https://www.stevetilston.com/representation | Different Strings Music Agencylorraine@differentstrings.co.uk Steve Tilston is one of our most celebrated song smiths, widely recognised within the world of folk and contemporary music; the words, arrangements and subtle, quite superb guitar playing could be no one else. And now to Steve Tilston’s last album, Last Call officially released on Talking Elephant Records March 2025, over half a century on from his first and on a par with his finest. With the accompaniment of good friends and long-time musical collaborators, Steve looks both back and ahead as he travels the musical spectrum, across blues, traditional folk, poetry and even a hint of jazz. From social and political comment to rustic reflection, from autobiography to eternal geographical history; it’s a thing of audible joy and circumstantial sadness.“The more you listen, the more there is to discover.” Bob HarrisThe story of Steve’s “lost” letter from John Lennon thrust Steve into the worldwide media spotlight and was the inspiration for a Hollywood movie. Danny Collins, starring Al Pacino in the title role is now available to own on DVD. Sadly, Steve’s songs didn’t actually appear on the soundtrack, but the publicity surrounding the film, brought Steve and his music to much wider attention. You can still watch the clip of when Steve met Al on YouTube.Steve was also voted, Fatea Awards Male Vocalist of the Year 2015 and Truth to Tell was chosen as one of The Telegraph’s top folk albums that year too.Born in Liverpool and raised in the Midlands, Steve made his recording debut in 1971 with the classic An Acoustic Confusion and has been turning out quality albums ever since. Life by Misadventure, And So It Goes, Solo Rubato and Such and Such all featuring first-class song-writing and stylistically Tilston, marking him out as one of this country’s finest writers. Whilst the instrumental Swans at Coole is testament to his guitar virtuosity. Though known as a songwriter, Steve has always had an ear for the tradition and included new interpretations of old favourites on his original recordings. Of Many Hands is his first “all-traditional” album; with unique arrangements of timeless classics. There’s also a “best of” anthology, The Greening Wind and a live album Live Hemistry recorded on tour with Fairport Convention.He joined an illustrious band of guitarists including Martin Simpson, Michael Messer and Wizz Jones, when he was invited to contribute to the Guitar Maestro series of DVDs; a combination of live studio performance and interviews, revealing the real passion behind these talented musicians… If anyone ever deserved the moniker “Guitar Maestro”, it’s Steve Tilston!The writer of such classic songs as The Slipjigs and Reels and the award-winning The Reckoning, is also a published author. Steve’s first novel All for Poor Jack is an historical tale set in Bristol and the New World, full of colourful characters. It’s a mighty good read and has been enjoyed by the likes of Bob Dylan no less!He’s toured with John Renbourn’s Ship of Fools, traditional singer Maggie Boyle (the classic recordings Of Moor and Mesa and All Under the Sun), as guitarist with Ballet Rambert, with Maartin Allcock & Pete Zorn in WAZ! with Brooks Williams and with his daughter Martha. Plus collaborations with alt-country band The Durbervilles and old Bristol pals Keith Warmington and the late Stuart Gordon as the Steve Tilston Trio. His most recent project is Tilston & Lowe a duo with fellow songwriter Jez Lowe, producing The Janus Game a CD of brand-new co-writes.Others have also recorded Steve’s songs. Here’s to Tom Paine is the adopted theme song for the Tom Paine Society of America and we’ve lost count of the number of versions of The Slipjigs & Reels!

Allan is former Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist and is living with a terminal illness after being diagnosed with a rare cancer. Allan Finnegan competed in the 2020 series of the ITV variety competition with his comedy act, delivering standup routines that charmed the viewers and judging panel.After the show, the Baptist minister continued working at his church in Bootle as normal, but sought medical advice when he started to experience some issues with his vision in 2022.I didn't ask for any of this…When Allan was little, he hoped to be a footballer. But, like many things in 'Brutal Bootle', that dream was quickly demolished. Thoughts of God never got beyond Mr Godson's classroom, until his future mother-in-law insisted church attendance was a condition of dating the lovely Joyce. Faced with that ultimatum, he went along.I didn't ask for any of this…Especially not becoming the church minister! But when a throw-away comment landed Allan on the stage of a comedy club, everything changed. He found his calling. Somewhere he could make a difference. Something he was good at. So good that he ended up on Britain's Got Talent.I didn't ask for any of this…Especially not the terminal cancer diagnosis.

https://www.facebook.com/elishahousepageElisha House provides supported living accommodation to 31 males in recovery from substance or alcohol misuse. We work according to the 12 steps recovery programme and five ways to wellbeing. We have a strong community ethos and an extensive timetable. We provide volunteering opportunities in our community gardening project and community cafe. We offer hope that recovery is possible.

Learn more of Andy here https://www.andyhalliday.co.uk/follow Fr Alex on @alexfjfrostA little of Andy hereAfter 40 years working on high performing teams, I'm convinced that the successful folk are those who in the words of Abraham Maslow, "choose to step forward towards growth rather than back towards safety"Whilst personal time to reflect and recover in a safe psychological space is vital to support wellbeing, growth is impossible without spending some time feeling uncomfortable. The World is a tough place to live, every behaviour is under scrutiny and these days, it seems that it is all recorded on a phone or tablet somewhere! As my own physical and mental 'close to the edge' experiences start to reduce, I'm convinced that Stoicism should be the guiding light! I'm also set on passing on my learnings to support and encourage others to grasp the nettle..........I've been lucky enough to work alongside some incredibly talented, resourceful and resilient individuals in high performance, both in policing and international sport. I've experienced both elation and trauma and learned to cope with both.My mantra, to learn something new every day still applies, even as I move grow old ungracefully through my sixth decade!

Journalist, Broadcaster and Commentator. Former BBC NI Political Editor. Contributor for newspapers including the Irish Times, Belfast Telegraph, Belfast Newsletter & Daily Mirror NI. Experienced chair of webinars and conferences drawing on decades covering Stormont and my time reporting on international affairs as BBC United Nations Correspondent in New York. You can find my work via Twitter @markdevenport via https://legitimate.net/profiles/mark-devenport or previously at https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/topics/c7d9y05d1lnt

ENJOY THE SILENCE UK are a well-established UK-based DEPECHE MODE tribute band which formed out of the ashes of highly respected DM act SPEAK & SPELL alongside members of the UK’s premier HUMAN LEAGUE tribute act LOVE DISTRACTION. Since forming, ENJOY THE SILENCE UK have established themselves a formidable live reputation, playing at the prestigious ISLE OF WIGHT FESTIVAL this year on the same line-up as Sting, Alison Moyet and Midge Ure [plus being invited back for 2026 to be on the bill with The Cure]. They have played four years running on the FAKE FESTIVAL circuit, supporting the legendary HEAVEN 17 at a Butlins 80s Weekender and entertaining venues up and down the country from Bristol to showcasing a yearly Scottish tour [Glasgow/Edinburgh/Dunfermline]. The band’s calendar for 2025 has featured slots at GLASTONBARRY & TRIBFEST festivals and a return to the massively popular FAKE FESTIVAL series of events; the latter with ENJOY THE SILENCE UK being the only electronic band to feature on the bill.

Wagner Fiuza-Carrilho, known for his memorable performances on "The X Factor," has undergone a significant transformation and returned to the UK after a stint in Brazil.BackgroundWagner, who gained fame as a contestant on the seventh season of "The X Factor" in 2010, became a fan favorite for his theatrical performances and unique style. He finished in sixth place, captivating audiences with his renditions of songs like "She Bangs" and "Love Shack". ge-magazine.comRecent TransformationIn recent years, Wagner has made headlines not just for his musical talent but also for his dramatic physical transformation. Now 69 years old, he has adopted a new look characterized by platinum blonde hair, a full silver beard, and a muscular physique. This transformation has surprised many fans, who have taken to social media to express their admiration. Life ChangesAfter spending time in Brazil, where he attempted to launch a hair transplant business, Wagner returned to the UK in December 2022. He expressed dissatisfaction with living in Brazil and decided to sell his clinic, marking a new chapter in his life. Current ActivitiesWagner is actively engaging with fans through various platforms. He offers custom video messages for special occasions and performs at events across the UK and Ireland. His website features merchandise and details about his public appearances, showcasing his continued passion for entertaining. Wagner X FactorReflections on The X FactorIn interviews, Wagner has shared his thoughts on the evolution of "The X Factor" and the music industry, noting the challenges faced by reality shows in the current digital age. He reflects on how the landscape has changed, with social media and streaming platforms altering how artists gain recognition.

The Very Rev. Winnie Sara Varghese (born May 28, 1972) is the 12th dean of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City. She is the first woman and person of color to hold this position in the Cathedral’s 133-year history.Rev. Varghese is a widely recognized leader in the Episcopal Church. She was called “the future of our church,” by the Rev. Kelly Brown Douglas, the canon theologian at the Washington National Cathedral and visiting professor at Harvard Divinity School. Union Theological Seminary said that “Varghese has become one of the most prominent religious voices for justice and inclusion in our time.”Early life and educationVarghese was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, to parents who immigrated from India in 1970. Her brother is the comic Paul Varghese.Varghese lived in India during part of her early childhood. She completed undergraduate studies at Agnes Scott College in Decatur, Georgia and Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. She earned a Masters of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary in 1999 and was ordained to the transitional diaconate in the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles in the same year. She was ordinated into the priesthood on January 8, 2000.The Episcopal Church USAVarghese served as the Rector of St. Luke’s Atlanta from 2021 to 2024.Prior to St. Luke’s Atlanta, Varghese served at Trinity Church NYC where she held several roles, including leading the domestic grants and service programs and peer leadership development for Anglican Communion leaders.Prior to joining Trinity Wall Street, Varghese served as the first female Rector of the historic St. Mark’s Church in the Bowery. The Rt. Rev. Barbara C. Harris, the first woman ordained bishop in the worldwide Anglican Communion, preached at the installation. [3]Prior to St. Mark’s Church-in-the-Bowery, Varghese served as Episcopal Chaplain at Columbia University, and before that, at UCLA.Varghese helped the Diocese of New York develop a credit union that serves New Yorkers with a goal of expanding access to financial services for low income households and others that may struggle to be welcomed by traditional banks. [4]She is currently a member of the Committee for Corporate Social Responsibility, Executive Council of the Episcopal Church, 2023-present. She previously served as Chair of the Committee on the State of the Church, the General Convention of the Episcopal Church, 2015-2018 and Voting Secretary and Deputy to the General Convention of The Episcopal Church (New York), in 2015 and 2018.She was elected to the Executive Council of the Episcopal Church from 2006 - 2012.