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Live blogger/news reporter: The Guardian/The Sun. Author: 'Stuart Adamson - In a Big Country'. Writer: Record Collector.
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Joined January 2012
You can find all the latest updates and tributes to @OzzyOsbourne with me on The Sun's live blog today
thesun.co.uk
ROCK legend Ozzy Osbourne’s family have released a heartbreaking statement after he sadly passed away at the age of 76. The touching message was signed off by Sharon and his children, who sai…
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So many reasons to grab yourself a copy of the ace @RecCollMag this month; Bob Stanley's unparalleled writing on Brian Wilson; @simon_price01 on the ubiquitous @wetlegband Plus, I catch up with @gene_band's ever-so waspish @MartinRossiter - after 30 years. In shops now.
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Mine: 1. Steeltown – audacious.2. The Crossing – original.3. The Seer – anthemic.4. Buffalo Skinners – thrilling.5. Driving to Damascus – inspiring.6. The Journey – ambitious.7. No Place Like Home – industrious.8. Peace In Our Time – lightweight.9. Why The Long Face – perplexing.
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As opinion-splitting albums go, Big Country's Why The Long Face is up there with the best of them. As it turns 30 this year, this great piece from @GraemeStrachan in @thecourieruk UK provides the perfect opportunity to rate the band's nine studio albums
thecourier.co.uk
The band, which was formed in Dunfermline in 1981, released Why The Long Face on June 12 1995 before embarking on a tour with the Rolling Stones.
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Kilts, kids and Kinks: in-depth look at Stuart Adamson's emotional message to fans at the end of Big Country's last UK gig in @thecourieruk @C_GStrachan
thecourier.co.uk
The Glasgow Barrowland concert on May 31 2000 was Adamson's final live appearance in the UK with the Dunfermline band - and the son of Crossgates left the stage on what would become an achingly...
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RT @RecCollMag: RC May 2025 #570 (out now): Pub Rock special staring Dr Feelgood, Kilburns, Brinsley, Ducks Deluxe et al… plus! Opeth… Smok….
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Fan reaction to @ladygaga Mayhem Ball tour has been insane with pre-sale tickets selling out in minutes in the US and UK. Here's everything you need to know about getting tickets in the general sale tomorrow #mayhem
thesun.co.uk
GENERAL sale for Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball tour is currently underway. Presales for the US star’s arena shows – which kicks off July 2025 in Las Vegas – opened earlier this we…
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RT @Cristiano: 🎥 The moment has arrived!. #CR7LEGACY, a fragrance that celebrates my passion, determination, and incredible achievements. 🌟….
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Heathrow boss defends running of airport after criticism of shutdown
theguardian.com
Thomas Woldbye says most other airports operate similar back-up power systems to Heathrow, as Ed Miliband announces investigation
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RT @RecCollMag: RC Mar 2025 #568 (out now): At home in LA with John Lydon as he shows us his record collection! Plus! Tim Buckley full stor….
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‘They’re a rabble’ - senior Labour figure on Reform after it refused to suspend MP who assaulted a woman
theguardian.com
James McMurdock, who did not publicly disclose before election his conviction 18 years ago, meets party vetting standards
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RT @RecCollMag: Continuing our series in which we pick 45 great singles from Britain’s key cities, in RC566, Allan Glen salutes the 7” out….
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Tickled pinkish to have put this together.
Continuing our series in which we pick 45 great singles from Britain’s key cities, in RC566, Allan Glen salutes the 7” output of Glasgow, from Lonnie Donegan and Lulu to Orange Juice, Primal Scream and beyond… . #glasgow
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RT @wideawake_media: "He's an absolute buffoon.". Deputy UK PM Angela Rayner on Donald Trump:. "He has no place in the White House. He's an….
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RT @GrantMcPheeFilm: It might be a little 'under the counter' but Michael Train deserves a huge amount of credit for uncovering and putting….
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Honoured to be asked to nominate the best 45 singles from Glasgow bands and artists for this month's @RecCollMag. From The Boy Hairdressers to BMX Bandits, it's fair to say Bellshill features quite a lot. @simplemindscom @creationrecords @TeenageFanclub.
RC Jan 2025 #566 (out now): The Yardbirds… Glasgow 45s… Bonzo Dog Band. The Jesus Lizard… NOW That’s What I Call Music. James Carr & Goldwax… Sean O’Hagan… reviews: Manics, The Creation, Laura Nyro, Talking Heads…
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RT @brucerisk: A genuinely lovely guy and an inspirational artist. An old friend. #RIPStuartAdamson.
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If you're hunting for @gunsnroses tickets in today's pre-sale I'm running a live blog for @TheSun on all the latest updates on the 2025 tour #gunsnroses
thesun.co.uk
GUNS N’ ROSES are returning to the UK with two shows as part of their European and Middle East tour. The band will play Birmingham Villa Park on June 23 and London Wembley Stadium on June 26.…
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