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Ex Olympic and former British No.1 Tennis coach, Nino Severino joins Laura this week. We chat about his wife, Elena Baltacha and the music that connects him to her, as well as the hype songs he uses for his students as well as what is really going on inside sportsmens heads! Nino's Song Choices: Girl on Fire - Alicia Keys I Have Nothing - Whitney Houston Make You Feel My Love - Adele Living on a Prayer - Bon Jovi Laura's Song for Nino: Writings on the Wall - Sam Smith See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The incredible Canadian singer Tyler Shaw joins Laura this week on ‘Music In My Life’. As Tyler talks to us about his music choices that made him into who he is today and how they influenced him. Tyler also talks about his ‘Lean on Me’ cover, where he brings together Canadian artist such as Justin Bieber, Bryan Adams and Avril Lavigne. All in aid of Coronavirus relief.   Tyler’s Song Choices:   With You – Tyler Shaw Tubthumping – Chumbawamba Diary Of Jane – Breaking Benjamin Gravity – John Mayer   Laura's Song for Dionne:   Dirty Paws – Of Monster and Men     ----------------------------- A Create Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The amazing singer-songwriter and TV presenter Dionne Bromfield joins Laura this week. She is known for being the Goddaughter of the late Amy Winehouse and for creating such beautiful music through the Lioness Records label. Dionne's New Single 'Silly Love' Is Out Now!   Dionne’s Song Choices: I Gotta Find A Piece Of Mind - Lauryn Hill  Joints & Jam - Black Eyed Peas  You Know How To Love Me - Phyllis Hyman I Want Your Love - CHIC Praise The Lord - ASAP Rocky & Skepta   Laura's Song for Dionne: Janelle Monáe - I Like That     ----------------------------- A Create Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The amazing singer-songwriter and musician Newton Faulkner joins Laura this week. He is known for his unique percussive style of guitar playing and he stays on brand with a unique batch of song choices! Newtons Song Choices: Mr Blue Sky - ELO Drinking Song - Hanggai Band Ennio Morricone - Cinema Pardiso Madeleine Peyroux - You're Gunna Make Me Lonesome When You Go Laura's Song for Newton: Eric Roche - Deep Deep Down ----------------------------- A Create Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Laura chats to the artist Kalpee about his musical influences, growing up in Trinidad, island pop and so much more. Kalpee's Song Choices: Lovely Day - Bill Withers Let Me Love You - Mario Q - Take Me Where Your Heart is Tom Misch - The Journey Laura's Song Choice for Kalpee: ODESZA - Across The Room See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The amazing actor and musician Asher Monroe joins Laura today to chat all about the simplicity of music, the importance of vocals and living in Kenny Rogers old house! Asher's Song Choices: Stay with Me - Sam Smith Gangsters Paradise - Coolio Dock of the Bay - Otis Reading The Gambler - Kenny Rogers Laura's Song Choice for Asher: Lazarus - David Bowie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Laura is joined by the amazing Argentinian duo Cande y Paulo today on Music in My Life. In 2017 they went viral on Youtube with their preformance of 'Barro Tal Ves' and now have their debut album released early this month. They tell us the music that means so much to them! Cande y Paulos Choices: Joni Mitchell - Case of You David Bowie - Life on Mars Una Ramos - Camina de Llamas What's Up - 4 Non Blondes Mercedes Sosa - Sólo Le Pido A Dios Mercedes Sosa - Gracias a la vida See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Laura is joined this week by the amazing Daniel Bingley, who served as a Corporal with the British Army until he was medically discharged in 2017. Since last year’s Invictus programme, Daniel has found sport a remarkable aid towards recovery. In this episode we hear his remarkable journey and the music that soundtracks his life: Daniels Music Choices: The Logical Song - Supertramp The Gambler - Kenny Rogers Shine Your Light - Robbie Robertson What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong Lauras Song Choice for Daniel Remains - Basille (vs. Rag'n'Bone Man & Skunk Anansie) Listen to all of the songs featured in Music in My Life from this playlist here:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CnUQrtZkOYb8mqaV8ddos?si=5A6DbLJiQxWW2f1hlWGTmQ     ---------------------------------------------------------- A Create Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Professional Rugby League player and ex-captain of Great Britain and England at international level, Jamie Peacock MBE, joins Laura to discuss how important music is to him and the soundtrack to his most memorable moments. Jamie's Song Choices: Mr Blue Sky - ELO Everywhere - Fleetwood Mac Do They Know Its Christmas? - Band Aid Under Pressure - David Bowie and Queen Afterlife - Arcade Fire Laura's Song for Jamie: Wake Up - David Bowie and Arcade Fire Listen to all of the songs featured in Music in My Life from this playlist here:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CnUQrtZkOYb8mqaV8ddos?si=5A6DbLJiQxWW2f1hlWGTmQ     ---------------------------------------------------------- A Create Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Laura celebrates Pride Month, by bringing to you some of the most influential and powerful pieces of music that has connections to the LGBTQ+ community. Laura looks at the history of the Stone Wall riots and how musicians have either used music to help them personally or those around them.   Laura’s song choices:   Marvin Gay – Heard It Through The Grapevine   Rolling Stones – Honky Tonk Women   The Beatles – Come Together   The Archies – Sugar Sugar   Henry Mancini – Love Theme Romeo & Juliet   Sylvester – You Make Me Feel Mighty Real   Queen – Show Must Go On   George Michael – Freedom 90   Kylie Minogue – Spinning Around   Madonna – Vogue   Lady Gaga – Born This Way   New York City Opera – Stone Wall     Listen to all of the songs featured in Music in My Life from this playlist here:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CnUQrtZkOYb8mqaV8ddos?si=5A6DbLJiQxWW2f1hlWGTmQ     -----   A Create Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Laura is joined by TV presenter, athlete and public speaker, Steve Brown. They discuss Steve’s love of the British Indie scene and his journey into wheelchair rugby; the unique power music has in our lives, reminiscing over tunes heard on school trips and the influence parents have over musical tastes. Steve's song choices: Happy Mondays - Step On The Boys Are Back in Town - Thin Lizzy Message In A Bottle - The Police Cass Elliot - Make Your Own Kind of Music Laura’s songs for Steve: Dirty Honey - California Dreamin'  The Wire - Haim Listen to all of the songs featured in Music in My Life from this playlist here:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CnUQrtZkOYb8mqaV8ddos?si=5A6DbLJiQxWW2f1hlWGTmQ ----- A Create Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode is all about YOU! Laura asked you what did you last listen to, and you delivered! She unpacks the song giving extra information and history around it and why we love it so much in this episode of Music In My Life!   Your Choices:   Rudee Vallee – Tavern Charlene McKenna – Tavern Mr Tumble – Head Shoulders Knees and Toes Jack Garratt- - Mara Andrea Bocelli - Time To Say Goodbye James Taylor - You’ve got a friend Sailing to Philadelphia Deep Forest   Listen all of the songs featured in Music In My Life in the playlist here : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CnUQrtZkOYb8mqaV8ddos?si=5A6DbLJiQxWW2f1hlWGTmQ   --------------- A Create Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.