My mum was responsible for introducing my siblings and I to horse riding as young children. As this was very much a shared interest among my extended family, my grandmother decided to purchase a champion show jumping pony. To be honest, our very first pony, Pepper (my grandmother named her Beauty, a name nobody used or […]
30:30- Day 11 “Life without our furry friends is no life at all” (Part 2) Read More »
Some of the staples of my life growing up were a plethora of pets. We had a six foot tall Great Dane called ‘Tiny’ of all things. She was a kind and gentle soul, she was a quiet and calm animal but remarkably tactile at the same time. My mum would tell us that Tiny
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As I have alluded to before, love is one of the most basic human desires, but more and more frequently we hear that, the quest to find the “one” has become increasingly difficult despite a multitude of online dating platforms. Now, I am not suggesting that every person who uses online dating platforms are necessarily
30: 30 – Day 9 “Dating in the 21st Century: Swipe, grind or go fish” Read More »
Anyone who knows me will testify to the fact that losing my mum has been my Everest. As it has been a unified experience for all involved, my brothers, my dad, aunties and uncles. Thankfully, I have an incredibly strong man in my Daddy, Liam McFadden. When it came to the point of loss, he
30:30- Day 8 “Letting go: is it possible? Is it right?” Read More »
In my opinion there are approximately 150,140 reasons to love my city, the people who call the city and the surrounding area home (NISRA, 2016). I have lived in Liverpool, London and visited multiple countries including Spain, America, Croatia, France, and Poland to name a few. Regardless of where I go, when people discover that
30:30- Day 7 “Derry or whatever you want to call it: The town I love so well” Read More »
So what is happiness? Isn’t that the age old question, well without a doubt, it is very much subject to our own interpretation of the word its self and how do we define the measure of happiness. For me, it is a marathon not a sprint, and it’s about finding happiness in aspects of daily
30:30- Day 6 (03/04/2018) Happiness: “Self-help beyond the paperbacks” Read More »
It may have taken me to meet my actual father at the age of 11 to realise what it was to have a father figure that did not have to lift their fist to assert their position within a family using violence, contempt or manipulation. Any man or woman who feels that they should or
30:30 – Day 5 (02/04/2018) Domestic Violence: Sad little man, the father that never was Read More »
I would not describe myself as a needy person at all but I have to admit I could not imagine a life without my friends. Some of the best quotes that I have heard regarding friends include the following: “One of the most beautiful qualities of a true friend is to understand and be
30:30 –Day 4 (01/04/2018) “Friends: One of life’s most valuable gifts” Read More »
It might seem soppy; but Jay I knew that I loved you the moment I met you. Laying next to you in bed, the silly conversations that we have, You will never know how much I appreciate that I have you as a partner. I believe everything happens for a reason, I remember the first
30:30- Day 3 (31/03/2018) “I loved you the day I met you” Read More »
30:30 DAY 2 (29/03/2018)- IT’S A Twin Thing My twin, Ryan Dillon & and I came into the world in a hurry, 12 weeks early to be precise. My mother being the sensitive soul that she was informed us that we were “the ugliest things she ever seen, we looked liked shaved hedgehogs/ Millennium babies
“30: 30” is a reflective feature, including daily instalments focusing on topics, memories, people and places that have shaped who that I have become at this point in my life, as I turn 30. In a world of uncertainty, its important to remember how far we have come, celebrate our successes/ failures, as every experience has
This film is a complete departure from the 2001 original blockbuster hit featuring Angelina Jolie. Alicia Vikander allows us to understand the origins of “Lara Croft”. What is refreshing, is that this is not the Lara Croft we recall, the highly skilled adventurer who excels in combat, the modern day Lara Croft is not invincible
FIRE BELOW: A WAR OF WORDS – Written by Owen McCafferty Directed by Jimmy Fay A co-production between Lyric Theatre and Abbey Theatre In Association with Belfast International Arts Festival 12-28 October 2017 Fire Below: A War Of Words tells the story of two ‘middle class’ couples who were neighbours that decided to have their
Review: Fire Below: A War Of Words At The Lyric Theatre, Belfast Read More »
CHIPS tells the story of John Baker (Dax Shepard), a failed and broken (both physically and emotionally) former motorcross star. His heydays are far behind him and in a last ditch attempt to save his marriage to the gold digging adulteress Karen (Kirsten Bell), he enrols in the California Highway Patrol. Unbeknownst to the haphazard
Jordan O’ Keefe rose to fame during season 7 of Britain’s Got Talent in 2013. The Derry/Londonderry native amassed an international fan based overnight due to his dulcet tones, boyish good looks and endearing and laid back personality that resulted in global icons such as Ed Sheeran rushing to offer Jordan their support. Jordan discusses
When Music Saves Your Soul: Interview With Britain’s Got Talent Star Jordan O’ Keefe Read More »
What strikes you immediately about the Amazons is their pedantic professionalism. There is a real sense of controlled charisma which has no doubt been a key factor in their popularity. It’s instantly obvious that The Amazons are very well rehearsed – a level of commitment and drive lost on many bands today. “Ultra Violet” was
Bam magazine had the opportunity to catch up with Pigeon Detectives frontman Matt Bowman as he lifts the lid on the group’s new record “Broken Glances”, the ever-changing nature of the music industry and the struggles that the new generation of bands face. More importantly, Matt discusses the rock solid friendship that has served as
The Pigeon Detectives: Chips, Hot Sauce & Learning On The Job! Read More »
Easily one of the most eclectic and mind-blowing shows to grace the stage at Voodoo, Lydia Lunch live at Voodoo, Belfast was a triumph of both transatlantic and local talent alike. From heavy metal, rap and finally classic 80’s punk/goth rock, Lydia and her supporting artists catered for all creative tastes. The intimate setting that
REVIEW: Punk Pocket Rocket Lydia Lunch Casts Goth Rock Spell Over Voodoo Belfast Read More »
BAM magazine was among the sold out crowd at the world famous Limelight on Sunday night to take in the musical masterclass by Scottish ultramodern indie rock group Twin Atlantic. It’s safe to say this group has come a long way since they formed in 2007 and their self produced debut EP track “Audience and
REVIEW: Twin Atlantic Descend On Belfast – Here’s The Highlights Read More »
I was fortunate enough to be asked to review the MAC’s production of “Pinocchio” this week. Where do I begin? well, to summarise my experience on the whole, I have to say that Pinocchio is a refreshing and remarkable break from the stereotypical Christmas show experience. However, the cast’s stellar performance ensured that the production
Review: Cahoots NI Cast Triumph At The Mac With “Unmissable” Production Of Pinocchio Read More »
I am absolutely honoured to be representing Derry City at the Mr Ireland grand final on June 5 in Dublin. So why enter a male model contest beauty pageant? Well, to be honest, why not? The outgoing Mr Ireland Karl Bowe 2014 has firmly made his mark nationally as an anti-bullying campaigner/actor/presenter and model. More importantly, Karl
There Is A Place For Male Beauty Pageants, Here’s Why! Read More »
