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The overall vibe of ‘You Belong to Blue’ as an album is intimate and relaxed with a joyous mood of expectation throughout, whilst retaining the distinctive Stephenson trademarks of lush arrangements and understated but sublime guitar embellishments.  It comes with the same inherent romanticism that attracts a demographic of a certain age to the Stephenson catalogue too - with a strong sense of musicality, this is an irresistible selection of poetic songwriting and lush balladry.  The opening track being the longest on the album sets the smooth, laid back mood, Broken Nights/Faded Cities entices you to sing along from the off.  Next, Sweet September Rain swirls along  through subtle guitar licks lulling you into the groove too.  Then, You Belong To Blue, the title track and one of the stand-out songs on the album opens with a prolonged intro and extends into a dreamy, drifting melody which conjures up images of relaxation and reverie, with the lightness of backin...

Ben Poole from 'The Starring Lincoln Theatre Company' talks to Rob Underwood about its forthcoming production of Disney's classic, 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' at Lincoln Cathedral. Rob Underwood Media · Ben Poole Part One

  Rob Underwood Media · Ben Poole Part Two

  Rob Underwood Media · Ben Poole Part Three

JJ talks to Rob Underwood about the band's history, their 2022 UK tour and how they've coped after the recent passing of long time member, keyboard player Dave Greenfield. Rob Underwood Media · 'JJ' - The Stranglers

Rob chats to Simon Nicol,  founding member of Fairport Convention about his time with the band and their 55th Anniversary, 2022 UK 'Wintour'.                           Rob Underwood Media · Simon Nicol - Fairport Convention

Rob Underwood met up with former Watford,  Liverpool and England legend John Barnes who's  been visiting Lincolnshire. Much to talk about after such an illustrious career including that memorable goal he scored in an England shirt against Brazil. More about that later but first, was the thought of becoming a f ootball star the stuff of dreams for John as a child? Rob Underwood Media · John Barnes Part 1

Part 2 of Rob's chat with John Barnes began with memories of 'that goal' against Brazil. Rob Underwood Media · John Barnes Part 2

Panto is back and this Christmas, a star packed cast  appears at New Theatre Royal Lincoln for the  production of Beauty & the Beast. The cast includes  Jake Quickenden starring as baddie 'Flash Hugo' who will stop at nothing to win the hand of Belle. Jake has appeared on TV's The X Factor, I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, Dancing On Ice and most recently, Channel 4's Who Dares Wins. As he told Rob Underwood though it's not his first appearance on stage in Lincoln. Beauty & The Beast runs from Tuesday 7th December to Sunday 9th January 2022. Check online for times and ticket information. www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk Rob Underwood Media · Jake Quickenden

  Radio legend Peter Fairhead has joined LCR FM. Peter has been heard on Bradford's Pennine Radio in 1980 with the lunchtime show, and later helped launch Viking Gold to East Yorkshire.    This expanded into the regional Classic Gold (later Great Yorkshire Gold).    Later in the 1990's he was invited to Manchester's 1458 Lite AM, and later presented concurrently at Fortune 1458, Warrington's Wire FM, and then from Stoke-On-Trent's Big AM to Manchester and Bradford.    For most of this time he was presenting Country Music shows on AM and FM, and in the noughties he was invited to join Hull's new KCFM for weekend and relief shows, as well as a regular Country Show. You can hear Peter presenting early weekend breakfast 0600 to 0800 both Saturday and Sunday with 50’s 60’s and 70’s  shows. You can also hear Peter from midnight Friday to 0200 Saturday morning with his very popular Country Show.  Welcome Peter to the LCR FM Family.

Meet the latest cast member of Beauty & the Beast ,  Zoe Hanna May performing this Christmas at Lincoln's New Theatre Royal. She's thrilled to be back in live theatre again as she's been telling Rob Underwood.   Rob Underwood Media · Zoe Hanna May

Harriet Baker has been telling Rob Underwood about a busy programme of festive events planned for Sleaford in the run up to Christmas. This, off the back of a series of pop up markets earlier in the year which must have been a great confidence boost for the town?   Rob Underwood Media · Millstream Square - Harriet Baker

  LCR FM's Suzie Stevens has been recognised at the 2021 Community Radio Awards, held in Coventry on Saturday 23 October as part of the UK City of Culture celebrations. Suzie stepped onto the podium to accept the gold award for Female Presenter of the Year from 2020's winner Fiona McNeill. "What an incredible evening – I've laughed, cried, smiled and felt inspired, surrounded by so much talent, all of whom volunteer their precious time!" said Suzie. "It's amazing to be recognised for something I am so passionate about. Thank you to everyone who tunes in to support community radio - you are truly appreciated and we welcome you with open arms. You aren't a RAJAR figure to us, you're part of the community radio family and greatly treasured!" Suzie presents Through Noon every Wednesday & Thursday between 10am to 1pm.

Chris Hayes , happy to be back in live theatre  and performing as part of the Christmas panto  cast again this year.  A reminder not to miss out, get your tickets for 'Beauty & the Beast' now. Just go online for all  the information you need, show dates, availability  and prices.  www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk Rob Underwood Media · Chris Hayes

Rob Underwood meets Chris Johnson , alias ' Professor Iva Brainstorm' in 'Beauty and the Beast'.  Rob Underwood Media · Chris Johnson

Rob Underwood speaking to 'Dance Vision' students at rehearsals for their forthcoming production, 'Praying For The World To Heal'. Rob Underwood Media · Dance Vision Ballet Company - Students

Rob Underwood popped along to a 'Dance Vision' rehearsal session and spoke to Principal, Julie Anne Clarke . Her students of course, absolutely delighted to be back doing what they love after such a long time away due to the Covid enforced break. Rob Underwood Media · Julie Anne Clarke - Dance Vision Ballet Company

Lara Cowen joined Rob Underwood on his afternoon show to explain the history of the Women's Institute. She also outlined some of the activities within the Lincoln WI and how you can become involved. Rob Underwood Media · Lincoln WI President - Lara Cowen

Here's something to give you a smile, ahead of Shalamar gig in Boston on Friday 3rd September! Click to listen to the one and only Jeffrey Daniel from the band chatting to LCR's Janey Jane about music, birth signs, pigs and just about everything else! Ed Wellman Music & Media · Janey With Jeffrey Daniel - 28 August 2021

Brooklyn Creed takes centre stage in this fabulous live production, a tribute to the great Neil Diamond. Hear Rob Underwood chatting to Brooklyn ahead of the show at Lincoln's New Theatre Royal on Saturday August 28th. The production also visits The Gliderdrome in Boston on October 8th then Grimsby Auditorium on October 9th. Check online for all the ticket information. Rob Underwood Media · Brooklyn Creed - 'Hello Again: A Tribute To Neil Diamond'