Folk singer Tom Page brought his ukulele to the studio and sang three tracks live. From Galway to Graceland was a sad tale about a woman selling up in Ireland and going to be at Graceland, claiming that she had been married to Elvis Presley. Sip, jigs and reels had the feel of a sea shanty. Moonlight was a quieter, thoughtful piece. Tom chatted with Jonty about playing the instrument and singing lessons. He also engaged in a general chat about Lent, encouraging us to take up something that enhances us spiritually. There was a general thought around being more considerate to others. In the second hour we had an extended feature about Dennis Edwards, second lead singer with the Temptations, who led them into a more experimental genre of soul music in the late 1960s. There were also exclusive tracks from Lisa Harman and Sophie Griffiths.

Tonight’s playlist

Sam Outlaw – Everyone is looking for a home

Seal – fly like an eagle

Tom Page – From Galway to Graceland – live

Tom Page – Slip, jigs and reels – live

Tom Page – Moonlight – live

Shires – Made in England

Simon & Garfunkle – Homeward bound.

Aled Jones – Eriskey love lilt – requested by Phyl

James Taylor – You’ve got a friend – chosen by Tom

Pet Shop Boys – Its a sin – requested by Patrick

Spira Jira – Morning dance

Sophie Griffiths – I wish

Carole King – It’s too late – chosen by Tom

Coldplay – Clocks – requested by Adrian

Eagles – Hotel California – requested by Ed

Lisa Harman – I don’t wanna fight

Temptations, My girl, Cloud nine, Ball of confusion, Papa was a rolling stone.

Join me next week for another live show from Brentwood.

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