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Roger Noble broadcaster of 30 years experience in radio brings you BuzzTalk - Entertainment from Singer/songwriters to Comedian, ventriloquist, actor, writer, presenter, musician.
Join Talla Gittins as she shares how Beginners on Stage was borne from her 2 most heartfelt passions.
Plus, how she’s grown her business from one group of year 6 children to having a thriving company of children and young adults, ranging from 3 to 18 years in age.
Hear Talla share how her pupils are accepted for who they are from the moment they arrive and are given full permission to ‘just be themselves’ without judgement, because at Beginners on Stage, everyone is welcome!
Experience a Christmas Story with the kids/students from YEM Theatre School.
The students wrote the play, provided the voices, and provided the sound effects.
Enjoy the magical story with twists and turns, and the YEM theatre school wishes you a Merry Christmas.
Recorded at the YEM Theatre School and edited by Roger Noble, more details on the YEM Theatre School at their Facebook page.
Together, we enjoy films we might not have seen in places we may not have been.
They organise free cinema events in unique locations throughout the Borough of Rushmoor, bringing our varied communities together to celebrate different cultures and diverse lifestyles.
From horror movies in spooky woodland or a war time classic at a military museum, Anywhere Film Festival has it all!
more details on there website anywherefilm.org
The team of Kim and Lucy is delighted to have these two girls join us on this podcast. The girls are always full of excitement and eager to share their knowledge with their students.
The girls are very excited to have the Christmas variety show in February next year 2022, so what can we expect from that, they let us know.
One of them is planning a Christmas themed wedding, for real, find out more here.
https://www.facebook.com/theyemtheatreschool/
https://yemtheatreschool.com/
We caught up with James, in Fleet and what a gentlemen and great laugh, and his love of the 80s and what it was like being a big kid.
Comedian, writer and actor James Alderson is a familiar face at comedy clubs throughout the UK, performing regularly for large comedy chains and independent clubs around the country, as well as a variety of universities, charities, sports dinners, military shows and corporate events. James has also performed around the world in various venues including most recently New York, Switzerland, Cyprus, Turkey, Ibiza, Crete and Egypt.
James writes regular magazine and newspaper columns and is also an experienced comic actor, having been seen on-screen in many TV adverts, and most recently starring in Sky's "Scared of Santa", and in Channel 4's prank show called "Eye Spy"!
More about him - http://www.jamesalderson.net/
First time back since our launch in Feb 2020 at the very special Meade Hall and my what a lovely night of merry making it was too.
Headliner, Addy van der burgh had us all in stitches with his views on the world, whilst Don Biswas and Darren Walsh, travelled down from the ‘Big smoke’ to bring us their unique blend of funny moments and madness.
Settle down with a cuppa, have a listen and discover the men behind the mics and what makes them tic.
It’s good to laugh.
Enjoy.
Comedy and Curry with the legend that is BOBBY DAVRO and friends who came to The Gurkha Inn in Fleet to entertain everyone.
Full house, full tummies and a real chance to get our chuckle muscles going.
Andy Stedman, MC’d magnificently, James Alderson opened the proceedings and Bobby Davro bought the house down with his magically ways and all the mayhem that he brings.
Always a laugh a minute with this crew and a good listen for sure.
Fancy a laugh? With Bobby Davro at the helm, it’s a given.
Redz Performing Academy was set up in 2004 by Neil Braybrooke-Tidy to give Young People the opportunity to learn performing techniques, different dance styles and to be given chances to perform. As well as eager Young People wanting to perform, Redz also helps those with other issues like Shyness and learning difficulties.
Redz Performing Academy treats all of it young performers the same, it doesn’t matter what back ground the performers come from as soon as the young performers join Redz Performing academy they start to follow a strict, but fair policy of wearing the Redz uniform and following the rules set out by the various Redz policies.
Beware Neil used to present along with Jack, so beware of terrible jokes, and loudness.
https://redzpa.co.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/Redzpa
Join us this fun and possibly in stiches with two of the comedians who were here to entertain us at another Funny Bones Comedy Night, set in the beautiful location of the Foresters in Church Crookham.
Roger struck of a great bond with Bristol lass Cerys Nelmes, talking a bit funny to start with, we soon got the idea on what they were both saying. How does Cerys keep herself amused is the question, she works for the NHS in the day, but loves her comedy and we loved her too on the night and on this podcast.
Second Comedian was Spanish born Ignacio Lopez (stage name Comedy Lopez) even his mother uses his stage name when she wants to get hold of him. He tells us about his love of comedy and shares some fantastic stories.
You will enjoy this podcast, give us a listen.
The Last time the team we met Melisa Rose was on a virtual chat and the laughs between her and Roger were flowing and this one is the same this time recorded outside The Bear in Camberley.
Melisa tells what she's been up to studying music at Bournemouth Uni, this local girl tells us how she has teamed up with her friend Barnaby Baker to teach her love of the guitar to kids, and how she guides them through each step of the way.
We also managed to persuade her to sing something for us it's a cover of a Fleetwood Mac song, tap into her socials and have a listen to this podcast.
More details on the guitar lessons here - https://barnabybaker.co.uk/
Ross Harvie & Donna speak to us about this 17-day Festival from Fri 25th June to Sunday 11th July this wonderful festival is this celebrating 10 Years, they are delighted to present a safe and Covid-secure programme of theatre, music, dance, circus, story-telling and workshops where you can experience art in unusual places in these unusual times.
And Pictures in the Park is back!
Plus so much more! Make sure you follow them on social media for the latest updates:
Facebook: @basingstokefestival
Twitter: @bstokefestival
Instagram: @bstokefestival
Be sure to check it out regularly as there’s new activity being added all the time!
Melissa joins us in conversation on this podcast, to talk about her career in music, which started at a very early age of playing gigs at the Cabin in Camberley, she remembers the songs of Amy Winehouse and Vance Joy, that she enjoyed covering.
Currently studying music in Bournemouth and the techy side of music, she loves performing, and how her family and friends have been so supported.
We talk about gigs and the music she’s creating now, and hear the single ‘How It Goes’
Scott has been entertaining the nation both on the Radio with his daily Radio 1 show and more recently his new 5 Live show on a Saturday too, and also covers shows on Radio 2, as we find out in the podcast.
Roger’s known Scott a good few years now, and they share the love of Eurovision, recently held in the Netherlands, or as Scott will tell you Uxbridge, for him who’s been the face and voice of the Eurovision semi-finals for the past 10 years, he explains the geekiness behind it all.
Who would know Scott’s love for his brand-new puppy called ‘Teddy’ and decided to team up with Steve Mann to record a series of podcasts called Pupdates
Have a listen and I’m sure you're going enjoy the conversation.
At last, a chance to get out and have a laugh as we bring back some actual ‘live’ comedy. Gosh what a journey we’ve all been on.
First outing back since January 2020, at the award winning and funky, Cabin bar in Camberley, Join us as we all finally get together and chat about having ‘live laughter’ back in our worlds.
The comedians, share their thoughts and feelings about being back on stage doing what they do best and the audience too as they share their feelings about being out again.
Jonny Awsum, he of BGT fame amongst other TV appearances headlined, whilst Michael Fabbri opened the show.
What a treat and definitely worth a listen, it's fun, it’s funny and it’ll make you smile too.
Enjoy. www.funnybonescomedy.com
Kim and Lucy join Roger and Bev in conversation about the YEM Theatre School, how did the name come about?
They offer training in dance, drama and musical theatre for fun and/or towards professional full-time training.
Part-time theatre school for children and young people, with opportunities to take exams, perform in shows and go on to train professionally.
How did Kim and Lucy end up working there and then owning it, plus what's the one tune that sums up the school.
More about the School at their website
http://www.yemtheatreschool.co.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/theyemtheatreschool
Roger chats to this young talented musician Laura Loh, she studied music production at The Sixth Form College Farnborough.
Laura’s musical style is pop with country, folk and jazz influences.
Musical influences include Bon Iver, Taylor Swift, Sara Bareilles, Dido and Fleetwood Mac, which you hear on the podcast
Being from a musical family (piano teachers, opera singers, musicians and choir leaders…), Laura was introduced to music at an early age. She received classical training as a singer, pianist and violinist. She also sang and played piano in a jazz group.
It was a lovely chat with Laura, and very interesting to see how this musician will progress as time goes on
More details - https://www.lauraloh.com
Facebook - @lauralohmusic
Insta - https://www.instagram.com/lauralohmusic/
Join Roger & Beverley talking to Sasha Risner, who’s a casting producer, and currently is looking for you lovely lot for the successful ‘Come Dine with Me’ on Channel 4 Television.
Sasha been involved in the show a number of years now, and this year steps up and is looking for you, what makes a great contestant, what are they looking for in you perhaps, what’s the success of the show, how long does an episode take to film, secrets are revealed on this podcast.
Get your skates on if you’re interested in appearing as filming starts in June, click on the link to fill out your entry form https://bit.ly/cdwm2021
Good Luck Everyone
Singer Songwriter and Director of Voxskool Ltd and Voxskool Community Music is medicine, Victoria BB, joins us for a catch up.
Theres lots of exciting things in the pipeline, not least of which is a new collaboration/incentive which sees Victoria supporting those people who are struggling with isolation and long Covid issues through the power of song.
Music is medicine and you get such a sense of that when Victoria BB speaks, you can just feel the passion and enthusiasm that oozes from her very soul. A podcast not to be missed. you’ll be inspired to join her at one of her choir evenings.
Theres a place for everyone.
https://www.facebook.com/victoria.beebee.5
How to make magic happen through the joys of a zoom? How does that translate into a stage show?
Tom Brace joins us on this fun podcast, he shares with us how he combines the traditional elements of magic with all things fun and funny.
It’s fast paced and fun and at the end of it, you’ll be rushing off to follow him on his social media pages and buying tickets to his shows, which are running throughout the summer.
https://www.tombracemagic.com/
We find out how this young man has progressed through the years of being on his own and creating his band, through the 3 years he spent at BIMM in Bristol, to where he is now, and how the band gel together, and what are their strengths are as a group.
Where is the Chay Snowdon Band now with their music, and we hear his musical tastes are and his latest single 'Loud Shirts' taken from the latest debut album Are You Sitting Comfortably? (Then We'll Begin) and how's he's gained national play on various radio stations.
https://chaysnowdon.co.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/chaysnowdonmusic
https://www.instagram.com/chaysnowdon/
We worth a listen, go on have a listen.
A lovely chat with this young lady described as a Rock Chick but does like Geri Halliwell and the Spice Girls, more of a fan of Slash of Guns’N’Roses tho.
She tells us about what Rock Music brings to her, talks about some of the artists she plays and what she loves about them including Guns’N’Roses and AC/DC, she tells us about the experience of one of her first concerts was like at the age of 15, and talks about her friends love of Rock Music,
Roger and Bev, don’t Kinda understand the Rock Music thing, so what is it for Amy, it’s the lyrics and solo’s it’s the whole thing around it.
What does she miss about not going to gigs?
Ghost (the rock band) the love of them, the t-shirts and concerts.
You can hear Amy every Saturday with the Rock Show at www.harboursideradio.com
Jack Mason joins us for a conversation he comes from a musical family, this young lad talks about the love of music and his love of the 80s music and movies.
He was bullied as he was growing up and tells us what he's trying to achieve, and how it's all going.
What was it like appearing in front of all four judges on the X factor and doing well, and getting to the judge's houses?
What the songs that make it tick for Jack and some of the quotes he lives by, find out if you click here.
https://twitter.com/ofc_jackmason
https://www.facebook.com/JackLukeMasonAppreciationPage
Eloise has always been in music and studied music from a very young age, and with the love and support of her parents, she plays a few instruments, joined the school choir, and is learning instruments more and more every day.
She went to Farnborough 6th form and learned a lot from that, she had a lot of support from her friends.
She reveals her love of country music, and what’s one of the guilty songs she loves.
What were the Brits like when she was there?
What’s it like being an inspiring artist during Covid Lockdown, what is it like doing things virtually
You’re be able to hear her song ‘Way Again’ too.
http://www.eloisekate.com/
https://www.facebook.com/eloisekatemusic/
Join the conversation with Bev and Roger with Rozzy, how did she cope with lockdown and the thought of no gigs, she’s been working on her You Tube channel, Video editing and generally been keeping busy.
She can’t wait to perform, and misses the buzz of performing.
From a musical family, including the grandparents, her parents realised she could sing from an early age. She went to the ACM in Guildford, in later years.
What does singing bring to Rozzy, she loves it, she tells us, what was the Voice like on the telly, she offers some advice, and the stuff you want to hear. What is Will.i.am like? She reveals some very kind words.
Rozzy is also Business Owner of Made my night - Fed up of average bands and cheesy DJs? If you’re looking for something a bit different for your party, you’ve come to the right place!
Made My Night is a team of professional singers and live DJ's who provide all the entertainment you could ever want – and we guarantee your party guests will have the time of their lives.
More details on Rozzy here.
https://www.facebook.com/rozzy.turner
https://www.facebook.com/mademynightuk
https://www.mademynight.co.uk/
he Conversation was flowing between Laura & Brian and us for this fab insight into the band, and how the two of them got together, through the wonderful journey of the sea, via cruise ships
Cool and contemporary, Coyote are a high energy party band capable of delivering exceptional covers of both modern and classic tracks that will ensure your event is an unprecedented success.
We mention the acoustic keepsakes, what are they all about?
How the love of the 80s music came about for the band?
How do you keep and band going through a pandemic Laura and Brian are here to explain, we hear from Bryan singing 'I Got You' a song he wrote for Laura and wonderful cover of the Monkees classic hit 'I'm a believer'
https://www.facebook.com/coyotepartyband
https://twitter.com/Coyotepartyband
https://www.instagram.com/coyotepartyband
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4e13uGJKGtVVIkJTymQFZw
https://coyotepartyband.com/
Anthony A was born in Basingstoke and brought up in Tadley. From the age of 10, he started exploring his taste in music and that was mainly Tina Turner.
Then I discovered Bonnie Tyler and wow it was like Tina became second. I am a massive fan of Bonnie Tyler.
I’ve never performed in front of anyone famous but I’d love to do a duet with Bonnie Tyler. I have performed at a few holiday parks in the past. I’ve always loved entertaining people it’s something that’s always been there since I was little.
When I’m out on the stage I get a warm fuzzy feeling, it feels amazing. I aim to be the best singer I can be. I don’t wish to be famous or anything like that I just love performing.
I have a brand new album which is out called ‘Long Way Home’. The album is a roller coaster because I take you on a journey of a bad break up to happiness. The songs I have selected are amazing at getting my story across. I feel each song continues the story and when you get to the last song you be wanting more of the story.
I can’t wait to get back on the road and perform these songs. I love being on stage sharing so much emotion with the audience it is amazing. We feature in this podcast a great song that Anthony recorded a few years ago ‘Everything Will Be Alright’ available on the usual streaming sites.
https://www.facebook.com/realanthonya
https://www.anthonya.co.uk/
'Mock The Week', Mr Mark Simmons, who popped in for a chat and brightened our day with his quick wit and cheeky banter.
We find out that first experience on stage in Crouch End, Conversation about the Edinburgh Festival and the pitfuls of playing Bev's new game the Mad Minute, with some interesting answers.
During the filming and recording of this builders, noises may be heard, and shouldn't put you off from listening to this delight of a podcast.
Check out Mark's podcast 'Jokes With Mark' and on Twitter '@JokesWithMark'
Jim runs a very successful radio station that promotes new artists, new music, the station offers music plugging as well, to get your music your producing, and to be heard, by Community, Commercial, and BBC Radio.
How many times have we sent songs, hoping that our favourite radio stations/presenter would hopefully play them? How many times have we sent a YouTube or Soundcloud Link? Wrong
Jim's job is to get them played for you as an artist plugger, where he knows the people and has built up a relationship with the station/producers/presenters.
How do you get a song on Radio 1, Radio X, Amazing Radio etc, Jim offers some tips on this open conversation with Roger, he tells us about his 40 second rule, listen to find out more?
More information - https://www.thesoundlabuk.co.uk/or email Jim@soundlabuk.co.uk
This incredibly talented young singer, Emma Kelly from Windlesham's took a lot of influence from Lily Allen and enjoyed the music that Mum and Dad were listening too, back in the day.
Join us on this podcast, with Emma talking to us about her first time in the studio, what was it like, she remembers her first gigs.
Emma Kelly makes bold powerful pop music that balances precariously on the verge of euphoria, sorrow and empowerment.
It’s a great insight into this remarkable young lady, who gives the impression of the likes of Ava Max and Dua Lipa of the current pop scene, according to Roger.
Listen to the fantastic interview and wishing her every success in 2021.
https://www.facebook.com/EmmaKellyofficial
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They pride their selves on having fun with music, and extending happiness to as many people as they can. Challenging themselves to sing for good causes, and for good reasons and the most important one is to share as much joy of singing as they can. Whether it is in the Roundhouse, or at a hospice, or a pub or a concert hall - we try to share our enthusiasm for singing and they try to use song as the strongest possible 'happiness sharer' that they can.
And if you would like to sing- then please come and join us. It's good for your head, your body, your families and friends- it's good for you as a whole. Singing with them will give you so much enjoyment.
Find out how they found themselves on the Chris Evans Breakfast Show on Radio 2, how did that come about, plus more about this man’s musical talents after turning his back on teaching.
It’s a great story.
Great Conversation with David and the team.
https://www.facebook.com/shuffletunes/
http://www.shuffletunes.co.uk/
At the Age of 8 this man knew in his mine what he wanted to do, Sing and play the piano, and entertain, and it shows, Henry Fricker a confident young man, who’s confidence is second to none.
Enjoy the conversation we had with Henry, to what he wants to achieve, he takes inspiration from musical influences shape his writing, recording and performance. Alicia Keys, Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson lend song structure and sentiments to his writing style, while Whitney Houston, Prince and Adele fill him with the confidence to croon, belt and pour his heart into his performance.
Burst with energy, tells us right from the love of the piano, at a very young age, to performing in front of his mates at Farnborough College, to where he is now.
His vision is to connect people with universal love through the power of his music by combining his passion for emotive RnB/Soul with spirit-lifting Pop.
He tells us the meaning behind the song he wrote with Joe The Joseph ‘Shelter’ have a listen its very much sums up the year, or what some of us are going through right now.
We all enjoyed Henry’s interview at Willows Coffee House, I hope you do too. Give us a listen.
Henry’s socials
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.henryfricker.com
YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/frickerhenry
INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/henryfricker
TWITTER: www.twitter.com/henryfricker
FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/henryfricker
Elena Ramona in conversation with Roger, what were her musical influences when she was growing up, what’s her favourite Christmas tune, and how she writes songs, and so much more to listen too.
Elena is a pop artist and songwriter, currently based in South London. She has performed at festivals as diverse as Always, The Sun and London Pride, while gaining airplay on radio and TV shows from BBC Introducing to ITV’s This Morning and attracting praise from the national and international music press.
She also studied for a BA (Hons) In Vocal performance at the Academy of Contemporary Music (ACM), and constantly strives to spread empowering and positive messages through an eclectic and expanding catalogue of lovingly crafted songs.
Please follower her on the following Facebook , Instagram, iTunes and Spotify
Peter Gordon (PG) 25 Years at the Eagle Radio, Breakfast Show Presenter, now the newly created ‘The Peter Gordon Pod’
The station launched with PG at the helm and the station began with the words “Hey I’ve Landed” a tribute to Neil Armstrong, and the first song played “Billy Joel – Uptown Girl”
He remembers the days off his first ever broadcast on the air, and feeling very nervous, he has fond members of his time at the Eagle with loyal listeners and staff and what UKRD Group achieved.
What was he like as a teenager, and what where the two artists, that were played on cassette tapes, non-stop as he began to learn his craft? You’re find out here.
We talk about the ‘The Peter Gordon Pod’ with him and Bev, and Matt, that supports many charitable organisations, and the many unsung heroes across the region.
Grab yourself a coffee, sit back and have a listen.
One to One Conversation chat with this lovely lady, we talk about her career, what did she want to do when she was at school, and to where we are now.
This glamourous lady looks stunning as a model, and what confidence has helped her through.
She always up for a laugh, so throwing into an interview, we get to know more about Zara and hopeful she will be back as one of our new presenter, so give us a listen to find out more.
In Conversation with Roger, our Rusty, Lucky, Richey, Chas and Ted, the band call themselves the TR5’s, they popped in for a session at the Rainbow Café, Camberley recently.
Voice, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, double bass and drums.
Maximum skiffle & roll from the dancehall days, makes up the sound of the band, if it doesn’t get you up for a jive or just get, you're foot tapping, something must be wrong.
Our chat covers, how it all started in Jan 2020, and how they managed to keep it going thru this difficult year for the music industry, thru to some of the music that influences them as a band.
Ted and Lucky, discuss how Lucky the female vocalist, has a certain number of head pieces she has, to the good-looking suites they have and the general appearance of the band.
If you like to know more on the band visit their website & instagram
https://www.lemonrock.com/tr5s
https://www.instagram.com/thetr5s/
Alternately speak to Jenny@smjmediagroup.uk
Times are tough for Musicians even the best are finding it tough to find venues. Ben and Tixi have made albums and are held in high regard in the music world as creators, lyricists and Artists on all levels. Together with Gareth, a superb percussionist we talk about Art, Music and Bacchus a Late Night Bar having to completely re-style as 5-10pm instead of the usual 3am close.
Can Ben Tixi and Gareth turn around the fortunes of this struggling Cellar Art Bar in Kingston. Go take a look at BACCHUS LATE BAR and their GIG GUIDE and pop in if you appreciate quality live music JAZZ STEAMPUNK RAP, ELECTRO SWING and much much more.
Errol has open and honest chat with Roger, who claims to be a bit of Soul Man himself, or is because he had to play the music whilst working on Birmingham Radio Station.
Errol tells us his love of Stevie Wonder, and what he likes now.
Established in February 2015, I Got Soul was started at the Licked Bar Farnham by Errol Brown as a monthly last Saturday of the month over 30’s Soul event.
Going forward, I Got Soul is now resident at the Apres Night Club, Coppid Beech Hotel, Bracknell where we have our third Friday of the month residency. I Got Soul have booked the finest U.S & U.K Artists & DJ celebrities to perform such as Jean Carn, Omar, Jazzie B, So Solid Crew, Luck & Neat, Spoony, David Rodigan, Trevor Nelson & Norman Jay to name a few.
More details - https://igotsoulevents.com/
Drop like it’s HOT!!
Tania has many years of performing under her belt, she’s an actress, known for Ispolin and Harvest of the Dead: Halloween Night, plus here appearance on stage and also meeting HM Queen, what was that like, she explains more to us.
We break into song bursts every so often whilst talking her vase career and the people she’s worked with too.
Highlights Singing in Brothers Beyond, Playing Snow Queen, Mother in Midsomer Murders Death and the Divas, Mother Christmas at Lapland UK/Marwell Zoo
Fascinating insight, more details then, have a listen.
Links to find out more.
https://www.facebook.com/taniawhatleypresenter/
https://www.spotlight.com/interactive/cv/7816-6757-3138
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8551445/bio?ref_=nm_ov_bio_sm
DJ BONGO GETS YOU BOUNCING
Gareth has been hitting things for a long long time…since he was knee-high to a cymbal stand in fact. Having spent over 20 years playing hand drums beside the good and the great in DJ land he found his home within the strange misunderstood realms of the Steam Punks..
They accepted him and his interesting facial hair into their midst and enjoyed the Electro Swing immensely….
DJ Bongo was born… after a few House parties, some other engagements and a charity or three he is HERE
Mark Felgate - Comedian, ventriloquist, actor, writer, presenter, musician.
His startling abilities as a ventriloquist combined with a wicked sense of humour have helped Mark move quickly up the ladder of stand-up comedy. Although he first honed his skills as a ventriloquist performing at children's parties from the age of 12.
We talk how it all started for this man, his comedy heroes, does he remember that first time he went on stage, what was it like, the ups and downs of the comedy circuit, Mark discusses with Roger in this open and frank chat.
Grab a coffee, and enjoy this one.
Facebook:- https://www.facebook.com/felgatemark
Twitter:- @MarkFelgate