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Of course some people may recognise

Yes, it was hard to take the jump. It was

your face but under a different name.

a leap of faith. I had built a fan base and

You featured within Image 34 as

I had to start from scratch and hope they

Harrison. What happened to Linda

would all move on with me. But I'm very

Harrison?

She's still a part of me, the “old me”, but like any person, we change, we evolve and we move on. Now I'm

Interview By: Michael

better described as Elle Exxe.

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How is your music changed since working under the name of Harrison?

It's fine-tuned and focussed. I've created a particular sound and I stick to it. The style pushes the boundaries of the pop-

Why did you feel it was time to rePhotogaraphy Credit:

happy I did it.

norm.

invent yourself?

How would you describe the music you

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There were countless reasons at the

make?

time. I'd built a name for myself as Harrison but that name and image didn't represent who I was or what I loved, it only represented what I could do. Elle Exxe represents the most powerful elements of what I do, what I care about and who I am.

Was it hard to let go of all that work you had put in under that name?

Loud. Catchy. Abrasive.

Now tell us what is your current favourite song and why? “alright” - Kendrick Lamar. I love the sentiment of the song and I love singing it in the car with my friends.

Is there an album you currently have on repeat?

Frank Ocean – Orange (in anticipation for his new

You will be headlining London’s KOKO in October for CLUB

album)

NME. Are you nervous?

If you could have another artist collaborate with

I'm more excited than nervous, but of course it's nerve-

you on a song, who would it be and why?

GaGa, Jack White and me. Why not?!

What would that song to be like?

wrecking. It's a massive venue and many of the people in the crowd might not have heard of me yet, I've got to win them over.

Will this be the first time your fans can hear your new music in a live setting?

No not the first, but it'll bemy best show so far. The band will be a little bigger than usual and there might be a surprise or two.. .

What inspired your single “Lost In LA” And why did you make this a single?

We'd produce it all together with all our influences, it'd be a tender monster growling and purring you into a state of sexy loved-up confusion.

However back onto your music.

When producing music how involved do you like to get in the process? Do you write your

and deserves to be out there on it's own.

Quite simply, I was in L.A. and I got lost... I saw others getting lost in L.A too.

It's a crazy place and it's so easy to lose track of reality. I made it a single cause it's a beast of a song

own songs? How much of the music and lyrics do you write?

Your recently had your launch party for this. How did your fans take it?

I get very involved in the process, sometimes I write and produce the songs. The minimum involvement I

They loved it. They were all singing the chorus - even once

have is writing the lyrics and melody.

I stopped they were still singing it over and over. It was raaaaad.

Were you nervous to perform your new material or

due next year.

ready to release it to the world?

Any shows lined up?

A bit of both. One side of me is dying for people to like what I do – that gets me nervous. The other side doesn't give a fuck – I try to listen to that side more.

I've dedicated so much time, energy and money working on the material, my job now is to set it free; it'd be ace if people liked it and if they wanted to buy it, but if they don't, maybe they'll like the next song?

Or the one after that? It doesn't really matter as long

Put Koko in your diary – Friday 16th October .

This time next year where do you hope Elle Exxe will be?

Ibizaaaaa after having played one too many festivals and selling one too many records.

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as each song I write is as good or better than the last one.

For tickets for the Elle Exxe show at KOKO on click here

What was the best part of the show?

For music by Elle Exxe click here

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We saw a fan of yours post a video of them in H&M where your song was playing. How did that feel?

It made me feel all warm and fuzzy <3 Do you like it when fans get in touch with you in that way?

Definitely! I like it when they get in touch in anyway/shape/form! They're loving watching my music grow and reach more people and so am I! We're part of a movement together and it feels really special to share these moments with each other.

A question I am sure your fans will be dying to know. When can they expect new music in the form of a E.P or album from you?

The EP is due in November and the album is

Hannah welcome back to Image 34 for your second feature. Also a massive thanks to you for being one of the performers at the Image 34 event! Now you are

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This track is more ballsy, it’s got more of

back here to talk about your new

a kick! I’m definitely writing more in this

release “Take Control”. So

way as it’s so fun to play live, with loads

jumping right in. Where did the

more energy!

inspiration come from for this record?

Did it take you long to write?

Not too long! I usually have about 5

I wrote it about a big decision a Interview By: Michael

friend made. It talks about taking

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control of the situation, and

ideas on the go and work at them all in a session, when I get bored of one I move on to the next, and so on. This one came pretty naturally!

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they have plenty of time in the

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world. The chorus says even though they think I’m okay with it… I’m not! But as usual with my

What does the song mean to you?

It doesn’t mean as much as some have, it’s not a power ballad that talks of a breakup, so I don’t get too emotional

songs, they can be interpreted in

singing it. But the lyrics do mean a lot to

any way.

me, as always, I write from the heart and every time I play live or listen to the

How would you best describe the song?

song, it brings out some emotion.

What has the response been like so far from your fans?

I think it’s an easy listening pop/rock track that you can sing along to, with a deeper meaning for those who want to find one.

Great! I’m so pleased everyone is loving it as much as me! I’ve been ‘sitting’ on it for so long as we recorded it in May, I shot the cover in June, and have only just announced it all, so for me it’s been

How do you feel this song differs from your last set of music?

an anxious wait, which has been the hardest part. It’s been so worth it though!

When is the single released?

so keep a check on my social media for when they’re all announced!

16th of October 2015!

How can fans keep find about the live dates?

You have a launch part for the single in October.

When and where is that?

Any of my social media sites, Facebook, Twitter, I’m all over it!

It’s at The World’s End in Finsbury Park, on the same day of release, 16th of October 2015.

Why did you choose this as your venue?

London shows are hard to choose, as there’s music playing ALL the time in the city.

I played a show at The World’s End earlier in the year and it was full of people wanting to listen to music (as it’s a pub with a free entry venue area at the back). To be that well received in London was amazing, and I loved the vibe, so that’s why I chose it!

Is it an open event?

Yes, of course! Free entry, just rock up, and we’ll hang out!

Did you have any other lives dates coming up?

I’m currently booking shows around the release,

Any last shout outs?

Thanks to everyone who has been involved in the single so far; Adam Coltman @ Sticky Studios My Band, Jack Densley, Jon Kelliher, Kamil Bartnik, Tommy Reynolds for pictures and the video.

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If you missed Hannah's performance at our Image 34 event click here to listen to her performance.

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Lynne Jackaman. Welcome to your

moment with your fans. It’s

first Image 34 interview! So your

instantaneous. It forms a connection. It

name is Lynne Jackaman and you

feeds me, and I love meeting them

have started a project called

afterwards, they're like family to me

JACKAMAN? Tell us a little bit more about this project and why you aren’t working just as your actual name.

JACKAMAN is my new solo project,

because we've shared something.

Making and releasing music in a climate where so much emphasis is placed on social media it can become easy to get hung up and distracted from real interaction. It's important to stay

Interview By: Michael

which is a big but hugely exciting step

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for me because I feel like it's the

do. Make great music. Give your

embodiment of my tastes and where

everything and then let it go.

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I'm at right now creatively, but I

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wanted it to have a band feel.

focused on who you are and what you

What is your favourite memory from that night?

Ian Campbell John Banyard

You recently had a sold out show.

John McMurtrie

How did that feel to sell out the

It’s crazy..one minute you're stepping

venue?

out onto the stage and the next you are

It was fantastic! I have truly incredible fans, and it's thanks to them that my last few acoustic shows, which were all building up to that one, have all

singing your last note. Time escapes me when I sing. I especially enjoyed it when I sat down at the piano at the very end and it was just me and the crowd. You feel like anything is possible.

sold out. I can’t quite articulate how

Of course you were in a band before

magnificent and magical it feels to be

going solo. Why did you decide to do

in the same room, in the same

this?

As an artist I am constantly evolving. I have so much

music. I can be listening to rock one moment and opera

to say and express. I looked up after a long period

the next. I love to cycle to vinyl shops. I just picked up ‘Sly

of writing and realised that my style had changed

Stone - Recorded in San Francisco '64'-'67' which I'd never

and the music I was making didn’t really fit into the

heard before, and it's a really early recording, and it's great

sound of my previous band, Saint Jude. So, rather than try and transform the band, I thought I'd just step out and create something new.

How is this sound different from your work with the band?

hearing the hints of the genius that was to come. I also picked up a beauty called ‘Get it-Get it! by ‘Ike & Tina Turner’. That's on repeat. She is just incredible. Tina Turner has to be my favourite vocalist and performer.

If you could have another artist collaborate with you on a song, who would it be and why?

I feel it’s a lot more soulful and experimental. I love

I would love to collaborate with Jack White or Beck. I

soul and funk so you can really hear these

think they are so unique and musical and experimental.

influences shining though. There also isn’t a single

They never seem to succumb to the pressure of what's

guitar solo on my new EP - NO HALO, which is very

expected They push boundaries and surprise people and

different from where I was a few years ago. If I’m

that's a gift. What would that song to be like? That's

honest, I love the fact it’s just about me and my

impossible to answer, because the best songwriting is

voice, now. It allows me more space to explore my

organic - you'd just have to wait and see. However back

voice as an instrument and express myself in a new and different way.

Now tell us what is your current favourite song and why?

onto your music.

When producing music how involved do you like to get in the process? Do you write your own songs? How much of the music and lyrics do you write?

I am heavily involved. I write my own lyrics and melodies

I listen to all sorts of music. Old and new.

and I'm very involved in the arrangements. I also co-

Alternative and pop. I love Jack White and how

produced my EP and am totally involved in how I want my

inventive he is! I love the Royal Blood debut album

music to sound. I have a very clear vision. A song is an

and am also into Paolo Nutinis’ new direction. ‘Iron

opportunity to show a deeper side of yourself. To find your

Sky’ is a great song and powerful performance. I am

own voice, your own way and on your own terms. Your

also a massive Beck fan. I love to check out new

new E.P “No Halo” is out now.

music. That said, I always end up revisiting my first love, 60’s and 70’s soul, funk and blues. The song I have been listening to the most currently has to be ‘Evidence’ by Candi Staton. What a groove. What a voice! I can't get enough. Is there an album you currently have on repeat? I am a big vinyl junkie so am constantly listening to all different kinds of

Why did you call it that?

I can remember ad libbing an idea and it just came out. I listened to it back and thought ‘Hey, I kinda like that’ I also thought it would make a great EP title because my previous band was called ‘Saint Jude’ and I am now solo,

so I'm not wearing that halo.

I guess it’s not knowing how it will turn out. If you will be happy with it. How will people respond. One of the hardest

What did you want to achieve with this E.P?

parts of making music is that you have to know when to stop and say ‘Right, that’s it’ and let it go. I always hear

I wanted it to act as an intro to me. To boldly say ‘Hey! This is JACKAMAN’, listen up. Knowing that I would be closely following it up with my album, it was really just a way of getting people's attention and getting out there and having some fun. I feel

things I could’ve have done differently but that’s how I evolve and learn.

How did you find it working solo instead of with your whole band creating music?

relieved that not only are people embracing it but

I find I am a lot more focused now. A lot more definitive. I

everyone likes different songs for different reasons.

can do what I want. It’s not so different because we never

'Honesty (Can be so cruel) seems to be a favourite, which surprised me. You can never predict what people will pick up on and that just spurs me on to make the best possible album I can.

What was the hardest thing about creating this E.P?

wrote as a band. I would usually write with the guitarist or someone from outside or on my own and bring the songs to the band. Now I can experiment a lot more with my sound, which I am loving. I am constantly surprising myself.

What do you hope people take from the E.P?

I hope they love it more with every play. I hope they take a piece of me with my EP and see a little deeper into who I am and what I can do. I think it’s a great tease for what’s to come on my album!

Describe the E.P in one word?

Me. Now you also have a show coming up in September. Tell us a bit about that and what fans can expect?

I certainly do! It will be at The London Barfly on 24th September. As I love performing live, I wanted to jump out of the studio and not only perform my EP for my fans, but also try out some new songs which I’ve written for my album. It will be a great night with some special surprises! You can grab your ticket’s here via MY TICKET. We know you have only just released this E.P but when do you hope to start making some more music?

I am writing and recording all the time. I am currently working on my debut album……watch this space.

Any last shout outs?

Yes! A big THANK YOU to my fans. Without them none of this could be possible! Visit my website for more updates!

See you on the 24th SEPTEMBER. EP OUT NOW. Available on AMAZON and ITUNES.

Kurt welcome back to your second feature in Image 34! Also a massive thanks to you for performing out our very first event! Now your last feature was in our last issue. We briefly

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discussed at the end of your first

guitars than my last EP which is

feature when new music would be

something I love! I am a guitarist

out. You said “I am literally just

and it feels like a great change of

wrapping up recording my new

pace.

EP” and that time is now! So tell us what us this new E.P called?

Describe the E.P in one word.

Thanks for having me, both in the

Nostalgic? For me at least. And

last issue and to play at your

those four people that new the

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event. I had a really good night!

band haha.

Grace Barnard

Yeah, I was just finishing things

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then but it’s all done and out now.

How many tracks are on the E.P

It’s called No Etiquette.

and what is the overall theme of it?

Why did you decide to call it that?

There are six songs all together.

Well, five and a sort of reprisal.

No Etiquette was the name of my

These songs are about

band in school. The songs

adolescence, growing up, having

included here are all re-workings

fun and moving on. Although they

or re-imaginings of the demos we

were conceived a while ago there

originally recorded over like six

have been a lot of rewrites both

years ago. I’ve kind of bought

lyrically and musically. Power

them up to date to make them

Chords and Prom Suits is the

work along side everything else

reprisal. Its short but powerful. I

I’m putting out. It’s got a lot more

really like it.

Why are you choosing to release these tracks

Did all your parents think the band was just a

now?

phase or that you were all serious?

When we recorded them I was in my first year of

Yeah, our parents were always supportive. Mine

university. It was literally my first full studio

have always stood by me no matter what my

project. Going back in to education to do my

decision, both music and general life type things.

masters it felt like enough time had past for

I’ve been very lucky. They’ve never been pushy

these songs to change and develop in positive

but at the same time they’re not the type to tell

ways. It was almost poetic that I’d revisit them

me to get a real job. They’ve been really cool.

for my final project. My final project focused on nostalgia and auto ethnography; basically, what

You have only released the initial release via

revisiting these songs might do to me

apple music and itunes why was that?

emotionally. I was my own guinea pig. It was really interesting. So cool to hear them finished.

To be involved in something brand new is very exciting. I’m a big fan of new technology so to be

Have you anymore hidden gems hidden away

able to offer my music on a new platform is

you may release later on?

brilliant.

Haha! You could say so. I have three separate

Will you release it on other platforms later and if

singles ready to go. I don’t have a release date

so what ones?

for them yet but I’m so excited about them.

They’re very catchy but heartfelt. You said these

100%. Apple Music offered itself up for a 3-

songs were from your band back in school.

month free trial. It made sense to be part of that let fans listen to my entire catalogue for free. It

Do you still keep in touch with any of the old

felt like a great way to let new listeners discover

band mates?

my stuff too. The EP will be released worldwide to Spotify, Google Play, and the usual suspects

Our drummer Rick is in a band now called

later this month.

Aldelphia. They have a new single doing its rounds. He was round at mine the other

Now although you have just released this E.P we

weekend with a few others having a drink.

have to ask for your fans. When can they expect more original music from you?

Soon hopefully! Haha. There was quite a long

Thanks again for having me. Check out the EP

gap between releasing this EP and my last one. I

and follow me on Twitter for any news, shows a

took 18 months and went back in to education

and videos.

to do my Masters in Music Production. This EP

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was actually my final submission along with original demos and a 20-page booklet. It would

Click here to listen and purchase Kurt's brand

be cool to put out a deluxe version at some

new E.P

point. Maybe even add a couple more songs.

Aside from that I have 3 of my own singles

If you missed his performance at the Image 34

almost ready to go. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a couple

event click here to watch that.

collaborations and a world of ideas for new music videos so who knows. Hopefully Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get to put some more new stuff out before the end of the year.

Any last shout outs?

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Mark Murphy & the Cream & Country

We are very vocal about our Britishness.

team. Welcome to issue fifteen of

We only use fruit indigenous to these

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shore’s, we only use milk and cream

decide to create Cream & Country?

from local dairy farms. We’re not anti

It happened really quite quickly. As a chef of 15 years I like to think I know flavours and what people look for and I have always been keen to bring my

establishment; we embrace all that we have to offer. Forget Champagne, English Sparkling Wines where it’s at.

We don’t work with British suppliers and partners as a PR spin, it’s because they have truly world leading products to

Interview By: Michael

own product to market. Add to that

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the fact that my wife, Jo, is a creative

are innovative. They challenge the norm,

genius, we were always on the look out

but there’s always a flavour for everyone

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for a gap somewhere in the food

within the range. Our brand design also

by Cream & Country

market. We discovered it one day

sets us apart. Right from the start we

whilst shopping. We went to buy

were adamant that we didn’t want the

some ice cream and there was nothing

conventional ball of ice cream

that grabbed our attention. The

surrounded with dew covered fruit. It

shelves were so dull and uninspiring,

had to be different. Everywhere we go

overrun with mediocrity. That was it, that was our calling. A modern, proudly British, delicious, indulgent ice cream had our name written all over it.

What makes you different from all the

offer that enhance our own. Our flavours

people comment on the brand. Jo designed all of it. Its beautiful. This was back up this year by being included in the CoolBrands listing for 2015/16.

After 1 year, that’s an achievement we are truly proud of. You say you are 100% natural and 100% British.

other ice cream brands on the shelves?

Why do you feel this is important?

2 simple reasons, 1. In a world where you are

for a litre of palm oil drenched, air filled rubbish. You get

measured by your environmental, commercial and

what you pay for. Going back to a happier blissful time of

social responsibility policies, you can’t be

being a child in the British summertime.

flying/shipping products in from all over the world leaving a huge size 12 carbon foot print in your wake, it wouldn’t be right, but 2nd, and most importantly of all, Why wouldn’t we be? We have direct access to some of the best ingredients in the world right here on our doorstep.

What was your favourite flavour of ice cream?

I grew up on the set of the Good Life!! (not literally). We had livestock and an allotment. The weekends were filled with gardening and looking after goats and sheep. THE best ice-cream ever was my mums strawberry. Actually it was more of a sorbet. She had this dodgy looking ice

Of course farmers and milk prices are a popular

cream maker that you put on the bottom shelf of the

topic on the news right now. Do you feel there needs

freezer with a cable hanging out the door plugged into the

to be a change made to the price of milk?

mains. Fresh strawberries from the garden, blitzed down with a touch of lemon juice and a tiny amount of sugar. It

Yes. Simply put, anyone that works hard to earn a

wasn’t refined by anyt stretch of the imagination (sorry

living should be rewarded. We work directly with our

mum) but my god did it taste good. Unadulterated frozen

local suppliers to ensure a fair price is paid for all

strawberryness. What flavour is your favourite from your

dairy products. No business is sustainable if your

set? New Forest Gateau. Nostalgia at its best. Reminds

production costs are higher than your selling price.

I’ve never been great at maths but that’s obvious.

Do you feel as a country we are poor at supporting our own?

By buying local produce and sourcing from the U.K?

me of family get togethers where all the classics were rolled out (Can you tell my mums cooking was a big influence?)

How did you choose which flavours you would add to your set?

We always said we would never make a vanillia. But as a

We’re getting better for sure. There are definite

new business you have to listen to your customers. We

fads. Is it organic? Is it fair trade? Is it healthy? Is it

now have an incredible vanilla. The rest are decided as a

local? It would be great to hear what people thought

team. Flavour combinations we’ve used in our cooking in

of the reality of such tag lines if they saw behind the

the past, or tried before and think we can do a better job.

sales spin. Now Britishness is celebrated. Its

We definitely don’t compromise quality for profit. There’s

brilliant. Its embedded in peoples hearts and I truly

always savings to be had. Less of this, more of that, but

believe the majority of people will by British over imports. Sure, the prices are sometimes a little higher but that’s because you can always work down to the lowest common denominator. Look at ice cream….£5 for a pot of natural, delicious Britishness that’ll put a big smile on your face, or £2

we decide on a recipe and that’s it, even before we’ve done the costing’s. Set in stone. The Cream Tea is one that has been done before, but I can honestly say ours knocks it out of the park. Ive never seen anyone try it and not have a big grin on their face as the flavours develop. First the creamy clotted cream ice cream, then the fresh strawberry comes through before finally getting the

scone, biscuit notes on the end.

our baby at the moment. We are in discussions and the feedback has been tremendous so all I can say is watch

What flavour would you like to add next?

We have developed 4 new flavours that are ready for launch but I couldn’t possibly tell you what they are.

Lets just say they will be uniquely British but comfortably familiar at the same time.

Where can people find and buy your product?

We launched last year in Virgin Atlantics award

this space.

Where do you hope to take Cream & Country?

We’ve had interest from abroad, but right now we are just trying to grow in the UK. We are starting to get a following. As a team we are really driven but we need to remember to walk before we run. We have something really very special that people love so we’ll find our way.

Any last shout-outs?

winning Clubhouses at Heathrow and Gatwick and quickly after signed Ascot. Earlier this year we

Just a massive thank you to all the early adopters that

started supplying Backyard Cinema in London,

took a chance on working with us. Being different is

Regent Street Cinema (the UK’s oldest cinema), The

challenging. Finding like-minded people is a breath of

Brighton Dome and numerous other high profile

fresh air. As we always say…….

locations. We are still searching for the illusive deal that will put us on the shelves of a national retailer but that will come. We just want to enjoy nurturing

Raise a spoon and celebrate the right to be original!

Carolyn welcome to your first feature with Image 34 magazine!

Now you are currently playing a very exciting lead role in the musical Miss Saigon. But we want to talk a little bit first about how you got there first. So when did you very first discover that you wanted to go into acting?

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It's crazy, because I don't think I could pick just one then or even

My love for acting took hold

now! I love so many but for

really quite late on. I had already

different reasons and playing

graduated and had my first few

different roles.

performing jobs (mainly dancing Interview By: Michael

and a little singing) before my

You are originally from the Isle of

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interest in acting was piqued. I

Wight. Which is just a little bit

attended singing lessons with a

different to living in London. Did

lovely man, Craig Barbour, who is

you always know you had bigger

unfortunately no longer with us

plans to move away?

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but whose passion for the

Shooting Assistant: Charlie

storyline behind a song was

I've always had drive and a

Brackley

infectious. You know that saying

competitive streak. And pushing

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that smiling is infectious!? Well

myself has always given me great

Brookes

this manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passion was infectious

satisfaction, but doing what and

and I never realised how naive I

where for me was not something I

was to the depth a song could

knew from the beginning.

have and how acting can make you feel.

You studied at Elmhurst school of dance and performing arts.

Who did you look up to when you

Why did you choose to study

were younger as your favourite

there over anywhere else?

actor or actress?

I studied at Elmhurst because I

was able take my A-Levels alongside my

I've had a few favourites lol 'Kiss Me Kate' was

Performing Arts diploma.

brilliant, fun & challenging. I understudied the role of Katherine Minola(Kate)/Lillie Vanessi,

What was the best thing they taught you that

which was enormous fun to play. She

has stayed with you?

incorporated so many different layers, styles of song, acting & physicality. It pushed me and

Probably how to focus my efforts to get the

made me want to do more.

best result. When you like to GO FOR IT things can get a bit wild sometimes, so reigning it in

How does working on a touring show differ to a

and repositioning the energy gets better results.

show that has a set theatre?

Do you feel itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important for new performers to

Well I guess the main thing is that when you are

still study the art of performing instead of just

in town you get to really know everyone in the

trying to go out and learn for themselves?

building & you settle down; it becomes more of a home from home. Whereas on tour, at every

Yes I do, but everyone's situation is different. I

venue, you meet new dressers who help you with

think you learn most by doing the activity, and

quick changes, local crew who help with the set

by learning from your mistakes. I'm still learning

and technical bits and different Front of House

now, every day. But starting with training in a

staff. At each venue you do a sound check and

learning environment helps us make the main

depending on the size of the stage, some things

mistakes in a 'safe place' rather than during

in the show have to change. You learn to love the

employment with added pressure & risks.

nomadic lifestyle on tour, living out a suitcase and seeing new places whilst doing what you

With raised fees now in place do you feel you

love. They both have their perks for different

would do the same now?

reasons.

I wouldn't change my journey one bit; good and

If you could pick one role to perform on stage

bad, I'd do the same all over again.

right now what would it be?

You have performed in many shows which has

As funny as it seems, it would be Ellen in Miss

seen you travel all over the U.K and even the

Saigon, because although itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a relatively small

US. Have you had a favourite so far?

part, she slots into a complex story line and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m

really enjoying the challenge of building her

much from watching the person playing the

character as much off stage as on. Learning to

role from how the directors work with them to

balance all the emotions and feelings she is

getting the most out of the material. Learning

going through whilst singing two incredible

what works and trying to use that. Taking each

songs is so satisfying.

great nugget of knowledge and using it to grow into a better actress. When I first started

Do you have a favourite current show that you

working professionally I was nowhere near

love right now?

confident or experienced enough to take on a lead role and I have all those understudy

I saw Memphis recently and I was so impressed

opportunities to thank for where I am so far! I

with the energy of everyone on stage, great

still feel as though I'm only just getting started.

dancing and amazing vocals. All the things you

I still have so much to learn and I'm excited for

expect to see in a musical. And I have to

what's to come.

mention Miss Saigon as I got to watch it before returning and I honestly can't remember

What do you feel is the hardest point of being

clapping the whole way through Act One

an understudy?

because I was so moved and swept along by it all.

In my opinion both the hardest and best part of being an understudy is being prepared enough

What would be your advice to anyone right now

and getting thrown on at the drop of a hat! All

who was looking to getting into acting and

eyes on you! 'No pressure!' Where to stand,

performing on stage?

what to say, which props, correct costumes, first kiss lol and of course remembering all your

Love what you do. Work hard, never stop

lines. But the adrenaline of doing it and getting

learning and trust your instincts! Before landing

it right is also the best feeling.

your current role you have had to work hard understudying lots.

Now onto your current role in the London West End production of Miss Saigon. For anyone

At any point did you feel like quitting?

who hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seen the show,in your own words, how would you describe it?

I have been an understudy many times, but at no point did I think of quitting. I have learnt so

A visually spectacular show, with brilliant

songs and so many layers of background

even for a short time, means everything to me

stories that surround a very real, touching, heart

and for my career journey. Forever Grateful.

breaking main storyline. Miss Saigon is a very thought provoking musical, but it also has a

When your contract with Ellen finishes what

clever, light touch of humour which weaves

are your plans?

through it with the help of the Engineer and a few small characters.

You'll have to wait and see

Who do you play and a little bit of background

Any last shout-outs?

information on your character.

Shout outs to my incredible fiancĂŠ Rob, my I am currently playing Ellen Scott, who is the

loving family, my agent who is on this journey

wife of Christopher Scott, an American G.I

with me and my weird and wonderful friends

returned from the Vietnam War. She is a strong,

who make me laugh, smile and appreciate the

yet extremely caring character. Someone asked

good things!

me recently how I would describe her in one word. I chose, Protector.

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Do you feel you are like the character you play

You can see Carolyn playing the role of Ellen in

or not at all?

Miss Saigon from now until the 17th of October. Click here to buy your tickets.

Yes I do, I can relate to her feelings. The biggest part of me that I feel is similar to her, is

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wanting the people around me to be happy. It

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must be an amazing feeling to be asked to play the role of Ellen.

Could you believe it when you got the call?

I am so grateful for this opportunity, it came out of unfortunate circumstances. But being handed the responsibility to take over the part,

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Welcome Jaunty Seagull to your first

makes me sound really old!) the design

feature. LOVE the name, but we will

industry was a lot different than it is

get onto that in a little bit. Tell us

today, the internet hadn't arrived and I

briefly who you are and what you

was in my last year at art college before

create and sell?

Thank you! I'm Jo and I'm the owner of Jaunty Seagull â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I have been described as a 'designer/maker' which

I saw the arrival of my first Apple. I did a 4 year course in graphic design after leaving school which gave me a good foundation on which to build my career.

From there I went straight into my first job at a local newspaper, this job saw

Interview By: Michael

I guess is a pretty good description, I

Sweeney

design graphic posters, gift cards and

my very own! Technology moved pretty

personalised framed graphics as well

swiftly from then and having learned all

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as making all of our jaunty bunting

the design packages on the Mac I

by Jaunty Seagull

and cushions and home wear items.

quickly learned that design for print was

the arrival of the internet and a Mac of

the area for me. I moved to Surrey

How long have you been in the design

around 15 years ago and worked as a

trade and how did you get into it?

designer and creative art-worker in a couple of local companies until I landed

Over 20 years! Which is a bit scary really â&#x20AC;Ś I've always been pretty 'arty' and knew I wanted to do something creative but wasn't sure what opportunities were available, especially in the South West where I grew up, . Twenty years ago (that

my current job. I still work part time as a Senior Creative Art-worker for a luxury Spa brand I've have been there for the last 13 years, I've learnt a lot and work on everything from packaging and advertising to sales promotions.

So why Jaunty Seagull how did that

name come about?

gift cards and tags, made a range of festive bunting and sourced some additional seasonal gifts to bulk out my

I grew up in Devon and spent a lot of time on the

offering and off I went to a local school where I had my

North Cornwall coast in my teens. I love the sea and

first stall. It went really well, the feedback was great and

the big dream is to return to North Cornwall and combine a small store with some freelance artworking. When it came to naming the company I wanted something that reflected where I was heading and the core colour palette I favour, muted blues, greys and beachy hues. I wanted something

the name and branding went down a storm. That was the start of Jaunty Seagull.

What is your favourite thing that you create?

That's a tricky one! It's probably the cushions and bunting, I always make and design things that I would have in my

quirky that stood out … I've always had a bit of a

home so it's a tough question. I also enjoy designing the

thing for Seagulls, although I appreciate I may be I

gift cards – because I love watching peoples reactions

the minority, I love listening to them cry as they fly

when they read them – I love that they make people smile!

over the sea, especially in the early morning. I have a metal sculpture of a Seagull in my bedroom, he's

What would you like to create that you don’t currently?

called Steven ... Sea-gall (groan!) … and it was he who inspired the name, it just came out of the blue

I have so many things on the 'to do list' it's just getting the

as I sat in bed early one morning thinking about the

time to make them! Next up are bed-runner, these were

name and image for my company. I designed the logo later that day and fell in love with the name and design so Jaunty Seagull was born.

What got you into making your handcrafted gifts?

inspired by a recent trip to Hungary. The Hotel we were staying in had some fabulous bed runners so I thought I’d give those a try, in Jaunty colours of course. I'd also like to produce a range of letterpress cards, I usually only do short runs of letterpress cards for Christmas, but I do plan to have a range in place by the end of next year.

Letterpress is very time consuming but the results are so

I was looking for a creative escape, something that

tactile and beautiful, I love that because of the technique

didn't involve being in front of a screen. I bought a

each print is different so they're like pieces of mini art. Of

small letterpress printer a couple of years ago and

course people can purchase your goods via your website.

built up a pretty successful Wedding Stationery company, but I found it too restrictive in regards to

Do you do markets or stalls at all?

timings, so I began thinking of alternative ventures.

Yes, I am at Tweseldown Artisan Market on the last

When I got married last year I had some bunting made which was really lovely, and that was the trigger I guess. Working with beautiful fabrics making something that was cheerful and decorative really appealed, it was heading towards Christmas at the time so I designed and printed some letterpress

Saturday of every month, well Im hoping I still will be – Last months 3rd Birthday event had to be cancelled as there was a complaint about one of the advertising banners! So we are hoping the investigation by the MOD will soon be finalised and it will be business as usual. I will be at the Lowde Festival on 4th July at Hartley Wintney, which is Hampshires Premier Music and Beer Festival,

I've started booking Christmas events too, the first

that my products will be available to buy from small

confirmed is at Bury Court on 29th November. I

outlets in the Surrey & Hampshire areas as well.

also take orders via my Face Book page; Jaunty Seagull.

What do you hope to achieve this time next year?

I'm looking for outlets for Jaunty Seagull at the moment so my products will be more visible on the high street. Apart from that I'll keep going as I am, I get a lot of repeat business the word is beginning to spread.

Where do you hope to take Jaunty Seagull?

That's easy … to Cornwall! A small shop on the North Cornish Coast … that's the goal and the perfect place for us. Although I would hope by then

Any last shout outs?

Just a big thank you to every one who has bought from us – to all those lovely people who come along rain or shine and support the local craft fairs and events. To my family and friends, my fabulous kids and wonderful husband who support my dream and don't mind too much that I'm stolen way by Jaunty Seagull for hours at a time.

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Welcome Love Layla to your first

long 8 years ago. Working around the

feature. Firstly tell us briefly who you

world with various sized companies in

are and what you create and sell?

the design and print industry.

Thank you - We are a Graphic Design & Print business creating and producing Greetings cards with a Interview By: Michael

unique, unusual tongue in cheek

Sweeney

attitude. I say We - 'We' are a husband and wife team - I am Stacey, the

Your cards had us in stiches when we came across them how do you come up with what will be on the cards?

We honestly sit down and chat about what springs to mind for the occasion we are currently focussing on - we use

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Designer - Jay is my husband who

the heart on our sleeve honesty

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works closely with the suppliers,

approach and include our twisted

marketing and logistics of the whole

humour. This is our favourite part of the

process.

process - but we still laugh at our own cards even after we have seen it

How long have you been creating and

repeatedly for days and processing the

designing?

orders.It is a very unique sense of humour to some of the cards.

We have been creating and producing the Greetings Cards for under 6 months, but I have Designing since I can remember - decorating my Mum's favourite reads with moustaches counts, right? Love Layla has been up

Have you ever had a complaint?

Yes - we have, sadly. We don't intentionally offend anyone - that's not our purpose. We just hate smush. Our intention is to say it how it is and make

and running since 2014 after going

someone laugh. We love sarcasm. We

freelance. Although I trained in Design

do mix up the styles of our cards -

at Leeds College of Art & Design and

there's a level for everyone on how

graduated in Design at Leeds

offensive you would like to be.

Metropolitan University, this was a

I love design and everything about it. Then in 2014,

Although it is part of running a business - paperwork. Hate

we became parents to Layla - that's where the

it. Yawn. Unless I can design the layout for the invoices

business name came from - and I was made

and accountants spreadsheet.

redundant. I have always wanted to work freelance and do it for myself - it felt like there was no better time. I grabbed the opportunity and rolled with it.

Jay has since joined me in partnership - we're a good team and we balance each other. Now, stop before it gets too smushy... haha.

What do you hope to achieve this time next year?

We are aiming for a greetings card for absolutely every occasion and larger offices! We are looking into branching out and opening a little franchise in Australia as we don't currently post overseas. This should be in play within the next year - next, take over the world!

What is your favourite thing about designing something for someone else?

What does the future hold for Love Layla?

I LOVE LOVE LOVE designing logos - I do like being

We will be thinking about Christmas card ideas soon - and

given the option to be creative with logos. I

Valentine's Day... this was good fun last year. We do love

generally give a few options and I love giving design

rude innuendos and coming up with double sided

ideas that are far apart from each other and

wisecracks.

secretly guessing which the client will go with. Of course with every positive there is sometimes a negative.

What is the worst?

Any last shout outs?

Yes - Thank you for asking us to feature. We should make a card saying that... Live life like a Smart Arse

BETH

SHERBURN

Beth welcome to your first very feature with us! Firstly for anyone who doesn’t know who or what you do give a brief overview.

Hi! I am Beth Sherburn! A SingerSongwriter from the UK! I supported The Saturdays on their Greatest Hits Tour! I am excited to be releasing my Image

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brand new EP this year!!

You were scouted singing at a

producer, and told me who he had worked with…He came in the store to get his wife some Chanel perfume, I was just very lucky to be at the right place at the right time!

What were you singing at the time?

Debenhams stand!! It seems like something written for a movie script

It was the Michael Buble's Christmas

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staring Lindsey Lohan in her early

Album, I was just singing along to 'White

Sweeney

days! How did it feel?

Christmas'

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I have always wanted to get in to the

When producing music how involved do

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music business – I’ve always worked hard behind the scenes…but I can’t believe it happened to me at work. It was a great platform for me to further my career!

you like to get in the process? Do you write your own songs?

I started writing when I was around 13 years old...Everyone is different when it comes to songwriting. I generally have a lyric with a melody that suddenly

Did you think it was a practical joke?

appears in my head! (This is why i always have a dictaphone in my bag.)

At first I thought he was just messing

The piano helps me to structure the

around, but then I started to realise he

song and then I develop my ideas when I

was serious. I couldn’t believe it when

am in the studio. All my songs are based

he said to me he was a record

on life experiences; whether this is my own experiences, friends, relationships or good nights out...

Have you always or is this a new thing since being signed?

No I have always been a lyricist! But My sound has

I'm listening to a lot of ColdPlay! I've been really inspired

definitely matured, I've grown as an artist. I like to be

by them at the moment!

really descriptive when writing..I've pushed myself and this is because I have been experimenting more in the

If you could have another artist collaborate with you on

studio. I've been more involved in the production side

a song, who would it be and why?

of my music and I've loved it!

I Love Beyonce, shes the ultimate diva! The energy she You went on tour with the Saturdays how was that?

It was a fantastic experience for me!

The girls are so lovely! I've always loved their music!

Performing at amazing arenas like Wembley was a dream come true!!

And most importantly meeting the lovely fans was great! :) Did the girls give you any good advice?

They told me to just enjoy the ride! Have fun! Enjoy every experience and to always stay focused!

creates on stage is incredible! And Jay Z is amazing! I was lucky enough to see them perform together at the 02 and for me seeing them sing together was the highlight of the Mrs Carter Show!

What would that song to be like?

Definitely a song that's filled with attitude!!! I would love to write a tune similar to 'Drunk in Love' or 'Partition' I LOVE the cool edgy vibes from these two tracks!

Now one question that your fans will be dying to know. When can they expectmore music from you?

Very SOON! I can't wait

Now tell us what is your current favourite song and why?

for everyone to hear my new material! I think it's the best music I have written to date!! I'm really excited about it!

I'm loving Skrillex and Diplo's (ft Justin Bieber) new track 'Where are you Now' I just love the catchy musical hooks in the track!

Have you started making it yet?

Is there an album you currently have on repeat?

Yes I have nearly finished writing my new EP! How would you describe your new music?

I wanted to change things up a little I have raised the bar...I've added more flavour into my music filled with cool catchy hooks!

It's been more of a natural process this time around I have taken my time in the studio...I've listened to different/quirky/natural elements of sound reflecting this in my material!

When can fans expect a rough release date?

I will be definitely releasing a song over the summer period! Stay tuned on my social media @thebethsherburn over the next few weeks, as there will be a few exciting announcements about new music!

Any last shout outs?

Shout out to my fans! Who have been so lovely and supportive!! I can't thank them enough! The messages I have received about my performances/music has been amazing!

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Watermelon Pumpkin Oatmeal (optional) Bran (Optional)

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cheese is one of the most popular ingredients

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adults consumption is between 50 to 175 g of

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you can combine a number of protein-rich

shells thoroughly before breaking the egg. One

ingredients from a supermarket. Common

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has approximately 5 g of protein in 2 tbsp. (22.5

which contains approximately 8.5 g of protein

g)

per 250 ml. Two percent and non-fat skim milk contain approximately the same amount of

Chop up 1 cup (150 to 250 g) of fruit for

protein, and both contain cholesterol.

consistency and nutritional value. Although it contains between 1 and 2 g of protein, a banana

You can also use almond or soy milks, which

is the most common ingredient because it adds

contain about 6.5 g of protein per 250 ml.

a thick consistency to the shake. Add your

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favorite fruit, such as apricots, berries or

they do not have cholesterol. An option for a

oranges.

thicker shake is to use 120 ml of milk and 120 ml of plain yogurt. Yogurt has approximately

Most fruits are fairly low in protein, but

6.5 g of protein in each 120 ml. Greek yogurt

watermelon contains approximately 1.77 g per

contains approximately 12 g of protein.

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Canned pumpkin also contains about 2.7 g of protein per cup (180 g). Measure 3 tbsp. (15 g) of oatmeal for extra protein. Although this is not an essential step, it will add 3 extra g of protein. You can also add 1 tbsp. of powdered bran for the same effect. Pour 120 to 240 ml of your base ingredient into a blender. Add 2 tbsp. 22.5 g or 120 ml of your favorite protein rich ingredient, 1 cup of fruit and 3 tbsp.

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It is a good idea to alternate your ingredients if you make protein shakes regularly. This will ensure you are getting as many of the 20 common types of amino acid in your diet that you need.

3 plain eggs, milk, 2tb of sugar, and some vanilla essence (just for the flavor) is the perfect mix.