Music

I went to see the wonderful Kate Rusby last night at the Wyvern Theatre. Kate was brought to my attention on the Jools Holland Hootenanny this year, and when I found out that she would be touring down to Swindon, I was first to put my name down for a ticket.

Believe me, I was not disappointed. Folk music isn't everyone's cup of tea, so if you don't like slow tunes with a couple of guitars, a double bass and an accordian, this may not be your thing, but I really enjoyed it. With the fantastic John McCusker's music, playing a variety of instruments, and Kate's truly moving voice, this show was worth the whole £18.

Even more entertaining was Kate's sense of humour. A Barnsley lass by heart, her quick sense of humour and quick wit kept us entertained between songs. Sheer talent.

Negotiations furiously continue with various hotels for a stay during the Helsinki Eurovision Song Contest. Which hotel will be awarded with douze points, and which will be sent with a slap across the face nil points. Keep a look out, and see where the Hazzanet lot will be staying for an awfully euro-popped holiday.

Finland's "Lordi", a monster-rock band gave a monsterous performance at the Olympic Arena last night, playing to the audience all over Europe. Many countries awarded their douze points to Finland, leaving Lordi walking away with the title of a Song For Europe 2006.

This means that 1) I collected £14 from Ladbrokes and 2) the contest will be in Helsinki next year... YAY!

Aaah, Eurovision time. Who will win? Will it be Daz Sampson, and that naff rap, or will it be hard rockers in rubber monster suits, Lordi? I have to admit that my money is on Lordi, and I hope that the show heads to Helsinki last year. Let's hope that it does, and I'll cadge along for the ride :)