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The Latest Breaking News from Danny Thompson

“Lionisation is too late when you’re dead… I’ve often thought of faking my own death and watching the record companies drum up all the stuff they can”: A fight, a show then a drink with John Martyn

All the evidence you need to be convinced the hard-living singer-songwriter was as progressive as they come

Louder

A beginner's guide to progressive folk in 10 acts - it's not all 'hey nonny nonny', y'know

Folk and folk rock bands are responsible for some of the most progressive music ever made. Not only that, but they influenced the rock world as we know it

Louder

Singleton: too early to tell, incumbent mayor in top spot

More than 10,000 votes still need to be tallied.

Newcastle Herald

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Singleton shake-up: almost half of incumbent councillors not standing

Twelve candidates are vying for 10 positions.

Newcastle Herald

The tragic murder of racing legend Mickey Thompson and his wife: A case of betrayal and revenge

‘Speed King’ Mickey Thompson and wife Trudy were found dead outside their Los Angeles home – and for more than a decade, no one knew why. The new show ‘Homicide: Los Angeles’ dives into it, writes James Liddell

The Independent UK

“When I drank, I was going to be the best drinker in the bar, or take the most drugs or whatever. When I did give up the drink I was going to be the best at that:” The bottom-end drive that made Danny Thompson’s name

Rejecting criticism from those who wondered why he bothered playing folk music, the always-in-demand bassist’s attitude led to experiences with John Martyn, Kate Bush, David Sylvian, Tim Buckley and many others

Louder

Pro AV Newsmakers: Utelogy Elevates the Smart Workplace and Yes, More People on the Move

Can't keep up with all the Pro AV movement in 2024? Don't worry, we have you covered right here.

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"David Bowie said, 'That was one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard.’” Magna Carta and friends in high places

Chris Simpson of 70s folky proggers Magna Carta recalls 50 years of making music. “I look back and think: how did it all happen?” he says...

Louder

Singleton Council race in the balance

Counting will recommence on Monday in the Singleton council by-election.

Newcastle Herald

‘I knew this was different’: Nick Drake’s producer on misunderstood classic Pink Moon

In the dead of night 50 years ago, two men came together to make a pared-back masterpiece that is still beguiling fans to this day. John Wood remembers the singer’s intense, astonishing reinvention

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