From busking on the streets of Paisley to headlining at King Tut’s in Glasgow, teenage singer-songwriter Lisa Kowalski has come a long way in a short space of time. She tells us more about her burgeoning career. You turned 18 this year. When did you start writing songs? When I was 13. I started recording […]
Read MoreIn need of some warmth and sustenance as the days grow shorter? Our editor finds the ideal daytime retreat. Situated just outside Paisley town centre, a mere ten-minute walk from Gilmour Street station, this convivial eatery deserves to be more than a popular secret. It’s an aromatic oasis of speciality teas, coffees, cakes and freshly-cooked […]
Read MoreWith classic hits such as Dancing In The Street, Heat Wave and Nowhere To Run, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas established themselves as one of the greatest acts on the Motown roster. We spoke to the legendary Miss Reeves on the eve of her Spree performance in 2018. You’ve been singing your hits for over […]
Read MoreThe Polish city of Kraków has witnessed a deluge of pain and suffering over the years. Recently, however, it’s experienced a period of positive reinvention. Our travel guide David Walsh finds out more. Wherever you go in Poland’s second city, the scars of history have left an indelible impression. Perhaps more than most cities, Kraków […]
Read MoreSteven Thompson enjoyed a successful 20-year career playing for teams such as Dundee United, Rangers and St Mirren, before moving into football punditry for BBC Scotland. Mill tackles him in this exclusive interview. Football and music don’t tend to mix. Anyone who’s ever heard a Scotland World Cup squad novelty single will attest to that. […]
Read MoreAllan Driver is an authority on the Thomas Coats Memorial Baptist Church, one of the most famous and cherished landmarks on the Paisley skyline. We spoke to him about the history and future of this magnificent piece of Gothic art. One of Paisley’s most striking buildings, the Thomas Coats Memorial Baptist Church ceased to function […]
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