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SUMMER BALL The biggest event of the BU calender is here. As well as looking back at the highlights of last year, we give you the lowdown on this year’s line up. Spoiler alert it’s definitely not one to be missed.
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The vegans are coming - but what is prompting so many to move towards a diet completely free of animal produce? We investigate the vegan revolution taking place.
This issue we spotlight on the style of Fine Art student Chloe Smith, who gives us the lowdown on her casual and classic style and where her fashion inspiration lies.
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REALITY TV OBSESSION
Reality TV is no depiction of real life, and our increasing obsession with it is both worrying and damaging. Our writer tells us why this is.
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Promotion to the premier league is a historic moment for the Cherries. We look back on a memorable season for AFC Bournemouth.
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Here it is; the final issue of the academic year, and hasn’t time flown? But fear not, we’ve got a fantastic issue to see you off into summer. The biggest event of the year is here; we give you the full lowdown on this year’s Summer Ball lineup, in addition to looking ahead to the best Summer Festivals to attend this season and looking back at a historic season for AFC Bournemouth. Thinking of going vegan? You’re not alone, we investigate the move towards an animal-produce free diet in The Vegans are Coming, as well as looking at the pitfalls of our university funding in Money Trouble.
Be sure not to miss a tonne of great interviews we have this issue - The Vaccines, PVRIS, DUB FX and our final Fashion Files of the year to name a few. The transition to summer style can be tricky; we give you all the advice you need for transitional style in Spring to Summer Trends. And be sure to check out all of our other fashion regulars including the Fashion Debate and the best Fashion on Instagram this month. That’s all folks - it’s goodbye from me. But importantly I’d like to thank all of the writers, designers, illustrators and editorial team for your incredible hard work this year, in addition to you, our lovely readers; you’re all fab. Wil Oxford
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Essential TRACKS we’ve been listening to this MONTH
WIZ KHALIFA FT CHARLIE PUTH SEE YOU AGAIN With lyrics that already make you want to cry, it makes it even sadder that this song is a tribute to the late, great Paul Walker, used in the soundtrack for Furious 7. Puth’s soft vocals and piano combine well with Khalifa’s rapping, joining together to create a stunning song. We can certainly expect to see Puth in the charts again.
BRANDON FLOWERS STILL WANT YOU
ALESSO FT ROY ENGLISH COOL Alesso’s refreshing song featuring Roy English, which samples Kylie Minogue’s ‘Get Outta My Way’, is an excellent listen. Full of uplifting beats and synths, it’s a great follow-up to ‘Hereos (we could be)’, with a catchy beat and melody, it’s sure to be an addictive house club anthem for summer 2015.
Front man of The Killers, Brandon Flowers, returns with his second single from his upcoming second solo album, The Desired Effect. This catchy tune gives a softer, more personal touch than his previous up-tempo music with The Killers. Mr Flowers sings that despite all the world issues, he still wants you. It’s worth listening for the accompanying gospel choir alone.
SPECTOR BAD BOYFRIEND Spector’s new song, Bad Boyfriend, gives a familiar taste of clever lyrics and an easy to learn chorus that their fans undoubtedly know and love. The song has a real 80s feel to it, matching the band’s vibe and aesthetics. Spector’s currently untitled second album is expected to come out later this year as a follow on from the boy’s previous album released in 2012, Enjoy It While It Lasts, so keep your eyes peeled.
CARLY RAE JEPSEN I REALLY LIKE YOU This ridiculously catchy track from Carly Rae Jepsen begs comparison to her single ‘Call Me Maybe’ back in 2012. It’s a feel-good song, with some pointless lyrics and an annoyingly memorable chorus. Despite all that, it’s sure to be a hit that stays around for the summer.
DON BROCO WHAT YOU DO TO ME
MUMFORD & SONS SNAKE EYES Mumford and Sons have bounced back with their third studio album, Wilder Mind. The third song to be released ‘Snake Eyes’, shows that the band is sticking with ditching the banjos for the electric guitars. A smooth, mellowed track that leads up to a classic Mumford climax of instruments, it’s definitely worth a listen.
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Fresh from headlining the Kerrang tour, Bedford four-piece Don Broco unveiled new track ‘What You Do to me’ after also recently announcing the release date for upcoming second album, Automatic. The track has a soft intro but makes a swift transition to the post-hard-core sound that the band is known for, giving the song that much needed fire.
BLUR LONESOME STREET Blur’s new album, The Magic Whip is one that was eagerly anticipated by fans since their last album, Think Tank, which came out 12 years ago. ‘Lonesome Street’ has a “Country House”-like guitar riff which is a familiar sound for Blur, whilst also combining some ideas from lead vocalist, Damon Albarn’s, solo stuff.
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Mary berry Mary Berry has been voted Number 73 in FHM’s ‘Top 100 Sexiest Women’ poll. Beating the likes of Emma Stone and Jennifer Lopez, Mary has still got it - coming only one place behind possesor of ‘The Leg’ Angelina Jolie. It looks like it’s no longer only the Great British Bake Off viewers that are admiring Mary Berry’s buns.
bruce jenner After much speculation and intrusive media coverage for the past year, Bruce Jenner has finally revealed in a tell-tale interview with Diane Sawyer that he is a woman and is in the process of undergoing gender reassignment. We haven’t seen the real Bruce just yet, but if Kim’s promise to give him a makeover comes true, we can’t wait to see the results.
Bournemouth AFC Bournemouth University AFC Bournemouth won 3-0 against Bolton Wonderers grabbing them the points they needed to get a promotion into the Premiere League. Making a lot of fans’ dreams come true as they have seen their team rise in the ranks under already legendary manager Eddie Howe. #upthecherries
We never fail to big up BU whenever possible, but we feel this time it’s truly justified. Bournemouth University rose 11 places in the Complete University Guide to sit in 54th place, with BU also situated as the fourth best university in the South West behind Exeter, Bath and Bristol. Let’s hope this rise continues next year!
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Kylie jenner NIGEL PEARSON challenge Leicester City Manager Nigel Pearson has been forced to apologise to a reporter from the Express after verbally attacking him at a press conference and calling him an ostrich. We’re pretty sure his team losing 3-1 to Chelsea might have contributed to his bad mood, but it might be advisable for the manager to attend some anger managment classes ahead of the team’s next game.
There’s been a lot of speculation about Kylie Jenner’s mysteriously large pout, but in an attempt to emulate the reality star’s large lips, hoards of people have been taking part in the Kylie Jenner Challenge by inflating their lips and sucking into bottles and shot glasses with horrendous results including burst lips. Don’t try this at home, folks.
dermot o’leary The established X Factor host has been replaced by double act Olly Murs and Caroline Flack after seven years on the show. Although Dermot has been diplomatic in his leave from the show, we can’t help feel that losing one of the biggest presenting gigs in TV will leave him a little blue. The question is ultimately - what next for Dermot?
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THE GREAT FASHION DEBATE Every month, we tackle a fashion issue
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ith fashion trends constantly changing all the time, no style ever seems to be in for more than a certain period of time. However with the phrase, ‘history tends to repeat itself’, this could not be more true when it comes to the fashion industry. Everything from clothes, shoes, hair and make-up trends have already appeared, in some form, in another decade. Currently the 60s trend has made a huge comeback with the classic dogtooth print appearing on leggings, skirts and tops. Beehive hairstyles are also a favourite within the blogging community and not to mention the classic eyeliner flick, which is more or less every girl’s go-to make-up look. The 70s trend has also returned with floppy hats, turtlenecks and even flared trousers taking over the shops and catwalks. All of us are a tad guilty of being a closet hoarder, hoping that certain items of clothing will come back into fashion one day. A number of people (girls in particular) are now stealing clothes from their parent’s wardrobes and bringing back trends from the 80’s/90s with oversized jumpers, high-waisted mini skirts and ripped denim Levi shorts. NERVE | 10
Everything from clothes, shoes, hair and makeup trends have already featured in another decade
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Are fashion trends just recycled?
Music seems to be one of the main factors in what influences people’s style and because music is often repeated, it has a huge impact on what people wear. For example, with house music being closely related to ‘raving’, 90s fashion has made a huge comeback with hair scrunchies, sports jackets, and tennis skirts making a regular appearance on nights out. Other music genres that have had a heavy influence on fashion is rock and indie, with people taking style inspiration from the likes of Oasis, Arctic Monkeys, and The Beatles. Mod haircuts and denim on denim have all made reappearances. With retail shops all copying one
another, it seems to follow down in a chain. Take the timeless, classic tweed jacket from Chanel as an example. Topshop have made their own version of the jacket using different colours and trimmings. Before you know it, about a month later, Primark have created another take on the jacket- using cheaper resources and selling it for a fraction of the price. Fashion trends have a major tendency to repeat themselves. One minute you can be right in with the current trend and the next minute, your ‘look’ will be completely out of date. At the moment there seems to be a complete lack of individuality when it comes to fashion. People end up purchasing ‘wacky’ jackets- thinking that they are buying something different, unique and interesting. What people don’t realise is that this trend has already been trialed, styled, and worn before. It is very hard to be completely individual in today’s society as there are so many styles and trends that exist. Most people who follow a trend can be completely unaware of it! Words Charlotte Coombs Design Jack Mullen Illustration Nathan Hackett
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the fashion cycle operates, which has allowed common trends to be torn apart, re-shaped and created into something new. One of the most interesting and inspiring things about fashion is how the grass-root trends of the 60s, 70s and 80s started. Many trends
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here is no doubt that fashion trends repeat themselves but would the fashion industry boast it’s position as the largest market in the entire world if contemporary fashion was just recycled imitation? The word ‘fashion’ has turned into such an ambiguous term for a hybrid, ever-evolving craft that has developed from a simple lifestyle luxury to an immensely integrated part of people’s lives. The industry now consists of the creative work from marketers to designers, to the multimedia production teams whose work gravitates around the latest fashion trends. Yes, fashion trends do come around respectively, but the designs we see within them are forever being re-born and re-created through the innovative work found on our catwalks, on our streets, and now on our blogs. Take London Fashion Week, which not only featured boundary pushing styles from the likes of Burberry, Topshop Unique, and Jonathan Saunders, but also featured our front-row bloggers ready to spark viral views from their online content. These bloggers work for their millions of online followers, who then style their own versions of these blogged trends on our streets. New-age media has sped up how
were initially created radically within social groups as a mark of self-expression and rebellion. Vintage fashion is found everywhere and worn by people who believe in this true sense of traditionalism. Yet the fashion made in this era is created similarly to the past, as we are allowing society to liberate it’s fun and quirky path of expression in things like music, art, and all types of leisure. The trends we wear today are another act of self-expression that transcends
social barriers by connecting people through their taste of the arts. Fashion has evolved from niche groups to the majority of society and therefore, has infinite possibilities in modern society. Fashion trends of the past aren’t just copied, but they influence and are carefully integrated into the beautifully creative work of innovative contemporary fashion. The fashion we see today is not only paying respect to old trends, but also creates new ones that inspires more than just the clothing. Words Natalie Whitmore
What do you think? Are fashion trends just recycled or are designs constantly pushed to be innovative and new?
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Nerve’s Laura Geall caught up with Lyndsey and Alex from PVRIS before their gig at The Old Fire Station where they were supporting Lower Than Atlantis, chatting about their upcoming summer, their trip to Disney and their rebellious trip to Stonehenge
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sit with Lynn and Alex upstairs at The Old Fire Station for the interview, while Lyndsey perches on one of the seats, Alex sits on the floor. Despite my telling him it is normally used for a nightclub, he doesn’t mind, they’re a really chilled-out pair. PVRIS are an Electronic pop-rock band from Boston. When introducing themselves to the crowd at the gig later on, Lyndsey jokes about their name, saying it’s PARIS with a V, "Because we’re stupid and don’t know how to spell". During the interview, Lyndsey reveals the real story behind their name. "It’s actually random. We were trying to think of a name. One of our old friends was like ‘You should call your band Paris’. And we were like ‘Ok!’ and it kind of stuck around." They had to change the spelling to PVRIS for legal reasons, but they are happy with it. "I like it, it’s easier to search," Lynn says, with Alex adding, "When it was an ‘A’ people couldn’t find it." PVRIS are excited for the festivals they are performing at over summer, including Slam Dunk, Reading and Leeds and the Vans Warped Tour in the US. They find it tricky to answer when I ask, if you could make your own festival, what would you call it and who would be in the line-up? After a long pause Lyndsey says, "I’d call it Chinchilla and it’d be like
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copying Coachella. It would have sick bands. It would have Rihanna, Florence + the machine, Ellie Goulding, Linkin’ Park, 30 Seconds to Mars, Chris Brown and Justin Bieber." With a varied list that may not be to everyone’s taste, on the whole it sounds like a pretty good festival! I saw from their Instagram that they were at Stonehenge earlier that day. With it being their first time in England, they need to see some of our country’s most famous sites. "We actually snuck in. We weren’t supposed to go in the way we did, but we were like, ‘Ah fuck it’. We hopped a barbed wire fence to do it." When they got close up they were stopped by someone who worked there, who told them to go to the Visitor Centre to see it. They replied, "No we can see it right here. We’re good, we’re going to go now," Lyndsey adds, "It was pretty funny!" PVRIS have a great collection of fans, including a woman who once took Lyndsey and Brian to Disney before a gig. Lyndsey bumped into her outside the venue, and the fan had just been to Disney, which was only an exit away from the venue. "I freaked out and was like, ‘I want to go to Disney!’ and she was like ‘I’ll take you’. She bought my ticket and was like, ‘I’ll have you at Disneyworld, on a ride and back before your set’. Our
set was in like an hour or something crazy like that." In the end it all worked out, "I skipped all the lines, got on Space Mountain, sprinted out and made it back" Whenever the band releases a piece of music, they often follow it up with an acoustic version. Lynn explains, "I think it’s cool to showcase both sides of the song. You can hear it in a completely different light. Another thing is I feel like we kind of get discredited sometimes because we have electronics in our music, so it’s like, ‘oh they can’t play their instruments’, and that it’s not music with substance. When you can strip something down of all that stuff with one instrument and have just as powerful a song, if not more, I like that we can be able to showcase that." PVRIS have their friends working with them on tour, which is important to the band. Lynn explains, "I feel like it’s more important than someone doing their job. I feel like on tour you just need people that you can be excited to wake up to every morning." It’s great that they are all so close and when asked what their funniest moment is as a band Alex replies, "Just every day." Lynn adds, "We’re always laughing at something stupid."
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THE VEGANS ARE COMING
As the demand for vegan products in the UK grows, Kassia Wordley investigates why more and more people are giving up animal products and turning to what was once considered a quirky, hippy fad
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few years ago, Cafe Kino would’ve looked like a Sunday afternoon at Woodstock. The vegan Stokes Croft hang out is about as organic and hippy-friendly as they get. Yet now the crowd is deceptively diverse. Sitting underneath bamboo lanterns and chalk board menus boasting bean based burgers, the customers range from suit-clad businessmen to students and yummy mummies. All tucking into vegan, organic, ‘cruelty free’ grub. The scene epitomises Britain’s new found love for beets, pulses and all things animal-free. In fact, in 2006 the Vegan Society estimated there to be 150,000 vegans in the UK – a number that they believe has since doubled. A 2014 Mintel report echoes this, identifying a stark increase in the country’s demand for vegan products. Meanwhile, as a rising number of people opt for diets that NERVE | 14
rule out animal products entirely, the vegetarian community has established itself firmly on the map with 12% of all Brits going veggie – a number that shoots up to 20% between the ages of 16-24. The vegan society is catching up to these statistics. Indeed, the vegans are coming. With celebrities like Beyoncé and Ellie Goulding representing an improvement in the vegan PR struggle, veganism is slowly normalising as restaurants open their arms to the once ‘difficult’ customers. But the first vegans sprouted up years ago, so what has sparked this growth spurt? "The reasons vary depending on age," says Juliet Gellatley, founder and director of the UK’s biggest vegan and vegetarian campaigning charity, VIVA. Juliet became a vegetarian at 15 when she trespassed on a local farm and discovered
first-hand the "appalling" conditions. "There were animals suffering for the food on my plate and as an animal lover, I just couldn’t accept it." The curly haired, cotton-clad 40 something explains: "I knew my life was going to be dedicated to informing people about our cruel and unhealthy diets." A few years later, at a cluttered desk in her one-bed apartment, VIVA was born. "It has taken more than 20 years to see this kind of change but now more people are opting to cut out meat and dairy. The science supporting it as a healthier and more environmentally friendly lifestyle is so strong now." A study by ESHEL revealed that one-fifth of global greenhouse gas emissions can be blamed on livestock-based food production. If that wasn’t sufficiently disconcerting, industrial agriculture has been pinned as one of the main factors causing loss of biodiversity
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as we destroy habitats to make way for our beef burgers-to-be. Many scientists claim that once that beef reaches your plate, it does more damage. The headlines appear on a regular basis; ‘Red meat causes higher risk of (insert organ) cancer’. "The shift of attitudes towards meat was one thing, but now the focus has moved on to dairy," says Juliet. "Information is getting out there about how dairy is linked to all sorts of diseases. The list goes on and on and people just weren’t talking about that 10 years ago." People are certainly talking about it now. 1 in 5 households now choose plant based products such as soya or almond milk. Experts mySupermarket.com said that since 2010, there are 20% less people putting milk in their trollies. But public demand for vegan alternatives isn’t just down to increased media attention on health implications. "Veganism is being promoted through mediums that we never could have imagined 10 years ago,” says Juliet. Social media has inspired the country’s new found veganism. But health experts are spreading the word too. Nutrition expert Alex Vorfi, from Eagle Kickboxing fitness centre in Birmingham, advocates a plantbased lifestyle to clients. "Vegans are generally able to manage their weight more easily and weight loss is a primary goal for a lot of our clients," Alex says, adding, "better yet, a vegan
lifestyle is free of cholesterol and low in saturated fat so it reduces the risk of heart disease, type two diabetes and all sorts of cancers." Alex knows there are implications of the vegan diet too." If the diet isn’t planned properly, there’s a huge risk of missing out on essential nutrients like calcium and iron which can lead to problems like a weakened immune system. The balance isn’t easy so I think that’s why some people are reluctant to change to a diet
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that requires more thought and preparation." It’s this struggle to find time and resources that has opened up a whole new market aimed at veggies. Like Beyonce’s new line of meat-free meals-on-wheels launched in the US, companies like TheVeganKind are popping up in the UK. Jenna McGuinness works for TheVeganKind: "More people know more about veganism now but the problem is that if you’re not a celebrity or chef, people think it’s not possible to have this lifestyle." Karris McCulloch started TheVeganKind in 2013 to make veganism more accessible.
The company boxes up vegan products, scrutinising their ingredients to make sure nothing comes from animals and delivers them to customers’ front doors. “Demand has consistently grown since the business started in 2013," says Jenna. TheVeganKind’s success is tribute to the rising number of vegans in the UK. While it’s difficult to pinpoint a single reason for the attitude shift, the combination of efforts from campaigners along with wider spread information and support from vegan-friendly organisations has undoubtedly led to a more health and crueltyconscious country. Although there has been more media coverage recently, "I would love for there to be much, much more, says Jenna.
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the Vaccines
We chatted to the boys back in 2013, but a lot has happened since then. Nerve’s Laura Geall caught up with The Vaccines’ Justin and Freddie before their show in Portsmouth
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ot knowing who I’d be interviewing, I was excited and surprised when I was shaking hands with Freddie Cowan (guitarist) and Justin Young (lead vocals) in the dressing room before their show. The Vaccines were promoting their new album, English Graffiti, which is released on May 25th. Nerve last caught up with them on their 2013 tour, and they’ve not had much of a break since then. They’ve played gigs and festivals, including the Gentleman of the Road tour with Mumford and Sons, as well as releasing their EP Melody Calling. I complimented them on releasing an EP instead of feeling the need to rush an album after such success. Justin agrees, "We knew we weren’t ready to make a record, so I just think when you want to release some music you should. You shouldn’t be restrained by a major label release plan. We just wanted the world to NERVE | 18
hear it." Freddie reveals he wants to make another one, saying "There was a lot of work put into it, but in the end it was an essential step in the lineage that took us to the third record." ‘Handsome’ was the first single released from the upcoming album, followed by ‘Dream Lover’. Both have quirky videos, with ‘Handsome’ featuring alien creatures and ‘Dream Lover’ sending the band on a quest in a spaceship. What were they like to film? "They were fun," Justin answers, seemingly unconvinced. Freddie elaborates, "They were fun to film, but also really gruelling while you’re doing them. In hindsight, I think they’re fun and enjoyable because you don’t ever get put in positions like that, like crawling through a set that they would have for a sci-fi movie. They make great memories." ‘Handsome’ has a catchy introduction, with a similarly catchy beat
throughout, and, as the first single, it was an important choice. Justin explains, "’Handsome’ made sense in The Vaccines lineage, as it doesn’t mark a massive departure for the band. I think that’s what we intended to do with it, I guess it was like ‘Here we are, we’re back’, something to preempt the bigger change." The third album has a different sound, but this is something the band is excited about, with Justin saying "It’s different sonically and stylistically, even the song writing has adapted and changed. It’s a really different record. I don’t think I’d be this excited about a record that sounded the same." Whether their records have changed or not, The Vaccines will always be a pop band, and as Justin describes, "Pop has never been cooler." With the Summer Ball and festival season looming, I can’t help but ask a few questions about it. The band are playing a string of festivals this
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“Pop has never been cooler” summer including Latitude, Longitude, Liverpool Sound City, Kendall Calling, T in the Park and various others around the world. Despite the amount of waiting around, they love headlining. "It’s important for us that you have a bit more creative control of the show that you’re putting on," explains Freddie, with Justin adding, "It’s more of a show, less of a gig." As a band that has graced the Glastonbury stage before, I ask their opinions on Kanye West headlining this year. Justin says, "It’s the biggest, most important artist in the biggest, most important form of art, pop music. He has so many fucking bangers as well." Both Freddie and Justin disagree with the petition that was created after the decision was announced. "I think people have to be careful when they are essentially labelling themselves the dinosaurs of their generation by saying, ‘this doesn’t belong here, it’s not right, it’s
not like it used to be’, people don’t realise that they just sound like their parents," explains Freddie, linking it to when Jay Z was criticised for being a headliner in 2008. "I think that’s different, because Jay Z is the total King of the Hip Hop world. I feel Kanye is in that position, but he is also much more mainstream. He’s more of a crossover, so I think it’s fantastic he’s doing it." I love asking bands what their funniest moment is, and Freddie was quick with a story that involves Snoop Dogg, a recording studio and some expensive pasta. "When we were making the Melody Calling EP, we showed up to the studio and the producer said it’s busy, I think Snoop Dogg had turned up to mix his records. He was like, ‘The bright side is, Snoop Dogg has offered to buy you guys’ lunch’." In the end it was take out bought by Snoop Dogg’s manager and they didn’t meet him, but Justin
adds positively, "Even so, we still got expensive pasta off Snoop Dogg." The band are one of many to have a successful career soon after forming, but also have an extensive list of amazing artists they have supported. It’s only right to ask who their favourite is. Justin reveals, "Supporting the Rolling Stones was pretty special. They are ‘the’ Rock and Roll band. There will never be a bigger, more important rock band than them." For Freddie, it was also about the venue. "If you could support the Rolling Stones anywhere it would be great, but the fact it was Hyde Park, which is so important for their history, it’s like, it’s London with the Rolling Stones, you couldn’t get any better." Design: Wil Oxford
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YBALL You probably haven’t heard of yBall before - the new team sport that combines elements of netball and rugby and music. It all sounds strange, but it’s very real. Hannah Trinder spoke to the creator to find out more
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let people have fun and develop their own way of playing." Another twist in yBall is that in can be played outside 24 hours a day thanks to the night vision goggles and the Firevision ball which is reflective. "I thought ‘what can I bring that’s different to the game?’ Apart from the music, the night vision side is so you can play it 24 hours. You start in the day and carry on through the night."
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Vince hopes that one day yBall will be recognised as an official sport: "I’m trying to be recognised by a governing body, and at some point I want move away from playing and be the driving force behind it. yBall is still in its baby stages, there’s still lots to do." Vince wanted to create a sport that everyone could play. "It doesn’t matter if you’re disabled, I’ll give you the mic and you can be a part of it. If you’ve got partial sight you can hear the ball, a Mega Howler, due to the whistle sound it makes - no one is excluded from it. There’s no excuse." The music element is a clever addition as you’re improving your hand eye coordination and fitness without even realising. Or, if you’re
like me you’re too busy dancing to notice your team mate wanted to pass you the ball! "I just love music so I thought I would get people actively fit without getting injured, while trying to put the fun element in to a sport that’s high tempo but low impact. Hopefully that’s what I created. Even if you just want to sit and listen to the music you’ll still be a part of the yBall experience. There are people who love music but who aren’t so sporty, so it brings those elements together." So what does Vince have to say to anyone who is thinking of playing? "Just come down and experience it, then you’ll understand. Once you play you’re pretty much hooked!" Want to get involved? Head to the Wallisdown recreation ground every Friday at 5.30pm, pay a couple of quid (if Vincent feels like asking that day) and have a laugh.
Creightons Sunshine Blonde Shampoo & Conditioner, £1.35 If you’ve got highlighted or bleached hair, you’ll probably be aware that the added rays can dry it out and cause colour change. To avoid all the hassle associated with the summer sun and nightmare hair, Creightons have developed an extra moisturising shampoo and conditioner specifically for blondes. Brightening and nourishing the cuticles, it maintains a really healthy looking colour – and works hard to make sure you don’t suffer at the hands of frazzled ends!
FASHION The transition from spring to summer often calls for a re-vamp of your beauty bag, swapping heavier foundations and musky perfumes for light-wear BB creams and floral scents. Scarlett Dixon tracks down this season’s must haves
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If you’re looking for a lighter but nourishing moisturiser to carry you through the summer months, The Pink Cow Brand range are a great one to try. Hydrating, 100% natural and with no alcohol or nasty ingredients, it’s kind to your skin without feeling too heavy – and it smells incredible!
The Body Shop Vitamin E Face Mist, £8.50 Hotter and muggier conditions can play havoc with problem skin, especially if you attempt to wear make-up over the top. The Body Shop’s Vitamin E Face Mist provides an instant boost of moisture, with a clean, refreshing scent and no sticky residue. In an 100ml bottle, it’s the perfect size to pop in your handbag and keep with you for a quick refresh – even over the top of your make-up!
Revitalash, £50 Lashes take a bit of a battering, especially over the summer months - with layers of mascara, eyeliner and even semi-permanent lash extensions. If you’d like to get them back in tip top condition – Revitalash is definitely the way to go. Although pricey, within weeks you’ll see an improvement in their condition and many users have reported their lashes doubling in length and thickness!
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ENTS On their non-stop tour of the UK, Mirva Villa spoke to The Carnabys when they visited Bournemouth University music fans from all over the world. They’re all different!" The life of a musician is everchanging, but the guys wouldn’t swap it for anything. "There isn’t really an ‘average working day’ for us", says the guitarist Ben Gittins, "it changes so much, you just have to go with it. One day we might be rehearsing, one minute we might
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be doing a radio interview or be on a road travelling to a show somewhere." I ask where the guys would be without their band, and the answers get sillier every time. Jack assures me that he wants to be a taxidermist. Without his drums, James Morgan would become a bear hunter and the bassist, Mike Delizo, would be a ballroom dancer. Ben would find meaning to his life by just travelling across the globe. It seems that life as a musician is the only option for the Carnabys boys.
Over the years, The Carnabys have wowed the crowds in both gigs and festivals, but choosing just one show proves to be difficult. "We love playing at festivals because they’ve always got a great atmosphere. Doing a show is great as well when you see all the people that have come to support us." Ben says. "It’s a hard question! Both of them have big bonuses." With their first album, The Carnabys teamed up with legendary producer Eliot James (Two Door Cinema Club). "In the future we would love to work with someone like Jack White or Josh Hall." Jack says. "We’d love to work with anyone who inspires us, really," adds James. Even though The Carnabys are serious about their music – their dream is to become the best live band in the world – they’ve still got their feet on the ground. According to the band’s tongue-in-cheek answer, the one song they’d listen to for the rest of their lives is their latest single. The rest of the year is looking promising. "We’re looking forward to the Isle of Wight Festival and our upcoming show in Barcelona." The band is also busy writing up new material, so the world is bound to hear more from The Carnabys soon.
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round 75% of women have experienced sexual harassment on the street. But it’s sexism amongst friends that’s becoming an all too common occurrence with 57% of women affected by it. So, what can we do? Emma Watson made feminism fashionable with her speech at the United Nations inviting men to join the fight for equality. Our poll said 82% of women identify as feminists but only 48% of men do. So how do we change people’s attitudes towards feminism? Well, first we need everyone to admit that there is a problem. It’s not just men that need to realise this, plenty of women are guilty of avoiding feminism, keeping quiet when we should be braver in challenging sexism. For men, feminism can be a simple matter of re-evaluating how they view and treat women, being sympathetic and trying to stand up to people who are being sexist or engaging in sexist ‘banter’. Somewhere along the line feminists have garnered a reputation as man-hating, independent, prudish extremists in the eyes of some men and, actually, a lot of women. "Feminism is a brand that has a toxic connotation" says twenty year old Christopher White. Chris, while a strong believer in gender equality, finds it difficult to identify as a feminist. Why? He blames lad culture. "Lad culture is especially damaging at university, certainly for men when you’re trying to find your feet and there’s this very loud and vocal unit dictating how you should be living. It’d be more practical to try and change people’s behaviour than getting them to sign up for an ideology." Chris thinks ‘lad culture’ is why men are reluctant to stand up to sexism. "All equality movements have to endure persecution and hardship. That’s only natural because they’re fighting against the status quo. Perhaps men shouldn’t be discouraged by the hardships of it but in a very real sense it does make it very hard to identify with something if you are signing up for, at best, being the butt of jokes and,
Emma Watson is breaking boundaries by encouraging men to join the fight for equality – but how can both genders work together to ensure everyone is treated fairly? Madeleine Supple writes
at worst, serious harassment and abuse." Lewis Merryweather, a nineteenyear-old writer for The Guardian is a proud feminist and thinks other guys shouldn’t be afraid to admit it. "I think it’s important to outwardly admit your views. If you believe in something, you should advocate it openly and freely else your voice won’t be heard." Lewis thinks that a lot of men who do support feminism are reluctant to be open about their views because of the criticism they might experience, both from other men and the feminist movement itself. "I don’t want to come in guns blazing and say ‘I’m a feminist listen to me’ because that’s not what it’s about, but I’ve never been the kind of person to shrink away from it. I’m aware of the pitfalls and I’m aware that some feminists will challenge me on that but I think it’s much more constructive to call yourself a feminist and then deal with the issues that surround that, rather than shying away from it in the first place." One of the things men would need to do to be part of feminism is to acknowledge their privilege. Dr Alison Phipps heads the Gender Research Centre and is Co-Director of Gender Studies at Sussex University: "men want to see gender issues as things which affect both sexes equally and they just don’t." While the feminism debate that kicked off again last year has gathered a lot of momentum, changing things for women is going to be a slow process. It’s 2015 and the UK has still not achieved gender equality, having fallen to 26th place in 2014’s Global Gender Gap Report. Changing ingrained attitudes can be tough. Jo Wilkerson is twenty one and has been with her boyfriend, Elliott, for two years and says it’s important to her that she isn’t expected to conform to gender roles. "If a boyfriend expected me to take on certain roles because I’m the female in the
relationship, I would not be pleased. Elliott’s supportive; I don’t think he’d ever be sexist. I think in the past he might have assumed that women aren’t as strong as men but I disprove that theory!" While she doesn’t believe her boyfriend needs to be an open feminist, she wouldn’t put up with sexism.
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"I would break up with someone if they were sexist. If he didn’t believe in equality between the genders, it would be a deal breaker." Challenging sexist behaviour when we see it can be intimidating. If you are a feminist, talk to people about it and explain why it’s important and tell them your experience with sexism. If you’re not, start asking yourself ‘why not?’
Lewis says, "I don’t think women should be expected to do more to involve men. That was one of my main concerns with Emma Watson’s speech, the idea that it’s a woman’s job to tell a man how to get involved in feminism. I did believe in Emma Watson because she brought feminism to the forefront of the media and made it ok to call yourself a feminist. But if women start bowing to the idea that we need to be more inviting to men, that destroys the purpose of feminism. I think it needs to be society’s job to convince men, and indeed other women who aren’t on board with feminism, to just sit down and talk about it." Feminism doesn’t need to be controversial; it is the movement that has always changed things for women. But things won’t change if men don’t get on board as well. So let’s keep the debate going and make feminism the word on everybody’s lips this year too. Design: Wil Oxford Illustration: Nathan Hackett
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Festival season has arrived, and whilst Coachella kicked it off first, we couldn’t WAIT to see all of the outfits worn. (Well, on Instagram that is) Stylish sisters Kendall and Kylie never fail to impress us – here, working some crazy Fendi sunnies.
Summer is here in full force and what better statement to make than these new it-shoes: the gladiator?! @harpersbazaarus posted this picture recently – tempting us to dig into our student loans early. Food shopping? Summer wardrobe shopping more like.
H&M’s new Conscious Exclusive range hit the shops recently, featuring prints, pastels and THIS to-die-for skirt. This dreamy collection is made from completely sustainable material; including organic cotton, recycled polyamide and Tencel. A better fashion future for us, and the planet!
It may seem like it was only yesterday we put our parka’s away for spring – but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a sneak preview of pieces ready for AW15, does it? @cosmopolitanuk gave us an insight into @topshop’s lust-worthy accessories. They’ve sure made our Christmas list!
Sarah and Philippa, creators of @wearetwinset always give their followers perfect outfit inspiration. Here, the pair rock (what we at Nerve, believe to be one of the biggest summer trends of 2015) suede fringing. Follow their Instagram for inspiration of your own.
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This summer is set to be a big one with tonnes of festivals to attend. We give you the lowdown on some of the best
GLASTONBURY by Charlie-Souter Phillips
First of all, let’s get straight in there with the biggest and most well-known festival in the world, Glastonbury. It returns this year on the 24th to the 28th of June. This renowned festival caters to over 175,000 people and will literally have something for everyone, from the hippy retreat ‘stone circle’ to the absolutely mad ‘Shangri La’ and the massive musical platform ‘The Pyramid Stage’. This year many Glastonbury-goers are boycotting the weekend because they feel one of the headliners is very out of place (he rhymes with Ranye Rest). Nonetheless, the festival still sold out in a matter of minutes and will be an experience that those lucky enough to have a ticket will remember for the rest of their lives.
HOLI FESTIVAL OF COLOURS by Lauren Chassebi
Holi festival, originating in India, is a festival of colours that is internationally renowned. It takes place slightly later than the usual British festival. It’s only a one day event on the 12th of September, so no need to get the tent out and you can probably leave your wellies at home too! Dress code: preferably something white, but mainly just anything you don’t mind being covered in paint powder by the end of the day. The location of this festival varies, and this year it will be taking place at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. It mixes the urban with culture, with a mix of lesser known EDM and electro artists, all showcasing amazing talent. Holi fest is less about the music, and more about the atmosphere. This year, the headline act will be Nervo and Dubvision. If you’re looking for a cheaper festival with a difference, this is definitely the one for you. NERVE | 38
BOARDMASTERS by Lauren Chassebi
Boardmasters is a five day festival taking place from the 5th to the 9th of August, right by the beach in Newquay, Cornwall. Spread across a range of tents, each showcasing a mix of world renowned and newly surfacing talent. Boardmasters is every surfer’s dream, priding itself not only on its music, but also on its international surf competitions held there each year. The entire event has a much more relaxed beach vibe than any other UK festival, swapping the usual swamps of British festival mud with sand and sun. Headlining this year are some huge names such as Faithless, Rudimental and Bastille. The festival provides a mix of chilled indie music, as well as more upbeat dance music. It’ll leave you with the realisation that you’ve been doing festivals wrong your entire life.
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If you’re looking for an all-star line-up, it’s well worth checking out Parklife. Located in Manchester (Bournemouth has never seemed so far away), the music festival features a range of acts with sounds spanning all genres, such as dance, indie or hip hop. Now in its fifth year, the weekend festival boasts some major names, including previous Bournemouth Summer Ball headliners Rudimental, as well as everybody’s favourite house duo Disclosure. If you’re into more chilled music, fear not because you’ll also be familiar with acts such as George Ezra, Jess Glynne and newcomer James Bay. With around eight stage choices, there’s bound to be music that caters to your interest, just ask one of the 140,000 festival-goers who hit up the festival last year. The festival begins just as the summer properly starts on the 6th and 7th of June, and would make a viable alternative to our very own Summer Ball!
Boomtown festival, returning this year on the 13th to the 16th of August, makes for a very interesting weekend. It is safe to say the organisers think about every single detail very carefully to make sure that their customers are always being surprised. The festival is split into different districts, with China town, Downtown and Mayfair Avenue, to name just a few. The decoration within these areas is incredible and very realistic, but the most exciting elements are hidden and involve you putting some work in to find them. For example, some of the stages are concealed through telephone boxes or behind caravans, and there are also secret tents with ball pits in them or people dressed as doctors pretending to diagnose your illness. The whole experience is very surreal, but it is one that you cannot forget easily.
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WIRELESS by Aliyah Allen
Wireless Festival is back from the 3rd to the 5th of July in London’s Finsbuy Park. The acts come from a range of genres so there is bound to be something for everyone. On Friday, stand out performers are Drake, Party Next Door, Maverick Sabre and ILoveMakonnen. Duke Dumont and electronic trio Nero are also set to appear. I’ve witnessed a Nero set before and all I can say is, lights… so many lights. Saturday gives you the likes of dance maestros Avicii and Netsky, man of the moment Kendrick Lamar, who will undoubtedly perform tracks from his new, highly acclaimed album. Also featured are Knife Party and Mary J. Blige, MNEK, Jess Glynne and Etta Bond. Sunday invites David Guetta, Nicki Minaj, Clean Bandit, Tori Kelly, Jessie J and a special performance by Jaden and Willow Smith (that should be interesting). This is sure to be an event that will have everyone talking and if the weather is promising (we can only hope), expect to see everyone out in their finest festival gear.
LOVEBOX by Aliyah Allen
Lovebox Festival last year was one to remember. The weather reached 35 degrees (I was there and I thought I was going to melt) and there were good vibes all around. This year I’m sure will be no exception, returning to Victoria Park in East London, starting from the 17th to the 18th of July. Rudimental are headlining on Friday and Snoop Dogg is set for Saturday, who I’m certan will have the most chilled, laid-back performance you’ve ever been to. Other acts include Kaytranada, Flume, David Rodigan, Cypress Hill, Mark Ronson, Annie Mac, Hot Chip and Jessie Ware with a smattering of other great names. Not only is the music a big part in the day, but the rides, food stations, free drinks (there was a Kopparberg bus last year and I think I went to it five times within the space of an hour) are also a lot of fun. NERVE | 39
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very year, fresh batches of students find themselves sat with their parents discussing a sensitive subject: money. It’s a tricky topic that becomes more complicated when the reality of the student loan kicks in. Had they anticipated that it might not even cover the rent? If that’s the case, should their parents settle the difference? Can they? Trebled tuition fees are possibly one of the biggest setbacks to come from this gruelling coalition government, and the next harrowing debate will arise when we discover whether or not Ed Miliband will cut the hefty £9000, to £6000. But there is something much more pressing that people are forgetting; the hard- cash question of unaccounted for living costs. Maintenance loans are certainly not the most riveting conversation subject, but inevitably often arise at the heart of a heated debate. To cover rent, food, and other living costs, students inside London can borrow up to £8009, whereas students outside of London are granted up to £5740. Without stating the obvious, this is not enough to live for an entire year. So who’s stumping up the difference? Some students from a comfortable background are fortunate enough to have financial support from their parents - but this isn’t always possible. Some parents just don’t have the cash. Sarah Wilson is a Mother who financially supports her daughter at University. "Why should there be an
expectation that I have to support my child?" Sarah ponders. "I should be able to make a decision as to whether I support my son or daughter in their education depending on what I could afford – every family has constraints." There are grants, but these aren’t available to everyone. Put it this way, if both parents earn more than £21,000 each year, their offspring will receive no extra funding. So this really leaves no other choice than for the student to rely on their loan and any
money that their parents can spare, or income from a part-time job. Sue Dickson was also able to support her son through University, however, there was no societal influence on the matter. "There is nothing wrong with parents supporting if they wish, but it should be a matter of personal choice," Sue explains. "Although I provided additional financial support, I’d like to think that I just gave enough so my child could have basic necessities." Only those who have been hibernating since 2007 will not realise that the price of everything has soared – yet loans stagnate. So without assuming that the government bury their heads in the sand regarding education funding, this is undoubtedly an ever-growing problem. "I want my son to be able to immerse himself in university life without having to worry about whether or not he can afford to buy a packet of cornflakes or a pint of milk," says Sue. "The means tested allowances for maintenance do not reflect the true costs of a young person living an independent life for two thirds of the year." Nevertheless, the Education Minister continues to state that maintenance loans were never meant to cover the entire cost of a student in the first place. Students coming from low-income backgrounds take priority and individuals with parents who earn over the ‘average’ will not be fully supported by the government. This is difficult to comprehend when the loan doesn’t even cover the rent for a year, let alone food. "Our parents no longer get child maintenance when we turn 18, but we’re not deemed adult enough to be able to fund ourselves at University" says Scarlett Dixon, a student who receives minimal governmental support. "If my dad wasn't kind enough to give me an allowance every month,
I wouldn't be able to survive at University as my loan doesn't even cover my rent, let alone leave me with anything to live off." It seems countless students don’t have a choice but to accept help from their parents. "I'd like to see David Cameron try and live on £3,500 a year!" Scarlett adds.
So where do we go from here? Ed Miliband voiced that Labour want to cut fees to £6000, making University cheaper for everyone, but is this happening? Bournemouth is an example of a large town, home to two Universities; therefore the talk of tuition fees and maintenance loan doesn’t go unnoticed. David Stokes represents Bournemouth Labour and is no stranger to funding students through University. "Labour is absolutely committed to reducing the burden on students," he says. "We are going to cut the fees from £9000 to £6000. We said it. We will do it." But does this hold hope for future students and those who are funding them through University? Julie Bennett is a working mother, due to send her son to University in September, and the uncertainty of any reduction is a massive worry. "The fees are extortionate; parents don’t know what they’re getting for their child," explains Julie. "The middle earners are hardest hit, as always!" Is it right that students, who are technically adults, are dependent on their parents’ financial support? And why is it assumed that parents will fund the difference? Labour is promising a change to no longer discriminate against students who come from broken backgrounds. Maybe it’s time we gave Ed Miliband the benefit of the doubt, in the hope that Labour will relieve the pressure on cash-strapped parents.
FEATURES
University brings with it the prospect of financial independence – but for the majority of students, government funding just isn’t enough. Katie Mallalieu investigates why. why
SCOTT MITCHELL
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Design Jack Mullen
Dorset’s very own Scott Mitchell talks darts, farming, football and family as he tells Liam Grace the remarkable story of how he became world darts champion
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earing his bottle green quilted jacket and in his mid-forties, Scott could easily be mistaken for your average Dorset farmer if you saw him walking down the street. "I always wanted to be a farmer when I grew up," said Scott with a rural Dorset twang in his voice. "I never had dreams of being a sportsman in any way, shape or form". However, as he sat down, took a sip of his Americano and removed his jacket it was clear that this was not the case. Scott is wearing his famous black and pink darts jersey, the same one he was wearing when he won the 2015 BDO World Darts Championship just five weeks ago. The final, which was shown on the BBC, was watched by 3.5 million people. "I was noticed five times on my way down here," said Scott, still baffled by his new found fame. The man now known as ‘Scotty Dog’ was born in Bournemouth and grew up in Bransgore. "I’m very proud to be from Dorset, Bournemouth is a great place to call your home." Scotty Dog may have never had dreams of being a professional sportsman, but he has always had a passion for sports. Whilst he was a student at Twynham School, he played football with Jamie Redknapp, who went on to play for Liverpool and England. He is also a lifelong AFC Bournemouth supporter, getting down to as many games as he can. Two weeks ago, AFC Bournemouth hosted Derby County. At half time, Scott was honoured by the club as he brought his trophy out onto the pitch,
receiving a roaring applause from 11,000 Bournemouth fans. "I was more nervous doing that than playing at Lakeside," said Scott - which says a lot considering he has dreamt about winning Lakeside since he was 15 years-old - "I didn’t know how the crowd were going to react," he added. Fast becoming Bournemouth’s most famous supporter, he was invited to watch the game from the director’s box and now has Chairman Jeff Moystn’s personal phone number. "He was trying to get me slaughtered," laughs Scott. "I’d turn around and he’d put another drink in my hand." However, Scott does not regard himself as a celebrity. He is a very modest man and incredibly down to Earth. He is very much a family man, being married for 23 years and has two children. The Mitchell household all play darts too. On a typical Monday night, his daughter Katie plays in the Women’s Christchurch League, his son Sam plays in the Men’s Ringwood League and Scott himself plays in the Wimborne League for his local sports club. "The wife has about three hours to herself so she can watch whatever she wants on TV," explains Scott. However, wife Sharon used to play darts too and only stopped when the kids were born so when Katie, Sam and Scott return they all converge and talk about darts. Despite the fame, Scott is very much still a farmer’s boy. "My dad’s still got the farm and I do little bits and pieces for him," he said. "I’ve started to buy cattle which my dad
feeds when I’m away playing darts," he added. Up until his world championship victory, Scott would work four days a week on the farm and as a landscape gardener, playing darts on the weekend. "I was really doing well at juggling it all until Lakeside and then that just took things to the next level, so now I’m struggling a bit!" Scott’s life now revolves a lot more heavily around darts. Last weekend he was in Belfast playing darts for England, came home for two days, and then flew over to Stuttgart to meet his sponsors before coming back the next day for the World Darts Trophy in Manchester. It is clear that the big lad from the small village in Dorset is still getting used to this new lifestyle. But what do his friends make of it? "When I told my friends I played darts they thought it was just going to the pub and drinking a few beers," he recalls. "But when they started seeing me on TV they realised that I actually played darts!" he added. The next big step for Scotty Dog is to move from the British Darts Organisation (BDO) to the more prestigious Premier Darts Corporation (PDC) of which he is still awaiting an offer for. "It would definitely be something for me to consider in the future," he said, "I think if there was an offer and I didn’t take it I would regret it." And as Scott told me earlier in the day, "When you’re a farmer’s lad you’ll have a go at anything," and hopefully he will keep this roll up-your-sleeve approach when the PDC come calling so he can continue to make Dorset proud. NERVE | 43
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Credit: Harry Hitch
With an excellent warm up from PVRIS and We Are the Ocean, the crowd were ready and raring to go when Lower Than Atlantis came onto the stage, introduced by the Star Wars theme tune. The crowd jumped, danced and moshed throughout the set, making it hard to tell which songs were crowd favourites. My personal favourites were ‘Words Don’t Come So Easily’ and ‘English Kids In America’, which lead vocalist Mike Duce introduced as a song to jump to, not that the crowd needed much instruction. They’re a well put together band, in terms of sound, style and stage chemistry, which was shown with their live set. One of the best moments of the set was when Mike asked everyone to make a circle in the crowd, like a “mother’s womb”, and then he went and stood in it with his guitar, singing ‘Another Sad Song’. They finished with an excellent encore, playing ‘Here You Go’ which is the opening track to their most recent self-titled album.
John Wick
Wolf Alice
Keanu Reeves finally manages to find a use for his startling lack of charisma in Hong Kong-inspired action movie John Wick. Reeves plays the eponymous assassin, who comes out of retirement when a gang of thugs steal his car and murder his dog. The film is an exhilarating ride, with intense fight choreography that encourages you to feel every punch, kick and gunshot. First-time directing duo, Chad Stahelski and David Leitch have a real handle on the genre and combine moody visuals with crunching violence. Reeves is solid as a remorseless killer, but heavyweight support comes from Willem Dafoe, Michael Nyqvist and slightly underused Agents of SHIELD star Adrianne Palicki. It’s not going to win any awards for subtlety, but John Wick plays to the strengths of its star to create a movie that’s an enjoyable cinematic experience.
Wolf Alice, with an opening thrashy chord sequence in ‘Fluffy’, held enough energy to bring even the very back of the room to their feet when they played at the Old Fire Station last month, drawing in a crowd wide crowd demographic. The band’s older songs such as ’90 Mile Beach’ and ‘Blush’ complimented perfectly with their newer songs such as ‘Giant Peach’, which is claimed to be the band’s favourite to play from the newly released album. Through the neo grunge heavy guitar you’d think it would be easy for your ears to brush past the vocals, but lead singer Ellie’s voice controlled the room with a mesmerising and dominating tone. The gig had good vibes all round, with a live set almost certainly destined for festival success this summer.
In Cinemas 10/4/15 By Tom Beasley
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Old Fire Station 8/4/15, By Rebecca Howe
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Child 44
Jamie T
Bizarrely thick Russian accents are just about the only source of entertainment in drab Soviet thriller Child 44. Tom Hardy stars as a Soviet agent who decides to investigate a string of child murders in a society that refuses to acknowledge the existence of crime in their utopia. The A-list cast, including Gary Oldman and Noomi Rapace, battle through an unnecessarily labyrinthine plot, to try to find something resembling emotion. Unfortunately for them, the script is every bit as chilly as the Russian setting and gives little room for anyone to bring personality to a film that sorely needed a hook for the audience. At well over two hours long, the film is a punishing slog that yields no narrative surprises and even fewer moments of intrigue. In Soviet Russia, it seems, movies bore you to sleep.
After his sensational return with album Carry on the Grudge after a 5 year absence in 2014, Jamie T has continued his return to the big time with a 6 song strong EP, Magnolia Melancholia. Carrying on with a similar style to his most recent album, this EP is a wonderful addition to his back catalogue and a magnificent listen. The lead single, given the same name as the EP, is an awesome ‘sing your heart out song’ and will definitely be a real crowd-pleaser during the festival season. The low fi, whiney sound of Jamie T comes through this EP as well as any of his previous material, new and old. Jamie has quite possibly returned to his heyday of old albums, Kings & Queens and Panic Prevention, perhaps this is even better than before. If you are going to any festivals this summer, expect to see him there.
The Wombats
Avengers: Age of Ultron
After a long wait of four years, The Wombats finally return with their third LP, Glitterbug, a definite return to form for the Liverpudlian/Norwegian band. Combining the old sounds of teenage heartbreak and punchy tunes, The Wombats have toned back Glitterbug whilst still creating their familiar, edgy and fun sound. They have progressed and tightened up since their 2011 album, This Modern Glitch which really shines through on the album, making it an excellent listen. Stand out songs such as ‘Greek Tragedy’ and ‘Emoticons’ really give the album personality whilst others such as ‘Isabel’ and ‘This is Not a Party’ are stripped back, allowing for a mixture of moods. Overall, Glitterbug is definitely worth the wait and is a superb album. The Wombats are on the move and can only go up.
A lot has happened since the first instalment, such as the downfall of SHIELD, and the story picks up from that point. The Avengers are destroying anything HYDRA-related they come across, until things rapidly take a turn for the worse when Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr) comes up with a not-so-genius idea. Everyone is back in full force with a few fresh faces, such as Aaron Taylor-Johnson who plays the speedy Quicksilver and Paul Bettany as The Vision. James Spader is Ultron, who is a terrifying yet sarcastic villain, with a curious demeanour that makes it hard to dislike him. Along with the never-ending action comes plenty of laugh out loud moments, which gives the storyline and the characters a more wholesome feel. This one takes you on a darker journey, but it is an epic continuation, with an epic cast to match.
In Cinemas 17/4/15 By Tom Beasley
Glitterbug 13/4/15, By Grant Hilbourne
Magnolia Melancholia 6/4/15 By Grant Hilbourne
In Cinemas 23/4/15 By Aliyah Allen
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SPRING TO SUMMER TRENDS: Words: Rebecca Miller Design: Wil Oxford
The transition from spring to summer can be a tricky one when it comes to planning your wardrobe. We look at the trends set to emerge this summer that you should watch out for
METALLICS
This summer, the metallic trend is one of the easiest ways to add a unique twist to your outfit, especially when it comes to shoes. When it comes to choosing the right colour, with silvers, golds and subtle rose metallics you’re spoilt for choice. But the number one rule is to make your metallic shoes the focal point of your outfit. The more ‘metallic’ your accessories are, the simpler the rest of your outfit should be. There are some great metallic shoes on the high street right now. Topshop lead the way with their rose pink metallic gladiator sandal at just £30. But if you want something a little smarter and want to stay bang on trend, then Topshop also have the Krome Gold Metallic Fringe Loafers. They may be a little on the more expensive side for a student but they are 100% leather and will last a lifetime, coming in at £58.
Look by Dannon K Collard http://lookbook.nu/liketheyogurt
THE 1970’S
Seventies influences are still going strong, but this summer we look at a modern way to wear retro. Flares, tablecloth prints and big buttons have returned, but all with a modern twist. This trend offers a clean, contemporary and minimalist look, with elegant lines and warm tones. Key pieces include culottes, socks with sandals, clogs and of course the essential high waisted denim flares. Reality star Millie Mackintosh went straight back to the 70s with her hippie inspired look at London Fashion Week this year.
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BOHEMIAM CHIC
White lace is so much more than a walk down the aisle, when it comes to this summer’s hottest trends; the runways were full of romantic thread work, white sheer lace. When mastering this look, think textures, intricate beading, embroidery, tassels and crochet. The summer is all about movement with delicate frilled layers and swinging fringes. But if head to toe white isn’t your thing then add some colour and delicate patterns, remember to keep it simple and relaxed. Think light chiffon materials, that float. Layer up with your jewellery too! Consider a variety of necklace lengths and experiment with chunky beading to more delicate designs for a modern hippie statement. Don’t forget the headbands! As festival season is just around the corner, headbands are an essential item when achieving the boho hippie style. Flower power, plaits and thick headbands are an immediate nod to the 70s revival. They create an instant hairstyle that requires very little effort.
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THE MASTERS 2015
After another fantastic four days of golf at Augusta, Ross Maffey reminds us of what happened last month at the first of this year’s Majors
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ith much of the attention heading into the tournament focusing on the return of Tiger Woods, and the possibility of Rory McIlroy completing his grand slam of majors, it may perhaps come as a surprise to see another name stealing the headlines. 21-year-old Jordan Spieth became the second youngest man ever to wear the prestigious green jacket, just months older than Tiger Woods’ first of four wins at Augusta back in 1997. Spieth looked on course to break Woods’ 72-hole record from ‘97, but only managed to bogey the last hole under the pressure of the packed Augusta crowd, leaving him on 18-under par, equalling the record. Justin Rose and Phil Mickelson finished tied for second spot with scores of 14-under, which would have been good enough to win 70 of the previous 78 Masters. World number one Rory McIlroy managed to salvage a more than respectable fourth place with a resurgent final two rounds under the Augusta sun, after the Northern Irishman loomed close to missing the cut during his second round. After Rory’s sensational 2014 with the clubs, the final piece of the jigsaw looked to be in his sights, as he
chased the final major missing from his trophy cabinet in Augusta. However, he missed out on the opportunity to join the very exclusive club consisting of just five members after a sluggish start. Even One Direction’s Niall Horan brought his compatriot no success, the singer caddied for Rory during the traditional preceding par-3 contest, which also saw 75-year-old Jack Nicklaus hit his first ever hole in one at Augusta. Rory struggled to get into his usual standard of golf, and finished 7 shots off Spieth’s lead at the end of the first round, but McIlroy managed 15 under par for the final 45 holes, the best in the field by some stretch. The traditionally glass-like greens of the pristine Augusta landscape were slower than their usual standards, providing birdie opportunities on a much larger scale. Spieth amounted a stunning 28 birdies during the course of the week, obliterating Mickelson’s previous record of 25. After losing the lead around the nine-hole turn last year during his debut Masters tournament, Spieth went one better after his second attempt, showing nerves of steel to lead the competition from the first round, becoming only the fifth man to achieve the feat. With an opening 64 and subsequent 66 posted in the first two rounds respectively, the young American quickly shot into a lead of 4 shots, which remained intact throughout the remainder of the week. Spieth shrugged off pressure and expectation of a man twice his age, managing to hold putts calmly with little to no celebration, graciously receiving the crowd’s applause as he picked his ball from the hole time and time again. A double-bogey on the 17th in the
penultimate round gave a glimmer of hope for the chasing pack of Rose and Mickelson going into Sunday’s fourth and final round. Ultimately, however, bogeys for Rose on the ninth and sixth washed all hopes of a late revival to catch the 21-year-old Texan. Mickelson’s classy eagle-chip from the deep bunker of the 15th reduced Spieth’s lead to within four, but the three-time champion was similarly too far behind in the late stages of the tournament to prove a serious threat. Spieth was able to enjoy his final two holes with a comfortable lead, with the noise from the crowd increasing with every step closer Spieth took to the 18th green. With his putting flawless all week, Spieth only managed to make a bogey on the final hole, the nerves perhaps finally starting to show on the young man’s shoulders. Tiger Woods returned to competitive golf after 6 months out in the game, and despite some rare glimpses of what he is capable of, Tiger finished one-over par final round which left him in 17th place at 5-under after some injury scares at the ninth, appearing to hit a root in the ground. The final-day pairing between the former and current world number one was perhaps the headline finish many fans had hoped for, but Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, some shots off the lead, showed gutsy rounds with glimpses of quality throughout. Spieth’s dominance on the greens throughout the week’s play realistically left little hope for the rest of the field with regard to winning the tournament. Valiant efforts from Mickelson, Rose, and in the late stages, by McIlroy mustn’t go unmentioned, and in a sense it’s unfortunate the final round of the Augusta major was left so uncharacteristically pried open.
Words Ross Maffey
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Design Jack Mullen
COMMENT
The reality of our obsession with reality TV Our obsession with people watching and celebrity voyeurism highlights a darker side of human nature that we should be ashamed of
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ur fascination with people watching means that the reality television industry has grown by an estimated $119,900 billion in the last 30 years according to the Huffington Post. Multiple studies have shown that our obsession with reality shows have distorted our sense of reality. The most cited reason for our interest in reality TV is that it is used to reinforce our identities, which explains why 15-16 year olds have the highest consumption of reality programmes. The problem is that the ‘reality’ depicted in these heavily scripted and exaggerated shows is so far removed from the actuality of our lives that it gives this young and naive audience false expectations and unhealthy ideals. Some studies have been as far as to suggest that reality television is responsible for the rise in cases of body dysmorphia leading to eating disorders and/or cosmetic procedures. It’s not hard to believe that these augmented versions of reality have added to the pressure on young people to conform to unattainable standards, be that of beauty or morality. Unfortunately this preoccupation with voyeurism seems to be pervading into the film industry. This year heralds the release of the biopics of two of the most adored and yet most destructive icons of the modern age: Amy Winehouse and Kurt Cobain. There are, of course, glaring similarities between the two tales: they were both phenomenally talented, uncomfortable with fame, plagued by addiction and eventually suffered untimely deaths at the tender age of 27. This familiar pattern
is played out time and time again in celebrity biopics. The worst thing is we take pleasure in viewing these heart-wrenching scenes of destruction; they are released for our entertainment. And the result? Well, if you accept behavioural psychology theories, then it is damaging cultural standards and fuelling a new generation of drug addicts. But that’s only a small part of a much bigger problem, which is privacy. As mentioned it is widely documented that both Kurt Cobain and Amy Winehouse were uncomfortable with their widespread fame and the concept of celebrity. They considered themselves solely musicians and disliked being in the spotlight when they weren’t performing. So it’s difficult to imagine either of them consenting to their personal photographs or home footage being released to the masses, but for some reason these are the kinds of in-depth details we crave. This year’s cinematic offerings are set apart from their predecessors by their intrusion into the subject’s lives. To me, above all other misgivings, this is a clear sign that our interest in the private lives of celebrities is becoming perverse. The impact of this obsession with celebrity lives is clearly detrimental to future generation’s understanding of privacy. The lines between private and professional lives of the ‘famous’ are blurred beyond distinction, and in a time where our own privacy is under threat, perhaps we should be more concerned about preserving traditional values of discretion.
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Aftab Pathan
Bournemouth-based blogger Aftab Pathan runs the lifestyle and fashion blog www.freshandfearless.co.uk. Megan Godwin caught up with him to chat about his venture into blogging
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ale blogging is increasingly becoming more popular and there are many fashion hungry bloggers out there that are aiming for the success that several female bloggers have achieved. However this isn’t as easily attainable as many think, Aftab, a biochemistry student at the University of Westminster, has been running his fashion, lifestyle and beauty blog Fresh And Fearless for nearly two years and has offered an insight into the male blogging community. He set up his blog as a creative outlet where he could not only share his style but share his passion for the industry as a whole with the ambition to become a successful male blogger. How did Fresh and Fearless come about and how long have you been running it for? I started Fresh and Fearless, because I had wanted to start a blog for a long time but I never really got around to starting it. However, when I found myself at my lowest times with very few interests, I realised I needed something to lift my spirits, to keep me occupied and have a creative outlet. So in April 2013, Fresh And Fearless was born and is approaching its second birthday in a matter of days. Two years have flown by so quickly.
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What do you see as the main reasons for your recent success in the male blogging world? I find that the biggest reason for the success of Fresh and Fearless is dedication, hard work, a kind heart along with a mix of being myself too. Writing a blog is not easy, I will not sugar coat it and pretend like it is, however, it brings me a feeling I cannot even describe when people fall in love with the way I write and what I write about. Creativity is not something you can just turn on with a flick of a switch, which makes it that little bit harder when you are not feeling very creative. Ever since I started Fresh And Fearless, I vowed to myself that if it ever got anywhere, I would still continue to be my selfless self and show the true and real person that I am through my writing and that’s what I feel I have continued to do. Having met so many bloggers who are loyal readers of Fresh And Fearless, they have told me time after time that they feel like they already know everything about me, without having met me. Give us a main outline of your style, and if any who are your main fashion icons? When it comes to my style think smart and quirky, they are my two ‘categories’ that my style falls into. Often channelling the ideal dapper look but occasionally I
FASHION
like to mix things up and wear something a little less smart and a bit more alternative. Mainly found in loafers or brogues, I probably have more shoes than the average man owns, with an ever-growing collection. I don’t have any particular fashion icons, if I am honest. I feel my style and fashion is based on what I feel on the inside, a bit like a wearable personality. I like to admire people’s style whilst walking in the streets but I would not say I look up to others for style advice or inspiration. I dress in a way I feel comfortable that allows me to look at my very prime and best. “Dress how you would want to look, if you met somebody famous, is a quote I relate to a lot! Lastly, what are you ambitions for your blog in the future and what do you think help you achieve this? Since I started Fresh And Fearless with no ambition or any thought of it ever becoming this successful, I
am thankful for all the success I have achieved so far. However, the big dream would be to become one of the most of the successful male bloggers, up there with Adam Gallagher but after all it is a dream. Success comes to those that are hungry for it and work hard, so I am going to continue what I am doing in hope I get there one day but I am in no hurry, as my love and passion for blogging will always remain at any level. I think it is a mix of everything that is key; clear, sharp photos, quality content, a sense of the writer’s personality, a blog that is not full of reviews (let’s be honest, people do get a bit bored of reading reviews one after another), also interacting with brands, PR and other bloggers on a personal level but most of all being yourself, always. www.freshandfearless.co.uk NERVE | 51
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MY MARATHON EXPERIENCE
Words Ross Maffey Design Jack Mullen
BU student Ross Maffey ran the 35th edition of the London Marathon in April, raising money for a Dorset-based charity called Julia’s House. He tells Nerve about his experience
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fter 26 miles of running, with little company but your thoughts and screaming legs for the duration, Buckingham Palace comes into view for over 35,000 runners. But the Palace brings much more than a chance to catch a glimpse of her majesty. The finishing line that the runners have been fretting over for the previous weeks is finally visible, and so too is the finale of their training campaign. This is of course, the 35th annual London Marathon, widely regarded as the greatest race on earth. For what is typically a chaotic scene, London stands still during the 26th April, coming together to celebrate the achievements of all runners. In their variety of costumes and colours, having raised millions of pounds for thousands of charities, the runners meander around the Thames and hold centre stage over the sporting world. For me, it was a time of mixed emotions. With the crowds lining the streets shouting the name printed on your vest, drip-feeding you energy to help you stumble over the finish line after the previous five or six miles which, have offered nothing but muscle degradation and mental fatigue. Relief, joy and sadness. The dark, wet miserable training runs are finally over, you have completed what you trained incessantly for, and what dictated a large part of your dayto-day living is no more. However, after the hundreds of miles of training, it all
ends so suddenly. With large sacrifices being made and large quantities of life revolving around the training and the inevitable preparation, you can’t help but feel sad that it’s all over - regardless of the pain it inflicted before the final euphoria of crossing the line. But this personal commitment and enjoyment of running hasn’t always been the case. And if I’m going be completely honest, I never applied for the marathon. Running it never even crossed my mind. To widen the chances of getting a place in the prestigious event, my Dad entered me using my details, along with my older brother and Mum in the hope that we’d surrender the opportunity if we were successful. Much to his delight, when my name was the only one to be accepted, I thought I’d give it a go. What could go wrong? 18 months on (after deferring in 2014 due to injury), suffering more injury scares and almost giving up on training, it’s no more than a proud memory. I also find myself engaging in conversations consisting of pace, mileage and calories, which I would previously receive with a degree of disdain. Despite the efforts of many charity runners not quite matching the pace of defending champion Wilson Kipsang, and world record holder Dennis Kimetto - it’s undoubtedly the community feel and achievements of the ordinary people that create the aura of the London Marathon. From people raising money for a loved or lost one, or running with a fridge on your back for Help for Heroes (yes, this happened), the Marathon acts as the victory lap for the hard work and effort put in months in advance.
Top 5 things I have learnt about marathon running: 1. Running is not "free" - After purchasing the correct clothing, enough shoes to last the duration of training and any nutritional supplements (I won’t even mention the physiotherapy appointments), it’s fine.
2. Eating is important - Half a slice of toast is not sufficient for a 20 mile run.
3. Too much technology is addictive - How far have you run? How long did it take you? There is such a thing as an excess of information.
4. Getting out of the door is the hardest step of the run - Plucking up the courage to run on a wet Sunday morning is a truly commendable achievement.
5. You really can exceed
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expectations - not only other people’s expectations, but your own - a much more valuable lesson.
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ustralian musician Benjamin Stanford, better known by his stage name, Dub FX, moved to Europe several years ago to ignite his solo career. The music created by Dub FX is unique. He uses a loop pedal and vocal effects to create all the elements of a song. "Deciding to create my music in this way was a long process of trying different things and putting them together in a variety of ways, then that eventually led me to do all the effects and loop stuff. The looping is something I saw somebody else doing very simply without any effects at all. He opened my brain to the whole idea of being a one man band with technology. Prior to that I had been in loads of different bands where I put effects over my vocals and that is still a really big part of what I do." Dub FX is not restricted to one genre but explores a combination, meaning the composing process is not straight forward either. "The time and way I write my song always varies. It depends what types of song I am going for. You can write a punk song in ten minutes but others can take two years. Reggae is easier because it has a form to it and it’s always quite soulful and funky and easier to throw together." Having played in bands and now working as a solo artist, does he have a preference? "I have been in 6 different bands but the hardest thing
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Whilst relaxing in his home in Australia, Dub FX spoke to Nerve’s Charlie Souter-Philips about his career so far and where it’s heading
is managing a band and getting all those people together. I would love to be able to do what I do with a full band because there’s so much more creative input. What made it easier for me doing it solo is that I could decide what I was going for by myself and not have to put other people through my creative mistakes. This meant I could live off what I did because I got paid 100% off the street or off my shows and there’s a lot more money involved when doing it solo. Although as I am able to afford it, I am actually bringing more people on the road with me in May." Dub FX seems excited to have others come on tour with him and share the experience. "Creatively we can jam on the road and come up with tunes together. I like it when I get a bass player with the same music taste as me and I’m playing a reggae bass and immediately they play something really good and we jam together. It’s way better than what I could come up with, so creatively it’s way more fun." Having started out his career on the streets, Dub FX
appreciates how it has helped him develop. "The whole reason I began street performing was to get some money. I could make £1500 just in a couple of hours on the street from selling my CDs for a tenner each. On a Sunday in Piccadilly Circus or Market Street you can pump them out really easy." Dub FX enjoys the challenges that street performing brings. "What I love about street is that in the old days when no one knew who I was, it was a challenge to stop people and make their jaws drop, but it was really good to see the look on their faces when you did. I do kind of miss that, but now I have fans who know my lyrics and sing them back to me which is a lot easier to please, compared to back in the day when I was kept on my toes by strangers that I was trying to impress. I haven’t done a street show in a while, maybe I should give it a go soon." Having just dropped collaboration with Chali 2na, Dub FX is still a busy man and it doesn’t stop there. He will be starting his European tour in the summer and hopes to get an album out by December. Design: Wil Oxford
The whole reason I began street performing was to get some money. I could make £1500 just in a couple of hours on the street from selling my CDs for a tenner each
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AFC BOURNEMOUTH:
SEASON REVIEW
History has been made. Matt Joy reminds us all exactly what’s happened at AFC Bournemouth during this truly outstanding season of football on the south coast
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f you told any lifelong Bournemouth supporter back in August that the Cherries would be fighting down to the wire for a place in the promised land of the Premiership, they’d of probably turned round and laughed right in your face. Ask any football fan, did they expect Bournemouth to be right at the top of the business end of the table? Absolutely not. Credit where it is due to Eddie Howe’s men, they’ve been simply unstoppable this season. The wins have been coming in thick and fast, but not only this, the style of play that’s been on display down at Dean Court has been an absolute joy to watch for loyal supporters and neutrals alike. Tight, neat passing triangles in the midfield have been a theme throughout the year, with the side replicating some of the best teams in the country. The defensive work-rate has been incredibly impressive throughout the year. The sheer enthusiasm, energy and desire to win the ball back as far up the pitch as possible, and as soon as possible, has been vital for the success of the side. As soon as any side gets the ball, they’re
instantaneously hunted down by the Bournemouth back line and harried, being given no space to work the ball and creating a big number of opportunities to penetrate the defence. One thing that has been more pleasing than anything for the supporters has been the success the club has enjoyed in the offensive areas. The forwards have been on fire from the first kick off to where we find ourselves now. They’ve simply blown opponents out of the water with their attacking prowess. Harry Arter has been a catalyst for a lot of forward moves, managing to distribute the ball fantastically to Marc Pugh and Matt Ritchie. Those two have displayed consistency out on the wings and their skill, pace and delivery has been second to none, feeding the players in front of them. Up top, much was said of the departure of last year’s star man Lewis Grabban to current promotion rivals Norwich City. However, the signing of young Callum Wilson has proved a real coup for the side and Wilson has thanked Howe for the faith in his ability to make the step up from League One. Wilson was a talent in
League One in the 2013-14 season but some eyebrows were raised as to whether he could indeed make the step up and fill the Lewis Grabban sized whole in the front line. However, the way the 23 year old has combined with the midfield and other players up front, most notably Yann Kermogant, has been nothing short of brilliant. Yann has indeed been the man this year, or at least one of the men, as he’s provided a different sort of threat than Wilson. The big man works well with the pace and strength of Wilson, each complimenting one another. That’s been another reason behind Bournemouth’s success. With the season drawing to a close, it has been the best in the long and occasionally turbulent history of the Cherries. They’ve made a lot of friends and admirers with the style in which they’ve gone about their play this year. If and when they go up, can they consolidate in the top flight? That’s a question for another day. However, given that no one would have predicted they could get this high, you wouldn’t write it off.
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PLAYERS OF THE SEASON I don’t think it is possible to simply award one player as the Bournemouth player of the year. The team have worked too well as a unit. Instead, there’s shortlist of three players who could fill that spot as the player of the year
A: Callum Wilson
B: Matt Ritchie
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22 goals and counting this year. Wilson is the top scorer of the top of the table side; you cannot look past him for one of the most vital cogs in the Bournemouth machine. The combination of good footwork, pace and confidence to beat a man, strength to help hold up the ball and play in other players as well as the skill to finish moves off, have all been demonstrated in abundance from Wilson. The way in which he has come into the side and adapted to the Championship flawlessly shouldn’t be forgotten either. Wilson has been an absolute revelation this year, and as far as Cherries supporters will be concerned, long may that continue.
Ritchie has been a man that I’ve personally loved watching this year and has the attributes that I think all good wingers need to be a success. He has been fearless going forward, taking players out of a game with his skilful footwork and lightning pace. Often the one thing that restricts certain wingers from being seen as game changers is the lack of an end product. Skill speed and confidence can be overlooked without the assists being notched up. 27 goals so far (16 assists and 11 goals) have had a direct influence from Ritchie, and that’s only the tip of the iceberg as far as Ritchie’s influence has been concerned. A massive player, and a massive talent.
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While any of the starting 11 could have realistically found a way into this top 3, I’ve gone with Harry Arter. The versatility that he provides in the centre of a park provides the structure needed for any good side to blossom both defensively and in an attacking sense. Tough tackling and the ability to break up play is a clear asset that shows what a good centre midfielder he is. Arter demonstrates this ability every time he crosses that white line. But it isn’t just the ability to stifle his opponents that makes Arter such a valued member of the squad. The ability to ping a long ball accurately forward or confidently and fluently putting together close passing triangles with his fellow midfielders has been seen throughout this year. Arter has been a vital member of the squad.
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AIMS FOR THE FUTURE
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ell, one thing is for certain and that is Bournemouth are a club going through a massive transition and a hugely positive one at that. One thing that will be pivotal is whether the club do indeed reach the Premier League. Financially the club are in somewhat of a rosy situation at the moment and are a far cry away from the situation that nearly saw the club cease to exist a few years back. If they do go up, they’ll need to improve the facilities that the club has, first and foremost the stadium. Obviously there is no point doubling the capacity if they go up for a singular season. But plans need to be in place to increase the size of the stadium because success on the pitch will
breed increased support for the club and a higher magnitude of people wanting to attend games and watch some of the potentially world’s best players next year at Dean Court. Wise investment in playing staff is also key for the club to continue growing in the future. One signing I think has proved the knowledge of the manager and his staff is the acquisition of Kenwyne Jones. He may not have come in and immediately gone into the starting XI but what he provides is another option. When the club needs to hold onto results like they undoubtedly have needed to throughout the year, the ability to put on a player like Jones from the bench who can protect the ball and help run Words Matt Joy
down the clock has been vital in picking up maximum points in some of the tighter clashes that the club have been involved in since the big man’s arrival. Players like Jones who may not be a glamour signing, but help in the strength of the club, shows the intelligence of the management staff at Dean Court which no doubt they’ll look to replicate further in the upcoming transfer window, no matter which division they will be plying their trade in next year. The future certainly looks fantastic for the Dorset outfit and AFC Bournemouth are a side that will be in the limelight more and more in upcoming seasons.
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SUMMER
OF SPORT Words Jason Lewis
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Summer always conjures up exciting sporting moments and this year is no different. Jason Lewis tells us exactly what we should look out for
TENNIS There is only one place to start with the sporting summer and that is on the lawns of SW19. Strawberries and cream, a glass of Pimms and the world’s best tennis players battling it out is a hallmark in the sporting calendar. The extra week gap between the French Open and the Wimbledon Championship should give players more time to adapt to the grass courts, with an all-star cast including Andy Murray, Rafael Nadal, Marin Cilic and defending champion Grigor Dimitrov set to play in the warm up event at Queens Club in mid-June. Attention at the French Open will focus on whether Novak Djockovic can complete a career
Grand Slam or will it be a tenth title at Roland Garros for the King of Clay? Whilst at Wimbledon the anticipated Murray-mania will rear its head again as the 2013 champion looks to improve on his quarter-final defence from last year. The tennis festivities close out the summer months at Flushing Meadows and the US Open. Last year’s event saw the rise of the underdogs, as Cilic and Kei Nishikori met in the final with the former winning in straight sets. Time is running out for Roger Federer to add to his 17 Grand Slam titles.
DATES FOR THE DIARY French Open May 24-June 7 Queens June 15- 21 Wimbledon June 29-July 12 US Open August 31-Septem be
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TOUR DE FRANCE There will be no repeat to last year’s magnificent scenes of the peloton riding through the Yorkshire Dales, although the Tour de Yorkshire takes place in early May, but the 103rd installment of the Tour de Force is set to be as exciting as ever. The route of the race changes every year and event organisers have provided us with a dicey course this time round, with just 14km of time trial. Cobble stages, small village finishes, and to delight the climbers, like Alberto Contador, plenty of mountain climbs all feature. The 2013 Tour winner, Chris Froome is hoping to bounce back after crashing out of NERVE | 58
last year’s tour in the early stages. Froome’s Team Sky support crew are yet to be confirmed, but expect to see them leading the peloton for large periods of the tour. Froome previously suggested his focus would be on the Giro d’Italia and Vuelta a España this year, however he announced in December that his main aim this year is the Tour. Vincenzo Nibali won the general classification last time out, but he will face a tough test if he is going to make it back-to-back successes.
DATES FOR THE DIARY Giro d’Italia May 9-31 Tour de France July 4-26 Vuelta a España August 22-September 13
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THE ASHES DATES FOR THE DIARY New Zealand Test Ma tches May 21-June 2 Ashes Test matches July 8-August 24
English cricket is at a crossroads and racing towards them in the rear view mirror at a rate of knots is an Australian side that are full of confidence after powering their way to One Day World Cup success. If there was not enough to wet the appetite for the 69th Ashes series, the prospect of a return for the outlawed Kevin Pietersen provides added spice. After being truly embarrassed in Australia in the last series, Alastair Cook will want to put things right this time. Under the
DATES FOR THE DIARY PGA Championship August 13-16 Following the victory at Augusta for Jordan Speith, the golfing world turns its attention to the US Open in late June. Martin Kaymer comes into the event as the defending champion, but with Rory McIlroy wanting to add to his four majors and Tiger Woods showing signs of his former self at the Masters it has the prospects of a great tournament at Chambers Bay, Washington. Then it is onto the home of golf as players compete for the Claret Jug and all the glory that comes with it. McIlory was faultless
DATES FOR THE DIARY Opening Game September 18 Quarter-finals October 17-18 Semi-finals October 24-25 Final October 31
stewardship of Michael Clarke, Australia has risen from the depths of despair to world beaters once more, and will be hoping to win the Ashes away from home for the first time since 2001. Following their tour of the Caribbean, England host New Zealand in two Test matches, five One Day Internationals and a single 20/20 meeting, before the visit of the old enemy in early July. The five Ashes Tests take place at SWALEC Stadium, Lord’s, Edgbaston, Trent Bridge and the Oval. After the main event the teams will face off in a further five ODI’s and a 20/20 clash.
US Open June 18-21 The Open July 16-19
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throughout the 72 holes last year and you would not look past him to repeat that feat at the Old Course north of the border. The majors of course conclude with the PGA Championship in August and Whistling Straits lay in wake for the world’s best golfers. It is another major for McIlroy to defend and what a year he would have if he could repeat his two major successes of 2014. Do not look past Speith to compete across the majors after his Masters success and the usual names of Mickelson and co will always be there or there about.
RUGBY WORLD CUP The standout event of the 2015 sporting year takes place on British soil in September and October as the Rugby Union World Cup takes place. The dramatic finish to this year’s Six Nations Championship has set off the excitement around the country as the toughest hitters in the sport travel from around the world in a bid to claim the Webb Ellis trophy. Defending champions New Zealand are the clear favourites after dominating international rugby since the last world cup, losing just twice in the time
since that championship. One of those defeats came famously to England at Twickenham in 2012. The hosts will look to build on strong performances on home turf in recent years and this could very well play a part in their campaign, with the schedule set up for all their games up to the final, other than their group clash with Uruguay, to be played at Twickenham. Ireland and Wales will also hope to provide a charge from the Northern Hemisphere sides and you can be sure that both Australia and South Africa will play a big part in the championship. NERVE | 59
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5 Mr Holmes
Nowadays, we’re more used to seeing young performers inhabit the role of Sherlock Holmes, whether it’s Robert Downey Jr or Britain’s very own Benedict Cumberbatch. However, the sleuth is set to go grey on 19th June with the release of Mr Holmes, starring Ian McKellen. McKellen plays a retired Holmes, who finds himself haunted by an old, unsolved case. It promises to be a little slower than the more hyperactive modern Holmes stories, but McKellen is one of Britain’s greatest living actors and there’s a very original story to be told here.
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Magic Mike XXL
Focusing on a troupe of elite male strippers led by Channing Tatum, Magic Mike was a crotch-bulging hit in 2012. The film’s long-awaited sequel will be released on 31st July and is set to bring its oily six-packs and chiselled abs along for the ride. Early trailers for the film don’t really show much in the way of plot. But, then again, no one is buying a ticket for this in the hope of experiencing a profound Shakespearean tragedy. However, what plot there is follows the
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gang as they travel for a stripping convention. A stripping convention? Now that’s how you set up a finale to match the sizzling summer heat.
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Bill
The sextet of comedy performers behind the BBC’s terrific sketch comedy Horrible Histories are back together again on 21st August – this time for a big screen comedy about Shakespeare’s "lost years". The film follows Shakespeare as he travels from Stratford-upon-Avon to London, rubbing shoulders with various historical figures along the way. Unlike the Horrible Histories series, the film is entirely fictional, but it should retain the anarchic spirit that made the television show such fun. If nothing else, it will be nice to see a live action comedy on the big screen that doesn’t feature Kevin Hart. That’s a rare treat these days.
2 Southpaw
Few would argue with the idea that Jake Gyllenhaal is an actor who deserves an Oscar. His hefty role in boxing drama Southpaw – released on 31st July – could be his pass to the red carpet. Gyllenhaal plays a boxer, convinced to retire by his wife. When she is murdered, he must return to the ring in order to get
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his life back on track. It’s a hell of a role for Gyllenhaal and he certainly looks to have undergone a physical transformation to fill the role. A similar role won gongs for Robert De Niro in Raging Bull, so Gyllenhaal will be hoping that the formula holds true.
1 Rosewater
Darkly satirical and, at times, difficult to watch, Rosewater is the debut film from Jon Stewart. The mostly true story follows a journalist, who was imprisoned and tortured after giving a satirical interview in Iran, regarding the country’s 2009 election. After premiering at the London Film Festival last year, Rosewater hits UK cinemas on 8th May. Stewart’s renowned hard-edged political humour is present in the film, which is solidly acted and directed with a pleasant, artful simplicity. Sometimes you don’t quite know why you’re laughing, but you’re really glad that you are.
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