Texan Raiders Brings Yorkshire Roots to a Nashville-Inspired Country Adventure
October 29, 2026A teenage rockabilly band in Leeds might seem an unlikely starting point for an animated cowboy’s musical adventures, but that journey sits at the heart of Texan Raiders. Created by musician and composer Sandy Nuttgens, the project draws together a lifelong interest in American roots music, melodic songwriting and visual storytelling on The Adventures of Glenn the Cowboy. Nuttgens formed his first band, The Hell Cats, at 15, developing an early enthusiasm for rockabilly, country and Americana. Songwriters including Hank Williams and Tampa Red became important influences, while a 1987 trip to Nashville and Memphis strengthened his connection to American…
From Holding an Opinion to Embodying a Principle
“Taking a position” and “taking a stand” are not interchangeable in Serge Beddington-Behrens’s forthcoming book. He describes the second as a deeper commitment to embodying the principles a person supports, rather than simply expressing an opinion about them. This distinction…
Two Hours to Learn “Felicità”: Valentina’s Unexpected Italian Duet
An unexpected invitation from Al Bano gave Valentina one of the most demanding opportunities of her career so far. While on holiday in Italy, she was scheduled to open a show for the Italian singer. Around two hours before the…
From Lamento to Symphony: Kleiberg Presents Three Orchestral Works
Three works written at different points in Ståle Kleiberg’s career make up Across the Ocean towards a Higher Firmament, his forthcoming recording with the Trondheim Symphony Orchestra. Peter Szilvay conducts the programme, which moves from the intimate remembrance of Lamento…
Alan Mair Returns With New Album Field Of One And Lead Single How Could I Let This Happen
Alan Mair, founding member of The Only Ones, is set to return with a new solo album, Field Of One, on 3rd August 2026. The release marks a significant new chapter for the influential musician, whose work has left a…
Dr. Žilvinas Svigaris Challenges Conventional Parenting Advice
Parenting advice often arrives in the form of rules, systems and expert recommendations. Dr. Žilvinas Svigaris challenges that tradition in Who Educates Parents?, a new book from Shea Publishing that examines parenting through the shared experiences of one family. Instead…
From Difficult Beginnings to Public Recognition, Billy Bowness Keeps Rising
Billy Bowness’s journey to success has been shaped by challenges that might have stopped many people. Instead, he has used those experiences as motivation, building a career in entertainment while becoming a visible advocate for mental health, LGBTQ+ inclusion and…
Tia-Brittany’s DTF Connects Music, Film and Personal Truth
Tia-Brittany’s DTF is a pop album with a strong cinematic identity. Led by Don’t Talk Feelings, the project reflects the Sydney-based artist’s commitment to telling emotionally honest stories through both sound and visuals. The album’s visual world was developed in…
Eric Roberts Stars in Supernatural Crime Thriller Holy Father
SRHP Films is preparing to introduce audiences to Holy Father, a 90-minute horror and crime thriller written and directed by Shravan Tiwari. Set within a world of faith, possession and criminal investigation, the film combines supernatural terror with a dark…
London Metropolitan Orchestra to Perform Christoph Schnell at Cadogan Hall
The London Metropolitan Orchestra will perform music by Christoph Schnell at Cadogan Hall on Sunday 13 September 2026. The concert will include two world premieres and will form part of a wider celebration of Schnell’s work as a contemporary composer.…
The Dreamlike Worlds of Nick Williams
Nick Williams’ paintings are instantly recognisable for their intense colour, richly worked surfaces and imaginative sense of place. As a Cornish artist, he creates oil paintings that invite viewers to enjoy their visual beauty while also considering the stories suggested…
