8220;nocturnal playlist to end the weekend.&#8221; This instalment of his radio show is set to begin on 17th September, with the show running from 10pm-12pm on Sunday nights. In a press release, Murphy said that he will [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Irish actor Cillian Murphy is bringing back his BBC Radio 6 show, <em>Limited Edition</em>. Murphy will <a href="https://www.nme.com/news/music/cillian-murphys-limited-edition-radio-show-to-return-to-bbc-6-music-3492221">present</a> a &#8220;<em>nocturnal playlist to end the weekend.</em>&#8221;</p>
<p>This instalment of his radio show is set to begin on 17th September, with the show running from 10pm-12pm on Sunday nights. In a press release, Murphy <a href="https://www.nme.com/news/music/cillian-murphys-limited-edition-radio-show-to-return-to-bbc-6-music-3492221">said</a> that he will &#8220;<em>share songs from all corners of his record collection and share why they hold a special place in his life.</em>&#8221;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">We&#8217;re thrilled to announce that Cillian Murphy’s Limited Edition returns to 6 Music on Sundays, 10pm-12am from 17th September</p>
<p>His weekly nocturnal playlist sees Cillian explore music from all corners of his record collection &amp; share why they hold a special place in his life. <a href="https://t.co/s4a1zRG8Sz">pic.twitter.com/s4a1zRG8Sz</a></p>
<p>— BBC Radio 6 Music (@BBC6Music) <a href="https://twitter.com/BBC6Music/status/1697521507096780862?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2023</a></p></blockquote>
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<p>Murphy has previously hosted two instalments of <em>Limited Edition </em>in 2020 and 2021, and he has shared his excitement to return. In an interview on BBC Radio 6 with Nemone, Murphy <a href="https://www.nme.com/news/music/cillian-murphys-limited-edition-radio-show-to-return-to-bbc-6-music-3492221">shared</a>, &#8220;<em>It’s been a while, but I am thrilled to be back playing tunes on 6 Music, my favourite radio station in the world. The show will be a sound collage of new, old and limited edition tunes for your discerning ears. Can&#8217;t wait.</em>&#8221;</p>
<p>Listen to the full interview with Murphy <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001ptzq">here</a>, 1 hour and 35 minutes into the programme.</p>
<p>In his previous instalments of <em>Limited Edition</em>, Murphy has showcased his eclectic music taste, featuring artists from Carly Simon and Marvin Gaye to Pixies and Nina Simone. He shared his interest in music with NME, discussing his band, The Sons of Mr Green Genes that he formed with his brother.</p>
<p>Named after a Frank Zappa song, they put together experimental <a href="https://www.nme.com/news/film/cillian-murphy-didnt-pursue-music-career-didnt-think-he-was-good-enough-3481314">songs</a> filled with &#8220;<em>wacky lyrics and endless guitar solos.</em>&#8221;</p>
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<p>Speaking on why he didn&#8217;t pursue a career in music, Murphy <a href="https://www.nme.com/news/film/cillian-murphy-didnt-pursue-music-career-didnt-think-he-was-good-enough-3481314">said</a>, &#8220;<em>I just never thought that I was good enough really. I like to do one thing quite well.</em>&#8221;</p>
<p>Despite his self-deprecating comments, The Sons of Mr Green Genes were offered a five-album deal by Acid Jazz Records, based in London. He and his brother turned the record deal down however, citing artistic independence as their main reason.</p>
<p>Murphy&#8217;s return to BBC Radio 6 will mean a change in its current scheduling. The BBC confirmed that Don Letts will move his <em>Culture Clash Radio</em> show to Saturday nights from 9pm-11pm. Letts currently hosts his show in the slot that Cillian Murphy will be taking over from 17th September.</p>
<p>Letts&#8217; show will replace The Blessed Madonna&#8217;s Saturday evening show, who <a href="https://www.nme.com/news/music/cillian-murphys-limited-edition-radio-show-to-return-to-bbc-6-music-3492221">recently</a> made the &#8220;<em>gutting decision</em>&#8221; to lessen her work schedule amidst touring and recording.</p>
<p>These changes follow the <a href="http://www.mxdwn.co.uk/news/steve-lamacq-steps-down-from-bbc-radio-6-show-after-18-years/">news</a> that Steve Lamacq will be stepping down from his Radio 6 show after 18 years.</p>
<p>Listen to BBC Radio 6 live <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/live:bbc_6music">here</a>.</p>
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		<title>Steve Lamacq Steps Down From BBC Radio 6 Show After 18 Years</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 03 Sep 2023 19:23:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shereen Raouf]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Steve Lamacq has made the decision to step down from hosting his famous Drivetime show on BBC Radio 6 Music, after having presented the show six days a week since 2005. BBC Radio 6 Music announced on September 1st that Lamacq has decided to say goodbye to his 18 year long run on the Drivetime [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Steve Lamacq has made the decision to step down from hosting his famous Drivetime show on BBC Radio 6 Music, after having presented the show six days a week since 2005.</p>
<p>BBC Radio 6 Music announced on September 1st that Lamacq has decided to say goodbye to his 18 year long run on the Drivetime show in pursuit of a <em>&#8220;well-deserved change to his broadcasting career&#8221;. </em></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Steve Lamacq has decided to make a well-deserved change to his broadcasting career</p>
<p>He will begin a new weekly show on 6 Music, Steve Lamacq’s Teatime Session, on Monday 8th January (4pm-7pm).</p>
<p>Steve will present his final daily weekday (4pm-7pm) show on Friday 20th October. <a href="https://t.co/IfugRRFh50">pic.twitter.com/IfugRRFh50</a></p>
<p>— BBC Radio 6 Music (@BBC6Music) <a href="https://twitter.com/BBC6Music/status/1697646399045656667?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2023</a></p></blockquote>
<p>Lamacq&#8217;s last day as the Drivetime show host will be on Friday 20th October, and he will then take a short break from radio before returning in the new year with a brand new show. On Monday 8th January, Lamacq will begin hosting a weekly show on BBC Radio 6 Music titled <em>&#8220;Steve Lamacq&#8217;s Teatime Session&#8221;</em>.</p>
<p>The Drivetime show will be taken over by fellow BBC Radio presenter Huw Stephens, who will host the show from 4-7pm Tuesday-Friday, with Lamacq&#8217;s new show claiming Monday&#8217;s 4-7pm slot.</p>
<p>In a BBC <a href="https://www.bbc.com/mediacentre/2023/bbc-radio-6-music-autumn-highlights-additions-to-evening-schedules">press release</a>, Lamacq said <em>&#8220;It’s been terrific doing six shows a week, but what with all the prep work for the programmes and the ever-increasing volume of new music to listen to, there’s not been nearly enough time left over for my family. And to be honest, after nearly 40 years at the coalface of new music, I think I need a bit of breather.&#8221;</em></p>
<p>Steve Lamacq is married to psychologist Dr Jen Wills, and the couple have a young daughter. The break from broadcasting and less intense schedule of <em>&#8220;Steve Lemacq&#8217;s Teatime</em> <em>Session&#8221;</em> will allow Lamacq to spend some quality time with his family.</p>
<p>Alongside this, Lamacq also <a href="https://www.bbc.com/mediacentre/2023/bbc-radio-6-music-autumn-highlights-additions-to-evening-schedules">said</a> <em>&#8220;But of course, my heart still lives for discovering and nurturing new bands, so I’m really pleased that these changes mean I can stay at 6 Music, while allowing more time to go searching for emerging artists, who I’ll be channelling into the new Monday show. There’ll be live sessions, interviews, some amazing archive and fingers crossed, at some point, the future of rock and roll.&#8221;</em></p>
<p>Many people were shocked by the news of Lamacq&#8217;s departure, and took to social media to show their appreciation.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">So sad to hear <a href="https://twitter.com/steve_lamacq?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@steve_lamacq</a> is leaving his <a href="https://twitter.com/BBC6Music?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BBC6Music</a> show full time.<br />
What a legend and hugely influential person he’s been to so many of us especially <a href="https://twitter.com/IdlewildtheBand?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IdlewildtheBand</a>. I’ll be forever grateful to him for all his support and also friendship. All the best for the future!</p>
<p>— Rod Jones (@RodJonesMusic) <a href="https://twitter.com/RodJonesMusic/status/1697647373516755281?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2023</a></p></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Legend is an often overly used word to describe someone.</p>
<p>But in this instance, it’s very much applicable!<a href="https://twitter.com/steve_lamacq?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@steve_lamacq</a> deserves honorary recognition for services to music!<br />
We award him our Brudenell medal anyway! <a href="https://t.co/qw2kB0PjFv">https://t.co/qw2kB0PjFv</a></p>
<p>— Nath Brudenell (@Nath_Brudenell) <a href="https://twitter.com/Nath_Brudenell/status/1697687431925961017?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2023</a></p></blockquote>
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		<title>Rising Star Benny Atlas Returns with New Single &#8220;Let You Know&#8221;</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2022 16:22:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rising star Benny Atlas is back with his new single &#8220;Let You Know”. Described as a “disco-tinged summer anthem,” the Wolverhampton singer is capitalising on the momentum of 2021 when he was featured on Radio 1 and Radio 1Xtra. Benny first erupted onto the UK music scene in November 2020 with his single “Paradise”. His debut EP Honey [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Rising star Benny Atlas is back with his new single </span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&#8220;Let You Know”</span></em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">. Described as a “</span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">disco-tinged summer anthem,</span></em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">” the Wolverhampton singer is capitalising on the momentum of 2021 when he was featured on Radio 1 and Radio 1Xtra.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Benny first erupted onto the UK music scene in November 2020 with his single “</span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Paradise”. </span></em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">His debut EP </span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Honey Rum </span></em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">shortly followed which captured the attention of Notion Magazine, who described him as “</span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.atc-live.com/artist/benny-atlas/" target="_blank"><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">one to watch for 2021</span></em></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true">” and Rickie Haywood-Williams of BBC Radio One said he was “</span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.atc-live.com/artist/benny-atlas/" target="_blank"><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">one of the UK’s rising stars</span></em></a><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">”. </span></em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Benny also caught the attention of Hot Press, Highsnobiety, and COLORS.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Earlier this year the singer was awarded the MOBO Help Musicians Grant to help him drive his career forward. The Help Musicians charity was set up to help artists and give them extra support during crucial moments of their careers. They support artists who are just starting out and those who have been creating for several years. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca2EF8yNSFg/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link">The artist said he was</a> “</span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">delighted</span></em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">” by the news and said, </span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">“I’m gonna use this money to bring you a super potent new batch of music.”</span></em></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The new single is taken from Benny’s upcoming EP which is set to be released in November this year. A press release revealed that each track from the release will be accompanied by a visualiser and unique artwork inspired by the 1970s. Atlas worked with creative director Sebastian Miller on the series. Miller has also worked with the likes of Kojey Radical, Oliver Malcolm and Manchester rapper, Bugzy Malone.</span></p>
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<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">His first release of 2022, the artist describes “</span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Let You Know” </span></em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">as “</span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">a declarative love song that wrestles between the themes of temptation and true love. It is written to cast away any doubts that can arise in a healthy relationship, and consolidate the trust that has already built. I like to draw parallels between love and the universe, and this song plays with the notion that serendipity goes further and beyond human choice</span></em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">.”</span></p>
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<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Before its release, Benny took to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bennyatlasmusic/?hl=en">his social media</a> to share the single artwork with fans and the caption told his followers that “</span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">it feels good to be back!” </span></em>He went on to say “</span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">been a little while on the sidelines; life, indecision and stinky arse time wasters all contributed to the delay. One thing that never stopped was the music making. Loads coming In the next chapter.”</span></em></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&#8220;</span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Let You Know&#8221; </span></em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">is out now on all streaming platforms. Follow </span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://ingrv.es/let-you-know-s7t-j" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true">this link </span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true">to listen.</span></p>
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		<title>Sam Ryder Announced As The UK Representative For 2022 Eurovision Song Contest</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2022 21:51:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The UK entry for the 2022 Eurovision Song Contest has been confirmed; Sam Ryder is set to perform at this year’s celebrated competition. The singer was picked via the comprehensive selection process entrusted to TaP Music, a global company responsible for various services within the music industry. Ryder took to Instagram to share the good [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The UK entry for the 2022 Eurovision Song Contest has been confirmed; Sam Ryder is set to perform at this year’s celebrated competition. The singer was picked via the comprehensive selection process entrusted to TaP Music, a global company responsible for various services within the music industry. Ryder took to Instagram to share the good news, excitedly confirming his entry.</p>
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<p>Ryder first gained traction within the social media platform TikTok during the 2020 lockdown, where the promising singer began to upload covers of popular songs onto the app. The singer’s page soon gained attention from famous artists who even posted reaction videos to his performances, Ryder now has over twelve million followers and is one of the most followed UK artists within the platform. The artist’s success within the app soon caught the attention of the industry and he was quickly signed to a major record label, in 2021 Ryder was added to Parlophone’s roster.</p>
<p>The Essex born artist hopes to score high with his track “<em>Space Man</em>”, co-written by Grammy-winning artist and songwriter Amy Wadge and Max Wolfgang. The track is a previous winner of Tune of the Week on the Scott Mills’ show, broadcasted via BBC Radio 1. Mills was also responsible for the announcement itself, the news of Ryder’s entry was revealed by the DJ on the Radio 1 Breakfast show with Greg James. On the show, Ryder <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-60647606">stated</a>, &#8220;<em>I love Eurovision. I think it&#8217;s such a privilege to be able to do it&#8230; I don&#8217;t want to let the stigma or fear of coming at a certain place in a table stop me from doing something and being a part of something that I enjoy so much. As long as I can go to Eurovision and know in my heart of hearts I&#8217;m going to do the best job I can then everything else is out of my control.</em>&#8221;</p>
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<p>The singer also expressed his excitement within a <a href="https://eurovision.tv/story/sam-ryder-launches-space-man">statement</a> given to Eurovision.tv, “<em>Having been a fan of Eurovision since I was a kid l I am so honoured to have been presented with the opportunity to sing at an event alongside some of Europe’s most talented creatives, performers and songwriters. I hope to sing my head off in a way the United Kingdom can be proud of, and to showcase a song I wrote with my friends last summer makes the whole experience even more special. See you in Turin legends!</em>”</p>
<p>This year marks the 66th Eurovision Song Contest and is set to be held on 14th May 2022 in Turin, Italy. In February, it was announced that fellow British artist Mika would co-host the semi-finals and Grand Final. The “<em>Grace Kelly</em>” singer will share the hosting responsibilities with Laura Pausini and Alessandro Catelan.</p>
<p>The event has a long history of successes and losses, last year the UK received zero points with “<em>Embers</em>” by entrant James Newman and in 2019 the country’s entry “<em>Bigger Than Us</em>” by representative Michael Rice also finished last. Despite the UK’s recent bad luck, UK music fans remain hopeful that Ryder will break the streak and bring home a win.</p>
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		<title>Tributes Continue to Pour in For Janice Long</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Dec 2021 14:47:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ever since the news came out on December 25th, tributes, messages, and so many other kind words have been dedicated to Janice Long. Being the first woman ever on the BBC to host her own daily radio show, Long made massive waves in the industry with her infectiously cheerful, and fabulously knowledgeable airtime over 5 [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ever since the news came out on December 25<sup>th</sup>, tributes, messages, and so many other kind words have been dedicated to Janice Long. Being the first woman ever on the BBC to host her own daily radio show, Long made massive waves in the industry with her infectiously cheerful, and fabulously knowledgeable airtime over 5 decades.</p>
<p>Fellow BBC Radio DJ Greg James showed his respect for Long on Twitter. Saying, <em>“She picked the greats and got them in session before other DJs had even heard of them. She was such a laugh as well”.</em></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">This is so sad. A truly brilliant radio person. She was so kind and sweet to me when I was on earlies on R1 and she was on R2 nights at the same time. She picked the greats and got them in session before other DJs had even heard of them. She was such a laugh as well <a href="https://t.co/f6gJl3xyAS">https://t.co/f6gJl3xyAS</a></p>
<p>— Greg James (@gregjames) <a href="https://twitter.com/gregjames/status/1475094525131505671?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 26, 2021</a></p></blockquote>
<p><script src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" async="" charset="utf-8"></script>Richard Coles, of The Communards fame, shared his appreciation for Long’s Work after revealing that she was <em>“the first Radio 1 DJ to give [the group] a session”.</em> You can listen here to <em>America, </em>live on Long’s show in 1985. <iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/4slTeGBCZjQS18Q6gsBhjy?utm_source=generator&amp;theme=0" width="100%" height="80" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> Long’s husband, Paul Berry, added to the host’s <a href="https://www.itv.com/news/granada/2021-12-26/family-of-janice-long-release-tribute-after-her-death-at-age-of-66">tributes</a> saying, <em>“I’ve lost the love of my life and I’m going to spend the rest of it half a person. She had my back from the day we met, you couldn’t possibly ask for more love and loyalty from a wife.”. </em>After being together for many years, Janice and Paul only got married in 2017, their 2 children added to the tributes; Blue, 25, says, “<em>Mum I love you. You paved the way for me to have an incredible life. You were a trailblazer for so many women to go conquer and succeed. The first woman to host Top of the Pops and the first woman to have her own daily show on Radio 1.” </em>And Fred, 33, as well as labelling his mum an “<em>absolute G” </em>also says, “<em>She wasn’t only a mum to me but a whole bunch of my friends that she took in and cared for and I’ll never forget everything she has done for me.”</em> <em> </em></p>
<p>The first we heard of the news was through her agent, Nigel Forsyth. He lovingly described Long as<em>, “a wonderful, warm human being and exceptional broadcaster.” </em>Adding,<em> “She told a brilliant story and always made you roar with laughter with her sharp wit.”</em> He also went on to describe her success; moving through Radio Merseyside after joining as an assistant in 1979, eventually joining Radio 1 in 1983, she then hosted her own daily show and also presented Top of the Pops. Leading to this FANTASTIC interaction.</p>
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Farewell Janice Long. Radio icon and one of the best presenters Top of the Pops ever had (I wasn’t around I just watch the reruns). Here’s a little she told about her time presenting with John Peel and the video to Addicted to Love. <a href="https://t.co/7KescbiL6L">pic.twitter.com/7KescbiL6L</a> — Rob Osborne (@robosbornewales) <a href="https://twitter.com/robosbornewales/status/1475093029149159429?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 26, 2021</a>
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<p>Tonight, (Monday 27<sup>th</sup> December) BBC Radio Wales host Adam Walton will be hosting a special programme featuring Long’s colleagues, friends, and other special guests. See <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/live:bbc_radio_wales_fm">here</a> to listen to the show from 7 PM.</p>
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		<title>Sophie Ellis-Bextor Completes 24-hour Kitchen Disco Danceathon For BBC Children In Need 2021</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Yesterday at 9:30 am, Sophie Ellis-Bextor completed her 24-hour Kitchen Disco Danceathon. The challenge was set by BBC Radio 2 to raise money for this year’s BBC Children In Need, the singer had raised an amazing £803,384.00 by the morning. However, with many donations still being made the total has now raised to a whopping [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Yesterday at 9:30 am, Sophie Ellis-Bextor completed her 24-hour Kitchen Disco Danceathon. The challenge was set by BBC Radio 2 to raise money for this year’s BBC Children In Need, the singer had raised an amazing £803,384.00 by the morning. However, with many donations still being made the total has now raised to a whopping £1,009,317.00, with many more donations still pouring in the grand total has yet to be confirmed</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">&#8220;I want to thank everybody for giving me the opportunity. This has been really special&#8230;&#8221;</p>
<p>We are SO proud of you, <a href="https://twitter.com/SophieEB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@sophieEB</a> &#8211; you&#8217;ve done it AND you&#8217;ve now reached an incredible £1,009,317! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/R2KitchenDisco?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#R2KitchenDisco</a> <a href="https://t.co/QyAivfibTn">pic.twitter.com/QyAivfibTn</a></p>
<p>— BBC Radio 2 (@BBCRadio2) <a href="https://twitter.com/BBCRadio2/status/1460917122452926464?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 17, 2021</a></p></blockquote>
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<p>The Danceathon started on the morning of 16th November 2012 and was streamed live via BBC iPlayer. The philanthropic event saw the singer move and dance for an entire day and night. The challenge took place at the BBC Radio Theatre in London, the stage was constructed to reflect the perfect kitchen for a disco. The “<em>Murder On The Dancefloor</em>” singer donned various glamorous outfits and performed numerous routines involving dancing, ribbons and karaoke.</p>
<p>The singer also performed tracks from her back catalogue including hit songs such as “<em>Take Me Home</em>”. The singer was accompanied by her husband and fellow musician Richard Jones for a rendition of “<em>Murder On The Dancefloor</em>”. The musical duo performed the singer’s most popular track with Jones playing a bass guitar shaped like the Millennium Flacon. Ellis-Bextor was joined by her entire family towards the end of the Danceathon who danced with the singer until the finish line. The danceathon came to a close with a group performance of the beloved and aptly chosen ABBA track “<em>Dancing Queen</em>”.</p>
<p>The 42-year-old singer was joined by multiple guests who also took part in the charity’s 41st year of fundraising. The star-studded and long list of guests included comedian Simon Pegg, Beverley Knight, DJ Edith Bowman, reality TV figures Gemma Collins and Jamie Laing and BBC Radio presenters Zoe Ball and Sara Cox.</p>
<p>Ellis-Bextor and Ball spoke on the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast show once the danceathon had concluded. The singer held an emotional conversation with Ball whilst kneeling on the stage and <a href="https://www.list.co.uk/article/131206-sophie-ellis-bextor-raises-over-1m-in-24-hour-kitchen-disco-danceathon/">stated</a>, “<em>What a team, thank you so much. I’ve been so well supported. This has been extraordinary. I always thought this would be an privilege to have done and I’ve never done anything like this so I want to thank everybody for giving me the opportunity and I’ve been weepy solidly for the last hour this has been really special and thank you to everybody who donated and everybody who gave me energy and support and messages, it’s got me through.</em>” The interview continued with Ball thanking Ellis-Bextor for her involvement in the charity whilst congratulating and admiring her family and giving spirit.</p>
<p>Head of Radio 2, Helen Thomas, has given the following <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/sophie-ellis-bextor-completes-24-25478553">statement</a> concerning Ellis-Bextor’s triumphant success. “<em>All of us at Radio 2 would like to say the hugest thank you to Sophie Ellis-Bextor for agreeing to undertake and now completing an incredible 24 hours Kitchen Disco Danceathon, raising a total so far of £1,009,317 for BBC Children In Need. Thank you to all the wonderful Radio 2 listeners who have donated and all those who joined at any point in the Danceathon to support and motivate Sophie along the way. We are all in awe of her accomplishment!</em>”</p>
<p>The name of the charitable initiative is derived from the weekly “Kitchen Discos” in which Ellis-Bextor held over Instagram live during the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns. The mini-concerts started in 2020 and featured the singer at home with her family. On 16th July 2020, the singer released her greatest hits album entitled <em>Songs From The Kitchen Disco</em>. The singer’s Kitchen Disco’s also gained attention when formed as a weekly BBC radio show presented by Ellis-Bextor.</p>
<p>The singer has kept the popular theme throughout her career with her 2022 tour entitled Kitchen Disco Tour. Ellis-Bextor will embark on her upcoming tour on 6th March 2022 and will perform in over 20 cities across the UK.</p>
<p>Sophie Ellis-Bextor UK tour dates</p>
<p>06/03/2022 &#8211; The Picturedome &#8211; West Yorkshire<br />
07/03 &#8211; Symphony Hall &#8211; Birmingham<br />
08/03 &#8211; De La Warr Pavilion &#8211; Bexhill On Sea<br />
09/03 &#8211; Bath Forum &#8211; Bath<br />
11/03 &#8211; Pyramid and Parr Hall &#8211; Warrington<br />
12/03 &#8211; Sheffield City Hall Oval Hall &#8211; Sheffield<br />
14/03 &#8211; Tramshed &#8211; Cardiff<br />
16/03 &#8211; G Live Guildford &#8211; Guildford<br />
17/03 &#8211; De La Warr Pavilion &#8211; Bexhill On Sea<br />
19/03 &#8211; Lighthouse &#8211; Poole<br />
20/03 &#8211; The Anvil &#8211; Basingstoke<br />
21/03 &#8211; Southend Cliffs Pavilion &#8211; Southend-On-Sea<br />
23/03 &#8211; St Georges Hall &#8211; Bradford<br />
24/03 &#8211; O2 City Hall Newcastle &#8211; Newcastle Upon Tyne<br />
25/03 &#8211; Bridgewater Hall &#8211; Manchester<br />
27/03 &#8211; Glasgow Royal Concert Hall &#8211; Glasgow<br />
29/03 &#8211; Royal Concert Hall Notts &#8211; Nottingham<br />
30/03 &#8211; The London Palladium &#8211; London<br />
12/08 &#8211; Chester Lakes &#8211; Chester<br />
13/08 &#8211; Chester Lakes &#8211; Chester</p>
<p>Click <a href="https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/sophie-ellis-bextor-tickets/artist/34731">here </a>to purchase tickets.</p>
<p>Click <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m000tsg9">here</a> to listen to Kitchen Disco on BBC Sounds.</p>
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		<title>Sinead O&#8217;Connor Has Spoken Out About BBC Radio Interview</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 21:32:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sinead O’Connor has voiced her outrage over her interview on the show &#8216;Woman’s Hour&#8216; aired on BBC Radio 4. The interview hosted by Emma Barnett was aired on 1st June 2021 and has since been labelled as “extremely offensive and even misogynistic” by the Irish singer who has also urged fans to boycott the show [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sinead O’Connor has voiced her outrage over her interview on the show &#8216;<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000wjpv">Woman’s Hour</a>&#8216; aired on BBC Radio 4. The interview hosted by Emma Barnett was aired on 1st June 2021 and has since been labelled as “<a href="https://twitter.com/MagdaDavitt77/status/1399664583523147776"><em>extremely offensive and even misogynistic</em></a>” by the Irish singer who has also urged fans to boycott the show since the interview.</p>
<p>O’Connor was initially on the show to discuss her new memoir ‘<a href="http://www.mxdwn.co.uk/news/sinead-oconnor-announces-upcoming-memoir-rememberings/"><em>Rememberings</em></a>’, published on 1st June 2021, but the interview then took a turn in which angered the ‘<em>Nothing Compares 2 U</em>’ singer. Within the interview, the host referenced a quote from an article within the newspaper <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/books/what-to-read/sinead-oconnor-hurled-abuse-now-understand/">The Telegraph</a>. In the article music critic Neil McCormick had called the singer ‘<em>The crazy lady in pop’s attic</em>’.</p>
<p>The quote was brought up during a conversation regarding the singer’s public struggle with mental health issues, O’Connor took offensive to the discussion and appeared to deem it invasive. She also likened the comparison with the character Bertha Mason taken from the 1847 novel by Charlotte Bronte ‘<em>Jane Eyre</em>’. The singer responded to the quote stating “<em>I think it’s a bit extreme to make the Jane Eyre comparison, I don’t think I’ve ever been perceived as ‘the crazy lady in pop’s attic’ as represented in Jane Eyre. It’s not like I’m trying to attack people with knives or trying to strangle people while I’m walking around in my nightdress.</em>”</p>
<p>The singer then took to Twitter after the interview to voice her outrage.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Actually found the interview with <a href="https://twitter.com/Emmabarnett?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Emmabarnett</a> extremely offensive and even misogynistic. One abusive and invalidating question or statement after another: &#8220;madwoman in the attic&#8221; At that point I should have ended it. I will absolutely never do Women’s hour again.</p>
<p>— Sinead O&#8217;Connor (Shuhada Sadaqat) (@MagdaDavitt77) <a href="https://twitter.com/MagdaDavitt77/status/1399664583523147776?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 1, 2021</a></p></blockquote>
<p><script src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" async="" type="mce-no/type" charset="utf-8"></script>The singer has recently changed her name to Shuhada Sadaqat after converting to Islam in 2018 but has kept Sinead O&#8217;Connor has her stage name and continues to record under it. She rose to fame within the late 1980s and early 1990’s when she released her famous cover of the classic Prince song ‘<em>Nothing Compares 2 U</em>’. The single was released on 8th January 1990 when the singer was in her early 20’s, the song debuted at number one and became hugely successful. <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0-EF60neguk" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p>
<p>The 54-year-old artist then caused controversy during a performance on Saturday Night Live on 3rd October 1992. O’Connor took to the stage and performed an a cappella rendition of ‘<em>War</em>’ by Bob Marley, the cover was to be in protest against the alleged sexual abuse claims within the Catholic church. The singer then presented a picture of Pope John Paul ii and proceeded to tear the picture whilst singing to the camera.</p>
<p>The incident has remained synonymous with controversy and has followed O’Connor throughout her career and life. The singer has recently announced that she will be releasing her first album in eight years. The album entitled &#8216;<a href="In%20other news, O'Connor has announced her first album in eight years. The singer's new album 'No Veterans Die Alone' is set to be released 2022."><em>No Veterans Die Alone</em></a>&#8216;, is set to be released in 2022.</p>
<p>Since the interview O&#8217;Connor also posted on Twitter to apologise for a comment she made in which she compared herself to Jamaican men. The singer had spoken about how she has four children with four different men, during this comment the singer made the comparison in question.</p>
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Also, apologies if I accidentally offended Jamaican men. I was referring to specific friends of mine in the music business. Jamaican people are my favourite people on this earth and Jamaican male musicians my biggest inspiration. <a href="https://t.co/4S9cT9X1An">https://t.co/4S9cT9X1An</a> — Sinead O&#8217;Connor (Shuhada Sadaqat) (@MagdaDavitt77) <a href="https://twitter.com/MagdaDavitt77/status/1399665742207881217?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 1, 2021</a>
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<p>The host of Woman’s hour Barnett has yet to comment on O’Connor’s disgust expressed over the interview. However, a spokesperson from the BBC has provided a statement to <a href="https://www.radiotimes.com/audio/radio/sinead-oconnor-radio-4-womans-hour-newsupdate/">Radiotimes</a> concerning the disagreement. “<em>During an interview about her new book, Sinead O’Connor was talking about her mental health and was asked what she made of a comment by a music critic reviewing her book in recent days.</em>”</p>
<p>Click <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000wjpv">here </a>to listen to the show on BBC Radio 4.</p>
<p>Click <a href="https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/316/316809/rememberings/9781844885411.html">here</a> to order ‘<em>Rememberings</em>’.</p>
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		<title>Biffy Clyro Frontman To Host New Show On BBC Radio Scotland</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jun 2021 21:05:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sophia Elizabeth Tuck]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Biffy Clyro singer and guitarist Simon Neil has announced his new six-part series entitled &#8216;The Simon Neil Experience&#8216; which will air on BBC Radio Scotland from 9th June 2021 at 10 pm and will also be available to stream and listen to via BBC Sounds. The announcement was made on the band’s Instagram page, the [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Biffy Clyro singer and guitarist Simon Neil has announced his new six-part series entitled &#8216;<em>The Simon Neil Experience</em>&#8216; which will air on BBC Radio Scotland from 9th June 2021 at 10 pm and will also be available to stream and listen to via BBC Sounds. The announcement was made on the band’s Instagram page, the post details the air dates and gives a brief outline of the show’s premise.</p>
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<p>Neil has spoken to the <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/2021/simon-neil">BBC</a> regarding his new show and expresses his passion for the medium of radio.</p>
<p>“<em>It’s a pleasure to be doing The Simon Neil Experience with BBC Radio Scotland and BBC Sounds and I’m proud to present six shows that each explore a different style of music that I love. Radio has been a big part of my life as a musician and music fan, and whilst we were not able to travel and share our music with the world, I wanted to share the songs, and artists, that have helped me through the last year, and more, alongside some very special guests that I am incredibly excited about.</em>”</p>
<p>The show will provide an intimate insight into the Scottish singer’s relationship with music through a wide variety of genres and styles, which will also chart Neil’s personal and professional life through the tracks chosen. Each instalment will concentrate on an individual genre and style of music thus providing the listener with a clear, concise and comprehensive education and story behind the chosen songs. Neil will not be alone in his new musical journey; the singer will be joined by a special guest with which he will discuss the music and will conduct interviews with concerning their own personal relationship with music.</p>
<p>The series was commissioned by Gareth Hydes, commissioning editor who is responsible for commissions and scheduling for BBC Radio Scotland. Hydes has also spoken to the <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/2021/simon-neil">BBC</a> regarding the network’s new show.</p>
<p>“<em>It’s fantastic to welcome Simon to Radio Scotland’s presenter stable with this new series. We are excited to be working with him and looking forward to hearing the music that has inspired him through the decades and the stories behind them. It promises to be a must-listen for all Biffy Clyro fans but also for anyone interested in getting more insight in to what influences the front man of one of Scotland’s most successful musical exports.</em>”</p>
<p>Neil’s band Biffy Clyro, which consists of fellow members and brothers, bassist James Johnston and drummer Ben Johnston, have remained a favourite for many music fans since their debut album ‘<em>Blackened Sky</em>’, released 10th March 2002 via Beggars Banquet Records. The band recently celebrated their third number one album with the release of their eighth studio album ‘<em>A Celebrations of Endings</em>’. The album was released on 14th August 2020 and debuted at the number one spot and has sired six singles, with the most recent single entitled ‘<em>North of No South</em>’ released 10th January 2021.</p>
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<p>Since their inception, the Scottish rockers have been delighting fans at festivals as well as collecting substantial accolades. Their most recent award saw the band nominated in 2021’s Brit Awards, the group were nominated for British Group which was snagged by popular girl group Little Mix.  The band, famed for big festival performances, will be playing at Glasgow Green set to be held on 9th September 2021 as well as a headline spot at next year’s Download Festival.</p>
<p>After their appearance at Glasgow Green the group will be hitting the road in October until November with their sold-out tour, ‘<em>The Fingers Crossed Tour</em>’.  The tour will begin on 21st October 2021 with the group performing at University Mountford Hall located in Liverpool and will end on 4th November 2021 with a performance at 02 Academy in Bristol.</p>
<p>Biffy Clyro UK tour dates</p>
<p>09/09/2021 – Glasgow Green – Glasgow<br />
29/10 – University (Mountford Hall) – Liverpool<br />
30/10 – Corn Exchange – Cambridge<br />
31/10 – O2 Academy – Sheffield<br />
02/11 – O2 Forum Kentish Town – London<br />
03/11 – O2 Guildhall – Southampton<br />
04/11 – O2 Academy &#8211; Bristol</p>
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