It’s been a rough seven years for Durham County Cricket Club, but promotion is a richly deserved reward — The last few years have been rough going for Durham CCC. Relegation from Division One of the County Championship in 2016 was a blow to Britain’s most recent county to turn first class, and it came with hefty repercussions. Relegation was a punishment for financial irregularities, and in exchange of…

The era-defining album from the Sheffield boys put Arctic Monkeys on a trajectory to true global success — Arctic Monkeys have written themselves into world music folklore. For over 20 years, their music has been a commentary of life, from the rough and tumble of nights out in Sheffield to taking a deeper philosophical look at the world. A decade ago, in September 2013, Arctic Monkeys unleashed ‘AM’…

Newly promoted Rugby taught valuable lessons from slick Steelmen — A summery Tuesday night in August, and a visit to Butlin Road- home of my local Northern Premier Central League side Rugby Town. …

The South Wales reggae metal band are a joy to listen to- and they are back with flare and style in abundance — The summer might have been disappointing so far in terms of weather, but everyone’s favourite welsh reggae stars Skindred have given us all a reason to smile- quite literally. Their new album, conveniently called ‘Smile’, is out now and frankly- it’s wonderful. The band’s first album in five years is…

The flare, charisma and coolness of this man shines through on his much anticipated debut album — When I first met Aindriü Green Green in 2017, I met a guy who knew exactly what he wanted and how he was going to get it. A music career was in the works back then and now- six years later- yet another well deserved landmark has arrived. Lord Green…

England had fallen apart on the final day of the 2009 Test, but Australia weren’t counting on a stubborn rearguard display — The current Ashes series has millions across the country hooked on cricket. The series was kept alive thanks to England’s 3 wicket win at Headingley, meaning both England and Australia head to Manchester with everything to play for. Today, July 12, is the anniversary of a classic Ashes moment which…

The American regiment which had to fight more than just the German Army — The First World War produced many famous moments and examples of bravery in the face of untold suffering and insanity. Whilst many soldiers left as heroes and returned adored, a certain division of African American troops were not given such respect. The 15th New York regiment came to be known…

A radio institution, Test Match Special continues to be a pillar of the cricketing establishment- and long may it continue The English Test cricket summer is officially back, and with it is another year of a broadcasting institution. Test Match Special has been on the airwaves since 1957, and it…

Arctic Monkeys came to Coventry and left as conquerors following a set of flair and showmanship — Arctic Monkeys second stop of their ‘The Car’ tour brought them to Coventry’s CBS Arena. …