He's the elder statesman of Fleet Street who's famous for his Right-wing views on everything from homosexuality to apartheid. So how would he react to a grilling from a well-known Leftie?... more
This week's decision to abolish the UK Film Council makes me long for the days when David Cameron cared so much about being seen to value culture that he clutched a shiny new copy of On Chesil Beach on the Tube... more
If Kate Nash was annoying before, at least she had some hits and hooks; this time it’s just bland and irritating. Plus, Paul Weller's lastest release.... more
This is one chart that Sting probably wishes he didn't top. The rock legend has come first - as well as seventh - on a list of the most commonly misheard pop lyrics.... more
Jon Fratelli took ten years to become an overnight success, and just a year to nearly throw it all away. The 29-year-old mop-topped frontman with The Fratellis hit the big time two years ago when the band's debut album, Costello Music, sold a million copies, largely on the strength of their infuriatingly catchy single Chelsea Dagger. ... more
The Bee Gees are to be honoured for their contribution to music with a commemorative green plaque at the home of their former manager Robert Stigwood... more
Some classy pop from Tori Amos, more of the same old rope from Black Rebel Motorcycle Club and a nice send-off for the late jazzman Tony Scott are among the week's offerings.... more
Californian girl-boy duo The Bird and the Bee might appear to be another winsome pop act, but their debut headline UK gig proved they are much more than a few sweet tunes.... more
After a stint in Pinter's People, comedian Bill Bailey fronted the BBC Concert Orchestra and his musical departure was certainly more successful than his theatrical foray.... more
Pop's gaudiest circus troupe the Scissor Sisters dug out their most glitzy outfits and commandeered Trafalgar Square for a night of campness and extravagant disco.... more
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