Tuesday, 23 October 2012

Brazilian Music - Finally Influencing the Global Music Market?

Why tune into Brazilian Music? It's high time that Brazilian music receives the exposure that it deserves. Now I'm not talking about Sergio Mendes- Mas Que Nada that almost plays on loop in England, or the misconception that Brazilian music is all about drums and rhythms like the sound of the Beija Flor Carnival procession. The wider European community often perceive or stereotype Brazilians to people that lead easy lives...

Thursday, 11 October 2012

More- Roger Moore

Sir Roger Moore as Bond With over 7 Bond movies spanning over 12 years, Moore was the longest serving Bond, and the most recognisable and associated face with the franchise. One could argue until blue in the face debating who was better, Sean Connery or Roger Moore which is a pointless task if you ask me, as both offered their own take on Ian Fleming's Bond character.  One thing is for sure, Moore always offered movie goers a roller-coaster ride...

Tuesday, 25 September 2012

Phil Collins- Give Us Just "One More Night!"

Phil Collins (The One & Only) Solo Success Phil Collins is an artist that is quintessentially cool and laid back, without maybe having the on-stage rip-roaring charisma or stage presence showmen such as Elton John have for instance. Although this may have (in some peoples eyes) held him back as an outstanding performer or one of the all time greats on the global stage remains open for debate. Not particularly a heartthrob for...

Wednesday, 15 August 2012

Ryan Leslie- Inspiration & Innovator

Who is Ryan Leslie? Shot taken from 5 Minute Freshen Up' Video In summary, all you need to know about Ryan Leslie is listed here. Why enthuse so much over a once relatively unknown artist to the popular music World? The secret to Ryan Leslie (R-Les's) success started by subtly drawing in lovers of music (true music fans), those that dedicate hours to browsing online radio, forums, blogs, audio snippets, and video. A Harvard...

Tuesday, 14 August 2012

Why Choose a UK Holiday?

Want a Cheap Holiday in 2012? Choose South West Wales After travelling extensively abroad around Europe and the Americas in the past 20 years or so I'm going to give it a miss this year (2012). This August, I will be travelling with a group of gents (aged 20+) to South West Wales where I have spent many a school or Summer holiday. Some of us do have the funds to travel overseas, but the question is 'why travel overseas when there are so many places...