Advanced notice - Have an evening out with the real Lord Vader (Dave Prowse MBE)!
Photograph by Patrick Trollope.

DO you remember the iconic character of your childhood, Lord Vader? Well this is your chance to attend an exclusive audience
with the legend behind the costume, Dave Prowse! So be warned, the Lord of the Synth will be attending an un-missable over 18's event at The Cellar, Southport, Merseyside. So if you have a question about the films or the man himself, you can get it straight from Lord Vader himself! As well as taking questions, he will be promoting the 'Official Dave Prowse Autograph' called:- 'Straight From The Force's Mouth'. Dave Prowse MBE, is best known throughout the world as Darth Vader, after playing the physical iconic character in the original Star Wars film trilogy. But did you know he was also in the cult film, Clockwork Orange, playing F. Alexander's bodyguard Julian?  He was also the Green Cross Code Man and has been in many other films, TV shows and advertisement campaigns! That is not forgetting that he was also a world class heavyweight weightlifting champion, for Britain, in events including the Commonwealth Games and the World Weightlifting Championships! Today he is also well known in the UK for his work with various charity organisations in Britain, like the Physically Handicapped and Able-bodied Association. Dave is also now recognised for his support of the work of the Prostate Cancer Charity, the Urology Foundation and Croydon Carers. So if you thought you knew the man, think again! So this is an opportunity not to be missed and who knows what you might find out! If you buy a copy of his autobiography, he will also sign it for free. Please be aware however that Dave will be charging £20 for a signature on any of the fans’ own items. On another bit of news, we can confirm that he will also have his own photos of him on sale, also £20 signed, on the night! For tickets to the very exclusive event and opportunity to ask him questions, go to:- merseyreporter.com/shop  from 28 July 2012 and also you can buy in store from Formby Books or via:- formby-books.co.uk! Admission is £8 in advance £10 on door if any available on the night! On offer will also be some luxury nibbles. Also the bar in honour of the visit will have a new drink for you to order, the Darth Cocktail!

Location:- The Cellar, Under the Tourist Information Centre, Lord Street, Southport Merseyside, PR8 1NY. Doors open at 7:30pm
and Dave will give a talk and answer Q&A form 8pm to 9pm, on Sunday, 19 August 2012. Other Merseyside locations are being
planned, so keep your eyes on here!

"I am looking for the support of Storm Troopers and other characters, but no Darth Vader's. I am contacting the various garrisons direct, but others can contact me via my website or via Formby Books or Mersey Reporter!" said Dave Prowse MBE.

If you cannot attend nor have any under 18's who might like to attend, we can confirm we have got a signing at Formby Books, from 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm, inside Derbyshires, Chapel Lane, Formby, L37 4DU on Saturday, 18 August 2012.

Related reports on here:- Link 1 & Link 2.

Music fans urged to 'Push' for their favourites!

AN innovative new website is promising to expand the reach for unsigned bands and generate lots of interest in their music by attracting scores of new fans.

Called 'MusicPush' it's the brainchild of James Mason who aims to empower music fans by allowing them to vote for their favourite music in a site Top 10.

James said:- "The music industry is really difficult for bands to break into but if they can create a groundswell of support that's a major plus for a record label to sign them. Reaction to the site has been brilliant so far. There's a lot of interest from bands and music lovers have found some great new sounds to enjoy."

MusicPush.co.uk is free for bands to join and upload their songs. Fans then rate them or 'Push' them; to compile a popular chart and visitors can find who is most popular with the site's users.

James added:- "MusicPush came about because I wanted to create a site for unsigned bands and give people a way of creating an interesting Top Ten of bands who deserve to be signed and have commercial success. Users can also recommend bands and singers which is a great plus. Essentially, MusicPush is for anyone interested in up and coming bands and helping them along the way. You also get to hear great new music before lots of other people."

MusicPush is easy to use and already proving popular with users. Artists have their own profile page which is easily found with their own unique MusicPush url which has their music, a picture, stats, and biography.

James said:- "MusicPush really is a site for the modern music fan because we use social media to great effect by helping to promote the band's music to a much wider audience."

Music fans get to share their music tastes via Facebook, Twitter and email and they can comment on any artist's music or profile.

Shirley Valentine to cruise from Liverpool!

PAULINE Daniels who starred in the successful one woman show 'Shirley Valentine' based on Willy Russell's hit film and play is to perform on Ocean Countess. Cruise & Maritime Voyages CMV has secured the top actress and comedienne to perform on board during the 12 night 'Baltic Capitals and St. Petersburg' cruise from Liverpool on 13 August 2012. This cruise starts from the new cruise terminal on the River Mersey in Pauline's hometown of Liverpool. Joining Pauline on board will be the classy comedy vocal trio She3 who also hail from Liverpool where they are held in high regard. The 12 night cruise which includes full board, entertainment and talks costs from £699pp. Pauline Daniels will perform 'Shirley Valentine' over 2 evenings. The one woman show has won much praise around the UK including at the Royal Court Theatre in Liverpool. She will be performing throughout the cruise as well as joining passengers as escorts on various shore excursions. Details of prices and full details for this cruise and other itineraries can be found on:- cruiseandmaritime.com Watch the cruise video on CMV TV cruiseandmaritime.tv.

Charity Night Fashion Show at Kingdom, Liverpool.

KINGDOM, Liverpool's celeb hangout, which is based on Harrington Street in Liverpool City Centre CLIC Sargent is the UK’s leading cancer charity for children and young people, and their families. Kingdom teamed up with Bond Media to raise money and awareness for the charity in a evening of live entertainment, fashion show and celebrity guests. the event took place on Thursday, 19 July 2012 and the money raised has gone to CLIC Sargent. The event had many local Liverpool designers and boutiques taking part, including KU by Spendlove, Pearl Boutique, Liquorish Boutique, Scousworld, Platinum Menswear and designer opticians, Silverbergs. Hair was done by Kate Henshaw and makeup by Capello. The fantastic performances on the evening where done by Steve Fletcher and Britain’s Got Talent finalists MD Productions. That is not forgetting the many stunning models who took to the catwalk for the event. These are a few photos, taken by BMG World Ltd. at the event. These photos where taken by Adam Johns Photography. ...continued...