Dave Stringer in Conversation with British Champion Wrestler Tommy Freeman

Dave Stringer in Conversation with British Champion Wrestler Tommy Freeman

Tommy Freeman is a prominent British professional wrestler, known as a reigning All Star Wrestling (ASW) British Champion and former 2x Prime Heavyweight Champion. He is a fan favourite recognized for his technical skill and championship defences across the UK with promotions like ASW and Prime Wrestling. All Star Wrestling is a British Professional wrestling promotion also known as All Star Promotions, Superslam Wrestling and Big Time Wrestling and originally known as Wrestling Enterprises (of Birkenhead), run by Brian Dixon and […]

29 April 2026 3

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Dave Stringer in Conversation with Noel Boland aka Luke Combs

Beautiful Crazy is an exciting and authentic theatrical celebration of one of the biggest country stars on the planet… Luke Combs. Featuring award-winning country singer Noel Boland and a band led by Sarah Jory, the world’s number one female pedal steel guitar player and BCMA Hall of Fame Inductee, Beautiful Crazy features fan favourites including: Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma, Where the Wild Things Are, Fast Car, When It Rains It Pours, She Got the Best of Me, Hurricane and, of course, Beautiful Crazy. With a […]

21 April 2026 3

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Dave Stringer in Conversation with Ged Graham of the Dubliners Story

Performed by a phenomenal cast of Irish Musicians, the show is packed full of classics like Whiskey in the Jar, The Irish Rover and Rocky Road to Dublin - guaranteed to get your toes tapping as they bring the joy of this much-loved Irish folk band back to the stage. This ultimate feel-good production celebrates the musical mastery of The Dubliners, Ireland's favourite sons, in association with the legendary O'Donoghue's pub. With breathtaking performances and authentic Irish spirit, the show spans over 50 years, commemorating The Story […]

21 April 2026 2

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Dave Stringer in Conversation with Jo Cox of Leek Arts Festival

Founded in 1977 Leek Arts Festival began as a week-long celebration of the local arts scene with just a handful of events. Over the years it has expanded to nearly six weeks – it now runs from the end of April to the beginning of June each year – and features anything between 30 and 40 events including national and internationally-known artists. Each year the programme is put together by a handful of hard-working volunteers (just six at the latest […]

21 April 2026 2

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Dave Stringer in Conversation with Cassidy Jansen (Carole King)

In the latest of our series highlighting the virtues of tribute acts I get to chat to Cassidy Jansen who performs the music of Carole King. To be honest she isn't just a tribute act because Cassidy has had King herself write a track for her debut album. She is currently on tour. She is also an Olivier award winner and in this show she honours the music of icon Carole King who she played for two years in 'Beautiful: […]

21 April 2026 3

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Carol Lovatt in Conversation with Steve & Sheena of Nantwich Jazz & Blues Festival

Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival 2026 celebrates its 28th year with five incredible days of live music across the town this Easter, from Thursday 2nd to Monday 6th April 2026. With over 17 venues, 300+ gigs and a stellar line-up, it is one of Cheshire’s biggest and most loved live music events. Headline acts for Easter 2026 include King King, Rebecca Downes, Tom Seals, The Stumble, Rebecca Ferguson, The James Taylor Quartet, Jim Kirkpatrick Band, Nearly Dan, and Bruce […]

20 March 2026 1

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Dave Stringer in Conversation with Harry Curley from Sunny Afternoon

Sunny Afternoon is a story of friendship, fame and rock history, set to a soundtrack of era-defining songs that brings the sound of the 60s roaring back to life. Experience the electrifying true story behind The Kinks, the band that changed rock music forever, with a back catalogue of unforgettable hits including “You Really Got Me,” “Lola,” and “All Day and All of the Night.” Sunny Afternoon comes to the Regent Theatre on 7th - 11th April 2026 and I […]

20 March 2026 1

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Dave Stringer in Conversation with Wet Wet Wet

Wet Wet Wet are a phenominal band. Over the past four decades. They have sold over 15 million singles and albums. They have spent over 500 weeks on the UK Singles and Album charts. Their albums have gone platinum over 20 times and their Love is all Around track spent a record breaking 15 weeks at number 1. Post Marti Pellow they recruited former Liberty X and The Voice winner Kevin Simm. Their most recent album made the top ten […]

16 March 2026 1

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Dave Stringer in Coversation with The One and Only Chesney Hawkes

Chesney Hawkes scored a massive UK hit with the song 'The One and Only' which featured in the film Buddy's Song. He also starred in the film, Chesney is the son of Chip Hawkes the Tremeloes bass player. His mum and his sister are also in show business and his brother played drums on the track 'The One and Only'. He has been active since 1991 and is still touring today. He has released six studio albums. The latest was […]

4 March 2026 9

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