The Searchers Interview

The Searchers

Searcher Frank Allen tells 50connect the story behind the band's success, splits and sweet sixties sound.

The Searchers were one of the most influential groups to emerge from the heady days of the Mersey era. They notched up a run of over 18 hit records, including three number ones - Sweets For My Sweet, Needles & Pins and Don't Throw Your Love Away.

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Diarmuid Dishes The Dirt

Diarmuid Gavin

He’s been dubbed horticulture’s rebel and the maverick of garden design, but Diarmuid Gavin tells 50connect that turning forty-four and becoming a father has mellowed him somewhat.

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A Chat With Johnny Mathis

Still going strong after 50 years, the voice of romance talks to 50connect.

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Dave Spikey Prescribes The Best Medicine

Dave Spikey speaks about his latest stand-up tour, writing and co-starring in Phoenix Nights, and how it feels to get your big break at the age of forty-nine.

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ALAN SIMPSON By Michael Wal

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Gaelic Rock

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A Northern Star

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Gloria Hunniford Speaks To 50connect

Broadcaster and chat show host Gloria Hunniford speaks to 50connect about her childhood, her career and how she copes with the tragic death of her daughter, Caron Keating.

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A Chat With Joe Brown

Joe Brown

50connect interview the popular musician as he celebrates his 50th anniversary in the business.

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