Hello everyone. I hope that this reaches you in time before the Easter holiday. I am obviously involved with the church over Easter, but whatever you're doing, whether it's ‘pace-egging’ or rolling eggs down hills, then I hope you enjoy!

 

It’s been a lovely few months for me, not working as much but still full of activity, most particularly being in New Zealand from January to early February this year. My family had all been looking forward to the trip for almost a year, so it was fabulous to finally go and to enjoy such a fantastic country. We discovered the roots of my husband Oliver’s father, Barrie, who was born in Christchurch and we had a marvellous time.

 

You’ll know by now that I was persuaded to continue doing concerts throughout 2025.  I’m still considering all this as I go forward, but I would like to continue in this way if I can. I love playing live with Nick.

 

I’ve just been to Ireland for four back-to-back shows which have been really successful and sold out, and now I’m starting to rehearse for my June dates. Nick will arrive prior to those to work on a new set list, which is full of interest for me and as well as the new stuff there'll be the big important songs from my back catalogue.

 

My family are all well and I hope you are all enjoying life and music. I’m dabbling a bit currently in songwriting but haven’t finished anything new for a while. Bits and pieces pop into my head though, so I’m still 'at it'.

 

The next work thing I’m doing is a quick dash over to Belfast early in May to celebrate the birthday of my friend Anthony Toner, who’s become a real part of my family, travelling with Oliver and myself, Nick and David Goodwin, our fantastic sound engineer, who’s pulled all over, hither and thither, but he’s so wonderful! We’re all a tight team and I pinch myself when I hear Anthony’s music every night before I go on stage.

 

Happy Easter everyone and do come and see us this year on the remaining dates… there will be some oldies but goodies and maybe a surprise or two in the song choices!

 

Much love,

 

BARBARA x