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Soul shines through

The album also has plenty to say about its era. Some of the arrangements are exceptionally orchestrated and sound like they belong in a movie. On The Horizon finds King shrouded in reverb, imagining his perfect woman on a ship steadily sailing in, while mysterious strings, harps and tinkling bells conjure a sense of magic. On the surface, its scatty romanticism straight out of Hollywood, but Ben E plays it totally straight, and you wonder what he was thinking of as he delivered it: his Black brothers fighting in the Vietnam War, unsure if theyd see their loved ones again? The hell of his ancestors being transported in slave ships? Maybe neither, but these resonances remain for the listener. Show Me The Way is as cheesy as Cheetos, full of pinging guitar arpeggios and excessive backing vocals an approach to pop which would soon be blown away by Motown and The Beatles. But, again, King delivers the song beautifully: nothing can prevent his soul shining through.

The material meant King had to be versatile. On The Hermit Of Misty Mountain, one of those cod-folk tales of spooky hokum along the lines of The Coasters Love Potion No.9 and Major Lances Um, Um, Um, Um, Um, Um, he adopts a lower, masculine-sounding register which suggests hes telling you how he acquired his wisdom in matters of the heart. Yes finds him coming on like a romantic crooner, even if the song is a beat ballad. The excellent Young Boy Blues finds him wailing with a nasal bluesiness over some fantastic testifying piano. He is more than equal to them all.

Theres no doubt, however, which songs are the big guns. Stand By Me, written by King with Leiber and Stoller, still resonates in rock all these years later, but theres little doubt the original version is the best. Dont Play That Song (You Lied), penned by Atlantic Records boss, Ahmet Ertegun, and Kings wife, Betty, may have since been overtaken in the public consciousness by Aretha Franklins 1970 version (she also covered Spanish Harlem the following year), but King had already hit with it eight years previously. These arent just records of great influence, they are great records, period.

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There are new No. 1 teams in this weeks volleyball area rankings. Plano Prestonwood Christian made its case for being the best team in D-FW, regardless of classification.

Prestonwood opened the season with four consecutive victories over area-ranked teams to win the Rockwall tournament over the weekend, vaulting from No. 2 to No. 1 in the 5A-others area poll. Move-in Macaria Spears, the daughter of former Cowboys defensive lineman Marcus Spears, was named the MVP of the tournament and Prestonwood teammates Mikala Young and Jadyn Livings made the all-tournament team after wins over Grapevine, Frisco Wakeland, Highland Park and Prosper.

Prosper was ranked No. 2 in the area in 6A, and Highland Park was No. 3, and Prestonwood beat them both in five sets. In the 5A-others rankings, Wakeland was No. 3 and 2021 5A state runner-up Grapevine was No. 8, and Prestonwood swept both of them in three sets.

Depite losing 25-18, 25-12, 20-25, 16-25, 17-15 to Prestonwood in the championship match of the Rockwall tournament, Prosper moved past Keller and into the top spot in the area in 6A. Prosper had a pair of wins over Lovejoy winner of the last three 5A state titles and then beat Wakeland in straight sets Tuesday.

Nebraska pledge Ayden Ames had 14 kills and seven digs in the 25-22, 25-23, 25-23 win over Wakeland, Louisiana-Lafayette pledge Ella Chaney added 15 kills, nine digs and three blocks and Alabama pledge Callie Kieffer had 36 assists and eight digs. Ames and sophomore Sophie Bridges were named to the all-tournament team at Rockwall.

Keller fell out of the top spot after losses to Highland Park (in three sets) and Wakeland (in four sets). Highland Park was impressive in the Rockwall tournament, sweeping Keller and Lovejoy in three sets and losing in five sets to Prestonwood. Highland Park also won a five-set thriller against 5A power Colleyville Heritage on Tuesday.

Wakeland moved up to No. 2 in the 5A-others area rankings after winning four matches against area-ranked teams. It beat Rockwall twice, swept Flower Mound and beat Keller.

Midlothian jumped into the rankings at No. 4 after winning the Methodist Mansfield Medical Center Tournament. That included a 25-19, 25-22 win over Colleyville Heritage, then ranked No. 4 in the area.

On an individual note, Baylor pledge Kyndal Stowers of Denton Guyer was named the states preseason player of the year by MaxPreps. Stowers has more than 1,100 kills over the last three years, including 533 last season.

Rk. Team, Record, Previous

1. Prosper, 5-1, 2

2. Highland Park, 5-1, 3

3. Keller, 4-2, 1

4. TC Byron Nelson, 7-0, NR

5. Plano West, 4-2, 7

6. Coppell, 8-3, NR

7. Mansfield, 7-3, NR

8. Denton Guyer, 4-2, 5

9. Flower Mound, 3-3, 4

10. Rockwall, 4-3, 9

Dropped out: No. 6 Northwest Eaton, No. 8 Sachse, No. 10 Plano East

Rk. Team, Record, Previous

1. Plano Prestonwood, 5-0, 2

2. Frisco Wakeland, 4-2, 3

3. Lovejoy, 3-3, 1

4. Midlothian, 11-0, NR

5. Colleyville Heritage, 8-2, 4

6. Frisco Reedy, 3-3, 7

7. Bishop Lynch, 3-2, 9

8. Frisco Centennial, 11-2, NR

9. McKinney North, 3-3, 5

10. Celina, 11-0, 10

Dropped out: No. 6 Hockaday, No. 8 Grapevine

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When done right, taking a little bit of time out of your day can really make a huge difference in the lives of those around you. How, you may be asking? Because even a small bit of attention and kindness goes a long way. It could be something as small as rescuing a bee trapped in a flower, to bringing a smile to someone elses face.

One kind neighbor decided she wanted to brighten the day of those around her, particularly those who came by her house and checked out all the painted rocks she made and put out for those who passed by.

Sam Bett on TikTok has been painting and putting cute rocks out on her front lawn for a while now, and recently noticed that one little girl and her parents were always dropping by and appeared to be fascinated by the colorful pebbles.

So Sam got the brilliant idea to add some extra happiness into the girls life and decided that one day shed go out and ask the child what shed like painted on a personalized rock all of her own.

What came about was a beautifully painted rock with, as the child specified, a treasured unicorn on it. A little mod podge helps seal the paint and keeps it from chipping, and the rock soon joined the rest at the end of the driveway, a little reminder that there is still kindness and joy in the world.

We are sure that Delilah will be enjoying finding her special rock each and every time she passes by, and hope that she (or maybe some of our viewers) will pick up and pass on the same tradition in years to come!

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Performer and scholar Athul Narukara is on a mission to preserve and popularise contributions of tribal performers

Performer and scholar Athul Narukara is on a mission to preserve and popularise contributions of tribal performers

Malayalam folk rock fans who want to have some fresh adrenalin rush can knock at the Soul of Folk, an emerging folk rock performers and promoters collective from northern Kerala led by Athul Narukara, a folklore research scholar from Calicut University.

Athul, 25, from Narukara village in Malappuram, had shot to fame recently singing Palappalli Thiruppalli for Prithvirajs action-drama flick Kaduva.

Buoyed by the good response from music buffs, Athul is gearing up to archive the contributions and real life stories of a number of unsung heroes of tribal communities. He is now in touch with unsung performers in over 35 tribal communities to prepare them for a grand comeback.

There are many singers unknown to the world of modern rock music. Our young bands can do a lot to discover such talents such as Nanjiyamma and give them fitting venues to promote the genre. We are planning to have such shows across the State with a pool of such unsung native talents, says Athul, who has been part of such numerous experimental shows.

A first-rank holder in MA Folklore from Calicut University, he is keen to promote traditional wooden and leather percussion accompaniments for his specially composed songs. The Soul of Folk resonates with such traditional instruments and we wish to sustain them with some trendy improvisation, he says.

Athul Narukara.

For Athul, the mission is to record the maximum number of live shows with the participation of native talents he had across during his research work and otherwise. He says he has already met exceptional talents from over 38 tribal communities for the archival purpose.

A recipient of many awards, including the diamond jubilee fellowship instituted by the Department of Culture, Government of Kerala, and the Kerala Folklore Academic Award, Athul is now heading a team of 11 performers, including singers and instrumentalists, specialised in the genre.

Athul feels that Abhayam Thedi Veendum, a film directed by cinematographer Santhosh Sivan teaming up with writer M.T. Vasudevan Nair, has boosted his confidence, with him singing three songs and contributing lyrics for two.

Kombeduthoru Vambu Kanichu sung for the Mammootty film Puzhu was my first chance in film that recognised the contributions of Soul of Folk to the genre, he says.

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Soul of Folk all set to discover unsung heroes for folk rock promotion - The Hindu

Today was an offensive day. Of course, I mean that the offense had their way with the Pirates pitching, collecting 18 hits en route to series sweep clinching romp. The middle of the order was the ones who did all the talking as the trio of Alec Bohm, J.T. Realmuto and Nick Castellanos (!) combined to have eleven of those hits, score six of the runs and knock in four by themselves.

Lets talk about Bohm. His 4 for 5 day today, which included a double and a home run is just the culmination of a month in which he hit .434, only the fifth Phillies player in history to hit at least that well over the course of a month. It wasnt long ago that many people were thinking of ways to improve third base, either by trading him away or importing a suitable replacement. Everything about him looked off, the swing, the timing, the defense. This coaching staff kept believing, kept working with him and the results have shown.

Its swings like this, where everything is working perfectly in sync that have become commonplace of late for Bohm. Its a credit to him that he never got down enough, that he kept plugging away with Kevin Long and company, the fruits of that work now coming through to help lead the Phillies as other have gone into a funk.

You know who isnt in a funk? J.T. Realmuto. He has his numbers up as well, currently posting a .264 batting average and a .760 OPS over the season, perfectly good considering there was a time that many were stressing out about him. As I said in that article, there needed to be some patience preached with Realmuto and that patience is starting to pay off. Though many are still disappointed with his decisions about vaccination, its hard to argue that since before that series, Realmuto has also helped shoulder the load for this offense. Its been much needed.

The gap between the Pirates and the Phillies was pretty noticeable this weekend. Both the offense and the pitching of the Phillies were pretty solidly ahead of where the Pirates are currently, save some baserunning brain cramps from Odubel Herrera and Kyle Schwarber. The bullpen of the Phillies was once again solid as a rock, all except one guy. Jeurys Familia came into today with a seven run lead (again) and (again) was unable to get out of the inning without needing the Phillies to get someone else loosened up in the bullpen. He allowed three straight baserunners to begin the inning, giving the Pirates their second run, and had Tyler Heineman not swung at a really bad pitch, its likely he would have been the fourth straight baserunner. When Kevin Nuisance Newman stepped up and hit a rocket off the bat that nearly killed Didi Gregorius, it luckily was able to be turned into a double play that sealed the win.

Theres quite literally no reason for him to still be on the roster after Tuesday.

Theres an off day tomorrow, then another big series in Atlanta.

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How sweep it is: Phillies 8, Pirates 2 - The Good Phight

Like countless other bands, the timing of Amon Amarth's latest album was affected by the pandemic. After touring for their 2019 album Berserker was cut short, they returned home and began working on new material a bit sooner than expected. The result is their twelfth full-length, The Great Heathen Army.

The Swedes' brand of Viking melodic death metal has made them one of the genre's most popular and successful bands, known for their rousing live shows. And while they have certainly developed a distinctive sound and style, there are subtle changes from album to album, including this time around.

Frontman Johan Hegg says, "Musically, I would say there are a couple of surprises on there, a little bit of uncharted territory for Amon Amarth. Overall it's one of the heavier albums we've made. There are some dark and heavy songs that are really powerful and in-your-face, but we obviously have some trademark Amon Amarth songs on there as well, and a few surprises. It's a really well-balanced album."

One of those surprises is some melodic singing on "Saxons and Vikings," provided, appropriately enough, by Saxon's Biff Byford. The combination of Hegg's harsh vocals and the catchy and distinctive melodies of Byford make it one of the album's most memorable songs. What makes Amon Amarth albums so appealing is that they contrast heaviness and harsh vocals with memorable riffs and melodic guitars, and that can be heard on every song on the record.

"Get In The Ring" is a strong opener, a mid-paced number with guitarists Olavi Mikkonen and Johan Sderberg delivering melodic leads and solos. "Heidrum" is one of the record's most anthemic tracks, with the opening riff burrowing in your brain and rousing vocals from Hegg.

One of The Great Heathen Army's heaviest songs is "Oden Owns You All," with a melodic guitar solo providing some balance. "Dawn Of Norseman" is the epitome of a Viking song, with some of the album's best riffs. It's also the most dynamic song, with a subdued section halfway through that amps back up in time for a grandiose finish.

Lyrically, there are plenty of tales about Vikings and battles, such as the title track, which recounts the invasion of England by the Viking fleet back in 865. Hegg also uses mythology and history to inspire or relate to modern issues, such as showcasing the power of perseverance in "Find A Way Or Make One."

The production on the album is pristine, thanks to legendary producer Andy Sneap (Judas Priest, Accept, Megadeth). He has produced a couple of previous Amon Amarth albums (2013's Deceiver of the Gods and 2016's Jomsviking). He is able to expertly capture Amon Amarth's power and heaviness, giving it enough polish without sounding overly slick.

There's not a lot of variety in Amon Amarth's vocals, which tends to overshadow what's going on with the rest of the band in terms of musical variety. The Great Heathen Army is consistent and fairly predictable, but it's also well executed and offers a lot more interesting and memorable moments than Berserker, which should please the loyal horde of Amon Amarth fans.

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Album Review: AMON AMARTH The Great Heathen Army - Metal Injection

Some artists are born out of time. I don't mean that in a rhythmic sense, certainly not here anyway stoner rock all-stars Nebula certainly know their way around an instrument, especially one with a distortion pedal attached to it. No, I'm talking about the feeling that the last five decades simply happened to other people when it comes to a band who have been flying the heavy psych flag for twenty-five years, give or take a little less if you factor in a seven-year hiatus.

Thankfully, that break hasnt slowed their roll if judged on their last two releases. 2019s Holy Shit was a big fuzzy ball of psychedelia goodness that you could sink into completely, immersing yourself in its sonically wobbly wonder. Their latest effort, recorded in the Mojave Desert with plenty of elements to show for it, gives us a much appreciated more of the same with a surprise bonus feature. Nebula have tied together the eight tracks on offer with a grand scale conceptual theme, that has us floating serenely across the endless expanse of space in one breath and communicating with aliens in the next. Truth in advertising from the title, there.

You only need a few moments of the full throttle opener "Highwired" to get a solid taste of the albums occasional heavier rock leanings, surprisingly. The lead single is a foot-to-the-floor trip through the aforementioned desert in a classic convertible, that would get any gonzo journalist bobbing their head. It is packed full of generous servings signature touches of the bands signature touches too, from fluttering digital effects to the traditionally thick coating of fuzz all over everything. The good times roll right into the title track that follows, Eddie Glass wibbling and wailing in both guitar and vocal in the best possible way.

"Wilted Flowers" and the thoroughly appropriately titled "Melt Your Head" stir in more and more of the trippy, winding sound to the mix which culminates in the perfectly cooked "Warzone Speedwulf." A love letter to Black Sabbath written out in alien hieroglyph, the track is completely saturated with riffs, strange vocal effects and the occasional bit of morse code; it feels like the lynchpin of what this album is trying to achieve and a climax to a trip of intergalactic proportions.

"I Got So High" crossfades back in some of that punchier fun from earlier in the album but still keeps the needle high on the vibe-o-meter, before "Existential Blues" turns it back up to maximum with a gloopy, half-paced number that whirls and whines in your mind long after the track is over. To finish, "The Four Horseman" treats us to a spurs-jangling desert anthem; a solid outro that captures the feel of driving off into the sunset at full tilt almost perfectly.

Transmissions from Mothership Earth is a simply brilliant album, a delightful time capsule buried deep where the modern world and its worries cant touch it. Once youve brushed away the dirt and pried open the tobacco tin lid, youre hit with this intense feeling of having been catapulted both back in time and out of this world simultaneously. Sure, theres a distinct smell in the air now and the room has started to spin but by this point, youre down to go wherever the ride takes you.

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Album Review: NEBULA Transmission From Mothership Earth - Metal Injection

Soul duo Seal Party, aka Kevin Seal and Chris McGrew, recently released their single/music video, Maison, a song about seeing the silver lining in difficult circumstances. Seal Parts debut album, MMXXII, drops on August 5.

Maison was written to Kevins son, who during the lockdown struggled with not seeing his friends and the disruption of his normal routine and activities. The lyrics encourage him to realize the episode will pass, and all will be well relevant advice for anyone feeling burdened by lifes problems.

Each light on the highway leads you home / Each siren can call you to a shipwreck of your own / Each breath is slowing down your tide / Each left or right is drawing wrinkles in your mind.

Appearing on Maison are Chris McGrew (drums, percussion), Liam Wesley (percussion), Kimiko Joy (vocals), Rich Armstrong (vocals, trumpet, vocal arrangement), Daniel Casares (sax), Scott Thompson (bass), Chris Rob (organ), and Kevin Seal (vocals, piano).

The video depicts a party the duo threw for family and friends simply for the sheer joy of person-to-person connection.

CelebMix spoke with Kevin Seal to discover more about Maison, the upcoming album, and how Seal Partys luscious sound evolved.

What three things cant you live without?

Sex. Cashews. Headphones.

Where and when did Seal Party form?

It began on accident, really. The two of us began hosting recording sessions at the HydeOut in San Francisco during the spring of 2020. Each time, wed invite different friends to join us, and each one felt like a party and much like a party, each session had the distinct flavor of those particular people in attendance. Over the course of two years, we managed to host 23 amazing musicians in a variety of combinations, and it all coalesced into this debut album, MMXXII.

What inspired your new single/music video, Maison?

My son was in fourth grade during the school-from-home part of the pandemic. And it was crushing him to not see his friends every day, to not have recess with them. Hes an only child, and we dont have other kids his age in the neighborhood. So these lyrics came out as a piece of advice to him, to keep his head up and his hopes up while the situation was looking dire. Are those streetlights blinding us, or are they helping us find our way home? Your choice. You can control how you want to set your brain and your heart.

Who directed the video and where was it shot?

Ben Torres shot the video with his two terrific kids on the other cameras. The approach was my idea, so he insisted on calling me co-director, but really, he did all the work. He edited it all too. We shot it in the HydeOut the exact room where we recorded all of our tracks for the album. That room has so much history. Its where Herbie Hancock, the Grateful Dead, and the Dead Kennedys all recorded some of their best-loved albums. It used to be called Wally Heider Studios up until 1980. The walls are just dripping with the goo of legendary music making.

You will release your debut album, MMXXII, on August 5. What can you share about the album?

We want the album to be a salve. We want to make people feel good when they hear it. We were amazed at how cohesive the whole 44 minutes of MMXXII felt, particularly since there are so many different musicians on every song. But theres a real payoff if you stay on the ride for the full 44 minutes.

How did you get started in music?

McGrew and I have been session players for years. Weve played on tons of other peoples records and have toured in other peoples bands. And weve loved it, but it was time to spend some time developing our own ideas. Since weve spent so long in the studio helping other songwriters flesh out their concepts, weve gotten to play a wild mix of styles punk, country, metal, soul, chamber pop, crooner jazz and I think that omnivorous approach shaped the way we write and produce together. No genre is off-limits.

Where are you from?

The glorious Midwest, originally. McGrew is from Illinois his first half in rural Danville, and the second half in a Chicago high-rise and Im from Porkopolis, aka Cincinnati. Were about to play a ten-date run of shows in the Midwest, actually. Indianapolis, Bloomington, Kenosha, Downers Grove, all over. Thats in July.

Did your hometown impact your sound?

Our hometowns impacted not only our sound but our personalities and our style of collaboration. For me, being from Cincy, we were halfway between Motown and Nashville. Thats why Cincinnati brought us Bootsy Collins, Adrian Belew, and The Isley Brothers theres this unusual tension of bluegrass and soul and funk and garage rock all pushing and pulling at each other along I-75.

Which singers/musicians influenced your sound?

Id say some of my phrasing ideas for singing came from listening to Daryl Hall and Steve Winwood and Michael McDonald and guys like that. I always loved that blue-eyed soul style of mixing Motown with some British Invasion sounds. And I love those thick, extended harmonies you get from slash chords. All three of those guys would always choose such interesting chord combinations. I loved the kind of flavors those unusual chords would bring.

Did Seal Partys sound evolve naturally, or did you deliberately push it in a certain direction?

We were intentional about it. Wed make choices that would lean more toward soul than hard rock. It was very deliberate in terms of what musicians wed invite, too. Some of these players are leading lights in modern soul music Chris Rob, Keyon Harrold, Kenneth Whalum, Rich Armstrong, and Isaiah Sharkey. Their feel is incredible, and it added so much to these tracks. We were lucky that they were up for coming to our party.

What inspires your writing? Do you draw inspiration from poems, music, or other media?

McGrew and I both pay a lot of attention to whats happening in the news, and that filters into our writing. Many of our songs are character-based, and some we write from the point-of-view of another person. Id say movies inspire us as well both documentaries and fiction.

What can you share about your writing process?

We tend to start with the chords. Were trying to find something we havent heard before with the voicings, or with the way the chords move. Thats partly why some of these musicians from the jazz world felt comfortable during these sessions, and fit right in because the chords were meaty.

Which artists in your opinion are killing it right now?

Kendrick Lamar is hugely inspiring. Lasting art. Well remember these Kendrick Lamar albums in 100 years. Also Vulfpeck. Jon Batiste. Speedy Ortiz. St. Vincent. And some of these young British bands like Squid are making incredibly creative recordings right now.

What can your fans look forward to over the next six months? Music videos? Live gigs?

Its a busy summer! Were playing in San Francisco on June 30, then off to Chicago for ten dates in the Midwest, then back to play Sweetwater in Mill Valley on August 27. Meanwhile, were already recording the next album. But MMXXII will be out on CD only at our shows on June 30, and then it comes out digitally on August 5. Well have vinyl, too, but that will probably take a while longer. I cannot wait for people to hear this record. Its far and away the best-sounding recording Ive ever worked on, and the best songs McGrew and I have ever written.

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ngland have won Euro 2022 after beating Germany to secure their first ever major trophy in womens football.

Substitute Ella Toone gave the Lionesses the lead in the second-half and they looked on course to win it in normal time at Wembley.

But Lina Magull struck in the 79th minute for Germany to level the final and said the game into extra-time.

Penalties looked looming from there, but substitute Chloe Kelly made herself the hero by prodding home from a corner in the 110th minute to send Wembley wild.

Simon Collings was at Wembley to see the Lionesses in action...

Mary Earps 8

Had an excellent game in goal, keeping Germany at bay with a number of vital saves. Was dominant in the air from crosses too.

Lucy Bronze 8

Made a vital block early on with her head when Germany looked destined to score. Used all of her experience to put in a commanding display that helped England on their way.

Millie Bright 8

Made a couple of huge tackles early on to lay down a marker. Has been a rock all tournament and was no different today as she bossed things at the back.

Leah Williamson 9

Made a vital block off the line in the first-half when Germany tried to bundle the ball home from a corner. Brought the ball out from defence well and kept things calm at the back.

Rachel Daly 7

After a difficult quarter-final against Spain she has bounced back really well. Kept things simple today and was neat and tidy.

Keira Walsh 9 | Star player

What a performance from the midfielder. Controlled the game and dictated the tempo of how England attacked. Setup Toones goal with a stunning through-ball.

Georgia Stanway 7

Was the petrol for Englands midfield engine and worked tirelessly to close down Germany. Booked early on and almost received a second yellow before half-time.

Beth Mead 7

Looked really lively early on, causing Germany problems out wide. Created a great chance for White after cutting the ball back. Had to go off injured around the hour mark.

Fran Kirby 5

Created a good chance early on, but other than that she really struggled to get into the game. Not helped by the service, which was lots of long balls up to her. Taken off before the hour.

Lauren Hemp 7

Made a few nice runs down the left and Germany struggled to cope with her at times. A solid performance, where some of her best work came in defence. Tracked ball so well all game.

Ellen White 6

Had two good chances in the first-half, but failed to take either of them. Tirelessly led the line, as she always does, before making way for Russo.

Substitutions

Ella Toone (Kirby 55) 8

Off the bench and scored with one of her first touches. A brilliant, chipped finish. She was the coolest person inside Wembley.

Alessia Russo (White 55) 6

Didnt have the impact she usually does, but still did okay. Pinned Germanys centre-backs as best she could to give England an outlet.

Chloe Kelly (Mead 62) 8

Bright and lively on her wing, as she has been whenever called upon. Scored the all important winner by prodding home from a corner.

Alex Greenwood (Daly 88) 6

Solid performance after coming on at left-back. Unlucky to not have had more minutes during the tournament.

Jill Scott (Stanway 88) 7

Came on to give England some experience and nous in midfield. A cool head, just when England needed it.

Nikita Parris (Hemp 119) N/A

Subs not used: Carter, Hampton, Stokes, England, Roebuck, Wubeen-Moy

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The Wolfe Tones will play in Clonacody House outside Fethard on Saturday August 20.

Noel Nagle, Tommy Byrne and Brian Warfield today comprise arguably the Worlds most popular Irish folk group, The Wolfe Tones. Presently celebrating an unbelievable 58 illustrious years on the road, their longevity and success is unparalleled, their status as iconic in the world of Irish entertainment has long since been secured. The Wolfe Tones continue to thrill audiences and pack venues worldwide.

First seeing the light of day during the so called ballad boom of the early 1960s, The Wolfe Tones started out on a ballad career which has taken them to the heights of not just Irish, but international entertainment. Their achievements include receiving the Freedom of the cities of New York and Los Angeles, being presented with Philadelphias greatest honour The Liberty Bell, and appearing in New Yorks Carnegie Hall on numerous occasions. Not bad for a bunch of lads who started off as children busking at the music festivals around Ireland.

The Wolfe Tones have recently revamped their stage show to incorporate many ballads from their extensive back catalogue. With an ever changing set list, the show is revitalised with material not performed on the concert stage for many years, as well as newly composed ballads taken from their forth coming album release due in November, 2022.

The Wolfe Tones have remained unabashedly proud of their songs and ballads. It is their firm belief that it is the work of the ballad maker to reflect the times they live in, and there is no one could argue that The Wolfe Tones have not carried on that centurys old bardic tradition.

A huge factor in the groups international success is the fact that they have in their ranks a ballad singer who is widely considered to be one of the finest Ireland has ever known. When performed by Tommy Byrne, ballads such as Grace, The Loughsheelin Eviction and The Streets of New York, will show why this singer has gained a legendary status over the past six decades.

Always creative, the group continue to release brand new material even after 58 years on the road, mostly from the pen of prolific songwriter, Brian Warfield. It is the Wolfe Tones banjo player and harpist who has composed such hits as Irish Eyes, Rock On Rockall and Joe McDonnell.

Talented musician, Noel Nagle, the Wolfe Tones whistle player and uillean piper, completes this legendary trio. It is Noels musicianship and vocal harmonies which adds that distinctive sound to some of the Wolfe Tones most rousing ballads.

The Wolfe Tones have toured the U.S., coast to coast, on many occasions on a yearly basis, since their first trip across the Atlantic in 1967. In march 2022, The Wolfe Tones sold out two nights on New Yorks Broadway with highly acclaimed performances in the prestigious Town Hall Theatre where they made the rafters ring in their own inimitable style!

Any opportunity to see this most legendary of Irish ballad groups on the live stage should not be missed. As always, early booking is recommended for what will be sell out appearances at venues across Ireland and the globe.

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The Wolfe Tones will perform at Clonacody House outside Fethard on August 20 - Tipperary Live